1966 hemi coronet decoder
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I'm going to look at a hemi coronet in a couple of days. The guy says it has a buildsheet and the original engine. I have no idea how to decode a VIN or buildsheet. Can anyone help out? Thanks
1970 B5 v-code Superbird 1971 Dodge Charger R/T in GA4
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Re: 1966 hemi coronet decoder
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12/29/09 09:32 PM
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You're right, I have already contacted an expert to go along.
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Re: 1966 hemi coronet decoder
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12/29/09 11:05 PM
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I'm not sure on 66 but for 67 (I believe 66 and 67 are the same).
Look on the inside of the upper rad support, there should be a stamping of the sequence number. The same number is also stamped on the driver side rear bumper support (or somewhere around there).
Anyway this number is the sequence "build" number not the vin.
You need the broadcast sheet that has the the vin and the sequence number to confirm the body sequence matches. Also make sure the vin tag rivets are the rosette style.
Without the broadcast sheet it's pretty hard to confirm the body sequence and vin number. It's buyer beware.
The body should have reinforced spring perches as well as a couple of there "Hemi" modifications.
The more original documentation the seller has the better, good luck.
You are on the right track but not quite hitting the bullseye's.
66 and 67 were different (5th VIN digit was an H for Hemi engine in 66, the fith VIN digit was a J for Hemi in 1967)
The SO number is stamped on the drivers side radiator core support and USUALLY on the drivers side rear panel behind and below the rear bumper, this same number is found on the fender tag and the Broadcast Sheet. The VIN number is not found on the fender tag, only on the Broadcast sheet. Both the VIN and SPD are also found on the factory Certicard should the owner have a copy.
The only unibody body "Hemi" modifications include forward leaf spring Torque boxes, reinforcement plates within the Torque boxes, rear leaf spring hanger reinforcement plates, and a pinion snubber plate on the floor above the pinion snubber. Not every Hemi car recieved these weld on additions (although all SHOULD have) the lack of them does not dethrone it as a Hemi car, but it would lead to some serious questioning as it's quite rare for them to be lacking.
The Hemi K-Member is unique and has a skid plate.
All 4 speed cars had Dana 60 rear ends, all automatic cars had 8.75 rear ends.
Factory wheels were all the same, 14 x 5.5 steel wheels (look for a "5" stamped on both sides of the valve stem hole) with either full wheel covers or dog dish style hub caps
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Re: 1966 hemi coronet decoder
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Good info guys. The car is supposed to have the broadcast sheet. The car is said to be a lo-mile survivor. I have been on my share of wild-goose chases so I am cautious. I appreciate the info and if it pans out I will get pics.
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Re: 1966 hemi coronet decoder
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12/30/09 10:31 AM
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Again, just be aware that there are reproductions of everything these days, fender tags, VIN tags, window stockers, certicards, engine stampings, body stampings, torque boxes, and yes, even broadcast sheets (artifically aged looking and all!) anything that identifies a car as a "real" hemi is available now, you can't take anything at face value these days!
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Re: 1966 hemi coronet decoder
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We have looked at the car. It is without a doubt the real deal. It is a 12000 mile police captain's car. It has many unique features. I wish someone would call me to help verify a few things. 417-327-5869 It has the vin wl21h. It is a very exciting find.
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