My New (to Me) 73 Imperial LeBaron

[Mauser-Oberndorf-AN]

Don't get a new one, have the correct date coded parts that were born on this car rebuilt and reinstalled. There are a few services for both MS and BB.

Whom do you recommend sending those off to? As far as the Thermoquad, my mechanic is giving it back to me; I have no idea whether it's the original or not, but suspect it probably is.

 

[Mauser-Oberndorf-AN]

RLL3: Trim - Premium, Leather 3-in-1 Split Bench, Parchment

I really like that Tan carpet, dash, column and steering wheel. Looks really good with the white leather and interior top.

HL2: Int. Door Frames, Parchment

I don't see the Parchment painted frames. Could you post the parchment paint and where it is at?
Or am I missing something in the pics?

Looking again, I've seen two different returns for the HL2 code. The Parchment frames that I first saw someone mention it as on a couple of forums, but then the decoder on RealDash.net says HL2 is 'Unknown Int.' Maybe that's the Burnished Red but hasn't been entered into a database yet?

 

[ayilar]

Looking again, I've seen two different returns for the HL2 code. The Parchment frames that I first saw someone mention it as on a couple of forums, but then the decoder on RealDash.net says HL2 is 'Unknown Int.' Maybe that's the Burnished Red but hasn't been entered into a database yet?

HL2 is correct. That color is designed to match the color of your interior. I remember a thread where someone showed how that looks, after taking out the interior door panel foremother reason and using the opportunity to document the feature. @CBODY67 @saforwardlook

 

[69CoronetRT]

Here are the fender tag and window sticker. I'm not currently in the same town as the car, so I can't post the door sticker for the moment. I don't see the Trailer Towing Package on the window sticker, but it does have the mount, hitch, and a wire in the trunk. Perhaps someone added that later on in its life?

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Thank you.

Yes, the car does not code for the Trailer Towing package so the hitch et al were probably added after purchase. However, it appears the buyer anticipated adding the hitch by buying the suspension.

 

[69CoronetRT]

On Snow White, my (Belvedere-built) white N-code 1970 Polara convertible, the A35 trailer package code was stamped on the fender tag. Was it different on Jefferson Plant cars, on Imperials, and/or on 1973s?

Yes as Jefferson did not code A package codes like other plants did. You won't find many A series sales codes on a Jefferson plant tag (exceptions exist)

Jefferson and Lynch Road plant had different tag coding protocols and formats compared to other plants.

 

[cuda hunter]

Whom do you recommend sending those off to? As far as the Thermoquad, my mechanic is giving it back to me; I have no idea whether it's the original or not, but suspect it probably is.

I do not perform the amount of restorations as some of the other guys on here. Ask the question in a thread form and you will find out who the top 3 are at this time. In the meantime, here are a few links for your question.

NAPA

Upgrading my ‘66 Newport single chamber power brake system to a ‘67 dual chamber one. NAPA sells the boost module and MC at a reasonable price. Anyone done this ?

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Harmon Classic Brakes - Great service rebuilding my power booster

I'm happy to say that DaPoz steered me right in recommending Harmon Classic Brakes to rebuild the power brake booster in my 1963 300. They did a great job with incredible customer service. Tara and George went beyond all my expectations -- and sent the rebuilt booster back in time for me to get...

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Midland Ross Single Diaphragm Booster Rebuild

This company will rebuild your Midland Ross power brake booster. Midwest Remanufacturing Attn: Tim 5836 West 66th Avenue Bedford Park, Illinois 60638 1(800)634-5829 Answered the phone. Knew exactly what I was talking about. Simple, effective communication. Mine: 1966 Chrysler 300, 383 CID, 4...

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[cuda hunter]

V5L Parchment bodyside protective vinyl moldings

It appears parchment is a 1973 color only.

Looks awesome on the GE7.

 

[cuda hunter]

ON the fender tag.
R32-Dual rear seat speakers
R48-power antenna

ON the window sticker and not fender tag
R35- Am/FM/XM radio Stereo 10 Watt

Anyone know why the R35 is not on the tag? BS and WS only?

 

[cuda hunter]

@Mauser-Oberndorf-AN
When you take a picture of the door tag please get a picture of the inspectors tag on the top right of the trim tag.

 

[69CoronetRT]

Anyone know why the R35 is not on the tag? BS and WS only?

"Jefferson and Lynch Road plant had different tag coding protocols and formats compared to other plants."

 

[imperialist440]

Needs a brake overhaul, including master cylinder and booster, which I'd like to do myself. Do any members have any suggestions on which master cylinder and booster to buy?

Very nice car, especially like the colors! The brake booster is a Midland-Ross dual diaphragm, specific to Imperial and not found on lesser Mopars that used Bendix boosters.

I've used Power Brake Exchange (Booster Dewey) in Mountlake Terrace (Seattle, WA) to rebuild my boosters for years. Quick turnaround and reasonable prices. Here's my 73 Imperial's before the rebuild.

 

[UGW]

- [...] I'm coming into the world of vintage full-size U.S. cars from only having driven 90s-2000s German cars and doing some work on those, so pretty much everything is new to me (I'm even just pleased with myself for being able to follow the service manual, disassemble and lubricate the headlight door motor, clean the contacts and get that working reliably!).

Dude this resonates so much! My other Mopar is an SRT-4 I bought when I was in college, and I've always done as much of my own work as possible. (I wanted an e46 M3 so bad, but of course I couldn't afford one) I finally got my Imperial this summer, and working on a 60s big block is like therapy compared to 21st century stuff!