Silver 69 Chevelle SS396 Post Sedan L78

[Rixls6]

Just got back from picking up my next 69 Chevelle SS post sedan resto project.
There are a few pictures in the for sale section under the Ebay, Craigslist heading, but I will be able to post any progress on the car in this section.

Just a couple pics for now to show as we loaded the car, and then driving by US131 Martin Dragway.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/10/full-3463-33308-dscf7897.jpg
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What does this say? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif
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[mockingbird812]

Congrats - keep us posted on your progress! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Postsedan]

Nice Rick....WELL DONE. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I will be over during the week. How did she drive home from Hanke's.

I LIKE THAT YOU GOT Hanke doing all the work <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif

Dan

[Tracker1]

<span style="color: #FF0000"><span style="font-size: 11pt">SHE DEVIL</span></span>

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/10/full-3497-33316-shedev.jpg

[Postsedan]

She Devil - Bingo <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Tracker1</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><span style="color: #FF0000"><span style="font-size: 11pt">SHE DEVIL</span></span>

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/10/full-3497-33316-shedev.jpg
</div></div>

You may just be right!
I'll have to do a little rubbing in the area to see if it becomes more legible.

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Nice Rick....WELL DONE. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I will be over during the week. How did she drive home from Hanke's.

I LIKE THAT YOU GOT Hanke doing all the work <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif

Dan </div></div>

Car trailered very well coming back, and it was nice that the weather had overcast skies. Easier on the eyes.
I dropped Jim off at his place, then took the truck and trailer home, so didn't actually drive the car home.
I lashed the back of the car down, so I didn't make Jim do it all.
A big Thanks! out to Jim (Wheelhop) for all his help on getting her home.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Congrats Rick, great find!!

Another automotive adventure!!!

Ryan

[69 Post Sedan]

Great job Rick.....

&quot;She Devil&quot;...... I like it.

If you keep it up....you are going to have to change your username from &quot;Rixls6&quot; to &quot;Postmaster&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Kurt <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Rixls6]

Thanks all. Appreciate the input.

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif Postmaster, huh? Sounds pretty good.

Couldn't wait to do a little digging, and pic taking.

Interesting piece of paper in the back seat.
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Old emblem holes that are 3 3/8&quot; apart
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[Rixls6]

Some underhood goodies.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/10/full-3463-33325-dscf7914.jpg
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http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/10/full-3463-33332-dscf7923.jpg

[Postsedan]

Very cool....M21. What does is say on that paper above the 752 Interior Trim?

Dan

[Postsedan]

I bet your heart was racing when you saw that paper under the seat?

Exciting <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Postsedan]

I assume they ran out of the IBM Punch Cards....so a regular piece of paper did the trick.

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I assume they ran out of the IBM Punch Cards....so a regular piece of paper did the trick.

Dan </div></div>

I found a very similar paper like this one in the red post car also, hand written in purple crayon.
Can't quite make out the numbers on the top line.

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I bet your heart was racing when you saw that paper under the seat?

Exciting <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan </div></div>

Yep, when I first pulled the seat out away from the back panel, I saw nothing, but then saw what I first thought was a piece of vinyl, but quickly realized it was paper.
Couldn't wait to get the hog rings out to read it! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[Postsedan]

Very cool Rick <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Looking forward to seeing her.

Dan

[SS427]

Congrats on your latest purchase Rick. Look forward to watching the progress as always.

[wheelhop]

Car looks good! It was fun coming along. I think this is the 3rd SS Post and and an LS6 that I've helped Rick pick up. I told Rick that if he keeps finding the L78 post cars it's going to dilute the market and make my &quot;2-fuel line&quot; SS postcar worth more.

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wheelhop</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Car looks good! It was fun coming along. I think this is the 3rd SS Post and and an LS6 that I've helped Rick pick up. I told Rick that if he keeps finding the L78 post cars it's going to dilute the market and make my &quot;2-fuel line&quot; SS postcar worth more. </div></div>

With that said, I will strive to help your &quot;2-fuel line&quot; car worth lots more. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

[scuncio]

Looks pretty decent. Glad it went to a good home!

[Postsedan]

Jim,

You`ll be fine....as your '69 SS396 300 Deluxe Post Sedan Chevelle is no L78....but IS a Great Rare Color!

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: scuncio</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looks pretty decent. Glad it went to a good home! </div></div>

Yes, and a thanks to you Tony for posting the link for it! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Damien]

Rick, congratulations on a great find. Did you know this Post Chevelle was an L78 car before you went to look at it?

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Damien</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Rick, congratulations on a great find. Did you know this Post Chevelle was an L78 car before you went to look at it? </div></div>

I knew it was a Real Deal 1969 SS396 300 Deluxe Post Sedan.....as I had the car in my registry. HOWEVER, the owner never did know that it was a real L78 until Rick came to look at it.
I spoke with another Post Sedan enthusiast....that was very surprised on what Rick had discovered....as even with his discussions, the owner gave no indicator that if was an L78.
Rick.....whatever you do, do not pull that horse shoe out of your a$$ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Damien]

Goes to show, leave no stone unturned as you never know what you may find! Great job. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[PeteLeathersac]

Great stuff also congrats again Rick especially being an L78 car!
So originally a '73 454 block and what casting?
Looking forward to more including NCRS result!
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~ Pete

[chevyman0429]

Just for my knowledge what's the determining factor that it's a L78!

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: chevyman0429</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just for my knowledge what's the determining factor that it's a L78! </div></div>

As those have said before me......&quot;Those are trade secrets&quot; you know who you are <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Mike.....I will text you.

Dan

[DW31S]

Does this mean the black car's restoration is now complete, or did you buy this car because it was now available? This looks like a &quot;better&quot; car from s resto standpoint that &quot;Cowboy's&quot; old race car. Congrats on the purchase.

[Postsedan]

That's how it usually goes....for every abused rare muscle car that is found and restored.....usually a nice one comes along bigthumbup:

Dan

[Bill Pritchard]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: wheelhop</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I told Rick that if he keeps finding the L78 post cars it's going to dilute the market and make my &quot;2-fuel line&quot; SS postcar worth more. </div></div>

I'm liking that line of thought, Jim <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DW31S</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Does this mean the black car's restoration is now complete, or did you buy this car because it was now available? This looks like a &quot;better&quot; car from s resto standpoint that &quot;Cowboy's&quot; old race car. Congrats on the purchase. </div></div>

Still have a bit to go to complete the black car. The engine is being lonely <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif sitting on a broken dyno, but should run any day now. The chassis awaits it.
Whenever I see one of these 69 Chevelle SS post sedans, I will try to buy them provided the value is there. You know, typical collector mentality. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif

[chevyman0429]

Yup I was hoping the purchase of the red car didn't stall the restoration on the black car. I look everyday for updates on the black car however I know these restorations are not cheap and take time. Rick is there a build thread on your LS6 Chevelle.

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: chevyman0429</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Yup I was hoping the purchase of the red car didn't stall the restoration on the black car. I look everyday for updates on the black car however I know these restorations are not cheap and take time. Rick is there a build thread on your LS6 Chevelle. </div></div>

Yep, time and money is it.
There is a thread for the LS6 somewhere, but that car got stalled all from my fussiness over the replacement carpeting.
Found the old thread, with most pictures gone from it.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/topics/493455/1

[Postsedan]

At least my pictures of your LS6 are up <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">At least my pictures of your LS6 are up <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan </div></div>

Yep, those are the only ones, but I did find the old thread over at Team Chevelle and revived it.
http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?p=8127097#post8127097

[Postsedan]

It`s easy to stop Rick and divert him?

Want to see <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Rick, I found another Post Sedan for sale.....yep, you guessed it....in MI. The rear emblem also starts with a B_ _ _ _ R ends with an R. Same owner since 1974. Fully Documented.
Call me for the rest if the details. This is not a joke.

Dan

[chevyman0429]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">It`s easy to stop Rick and divert him?

Want to see <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Rick, I found another Post Sedan for sale.....yep, you guessed it....in MI. The rear emblem also starts with a B_ _ _ _ R ends with an R. Same owner since 1974. Fully Documented.
Call me for the rest if the details. This is not a joke.

Dan </div></div>
Holly SMOKES Dan If Rick don't grab it lol. Is this car you speak off a project or is it restored?

[JpMotorsports]

Awesome find and I can only imagine how beautiful this car will look when you are done!

[Postsedan]

It took Rick....4 minutes to call me.

This is a project....but not your typical project <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[k92]

Rick, you are teasing me with the pics of the LS6... Looks very nice!!!

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: k92</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Rick, you are teasing me with the pics of the LS6... Looks very nice!!! </div></div>

Yeah, always up to a good tease. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[k92]

It is pure torture!!! I have not seen it with the hood on it over 8 years.

[Rixls6]

and a good part of the interior is in also.

[k92]

I can still remember the smell coming from its interior when I went to look at it at Jim's house. I bet that he had not opened the doors to it in years.

[resto4u]

BERGER...............

[Rixls6]

Just received the NCRS Shipping Data Report.
Production date: Oct. 28, 1968
Original delivery dealer code: 28, zone 45
Name and address of dealer:
Berger Chevrolet
Grand Rapids, MI <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[chevyman0429]

Very very nice what a great little bonus!

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

BINGO!!!!

That is a real bonus!!

Jeff L. Had some Berger shirts made up, maybe your size?

Ryan

[Rixls6]

I'll have to talk with Jeff about getting one, and maybe he has a guy that might have a Berger emblem.

[396L35]

Nice score and it looks like a solid build. Keep the pictures coming...

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

I Emailed Jeff L, he doesn't have a Berger emblem, said they cost a bit for good ones:-(

Ryan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Ryan1969Chevelle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I Emailed Jeff L, he doesn't have a Berger emblem, said they cost a bit for good ones:-(

Ryan </div></div>

Thanks for helping look for that Ryan.
I have been contacted about a couple of the emblems, and will have an original soon that needs replating.

[Postsedan]

Cool

Dan

[Rixls6]

Dan,
Clean out your PM box.

[JpMotorsports]

Very cool I hear those emblems are hard to find in decent shape.

[Rixls6]

I found a previous owner name from about 1983.
Anybody in the Holland, MI area that knows or knew a Russ Jacobs?
Apparently he was a bodyman, and also restored old gas pumps at that time.

Here's the used &quot;By Berger&quot; emblem I found with help from another member here.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/12/full-3463-36176-dscf8012.jpg

[Postsedan]

Well Done Rick <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Rixls6]

Posted a wanted ad in Holland, MI
http://holland.craigslist.org/wan/5359455192.html

[Rixls6]

Well, my wanted ad in the Holland, MI Craigslist paid off!

I got a call from a couple guys.
One guy is probably a good lead for parts and info on other cars, as he has been messing around with Chevelles for quite awhile.
The second call I got was from Russ Jacobs, who did own this car in 1983.
He remembers buying it in Muskegon, MI
It had SS wheels on it when he bought it, but got a free set of wheels from his work, so that's what you see in this picture. It also looks white, but actually is silver.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/12/full-3463-36405-dscn4102.jpg

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Jackpot!!!!!

&quot;Fossil Fotos&quot;

Ryan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Ryan1969Chevelle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Jackpot!!!!!

&quot;Fossil Fotos&quot;

Ryan </div></div>

Yep, Jackpot.
Now a new ad in the Muskegon, MI Craigslist to extend the trail.

http://muskegon.craigslist.org/wan/5366857345.html

[Postsedan]

Awesome, check out that custom side stripe....perhaps the black stripe was already there and the added the Blue stripe over it with the custom swirl at the rear....I wonder if it went up unto the trunk?

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Awesome, check out that custom side stripe....perhaps the black stripe was already there and the added the Blue stripe over it with the custom swirl at the rear....I wonder if it went up unto the trunk?

Dan </div></div>

I'll ask him if the stripe went over the top of the rear quarter.

See the yellow Accel Supercoil barely sticking up in the underhood area?
The holes are still in the firewall where it had been.

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Awesome, check out that custom side stripe....perhaps the black stripe was already there and the added the Blue stripe over it with the custom swirl at the rear....I wonder if it went up unto the trunk?

Dan </div></div>

I'll ask him if the stripe went over the top of the rear quarter.

See the yellow Accel Supercoil barely sticking up in the underhood area?
The holes are still in the firewall where it had been. </div></div>

Yep...you and I discussed that when I was over the last time.....Plus I can see the Ladder bars sticking out too <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Rixls6]

Another picture from 1983.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/12/full-3463-36411-dscn4103.jpg

[Postsedan]

Cool....I like the Dart too....'70 Chevelle - not so much, LOL!

Thanks for Sharing <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Rixls6]

Couple more pics.
Previous owner says these are from the fall of `83 at Grandville Mall car show.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/12/full-3463-36429-dscn4105.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/12/full-3463-36430-dscn4106.jpg

[chevyman0429]

Wow that's awesome Rick!

[Damien]

Thats a great part of your car's history for you to have Rick. Not to mention it's a cool car! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Bill Pritchard]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/12/full-3463-36430-dscn4106.jpg

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Owner back then must have either had a killer motor in it or else he was phenomenally optimistic! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

Great pics, Rick. I see the &quot;by Berger&quot; emblem on the tail panel.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

I am glad to see the Berger dealer tag on the angle.

Seen a few this way now:-)

Ryan

[Postsedan]

Just as I suspected.....the graphics continue onto the trunk.

I LOVE THAT RAKE..... Now you'll need to keep them Ladders Bars....and go out and find a set of Wheelie Bars <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

LOVE IT!

Dan

[Postsedan]

PLUS, 3 shades of BLUE in that stripe <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just as I suspected.....the graphics continue onto the trunk.

I LOVE THAT RAKE..... Now you'll need to keep them Ladders Bars....and go out and find a set of Wheelie Bars <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

LOVE IT!

Dan </div></div>

I know!
I told the guy who sent these to me that I'm tempted to recreate the car as it was. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bill Pritchard</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2015/12/full-3463-36430-dscn4106.jpg

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Owner back then must have either had a killer motor in it or else he was phenomenally optimistic! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

Great pics, Rick. I see the &quot;by Berger&quot; emblem on the tail panel. </div></div>

He told me that the wheels and tires were borrowed from his brother's ElCamino just for this show.
Gotta love that &quot;By Berger&quot; emblem. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just as I suspected.....the graphics continue onto the trunk.

I LOVE THAT RAKE..... Now you'll need to keep them Ladders Bars....and go out and find a set of Wheelie Bars <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

LOVE IT!

Dan </div></div>

I know!
I told the guy who sent these to me that I'm tempted to recreate the car as it was. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif </div></div>

Definetely something to consider..... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

A real &quot;stink bomb&quot; :-)

Do it!!!

Ryan

[Rixls6]

Put an ad in the Muskegon, MI Craigslist and more success.

Quote:
Originally Posted by RixLS6 View Post
Updated the ad on the Muskegon, MI Craigslist.
http://muskegon.craigslist.org/cto/5372216283.html

Got a lead from the Muskegon ad, and then talked with the owner that bought it in the fall of `79.
He bought it in Martin, MI and said it was lettered with the name of a Chevy dealer from Ravenna, MI.
He will be sending me pics of the way it looked back then.

Now to find the owner from Martin, MI....................

[Xplantdad]

you go, Rick!

[PeteLeathersac]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
...He bought it in Martin, MI and said it was lettered with the name of a Chevy dealer from Ravenna, MI...

</div></div>

Maybe Herman Chevrolet Ravenna MI?<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif
Cool digging Rick and Merry Christmas!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif
~ Pete

[69 Post Sedan]

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[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: PeteLeathersac</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
...He bought it in Martin, MI and said it was lettered with the name of a Chevy dealer from Ravenna, MI...

</div></div>

Maybe Herman Chevrolet Ravenna MI?<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif
Cool digging Rick and Merry Christmas!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif
~ Pete




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I hope he finds the pics showing the dealer name, and he also told me it had a nickname painted on it too, but he couldn't remember.
We shall see........

Merry Christmas

[Postsedan]

EXCELLENT! WITH ALL THIS EXCITEMENT......As soon as your Black 1969 SS396 300 Deluxe Post Sedan is finished.....I see you jumping on this one right away, how could you not......and let the '70`s sit and wait again....makes perfect sense <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

The History is cool on your Post cars!!!

Ryan

[fsc66]

1969 L78 breakdown by Trans. 3-speed and 4-speed combines the 396 375HP and 350 HP motors together.
3-speed: 448 units
4-speed: 19,909 units

3-speed automatic has the more detailed breakdown by HP:
350 HP
4848 Units
375 HP
1639
All above are Turbo 400's.

Paul

[Postsedan]

What no love for the L35 325hp <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

Dan

[fsc66]

Well, Dan sure but not under a Topic labeled 69 Chevelle SS396 L78.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif
But ok:

L35 Breakdown by Trans:
3-speed: 8992
4-speed: 25254
3-speed Auto: 25540 (all Turbo 400's)
Powerglide: 0
Paul

[Postsedan]

That`s much better.

Thank you,

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: fsc66</div><div class="ubbcode-body">1969 L78 breakdown by Trans. 3-speed and 4-speed combines the 396 375HP and 350 HP motors together.
3-speed: 448 units
4-speed: 19,909 units

3-speed automatic has the more detailed breakdown by HP:
350 HP
4848 Units
375 HP
1639
All above are Turbo 400's.

Paul </div></div>

Does your book break out the 4-speed L78's far as M20, M21, and M22?
How about by body style, say for instance the 13427 cars? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

[Postsedan]

The only number his book will have is 5,620 V8 13427`s.

Remember the 1400 is a just a guesstimate.

Dan

[scuncio]

Just curious, where is the production breakdown for transmission and engine options published?

[fsc66]

Rick:
The only breakdown in the manner you asked is for total chevelle production of each category nit just for L78's, so the total for 4-spd is broken down by total M21, M22's and I image the balance of the total is for M20's. Same for 3-speeds.
Now under each of the RPO's there is somewhat of a breakdown. The majority of the options are broken by ECL code, at times they list models in addition other times a range, as an example under M20, there are 3 different ECL codes but the lines also list L34,L78 so each line combines the totals for both. Depending on the year, some have more model detail than others but all breakouts are by ECL codes.

Paul

[fsc66]

The Chevelle is not broken down by model but is broken down by engine and by HP, so it has numbers for how many cars were produced with each engine and by each HP rating.

Paul

[fsc66]

This information was not published, this was a compilation of reports distributed to select GM Executives and is basically a trends report for all Chevrolet models for various years broken down for the most part by ECL codes but unfortunately does to include usage next to the ECL codes. Here and there models or model ranges are listed next to the ECL codes.
There is no breakdown or listing for COPO RPO's unfortunately.

Paul

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: fsc66</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Rick:
The only breakdown in the manner you asked is for total chevelle production of each category nit just for L78's, so the total for 4-spd is broken down by total M21, M22's and I image the balance of the total is for M20's. Same for 3-speeds.
Now under each of the RPO's there is somewhat of a breakdown. The majority of the options are broken by ECL code, at times they list models in addition other times a range, as an example under M20, there are 3 different ECL codes but the lines also list L34,L78 so each line combines the totals for both. Depending on the year, some have more model detail than others but all breakouts are by ECL codes.

Paul </div></div>
This sounds like the same info that has been available for years in the &quot;Chevelle and El Camino ID code book&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

[fsc66]

Rick,
The ID code book has a breakdown of options by ECL codes, production numbers of exterior and interior colors, etc, perhaps I was misinformed about this information.

Paul

[Rixls6]

It's not laid out how you say, but essentially gives those kind of figures for the RPO's.
It shows for totals in all 69 Chevelle:
15,748 MC1 Heavy Duty 3-speeds.
44,950 M20
13,786 M21
1,276 M22
But they do not break the numbers down further as to how many of each engine trans combo.

[fsc66]

I'll check with Dale from Chevellestuff about that ID book, never heard of it but sounds great.
This report dates from about 1958 through 1969 partial year for 1970 and includes all passenger cars. I wonder if that ID book derived from this information.

Paul

[Postsedan]

I know Dale very well.
Dale will tell you that they are virtually one of the same.....as most of Dales info is a culmination of both.

Dan

[Postsedan]

Now, lets get back to the Topic.....Ricks, Cortez Silver 1969 SS396 300 Deluxe Post Sedan <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Rick,

Any more cool pics come your way?

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Now, lets get back to the Topic.....Ricks, Cortez Silver 1969 SS396 300 Deluxe Post Sedan <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Rick,

Any more cool pics come your way?

Dan </div></div>

Not yet.

[Rixls6]

The owner from Muskegon found a few more pictures of the car the way it looked in `83, and is still looking for the ones from `79 with all the lettering and race stickers.
Here are a few of the 69 Chevelle, and also a couple other cars he owned, one an LS6 that he put a tunnel ram and 660's on and ran 11's.
Also a pic of a 69 Nova that was a 396 car, with a transplanted 454.
He sent me a long letter describing things the best he could remember.

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[chevyman0429]

Thats awesome looks great with the cragars on it.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Wow history is coming out of the woodwork!!!

Congrats!!

Ryan

[Postsedan]

Awesome......Love the Berger decal on the air cleaner lid.

HOPE HE FINDS AND SENDS YOU THE PICS of when the car was LETTERED.

GREAT PICS.

Dan

[Rixls6]

Posted a new ad on Craigslist hoping to jog someone's memory of the car in the Martin, MI area from `79 and before.
http://kalamazoo.craigslist.org/cto/5381868794.html

[JpMotorsports]

Try getting in contact with someone at US131 dragway in Martin. Maybe someone might remember the car. Also try to post on water-winterwonderland.com they got a section for old drag strips and memories link: http://www.water-winterwonderland.com/dragway.aspx?id=1342&amp;Type=6

[earntaz]

Cragars and more Cragars ...

[Rixls6]

Started doing a little resto work to this, even though I had planned on waiting 'til next year.
Floors on the car had old patch work, so we are replacing the whole floor.

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[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Rick: you are The Man!!!

I can't believe you can QB two restorations:-)

Nice!!!

Ryan

[k92]

Boo!! Was hoping the ls6 would get done next...

[chevyman0429]

I was hoping Ricks 10/10 post was running down the finish line first lol <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: k92</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Boo!! Was hoping the ls6 would get done next... </div></div>

It's become a '69 Stable for obvious reasons <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[Postsedan]

My daughter Mia and I visited Rick and Eric today.....the Cortez Silver SS396 300 Deluxe Post Sedan is looking good and in great hands <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Here is Mia in the Fred Flintstone Edition SS396 300 Deluxe Post Sedan <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Rick and Eric.....great seeing you both.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/Postsedan/Postsedan2016/image.jpg1_zpsn3qilz5n.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Postsedan/media/Postsedan2016/image.jpg1_zpsn3qilz5n.jpg.html)

Dan

[Xplantdad]

Great pic of Mia!

[Donnie]

Dan, she is growing up. I havent seen her since your last party I think that was 4 years ago.

[Postsedan]

Thanks guys......Mia and I had a great day. We picked up and dropped off parts at the powder coater. We had lunch at Portillo's <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif and finished our day at the Barn......what a day!

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks guys......Mia and I had a great day. We picked up and dropped off parts at the powder coater. We had lunch at Portillo's <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif and finished our day at the Barn......what a day!

Dan </div></div>

That is a perfect day!!!

Happy Daddy!!

Ryan

[Rixls6]

Definitely a great day for you and Mia.
She makes the car, and we'll have to get a pic of her in the driver's seat after it's that far along.

[Rixls6]

Got a floor put in, in place of Mia.

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[Ryan1969Chevelle]

I love the way you guys make the repairs:-)

If you have any snapped off body mount bolts I would love to know how to fix this issue......

Ryan

[Rixls6]

Yes, had a couple body mount bolts snap, or have to be cut off.
If you look closely in the last picture above, you'll see a small square metal tab sticking up on the raised area. We had to cut that on 3 sides to get at the caged nut, then cut the cage, remove the nut with busted bolt, heat the nut cherry-hot, then removed the broken bolt. Put the nut back in the cage after cleaning the threads, and weld the cage shut again.
Other methods may work depending on if the nut spins in the cage or not.

[chevyman0429]

I see original GM metal going back in that's great!

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: chevyman0429</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I see original GM metal going back in that's great! </div></div>

There is no other option <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[chevyman0429]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: chevyman0429</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I see original GM metal going back in that's great! </div></div>

There is no other option <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan </div></div>

Dan
Your absolutely right that's why my black 69 is not finished yet I'm not putting anything else on it. Just picked up the last piece like a week ago. The front bumper filler/valance! My wife was actually pissed because she wants it done so I can move on to my other 69 but I told no Jap metal.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Yes, had a couple body mount bolts snap, or have to be cut off.
If you look closely in the last picture above, you'll see a small square metal tab sticking up on the raised area. We had to cut that on 3 sides to get at the caged nut, then cut the cage, remove the nut with busted bolt, heat the nut cherry-hot, then removed the broken bolt. Put the nut back in the cage after cleaning the threads, and weld the cage shut again.
Other methods may work depending on if the nut spins in the cage or not. </div></div>

I have heard about it but not seen it till now..

Can you grab a few action shots?

I am nervous to cut into my nice floor to do this so I want to make sure I am heading down the right road:-)

I have 2 or three at the back especially:-( I guess I cut into the trunk to fix them:-(

I have one where the area is rusty so I am able to fix it from the bottom...... (About a 3 inch rusty area around one mount so I need to fix it.

Sorry to reply all about me on your thread, but I see this stuff and absolutely have to know for myself:-)

Ryan

[Rixls6]

You might try drilling a small hole in the floor above the rusted nuts, and squirting some PB Blaster in a few days before you try loosening. If there is enough bolt left, weld a nut onto it instead of using vise grips.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You might try drilling a small hole in the floor above the rusted nuts, and squirting some PB Blaster in a few days before you try loosening. If there is enough bolt left, weld a nut onto it instead of using vise grips. </div></div>

That sounds like a great first step!!!

Ryan

[kwhizz]

Freak'in Awsum !!!!!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif

[Rixls6]

Should have the body back on the frame by Saturday, then bring it home for some mechanical fixes, then drive the wheels off it this year.
Had several repairs to make where old ladder bar mounts had been, and a crack at a rear body mount that was badly repaired by someone else.
Speaking of wheels, plans are to put some different ones with new tires, as the current set doesn't do the car justice.

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[chevyman0429]

Yup the wheels do no justice to this car AT ALL

[Postsedan]

Rick and Eric....great progress since I saw her last Saturday <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[Bill Pritchard]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">a crack at a rear body mount that was badly repaired by someone else.

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</div></div>

Wow, you can say that again! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bill Pritchard</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">a crack at a rear body mount that was badly repaired by someone else.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/02/full-3463-38727-dscf8079.jpg

</div></div>

Wow, you can say that again! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif </div></div>

A crack at a rear body mount that was badly repaired by someone else. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Dan

[Bill Pritchard]

Hmmmmm <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/confused.gif

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bill Pritchard</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">a crack at a rear body mount that was badly repaired by someone else.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/02/full-3463-38727-dscf8079.jpg

</div></div>

Wow, you can say that again! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif </div></div>

A crack at a rear body mount that was badly repaired by someone else. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Dan </div></div>

It'll be a lot easier to repair right with the body off the frame ...

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: earntaz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bill Pritchard</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">a crack at a rear body mount that was badly repaired by someone else.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/02/full-3463-38727-dscf8079.jpg

</div></div>

Wow, you can say that again! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif </div></div>

A crack at a rear body mount that was badly repaired by someone else. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Dan </div></div>

It'll be a lot easier to repair right with the body off the frame ... </div></div>

See the previous pictures.
Job already done.
Body is now back on the frame.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Do you get a 300 Deluxe SS396 Post Sedan volume discount?

Ryan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Ryan1969Chevelle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Do you get a 300 Deluxe SS396 Post Sedan volume discount?

Ryan </div></div>
I'll have to bring that up to Eric. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

[chevyman0429]

Great point Ryan lol

[Rixls6]

Going back together.
How about this for wheel choice?

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[Postsedan]

Sure <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif Just make sure your tire of choice is a Black Wall.

Are those 14&quot; or 15&quot; ?

Do you have another complete set of YA's for when you do paint her Cortez Silver <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Sure <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif Just make sure your tire of choice is a Black Wall.

Are those 14&quot; or 15&quot; ?

Do you have another complete set of YA's for when you do paint her Cortez Silver <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan </div></div>

They're 15 X 7. Thinking of a 235/60/15 tire size all around. Do you think I'll have any tire-rub problems with that size?

[Postsedan]

235 is a max front tire with 15's....but greatly depends on the front wheel backspace. I have had 235's rub slightly on the lower front fender lower lip....but I believe that was with 15x8 front wheel.

Dan

[Rixls6]

Will do a backspace check today.

[Postsedan]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

I assume Eric repaired your core support?

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

I assume Eric repaired your core support?

Dan </div></div>
Wrong assumption.
Using it as is until I can find a clean used one for a good price.

[Alss]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

I assume Eric repaired your core support?

Dan </div></div>
Wrong assumption.
Using it as is until I can find a clean used one for a good price. </div></div>

I'll keep my eyes open! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

[Rixls6]

Thanks Albert <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[novadude]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Will do a backspace check today. </div></div>

Back in the 1980s we ran 235/60R15 Eagle STs on 71-72 Chevelle SS steel 5-spoke 15x7 wheels (all 4 corners) on a stock ride height '69 Chevelle. They fit with plenty of room and never rubbed anywhere on a daily driven car. I think those Chevelle / Z28 15x7s had 4.25&quot; backspace, but I am not 100% sure. Hope this helps.

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: novadude</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Rixls6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Will do a backspace check today. </div></div>

Back in the 1980s we ran 235/60R15 Eagle STs on 71-72 Chevelle SS steel 5-spoke 15x7 wheels (all 4 corners) on a stock ride height '69 Chevelle. They fit with plenty of room and never rubbed anywhere on a daily driven car. I think those Chevelle / Z28 15x7s had 4.25&quot; backspace, but I am not 100% sure. Hope this helps. </div></div>

Thanks John
Good to know

[Rixls6]

Checked the wheels and they are 3 3/4 backspace, so maybe I will have to have a tire mounted to do a physical check for clearance.

Car is being readied for some touch up work on the roof where the clear-coat had peeled, so have to paint that area, then clear the whole roof and part of both quarters.
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[Rixls6]

Friend of mine's car being assembled at the same shop.

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[Postsedan]

Rick,

Just have Eric paint the roof and quarters in Cortez Silver.....less work for later <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[Rixls6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Rick,

Just have Eric paint the roof and quarters in Cortez Silver.....less work for later <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan </div></div>

Sure..........a little 2-tone action to confuse the masses a little more. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

You are a wild man!!!

Ryan

[earntaz]

Sure hope you can get that paint to match and lay down like the original -- can wind up being a pain in the south end! TAZ

[Postsedan]

Taz,

With Eric....paint match is no problem <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[earntaz]

That is great -- but they still put destruct system on missiles. &quot;If anything will go wrong ....

[Rixls6]

A little test buffing to see what the paint can look like.
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[Postsedan]

Have Eric keep buffing through until he hits the Cortez Silver, then she will be Gleaming <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Looking Great!

Dan

[chevyman0429]

Great choice on wheels.

[Rixls6]

Color match came out great.
Wet sand and buff in a couple days.
Hope to have it home by the weekend.

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[Postsedan]

Looks Great <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Eric Rocks!

Dan

[earntaz]

PPG??

[m22mike]

You guys are going to kick my butt, I like the burgundy. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[markinnaples]

I like the burgundy as well...

[earntaz]

My 67 SS396 Chevelle was more of a maroon color -- not too much of the &quot;grape&quot; color. Wish I had that one back -- along with all the other cool cars my wife and I have had ... TAZ

[Postsedan]

I visited Rick, Eric and Kevin at Nostalgic today.....the color match is spot on <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

Well done <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[Rixls6]

Yes, the color is matched nicely.
Will be putting the trim back on, and hopefully the rest of my tires show up today.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/02/full-3463-39425-img_0660.jpg

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

I am jealous!!!

You guys are fast!!

Ryan

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Ryan1969Chevelle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am jealous!!!

You guys are fast!!

Ryan </div></div>

We eat at Jimmy John's <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Dan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Ryan1969Chevelle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am jealous!!!

You guys are fast!!

Ryan </div></div>

We eat at Jimmy John's <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Dan </div></div>

Me too!!

[L78M22Rag]

Rick, that car is lookin terrific!

[69VN]

Great job on the car! Burgundy rules!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Sal

[69 Post Sedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Ryan1969Chevelle</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I am jealous!!!

You guys are fast!!

Ryan </div></div>

We eat at Jimmy John's <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Dan </div></div>

Nope.....Portillo's <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

[Rixls6]

Got her home.
New windshield and some interior work next, but..........
Now to get back on the black car.
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[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Looks good, and ready for some worry free beatings:-)

Ryan

[Postsedan]

Well done Rick <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Black Post Sedan it is <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[chevyman0429]

Rick very nice job Now get back on the black post car lol very very nice job

[Xplantdad]

Looks great Rick. I like that color!

[markinnaples]

That looks great.

[69 Post Sedan]

Fantastic job Rick...... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[SuperNovaSS]

Looks sweet! When do we get a video?


Keep up the good work,


Jason

[Rixls6]

Thanks for all the compliments. I'll pass them along to Eric and Kevin at Nostalgic, as it was their help that made the car come to life again.
Can't wait for the driving season now to give the car a good thrashing. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

[Tracker1]

THE SHE DEVIL SHINES AGAIN!!

[JpMotorsports]

Looks killer such a cool car!

[garycharlton1960]

Nice looking Chevelle. I worked for a gentleman who had a large collection of cars. I have been left with the task of selling some of them. One of the cars is a 1969 Chevelle 2dr post. A long time ago I asked my boss if he had the original engine and he said yes. Right now the first thing I am doing is to verify if it is truly an SS car. I have gone through his collection of BBC engines (6 of them) and cannot find one with the partial vin on it. When my boss would paint a car he removed the cowl data plate but had a bad habit of not putting them back on. I found one stack of data plates but the Chevelle one wasn't there. What can I check to verify that this is or is not an SS car? It has the 12 bolt rear end with the back half of the lower control arms boxed in. It also has a single fuel line. Thanks in advance for any suggestions or input.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/03/full-19838-40838-20160315_163932.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/03/full-19838-40839-20160315_163957.jpg

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: garycharlton1960</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Nice looking Chevelle. I worked for a gentleman who had a large collection of cars. I have been left with the task of selling some of them. One of the cars is a 1969 Chevelle 2dr post. A long time ago I asked my boss if he had the original engine and he said yes. Right now the first thing I am doing is to verify if it is truly an SS car. I have gone through his collection of BBC engines (6 of them) and cannot find one with the partial vin on it. When my boss would paint a car he removed the cowl data plate but had a bad habit of not putting them back on. I found one stack of data plates but the Chevelle one wasn't there. What can I check to verify that this is or is not an SS car? It has the 12 bolt rear end with the back half of the lower control arms boxed in. It also has a single fuel line. Thanks in advance for any suggestions or input.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/03/full-19838-40838-20160315_163932.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/03/full-19838-40839-20160315_163957.jpg
</div></div>

You found the right place:-)

Rick and Dan on here will get you freed of that Chevelle in no time:-)

Ryan

[Postsedan]

Gary....email sent.

Dan

[Rixls6]

Also sent an e-mail

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Heavy hitter Post Sedan guys are on it:-)

Ryan

[JpMotorsports]

Would be interested in this car

[Rixls6]

Added the Berger emblem I found for the car, although it still needs to be rechromed.
At least it is rechromeable, unlike another one I got from someone.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/09/full-3463-48767-20160913_134704.jpg

[Postsedan]

Well done Rick....she looks great <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[SS427]

There is a place in Chicago that can restore those pot metal emblems Rick. I met him at the MCACN show a few years ago. They did a Sport Chevrolet emblem for me that was in very bad shape and it looked great upon completion. Not cheap but they made it look good.

[Rixls6]

Thanks for the lead Rick

[Rixls6]

Finally got a chance to do some work on this car again.
Replaced the rotted out headers, and will need to get a couple mufflers to replace the mismatched ones on the car.
Also started putting the new (correct 300 Deluxe) interior in.
The seats I had in it were musty smelling, so it's nice to get those out.

Old headers

[Postsedan]

Rick,

Glad to see you out in the Garage.....looking nice.

I've to get that master to you so you can go cruising :)

See you soon.

Dan

[Rixls6]

That would be great Dan.
Thanks

[Rixls6]

Front seat done.

[Postsedan]

Very nice :)

Rick, I assume....that seat knob is original? Some were Chrome, but most 300 Bench Seats had a Black knob.

Check your Garnet Red Post Sedan, did it have a black knob?

Dan

[Rixls6]

Will check

[Rixls6]

Checked and it's chrome also and has been on the seat when I got the car.

[Postsedan]

Yep, seen it go both ways......perhaps a plant thing or whatever the intaller had on hand that day?

Dan

[Bill Pritchard]

Looking good, Rick. FWIW, my silver post sedan has a chrome knob too, but who knows if it's original or not.

[Rixls6]

Got a set of original style rolled exhaust tips.

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Shmexy!!!!

Ryan W31

[Postsedan]

Rick,

Come join us at Lombard tomorrow night :)

Bring a Post Car :)

Dan

[Rixls6]

Rick,

Come join us at Lombard tomorrow night :)

Bring a Post Car :)

Dan

Good idea, I will see if she's roadworthy tomorrow.

[Rixls6]

Changed wheels

[Postsedan]

Looks very nice Rick :)

Dan

[chevyman0429]

Yup looks bad aZZ !

[Too Many Projects]

A friend bought a '69 Cortez post SS L78 new in May of '69, so I was curious about this car. His was a TH400, so not it, but I still had to read the whole thread. Nice save on the floor and very nice looking car, even though it is red...:wink:
I'm interested in knowing contact info for Eric and Kevin. The feeble search I did, didn't come up with their business. Are they still doing paint ? Can PM info, if you'd rather. Thanks

[Rixls6]

Thanks guys for the compliments. Lucked out and found the set of wheels NOS for a deal.
I like them way better than the Torque Thrust II's

[Damien]

Bad ass for sure!

[NorCam]

Looks awesome with the wheels Rick. Great choice on that car!!!