I can't believe it was there - the tank sticker!!
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I can't believe it was there - the tank sticker!!
So I knew I needed to replace the gas tank, sending unit, etc, but what I didn't expect after 49 years was to actually find a readable tank sticker! The car is numbers matching but I had no documentation on it until this.
Can't wait to start looking more into her history and options now that I have this! Proud owner right now!
Can't wait to start looking more into her history and options now that I have this! Proud owner right now!
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Nice find
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Stick it in an acid-free plastic sleeve. If you want to do more to preserve it, research 'Document Preservation' on the web or visit a document restorer.
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Sweet. You're very lucky!
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Hi HUD,
What a NICE combination…. 350 hp, 4-speed, CONVERTIBLE, with 3.70 rear gears.
Someone knew just what they were doing!
Regards,
Alan
AND no radio!
I'd be interested in seeing the area where the antenna would have been mounted, from below… if the tank happen to still be down?
What a NICE combination…. 350 hp, 4-speed, CONVERTIBLE, with 3.70 rear gears.
Someone knew just what they were doing!
Regards,
Alan
AND no radio!
I'd be interested in seeing the area where the antenna would have been mounted, from below… if the tank happen to still be down?
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A little hard to make the codes but if I read it correctly this MIGHT be helpful?
Here the results out of the dealer codes database based on the provided search criteria:
Zone Dealer Number Dealer Name
Show Dealer Details Change Dealer Details 18 92 Unknown
Show Dealer Details Change Dealer Details 18 92 BOB BROWN CHEVROLET INC
Here the results out of the dealer codes database based on the provided search criteria:
Zone Dealer Number Dealer Name
Show Dealer Details Change Dealer Details 18 92 Unknown
Show Dealer Details Change Dealer Details 18 92 BOB BROWN CHEVROLET INC
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Hi HUD,
What a NICE combination…. 350 hp, 4-speed, CONVERTIBLE, with 3.70 rear gears.
Someone knew just what they were doing!
Regards,
Alan
AND no radio!
I'd be interested in seeing the area where the antenna would have been mounted, from below… if the tank happen to still be down?
What a NICE combination…. 350 hp, 4-speed, CONVERTIBLE, with 3.70 rear gears.
Someone knew just what they were doing!
Regards,
Alan
AND no radio!
I'd be interested in seeing the area where the antenna would have been mounted, from below… if the tank happen to still be down?
Nope, looks like either at the factory they made a mistake, or someone added it afterward for some sort of system in the 'trunk' area.
Either way, I had no idea it had the M-21 and 3:70 gears!
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A little hard to make the codes but if I read it correctly this MIGHT be helpful?
Here the results out of the dealer codes database based on the provided search criteria:
Zone Dealer Number Dealer Name
Show Dealer Details Change Dealer Details 18 92 Unknown
Show Dealer Details Change Dealer Details 18 92 BOB BROWN CHEVROLET INC
Here the results out of the dealer codes database based on the provided search criteria:
Zone Dealer Number Dealer Name
Show Dealer Details Change Dealer Details 18 92 Unknown
Show Dealer Details Change Dealer Details 18 92 BOB BROWN CHEVROLET INC
Thanks for this info! Today at 'the job that pays the bills' I will continue this research. I've hunted down 2 previous owners and traced it back as far as Chicago in the early 80's, but knowing the dealer would be awesome!
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Hi HUD,
The reason I ask is because I'm unclear if the opening for the antenna was cut on all cars and then 'patched' for cars without a radio, or if the deck was only cut for cars with the optional radio.
Regards,
Alan
The reason I ask is because I'm unclear if the opening for the antenna was cut on all cars and then 'patched' for cars without a radio, or if the deck was only cut for cars with the optional radio.
Regards,
Alan
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I have the same question. When I get around to it I can take a picture of the hole and maybe someone with a radio can compare how it looks to theirs? I've had to 'tighten up' the antenna before, and it was an oblong hole that was pretty jagged, so not sure if that's how it was done on the line or if it would have been more smoothly cut from the factory.
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St. Jude Donor '05-'06-'07-'08-'09-'10
1. After stripping paint off of my car, antenna hole was present but filled (most likely at the factory). I have pictures of this if anyone wants to see.
2. The noise filter on the fan was looped onto itself and not installed.
3. No exhaust ground straps present. Holes in frame did not have bolts installed. Exhaust was most likely replaced in the 1970's, so not sure on what would be correct.
4. Uncertain about exactly what ignition shielding came with the car. The wire looms on both sides of the distributor were present. Guides say lower shielding should be present, but engine was rebuilt before I got car.
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Hi ghd,
I would be interested in the photo of the antenna area. I'm especially curious about the shape of the hole for the antenna.
I would expect a car without a radio to have the 2 distributor shield supports, the 2 spark plug wire guide brackets that bolt to the rear flange of the block, the 2 boom-a-rang heat shields,the 2 spark plug wire guides that attach at the oil pan, and the 4 spark plug heat shields.
Have you had occasion to look behind the dash to see if the other condensers that were part of the radio option are in place?
Regards,
Alan
I would be interested in the photo of the antenna area. I'm especially curious about the shape of the hole for the antenna.
I would expect a car without a radio to have the 2 distributor shield supports, the 2 spark plug wire guide brackets that bolt to the rear flange of the block, the 2 boom-a-rang heat shields,the 2 spark plug wire guides that attach at the oil pan, and the 4 spark plug heat shields.
Have you had occasion to look behind the dash to see if the other condensers that were part of the radio option are in place?
Regards,
Alan
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If you must tape the pieces, there is archival tape as well. It's expensive but don't use anything else on it if you feel like you want to tape some of the tears. It's called Transparent Mending Tissue and made by Lineco. About $6 for a little roll.
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I second that. Don't just buy any sleeve. Find archival quality. I also collect historical documents. Clearbags is a brand I use. You can buy them at Hobby Lobby.
If you must tape the pieces, there is archival tape as well. It's expensive but don't use anything else on it if you feel like you want to tape some of the tears. It's called Transparent Mending Tissue and made by Lineco. About $6 for a little roll.
If you must tape the pieces, there is archival tape as well. It's expensive but don't use anything else on it if you feel like you want to tape some of the tears. It's called Transparent Mending Tissue and made by Lineco. About $6 for a little roll.
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Thanks for the tips. Sadly it's too late for the tape. In order to get the sticker off of the tank in one piece I placed a line of clear packing tape over the glue line so that when I took the razor blade carefully to the glue to remove it the print/paper would stay in tact and readable with the tape. Rookie mistake. Afraid that tape is not going anywhere now
I'd make sure to keep it in the acid free holder and out of direct sunlight.
Sweet find btw, and sounds like an awesome car.
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Hi ghd,
I would be interested in the photo of the antenna area. I'm especially curious about the shape of the hole for the antenna.
I would expect a car without a radio to have the 2 distributor shield supports, the 2 spark plug wire guide brackets that bolt to the rear flange of the block, the 2 boom-a-rang heat shields,the 2 spark plug wire guides that attach at the oil pan, and the 4 spark plug heat shields.
Have you had occasion to look behind the dash to see if the other condensers that were part of the radio option are in place?
Regards,
Alan
I would be interested in the photo of the antenna area. I'm especially curious about the shape of the hole for the antenna.
I would expect a car without a radio to have the 2 distributor shield supports, the 2 spark plug wire guide brackets that bolt to the rear flange of the block, the 2 boom-a-rang heat shields,the 2 spark plug wire guides that attach at the oil pan, and the 4 spark plug heat shields.
Have you had occasion to look behind the dash to see if the other condensers that were part of the radio option are in place?
Regards,
Alan
I will scan that old picture of the deck sanded with the filler present for the antenna hole and post it.
My car was a very strange order. PS, PB, A/C, M20, 3.55 rear, and no radio.
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With a quick review of previous years RPO production numbers, its clear that the bean counters knew, most buyers ordered radios. The leads us to assume ALL cars had the holes, and the occasional non U69 order would be filled. Could you see the time required on the line to drill out the majority of cars? I don't think so.