Author: MrMoparCHP

Power Window Gear Assembly Interchangeability

Are the two styles of gear assemblies interchangeable?
The front motors have the style with the three pucks.
The rear motors have the style with the springs.
I got some new assemblies with the pucks, they appear to fit both styles.
Just thought it migh…

1969 Polara 500 Trim Screws Needed

I’m in need of at least one screw for the fender trim on the 69 Polara 500.

They are a unique flathead (8-32×7/8) with an undersized head.
I can find undersized oval heads, I may have to grind one down

The factory part number is 6026917

Alan

69 Tilt Wheel Restoration

It took a while and I had a friend calling around. He contacted D and D Automobilia and we supplied them a good sample (shown below). I have not got mine back yet but I have faith it will be good. I will update with actual price once I have that confir…

Shift Clips and Thin Washers

Looking for original shift clips and thin washer used on the shift linkage in multiple places.
Need 2 of each but should probably have a couple extra on hand.

Alan

CHP 1969 Polara donated to CHP Museum

In 2010 I met Ron Hurwitz when I was still working on making a clone CHP 69 Polara. At that time he told me that the plan was to someday donate his car to the CHP Museum. Through the years he had received offers and had people question him, Ron isn’t a…

My new Mini-Me

A friend of mine was selling his 67 Barracuda convertible, it was a deal I couldn’t pass up. It is a slant 6. My Copper fastback on the driveway, his in the garage (my garage).

All three at a recent show.

1969 Convertible Top Fold Down Height

As pointed out in another thread I have noticed that some tops fold all the way down and others do not.
Mine sticks up 3-4" even if I try to push it down it doesn’t go any further.

I have not seen other cars in person so I have no idea what may b…