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Yes the stamping on the block is still a point of contention, however with the casting dates being what they are: D 28 0, I think that it is unlikely that someone could find a correct CTB block(that stamping is legit) within that narrow time frame. Possible, yes, but unlikely, right? The casting # is also correct for a CTB. Tranny #'s, and diff #'s are within the proper time frame as well. So if it is not a matching #'s stamping, it may be a date coded, re-stamped block at worst, right?
I've sent the pics of the partial vin found in the blower motor area to mr70, Thank you to him, that confirms that the vins, where they are in fact correct, match to this car undoubtably. Also it has been confirmed by esteemed gurus here that the trim tag is legit, and by inspecting it myself, armed along information collected here I strongly feel that the tag has never been off the car. In short the car has all the right parts apparently, including the correct gas pedal parts, guages, and various bits. A true Z28, withdesireable options. So apart from paying too much, in my opinion, the general consensus on this forum is that I'm still getting most of what I need to build a very nice car. I just hope I can get over the initial first impression to get up the will to start the project. BUT, if someone got marooned on a deserted island with an ugly woman, I bet it wouldn't be too many months before he had thoughts of jumping her anyway (or killing her and using her for bait, LOL) I haven't decided what to do yet and may not for sometime, but I do appreciate everone's input.
I must say that support fom my family and friends has been a very comforting aspect to all of this. I am grateful, and very lucky.
P.S.- If anyone here knows Chip Foose personally, let him know what a good story this would make. Maybe we could donate the car to charity when it gets overhauled, LMAO.