Messages

541

Garage Talk / Re: More fun!

« on: April 08, 2021, 10:31:23 PM »

Well I do have an opinion on this one. Still a large portion of the Pro Mod and Top Sportsman cars are 63 split windows. Its something that in 2021 you can go 220 mph in a 1963 body style. They got it right. Granted they are aftermarket stretched, widened bodies and chassis but still 80% correct to the original body. With that being said I did destroy a nice 63 roadster at the Atlanta NHRA divisional. Not much left of that car. Pic attached for your viewing pleasure......

Wow, I hate to see that!

542

General Discussion / Re: What Shocks Should I Use For A Smooth Ride ?

« on: April 07, 2021, 07:30:31 PM »

Nice! Glad to hear that you're happy with the results. Now it's time to get out and enjoy it!

Thanks for the update!

543

Garage Talk / Re: More fun!

« on: April 07, 2021, 07:20:40 PM »

I'm a big fan of Cobra's. I built a kit car in the 90's because of that. They are beautiful, but in a different way. But honestly, to me the styling of a 427 is that of a 289 on steroids. No new cutting edge design. Now the Daytona Coupe is another thing. That is a real beauty! If only the rear was more stylish, but it's design purpose was racing and it did that well because of the kammback styling.

544

Restoration / Re: 68 Z28 Cowl Plenum fire wall pics

« on: April 07, 2021, 01:43:39 AM »

Check this out.

http://www.camaros.org/forum/index.php?topic=9900.0

545

Garage Talk / Re: More fun!

« on: April 07, 2021, 01:25:25 AM »

I agree, the Corvette is a better looking design. Funny that the Cobra could have been powered by Chevy instead, but Chevrolet declined Shelby's offer. I don't feel too sorry for Shelby though....it still turned out pretty good for him.

546

Decoding/Numbers / Re: Alternator/Water Pump dates

« on: April 07, 2021, 12:59:11 AM »

Water pumps are installed during engine assembly and generally dated close to that. Probably no more than a month prior, but could be within a day or two. 

547

General Discussion / Re: Camaro Car Show Frederick MD - Anyone been there?

« on: April 07, 2021, 12:45:21 AM »

I have only been to the Camaro Nationals in Frederick one time. It seemed to me that Saturday is the best day to see it because of attendance. I agree that if you can do both shows that weekend, you should.

548

Promotional Events and Concept Cars / Re: WIN A NEW 1967 CAMARO! Documenting Sweepstakes Contests & Raffles from 1966/1967

« on: April 03, 2021, 01:37:23 AM »

That's all I got!  LOL!  When I started my research I had no idea that this many 1967 Camaro contests took place.  It's amazing what you can find when you start digging.

Please share your recollections if a family member, friend, co-worker, neighbor or even yourself participated in or even won one of these contests.

Separate threads will also be created for 1968 and 1969 model year Camaro contests.  Stay tuned.

Crazy how many there were! Thanks for taking the time to do this for the rest of us to enjoy!

549

General Discussion / Re: What Shocks Should I Use For A Smooth Ride ?

« on: April 03, 2021, 12:44:17 AM »

Look forward to hearing what you end up with and if they meet your expectations.

550

General Discussion / Re: What Shocks Should I Use For A Smooth Ride ?

« on: April 01, 2021, 09:36:48 PM »

I prefer the ride of oil filled shocks for a pleasure car, and gas shocks for more of a performance use. 

551

General Discussion / Re: What Shocks Should I Use For A Smooth Ride ?

« on: April 01, 2021, 12:46:50 AM »

I have no personal experience, but the concerns that I have heard of are; poor valving and leaks leading to failure. I'm not sure if they are meant for everyday use or just for show/judging.

552

Promotional Events and Concept Cars / Re: WIN A NEW 1967 CAMARO! Documenting Sweepstakes Contests & Raffles from 1966/1967

« on: April 01, 2021, 12:31:17 AM »

1966
Take a Camaro Command Drive Promotion

"250 Cincinnati buyers will have their cars built to exact spec at Norwood plant.  These custom built Camaros, each bearing a personalized name plate, will be delivered at a luncheon and plant tour."

Great stuff! I also was surprised that not all of them were stripped down models. I'm confused about the line quoted above. It appears they were not give away cars, but some other type of promotion? Sorry if I missed that in another part of the thread.

Look forward to seeing whatever else you come up with Scott!

553

Garage Talk / Re: Camaro transformation ?

« on: March 27, 2021, 05:57:43 PM »

I don't see any reason that Chevrolet would build that along with the Corvette.

554

Originality / Re: 1967 camaro temp sending unit

« on: March 23, 2021, 12:37:41 AM »

That has the upside down 'AC-Made In USA  12 Volt ' stamping. These are now a reproduction and sell for around $25.

Mike

Great point, I forgot about that.

555

General Discussion / Re: 67 RS/SS convertible - back in the game.

« on: March 23, 2021, 12:33:46 AM »

So is the 11B on the trim tag a Fisher date and the official production date a GM date?

Yes, 11B is the week of Nov (2nd week) that Fisher anticipated starting the body assembly. For whatever reason, whether it was bad information, delay, order volume or other issues, your car was started much later. My guess would be more like 11D. The production timeframe was about four days or seven shifts. That information is found in this excellent report by JohnZ; http://www.camaros.org/assemblyprocess.shtml

As I understand it, the production date indicated on your NCRS letter should be the date that Chevrolet reported that final assembly was complete. The attached article link covers the entire process; I think it is a must read if you are at all interested in how the processes worked.