[billdini]

Yes, they look nice, but it is not correct for the '68 model year.

Looking at my picture that I posted what is different from 68-72 units. I do see the notch cutout on one side with the repros but don't with original years. I don't doubt 68 is one year because everything is but can you be more specific

 

[billdini]

Here is a 69 El Camino that looks like mine except it has the notches on the passenger side. Is that what is different between 68's?

1969 El Camino Chevelle Radiator Top Plate Gm Original | eBay

<p>1969 El Camino Chevelle Radiator Top Plate. Plate is nice and clean.</p>

www.ebay.com

 

[68elky396]

Looking at my picture that I posted what is different from 68-72 units. I do see the notch cutout on one side with the repros but don't with original years. I don't doubt 68 is one year because everything is but can you be more specific

Billdini, the one I'm looking for looks just like the one on your radiator. Is yours an aftermarket panel? The other issue I'm finding is that all the repops measure 31 1/8" in length. The panel I need measures 31 3/8".

 

[billdini]

Billdini, the one I'm looking for looks just like the one on your radiator. Is yours an aftermarket panel? The other issue I'm finding is that all the repops measure 31 1/8" in length. The panel I need measures 31 3/8".

Yes mine is original and as you will see it doesn't have the notches of the passenger side. Yes it is 31 3/8' inches. Well at least we have proved that 69 is different. I really thought I knew the parts of 68s only to learn I never will. With almost all panels being 68 it's a one year car

Bill

 

[68elky396]

Well, thanks to everyone that has tried to help me out on this one. I finally had enough of searching for the elusive '68 HD radiator panel. I found a reputable chrome shop that I can send my original panel to in order to get the chrome stripped off. They will strip it and then bead blast it to get it nice and clean. I will then send it off to the powder coat shop to get painted. Does anyone know the correct black color for these panels? Can it just be finished in semi gloss, or would that not be quite right?

Steve

 

[Capt Casey]

I may have a buddy that has his when he replaced it with a Chrome plated one...but I have to go junk diving so it may take a while...But I'll ask him.!!!

 

[68elky396]

I may have a buddy that has his when he replaced it with a Chrome plated one...but I have to go junk diving so it may take a while...But I'll ask him.!!!

Ok Capt. thank you. Let me know what you find out, just in case the restoration of my original panel doesn't turn out like I want.

 

[Capt Casey]

Will do

 

[Capt Casey]

Sadly he did use it..but also had it chromed.

 

[lastss]

Sadly he did use it..but also had it chromed.

I have this nos one for sale

 

[68elky396]

I have this nos one for sale View attachment 698266 View attachment 698267

Thanks for trying to help me out, but that is not the correct style for a '68. I am taking my original part to get the chrome stripped off this week. Then it will be powered coated and I will be happier than a bear in a honey hole.

 

[Road Roamer]

I just got mine back from the powder coater.