Please help decode, my build sheet seems wrong
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RPMagoo
Just An Old Motorhead
See Attached - scroll down for 1968. 1966 to 1974 Chrysler Corporation V.I.N. system decoding
Ddaddy
Just doing what I do
CAR: Plymouth Barracuda 2 Door Hardtop
ENGINE: 383cid 4-bbl HP V8
TRANSMISSION: 4-Speed Manual Floor Shift
TIRES: E70x14 Red Side Wall, steel belted
BUILD DATE: December 30.
AXLE: 3.91 Rear Axle Ratio, Sure Grip
INTERIOR: High Trim Grade Black Interior.
PAINT: Monotone Bright Blue Metallic Paint.
OTHER: Black Upper Door Frame Color.
MOLDINGS:
25: Drip Rail Mouldings
78: Wheel Lip Mouldings
ABC OPTIONS:
A1: 26in Radiator
F7: Barracuda Formula S Package
R1: AM Radio
S6: Unknown Option
abc OPTIONS:
u1: Sold Car When Built (Somebody Ordered It)
ENGINE: 383cid 4-bbl HP V8
TRANSMISSION: 4-Speed Manual Floor Shift
TIRES: E70x14 Red Side Wall, steel belted
BUILD DATE: December 30.
AXLE: 3.91 Rear Axle Ratio, Sure Grip
INTERIOR: High Trim Grade Black Interior.
PAINT: Monotone Bright Blue Metallic Paint.
OTHER: Black Upper Door Frame Color.
MOLDINGS:
25: Drip Rail Mouldings
78: Wheel Lip Mouldings
ABC OPTIONS:
A1: 26in Radiator
F7: Barracuda Formula S Package
R1: AM Radio
S6: Unknown Option
abc OPTIONS:
u1: Sold Car When Built (Somebody Ordered It)
26” radiator?
Thank You,
Dec. 30 1968 , wouldn't that make it a 69 car ?
Dec. 30 1968 , wouldn't that make it a 69 car ?
Nope VIN Is 68 so DEC 67.
Mr Gorsky
I know words, I have the best words...
You got round markers?
Yes 68 round
Ddaddy
Just doing what I do
Model year runs September of the year prior to August of the model year date. For example, my ‘69 GTS was built in October of ‘68.
Ok build sheet says Dec. 30 1968. Thought was strange. Type O
Ddaddy
Just doing what I do
Maybe a typo that close to the end of the year, but may also be the build date followed by the model year.
I am doing a FULL resto. trying to find parts is crazy in Hawaii. Any and all help is gratefully excepted
Ddaddy
Just doing what I do
Yes, it was an option as part of the HD cooling package.
How do I find a 26" Rad. ? car only had motor and Tranz.
No, Rearend, no springs, no interior, no Radiator . Missing so much but worth the resto I think .
Ddaddy
Just doing what I do
You can find OEM style out there onthe internet or go with something like this (you need to call for the 26”)
Barracuda (66-69) 22" Small Block Radiator
Thank you but that's not OEM , I am trying to do a resto with all Original parts . If that is even possible , Its only way to get the REAL money for ol' Blue . One of 5 every built, or so I was told . Thinking car should be worth $50,000. or more . Well , if market gets better . Only @ 150 , 383/4speed Notchbacks were built in 68.
Ddaddy
Just doing what I do
Then you are going to have to search the internet for an OEM 26” radiator.
pishta
I know I'm right....
I bet this is your number, 1 of very few 26's without the trans cooler:
2898047 1968 B 26" 440/Manual/Heater (With 492...?)
Mopar Radiator Guide & Specifications 1962 to 1974
Glen-ray Radiators - All New Licensed Mopar Chrysler Dodge Plymouth Radiators
2898047 1968 B 26" 440/Manual/Heater (With 492...?)
Mopar Radiator Guide & Specifications 1962 to 1974
Glen-ray Radiators - All New Licensed Mopar Chrysler Dodge Plymouth Radiators
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FYI....
According to the Chrysler Production Code Book Tenth edition (Galen Tag Service):
1968 Barracuda Hardtop 383 Formula S 252 estimated built
Hardtop 383 Formula S 4 Speed 153 estimated built
Hardtop 383 Formula S Auto 99 estimated built
Went back and saw your production numbers, which I like better. Anyway you look at it there aren't very many still running.
According to the Chrysler Production Code Book Tenth edition (Galen Tag Service):
1968 Barracuda Hardtop 383 Formula S 252 estimated built
Hardtop 383 Formula S 4 Speed 153 estimated built
Hardtop 383 Formula S Auto 99 estimated built
Went back and saw your production numbers, which I like better. Anyway you look at it there aren't very many still running.
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HemiSSDart
Dartus Interuptus
Sorry but no, there was never a 26" radiator available for A-Body's until 1973 when the core supports changed. The SPD is December 30, 1967. Be nice to see pics of the broadcast sheet.
HemiSSDart
Dartus Interuptus
Figured it was a Galen decode, not always 100% right. His typo is the date, supposed to be 1967. Please post pictures of the core support because I have never seen a code in the "A" section of the fender tag, and the 26" radiator code is for the other body types. Also, I would love to see a picture of the heater delete vent on the passenger side of your car under the dash! S6 is for the heater delete.
HemiSSDart
Dartus Interuptus
That radiator is for a B-Body.
Your 68 should have a 2898033 3 core 22” radiator.
Glenray stopped producing these so it will be hard to find and hopefully you can get a decent rebuildable unit.
Glenray stopped producing these so it will be hard to find and hopefully you can get a decent rebuildable unit.
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