Date stamp question: relative proximity across all components
08-01-2018, 12:38 PM
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Date stamp question: relative proximity across all components
So here's a scenario I'd love the board's feedback on. It's mainly theoretical right now as I'm taking a look at a few 69s. What sellers are asking makes them great values, but I want to make sure I do the necessary inspection to validate claims of authenticity. I said all that to ask, what is the relative proximity in date ranges of the various engine components to the engine block date, as well as to each other? I understand that, for example a portion of the VIN on the block, matches what should be found on the transmission casing tag. But what about the components like heads, like manifolds, that are also date-stamped but do not carry a portion of the VIN in it's identification? How do the date stamps on these items correspond to the date on the Block? And what about to each other -- should both heads have the same or very close dates stamped? And the manifolds?
Anyway your thoughts would be appreciated.
DT
Anyway your thoughts would be appreciated.
DT
08-01-2018, 10:48 PM
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I wouldn’t get too shook about the relative proximity of dates on parts that are not VIN stamped. These parts are not “matching” as there’s nothing to match. It’s great to have correct parts like alternators, radiators, etc but I wouldn’t get too excited about those dates, given the fact most of those parts are easily sourced and added.
Spend your time and effort on the block stamp and dates, and the condition of critical areas like the frame, birdcage and body.
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08-02-2018, 12:10 AM
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Agree and great advice here, IMO. Would add one thing, ...
I wouldn’t get too shook about the relative proximity of dates on parts that are not VIN stamped. These parts are not “matching” as there’s nothing to match. It’s great to have correct parts like alternators, radiators, etc but I wouldn’t get too excited about those dates, given the fact most of those parts are easily sourced and added.
Spend your time and effort on the block stamp and dates, and the condition of critical areas like the frame, birdcage and body.
08-03-2018, 05:33 AM
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The major engine components are dated: block, heads, carb(s), distributor intake and exhaust manifolds, water pump, wiper motor, fan clutch, generator, starter, trans, rear. You could go nuts on some the other stuff like blower motor, seats, seat belts, gauges, etc. I would make sure the headlight washers are in place and working, being a one year only pump.