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12-07-2021, 02:25 PM | #26 | |
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You were on this thread as well.... https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=825672 Don't worry..... my firewall/wiring doesn't look ANYTHING like what is seen in those pictures now! HA!
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12-07-2021, 02:44 PM | #28 |
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While we are on the subject of 1968 firewall holes, is there any evidence of the original location of the firewall-to-engine grounding strap(s) on your truck?
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12-07-2021, 03:02 PM | #29 | |
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I completely redid the grounds when I changed out those wire harnesses. It's obvious they're not stock but I know they'll do the job now.
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12-07-2021, 03:30 PM | #30 |
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Interesting. That is in a similar location as a 67 I saw in a wrecking yard a few months ago that had a small block V8 originally. My 68 came with a small block V8, but it has no hole in the firewall in that area. The only unused hole I could find was in the concave area directly behind the engine, which I believe was where the grounding strap went on inline 6 trucks. The second digit of my VIN is an "E", my VIN plate still has the original rivets, and the VIN stamped in my frame matches the VIN plate.
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That being said, how can you tell the original rivets on the VIN plate and where do you find the VIN stamped on the frame?
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12-08-2021, 11:05 AM | #32 | |
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Partial VIN is stamped on top of the frame rail. One on driver's side, next to the engine, near where the steering shaft traverses and just aft of the rag joint. Another is on top of drivers frame rail, under the cab. At least on 72s. |
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12-09-2021, 07:15 AM | #33 | |
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Any chance you (or anyone else) has a picture of the cloverleaf shaped rivets?
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12-09-2021, 11:20 AM | #34 |
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Rosette rivets
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12-09-2021, 12:26 PM | #35 |
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Thanks! I'll take a look at that on my truck this evening. That and see if I can maybe find the partial VIN that is near the steering column.
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12-10-2021, 08:00 AM | #36 |
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Well, it looks to me that I do have the original Rosette style rivets.
That being said, I scraped and cleaned the area that I believe I was told would have the partial VIN on the frame but I couldn't find a trace of anything engraved in it......
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the stamping on mine starts slightly forward of that notch in the frame
mine is a 67....clearly has a 69 frame.....
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12-10-2021, 09:08 AM | #39 | |
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I see posts where owners are trying to figure out if or why their truck has certain attributes that may, or may not, exist on others from the same era. I think the simple fact is, at that time, GM was interested mainly in manufacturing units as fast as possible, getting them to the dealers, and getting them sold. Also the trucks were built at several different locations across the country from parts that were available and on hand at each location on the day of manufacture. To me, trying to decode or make logical sense, in regards to the history of these old trucks, is an exercise in futility....(but it is interesting fodder for conversation) just my opinion...carry on.... let's see the carpet when you get it in..... My Blazer carpet from Stock Interiors....it fit nicely
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As for the carpet, I will post it when I get it done but it probably won't be until spring. I currently have a new radio ordered but it has a 16 week (!!!) lead time..... I'm all of about 4 or 5 weeks down. Until I get it in, I'm not reinstalling the gauge panel and until the gauge panel is reinstalled, I'm not moving the truck unless its a major emergency (like garage is on fire) because my oil pressure line isn't connected to anything. So once it gets in and I get that all put back, I'll be able to back the truck out of the garage and pull the seat out. Yours is looking good!
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I wonder if they stamped GMC frames in a different spot. My 68 Chevy frame has the VIN stamped in exactly the same spot as A1971Blazer.
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