She's Home (Ribbon COPO)

[CopoFan]

Its official, I'm now a Supercar owner, even though I have no proof beyond the assumptions that a KQ rear, build date and trim holes point to a COPO. Hearing the owner from 70-78 say that this was a 427 car helps too.

Bottom line, even if this isn't a COPO, its a very solid 69 big block chevelle with under 40,000 miles, one that I helped by best friend rebuild the 396 motor for, one that he already drove down the strip in the high 12's.

And... I've always wanted a 69 Chevelle since college. I had an SS396 for a few years post college, but it needed a lot of work, and an upcoming baby made me sell it for a roof on the house back in 2002.

Now I have a solid one, one that drives like crazy, one that draws a ton of attention (good and bad!), one that my wife loves to drive.

Just wanted to share my joy, and my one pic so far of me driving her, with my 5 year old girl (the baby who forced my SS sale) in the backseat, who I think loves it more than I do!

And, by the way, http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/youguysrock.gif

Bob

[wheelhop]

Congrats on your acquisition!! Good choice, 69 Chevelle is my personal favorite.

[Salvatore]

Nice car! Looks like an old Super Stocker with that ladder bar set up! Have fun with the car and the family! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[Rixls6]

That's great! Love the Cragars and ladder bars. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Dog427435]

Very Cool! Old style Cragars & ladder bars - with the stance!

Enjoy!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Charley Lillard]

Congrats. I like it the way it is.

[lwkitt427]

COOL KEEP IT JUST THE WAY IT IS.

[Mr. Chevy]

Bob, very cool... You don't have to prove anything to anyone!! Sounds like the car is the "real deal" to me.. Even if you don't have paperwork you have cool history to go with the car.. maybe I'll see ya around the Cleveland area cruises with her!! Looks great!!

Rich http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[ORIGLS6]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

Hope someday all the stars align and you're able to have proof-in-hand of the COPO history. 'Til then, enjoy it AS IS!

[Xplantdad]

Very neat Chevelle! Cool that you got it! Nice pic with the family in the car... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[PeteLeathersac]

Whttp://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gifW...Chttp://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gifhttp://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gifL!!!

Like the others say, enjoy it as is and keep your eyes and ears open for more Copo clues!.

A long shot no doubt but it may be worth running the Vin by Geo. Z at GM Canada...they don't ding you the dough if it's a no-go do they?.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

~ Pete
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[ANDY M]

Speaking from personal experience, don't change a thing. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif
Very cool period paint, love the look. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

[Mr70]

Nice to see you made it happen.

[x Baldwin Motion]

Excellent, congrats!! lets see some pics of the cool paint !! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[LS7]

That's a great car and I agree it looks good just the way it is.

[six-corners]

I also vote for keeping it the way it is....that is one great looking car.

[m22mike]

Bob
Hope to see you and the Velle at Solon some Tuesday night.
Congrats on a good find.
Mike http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[427TJ]

Yep, leave it as-is. Very cool. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[70-SS/RS-L78]

Kool Car, I also agree that you should keep it the way it is.
How about a picture of the hood...

[Postsedan]

Bob,

Congrats!!!! Your car needs to be at my annual 1969 Chevelle Party. I just emailed you an invite...check your email.

Dan.

[x Baldwin Motion]

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/346887-IMG_4828.JPG



http://www.yenko.net/attachments/39891-Copo.jpg

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/39901-Copo2.jpg

I just had to get all these photo's together. I am really digging this ride. Do you know when/where/who did the original striping? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[69 Post Sedan]

[ QUOTE ]
COOL KEEP IT JUST THE WAY IT IS.

[/ QUOTE ]

I agree 100%. Leave it alone. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[chevelleheart]

Leave it alone , Love it the way it is ! Congrats ,........PS did you want you sell it ??? LOL

[bkhpah]

Maybe I missed it, but what was the original color combination?...BKH http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[TXSS]

I'd love to see a better shot of the hood and trunk lid.

Very Cool

[GenOne]

Looks great - Grats!!

[CopoFan]

I will be there tonight at Solon, assuming the weather holds out. Besides a couple of appearances at Thompson Drag Raceway, nobody has seen this car since my friend owned it... which was 11 years.

[CopoFan]

Not for sale... like I told my friend, who had a very hard time parting with her... the next owner will be him, my brother, or my daughters.

[CopoFan]

Original color was Garnet Red (52), a color I haven't seen on many COPO's.

[CopoFan]

I'll get better pics tomorrow night assuming the weather holds out and I get her out to a local cruise. In the meantime, here are two I just took in the garage.

[CopoFan]

And here's a pic of the trunk.

For the one who asked about who did this paint job... it was originally done by the second owner, who bought this back in 1970 from an insurance company, a recovered stolen car, minus motor, trans and wheels. The most impressive thing about the ribbons is the fact that he painted them into the seams of the fenders and quarters.

He sold it in the late 70's to the third owner. At some point he had it stored too close to a heater, and ended up ruining the paint. He took it in to a local body shop known for awesome work to have them duplicate the exact ribbon paint scheme. They left the original ribbons in the seams and painted them back on the car as close as they could. You can tell the shades of some of the ribbons are a bit different than the original painter's work.

Although this is far from my favorite color, and the interesting ribbon scheme wouldn't be my first (or second) choice, I just can't touch it. Ever since I've known this car (since 1995), this is how its looked. Its a personality that I'd hate to change.

And by the way, to all of you who posted your appreciation and congrats... thank you all! Not even a week ago, I had NO intentions of buying this. I also had a bit of buyers remorse once I handed over the sum of cash... I've been trying to get out of debt lately, and this deal certainly doesn't help. But after seeing three pages of posts, I get the feeling that I made the correct choice in buying this.

[bkhpah]

Nothing wrong with Garnet red with a black top..BKH

[m22mike]

[ QUOTE ]
Nothing wrong with Garnet red with a black top..BKH

[/ QUOTE ]

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Brian, you thinking what I'm thinking ?

Mike http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[jtower1969]

That is perfect the way it is. Just drive it.

[lwkitt427]

YOU WILL GET OVERE THE BUYERS REMORSE WHEN YOU TAKE TO THE CAR SHOW AND EVERY ONE WANTS TO BUY IT FROM YOU. LOOKS GREAT HAVE SOME FUN WITH IT.

[bkhpah]

Sure am...BKH http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[JoeC]

I would rip that whole car apart looking for a build sheet.

That would be your winning lottery ticket
good luck

[Mr70]

Try looking behind the backseat first,top & bottom and look inside both very closely,then check behind the door panels,then the front seats too if you do decide to look for one.
It is stunning just the way it is. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[1969l78]

[ QUOTE ]
I would rip that whole car apart looking for a build sheet.

That would be your winning lottery ticket
good luck

[/ QUOTE ]


That is for sure http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Stefano]

Cool car! Not very many Copo Chevelles found. Can you post a pic of the rear end cast date and tube stamp when you get a chance?

Thanks. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[CC Rider]

Great find. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

Just looking at those pics, I feel like I've seen it before somewhere. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

I'll have to rummage through my Super Chevy Show pics from years ago. That paint scheme looks familiar.

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
Great find. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

Just looking at those pics, I feel like I've seen it before somewhere. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

I'll have to rummage through my Super Chevy Show pics from years ago. That paint scheme looks familiar.

[/ QUOTE ]

I agree...I have seen it somewhere before too, I think? Or maybe just deja vu...

Cool car either way! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[camarojoe]

OK, I'll go out on a limb and disagree with just about everyone. Personally, I think that car would look a gazillion times better painted garnet red/black top than it would with the pink/purple/ribbon job on it now. Garnet Red is a bad ass color, and looks super on a Chevelle. Note that I'm not knocking the car, Its very cool as-is no doubt, but the current paint job ain't anything I'm getting warm and fuzzy over, or one I'd feel bad about stripping off for a fresh coat of garnet. JMO. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[wheelhop]

I got to agree with Joe........
I like the way it is, but, if it's proven to be a copo....
Garnet red would be awesome, especially since there's not many of them out there.

[1969l78]

I also agree, not my cup of tea but just my .02 Nice find and do whatever makes you happy. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[firstgenaddict]

It's bad ASS either way... that being said... I had a 69 SS 396 Garnet Red with Black Roof and guts and it does Looks killer together.

[MosportGreen66]

don't change a thing... that car is a rolling history lesson as is. you paint the thing, you'll never drive it and then it turns into another garage queen, like 98% of the restored muscle cars out there. not that any of us here should tell you your business, but drive it and enjoy it, heck, take your daughters out in it!

[x Baldwin Motion]

[ QUOTE ]
don't change a thing... that car is a rolling history lesson as is. you paint the thing, you'll never drive it and then it turns into another garage queen, like 98% of the restored muscle cars out there. not that any of us here should tell you your business, but drive it and enjoy it, heck, take your daughters out in it!

[/ QUOTE ]

a voice of truth and reason!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[CopoFan]

At this stage, I tend to agree with leaving the paint and car alone, even though I'm personally 99.9% sure its a COPO.

If I happen to find a build sheet bringing my certainty level to 100%, I may change my mind. But then I'd have a lot more to worry about than just paint. Do I try and find an MQ block, or just go with a CE? I admit the chances of finding the numbers match block for this car is 0.01%. Do I get rid of things like the Cragers, ladder bars, modern ignition, etc.?

I don't know... if I recall, there were 323 COPO Chevelles, with 99 that went straight to Yenko, making mine one of only 224 cars.

Has anyone ever had luck looking back at old newspaper ads from dealers back in 1969? I know some lots would make the stock # the same as the car's VIN #. I tried this approach once while my buddy owned this, but it seems like trying to find a needle in a haystack.

And although I've said it before, I'll say it again... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/youguysrock.gif

Bob

[Woj]

Enjoy the car. If you find docs along the way, start worrying and spending then. I agree that the odds of finding an original block are slim; but, you never know.

Good luck, hope to see you at a Northern Ohio cruise in one of these days.

Phil Woj.

[Alss]

Cool find Bob..got to bring it to the ACES show near Clevland in Aug....almost in your back yard..Ill be there with mine! yourr really WOW everyone there! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

http://northernohiochevelleclub.com/j1/i...4&Itemid=52 (http://northernohiochevelleclub.com/j1/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=34&Itemi d=52)


ALbert

[Woj]

I'll 2n'd that. You'll see some amazing Chevelles at the show. We'll look forward to seeing your car.

Phil Woj. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

[Jeff H]

Very cool car! It costs nothing to leave it the way it is and it's a personal touch by a previous owner. If you do happend to stumble on some paperwork or any part of the original drivetrain, then it might be the time to think about putting it back to original.

[1969grb]

Bob, Congrats on a great find. Looking forward to seeing it. I will agree with Phil and Al bring it to the ACES Show in August. Grady

[Keith Tedford]

I still have the magazine with the writeup about Grady's COPO Chevelle black and white pictures and all. It was the first writeup on COPO Chevelles that I had seen since 1969. Even the NCOA didn't seem to know anything about these cars in those days. Both of our '69 cars were Baltimore and I didn't find build sheets in either. Fortunately, I have the GM of Canada documentation and the original bill of sale for the first car. Some people have found Baltimore build sheets so it does pay to check things out. It would be great if you did find that magical paper. It is gold in this day and age. Our Son's '69 Chevelle was red with the black vinyl top. A very sharp combination that everyone seems to love. Best of luck.

[SS427]

Quit talking about it Bob and tear that interior out and find that build sheet! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[m22mike]

Bob
Great car, can't wait to see her. I will be @ the ACES show with Grady and Phil. Try and come at least for the day on Saturday http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif
Take a look at last years show.
If you happen to be going to Solon some Tuesday, give us a heads up.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/showflat...true#Post280448 (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=0&Board=lounge&Number=280448&Sear chpage=1&Main=280448&Words=+m22mike&topic=&Search= true#Post280448)

Mike http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[lwkitt427]

EVEAN IF YOU FIND THE BUILD SHEET I WOULD LEAVE THE PAINT ALONE IT IS PART OF THE HISTORY OF THE CAR. I LOVE THE WAY IT IT LOOKS GOOD

[CopoFan]

Wow... that does look like an awesome show, and yes, right in my backyard. The only problem is its the same weekend as the Woodward Dream Cruise, which I was considering going to. I was also half-considering towing Ribbon COPO out for Woodward, but if I have a chance to see a couple of COPOs in Westlake, I may change my plans.

[Woj]

Personally, I'd skip the Dream Cruise and go to the Chevelle show. Woodward is a good time, but it can be a pain if you don't have a good parking spot. If you get into the traffic, it can take hours to move only a couple of miles.

Obviously you have a passion for Chevelles and the Northern Ohio Chevelle guys put on a great show.

Phil Woj

[69L72RS]

Bob,
Here is a "MQ" engine for you. Its not mine. Just found the link for you.

http://www.chevelles.com/classifieds/showproduct.php?product=22192&cat=26

Cool car.

Eric

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Paint it red.

[CopoFan]

Hmmmm, nice find... now if I could only find the build sheet to justify spending this kind of $$$ on a motor after just spending a sum of $$$ for the car itself, with a fresh 396 that I helped build.

My original plan was to enjoy this until winter, then pull the interior apart to try and find the sheet. I'm starting to reconsider.

The funny thing is... back in 1989, when I started college, after I sold my 69 Impala, my dream car was a 69 Chevelle with a blown 427, and this was before I knew anything about COPOs or Yenkos. Now I'm only 25 cubic inches (and $8200) away from that dream. I think I can skip the blower for now.

First things first... I have to sell my 70 LeMans. I still can't believe that exactly one week ago, I had no idea I'd have this Chevelle in my garage. I had plans to clean up my LeMans and have some fun with it over my week off. Now its for sale at my brother's house, and I'm thinking of ripping an interior apart on a Chevelle.

And thanks to all of you, any bit of buyers remorse I had is gone for good.

Bob

[Chevy454]

My advice: don't worry about the MQ or the CE block...neither is original, so what's it matter...save your money on the stamped block and spend it on a good rotating assembly/valvetrain, or to put it back garnet & black!

Sweet find, though... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

I would stop typing and gut the interior! If you can find a build sheet.... BTW, the build sheet will actually say 'COPO 95xx' on it!!!

[NovaMob03]

The MQ engine on TC was sold recently. Perhaps to a member here http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[billj]

Even if it proves to be "officially" a COPO,I'd still leave it alone.In it's present condition,it takes me straight back to high school in the Seventies.It will still be just as much a COPO with it restored or un-restored.I absoulutely love this car.It's a traffic stopper either way!!!!.My two cents!!!......BILLJ

[Born30YrsLate]

Keep it as is!...you can always restore the car to original specs, but you can only have it as an original "Day 2" car once...right?...isn't that how it goes http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[CopoFan]

I agree that this will remain a day 2 car. I personally never had the urge to find the original exhaust manifolds, AIR pump, carb, ignition, etc. to make a car "original".

As for the paint, I do think that if I do find a build sheet, I'll go back to Garnet Red. And maybe an MQ block. But I think that'll be all.

Changing subjects... how many of you plan on attending the ACES event on 8/17? I'm thinking it may be more fun than Woodward, at least this year. Not to mention my daughters and wife will have fun at the pool for the day.

And again, I can't say this enough... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/youguysrock.gif

[Woj]

I'm going and I believe Mike (M22Mike) and Grady (1969GRB) are also going. I'm planning on bringing three 1969 Chevelles, if I can finish the current project in time.

Phil Woj

[m22mike]

[ QUOTE ]
I'm going and I believe Mike (M22Mike) and Grady (1969GRB) are also going. I'm planning on bringing three 1969 Chevelles, if I can finish the current project in time.
Phil Woj

[/ QUOTE ]

Git er done Phil, I need something to drive too. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

Mike http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Alss]

Bill Rose and myself will be there..our friend Stan with his 72 SS 454 convert, Ken with his tripower 67 SS rag top and a host of others..and sweet tea in the lot after dark http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif.its the place to be!..hope you can make it.

ALbert

[CopoFan]

Are you bringing your COPO, Albert? I see you had it there last year, I'd love to see it in person.

[69Tom]

[ QUOTE ]
The MQ engine on TC was sold recently. Perhaps to a member here http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[/ QUOTE ]
I actually bought the engine. It's in great shape.

OK, back to the original programming (don't want to hijack the thread)....

[NovaMob03]

Tom, I knew that http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif When you opened it up it was perfect, wasn't it? I wish it had been an MO, but I'm not that lucky http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif

[69Tom]

[ QUOTE ]
Tom, I knew that http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif When you opened it up it was perfect, wasn't it? I wish it had been an MO, but I'm not that lucky http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/rolleyes.gif

[/ QUOTE ]
Sure was. I'm pretty happy with it. Now if I could only restore the car quicker so I can get to driving....

[Woj]

[ QUOTE ]
[ QUOTE ]
I'm going and I believe Mike (M22Mike) and Grady (1969GRB) are also going. I'm planning on bringing three 1969 Chevelles, if I can finish the current project in time.
Phil Woj

[/ QUOTE ]

Git er done Phil, I need something to drive too. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

Mike http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

Mike,

You'll either have a 69 Malibu (with ice cold ac, you might want that) or a 69 SS 4 speed convertible.

Looking forward to the show.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

Phil Woj.

[Alss]

[ QUOTE ]
Are you bringing your COPO, Albert? I see you had it there last year, I'd love to see it in person.

[/ QUOTE ]

it will be there http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[JoeC]

[ QUOTE ]
I would stop typing and gut the interior! If you can find a build sheet.... BTW, the build sheet will actually say 'COPO 95xx' on it!!!

[/ QUOTE ]

I have not seen “COPO” on the 427 Chevelle build sheets.
There are COPO numbers and special engine and rear end codes on the buildsheet.

It would have made things a lot easier back in the 1980s when we were trying to prove that there were 427 factory built Chevelles if it said COPO on the build sheet.

We were just finding odd looking numbers like 9562 9566 that we could not find listed in any books at that time.

[Mr. Chevy]

Now that the post has been HIJACKED here........

Phil, you forgot about me... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/frown.gif I have a 67 rag top I can drive there!!! I plan on going right after work!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/scholar.gif

Rich http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Woj]

Rich,

I was hoping you'd be able to bring the 67. I wasn't sure how long the lend-lease progam was going to last. That car is great and everyone will certainly enjoy it.

Looking forward to the show.

Phil Woj.

[Mr70]

Any success in locating the buildsheet?

[CopoFan]

As curious as I am, I think I'm gonna wait to tear the interior apart until winter. I want to enjoy it a bit "as is" first... I get a funny feeling that if I go from 99.9% sure to 100%... I'll have 100 things going thru my head about what to do with it, and doing burnouts in front of my house may no longer be one of them!

I know my brother had the front seat recovered when he owned it, and my friend had the backseat and drivers door panel out, and I think he pulled some carpet back while he owned it, and neither found a thing. I'm not expecting much from my search, but I will try.

Not to mention the guy who owned it in the 70's (who says he still has a shoebox full of stuff) had it apart to paint, so I suspect if there was one, he found it. I have to stop by and try again to score this box from him.

I plan on hitting the ACES show in Westlake, so maybe a few of you can take a closer look at it yourself and see what you think. And tomorrow's the last T-ball game, so starting next Tuesday I should be at Solon weather permitting.

There's a show on Rt. 8 in Northfield on Wednesdays (Mr. Chicken), and last week my brother found three different people there who remembers this car from the 70's and 80's before we owned it, so it'll be cool to have them check it out too. Its a paint job that is hard to forget.

For whatever reason, even though my friend owned it for 11 years, and we built the motor together for it, the only appearances he made with it were to Thompson a couple of Sundays. Never went to any car shows in it. Its a shame that it was hidden for so long. I plan on changing that.

One other question, did any COPOs come with power steering? That is the only thing I miss from my LeMans, although it is nice having power disks now (my Pontiac had manual drums).

[Stefano]

Yes, power steering was an option which could be ordered on 1969 COPO 9562 Chevelles. You would need to use a deep grove pulley which was the same part for L78s, as well as L72s.

[CopoFan]

Its been a while, but I've finally had time to get her up in the air to snap a pic of the tube stamp.

Not sure how clear the pic is, but it appears to be KQ 0518B... which I assume means May 18th? Was it stamped on the assembly line, or when the axle was made?

The build date on my trim tag is 05D, which I think is the 4th week of May? So they appear to jive with each other if my assumptions are right.

[Mr. Chevy]

[ QUOTE ]
Rich,

I was hoping you'd be able to bring the 67. I wasn't sure how long the lend-lease progam was going to last. That car is great and everyone will certainly enjoy it.

Looking forward to the show.

Phil Woj.

[/ QUOTE ]

Phil, looks like Frank may take the 67 to the show.. He was talking about maybe getting a room also.. I told him I would take it if he didn't...

Rich