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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 10:50 AM
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Thanks for the pics !!!

That looks real nice. Congrats!!!

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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 03:09 PM
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Hi Bruno, Did you buy it in London,Ontario? if its the one I almost had it in my garage but I chickened out


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Same here Barry. I probably never got as far as you did but had corresponded with Ian around 6 years back about purchasing the LT-1. Great looking car!
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Looks like a great car. Got any engine pics? Does the car still have the original engine?
Hey Mike,

Yes, the car has the original engine with proper stampings. Also has the original carb, intake manifolds, radiator and transmission. The non-original items are:
1. Alternator. If anyone has one, I'd love to purchase it (6 Amp 1100884 from Sept 69 - March 70)
2. Starter - no visible stampings
3. AIRS (smog device removed). Again, would be happy to purchase one if anyone has

Here are pics I took of the bay:





















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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 05:27 PM
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Bruno,
You are going to need the correct metal fuel line from fuel pump to carburetor also.
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Wonder why the LT-1 would require the 884 Alternator?? It does not have Air. Would think it would take the 1100 900

Hmmm
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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 06:35 PM
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Wonder why the LT-1 would require the 884 Alternator?? It does not have Air. Would think it would take the 1100 900

Hmmm
Good question. I went by the NCRS judging book. That was was listed. "All A/C cars, LS5's and LT1's"
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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 06:37 PM
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Bruno,
You are going to need the correct metal fuel line from fuel pump to carburetor also.
Thanks!

I'm becoming obsessed with these details. For now I'm going to drive and enjoy the car. Eventually get all the bits together.
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Great looking car, love the colour.

Is there an optical illusion with the battery gauge needle, or do you need to go in there and fix that?

The alternator is going to be a tough one to find - it was only used in 1970, and 1970 was a short year as you no doubt are aware. There are some around if you want them badly enough, though.

Hard to beat a 70.
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Originally Posted by donbayers
Wonder why the LT-1 would require the 884 Alternator?? It does not have Air. Would think it would take the 1100 900

Hmmm
I believe the more powerful alternator was required for the TI (transistor ignition)

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Thanks!

I'm becoming obsessed with these details. For now I'm going to drive and enjoy the car. Eventually get all the bits together.
The rubber fuel line is a serious fire hazard. I wouldn't drive it as-is.
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I believe the more powerful alternator was required for the TI (transistor ignition)



The rubber fuel line is a serious fire hazard. I wouldn't drive it as-is.
Wow! OK, I'll fix that. Where can I locate the proper metal fuel line. It's at the mechanics right now so I'll have them repair it.
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any corvette vendor will have a fuel line
Corvette Central in michigan,Corvette depot in Windsor just to name a few
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Old Sep 24, 2014 | 08:49 PM
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Originally Posted by yyz1970
any corvette vendor will have a fuel line
Corvette Central in michigan,Corvette depot in Windsor just to name a few
Thanks. I've been offered an alternator for $2000. Is that what they are going for????
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Originally Posted by Bruno Vendittelli
Thanks. I've been offered an alternator for $2000. Is that what they are going for????
Are you planning on having it NCRS judged? I would shop around $2000 seems a little steep.
If your not having it judged I wouldn't worry about it

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Very nice.
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Originally Posted by Bruno Vendittelli
Thanks. I've been offered an alternator for $2000. Is that what they are going for????
$2000 how do people sleep at night
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Originally Posted by Bruno Vendittelli
Thanks. I've been offered an alternator for $2000. Is that what they are going for????
I would hold out and hope to find one for $1,500.00 if you are very lucky without the correct date code taken into consideration. Don just got very lucky and found one in his local area but I do not know for what price or if he traded a 900 for it. As someone stated they are out there but are very expensive.
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Beautiful looking 70 LT-1 in a great color combo...
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Thanks. I've been offered an alternator for $2000. Is that what they are going for????
Only if someone is willing to pay it. I'd hide my cheque book for now and not worry about WGAF numbers.
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Welcome, beautiful car.

I learn something on this forum everyday.
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Old Sep 26, 2014 | 09:08 PM
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Originally Posted by Mike Ward
Only if someone is willing to pay it. I'd hide my cheque book for now and not worry about WGAF numbers.
Hi Mike,

Thanks for the tip. Ordered a steel fuel line (pump to carb) and will install. What does WGAF numbers mean?
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