69 Camaro RS

[Damon]

Hello,

I recently purchased a 69 Camaro RS.  Its all original Hugger Orange/Black Houndstooth.  350 engine 250HP/2 barrel --350 auto trans--1o bolt rear.  I purchased it from the original owner.  They drove it for 3 or 4 years then parked it and only drove it on weekends rarely thru 1992.  Car has not been driven since 1992.  It has been garaged.  I received the protect o plate and owners manual and plan to search for the build sheet tonight.  Where would you search first?  Any special tools needed.  For options another member, Richard Thomas, has been helping me out.  We have found it has factory A/C, front disc brakes, and Black houndstooth interior so far.  I verifed the engine number matchs the VIN.  T0303HD  19527580
Who is the best source to buy replacement parts? 

Have pictures just dont know how to post yet.

Thanks in advance.

Damon

[Damon]

[Damon]

[Damon]

Question, I am trying to figure out if the remote mounted oil filter was original, optional, dealer add, or aftermarket add on.

Thanks

[firstgenaddict]

WOW what a time capsule.
Please proceed slowly anything you do to alter or refinish anything could diminish the historical integrity as well as diminish the $$ value of the car as a survivor.
One of the best products to clean with out causing more damage is to use www.safestrustremover.com

[tom]

I don't recall a remote mounted oil filter being standard on any 60's GM products.

Tom

[wtexz10]

I don't remember a front mounted distributor either?  Perhaps you've added a few ford photos? 

Kris

[firstgenaddict]

I posted the photos of the ford... I was illustrating what the product I recommended will do without harming what is there.

[68Zproject]

Hence "Caution Fan" sticker.

[Damon]

Found what I believe to be the build sheet, it was above the gas tank.

[1968RSZ28]

Found what I believe to be the build sheet, it was above the gas tank.

Nice find Damon!!  That's the broadcast sheet.  Your find makes me want to drop my gas tank.  Was there any sign of this sheet with the tank installed?

Paul 

[Damon]

Hello,

Thanks for the advice so far.  Anyone know how I can decode the build sheet?  Who is the best company to buy original parts from?

Paul, no sign of the build sheet until I dropped the tank.  Very glad I did as it is extremely fragile.  Mine was on the drivers side of the tank.  I put it in a clear sleeve and maybe a few copies.  This car was built in Van Nuys and I am the 2nd owner so my chances were good.  I did pull the back seats first, nothing.  So then I proceeded to the gas tank. 

Thanks,

Damon

[1968RSZ28]

Paul, no sign of the build sheet until I dropped the tank.  Very glad I did as it is extremely fragile.  Mine was on the drivers side of the tank.  This car was built in Van Nuys and I am the 2nd owner so my chances were good.

Damon -

This is very encouraging as my car is also from Van Nuys and has been in storage since 1980.  I looked for signs of the broadcast sheet with the tank in the car but saw nothing sticking out.  I'll keep my fingers crossed for now.

Paul 

[firstgenaddict]

Who is the best company to buy original parts from?

What are you planning on doing to the car? If the car is as original as it appears, you will want to find good original low wear parts or NOS parts. Most reproduction parts are not 100% authentic when compared to originals and they will detract from the appeal of the car.

[Damon]

First Gen,

I want to keep it orginal for sure.  Items I believe I will need are a fuel tank sending unit/pick up, suspension components (bushings, brake rebuild kits, pads, drums, rotors, leaf springs, tie rods, etc) normal wear items.  I dont know what the area behind the rear seat looked like orginally where the capet and speakers are.  It dos not need a frame off, so more of a survivior type fix up.  Body is great, my concern is drivetrain from sitting all those years.

Paul- SOunds like your car is a lot like mine, been sitting around a while.  E-mail me some pics please.  damon.rapozo@guaranty.com

Thanks.