1968 New Yorker restoration
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GOLDMYN
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cars all covered and I can't get to that side
dodge674
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No problem at all, I can understand.
I'm not in a hurry at all, still have quite a lot of work to do..... So if you (or somebody else) are able to check some time what kind of sticker belongs there I would appreciate that. I just really like it if all the stickers are there so I'm going to buy it (if possible) or get it reprinted.
Thank you for the pictures, they are a big help! What I already thought was that my new Yorker was very original and the pictures confirm that.
I started yesterday with taking the dash apart. All the parts are in a good shape, just very dirty and need a good cleaning and some detailing.
I want to take everything out before I start with the bodywork so that I don't damage anything and it makes it easier to clean and restore al the parts.
In the picture I've attached you can see how dirty the dash is. But I've already tried cleaning a few parts fast and they come out like new!
I'm not in a hurry at all, still have quite a lot of work to do..... So if you (or somebody else) are able to check some time what kind of sticker belongs there I would appreciate that. I just really like it if all the stickers are there so I'm going to buy it (if possible) or get it reprinted.
Thank you for the pictures, they are a big help! What I already thought was that my new Yorker was very original and the pictures confirm that.
I started yesterday with taking the dash apart. All the parts are in a good shape, just very dirty and need a good cleaning and some detailing.
I want to take everything out before I start with the bodywork so that I don't damage anything and it makes it easier to clean and restore al the parts.
In the picture I've attached you can see how dirty the dash is. But I've already tried cleaning a few parts fast and they come out like new!
GOLDMYN
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The sticker you are referring to is the emissions sticker. If I recall correctly the last to digits of the part number should match the emissions number on your broadcast sheet. Mine is for 383 2bbl. Automatic. Reproductions are available.
Link to a decal placement thread I started when trying to find where they all go. The link takes you to post #16 which shows where the emissions label number is on the build sheet.
Correct decal placement and why can’t I find them in the Parts manual?
Correct decal placement and why can’t I find them in the Parts manual?
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Oooo another 68 New Yorker restoration, looks like I'm going to have competition for NOS parts 
Just kidding of course...actually looks like yours won't be needing much in the was of parts anyway!
Best of luck on your resto
Just kidding of course...actually looks like yours won't be needing much in the was of parts anyway!
Best of luck on your resto
dodge674
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Thank you for the info on the sticker, that's great. I'm going to search and buy that one. And also going to check out you thread.
No there is no competition needed on nos parts. I actually don't need that many parts and I'm afraid I'm not going to find a nos rear bumper..... There are a few small parts I need, but it was almost complete and most parts come out great with some cleaning or paint. I do need the squire emblem that is located on the black vinyl top next to the new Yorker logo and I need a window lever for the small vent window in the left door. Apart from that it is complete, so we won't have to compete.
No there is no competition needed on nos parts. I actually don't need that many parts and I'm afraid I'm not going to find a nos rear bumper..... There are a few small parts I need, but it was almost complete and most parts come out great with some cleaning or paint. I do need the squire emblem that is located on the black vinyl top next to the new Yorker logo and I need a window lever for the small vent window in the left door. Apart from that it is complete, so we won't have to compete.
dodge674
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Here are some pictures of how the car looks at the moment I'm still taking everything apart.
I You have a rear bumper and it is not rusted through, many reputable re-chromers can make quick work of the dents and creases and re chrome it. Not sure of the availability of re-chromers in the Netherlands though. Here in the US many bumper plating businesses sell cores for around $250. Yes even for our older cars. Then another $500 for quality chrome. Most classic platers do a copper plating first.
Shipping a bumper from the US could get expensive unless you find space in a container that is already coming over.
Shipping a bumper from the US could get expensive unless you find space in a container that is already coming over.
dodge674
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Thank you for the tip. I have already mailed a few salvage yards that told me the same story. Shipping isn't the problem, I work for a car dealer that imports classic cars from California, so when we import a pick up I can put it in the back.
I can rechrome it here in the Netherlands, the bumper isn't rusted through and has a few small dents, but nothing that I can't get out. Problem is that rechroming is really expensive here and the quality isn't what it used to be because of the environment rules. It will easily cost around 1500 dollars here....
I can rechrome it here in the Netherlands, the bumper isn't rusted through and has a few small dents, but nothing that I can't get out. Problem is that rechroming is really expensive here and the quality isn't what it used to be because of the environment rules. It will easily cost around 1500 dollars here....
dodge674
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Have been able to do a bit more work today. And dive a little bit deeper in the engine numbers.
I'm still amazed at how straight the old lady is, the sides are incredible, the doors fit perfect and when you close them they make that nice solid sound. Also the trunk and hood fit really nice. I just have a soft spot for details like that.
I've replaced the tires today, the ones that where on the car where really old and dried out, one of them was blown apart standing still. The other 3 did keep the air inside, but that was the only positive thing you could say about them.... Just feels a bit saver with new tires. The spare tire is even older, wouldn't surprise me if it might be original.....
I couldn't find the numbers on the engine at first, but with a bit of googling I did find them. Somebody fitted an ac pump over them.... The engine code says D440 6 7. So if I'm correct that means the engine is from the seventh of June 1968. I'm not sure what the production date of the car is (where can you find it?). But according to the invoice it was sold on 30 July 1968 and according to the title (original pink slip) it was first registered on the first of August 1968. So it must have been a car that was already in stock. Sounds like the engine could definitely be original to me.
I'm still amazed at how straight the old lady is, the sides are incredible, the doors fit perfect and when you close them they make that nice solid sound. Also the trunk and hood fit really nice. I just have a soft spot for details like that.
I've replaced the tires today, the ones that where on the car where really old and dried out, one of them was blown apart standing still. The other 3 did keep the air inside, but that was the only positive thing you could say about them.... Just feels a bit saver with new tires. The spare tire is even older, wouldn't surprise me if it might be original.....
I couldn't find the numbers on the engine at first, but with a bit of googling I did find them. Somebody fitted an ac pump over them.... The engine code says D440 6 7. So if I'm correct that means the engine is from the seventh of June 1968. I'm not sure what the production date of the car is (where can you find it?). But according to the invoice it was sold on 30 July 1968 and according to the title (original pink slip) it was first registered on the first of August 1968. So it must have been a car that was already in stock. Sounds like the engine could definitely be original to me.
dodge674
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I already thought so, but I wasn't sure. The engine has the same date stamp (June 7), so I'm pretty sure that it must be original.
dodge674
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Have been able to do a few small things and again have a few more questions.
First, does anyone know the color code of the light grey parts (taillight panel and panel below the headlights?).
And I guess the center of the trim that goes on the side of the Chrysler was originally painted black, was it matt black or more like a satin finish? Same question for the headlight rings (I'm amazed by the weight of these) and the trim that sits next to the headlights in the front fenders.
At the classic car dealer I work we have a 1968 Imperial that also has a blacked out center in the side trim and that is more in a satin finish (I redid it on that car, but it clearly was a satin finish). I'm not really sure with the New Yorker because almost all the black is gone, that's why I'm asking.
First, does anyone know the color code of the light grey parts (taillight panel and panel below the headlights?).
And I guess the center of the trim that goes on the side of the Chrysler was originally painted black, was it matt black or more like a satin finish? Same question for the headlight rings (I'm amazed by the weight of these) and the trim that sits next to the headlights in the front fenders.
At the classic car dealer I work we have a 1968 Imperial that also has a blacked out center in the side trim and that is more in a satin finish (I redid it on that car, but it clearly was a satin finish). I'm not really sure with the New Yorker because almost all the black is gone, that's why I'm asking.
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I think a lot of the guys use the argent color that is used for ralley wheels for the panel in the bumpers. The black I'm not sure, but I think it is satin.
68-300
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Just saw you're post now, I see you work at Stuurman. Well I live in Herkenbosch and if i'm not mistaking I see your 69 Dodge each morning on your way to work.
I used to own a 68 NY coupe and some other slabs (67 300, 68 300, 68 T&C) and now own a 65 NY coupe.
Beter laat dan nooit....Welkom!
dodge674
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It's funny how small the world can be. It is definitely my 69 dodge pick up you see every morning, not a lot of those driving around and it's quite recognizable. I also drive a black 2002 mustang, maybe les recognizable as the dodge, but you will hear it coming.....
Haven't been able to do a lot to the new Yorker lately unfortunately because a few of my other cars demanded my attention. But have started again last week, so some updates will come.
Haven't been able to do a lot to the new Yorker lately unfortunately because a few of my other cars demanded my attention. But have started again last week, so some updates will come.
dodge674
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Unfortunately I haven't been able to do a lot of work to the New Yorker. I have been welding on the lower side of the rear window, starts to look good, but not finished yet.
I will upload some pictures, but for some reason it doesn't want to work.
I have been very busy with my daily driver. The 1969 Dodge sweptline pick up. I knew the engine was starting to go bad on that one, but was hoping that it would hold out a little bit longer. But unfortunately it started to go bad a bit faster than I wanted to. Was hoping to get the new Yorker to the painter and then start working on the new engine for the Dodge, but the dodge had other plans. It is still running, but losing power every day. Compression is almost next to nothing. Don't know how many miles it got on it, but I've driven 100000 myself in about 4 years on lpg. Because it's my daily driver and I need it every day I just had to put the New Yorker on hold for a while. But the engine is almost finished luckily so I hope there a some updates on the new Yorker in a few weeks.
I will upload some pictures, but for some reason it doesn't want to work.
I have been very busy with my daily driver. The 1969 Dodge sweptline pick up. I knew the engine was starting to go bad on that one, but was hoping that it would hold out a little bit longer. But unfortunately it started to go bad a bit faster than I wanted to. Was hoping to get the new Yorker to the painter and then start working on the new engine for the Dodge, but the dodge had other plans. It is still running, but losing power every day. Compression is almost next to nothing. Don't know how many miles it got on it, but I've driven 100000 myself in about 4 years on lpg. Because it's my daily driver and I need it every day I just had to put the New Yorker on hold for a while. But the engine is almost finished luckily so I hope there a some updates on the new Yorker in a few weeks.
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