69 base model ncrs pics
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69 base model ncrs pics
Can anyone show me what the heck a 69 base model cooling system should look. There seem to be a choice of radiators, expansion tanks, shrouds etc. Would really like to see for myself. I know its not the big boy of that year but surely someone must have a correct looking model. A big thank you in advance. Noticed that Paragon uses direct fit or dewitts for radiators . Are these folks ok or is there better vendor.
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Spott 99 thanks that looks super compare to what I had. Is fan stock with what looks like unpainted fan fins and does radiator have a lower hose?? Just trying to get mine closer to correct and as far as I am concerned like your would be perfect. I have the same covers and side pipe headers. thank you
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Can anyone show me what the heck a 69 base model cooling system should look. There seem to be a choice of radiators, expansion tanks, shrouds etc. Would really like to see for myself. I know its not the big boy of that year but surely someone must have a correct looking model. A big thank you in advance.
The cooling systems on the 69 model actually changed a couple times during the production run. Someone with the Bizocco book should be able to tell you what was in your car if you give them the build date.
For example, my Aug 69 build L46 has a copper radiator and no expansion tank (and has hood insulation). Some 69 L46 cars had the aluminum radiator with expansion tank and no insulation. All depends on the build date.
Good luck!
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Not sure about '69s, however in '70-'72 small block cars (maybe more years), the copper rad with overflow bag was used when auto trans and/or AC was selected. Alum rad with alum expansion tank was used with manual trans and/or no AC. All L46 and LT1 engines used copper/bag set up.
Big block (LS5 and LS6) used copper/bag too.
I understand this is not directly for your 1969, however, someone with a '69 NCRS Judging Guide should be able to help - it's in the CHASSIS section.
Hope this helps.
Big block (LS5 and LS6) used copper/bag too.
I understand this is not directly for your 1969, however, someone with a '69 NCRS Judging Guide should be able to help - it's in the CHASSIS section.
Hope this helps.
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Hi r,
As Red Roadster posted the BASE motor, 4-speed, car without a/c, used the aluminum radiator, simple steel shroud, and aluminum overflow tank.
The radiator had a large upper and lower hose, and a small hose that ran from a pipe on the right upper corner to the overflow tank mounted on the right side fender apron.
Here's a couple of pictures (71).
Regards,
Alan
As Red Roadster posted the BASE motor, 4-speed, car without a/c, used the aluminum radiator, simple steel shroud, and aluminum overflow tank.
The radiator had a large upper and lower hose, and a small hose that ran from a pipe on the right upper corner to the overflow tank mounted on the right side fender apron.
Here's a couple of pictures (71).
Regards,
Alan
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Purchase the 68-69 NCRS Judging Guide and you will be able to help yourself.
http://www.ncrs.org/shop/index.php?m...dex&cPath=1_68
http://www.ncrs.org/shop/index.php?m...dex&cPath=1_68
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Thanks Alan and Spot99 for those pics. They really help. there seem to be many ways to go but if my car is an early build then it clears uo allot for me. Thank to all of you including Redrstr.
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Yes look at my picture more closely, the bracket is towards the bottom and is brighter. The fuel lines on top and bottom also hold it in place.
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L46 Cooling System Photos
Trying to restore my cooling system. Seems like someone may have installed a different radiator into the car then original, the shroud looks wrong too. Just want some detailed photos if possible?
thanks,
John
thanks,
John
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Hi pal,
The cooling systems on the 69 model actually changed a couple times during the production run. Someone with the Bizocco book should be able to tell you what was in your car if you give them the build date.
For example, my Aug 69 build L46 has a copper radiator and no expansion tank (and has hood insulation). Some 69 L46 cars had the aluminum radiator with expansion tank and no insulation. All depends on the build date.
Good luck!
The cooling systems on the 69 model actually changed a couple times during the production run. Someone with the Bizocco book should be able to tell you what was in your car if you give them the build date.
For example, my Aug 69 build L46 has a copper radiator and no expansion tank (and has hood insulation). Some 69 L46 cars had the aluminum radiator with expansion tank and no insulation. All depends on the build date.
Good luck!
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thanks
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thanks,
John