Re: 69 big block starter heat shield
The shield was polished stainless steel (the more reflective the surface, the better it reflects heat). My 69 SS RS 396 conv. still had it on when I bought it in '79. It is a 10A 68 car.
There is absolutely no question the heat shields and parts similar were "lost" along the way. I worked in a service station in the 70's and know first hand that many parts like these were trash canned.
The GM replacement has been galvanized steel for years. I believe the polished stainless shield is now being reproduced.
Dave
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