Yenko Deuce

[COPO CARTEL]

I am in Pennsylvania at a friends hunting cabin and while drinking blueberry moonshine we came upon the subject of this particular Deuce car . So this morning Brian Potter and I went and closed the deal . Some of you know this car..it was the cover car 2012 Muscle Car Review June issue I think. Sold new at Ammon R. Smith. Complete original born with drivetrain. Full Docs including POP. I will try to post pics. Enjoy everyone !!

[sYc]

Awesome score.. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[COPO CARTEL]

Pic http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/11/full-2742-19065-image.jpg

[COPO CARTEL]

Pic http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/11/full-2742-19067-image.jpg

[COPO CARTEL]

Pic http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/11/full-2742-19070-image.jpg

[COPO CARTEL]

If someone could straighten these ..I would appreciate it. I guess the blueberry shine hasn't worn off. Lol.

[chevyman0429]

Is this a new find or is this the one that had been found a couple years ago???

[Mr70]

Congrats!...2012 article &amp; pics. http://www.hotrod.com/cars/featured/mscp-1209-1970-chevy-yenko-deuce/

[sYc]

Cool article, and car. Glad to see the &quot;CARTEL&quot; wind up with it.

[COPO CARTEL]

My partner in crime has put up with me all day. I see beers ahead tonight

[ORIGLS6]

What a screamin' POS! You should be ashamed for dragging that home. Unload it ASAP, even if it's at a loss $$$$$. Maybe to some dummy in, ...... Oh, ..... Illinois. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif





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[69LM1]

Cool. You gonna restore it or leave it as is?

Rich

[COPO CARTEL]

Not sure yet. The cell service in western Pennsylvania is not conducive to phone or Internet.

[John Brown]

One question....

What was the 69 Camaro that was sitting in the next stall?

[PeteLeathersac]

The spoils of a successful hunting trip!
Big congrats Doug!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif
~ Pete

[COPO CARTEL]

Thanks guys. The car next to it was a 69 Z. Hugger Orange. Near and dear to his heart. Great guy

[Mr Yenko]

What an awesome trip and all is well. Thank you Doug Perry for the invite to close the deal in this great find. The MOF

[Salvatore]

Two big thumbs up for you guys!

[mockingbird812]

Way to go Doug! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[JBALL]

Nice Find Doug!!

[SmallHurst]

Looks like it needs some new tires!! Great find guys.... Just drop it at Cumby's and no one gets hurt!

[bergy]

Ahhhh... but Doug....did you get a deer?

[COPO CARTEL]

Not yet Bergy. Season starts tomorrow for Pa

[iluv69s]

Sweet !!! Congrats!!

[GenOne]

GRATS - remember reading about this car ... amazing find!

[enio45]

very cool - i thought that car was long into resto already......good catch - congrats!!

[Mr. Chevy]

Awesome find... Congrats Doug!!

Rich

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

I believe a woman bought it new at Ammon R Smith, and kept it in that truck trailer for years. Wayne Bushey was the first to spot that car back in the late '70's or so, parked in a mall parking lot of all places!

[markjohnson]

Ammon R. Smith . . . Now &amp; Then.

[COPO CARTEL]

Very cool pics Mark. It was good to see you and your partner in crime in Chicago

[Xplantdad]

Agreed...cool pics! And good to see all of you in Chicago

[scuncio]

Nice score!

[John]

.... Glad you got this car Doug <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

.... You will give this car the care it deserves <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

[ANDY M]

Way to go, Doug! I'm sure that there is a guy in Columbus just itching to get his hands on that thing.
Hope you bag a nice buck, too.
Andy <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Wow!!!! Very cool, Doug! I have been told that you are good at finding stuff, and since Christmas is around the corner, I believe that whole &quot;List&quot; thing is in order, so like to hear it? Hear it go:

1. 63 Split Window
2. 69 Camaro COPO
3. A12 Roadrunner Hardtop
4. Blackbeard's Treasure

I'll take those in any order too!!! Nice find, and it was nice meeting you at MCACN!!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dave

[protree68]

Wow . I got a few bucks burning a hole in my pocket

[COPO CARTEL]

Thanks guys. I am happy to say that my friends are good to me. Merry Christmas to all.

[Mr. Chevy]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: C O P O CARTEL</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks guys. I am happy to say that my friends are good to me. Merry Christmas to all. </div></div>

And you are VERY GOOD to your friends!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Rich

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

This is not a &quot;find&quot; as we've known about this car for over 20 years! The good part is that it is in circulation, and hopefully gets a dump load of photos taken to document it. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[L78M22Rag]

Congrats on the terrific score Doug! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif

Wow, what a time capsule that appears to be. I look forward to seeing a lot more photos of the car

Oh, and I've updated my own thread...
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/592132#Post592132

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

To answer a general question: of the 89 Deuces found thus far, 13 are reported to have the Sport Mirror option. That's approximately 15%, higher than I would have thought. If you extrapolate that out to the full population of 175 Deuces produced.... approximately 26 Deuces were ordered with Sport Mirrors. In theory the number could/should be higher since owners were known to remove / replace them because they interfered with the wing windows.

[COPO CARTEL]

Thank you Marlin...your wealth of knowledge and expertise is appreciated. Glad to hear that you are having a blast with the kids at the track. Memories are forever. Congrats

[Mr Yenko]

Marlin sure does have his hands on the pulse of the Yenko deuce world. And a true gentleman. Thanks as always Marlin for sharing your knowledge and dedication for all of us to grow. The &quot;MOF&quot;

[RST]

Wow what a car, great documentation, great story, great color, pretty cool <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[RST]

Well Guys ...... Guess what showed up at Mascar ....Hmmm Big Red <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif Thank you Doug, its better than expected. We began the resto last week when Adam and I started the disassembly. Will keep you all posted and special thank you to Ken Schoenthaler of Deuce Heaven for your expert input on this project. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21619-red_nova_1.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21620-red_nova_2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21621-red_nova_eng_adam.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21622-red_nova_3.jpg

[RST]

Adam is a machine, got this done in a day, we found two interesting a fun things, first a huge rats nest complete with the mummified rat <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif second we found 9 rivets punched into the passenger side of the inner fender well ........... what the heck? Adam, Kenny and I surmised that the rivet gun on the assembly line got jammed when installing trim pieces around the window and the assembly guy un-jammed his gun by firing a few into fender well, only to be discovered by us 44 years later .... very cool <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21623-red_nova_rat.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21624-red_nova_rivit.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21625-red_nova_drivetrain.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21626-red_nova_eng.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21627-red_nova_trans_tag.jpg

[DW31S]

Cool stuff. I saw this car at Skip's just after he found it. I knew sooner or later it would be properly restored. Should be a good one!!!

[earntaz]

Great -- keep the pics coming on the progress ...

[Xplantdad]

Awesome!

[mrays]

Glad to see this car is being restored. Is this car currently in the registry? I don't see any Cranberry Red Deuces listed as sold by Ammon R. Smith. I can't wait to see this car and the Citrus Green one at a future MCACN.

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Looks great. The rivets are from a repair, as is the red overspray on the firewall. The mouse nest is quite common, you just might find the broadcast sheet in there!

[earntaz]

There was a Cranberry Red Deuce sold at Rogers Chev in Rantoul, Il. -- sold to a young lady. I have no idea what happened to it or where it went from there.

TAZ

[RST]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looks great. The rivets are from a repair, as is the red overspray on the firewall. The mouse nest is quite common, you just might find the broadcast sheet in there! </div></div>

Hey Marlin,

I know it may appear to be a repair but I can assure you it is not, yes the car was repainted at some point in its life, however the fenders were not removed and this is original paint. In person its very easy for us to see that this is original paint and that their is no damage in this area at all. We at first thought the same as you as its was fairly common that rivets or welded on nipples were used to pull out dents, however this is not the case as there is no damage in the area, no bondo, no distortion from pulling and no evidence of pulling or abrasion on the rivets. I will send you some detailed pictures at high res so you can blow them up. Its really not a big deal, but I think its very cool that we can document that some weird stuff did occur on the line at times, either way, the car is awesome and looking forward to sharing as we go <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif. Fun stuff <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21705-img_2045.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21706-img_2030.jpg

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Looks like you are correct, I thought I saw a wrinkle in the previous picture and thought 'dent pulling'. Hmm... wonder what they were up to that day! Nice shop, who wouldn't like to restore their ride in that environment! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[njsteve]

Yeah, it looks like they were practicing with the &quot;nipple&quot; installation tack welder. Aren't those the same little attachment nipples that the vinyl top trim and windshield clips are attached to?

[KenMaisano]

Yes they are the nipples that attach the clips for the front and rear glass mouldings.

[Schonyenko2]

Having worked in a factory 30 years, they may have &quot;smoked lunch&quot; that day. Especially in that time period.

[bkhpah]

I have seen studs like that before on Camaros..BKH

[earntaz]

Entirely too much time on their hands -- boredom or some sort of firefight with rivet guns.

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

We've taken a lot of Deuces apart over the last 19 years, and that's the first we've seen that! You learn something every day on these Yenko cars. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[x77-69z28]

very cool project. the CW turbo 400 in my 70Z project is stamped 70CW-447 and the bottom line is 2988 where yours is 2911. from the same day?

[DW31S]

I'm certainly no authority on numbers, but I believe this car is NOT in the registry. Anybody???

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

It's been in mine since '96, we just didn't have the vin until it came out of the trailer.

[RST]

Soooo found out why the heater was not working ..... oh boy <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-21989-red_nova_heater_nest.jpg

[bilede]

That is the predecessor to the modern cabin filter you have there. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif

[Billohio]

Almost as bad as the big snake that was under the hood when it was moved from the trailer. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif

[KenMaisano]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Billohio</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Almost as bad as the big snake that was under the hood when it was moved from the trailer. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif </div></div>

I'm sure glad that I didn't see that when I was inspecting the car in Ohio!

[GTO_DON]

Am I missing something? Did Doug sell you this car or are you restoring it for him.

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Don, it's in his signature - cran red deuce.

The seat material in the heater box is quite common, you might also find it in the glove box and in the headliner. The broadcast sheet could be in that ball of seat material as well, so comb through it.

Black snakes in that part of PA are also quite common, mostly seen in the winter as they find a little warmth from the cold. Wayne has put pics of black snakes next to his Nova's in the Nova Times magazine in years past - interesting!!

[Mr Yenko]

Well apparently the snake was not doing his job.

[RST]

Marlin is correct ..... as usual : )

Yes, Doug was nice enough to sell us this wonderful car and we thank him. Doug was very good to work with, very professional and helpful with information and has assisted us with locating a few parts needed for the restoration. I will also add that Stefano and Ken S were very helpful in the process with input and assistance in getting the deal completed. We at Mascar Classics are restoring the car to the highest level possible with the intention of bringing the car to the 2015 Muscle Car Nationals for its debut. Ken from Deuce Heaven is consulting with the build and we are having a great time restoring this awesome Deuce <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[Schonyenko2]

Don't mind the snakes as bad as the raccoons, and hornets.

[RST]

Some more pics, engine torn down, shell on rotisserie and ready for media blast : ) http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-22111-img_2395.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/use...62022717848_707 (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-22113-11013011_10206162022717848_707)
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/use...62022077832_278 (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-18271-22114-11029561_10206162022077832_278)

[Xplantdad]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-1805-22115-full.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/02/full-1805-22116-full1.jpg

[earntaz]

It will be interesting to see what method is used to repair the rust (that is -- if there is any damage) on the top and side of the windshield opening ...

[KenMaisano]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: earntaz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It will be interesting to see what method is used to repair the rust (that is -- if there is any damage) on the top and side of the windshield opening ... </div></div>

On any areas of rust, we will be using the original panels and metal finishing in small sections as needed. Its always at least twice the work but well worth it to keep the sheet metal original.

Mascar Detroit Muscle Cars

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

I trust you are taking plenty of photographs of codes and markings? That is such an important part of the tear down process, and we've learned a lot from the Deuces that have documented restorations. Specifically, inspect the firewall for grease pencil markings, front suspension components for paint daubs, subframe for date stencils and inspection stripes, driveshaft for application paint rings, rear diff for inspection scribbles and paint daubs, and the sides of the engine block / ends of the cylinder heads for crayon writing. A little time spent documenting will pay off huge in the finished product! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[RST]

Marlin,

So far we have taken more than 200 pictures <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif we are sharing all with Ken S and I will send you a Zip drive with all the photo's for your files <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif as far as rust, very little in window area, etc, what you are seeing is mostly surface and dirt. We will post some pictures after media blast <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[Xplantdad]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

That is awesome! Can't wait to see them - this is how we learn about these cars, so good job taking the pics.

Check the sides of the engine block, many times the engin code (CTC in your case) will be written on both sides, in yellow crayon, upside down. Also, you might find white &quot;X&quot;'s on the ends of the heads, under the Orange paint.

[Schonyenko2]

If you soda blast the firewall, you stand a better chance of preserving the crayon markings. Anything to aggressive takes them out. Bill Edel's deuce had lots of marks.

[RST]

Hidden Vin# inside Heater duct. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22193-photo_1.jpg

[RST]

Here are some updated pictures of the vin behind the Heater on the firewall, and pictures of some of Kenny's handy work installed hardened seats and bronze guides and some mild porting with 205 intake valves, etc.

Will post some more pics and info soon,

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22322-img_3819.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22323-img_3045.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22324-img_3814.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22325-img_3817.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22326-img_3818.jpg

[firstgenaddict]

Nice... If you are going with a non stock cam I fully recommend calling Dave Crower at Crower cams and giving him/them the engine and car specs and letting him design a solid roller for it... absolutely wicked.

[RST]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: firstgenaddict</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Nice... If you are going with a non stock cam I fully recommend calling Dave Crower at Crower cams and giving him/them the engine and car specs and letting him design a solid roller for it... absolutely wicked. </div></div>

Thank you for the input, Ken Maisano designs all the Cams that go in our engines, so we are covered : ) will post more pictures tonight.

Scott

[RST]

Here are some updated pictures of the motor and some data Kenny will comment on. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22632-img_3865.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22633-img_3863.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22634-img_3864.jpg

[KenMaisano]

I thought it would be interesting to see how well the factory Balanced the rotating assembly back in 1970.
So I took all the original parts, made my Bob Weight and spun up the crank. As you can see it was only off by 6 Grams in the front and 8 Grams in the back. I bet they gave the LT1 special attention. In the late 80s I blueprinted many brand new LB9s 350s and L69s 305 for GM special projects and many were off 8 to 14 grams.
Thought you guys might like this info.

Ken Maisano
Mascar
Detroit Muscle Cars

[Xplantdad]

Neat stuff Ken!

[RST]

Some more pics

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22639-red_deuce_eng_s.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22640-red_deuce_leaf_s.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22641-red_deuce_power_steer_mark.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-22642-red_deuce_nova_under.jpg

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Very nice Ken, <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif My original crank was off about the same, will you metal-ax the block? I really like the pic of the pad stamping, I don't think we've seen another Deuce stamped like that! It is also very early with it being an 0512 (especially for a car being this late in the build order), most engine assy dates are 0520 with the range being pretty tight at 0518 - 0521.

Interesting stencil on the leaf spring, I'd have to see the underside of the spring to determine if they are original to the car or not. Also, I see the rear sway bar setup, it's nice that you have that item!! Pay special attention to cleaning the rear assy, many times there are crayon markings on the center section.

[earntaz]

Ken -- have you ever spun up one of the W-30 442 400/455 &quot;select fit&quot; engines? Just curious as to how close they were. TAZ

[Billohio]

Is the yellow dot on steering box a decal or paint?

[COPO CARTEL]

It's paint Bill. Dab

[COPO CARTEL]

Scott and Ken...that car deserves the awesome attention that you are giving it. Your detail is impeccable. Congrats and continued success. Doug

[KenMaisano]

Marlin..Good call on the Metal-ax machine. I'm surprised you know about that machine, most people don't. Back in the late 90s I was helping Paul Pfaff Racing Engines with some Pro Stock development and he just purchased one. I would vibrate Titanium valves and they would cut like butter! I always use that procedure on (Green, New) blocks ,heads ect. But the old stuff with all the heat cycles don't seem to move much.

TAZ, I have not check any OEM Olds Assembly's.

Ken Maisano
Mascar
Detriot Muscle Cars

[SS427]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Billohio</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Is the yellow dot on steering box a decal or paint? </div></div>

That should be a yellow decal with a two letter code. On manual boxes it is a yellow two letter stamp. At least based on my experience.

[earntaz]

Thanks Ken ...

[RST]

Hey Doug,

thank you for the comments, we are washing all parts with soap and water to carefully check for any and all markings, we will document everything. We did this with the Block, but saw nothing, however while Kenny was machining the block, the oils etc have brought out what appears to be some kind of marking in yellow on the side of the block ... a 5 or 6 or maybe even a yellow X ?

Marlin the springs are absolutely original, we will get pictures of both sides when we take them apart and share with you.

Hope you all have a nice day.

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

The power steering has a yellow decal, not paint.

The yellow on the sides of the block will likely be the engine application code of 'CTC', typically written on both sides, in yellow crayon, upside down.

I agree with you Ken, putting a block through the metal ax procedure after so many heat cycles normally doesn't 'relax' it very much but mine had a little bit of stress in it per the graph printout I received. In theory, I probably should have metal ax'd it after the machining was done....

[COPO CARTEL]

As I blew the pic up ...I could see the outside edges of where the decal was. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

[Mr.Nickey Nova]

Are you sure those springs are original?? Look like replacements to me just by the leaf clamps. Those don't look like OEM style leaf spring clamps. I still have my original springs on my survivor 70 Nova and they don't look anything like those. Maybe the clamps only were replaced??

[RST]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Mr.Nickey Nova</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are you sure those springs are original?? Look like replacements to me just by the leaf clamps. Those don't look like OEM style leaf spring clamps. I still have my original springs on my survivor 70 Nova and they don't look anything like those. Maybe the clamps only were replaced?? </div></div>

Yes we are 100% sure, the car has been thoroughly inspected by Ken S of Deuce Heaven, Stefano B of Nickey's, Doug, and Ken M. unless they were replaced by the dealer on the lot, we are very certain they are original, we will double triple quadruple check when we take the rear end apart and wash and clean everything <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif stay tuned.

[3deuces]

Going back to pg 6 and the trim rivets on the sides of the cowl,my Cranberry red deuce also has them and its VIN is very close-353534.

[Craig_Maiorana]

I have seen that same treatment with the rivets on a few 68-72 novas and a few 69 Camaros.. almost like they were doing a practice run before they did what they needed to

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SMOKIN_JOKER</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have seen that same treatment with the rivets on a few 68-72 novas and a few 69 Camaros.. almost like they were doing a practice run before they did what they needed to</div></div>

Heaven forbid -- that makes sense. Those rivet guns where probably a pain at times -- better to get it set before trying to set rivets around the windshield opening. TAZ

[RST]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SMOKIN_JOKER</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I have seen that same treatment with the rivets on a few 68-72 novas and a few 69 Camaros.. almost like they were doing a practice run before they did what they needed to </div></div>

That is what we were thinking, either gun jammed or maybe just clearing out something or just plain having fun firing away <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 3deuces</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Going back to pg 6 and the trim rivets on the sides of the cowl,my Cranberry red deuce also has them and its VIN is very close-353534. </div></div>

Interesting, it's the first time I've seen that....

[snydes]

Great story! That engine assembly stamp is quite interesting! Normally when you see really odd assembly stamps it's a result of an engine that failed at some point on the line and was sent back to &quot;heavy repair&quot;. This would usually result in a grind out of the original stamp and then restamped, which is obviously not the case here. Out of curiosity, how do the head/block cast dates line up?

Keep the pictures coming!

Steve

[RST]

I will post several pictures of all dates and marking of the motor Monday or Tuesday <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[RST]

Ok everyone, here are some pictures of the dates of the heads, water pump, steering box and the clock on the block. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-23148-red_deuce_engine_clock.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-23149-red_deuce_steering_box.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-23150-red_deuce_head_1.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-23151-red_deuce_head_2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-23152-red_deuce_water_pump.jpg

[snydes]

Nice pictures! In addition to the casting clock that is pictured on the engine block you should also have a alpha numeric code like on the heads, water pump, etc. Did you get a shot of that one?

Thanks

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Great pics, the dates of the components are exactly in line with other Deuces - especially the heads.

[RST]

Kenny does not mess around, the motor us ready for final assembly, He will test run it and break in the cam some time next week. All number matching original motor <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/03/full-18271-23287-red_deuce_motor.jpg

[RST]

Here are a couple of pictures of the rust repair on the CR Deuce, I will post some more pictures this weekend <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/04/full-18271-23982-rust_repar_cr_door.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/04/full-18271-23983-cr_deuce_rr_quarter_panel.jpg

[Salvatore]

Man you guys are getting it done!
Make sure you don't get that Shop dirty.

[Stefano]

Nice work.

[RST]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Stefano</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Nice work. </div></div>

Would not have been possible without your help! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[RST]

ok, some more panels done on the red deuce, minor rust repair complete, ready to start body work for paint soon. More pics to follow. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/04/full-18271-24173-red_deuce_rust_repair_1.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/04/full-18271-24174-red_deuce_rust_repair.jpg

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Did you buy Mike Miller's car?

[RST]

Yes we did, we are building that car for the SCR event.