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1980 assembly manual
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From: Oxford MA-----You just lost the game!!!!
"i have no idea how to read the what screws/bolts are needed."
I am not trying to make fun of you, just can't understand what this means. Sorry,
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im assuming that the numbers by the part or bolt in the manual would lead me to the correct size needed however, Google will only give me some of the bolts if i type it in. for example involving the regulator 'screw 47236" . how can i identify what screw this is supposed to be if I was to go to home deport?
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From: Oxford MA-----You just lost the game!!!!
Yeah, the AIM has alot of invaluable material in it, but it is not written or organized for what we use it for. It was made for use by workers on the assembly line. In order to find what I am looking for, I usually have to start at page 1 and just flip thru it until I stumble over what I need. And things like nuts and bolts are refered to by part numbers, which the worker had a big pile of by his work station. He didn't need to know what size the bolt was, just the part number, so the manual doesn't bother with it, sometimes. Where the AIM really shines is when attempting to "un-bubba" things on your 'vette.
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so if i have the part number where can i get the part(screws/bolts)? Im looking for the regulator bolts or its size so i can go get them
Last edited by czardali; Jul 15, 2011 at 06:51 PM. Reason: more info
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This book has Corvette parts listed by Group Code in one section and has another section of exploded parts illustrations. These sections have fastener descriptions like " 2 3/4"(length), 3/8"(diameter), 18 tpi (threads per inch), Gr 8(grade 8).
Do a Google search there is usually a site where you can download a copy of the fiche. Be aware these are large files. You can usually find a paper copy on ebay etc for around $100.
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http://www.camaros.org/AIM.shtml
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fellas!
I got the parts and illustration book. I now know the screw/bolt size! Scott the "un bubba" part is right about the AIM so its going to be used extensively. thanks a bunch everyone.
I got the parts and illustration book. I now know the screw/bolt size! Scott the "un bubba" part is right about the AIM so its going to be used extensively. thanks a bunch everyone.
