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Aug 13, 2008 | 12:59 PM

another restorer

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2nd Gear

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New restorer , usual problems

Im new to this forum , hello everyone

Restoring '69 vette coupe , inserted new 383cui stroker engine
Problems:

1. looking for the right (for new chromed 85amps alternator) bracket kit
still not sure what to order since engine is new 383cui stroker (performance)

2. can't find twin part of Pillar Post Weatherstrip Retainer
(http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...8&dept_id=1514)
It's weird i can't find it (ecklers.com , corvetteamerica.com) what's the name for it ? Looking for a wider twin still/chromed pillar.

3.badly need good , clear diagrams for electric and vacuum installation.

4. Does anyone know if new alternators got voltage regulators inside ?

5. Is it possible to find tachometer matching to my new engine , (stock cord based won't work

)

Thanks for any info and help

Phil

Aug 13, 2008 | 01:25 PM

Project80

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Try this post for electrical diagrams. He just sent me a diagram for my 1980 (thanks again). Just PM him with your year.

http://forums.corvetteforum.com/show...light=papawana

Aug 13, 2008 | 02:06 PM

Durango_Boy

Team Owner

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From: Columbia Missouri

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Originally Posted by another restorer

Im new to this forum , hello everyone

Restoring '69 vette coupe , inserted new 383cui stroker engine
Problems:

3.badly need good , clear diagrams for electric and vacuum installation.

4. Does anyone know if new alternators got voltage regulators inside ?

5. Is it possible to find tachometer matching to my new engine , (stock cord based won't work

)

Thanks for any info and help

Phil

For a good book with wiring diagrams, get a Wilcox '69 AIM PDF on a CD. You can zoom in and search, and it's year specific to your car.

http://willcoxcorvette.com/product_i...ducts_id=25488

Yes, SI and CS alternators are internally regulated.

It's easier to get an HEI distributor with a tach cable port, so you can use your stock tachometer, than it is to retrofit an HEI tach into your car to match the HEI. A few of the vendors sell the HEI distributors with a modified shaft that has the tach cable port. Not cheap, but they are worth it.

Aug 13, 2008 | 03:00 PM

another restorer

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2nd Gear

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thanks so far

Thanks for your prompt help so far guys

Did u mean this by any chance (tacho,distributor solution):

http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...8&dept_id=1283

or

http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...5&dept_id=1285

Can't afford any mistakes in ordering , im based in Poland

Also u sure that alt. includes regulator ?:

http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...3&dept_id=1196

Couse can't find stock v.regulator anywhere

Also a big problem with bracket set for this alt. , have to install it on right side of the engine , won't fit it on the left over PS pump.

Sorry for beeing green , but it's my first vette , and im outta good instructions/diagrams/experience

Thanks for your help again
Neat superman avatar by the way

Aug 13, 2008 | 03:39 PM

71rdster

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From: Spring Texas

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2. can't find twin part of Pillar Post Weatherstrip Retainer
(http://www.ecklers.com/product.asp?p...8&dept_id=1514)
It's weird i can't find it (ecklers.com , corvetteamerica.com) what's the name for it ? Looking for a wider twin still/chromed pillar.

If you are talking about the windshield side reveal molding or windshield side frame, that wraps around the pillar, Ecklers carries a reproduction, but does not show any in stock. Paragon reproductions only shows used. Forum sponsor Willcox appears to have them as does Corvette Central.

http://www.parts123.com/parts123/yb....Z5Z5Z50000050G

Hope this helps. Welcome to the forum and good luck.