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Lifetime MemberEquinunk, PA - USA
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Vette(s): 1972 conv, 4-speed, 350, 200hp, numbers match, rally wheels, war bonnett yellow w/white top. good condition, nice driver.
1. Is there a sequential/documented numbering system for removeable hardtops?
2. What is the process, if any, for adjusting the linkage/cable that connects the reverse linkage to the steering column for key removeal in a 4 speed? I have to wiggle the shifter back and forth to engage it/syncronize it, to get key out. THANKS Mark
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No numbering system for the tops that I know of, tho there may be numbers/letters scrawled on them from the factory with grease pencils with the "job number" of the top. As far as one top having a VIN, or other ID to match a particular car, I'm not aware of anything like that.
The reverse lock-out cable doesn't really have any sort of adjustment, other than "tweaking" the brackets that hold the cable. You can bend the bracket(s) a little to see if it helps.
The reverse lock-out cable doesn't really have any sort of adjustment, other than "tweaking" the brackets that hold the cable. You can bend the bracket(s) a little to see if it helps.
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I looked at my top and didn't find anything..it might be under the headliner..my cable for the shift lock is broken..it's on my list to replace come clutch time..haven't looked for one yet..focusing on easy stuff now..I will look at the cable and see if there is an adjustment, don't know??
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Vette(s): 1972 conv., sunfire yellow, blk interior, blk vinyl and convertible top. Off frame restoration with American Speed 383 stroker engine producing 500hp plus a 200hp NOS system. MSD ignition. Hooker super competition headers with chambered exhaust.
There is a date code on the back glass. From the rear, bottom left side.
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I have a hardtop with no headliner. It has "B-16" in crayon inside, under the headliner. There is no other identification.
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Vette(s): 1972 conv, 4-speed, 350, 200hp, numbers match, rally wheels, war bonnett yellow w/white top. good condition, nice driver.
Well I did some homework! It seems I have a 72' HARD TOP for my 72' vert. The bottom rail between the points under the window has these numbers= 48466 7641210. Do not know what they represent. The window has these numbers= as2, which is code for door, and rear window clarity by AMERICAN STANDARD. TY= is for August of 1972. M72=model/made in 72. If anyone knows the definition of the other numbers, THANKS ahead of time. I recently brought this top home from CARLISLE, THANKS to the C3 friends at the tent, we attached it and fastened it, and we motored on home confidently. Mark Now if I can rectify the LOCK OUT for transmission/key switch, I will be ready for the carburator dilema.
Good research, for a guy without a vert I'm sure dealing in hardtops latley.........So what color will it be?
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Vette(s): 1972 conv, 4-speed, 350, 200hp, numbers match, rally wheels, war bonnett yellow w/white top. good condition, nice driver.
The general consenses is, DDDRRRUUUMMM RRROOOLLLLL, YELLOW. How does two tone sound for a while? Plan is to have it ready for spring.
Hey Mark, I found the adjustment for the cable on the reverse lock out in my shop manual..I will take a pic and post it tonight..looks simple..
Now I need a cable!
Rich
Now I need a cable!
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WONDERFUL, I will be checking in for it. THANKSin Forum: C3 General Discussion
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