Assembly Manuel
Is it safe in saying if you restore your car the way the assembly manual has it, it is the right way it came from the factory?
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Re: Assembly Manuel
Not necessarily. Running changes were made that may or may not have caused a change in the assy manual, or parts availablity may have delayed a change or caused it to occur early. I will also quote a statement made to me by a plant production manager at a GM plant to the effect that "The engineering provided manual is a GUIDE, We (the plant) determine the build!" This was much more true in the '50's-60's than in the early 80's when it was stated to me. Something to keep in mind...Bill Clupper #618 -
Re: Assembly Manuel
Adding on to what Clup had to say, the AIM has errors of omission and comission just like the Judging Guide books. I think it's a case of only God is perfect!
Example, for your car ('70-72) go find the PIF's (push-in fasteners) that the factory installed in a convertibile's rear compartment carpet to retain it to the rear cabin wall... Tain't there! But, go look at any original car and violla, there they are!
I'd suggest that it's a waste of time to go looking for a 100% correct and unambiguous restoration guide. Simply roll up your sleeves and read the literature that exists, join and get active in your local NCRS Chapter and be prepared to get out and attend a few judging meets BEFORE you've committed/executed major restoration items.
The lion's share of the knowledge comes from OJT experience. So, don't work solo as a 'loner'. Jump in, meet people, form friendships and get help. When everything is done, it's not the plaque/ribbon you'll remember, it's the journey you took and people you met that count.Comment
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Re: Assembly Manuel
Thanks RickComment
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