C1 (55) Jack Handle Clip Fasteners

[Rick H.]

In the judging manual, it says that the fasteners for the jack handle clips on the trunk division panel should be clutch, fillister head screws. When I disassembled this divison panel originally, I saved the screws that were used and they were actually phillips, fillister head screws. The clips themselves are correct.

Is there any possibility that phillips could be right for this? Failing that, anyone have a source fo this type of screw? I could not find in paragon or in corvete central.

[Paul M.]

Re: C1 (55) Jack Handle Clip Fasteners

Every original that I have seen is a clutch. They have a large head and are very difficult to find. I know of no other place that this screw was used.

[Rick H.]

Re: C1 (55) Jack Handle Clip Fasteners

Interesting. I just talked to Steve Newsom who has an unmolested 55 survivor. I had him take a look and he said his has large head phillips just like I found on mine!

So, I guess maybe the judging manual is not correctly stating all cases? I think I will keep what was apparently originally on the car. How do we get the judging manual changed?

[Lynn H.]

Re: C1 (55) Jack Handle Clip Fasteners

With a LOT of work and research!!! Trust that the members that have put this information together over the years, did just that. I am not downplaying your particular situation, but I have found many "anomolies" over the years I have had the same thoughts about. While there are exceptions to many situations (especially where the assembly line and fasteners are concerned), We have to "trust" that these manuals were put together with a lot of hard work and the best information available (not to mention the debt of gatitude to the members who have put there time into it).
Lynn Houk

[Rick H.]

Re: C1 (55) Jack Handle Clip Fasteners

Please understand I was in no way trying to denigrate the quality of nor the time involved in putting together the judging manual. The restoration I have been doing would clearly be impossible without it.

That being said, there must be a way to modify or supplement the manual or the one I have owuld not have so many yellow pages in it. So, my question was simply how to initiate the ammendment process.

btw, I have seen one or two comments by others on this forum to the effect of "do you want to be authentic or according to the judging manual?" It seems to me that if there is an apparent conflict, there ought to be a process for reconcilliation.

[Lynn H.]

Re: C1 (55) Jack Handle Clip Fasteners

Rick,
I truly did not intend to insinuate that you were, and I was really was not intending to be a smart aleck. I just thought I would make a comment about the hard work and dedication that has gone into these publications over the years. In the line of this converstion, I will add that while "new information" does not find us everyday, there is still some of it out there. NEVER be afraid to look for it. The archives of this board will answer many questions, but don't be afraid to try to do a little information gathering on your own (and sharing your results with us). Maybe even an article in the Restorer if you find something of interest. If you find some interest in it, you can bet others will too, myself included. I sincerely hope that you did not take my comments to be offensive, as that will NEVER be my intentions when I chime in.
Lynn Houk

[Terry M.]

Re: C1 (55) Jack Handle Clip Fasteners

The way to change the TIM&JG is to contact the appropriate Team Leader. Contact information is on the third page of EVERY Corvette Restorer Magazine for the last twenty or so years. Use the latest issue so you have up-to-date contact information.

For those of you who prefer electronic data to paper data, we have a special deal. Just click on the Contacts radio button at the top of the page.

Please DO NOT send the TL a message that says: "My Corvette has xxxx, so the manual MUST be wrong, and needs to be changed." The TIM&JG describes TYPICAL FACTORY PRODUCTION. Your Corvette simply may not be typical. That does not require a change in the manual. The manual can not possibly enumerate every variation in assembly.

If you can provide information that you have found several Corvettes that differ from what is described in the manual then send it in -- but include the serial number or VIN of ALL the Corvettes you are citing AND the build date, if the cars have a build date on the trim tag. If it is engine issues provide the above information as well as engine assembly stamp data and cylinder case casting date. The short story is the more data you present to substantiate your claims, the better your chances of seeing a change eventually. And do have some patience. ALL of the TL are volunteers, and some are even reported to have a life beyond Corvettes.

[Joseph T.]

Re: C1 (55) Jack Handle Clip Fasteners

In the judging manual, it says that the fasteners for the jack handle clips on the trunk division panel should be clutch, fillister head screws. When I disassembled this divison panel originally, I saved the screws that were used and they were actually phillips, fillister head screws. The clips themselves are correct.

Is there any possibility that phillips could be right for this? Failing that, anyone have a source fo this type of screw? I could not find in paragon or in corvete central.

What does the manual say for 53/54...I will check my unrestored 54 next time I get the chance.

Joe

[Lynn H.]

Re: C1 (55) Jack Handle Clip Fasteners

Thanks Terry!!!!!
That is what I meant by "a lot of hard work and reaserch", you articulated it so much better!!
Lynn