1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

[Kent K.]

For those interested, I've finally photographed my intake manifold which was removed from the engine in 1971 by the original owner and stored. Obviously, some of the overspray was worn off by handeling / abrasion during its many years of storage. These photos depict the condition of the manifold, carbs, linkage, etc. as received. Nothing on this assembly has been changed or cleaned since I bought the car.

Additional photos besides the one below:

http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b157/2k234/69%20Corvette/012A.jpg
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b157/2k234/69%20Corvette/009A.jpg
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b157/2k234/69%20Corvette/008A.jpg
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b157/2k234/69%20Corvette/005A.jpg
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b157/2k234/69%20Corvette/003A.jpg
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b157/2k234/69%20Corvette/007A.jpg
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b157/2k234/69%20Corvette/013A.jpg

In order to see these photos, you'll have to copy and paste each entire URL line. Why it dosen't highlight and underline the whole URL is anyone's guess.

It's really strange how the "overspray" was built up on the boss and allowed to run as shown in picture 003A, 007A and 013A. I believe overspray on the sides has worn off by handeling and was, probably, more uniform matching bits remaining in pics 001A and 005A.

Hope this helps both restorers and judges to realize there are many variations and coverages of overspray on 1969 L71 aluminum intake manifolds. This is specific information and is not intended to represent more than what is on this manifold.

Kent

[Greg L.]

Re: 1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

Ah Kent that was perfect timing!

I'm in the process of re-doing my intake overspray and actually went so far as to make a fiberglass "mask" to mimic the original vacuum formed mask that was used.
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e232/Lintmann/P1010084-1.jpg
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e232/Lintmann/P1010086-1.jpg
...yes I may have too much time on my hands!

Your pics will help A LOT in modifying my mask a tiny little bit before I re-spray the intake.

Thanks so much for posting the pics.

Greg

[Greg L.]

Re: 1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

Ah Kent that was perfect timing!

I'm in the process of re-doing my intake overspray and actually went so far as to make a fiberglass "mask" to mimic the original vacuum formed mask that was used.
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e232/Lintmann/P1010084-1.jpg
http://i40.photobucket.com/albums/e232/Lintmann/P1010086-1.jpg
...yes I may have too much time on my hands!

Your pics will help A LOT in modifying my mask a tiny little bit before I re-spray the intake.

Thanks so much for posting the pics.

Greg

[John C.]

Re: 1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

Kent

Great pictures. Your overspray pattern looks very close to what I have on my 68 435hp. You have a little bit more left on the edges and I'm missing the big blob and run on the boss but that is the only real difference.

John

[John C.]

Re: 1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

Kent

Great pictures. Your overspray pattern looks very close to what I have on my 68 435hp. You have a little bit more left on the edges and I'm missing the big blob and run on the boss but that is the only real difference.

John

[Michael Ketterer]

Re: 1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

Kent
Do you still have the air cleaner? if so the base could you post a pick of the bottom? Also the bolts holding the base, what is your letters marks ect... on the heads of the two bolts.
Thanks Michael
ps good to see you up and feeling better!

[Michael Ketterer]

Re: 1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

Kent
Do you still have the air cleaner? if so the base could you post a pick of the bottom? Also the bolts holding the base, what is your letters marks ect... on the heads of the two bolts.
Thanks Michael
ps good to see you up and feeling better!

[Kent K.]

Re: 1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

Mike,
If you're asking about the two bolts that secure carb basr to the manifold along with the threaded studs, they are 'R' with three lines (grade 5). If you're asking about something else, please explain.
I'll try to photo the air cleaner instructions. Anything else?
Kent

[Kent K.]

Re: 1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

Mike,
If you're asking about the two bolts that secure carb basr to the manifold along with the threaded studs, they are 'R' with three lines (grade 5). If you're asking about something else, please explain.
I'll try to photo the air cleaner instructions. Anything else?
Kent

[Kent K.]

Addendum

I failed to mention that the bolts holding the carb bases are finished with black phosphate.
Kent

[Kent K.]

Addendum

I failed to mention that the bolts holding the carb bases are finished with black phosphate.
Kent

[Michael Ketterer]

Re: 1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

Kent
That's the answer to my question.
Thank you very much.
Michael

[Michael Ketterer]

Re: 1969 L71 Intake Manifold Overspray

Kent
That's the answer to my question.
Thank you very much.
Michael