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Old Sep 18, 2011 | 07:03 PM
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I have started a new 73 project now that the 81 is finished. I'm sure I will be asking a lot of questions about it sense I will be doing an off frame restoration. To start with I was wondering what the engine color is for the 350. Thanks
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Old Sep 18, 2011 | 09:08 PM
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We need pictures of what you are starting with.
It is against the rules to post a new project without pictures.

Keep those 73's rolling.
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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 06:04 PM
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Here are some links to pic's of the 81 I just completed and some of the 73 I'm starting.http://photobucket.com/81vettehttp://photobucket.com/73project
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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 06:36 PM
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Here are some links to pic's of the 81 I just completed and some of the 73 I'm starting.http://photobucket.com/81vettehttp://photobucket.com/73project
81 looks great! Just got a 73 myself...can't wait to see how your 73 turns out!
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Thanks

I'm waiting on the assembly manual so I can get started.
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Old Sep 19, 2011 | 07:25 PM
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Welcome to the '73 club!
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Welcome to the 73 group. Are you planning a correct rebuild or are you going for some mods?
I have done most of the work on my 73 but I did not attempt to keep it original.
My 73 Vette
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I'm going to try and keep it as stock as I can. I understand that some stock parts are a little hard to find.
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One tip (that I should have followed) Save EVERYTHING. Example: I disposed with my coolant expansion tank - thinking the reproduction would be just fine. Nope. '73 has a one year expansion tank (duh).

Here are a few pics of my '73 Convertible:

http://s284.photobucket.com/albums/l...rvette%20Conv/
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I hope mine turns out as nice also I'll take your advice on keeping everything.

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Good luck with your project, looks like you have a good starting point.
And welcome to the 73er's
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