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I am currently finishing restoring my 1981 corvette. The previous owners had painted the emblems white and decorated them to match the car. I am replacing these with the stock emblems. My problem is, the 1981 nose emblem has been discontinued. If anyone can tell me where I may find one I'd greatly appreciate it as this is the last piece I need to complete my restoration. Thank you.
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
Andrea-----
Contact Dr. Rebuild. He may still have some NOS examples left. You can dial them up on the web at www.docrebuild.com or call them at 203-366-1332. His part number for this piece is 8055127.In Appreciation of John Hinckley -
Re: 1981 nose emblem
Andrea-----
Contact Dr. Rebuild. He may still have some NOS examples left. You can dial them up on the web at www.docrebuild.com or call them at 203-366-1332. His part number for this piece is 8055127.In Appreciation of John HinckleyComment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
Corvette America shows them also. Part #2328,$39.00. 1 800 458 3475Comment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
Corvette America shows them also. Part #2328,$39.00. 1 800 458 3475Comment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
If the chrome is in good shape, you can also strip the paint off the ones you have and repaint them. I found the right shade of colors for my '70 emblems in my local model / hobby shop. I sprayed it with clear afterwards to get the right gloss level. ~Juliet
2019 Sebring Orange 8-Spd Coupe (daily driver & autocross) 6k mi.
1970 Bridgehampton Blue Convertible - Chapter Top Flight 2005 68k mi.
1965 Coupe (Greg's project No Flight)
Gone but not forgotten:
1987 Yellow Convertible 199k mi.
2002 Yellow Convertible 100k mi.
2007 Atomic Orange Coupe 140k mi. RIP flood 2015
2007 Lemans Blue 6-Spd Coupe 34k mi.Comment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
If the chrome is in good shape, you can also strip the paint off the ones you have and repaint them. I found the right shade of colors for my '70 emblems in my local model / hobby shop. I sprayed it with clear afterwards to get the right gloss level. ~Juliet
2019 Sebring Orange 8-Spd Coupe (daily driver & autocross) 6k mi.
1970 Bridgehampton Blue Convertible - Chapter Top Flight 2005 68k mi.
1965 Coupe (Greg's project No Flight)
Gone but not forgotten:
1987 Yellow Convertible 199k mi.
2002 Yellow Convertible 100k mi.
2007 Atomic Orange Coupe 140k mi. RIP flood 2015
2007 Lemans Blue 6-Spd Coupe 34k mi.Comment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
Juliet-----
Unfortunately, the 80-82 style nose emblems (each year was different, though) are a plastic-type emblem with a "sealed" surface. They are difficult, if not impossible, to restore.In Appreciation of John HinckleyComment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
Juliet-----
Unfortunately, the 80-82 style nose emblems (each year was different, though) are a plastic-type emblem with a "sealed" surface. They are difficult, if not impossible, to restore.In Appreciation of John HinckleyComment
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Oh, well nevermind me then. Guess I need to spend more time looking at the later sharks eh? ~Juliet2019 Sebring Orange 8-Spd Coupe (daily driver & autocross) 6k mi.
1970 Bridgehampton Blue Convertible - Chapter Top Flight 2005 68k mi.
1965 Coupe (Greg's project No Flight)
Gone but not forgotten:
1987 Yellow Convertible 199k mi.
2002 Yellow Convertible 100k mi.
2007 Atomic Orange Coupe 140k mi. RIP flood 2015
2007 Lemans Blue 6-Spd Coupe 34k mi.Comment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
Oh, well nevermind me then. Guess I need to spend more time looking at the later sharks eh? ~Juliet2019 Sebring Orange 8-Spd Coupe (daily driver & autocross) 6k mi.
1970 Bridgehampton Blue Convertible - Chapter Top Flight 2005 68k mi.
1965 Coupe (Greg's project No Flight)
Gone but not forgotten:
1987 Yellow Convertible 199k mi.
2002 Yellow Convertible 100k mi.
2007 Atomic Orange Coupe 140k mi. RIP flood 2015
2007 Lemans Blue 6-Spd Coupe 34k mi.Comment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
Juliet----
Not necessarily. Now you know the difference in these emblems. Your suggestion was a good one. It would be applicable in the case of the vast majority of Corvette emblems. 80-82 are one of the exceptions, though. Many C4 emblems are fabricated like the 80-82 emblems, too. Just another case of where future (or present) C4 restorers are going to face "special challenges" when trying to restore original parts.In Appreciation of John HinckleyComment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
Juliet----
Not necessarily. Now you know the difference in these emblems. Your suggestion was a good one. It would be applicable in the case of the vast majority of Corvette emblems. 80-82 are one of the exceptions, though. Many C4 emblems are fabricated like the 80-82 emblems, too. Just another case of where future (or present) C4 restorers are going to face "special challenges" when trying to restore original parts.In Appreciation of John HinckleyComment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
Joe, I'd like to thank both you and Juliet for your suggestions. I have called all over the country and keep getting the same story - no 1981 front emblems. However, I got to see the front emblem on a 1981, and found it is identical to the 1980 except for the black edges. On the one I saw, the black was actually wearing off and the silver was showing through. So I guess the 1980 emblem that just came in is going to get its edges painted black! From what I understand, the 1981 will be manufactured again just no one knows for sure when that will happen. In the meantime I believe painting the edges of the 1980 will work. Thanks again for all your help....Andrea.Comment
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Re: 1981 nose emblem
Joe, I'd like to thank both you and Juliet for your suggestions. I have called all over the country and keep getting the same story - no 1981 front emblems. However, I got to see the front emblem on a 1981, and found it is identical to the 1980 except for the black edges. On the one I saw, the black was actually wearing off and the silver was showing through. So I guess the 1980 emblem that just came in is going to get its edges painted black! From what I understand, the 1981 will be manufactured again just no one knows for sure when that will happen. In the meantime I believe painting the edges of the 1980 will work. Thanks again for all your help....Andrea.Comment
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