[Jeff H]

Here's an argument. If you're gonna argue against using date coded parts on a clone, then you should argue against using date coded parts on a real car that is missing it's original drivetrain. If my 69 Z28 is missing the original 302, I can put another DZ 302 in it but it's still not the original engine and never will be, so why waste a date coded carb on it? I'm not trying to stir up trouble, but there's a lot of people out there who go crazy trying to find the correct dated parts for their non original cars. I'm guilty. I had to find some heads, a starter and I don't even have exhaust manifolds. But I'm not going to pay 3 times the actual value just to get the correct dates. I think that date coded parts are just a challenge to the person building the car. It's also a perception that date coded parts will enhance the value. Obviously everyone has the right to buy whatever parts they want at whatever the price is. We can't really argue one way or the other. It's personal preference.