Ignition Shields
Safety Car
Joined: May 2004
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From: Naples FL
I'm in the process of doing the shielding on my '58. Corvette Central has some really good diagrams and information on the various shielding parts.
Richard Newton
Corvette Restoration Guide: 1963-1967
Richard Newton
Corvette Restoration Guide: 1963-1967
Melting Slicks
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From: Sun Prairie WI
Skidder
No they are not the same. There were 5 different distributor shields used on the midyears. If you are looking for a '64 (3848306), it can be most readily identified by the insulator being held by in place by two (2) metal rivets. There are other subtle differences, but that's the easiest way.
Other configurations may fit your car if judging is not an issue. I don't know anything about repro distributor shields, but suspect they are all of the '66-'67 style -- probably chrome plated carbon steel, too vs. stainless originals.
No they are not the same. There were 5 different distributor shields used on the midyears. If you are looking for a '64 (3848306), it can be most readily identified by the insulator being held by in place by two (2) metal rivets. There are other subtle differences, but that's the easiest way.
Other configurations may fit your car if judging is not an issue. I don't know anything about repro distributor shields, but suspect they are all of the '66-'67 style -- probably chrome plated carbon steel, too vs. stainless originals.
Pro
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From: Huntersville NC
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IF originality is of concern, make sure you buy the correct piece.
Chuck
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