Scott 440 TNT
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Thanks for taking this newby to Mopars in.
Any help with data plate decode would be great, also what is this gauge on the console. Was this an option?
Any help with data plate decode would be great, also what is this gauge on the console. Was this an option?
Welcome, the gauge is a vacuum gauge which came standard on a lot of console equipped big block cars. Some also had a tachometer in the same location. This car also has an 8 track player under the radio, neat to have if it still works.
Dave
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Welcome from the Keystone State. We're going to need some more pictures.
I have trouble getting everything lined up but here's what I came up with for your fender tag.
CAR: Chrysler 300 2 Door Convertible
ENGINE: 440cid 4-bbl HP V8
TRANSMISSION: 3-Speed Automatic
TIRES: Unknown tire code
BUILD DATE: December 08.
AXLE: 3.23 Rear Axle Ratio
INTERIOR: , Vinyl Bucket Seats. White on Black Interior.
PAINT: Monotone Red Paint.
OTHER: White Horizontal Accent Stripe.
MOLDINGS:
14: Sill Mouldings
30: Body Belt Mouldings
78: Wheel Lip Mouldings
ABC OPTIONS:
A1: 26in Radiator
K8: Power Windows
Q9: Sentinel Lighting
R0: AM 8-Track Radio
S3: Autotemp Air Conditioning
X1: Tinted Glass (all)
Y2: White Convertible Top
abc OPTIONS:
f7: Unknown Option
g0: Unknown Option
h7: Fender or Hood Mounted Turn Signal Indicators
r1: Unknown Option
CAR: Chrysler 300 2 Door Convertible
ENGINE: 440cid 4-bbl HP V8
TRANSMISSION: 3-Speed Automatic
TIRES: Unknown tire code
BUILD DATE: December 08.
AXLE: 3.23 Rear Axle Ratio
INTERIOR: , Vinyl Bucket Seats. White on Black Interior.
PAINT: Monotone Red Paint.
OTHER: White Horizontal Accent Stripe.
MOLDINGS:
14: Sill Mouldings
30: Body Belt Mouldings
78: Wheel Lip Mouldings
ABC OPTIONS:
A1: 26in Radiator
K8: Power Windows
Q9: Sentinel Lighting
R0: AM 8-Track Radio
S3: Autotemp Air Conditioning
X1: Tinted Glass (all)
Y2: White Convertible Top
abc OPTIONS:
f7: Unknown Option
g0: Unknown Option
h7: Fender or Hood Mounted Turn Signal Indicators
r1: Unknown Option
Additional abc options
a6=console
b4=bucket seats
j0=Tilt wheel
k7=passenger manual mirror
Dave
There might still be a build sheet in the back seat, that will give you the complete option package if it still there. Most of the time you will find it under the springs on the top half of the rear seat. Need to remove the top cushion to get at it. This was a well equipped car in its day. The auto temp air was a major PIA and usually needed constant repair. Other than that, these were a good reliable and quick car.
Dave
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Hello and welcome from Christchurch NZ
Scott 440 TNT
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Yes it does have a tilt wheel, do you know if it's telescoping also.
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What does the White Horizontal Accent Stripe look like, it has been repainted so I don't see it.
When you get around to rebuilding the Budd disc calipers on this car, do not use Cardone reman units, take the calipers to a competent shop to have them reworked. Most of the time these calipers need to be re-sleeved to repair them and you most definitely do not want any from Cardone.
You can update to power brakes if you find a '68-70 Bendix dual diaphragm booster. You will also need a pedal assembly and the mount plate from a '68 Chrysler with power brakes as the pedal system is not the same. Pedals are the same for drum or disc brakes.
Dave
You can update to power brakes if you find a '68-70 Bendix dual diaphragm booster. You will also need a pedal assembly and the mount plate from a '68 Chrysler with power brakes as the pedal system is not the same. Pedals are the same for drum or disc brakes.
Dave
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Not sure where the manual disc option is coming from but I believe Budds were power assisted only. Manual drums could be had so perhaps someone changed to manual discs later.
Also the horizontal stripe should be similar to shown except it should be a double painted line rather than the single line shown. This is based on an original paint car I owned & other examples I've seen.
Very nicely optioned 300. More pics would be great!
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