57 Radio delete plate

[David C.]

There seems to be some difference of opinions regarding what is correct for the radio delete plate. In the Forum, both Star Burst and Straight Line are mentioned and is it suppose to be stamped metal or cast??
I have a late build (August car) and don't know what to look for to be correct!

Anyone know??

[Dennis C.]

57 Radio delete plate

I would suggest a stamped "straight line" would likely be correct, but I'd also be inclined to check the TIM&JG to support my thoughts. Best, Dennis

[Mike M.]

Re: 57 Radio delete plate

There seems to be some difference of opinions regarding what is correct for the radio delete plate. In the Forum, both Star Burst and Straight Line are mentioned and is it suppose to be stamped metal or cast??
I have a late build (August car) and don't know what to look for to be correct!

Anyone know??

i prefer the straight horizontal lined DIE-CAST block-off plate for Corvettes. our 57 Pass car fuelie, a radio delete car, had a STAMPED STEEL block off plate when i got it in the early 90's. I capitalized the important parts so the Dipstick's aging eyes would pick up on his mistake.mike

[John S.]

Re: 57 Radio delete plate

per Noland Adams Corvette Restoration & Technical Guide Vol 1 1953 thru 1962... page 139 shows the radio block off plate as a starburst for 1956 and early to mid year 1957..also see page 138...John

[Barry H.]

Re: 57 Radio delete plate

Dave, my origional radio delete corv s/n 329X had straight bar die cast pot metal block off plate. Barry Holmes

[Mike M.]

Re: 57 Radio delete plate

per Noland Adams Corvette Restoration & Technical Guide Vol 1 1953 thru 1962... page 139 shows the radio block off plate as a starburst for 1956 and early to mid year 1957..also see page 138...John

after reviewing Nolands block-off plate pictures and text, i wouldn't accept the photograph as a "shot at the factory"photo.For ncrs judging, i suspect the starburst would merit a small deduct. mike

[Dennis C.]

Re: 57 Radio delete plate

i prefer the straight horizontal lined DIE-CAST block-off plate for Corvettes. our 57 Pass car fuelie, a radio delete car, had a STAMPED STEEL block off plate when i got it in the early 90's. I capitalized the important parts so the Dipstick's aging eyes would pick up on his mistake.mike

Mikie - Guess I must have pictured the much superior 1962 stamped blockoff with the beautiful diecast Chevrolet script. Age can be hurtful, but my recent (yesterday) colonoscopy & prostate check was perfect...Thought you'd be anxious to know. Dip

[Mike M.]

Re: 57 Radio delete plate

Mikie - Guess I must have pictured the much superior 1962 stamped blockoff with the beautiful diecast Chevrolet script. Age can be hurtful, but my recent (yesterday) colonoscopy & prostate check was perfect...Thought you'd be anxious to know. Dip

in view of your most recent "invasive" proceedures,i see no need to "get on yer ass'. glad to hear all is well at the lower end of the alimentary tract.can't help yer cerebral deterioration. mikie

[Dick W.]

Re: 57 Radio delete plate

Me thinks that both of you are full of it.

[Mike M.]

Re: 57 Radio delete plate

Whoa, Guys, this is way more info than we need to hear, however, it is good to know that the "Dipstick" came out OK.
HaNL

[David C.]

Re: 57 Radio delete plate

Mike,

What is your reponse suppose to mean????

[Mike M.]

Re: 57 Radio delete plate

Hmmm, I guess one could deduce some ambiguity.
However, to digress, this is serious stuff, I cannot urge enough that these are absolute "Must Have!" tests for those of a certain age.
Listen to your Doctor, regularly.
HaND