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The radiator tag is VI, see pic.
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Great car, Paul. But if it goes to Vettefest, you'll need to kick something out of the trailer and that would be my '67. This car was in Woodland, CA for quite some time, suprised Charley let it slip out of town.
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Good Rag Tag picture! Paul has the exhaust been replaced? I am curious if it has the LONG style or more common Short style exiting behind wheels? and what the Gas tank looks like.. signs of black out vs. bare steel? I would not have thought your car would have SMOG, no surprise there, it also has the appropriate SHROUD for the radiator and not a FINGER GUARD ( as most 66 and 67 SS's should have finger Guard ) Yours having the heavy duty radiator option, got the Shroud
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Some much good info here...keep it coming! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif
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Here's a pic of the exhaust exit and a better view of the gas tank. I believe it's just unpainted steel with 40 years of patina.
Yes, the exhaust has been replaced with stainless steel pipes and mufflers. I understand that L78 Chevelles as well as L72 big cars did not have rear resonators, and therefore the exhaust exited right behind the rear wheels. Although I may have missunderstood your point on long vs. short exits, I assume mine is and was the "short" exit. I know on big cars a way to help determine whether it was an original L72 is the unique location of exhaust pipe hanger mounting holes in the frame. I assume that's the case with Chevelles and L78 also. Is that correct? |
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The short vs long style exhaust/tail pipe on 66 SS Chevelles had nothing to do with the engine size.. L-34, L35, L-78.. but did have to do with time the car was built.. The LONG VERSION had the tail pipes exiting at the Left and Rear Bumper Corners. This was the standard on 66 SS until FEB. 1, 1966 when a shorter version was authorized. This shorter version had the Tailpipes exiting behind the rear tires below the quarter panels.. and this short version was maintained and continued into the 67 Model year where all 67 Chevelles had their tail pipes exiting. (The tail pipes also had a very unique cut at the end, I like to call it a Fancy Cucumber cut) This is not to say one could not find a late 66 with Long style pipes.. as several examples have been documented beyond February 1966, but likely that was just plants using up their supplies. My DEC. 1965 66 SS has the long style. No resonators on any 66/67 SS Chevelle exhaust systems, no matter what the hp rating. |
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Paul The short vs long style exhaust/tail pipe on 66 SS Chevelles had nothing to do with the engine size.. L-34, L35, L-78.. but did have to do with time the car was built.. The LONG VERSION had the tail pipes exiting at the Left and Rear Bumper Corners. This was the standard on 66 SS until FEB. 1, 1966 when a shorter version was authorized. This shorter version had the Tailpipes exiting behind the rear tires below the quarter panels.. and this short version was maintained and continued into the 67 Model year where all 67 Chevelles had their tail pipes exiting. (The tail pipes also had a very unique cut at the end, I like to call it a Fancy Cucumber cut) This is not to say one could not find a late 66 with Long style pipes.. as several examples have been documented beyond February 1966, but likely that was just plants using up their supplies. My DEC. 1965 66 SS has the long style. No resonators on any 66/67 SS Chevelle exhaust systems, no matter what the hp rating. [/ QUOTE ] Mike Crown https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif Again........the knowledge base available on this site is beyond belief.. Ken https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ouguysrock.gif |
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WOW... I have nothing else to say... WOW
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Paul,
They are only original once. Congrats on preserving this piece of musclecar history. It's gorgeous. |
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Because Paul & I are partner's on another car, I talked him into letting me take it for a drive (alone)--it drives just like you think a "new" 396/375 1966 Chevelle should drive/run https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/smile.gif.
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I'd post about driving it, but for some reason, Paul won't let me near his cars without supervision. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif
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Hey Bill, thanks for the nice comments. I notice you're from North Aurora....I lived in Aurora from 1966 though 1972, my first job out of school working for IBM.
I have very fond memories of the area in that I bought my first new car, a '66 Impala SS (396 with THM), and in 1970 I walking into Ed Fanning Chevrolet and bought a new Z28 off the showroom floor. In their indoor showroom Ed Fanning had a about a dozen LS6's, including at least one convertible and 8 or 10 Z28's. Quite a sight, still etched in my memory. Also, down the street the Dodge dealer had a red Hemi Daytona that took about 18 months to sell. That car sat outside right though the winter! My |
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Your memory is excellent, Paul https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif Yes, I remember those dealerships well. Ed Fanning Chevy had a lot of hi-performance Chevys back in those days. They had a Citrus green 70 Z28 on the showroom floor that I wanted with a passion....payment was gonna be $140/mo. and I was convinced I couldn't swing it. Bought a new Hugger Orange 307 Nova instead, payment was $77/mo. .....and I wound up making double payments on it every month https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/tongue.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/frown.gif
Both the Dodge dealer down the street and the Chrysler-Plymouth dealer across the street from Ed Fanning had winged cars sitting around for many many months. Couldn't get rid of em to save their souls. I remember the Dodge dealer also had a new 69 Hemi Super Bee still on the lot in the fall of 70 when the new 71's were out https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gif It was the ugliest shade of tan you'd ever want to see https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/blush.gif which I'm sure didn't help its chances of selling. Congrats again on maintaining that bronze Chevelle in such superb condition https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif |
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Check out the attached Ed Fanning dealer memorabilia from my collection. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/cool.gif
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Well Bill I am sorry but there is more pictures but I can't get them to friggin post here for whatever reason and I even shrank them down. The gallery also does not work either. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/frown.gif
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A few weeks ago I tripped over another interesting story on the Chevelle. While attending the Chicago Vettfest a member of this forum who know the car back in the early days gave me a tip on who might have fixed the minor damage on the drivers rocker panel. I've been trying to research this for some time.
Turns out the guy moved his hot rod/body shop business from California to Oregon many years ago. So I call the guy in Oregon and he remembers the car very well, and starts telling me some war stories about the car. Apparently, at a party, the third owner was doing "test runs" up and down the street demonstrating the cars power, and had a slight altercation with the ditch! Well, he fixed the damage right up and said he was very careful not to paint any more than necessary because of the original paint. You've got to love it when neat history and folklore is uncovered on these great cars! |
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I agree history and folklore are really cool on these old performance cars. I really enjoy doing the research and getting to know former owners and others who knew the cars. I am planning a late winter trek back east to Chicago, Canton, OH, & Roanoke VA to visit with original owners.
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New guy here - why can't I see any of the pics? Do I have to be a member to see pics? I have a '66 SS396 Chevelle 4 sp, Aztec Bronze with Bronze interior, and would love to see pics of this car!
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Scott,,, Welcome to the sight. You dont know how proud we all are of you guys over there. Until someone from the sight trys to help you, you can see some pics in the for-sale section underneath the heading "selling collection" or something close to that. That car recently changed hands and went into Chris Ps "Garagemahal" just outside of Ft. Worth........Bill S
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Thanks for the vote of confidence, Bill. Just noticed that PaulD is in Austin. I'm with the 1st Cav, stationed at Hood, and will be back in the Austin area (Georgetown or Round Rock) in 10 months or so. Would love to see his car in person. Also have a few '69 Judges, a 69 GTO, a 71 GTX w/4sp and air grabber, a few Fairlanes, etc.
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Scott - welcome aboard. We have a couple guys who are sYc members over there. Your service is MUCH apprecitated https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/flag.gif . That is a nice healthy cross-section of manufacturers you have in your collection. Any chance you can post a picture of your Chevelle?
Hey Bruce! Pls get this soldier a tutorial on posting pix. Thanks. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif |
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Thanks for the heads up Sam...the tutorial is located CLICK HERE!
Also...I don't know why you can't see the pics Scott??? They come up fine on my computer...and no, you don't have to be a paying member to see them? Maybe it's a setting on your computer? Can you see any of the other pics on the site??? BTW, thanks for your service to our country! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/flag.gif |
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I can see all the pics on the site except the ones posted in the forums. Likely a setting on my computer. #@Q$*$# government computers!!!
Sam - most of my cars are projects - all run and drive, but not all are ready for prime time. Chevelle is in that category. Nicest car I have is my '67 Fairlane - if you have the Feb '07 issue of Car Craft, it's in the reader's rides section. Thanks, Scott |
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Scott,,,,While I am posative that Paul would be happy to show you his fine collection, you will have to go see another collection in Ft.Worth area to see the Chevelle. I can get you an invite there as easy as "apple pie" and you wont be disappointed. Your group of cars sounds great for what I think must be a relatively (to me anyway) young guy.......Bill S
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Hi Scott,
I'd be pleased to show you my collection when you return to Ft. Hood later this year. If you want to give me your email address, I'd be happy to email you pics directly of the bronze Chevelle. I also want to thank you for your service to our country. Paul |
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Hi Scott, I'd be pleased to show you my collection when you return to Ft. Hood later this year. If you want to give me your email address, I'd be happy to email you pics directly of the bronze Chevelle. I also want to thank you for your service to our country. Paul [/ QUOTE ] Paul...I sent the pictures to Scott! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif |
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yes, welcome scott and thank you for your service to our country. I sent you an email with some photos and have plenty more to keep you entertained until you get home. God Bless, Chris https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/flag.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/flag.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/flag.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/flag.gif |
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Bill - Not sure I'm a "young" guy, but understand it's a relative term. I'm 38; grew up wrenching on Chevys then got away from the hobby for many years. Was a 67-69 Camaro fan growing up; had several. Had a few midyear Vettes (including a 66 425 horse 427 4 sp coupe), too. Actually picked up all of my current cars (except for my Fairlane hardtop) in the space of about 6 months while I was living in Charlottesville, VA last year. I'm not independently wealthy but ran across a few good deals that I couldn't pass up. Sold a few that I wasn't going to keep so I could afford to buy more keepers.
Paul - Thanks for the offer. Will definitely take you up on that! Would love to see that SD Catalina, too! Bruce - thanks for sending the pics; my e mail is giving me problems now, but I should be able to open it soon. Chris - Appreciate the pics. BTW - you don't have to thank me for doing my job, but you're welcome! Scott |
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As many of you know, Paul sold this low mile L78 Chevelle to another collector/forum member in Dallas. Paul had lost the original paperwork in the tragic Oakland fire in the early 90's that destroyed about 2,500 homes. He had copies of the window sticker and build sheet, but no original paperwork went with the car. The Chevelle was spared because it was in a warehouse away from the fire. Chris P. didn't hesitate to buy the Chevelle even though the car came with photocopies of the original paperwork, the car was so amazing that it could stand on its own. Last week during cleanup of the car, the new owner discovered another original build sheet under the front carpet and the interior trim paperwork under the rear seat. Both buyer and seller were glad that original paperwork was discovered, what a neat find. This should remind us to keep looking for that elusive paperwork, it may still exist. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/burnout.gif |
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That's really cool. Thanks for the update Tim!
BTW, look for some Members Rides features from Chris really soon https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/naughty.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif |
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Great story, Thanks Tim. As you say, the car stood on its own, but always nice to have that 'icing on the cake' https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/cool.gif
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