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    1969 Valiant Diary

    So I sent a request to the State of California for a title search. I have no idea how far they go back, but it'll be $5 per record. We'll see what pops up. I'm also sending the State of Nevada a request as well.. This will also be the first weekend for a swap meet in Fowlerville, MI. I've...
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    Under Dash AC w/ stock heater

    This is the Mark IV unit sold by Vintage Air. Looks like the units sold in the '60's.
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    Considering that most of the clip says "67 Valiant" in yellow grease pen, I'm pretty certain it's a '67 clip. The left apron has definitely been replaced and the upper cowl on the left is buckled in. As for the dash, the '69 I had thirty years ago had roller knobs for the radio. This one does not.
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    A '67 grille I can get NOS. The '69 not so much. I'm thinking of putting the shark-tooth Duster grille on it.
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    After JNEW4008 brought up the tires and seat yesterday, I got rid of the little donut tires on the fronts and put the new lug nuts I got from Rock Auto and the 'new wheels' on so the car actually has a stock stance. I got the seat in the garage but neglected to get a photo of it. It will have to...
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    The next thing to do is the condition of the car. The floor has a big hole in the left floor and the cowl has been bashed in. The dash is out of a '67 Valiant and so is the entire front clip. Judging by the cowl and the radiator support, I'm guessing the front end has been hammered at least twice.
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    Patience Grasshopper :D . On Saturday I took my photos documenting the way the car ended up at my home. If I'm doing this at work for an insurance company, I get photos of the VIN, the trim tag, all four corners of the car, the license plate and the odometer.
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    Thanks going out to Dana67Dart and Jnew4008! Dana passed on the link to download the parts manuals for free. What a deal! And Jnew drove up from Cleveland with some wheels and a '68 bench seat. We had a great lunch at Jellibee (Filipino fast food). It was a great couple of hours. Thanks guys!
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    1969 Valiant Rubber Flooring

    So it's been 30 years since I owned a '69 Valiant 100 with rubber flooring. I just realized the new project also has rubber flooring. I'm sure I know the answer, but does anyone sell the rubber flooring vs carpeting? As a sleeper, I'd like to keep the rubber flooring.
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    1974 AMX Javelin

    I'm glad you got it going.
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    One thing at a time. After working as an insurance adjuster and a body shop writer, I actually want to take stock in what I have. The car has been hammered in the front at least once and maybe twice. I want to get the car cleaned up as best I can and then go over the rest of it to see what the...
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    I want a good, dependable street car I can take to the track. Which track? I haven't decided yet. I ran SCCA ITB for a few years with a Suzuki Swift. I've also bracket raced on more than a few occasions. I have no front seat at this time. I'm inclined to find a bench seat. As for the dash, I'll...
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    I like this idea. I know that there are adapter plates for the GM transmissions to fit behind just about anything. I'll have to look into it.
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    When I got home tonight it was still sunny and a comfortable 55*. I got the hood opened and cleaned up the trim tag. This car is as base as base can be. The only option was the 904 automatic transmission. I've never had a Chrysler product with a two line trim tag. My 1971 Sport Fury GT had a...
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    1969 Valiant Diary

    Ordered left and right threads :thumbsup:
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