Re: 68 camaro Inspection Paint Color and Locations
 

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 70 copo</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks... the in plant Quality Metrics really show the actual period correct post assembly condition of these cars...304 discrepancies out of 400 cars examined with visible dirt in the paint.

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I believe it. In reality, a true accurate restoration would not have laser straight panels, perfect gaps, and flawless paint. These cars were not nearly as nice as anything sitting in a GM showroom today.

Maybe through total lack of skill, I end up doing a more accurate job than the professionals? LOL [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif[/img]

Re: 68 camaro Inspection Paint Color and Locations
 

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: novadude</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 70 copo</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks... the in plant Quality Metrics really show the actual period correct post assembly condition of these cars...304 discrepancies out of 400 cars examined with visible dirt in the paint.

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I believe it. In reality, a true accurate restoration would not have laser straight panels, perfect gaps, and flawless paint. These cars were not nearly as nice as anything sitting in a GM showroom today.

Maybe through total lack of skill, I end up doing a more accurate job than the professionals? LOL [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif[/img] </div></div>

Lack of skill...... and a dozen beers is the correct formula.... [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif[/img]

Re: 68 camaro Inspection Paint Color and Locations
 

Phil,

Just received the book (Echoes of Norwood)....excellent history and very informative. [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img]

Re: 68 camaro Inspection Paint Color and Locations
 

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: novadude</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 70 copo</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks... the in plant Quality Metrics really show the actual period correct post assembly condition of these cars...304 discrepancies out of 400 cars examined with visible dirt in the paint.

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I believe it. In reality, a true accurate restoration would not have laser straight panels, perfect gaps, and flawless paint. These cars were not nearly as nice as anything sitting in a GM showroom today.

Maybe through total lack of skill, I end up doing a more accurate job than the professionals? LOL [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif[/img]</div></div>
Yes, you are absolutly correct that these cars were not perfect coming out of the factory. Cars were flying out of the factories as fast as they could push them. If the doors opened and closed, it was good. Gaps were not even on the radar. If there was a flaw in the roof or B pillar, through a vinal top on it. as for overspray and especially on painted stripes, it was what we today would consider horrible. BUT it is correct on a concourse restoration. I owned a restoration shop for a few years and most people want thier cars &quot;Over Restored&quot; and that is great. Everyone wants to drive a great looking car. I know I'm preacing to the choir here, but offten people think a factory correct restoration is just not good enough and that is just kind of funny to me.

Re: 68 camaro Inspection Paint Color and Locations
 

When I restored by Gold 69 Z28 i soaked the chasis parts in evap o rust and it revealed all the factory paint daubs. I had this paint http://www.gastanks.com/1967-Corvett...uctinfo/01-06/ left over from my 67 vette restoration, and used some of the same colors. They appeared to be spot on with the red, white, purple and blues that I found on my 69 Gold Z28.

Lawrence