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What was a build sheet on a Chevelle?

What was a build sheet on a Chevelle?

Build sheets, or accurately “broadcast sheets,” are paperwork that accompanied a vehicle as it was being assembled showing what components were to be used during construction. These were not meant to be left in the car once they were no longer needed at a particular workstation, nor were they left for us to find them in a treasure hunt.

How many examples of the Chevelle SS were made?

There were just under 192,000 SS examples produced, or roughly eight percent of the final build count.

When did the Chevelle SS Super Sport end?

When you think of a Super Sport Chevelle it’s likely that you don’t imagine a 1973 model year. Many muscle car enthusiasts may even think that the Chevelle SS ended after 1972. That’s what gives this 1973 Chevelle SS, found here on Craigslist in Pleasant Hill, Missouri, some potential as a project.

What was the horsepower of a 1970 Chevelle?

In 1970 designation was a little muddied; although the SS 396 nomenclature remained in use, the base L34 engine had been bored out to 402 cubic inches. It still delivered 350 horsepower, with 375 horses from the L78. 1970 Chevrolet Chevelle SS Mecum.

What kind of car is 1973 Chevy Chevelle?

In fact, the 1976 Olds Cutlass was the best-selling vehicle in GM’s lineup, and at one time sold in greater numbers than any other car in America. Joe Fina of Seaford, New York, on Long Island, owns this gorgeous 1973 Chevelle SS, which is powered by a 454.

What to do with a 1970 Chevelle build sheet?

Rather, they were suppose to be collected and tossed in the trash once they served their purpose. 1970 SS396/SS454 Atlanta, Baltimore, & Kansas City build sheet decoder now available! It’s important to note that not all plants were the same when it came to how information was included on these build sheets.

What kind of suspension does a Chevelle have?

The rear anti-sway bar (F41 suspension) was included in the SS package on all Chevelles (except El Camino) starting in ’70. It was not available on any year SS El Camino. The F40 heavy duty suspension (which did not include the rear bar) was standard on the ’69 SS, and F41 was optional on the ’69 SS. F41 was not available in ’68.

What kind of engine does a Chevelle SS have?

In ’70-’72 the 454 engine was only available as part of the SS (or SP) package. All ’70-’72 454 motors (LS5 and LS6) came with a forged crankshaft. The LS5 had 2-bolt mains and the LS6 had 4-bolt mains. The 325 HP 396 (L35), and the ’70-’72 402 (LS3) came with a cast crank and 2-bolt mains.

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Ruth Doyle