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Old May 13, 2005 | 10:18 PM
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According to paragon corvette parts,there is a shim between the block and motor mount. On a big block late 60's maybe even early 70's. Does anyone know the thickness? Thanks Ron B.
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mine is 1/8th inch.
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I may be wrong but I think that shim was used on AC cars only. Probably to gain more clearance for the AC stuff.
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A/C Big blocks only in '67. No thicker than it is, I wonder why they bothered.
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Originally Posted by 67L36Driver
A/C Big blocks only in '67. No thicker than it is, I wonder why they bothered.
My '74 had them as well. It was cheaper to make a shim than to wind one more spring. A/C adds an extra 90 lbs. The shim brought the carburetor back to level without a stiffer spring.

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Thanks for your replies. Ron B.
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