Inspection Paint dabs - '64

[Ed S.]

Am rebuilding / restoring my drive train from the trans back and am about ready to begin reassembly. Looking in the TIM / JG for info on "inspection paint dabs" on the: driveshaft, diff, U-joints, half-shafts (axles) and rear suspension components. I find no mention of inspection paint dabs in the judging guide on any of these components.

I researched the TD forum for info on this issue - some members stated that not all cars coming down the assembly line received inspection paint dabs. I am guessing this is why there is no mention of paint dabs in the judging guide, it was not a universal process.

Since it does not list or mention paint dabs on the components I listed above, am I correct in assuming that I do not need to apply them? I assume there will be no point deduction if they are not present - correct?

So, the question is, is it necessary to apply inspection paint dabs?

I know Quanta sells an inspection marking kit with every conceivable color that might be needed - key word is "might".

[Bob R.]

Re: Inspection Paint dabs - '64

I don't think 64 had any paint on the drive shaft there are some paint markings on the front suspension and markings on the frame.

[Edward J.]

Re: Inspection Paint dabs - '64

Ed, they do not judge the inspection marks, what I Do is if there is a mark take a photo and the if your restoring the part you can re-apply as it looked. I have restored a few 64 chassis's and each one was different. If you remove the marks during restorations and reapply its just a duplicate, its only original once so they say.

[Ed S.]

Re: Inspection Paint dabs - '64

Bob, Edward,

Thank you for your replies and guidance. You have confirmed what I surmised from reading the JG but it is always prudent to get the advice of experts.

[David R.]

Re: Inspection Paint dabs - '64

Driveshaft marks from my 64: