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Started by dpz , Oct 18 2008 08:40 AM

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#1 dpz

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Posted 18 October 2008 - 08:40 AM

Hi Les.

This seems to be one of the hardest parts to source. It is a small plastic block off plug.
It is used in the LC GTR as it doesn't have a manual choke.
Obviously it pops into the dash fascia in place of the choke control.

It is importantly different to the cig. lighter blanking plug.

Hopefully you can add this to your list.

I would offer you a sample but I dont have one. Hopefully another forum member can help.

Regards

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Posted 18 October 2008 - 08:19 PM

Hi Les.

This seems to be one of the hardest parts to source. It is a small plastic block off plug.
It is used in the LC GTR as it doesn't have a manual choke.
Obviously it pops into the dash fascia in place of the choke control.

It is importantly different to the cig. lighter blanking plug.

Hopefully you can add this to your list.

I would offer you a sample but I dont have one. Hopefully another forum member can help.

Regards

Dellas


Dallas
Now I am confused as we are trying to make the choke cable for that model and the LJ.
Les

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Posted 18 October 2008 - 09:04 PM

Hi Les, the LC GTR came out with a auto choke with a plastic plug that simply 'popped' into the vacant hole in the dash. I'm guessing a common aftermarket practice was to remove the auto choke function and retrofit a man cable, then 'chucking' the plug in the bin, thereby making them reasonably rare. The purist restorer, looking for originality would retain the auto choke and blanking plug - if you could find one!!
As far as other model Toranas, i'm not too sure. There are plenty of other forum members who know a lot more than me. I only know a bit about the LC GTR as I've just completed a 'wheels up' resto.

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Posted 19 October 2008 - 08:41 AM

Definitely no manual choke on the LC GTR.

Would be a good for anyone wishing to delete the choke on any of the C - J series.

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Posted 19 October 2008 - 09:24 AM

Les

Here are the original Parts catalogue listings.

Page 309 shows - No. 6 as PLUG -Choke control hole... Group - 9.743
Page 314 shows - Group 9.743 PLUG -Choke control hole... 'GTR' ... part number 2807005

The drawing is a little off compared to the photo in the car.

Hope something can come of this.

Regards

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Posted 19 October 2008 - 10:16 AM

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Posted 19 October 2008 - 10:37 AM

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I need one of these too, also my 6/71 gtr has a wood grain insert on that lower dash, does any one know if that was original or not.

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Posted 19 October 2008 - 12:32 PM

Les

Here are the original Parts catalogue listings.

Page 309 shows - No. 6 as PLUG -Choke control hole... Group - 9.743
Page 314 shows - Group 9.743 PLUG -Choke control hole... 'GTR' ... part number 2807005

The drawing is a little off compared to the photo in the car.

Hope something can come of this.

Regards

Dellas



Dallas
I found it I have a few questions
1. What is the difference between a GTR, 186X, 2600s, 2850
2. Did any model LC have triple carbies.
3. How big is the demand for these plugs?
Les

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Posted 19 October 2008 - 12:51 PM

Dallas
I found it I have a few questions
1. What is the difference between a GTR, 186X, 2600s, 2850
2. Did any model LC have triple carbies.
3. How big is the demand for these plugs?
Les



The LC GTR 161S had a 2600S / WW II carby / auto choke ... requires plug
The LC GTR 173S had a 2850S / WW II carby / auto choke ... requires plug

I am not an XU1 expert but I am guessing the 186X was the LC XU1 and this HAD a manual choke for the triples.

My thoughts are most people with an LC GTR would need this part

a) because they dont have one
B) to replace a shabby one
c) as a spare

I think that any LC - LJ owners could use one if deleting the choke.

Hope this helps

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Posted 19 October 2008 - 12:53 PM

P.S I didn't mean to put in the dude with sunnies. He just appeared.

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Posted 20 October 2008 - 08:28 AM

I could do with one too - I have a plug for the dash but doubt it is a genuine LC choke plug as it has a thread in the back. I was under the impression they had a plastic 'clip in' arrangement?

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Posted 15 September 2009 - 03:36 PM

I know this is an old thread but does any one know if these became available anywhere.

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Posted 16 September 2009 - 07:39 AM

No Luck....

Seems like no one is interested in remaking a plastic plug which could easily be resold for $50 minimum (you cant get em)

Beats me what logic lurks behind these decisions. Surely plastic is the easiest and cheapest to replicate> I hate to think the amount of money wasted on getting "other" repro parts "close" to original.

I am certain that upwards of 90% of LC GTR owners would need one and or purchase a spare.

Good luck with the search, and I'll buy 2 if you find some.

Cheers Dellas

P.S Les

I have an original HK - GTS - Monaro one if you are interested in re - doing these.
HT and G are different.

Slightly bigger than the LC GTR.

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Posted 16 September 2009 - 07:43 AM

whats stopping you getting some done yourself dpz ? particularly if you are that certain there is money to be made...

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Posted 16 September 2009 - 08:05 AM

whats stopping you getting some done yourself dpz ? particularly if you are that certain there is money to be made...



You're right mate.... however I need an original to copy!

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Posted 16 September 2009 - 06:43 PM

i have original, choke, and lighter plugs, but there is no way on this earth thay are leaving my place.
cheers gong

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Posted 18 September 2009 - 12:27 PM

i have original, choke, and lighter plugs, but there is no way on this earth thay are leaving my place.
cheers gong


Can you post some pics of these John? Just for interest sake...

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Posted 18 September 2009 - 12:37 PM

Dallas, contact forum member sstorana

Tell him what theyr worth, how many would be needed and so on.. he makes things happen when others dont, it would be something he could look into

Worth a try

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Posted 18 September 2009 - 01:07 PM

Thanks mate

worth a try

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Posted 18 September 2009 - 05:39 PM

dpz, if this one has it, you can have it to copy... be here in about 2 weeks.

http://www.trademe.c...px?id=239594926

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Posted 18 September 2009 - 07:00 PM

thanks Skap

Not one in the photos but may be in a box somewhere.

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Posted 18 September 2009 - 07:02 PM

looks like it might but then looks like maybe it doesn't....hard to tell from the pics.

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Posted 24 September 2009 - 03:01 PM

are they the same as a lx torana one???

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Posted 25 September 2009 - 03:52 PM

He Guys

I am more than happy to look at getting these made!

A couple of things that I need...

A good original example to copy (I am happy to pay for it as well),

An idea of what models they were used in (we know LC GTR, but what other variants?)

a rough estimate on what people would expect to pay.

cheers
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Posted 16 October 2009 - 03:19 PM

Hi All

Well, after trying to track down a good example of the choke plug, which it seems that no one want to part with, it seems that this one is going to have to wait...

Which is a pity because we were able to source a nos lighter plug that was going to be produced at the same time.

Still, if anyone wants to donate one for the cause, let me know..

cheers
Mick
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