1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

[Mike M.]

Was looking to see if any one had some original LT-1 hood strip pics they would be willing to post?? Looking at buying an original paint car and was looking for some comparisons to use!!!
Thank you for any help!!!!

[Wayne M.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

Was looking to see if any one had some original LT-1 hood strip pics they would be willing to post?? Looking at buying an original paint car and was looking for some comparisons to use ......

This pic taken in Nov/Dec 1971, at Gorries Chev in Toronto, Ontario. There was this orange one and an Elkhart Green LT1, both with around 17K miles. These were on the used car lot, and the salesman told me that they were owned by 2 friends that raced the pi** out of them, suggesting rather I buy a new in-stock '72 base engine (which I did), as it would take up to 4-5 months to get one ordered, and the prices would be higher (and I fell for it --- was my first new car dealer experience). But I really wanted an LT-1.
Others will correct if this is not a '71 hood. c

[Roy V.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

this is from my 72, before it was painted.

might have some more from the side if you need them
Regards
Roy

[Ron G.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

Many years ago I did extensive research regarding the 2 different LT-1 stripe configurations. My research went as far as contacting the individual who applied the stripes to 90% of all LT-1's. There were 2 different variations. The first was used from 1970 models until late June/early July 1970. After that the stripes were similar, but the thickness varied. The second design was used, again late June/early July 1970 thru 1971, and 1972 production. The first design consisted of a 3 piece stencil. The latter was a 2 piece. The reason for the 4 imperfections on or near the curved part was that Ronny Hunt, the person that applied the stripes aligned the stencils up with a ball point pen resulting in not so perfect alignment of the stripes. Ronny Hunt and I had numerous conversations regarding LT-1 stripes. He even went as far as to offer me to send my hood to him and he would paint them. Ronny made the move to Bowling Greene when the plant was relocated. I don't know if he is with us anymore. I do have drawings of the dimensions for the second version as well as exactly where the LT-1 decal resides. An interesting point, was that 1970 thru late 1971 productions stripes resided right in the middle of the ledge where the hood bulge is. Some, not all late 71's and most 72 stripes were a little off the mark on the bulge itself. They appeared to be a little crooked. Be happy to talk LT-1 stripes or just LT-1's with any of my fellow enthusiast.

[Mike E.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

Ron,
great info! Did the "fraternal triplets" article I did several years ago with pics of the original stripes on the three late 71 LT-1's line up with your findings?

[Mike M.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

Ron,

Thanks for all the info! I'm really interested to understand the process on how these strips were layed out!!

Mike

[Ron G.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

Mike - Yes, they did. Tghe blue car I seen in Bloomington had the original stripes. I have all the second design (late 70 thru 71 & 72 production dimensions.

[Mike M.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

Ron,

I have seen a few different hood strips is there any difference between early 71 and later 71 stripes??

Thanks


Mike

[Terry M.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

The difference is between most of 1970 production and late 1970 and newer. The style changed around s/n 13 to 14K in 1970. All the stripes were hand laid, so there will be some variation between cars even with the same style.

[Mike M.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

Terry,

Thanks for your help and giving a time frame of change in styles, the hood stripes are a vey interesting part of the car and really make me want to learn more on how they were applied at the factory!!!

Thanks Mike

[Dave S.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

The difference is between most of 1970 production and late 1970 and newer. The style changed around s/n 13 to 14K in 1970. All the stripes were hand laid, so there will be some variation between cars even with the same style.

Terry,
VIN #14803 has the unequal stripes. Consensus seems to be that the change occurred around that time which is July 8th.

[Terry M.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

As does 14,486 & 14,221.

[Terry M.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

Terry,

Thanks for your help and giving a time frame of change in styles, the hood stripes are a vey interesting part of the car and really make me want to learn more on how they were applied at the factory!!!

Thanks Mike

Mike,
I am pretty sure the best estimate we have of the time of this change is in the 1970-72 TIM&JG. Leaning about these features is why we write those books. I will say again it is frustrating when we write the books and folks don't use them. I know what school teachers sometimes feel like. Oh, wait -- I resemble that remark.

If you want to learn about the hood stripe application (short of interviewing the workers as Ron did) an issue of Chevrolet Corvette News in the 1971 time range had a story about the hood stripes, complete with photos and mention of the name of the worker Ron sought out.

The best source of historical information is contemporary writings. That is not my statement or idea. Scholars have known that for years. If you are really serious about your research you now have the leads to pursue it.

[James G.]

Re: 1971 original lt-1 hood strip pic's

AS does 16148... differing stripes Original paint. G21 build.