Car Tech®
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© 2017 by Dale McIntosh
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ISBN 978-1-61325-379-3
Item No. CT613
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Frontispiece:
Seldom-seen color combination of Gobi Beige with Dark Gold Vinyl top and Saddle interior is refreshing from the more often seen reds and blues of 1970 Chevelles. This LS6 sport coupe sold at Mecum’s in 2003 for $95,000. (Photo Courtesy Mecum Auctions)
Title Page:
Ray Allen’s Truppi-Kling powered SS/EA LS6 convertible. This Chevelle was undefeated in its class in 1970 and held the class record of 11.55 in 1970. Shown here as it was sold by RM Sotheby’s auction in 2009. (Photo Courtesy RM Sotheby’s Auctions)
Contents Page:
Open “flapper” of RPO ZL2 Special Ducted Hood Air system with “COWL INDUCTION” script. The “flapper” was vacuum-controlled and opened only under very low engine vacuum so it was closed when engine was not running and open completely at wide open throttle. (Ron Wawrinty Photo)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
SS Equipment Options 1969–1970
Sedan Pickup
Film, Print and Commercial Advertising
Racing Heritage
Production Numbers
Vehicle Identification Number
Engine Codes
Transmissions
Rear Axle Identification, Codes and Ratios
Interior Trim Codes