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Sure that it is 140242! Two of the earliest builds and again prior to the debut! Both may have had the hand built scripts. What DSO's did they go to? Rob

Awesome Dad!!!! What was the build date on this car?? Your son Rob

IMO definitely a 9 inch rear end. They are more round than the 8 inch on the bolting surface. Very common in "GT" equipped cars in 1968 with the J code or larger engine with a 4 speed. Again, with the GT option. Casting numbers may be on the flange surface and typically on the right side and...

Thanks Marty! Dinosaurs who know carbs a bit are quickly going towards extinction!! A lot of EFI out there for old engines, but it is still hard to beat a well adjusted carb for price and reliability. I know my limits in lots of areas both construction and cars!! I get "handy with money" in...

Ouch!!!!

I do 1/2. Sometimes 1/4 turn. The trick is to ensure that the lifter is completely filled. On new motors I pump up the system and do 4 holes and then pump again for the final 4 holes. The trick on new engines is to know the difference between the feel of a "dry" lifter. The spring in the...

So is the entire stud spinning? If so they are pressed in and you will need a stud puller to get them out. Then they need to be pressed back in. One of the problems with "press fit rocker studs" is that they like to pull out. That screws up your valve lash. That is why the Hipo 289 has...

The 390/428 engines in the late 60's went to non-adjustable. The 302/351W and even the 351C engines also went that way. The Boss 351 and 302 retained adjustable rockers as they were solid lift cams. I never liked non-adjustable rocker arms..... Pontiac and others went this way also... Rob

Arlie, The 290 HP 4V 302 engine was a one year offering in 1968. It came with the 4V heads as you know with 53 CC combustion chambers that raised the compression to around 10.5 to one. After that all 302 heads to my knowledge are 63 CC until the 90's. None are noted as "4V'. And as you...

The smaller line is the high pressure hose. Yours looks like it has "had the business" by someone trying to tighten it with a sloppy wrench. Very easy to round. Follow it up to the pump. My guess is that is the high pressure line out of the middle of the pump. The return line is basic...

WOW!!!! That car is over the top! You da man, Marty!! Rob

If you ever drove a supercharged 289 or 302, you would know the value added. At the same time I sold my Weiand supercharged purpose built 302 GT/CS for $35k a couple years ago. Not sure of $52k but it is a awesome upgrade. But also it needs to be tuned and set up correctly. Rob

Looks like a very nice car. Some nice options and a nice color combination. In my mind the engine and tranny combination are very basic to the GT/CS line. That said I am more of a performance guy and many people would be happy with the 289 automatic powertrain. Looks like a professional...

White hood stipes would certainly be unique to say the least. Not sure what to think! Rob

The smaller one may run out of breath above 5,000 rpm, but it still should be ok. 48 jets sound small, but when coupled with a small venturi carb they work great. Rob

Just saw this post. Vacuum advance line should be off the carb. Dial in around 12 to 14 degrees of initial timing. The Holley 4412 is a 500 cfm two barrel. They are alright on larger engines such as a 390, but a bit of a gas hog on a 289/302. But it should perform ok. A good Autolite 2100...

If you can find the inside diameter and the length, the "teeth" can be hand filed into it. Once installed they will disappear behind the light. Rob

Cragers of course!! But I know that will fall on death ears!! Mod Rob

If someone has a sample they are more than likely easy to manufacture. Rob

That sure is "purdy"!!!!! Love the color!! Rob