Pilot Dan

Here is a photo of a Corvette Signal Stat flasher that is supposed to be an original ZN-232 for a 58-62 Corvette.

Notice how all the information appears engraved rather than the raised stamped steel numbers in the cover I am used to seeing. EXPERTS, what do you think, real or faked part??????



Pilot Dan

mashinter

I think the one in my '59 is original (I don't remember replacing it) and it has a sticker on it...?

Pilot Dan

A sticker??? hmmmm......I can't say. I've never actually seen an original up close, but maybe someone can comment who has one or could post a picture of an original for everyone to see. I have an original for the 64 and it has a rectangular case as above but the info is in the form of a raised stamp. Maybe one of the resident experts can shed some light on this.

Chuck Gongloff

Here's what I'm used to seeing in 63-4. Tung Sol also made flashers in this era. Those are the silver "round can" style.

This is an embossed Signal Stat silver anodized flasher.

Later Signal Stats like this one are colored, green, purple, etc.

I know NOTHING of 62, but I can say that I've never seen a flasher like the one in your pic.

Chuck

Pilot Dan

According to the NCRS judging guide all 58-60 Corvettes used a silver rectangular ZN-232 flasher. So the shape of the one in my picture (and Chuck's) is correct, what I was wondering about was the writing. It looks engraved to me rather than stamped. I hope someone can post a picture of an original for comparison.

Chuck Gongloff

Dan, I'd post this on the NCRS Discussion Board and see what they have to say.

Chuck

Pilot Dan

Good idea Chuck. I figured there must be one NCRS person on here that has an original part in their car that could shed some light.

mashinter

It must have been replaced. It is a Signal-Stat 142, not a ZN-232.

Pilot Dan

I have seen some signal stats that had painted (silk screened on I think) information on a smooth cover as well as the raised letter type. I was thinking the "engraved" one in my picture might be a fake as the person and place in question has a well known reputation for doing that type of stuff with other parts but wanted to see what the concensus was on this piece. Needless to say, I would NOT buy it.

Pilot Dan

Can't believe that nobody here has an original flasher in their car

Ironcross

you can start beliving again......I do,.......

Trophy Blue

Me too.

magicv8

we drive down the road all day with the turn signal on, because we can't hear the flashers, and the flashers burn out

Pilot Dan

Oh yes, "the eventual left turn"

Was really just trying to get an opinion as to the authenticity of the item in my picture from someone.

Chuck Gongloff

I still say post this on the NCRS DB.

You'd have had an answer by now.

Wish I could help, but I know NOTHING of 62's and have no reference material either.

Chuck

Pilot Dan

Chuck, can non-members post there?? If so, I will . Thanks.

Chuck Gongloff

Didn't know you weren't a member.

Yes, you have to be a member to post there. I'll post it there for you if you want?

Chuck

Pilot Dan

Thanks!

Chuck Gongloff

SHAME on you for not being a member.

It's the best $30.00 +/- you can spend. Worth it just for the Restorer Magazine which comes out quarterly and the Driveline Magazine which comes out bi-monthly.

Anyhooo....

Posted the question for ya over on the NCRS DB today, Wednesday at about 3 PM. We'll see what the gurus have to say.

Wish I could help you out, but I'm clueless about 56-62 Corvettes and have no reference material.

Chuck

Chuck Gongloff

Here's a cut and paste of my post. I posted a pic of your ZN232 flasher.


58-62 Turn Signal Flasher

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Posting this for a friend. I have no 58-62 reference material to help him out.

Refer to the picture.

The picture shows a Signal Stat ZN 232 flasher. The "information" appears to be etched on the cover, not raised or embossed.

Is this the correct flasher for a 58-62?

Or, should it be a Signal Stat 142?

Is the Signal Stat rectangular flasher original or optional equipment during the 58-62 era, OR should the car have a round Tung Sol type flasher?

If the Signal Stat is original equipment, should it be silver/aluminum color or are colored Signal Stat flashers OK?

Any input will be appreciated. TIA.

Chuck
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