I was surprised to see on TV the other day, a
commercial for the new dealership that was formerly "Forest City Chevrolet" here
in Portland, Maine. I was saddened to see this because it's where my Grandfather
purchased the 1969 Chevelle SS 396 that I now own. They were in
business since t
I have the pro vision
fiber optic scope and I love it. It's very handy. It depends on what you're
going to use it for as far as what size to go with. I have the 1/2 inch (there
was no 1/4 inch model available when I purchased mine). I would have bought the
1/4 inch if it were available w
Dale,
My ' 69 SS 396 is a Malibu Based Super Sport. It
did not have the RPO D96 side stripe option and it does not have any pin stripes
at all.
Scott Jackson
Joe,
My 1969 Chevelle SS 396 had no Rally Stripes,
or pin striping of any kind. It was produced very late in 1969 (3rd week in
August 1969), my understanding is that the 1970 production began the following
week or shortly there after. In fact the Protect-O-Plate transmission code
w
Wow! What a great story! Any idea how much he paid for the
collection?
I had an Epson photo 820 that printed great pictures when it would print.
Unfortunately if it sat idle for more than a week the jets or something would
plug and the photo would come out with lines through them, etc. Using the head
cleaning utility on the printer used up ink and I found myself
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1969 Chevelle SS 396
1988 Harley Davidson Low Rider Custom
Clint,
Sorry to hear about your misfortune. I
thought I had done well by making it 27 years without breaking a bone. I
was just bragging about that fact 15 minutes before the Blazer crossed the
centerline and sideswiped up head-on while riding my Harley back in
1996. I broke my hand in s
I'm 36. I was born the same year as my ' 69 SS
396. I was 8 months old when my Grandfather bought the car brand new. I acquired
the car when I was 34 (after waiting patiently for 20 years).
Scott
Jackson
I'm a Motorcycle Mechanic.
Steve,
Good story. Congratulations on the birth of your
son!
Scott Jackson
I was just watching the Barrett Jackson Auction on TV and was astounded
that a 1970 Chevelle SS Convertible LS6 sold for a whopping $300,000.00.
Wow!
Steve,
I can go out and snap some
pictures of my ' 69 firewall for you. It's still in it's original condition,
nothing has been "smoothed". I don't know if it makes any difference to you or
not but my ' 69 has the 3-speed Muncie (MC1). I will e-mail them to you off
list. Hope they're wha
Dave,
Could you send me the zip
file? I would like to see the video. Thanks in advance.
Scott Jackson
'69 SS 396
Hey Guys,
I've been trying to get
rid of the mice that decided to make my Chevelle their home. I placed traps in
the car in several locations. The first one I caught looked suspiciously like a
female that was either pregnant or had just given birth. The second and third
mice I caught
Happy belated birthday John! Seems like an appropriate gift to
yourself! I'm glad to see you didn't end up selling the El Camino afterall.
Congrats on your Maiden Voyage. Hope you enjoy it.
Scott Jackson
' 69 Chevelle SS 396
Hey Guys,
The other day when I
posted the question about identifying F-41 suspension, I wasn't really aware
that there was another Performance Suspension available in 1969 (F-40). At the
risk of sounding redundant, can anyone tell me how to identify an F-40
suspension? Thanks.
Scott Ja
Larry,
Thanks for the reply. What
book has this information? I'd like to get a copy.
Scott Jackson
' 69 Chevelle/Malibu SS
396
Dale,
Thanks a bunch for the
info. Looking at the various Build Sheet examples on your website, I noticed
that many of the Sheets listed the RPO "F62" and "G32" without a description
next to them. One of the Kansas examples you have even has these 2 circled with
a question mark next to t
Trooper,
Thanks for the reply.
Looking at the lower control arms, they don't appear to be "boxed". I'm not
suprised that my ' 69 doesn't have the F-41 Suspension. It's a bare bones car
with hardly any options at all. (not even power steering). It has a bench seat
too. It's lack of option
Hey Guys,
I never found a build
sheet for my 69 Chevelle SS. I'm wondering whether or not my car has the F-41
Suspension package. Can you guys tell me what to look for? I don't know if it
makes a difference or not but I can still read the yellow tags attached to the
rear coil springs whi
Dave,
To the best of my
knowledge those aren't actual jet engines but something known as a "Ducted Fan
Unit". They work (and sound) very much like an actual jet engine. At any rate,
that is the coolest model I've seen in a long
time.
Thats incredible! I bet that was an expensive toy!
I used to build model airplanes beginning with free flight, then control line,
and ultimately radio control. Unfortunately, my constructing skills far exceeded
my piloting skills and I managed to crash and destroy every model I put together
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I wonder what the reserve is? I see it hasn't been
met.
Hey Guys,
What type of grease should
I run in my front wheel bearings? They cleaned up very nicely and I have new
seals all ready to install. What are you guys using?
Scott Jackson
' 69 Chevelle/Malibu SS
396
Hey Guys,
I've blasted
some various brake parts and have primed some things but need to know what
the correct colors are before I paint them. The parts that I'm ready to paint
are the Front Brake Caliper mounting brackets, Front (Disc) Brake Backing
Plates. Are they Gloss Black? Flat Bla
Sarge,
Removing the bottom seat
will give you all the access you need to install seatbelts.
Scott
Jackson' 69 Chevelle/Malibu SS
Thanks for the laugh John! Too funny.
Earlier today I sent a post to the list about the "Federal Bill 602P". As it turns out it was a hoax. Thanks Larry for clarifying that for me. In hindsight I feel pretty foolish and naive for falling for it. I've only received good information from the people on this list and thought I finally ha
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Those are pretty neat Herb.
You guys aren't old, you're just experienced. I am the same age as my '69 Chevelle (just turned 35) and don't remember the Tiger Tails or much of any of the other stuff you guys mentioned. I do enjoy leanring about it though. If it weren't for you guys with a few extra years under their belt
Yes James, welcome.
Don't forget your Eye protection Andre!
Sarge,
Seasonal Permit? They don't grandfather the Emissions Regulations for antique vehicles in Alaska? What sort of restrictions are imposed on you? As I've never heard of that before, I was kind of curious.
Scott Jackson
' 69 Chevelle Malibu SS 396
T.C. # 2172
Clint did you try disabling your Anti Virus software? (if applicable) Also, if you have a personal Firewall, try shutting it down temporarily as well. Finally, if you have a popup blocker, it could be the culprit too. I've run into simmilar problems in the past and have solved them by turning off
That's happened to me before too Tom. I've received e-mail from myself that I didn't send! My understanding of this is that people have Screenname "Cloning" programs. I guess people are Cloning more that SS's these days.
Scott Jackson' 69 Chevelle/Malibu SS
That's really cool Herb. Congratualtions.
Scott Jackson
It's not hard to see why, as gorgeous as Herb's car is and all. I really like those wheels. Nice going Herb.
Scott Jackson' 69 Chevelle/Malibu SS 396
John,
Have you considered taking him to small claims court? I'm not sure exactly how much money you lost or what the specific laws are in your state, but I think it would be worth the effort to find out. I know you're a busy man and don't have the time for this but it could be one way to reco
Well spoken as usual Dale. And a Merry Christmas to you too.
Scott Jackson1969 CHEVELLE SS 396T/C # 2172
Where can you get a Factory Assembly Manual for a 1969 Chevelle SS 396?
John,
I had a similar situation with my wife's [EMAIL PROTECTED] Tempo. We donated it to the Kidney foundation. They come take it away for you and then they fix them up and give them to the needy. They also give you a recipt and you can write it off on your taxes. It's a good deal for every
Larry,
Was that problem exclusive to Muncie 4 speeds or was it a problem with the Muncie 3 speed as well? I have the Muncie MC1 (Heavy Duty) 3 speed standard in my '69 SS. The only thing that isn't stock in the car is the shifter. It has a Hurst Indy shifter in it. Just curious. As always, th
Glad to hear that you're Mom is going to be OK John. Best wishes to you and your family.
Scott Jackson
At the risk of sounding stupid, who is ICP?
Ill take it John, I'll e-mail you my adress offline
Scott Jackson1969 CHEVELLE SS 396T/C # 2172
John,
Go to http://www.chevelles.com/aces/index.shtml
Scott Jackson1969 CHEVELLE SS 396T/C # 2172
Hey Rich,
Could you send me those pictures? Thats one of many things on my "to do" list. I appreciate it> Thanks.
Scott Jackson1969 CHEVELLE SS 396T/C # 2172
Diane,
Just so you know, it's been cold back here. I'm in Portland, Maine and it was spitting snow this morning. No accumulation-yet. Have a safe trip.
Scott Jackson1969 CHEVELLE SS 396T/C # 2172
Tony,
I measured my ' 69 SS 396 at 54 inches but keep in mind I haven't began the restoration yet and the car sat for 20 years. I would guess that the suspension may have sagged a bit so you may want to stick with your estimate of 55 inches to be on the safe side.
Scott Jackson1969 CHEVEL
Dale,
Was there anything in the VIN, Protect O Plate, Build Sheet, Trim Broadcast Sheet, or Cowl Tag, designating any of the "correct" 1969 stripes. I had been thinking of having stripes added when I get my ' 69 painted, but I want to keep everything correct as far as the numbers go. I don't
Hang in there Dale, you'll have it back soon enough. I have a vast amount of fuel injection knowledge when it comes to Harley Davidson Motorcycles. I'm a (former for the moment) Certified Harley Tech. and have gone to a couple of fuel injection schools in Milwuakee, Wisconsin. There are some diffe
Dale,
Did you ever sort out the Engine or Fuel Injection troubles you were having with the GR8PMKN? Man is that an awesome car! I love the Flamework. Just curious.
Scott Jackson1969 CHEVELLE SS 396T/C # 2172
Thanks Clint and Bob. I think my biggest problem is with the paint job itself. PUP (thats what we called him) got broadsided in it and had a paint job done by some total hack. I don't know how close they got to the factory Butternut Yellow and aside from that the quality is terrible. I am n
Bayre,
http://www.mortec.com/castnum.html
Krister,
Thanks for the input. The car is priceless to me and I think it is pretty cool that it has always been in my family. I see you have a ' 66, thats what my grandfather traded in for the 1969 I know have. He certainly had good taste in cars and it still makes me smile when I think of hi
Diane,
I'm having the same dilemma. I have a family heirloom, numbers matching, low mileage, 1969 SS 396 that is BUTTERNUT YELLOW. I'm not too fond of the color obviously. In the interest of originality (and out of respect for my Grandfather) I intend to keep the color stock. Being new to th
Sheesh, if we had feelings, that may have hurt. I guess there is no sense of humor wherever it is that you come from.
John,
I can go out in the morning and take a picture of mine for you. I'll mail it to you off list in the morning if you want it.
Scott Jackson1969 SS 396T/C # 2172
Thanks Larry. I guess it must have been junk. I looked through the stack of repair orders and see that my grandfather had it in the dealership about 5 times for shifting problems. Maybe I should just leave it be. I appreciate the input.
Scott Jackson1969 SS 396T/C # 2172
Hey guys. I have a question about the shifter on my ' 69 SS 396. The car is completely original except for the shifter. I guess my grandfather didn't like the stock one so he had a Hurst Indy shifter installed. Though it's an SS, it has a bench front seat. Also, the car has a 3 speed Muncie (stan
I'm fortunate enough that I also have a generator setup at home. Mine is on an automatic transfer switch so that when the power goes out, it fires automatically and powers the house. As soon as the power comes back in off the street, it shuts itself down and switches back over to line power. It ru
Looks like Isabel is going to miss us here in Portland, Maine (hopefully). Sometimes we get lucky and these things miss us and it looks like we're going to be OK.
Scott Jackson1969 SS 396T/C # 2172
I think I have dyslexia now.
Clint,
Is that six speed overdrive in top gear only, or is it overdrive in fith and sixth? I have a Muncie H/D 3 speed (Standard) in my '69 SS 396. Dan Carr tells me that that's a pretty rare arrangement. I intend to keep it stock anyway as it is a recently aquired family heirloom but I was curi
Thanks Bob, I had a feeling it was my AOL screwing up.
Hey guys,
Is there no traffic right now or is my new version of AOL not giving me my mail? It is the weekend afterall but I've only gotten 1 Chevelle list e-mail in the last 24 hours. Doesn't seem right to me so I thought I would check. Thanks.
Scott Jackson
' 69 SS 396
Craig,
I would like to see the photo. Thanks.
Scott Jackson
' 69 SS 396
He's not worth your trouble John, I know it sucks getting burned by someone you trusted but it will come around to bite him eventually.
I finally saw the '69 you were talking about Sarge, Very nice car.
Scott
'69 SS 396
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Seems a bit pricey Matt.
Scott 69 SS 396
Hey Guys,
Does anyone have an opinion on restoration books? I want to buy one and I'm looking for recommendations. Any input would be appreciated. Thanks.
Scott
Hey Guys (and Diane),
Is the "sound deadener" the thick padding attached to the bottom of the carpet or is it the cardboard like material that is glued to the floor itself?
Scott
'
Hey John,
I guess I worded that poorly, "thick, tar like pads" is a more accurate description. I didn't really know how to describe them other than they looked kinda like cardboard. Thanks.
Scott
Diane Team Chevelle(Chevelles.com) has a very detailed breakdown on rear end decoding and even shows the location of the numbers. You should find what you need there.
Scott 69 SS396
A 4L60 (4L60E) is basically an electronicly controlled version of the 700R4.
Mark, are the first 5 digits of your VIN# 13637?
Hey Sarge,
Being that SS equipment was an option in 1969, I'm now back to square 1 (Gotta find the damn build sheet!) Nevertheless, I appreciate your efforts and taking the time to look that up for me. It's not so much that I doubt the car is an SS, it's that I have no way to prove it. John
John,
Thanks for getting back to me so quick. It's frustrating getting all the conflicting info on VIN# breakdowns, etc. Another source told me that you could not determine whether or not it was an SS or not from the VIN# in 1969 (He said that was 1969 only). He said the only way to prove it
Hey John,
I may have to buy a set of seat upholstery from you. The pisser is, my upholstery is in practically mint condition. I just aquired my '69 Chevelle SS 396 after 20 years of waiting (it was my grandfathers car, he died in 1983). My dad inherited it and did absolutely nothing with it
I did visit Team Chevelle, I even registered!
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