John Bedore
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On my 1973 fender codes what would be the color code ? It was like a dark Metalic Greenon my 340 Duster. I have the fender tag but don't know how to decode it. Thanks for any help.John B.
Paint Code
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slickchick
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slickchick
pedal cars only
If you'd post a good clear picture of the fender tag you'd get a better answer then if someone guessed based on that description you gave.
Greens generally stated with "F" in 1973.
...but the first digit of the three digit code was the first year the paint was used.
"F6" was a real common color of green.
IIRC the first year of that specific color was 1969, so it would be "E".....or "EF6"
Paint code is usually on the left side of the tag.
If your car does not have a vinyl top, there should be two of the same codes, one on top of the other-
EF6
EF6
If it does have a vinyl top, then the code for the top is on top- (black, full vinyl top)-
V1X
EF6
That is one of the few things on a tag that is not read bottom to top, left to right.
I think I got all that right.
...but the first digit of the three digit code was the first year the paint was used.
"F6" was a real common color of green.
IIRC the first year of that specific color was 1969, so it would be "E".....or "EF6"
Paint code is usually on the left side of the tag.
If your car does not have a vinyl top, there should be two of the same codes, one on top of the other-
EF6
EF6
If it does have a vinyl top, then the code for the top is on top- (black, full vinyl top)-
V1X
EF6
That is one of the few things on a tag that is not read bottom to top, left to right.
I think I got all that right.
33IMP
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Seventh digit of your Vin is the code for the assembly plant. Each assembly plant formatted their fender tags slightly different.
Figure out which assy plant, and we can help decode from there.
Post a pic of the tag, for the most help.
Figure out which assy plant, and we can help decode from there.
Post a pic of the tag, for the most help.
Paint code location on fender tags are in the same location since 1969 regardless of plant.
John Bedore
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John Bedore
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Here is my tag hope it helps Thank You John B.
Better perspective
33IMP
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1973 version (j) F8. JF8, JF8 .Roof and body, dark green. 2nd and
3rd line from bottom.
3rd line from bottom.
WAYNE0
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cant tell if its F3 or F8 F3 is amber sherwood green F8 is forest green forest green is alot darker
John Bedore
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It is for sure a JF8 I just looked at the plate . I would like any more info off the plate would be appreciated . Thank You for the color code It id a Dark Green almost with a little metallic in it. John B.
challengergary
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73 Paint chips
Can't make out all of the tag from the pic but
1969-1974 Mopar Fender Tag Decoder
VS29:
Plymouth Valiant,Duster
Special
2 Door Sports Hardtop
H3B: 340 240HP(net) 1-4BBL 8 CYL
1973
Dodge Main, Hamtramck, MI, USA
470681: Sequence number
E55: 340 cid 4 barrel V8 275hp
D34: Light Duty Automatic Transmission
JF8: Dark Green Metallic (Dodge) Exterior Color
C4F6: Trim - Charger, Vinyl Split Bench Seat, Green
000: Full Door Panels
508: Build Date: May 08
386566: Order number
JF8: Dark Green Metallic (Dodge) Top Color
U: USA Specifications
B41: Front Disc Brakes w/Standard 10in RR Drum
G37: OS Dual Racing Mirrors
J52: Inside Hood Release
M21: Roof drip rail moldings
N42: Chrome Exhaust Tips
N76: Coolant Recovery System
R11: Radio Solid State AM (2 Watts)
V68: Longitudinal Stripes, Deleted
1969-1974 Mopar Fender Tag Decoder
VS29:
Plymouth Valiant,Duster
Special
2 Door Sports Hardtop
H3B: 340 240HP(net) 1-4BBL 8 CYL
1973
Dodge Main, Hamtramck, MI, USA
470681: Sequence number
E55: 340 cid 4 barrel V8 275hp
D34: Light Duty Automatic Transmission
JF8: Dark Green Metallic (Dodge) Exterior Color
C4F6: Trim - Charger, Vinyl Split Bench Seat, Green
000: Full Door Panels
508: Build Date: May 08
386566: Order number
JF8: Dark Green Metallic (Dodge) Top Color
U: USA Specifications
B41: Front Disc Brakes w/Standard 10in RR Drum
G37: OS Dual Racing Mirrors
J52: Inside Hood Release
M21: Roof drip rail moldings
N42: Chrome Exhaust Tips
N76: Coolant Recovery System
R11: Radio Solid State AM (2 Watts)
V68: Longitudinal Stripes, Deleted
John Bedore
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How can it be a 340-275 HP when we all know 73 was 8to 1 comp that's why I want to put 70 340 pistons in. I have X heads that have already were planed before I got them wish I had known before now I will have to CC them and see how much. Thank You for doing this for me !! Your a pip John Bedore
Maybe read it again but with your good eye. 240hp
John Bedore
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I know but why the E55 340 4BBL V8 275 HP I know it is not my car but I WILL have it when I am done I might be old but I'm smart. Again Thanks
F8
lol, it's 240 hp. The E55 340 275 hp is almost like a default when it's typed in.
33IMP
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Don't mean to be persnickity, but...
The 240hp was gross rating, reflecting the poorer cylinder heads and compression ratio, compared to the 275hp version.
I don't think a 340 was ever rated net by Mopar, but if it were, it would probably have been in the 180-195 range for the 8 to 1 motor.
(and almost everybody knows the 275hp version is very softly rated. Most, including nhra, say it should be 315-325hp)
The 240hp was gross rating, reflecting the poorer cylinder heads and compression ratio, compared to the 275hp version.
I don't think a 340 was ever rated net by Mopar, but if it were, it would probably have been in the 180-195 range for the 8 to 1 motor.
(and almost everybody knows the 275hp version is very softly rated. Most, including nhra, say it should be 315-325hp)
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