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    Offline R71CUDA

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    Newb Intro
    « on: September 11, 2007 - 01:54:38 PM »
    O.K., I'm a Newb.  I just purchased a numbers matching BS23 71 Cuda a couple of months ago.  It went straight to CA after it rolled off the line in MI and spent its entire life there untill it was parked in a barn around 1989.  I am starting to go through the car to see what is there, what should be there, and what else I need to purchase.  Its a B5 383 8 3/4 rear slap stick auto car.  It has the ralley dash with all the guages, tach, and clock.  It has A/C and black leather interior.

    Even though all the factory steel is still there, it isn't totaly unmolested.  It has  "very", "very" little rust.  With no PB, someone dinged the front valance and a small part of the RF gilled fndr is rolled in a where it meets the grill.  The grill has 2 small cracks and scrapes.  Since I am a converted GM guy, I am learning a lot.  I have about 1/2 the build sheet the door sticker and fender tag are there.  Regarding the lack of the VIN tag on the dash, I was informed that Just Dashes took care of that one.

    Someone tore off the old vinyl top, filled in the trim molding holes and primer sealed the car.  I can still see the remnants of the old top around the rear window and drip rail trim.  Where do I find the color codes for the top?  Was this part of a “Package” and does the build sheet call it out?  Under close inspection (with out taking off the trim) it looks like it was a white top.  Which would look great against the blue.  Any thoughts? :droolingbounce:
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    Offline 4Cruizn

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #1 on: September 11, 2007 - 02:05:31 PM »
    First welcome to cc.com!  Looks like you're gonna fit right in around here!!    :grinyes:  :thumbsup:

    Second . . gotta post some pics!  If you need help, just let me know.   :cheers:

    Now as for colors and such . . did it come with a fender tag??  That will show all the colors and options pretty much!  Can't wait to see it and good luck with your project!  Love them '71 cudas!   :worshippy
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    Offline Super Blue 72

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #2 on: September 11, 2007 - 02:07:12 PM »
    HI R71CUDA!  Welcome!  :wave:

    Sounds like a fun car you have there!

    As far as the vinyl roof, Like 4Cruzin said, looky on the fender tag.  Here's what you might look for:

    V1* 69-71 Full Vinyl Top
    * Missing digit represents color choices
    A- Gunmetal
    B- Blue
    C- Black Alligator
    F - Green
    G - Black Gator Grain
    H - Green Floral (Mod Top 1969 Dart/Coronet Only)
    J - Walnut Pattern (1970 Only)
    J - Paisley (1971 Only)
    K - Walnut
    L - Champagne
    L - Parchment
    M - Burgundy
    P - Yellow Floral (Mod Top 1969 Barracuda Only)
    P - Mod Yellow (Mod Top 1970 Barracuda Only)
    Q - Blue and Green Floral (Mod Top 1969 Satellite Only)
    Q - Mod Blue (Mod Top 1970 Barracuda Only)
    T - Tan
    W - White
    X - Black
    Y - Gold and Green Floral (Mod Top 1969 Barracuda Only)
    Y - Gold
    Y - Tortoise Grain
    9 - Special Order (V19=Black on Superbird)
     
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    Offline ksierens

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #3 on: September 11, 2007 - 05:26:51 PM »
    Welcome!  Picture, pictures, pictures!
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    Offline 71bigblock

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #4 on: September 11, 2007 - 10:20:22 PM »
    Quote from: ksierens on September 11, 2007 - 05:26:51 PM
    Welcome!  Picture, pictures, pictures!



    :iagree:  Sounds like a sweet car, and you're in the right place!   :wave: :drool:
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    Offline 71340RT

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #5 on: September 12, 2007 - 12:57:49 AM »
    Welcome to the site and the Cuda sounds like a great car. To bad about the dash VIN as I have heard just dashes is real good about not giving you your VIN tag back. Post some pictures when you get time so we can all check out the Cuda.
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    Offline R71CUDA

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #6 on: September 12, 2007 - 09:37:44 AM »
    I will need to take some pics in low resolution.  The pics I have are all around 1,600 KB and will not post due to file size.  I wish I could post a PDF file.
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    Offline Rare_T_A

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #7 on: September 12, 2007 - 10:53:42 AM »
    Welcome aboard!!!!   :useless:
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    Offline R71CUDA

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #8 on: September 12, 2007 - 11:18:15 AM »
    Anyone know what the correct carpet is for the 71 Cuda?  Loop or Cut pile? Legendary interiors shows loop 70 - 74, and cut pile 72 - 72.  I have seen other ads where cut pile goes down to 70
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    Offline Super Blue 72

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #9 on: September 12, 2007 - 12:01:09 PM »
    Quote from: R71CUDA on September 12, 2007 - 09:37:44 AM
    I will need to take some pics in low resolution.  The pics I have are all around 1,600 KB and will not post due to file size.  I wish I could post a PDF file.


    This is an easy to use picture resizer program.

    http://bluefive.pair.com/pixresizer.htm
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    1972 Dodge Challenger Rallye 340, AT, Code TB3=Super Blue, SBD=8/17/1971.  Yes, a Rallye without the fender louvers from the factory because of the body side molding option.

    Pic #2 and 3 of my ARII 1/24 scale model car 

    Phil in New England-Massachusetts  Always thank God for what you have!

    http://www.cardomain.com/ride/456046/1972-dodge-challenger

    Offline R71CUDA

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #10 on: September 12, 2007 - 12:30:26 PM »
    Thanks Super Blue 72.  It did the job.  Here is the pic!
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    Offline 71bigblock

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #11 on: September 12, 2007 - 12:59:37 PM »
    Man that thing looks like its going to eat you up just like that!   :grinyes: :wow:

    Gonna be schaweet.   :bananasmi
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    Offline kingtroll

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #12 on: September 12, 2007 - 01:18:28 PM »
    Nice fish you caught there. Good luck with your project it looks like a great foundation.
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    Offline bentpshrods

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #13 on: September 12, 2007 - 03:59:33 PM »
      Welcome---very nice project you got there but I'm kinda partial towards 71 cudas   :bigsmile:  If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask---the folks  here always have great advice and are willing to help. 
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    Offline 70RAGTOPR/T

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    Re: Newb Intro
    « Reply #14 on: September 12, 2007 - 06:15:07 PM »
    Welcome, you are at the right place.  These folks know all.  If you have any questions they will answer them fast.  By the way the Cuda looks just down right nasty.  :bigsmile:

    Walt
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