1986 identification questions

[69MyWay]

If I saw a 1986 coupe with 4+3 transmission, which heads would it have? If it has aluminum heads and center screw valve covers, would it also have a roller cam? I know my 86 convertible had aluminum heads, but a flat tappet cam. Did any of the coupes have aluminum heads? Am I going in circles here?

 

[JT ZR-Won]

I thought all '86's came with aluminum heads. I could be wrong though. I'm not sure what kind of cams they had .....

 

[69MyWay]

I have seen several 86 couples with the cast iron heads and permiter screw valve covers (just like the 85 models).

We looked at an 86 today with the 4+3 trans (coupe) with aluminum heads. The motor physically looked newer than the car. I forgot to write down the vin to get a production sequence. My buddy does not every remember the 86 coupes having aluminum heads.

 

[hoosier]

alum. heads...

Aluminum heads were on later 86 corvettes, I have an 86 convertable later production. I think there was a problem with the original aluminum head design so the cast heads were a quick fix till the aluminum heads were redesigned. Hey 5 extra horses may not be much but it helps.:eyerole

 

[Rob]

Take a look at our1986 Specifications page.

 

[hoosier]

specs.

duh..forgot you added that Rob.Brain dead as usual. Just finished getting my wifes 72 cougar running again after one year as a garage queen. Not used to being around folks with good cars.



:s Barry

 

[69MyWay]

Specifications

Yes, there is the answer. I guess this car must have been a late production model.

That also explains why I have seen so many couples with the cast iron heads, and my 86 Convertible had the aluminum ones.


Thanks Rob.

 

[Ken]

Hey don't feel bad Barry, Jay was the first to respond to your question. He forgot about the portal when he answered, and he's a moderator!

And even I am still realizing that I begin to direct people to other sources, when I remember that we have a great source of information right here in this community. As a matter-of-fact, when I first saw this thread, I started reaching for the black book to give you specifics (the aluminum heads were a late release on the coupes, that I know) but then I saw Rob's reminder in his reply.

_ken

 

[Rob]

Thanks Ken. You raise a good point. "There is life beyond the Corvette Action Center Community" you know.

All kidding aside, I don't mind reminding folks that there is MUCH more here than just the Community Forums.

 

[Ken]

There is life beyond the "Corvette Action Center Community" you know.

Hey Rob, it's the only job I've got! [size=-2]It's just too bad I can't get paid for it![/size] :L

_ken

 

[Rob]

Hey Rob, it's the only job I've got! [size=-2]It's just too bad I can't get paid for it![/size] :L

_ken

Maybe someday. Ya never know.