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#91

General Discussion / Re: Heater core rebuild

Last post by JST69Z28 - August 10, 2026, 04:27:17 PM

I've used Robbins Daytona Radiator Works in Daytona Beach, FL, although it looks like they are far away from you.  Phone is 386-253-4517 (Dale or Ronnie).  The shop has been there for 100 years.  I live in Jacksonville, FL, and there are no radiator shops left here.

#92

General Discussion / Re: "Boomer": My '67 Royal Plu...

Last post by MO - August 09, 2026, 11:18:36 PM

Alphabetically only, no preference intended. All are reputable sources.

Camaro Specialties
D&R
Heartbeat City

There are others, but I am personally most familiar with these.

Good luck with your search.

#93

General Discussion / Re: "Boomer": My '67 Royal Plu...

Last post by camaronut - August 09, 2026, 08:22:22 PM

There's a guy here on the east coast that has an extensive stash of old GM parts.....mostly used.  His name is Mark and he's from Monroeville, NJ and he's always at Carlisle, PA events (spring / GM Nats / fall).  I know he's a great source of used GM parts....especially Camaros. From what I know, he has a full time job and does this as a side gig, so getting stuff from him can be trying. (sent you a PM)

#94

Decoding/Numbers / Re: Partial Vin stamp on 1969 ...

Last post by Nardone63 - August 09, 2026, 04:30:23 PM

Thanks I received your second email and will send info to him

#95

Decoding/Numbers / Re: Partial VIN 19N653718 is i...

Last post by bcmiller - August 09, 2026, 01:22:39 PM

Try rubbing chalk in the partial VIN area, they carefully brush it off. That may help reveal the stamping better.

Maybe 653713

Last could be an 8 or 3

#96

General Discussion / Re: "Boomer": My '67 Royal Plu...

Last post by RoyalPlumRS/SS - August 09, 2026, 10:00:56 AM

Regarding #1-4 above (in posts 5&6), the only one I'm missing is #1.... a source for good used and/or NOS parts. That's where I'm hoping you all come in. Are there recommendations for this as well as good new reproduction Parts sources? (For items not avails used or NOS.)

#97

Decoding/Numbers / Re: Partial VIN 19N653718 is i...

Last post by DarrenS - August 09, 2026, 09:53:39 AM

I had the oil pan off in the car to swap out the pan gasket. I should have gotten better photos. I took this photo just to reference the dip stick level. The windage tray i believe is period correct. I believe it is a 4 bolt main with dipstick on driver side. the motor has been bored over .030 and currently has TRW L2210A pistons in it right now with a 3" stroke. the top half of the motor is not original. The motor is currently in a Z28 tribute car.

#98

Decoding/Numbers / Re: Partial VIN 19N653718 is i...

Last post by DarrenS - August 09, 2026, 09:45:04 AM

Here are the other casting markings on the block

#99

Decoding/Numbers / Re: Partial VIN 19N653718 is i...

Last post by DarrenS - August 09, 2026, 09:43:26 AM

Here is the partial VIN by the oil filter. This photo was taken 4 years ago. I was having a hard time making out the beginning of this partial. second photo is what it looked to me like?

#100

Decoding/Numbers / Re: Partial VIN 19N653718 is i...

Last post by DarrenS - August 09, 2026, 09:41:00 AM

This is what is on the front deck pad. no partial VIN at this location.