How to verify a Z06

[Mike M.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

Only with the N03, Steve.
HaND

[Steven B.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

Only with the N03, Steve.
HaND

Thanks Mike! How much wider?

[Wayne M.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

Thanks Mike! How much wider?

Here's an Aug '64 Chev Service News article on how to modify for racing wheels on coupes; by using outer quarter panels (cream colored, as in 1963 MY -- see 2nd pic) which had outer lips shaved [see view C], and inner wheelwell fender caps. These two mods helped tire rub with KO's and the tire size indicated.

Now since the KO's were 6" wide but the same off-set (+0.44") as the 5_1/2" wide steel wheels, I think this means that wider tires would equally extend outwards and in .


Here's the cream-colored 1/4 panel on my '65 tanker

[Steven B.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

Thanks Wayne! I haven't seen that bulletin before!

Steve

[James G.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

There is a REGISTRY of many of the vin numbers, both big tank and small tank. Franz Estereicher knows these cars well. Bill Braun knows them well also.

We can help you if needed.

[John A.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

Well, if the SN is a reasonable place to start, here it is.
30837S113873.
Thanks, John

[James G.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

Small tank 13873 is already listed as Silver / black with Radio and heater and a H4 Build date. You need to talk to the Z0-6 Registry curator, Bob Jones at his Arizona home. Private email me and I will hook you up with numbers.

[Sydney G.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

Hi John,

I also have this car listed on my '63 file as being a Silver/Black small tank Z06.
I recorded it's info at one point from someone who claimed to have original paperwork for this car.

Hope this helps.

Syd

[Joe R.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

John,

This 63 is not listed in the earlier Brooks survey and the closest ZO-6 is several hundred numbers away.

Being listed or not listed in anyone's survey doesn't mean anything but the grouping of ZO-6's is more important. Also, one could have been order at any time during the year and being a small tank this 63 could have been produced without the rarest part.

At this point, I would enlist the help of an experienced individual to inspect the 63.

JR

[James G.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

I agree with Joe Ray's suggestion.

Last January, when the economy was much better, a "small tank" ZO-6, complete with all it's parts (original brake shoes, screened backing plates, original master cylinder, original engine and differential and transmission) sold for $125,000 needing restoration. Another $100,000 plus $$ has been spent on the restoration since.

So even thought the economy is crazy today, "real" BIG tank Z0-6'S have reached the $300-400 area and small tank cars are about 30% less.

The market today is not that different for good cars, so if you are really interested in buying this car, I would hire a ZO-6 professional to help you.

[Duke W.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

"Now since the KO's were 6" wide but the same off-set (+0.44") as the 5_1/2" wide steel wheels, I think this means that wider tires would equally extend outwards and in "

NOT TRUE! You have to include the adapter for KO wheel offset, and when you do it's about +0.06 - same as the '67 Rally/bolt-wheels - so the circumferencial centerline of the tire is moved outboard about 0.38".

Duke

[James G.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

Hi John Armour,
I just got off the phone with Bob Auxier. I now understand you have more than just curiosity in this car.

[Rick A.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

Jim,

has Bob come out with an updated registry? reason I ask, don't see that small tank listed in last version of registry I have?

[Rick A.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

JR,

possible to get a copy of the Brooks survery?

[Joe R.]

Re: How to verify a Z06

JR,

possible to get a copy of the Brooks survery?

Rick,

Sure you can have a copy! Bring it to Florida or send it to you?

Whatever you desire!

JR