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dan42 · 03-11-2008, 09:04 AM

Does anyone know if there is a plug available for the manual choke hole? I'm not using it and the previous owner lost the knob, so I would like to plug it. Is there a source for a plug like this that would look kind of stock?

**too much stuff** · 03-11-2008, 09:16 AM

There are a few different styles of choke deletes. Once in awhile the show up on e-bay and i have seen a few on the board here.

**El Jay** · 03-11-2008, 10:34 AM

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Originally Posted by dan42

Does anyone know if there is a plug available for the manual choke hole? I'm not using it and the previous owner lost the knob, so I would like to plug it. Is there a source for a plug like this that would look kind of stock?

Since it looks like it's out of the truck, why not replace it with a "non choke" bezel.
I know every body like OEM stuff, but you should be able to find a repop for $75, or less.

Just thought I'd toss my .02 in there.

Good luck on whatever you decide to do.

GmcSS · 03-12-2008, 04:13 AM

Get a another bezel 71-72 thats where the window wash button goes...??

72BlckButy · 03-12-2008, 06:19 AM

Hey dan... check out this link...

cdowns · 03-12-2008, 06:25 AM

measure the hole then go to home depot lowes ace hardware they sell cheap chrome metal plugs you can either leave it chrome or sand and paint, price should be about 30cents

chevelle · 03-12-2008, 06:32 AM

Heres how i plugged mine

67CHIP72 · 03-12-2008, 06:33 AM

What is the diameter of the hole again? I don't recall. I found this push on type plug that looks like other knobs in the truck. I don't think it is a GM product, but I just want to see if it would work.

chevelle · 03-12-2008, 06:34 AM

sorry pics didnt work

badpeanut · 03-15-2008, 07:41 AM

I like your dash protector below the ignition switch! Could you provide details?

Husker · 03-15-2008, 08:32 AM

Badpeanut Brothers has a protector in thier sale catalog on line, stainless I think.
Ron

dan42 · 03-15-2008, 09:52 AM

WTH? I haven't heard of bad peanut brothers. Is that for real?

70cstjr · 03-15-2008, 04:07 PM

i happen to run across a website a couple days ago. this guy has a picture of a bezel off a 68 cst that has a GM plug over the whole said it was put in there at the factory so they could use the same dash bezel for electric and non electric chokes

this is what he said about it
This is the dash with the factory gauges and tach. Notice the GM plate on the right of the dash bezel. This was used to cover the choke hole in trucks with a 327 and a 4 barrel carb because they had an automatic choke.

badpeanut · 03-15-2008, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Husker

Badpeanut Brothers has a protector in thier sale catalog on line, stainless I think.
Ron

I found the Brothers polished stainless steel protector: http://www.brotherstrucks.com/prodin...number=BR10035

I think black would look better, though.

Husker · 03-16-2008, 03:00 AM

You could always paint with some POR, don't think it would scratch off.
Ron

19673ontree · 03-16-2008, 04:16 AM

I can't imagine not having my choke !!
it's the coolest thing on the inside of my truck !!!!!!!!!!

**LockDoc** · 03-16-2008, 04:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67CHIP72

What is the diameter of the hole again? I don't recall. I found this push on type plug that looks like other knobs in the truck. I don't think it is a GM product, but I just want to see if it would work.

I think that plug is a Cig lighter delete plug.

LockDoc

woodchip · 03-16-2008, 06:13 AM

Igot the choke hole cover plate[ GM]for my 68 at www.americanclassic.com # CKH7 cost $34.50 Plus shiping of $10.00 looks great. it was little high but they were the only place I found one.

dan42 · 03-17-2008, 06:39 AM

Cool!! I'm probably gonna buy it !

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dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	choke hole plug in dash? Does anyone know if there is a plug available for the manual choke hole? I'm not using it and the previous owner lost the knob, so I would like to plug it. Is there a source for a plug like this that would look kind of stock? Attached Images __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

03-11-2008, 09:16 AM	#2
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03-12-2008, 04:13 AM	#4
GmcSS Registered User Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Whittier, Ca Posts: 156	Re: choke hole plug in dash? Get a another bezel 71-72 thats where the window wash button goes...??

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03-12-2008, 06:25 AM	#6
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	Re: choke hole plug in dash? measure the hole then go to home depot lowes ace hardware they sell cheap chrome metal plugs you can either leave it chrome or sand and paint, price should be about 30cents __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

03-12-2008, 06:32 AM	#7
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67CHIP72 STOLEN Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Orange County Posts: 1,022	Re: choke hole plug in dash? What is the diameter of the hole again? I don't recall. I found this push on type plug that looks like other knobs in the truck. I don't think it is a GM product, but I just want to see if it would work. Attached Images __________________ In Search Of

03-12-2008, 06:34 AM	#9
chevelle instagram "footbraker67" Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Mustang,Oklahoma Posts: 204	Re: choke hole plug in dash? sorry pics didnt work Attached Images

03-15-2008, 07:41 AM	#10
badpeanut Not a bad nut after all.. Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: ND Posts: 1,756	Re: choke hole plug in dash? I like your dash protector below the ignition switch! Could you provide details? Attached Images __________________ '05 Chevy 2500HD 4x4 '72 GMC LWB 4x2 driver '72 Chevy LWB 4x4 plow truck '71 Blazer 4x4 driver '70 GMC LWB trailer

03-15-2008, 08:32 AM	#11
Husker Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mid NE USA Posts: 2,212	Re: choke hole plug in dash? Badpeanut Brothers has a protector in thier sale catalog on line, stainless I think. Ron __________________ Member #111 68 C-10 Daily Driver 70 4x4 Project 76 Jeep CJ-5 Help Support the Board: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php He who knows nothing is closer to the truth than he whose mind is filled with falsehoods and errors. Thomas Jefferson

03-15-2008, 09:52 AM	#12
dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: choke hole plug in dash? WTH? I haven't heard of bad peanut brothers. Is that for real? __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

03-15-2008, 04:07 PM	#13
70cstjr Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: laura, ohio Posts: 935	Re: choke hole plug in dash? i happen to run across a website a couple days ago. this guy has a picture of a bezel off a 68 cst that has a GM plug over the whole said it was put in there at the factory so they could use the same dash bezel for electric and non electric chokes this is what he said about it This is the dash with the factory gauges and tach. Notice the GM plate on the right of the dash bezel. This was used to cover the choke hole in trucks with a 327 and a 4 barrel carb because they had an automatic choke. __________________ PROJECT CIRCUIT RIDER

03-16-2008, 03:00 AM	#15
Husker Registered User Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Mid NE USA Posts: 2,212	Re: choke hole plug in dash? You could always paint with some POR, don't think it would scratch off. Ron __________________ Member #111 68 C-10 Daily Driver 70 4x4 Project 76 Jeep CJ-5 Help Support the Board: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php He who knows nothing is closer to the truth than he whose mind is filled with falsehoods and errors. Thomas Jefferson

03-16-2008, 04:16 AM	#16
19673ontree CAN'T FIX NOTHIN Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: SOUTHRUST VIRGINIA !!! Posts: 2,112	Re: choke hole plug in dash? I can't imagine not having my choke !! it's the coolest thing on the inside of my truck !!!!!!!!!! __________________ 1967 C10 Shortbed Fleetside Small back glass 6 cyl 3spd on the tree 3.08 gears underdash AC

03-16-2008, 06:13 AM	#18
woodchip Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Lexington N.C. Posts: 160	Re: choke hole plug in dash? Igot the choke hole cover plate[ GM]for my 68 at www.americanclassic.com # CKH7 cost $34.50 Plus shiping of $10.00 looks great. it was little high but they were the only place I found one. __________________ 98 Chevy Z71 1500 extended cab 99 Dodge carvan es 68 Chevy C10 LWB 50TH 396 eng 400 Trans 62 Wheel Horse tractor in good shape



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dan42 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Cali Central Coast Posts: 5,191	Re: choke hole plug in dash? Cool!! I'm probably gonna buy it ! __________________ '67 SWB Fleetside ZZ4/350/Tremec 5-speed/4link/Scott's IFS - and fun as heck! SOLD Click here to support the board Philippians 4: 6-7

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