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Need 67 Battery Bracket

Posted by 59Fins <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=59Fins' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/14/2018, 11:47 am

I am looking for this bracket on right front fender (See Pic), I am told in 67 full size (maybe other years? I don't know), it either had to have HD battery or A/C, BB or not ?
Trying to put together all parts needed to make car aesthetically correct, non numbers matching, it's a small part, but have not been able to locate one. ( imagine that

)

And I know there will be many more items or correct parts! doing a clone SS427 and have gotten allot of help from many of you, Thanks, any help appreciated, I can restore one, it does not have to be as nice as the one in the pic

but would not turn one away...

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Posted by Glenn <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=427+Block+Head' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/17/2018, 6:34 pm, in reply to "Need 67 Battery Bracket"

This was discussed a few years back and the from memory the general opinion/outcome was that the battery position and bracket were correct for 67 cars with HD battery and A/C ... Both my 68 cars have what appears to be the same bracket mounted on the chassis rail ... I purchased a NOS one of these brackets a while back from a guy on eBay that had half a dozen for sale, (wish I had brought the lot)... Cheers Glenn

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Posted by 59Fins <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=59Fins' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/18/2018, 11:15 am, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Yes Glenn,

You can see that bracket in the page of the manual posted earlier, it is very similar to where it would be an easier transition if the the the other cannot be had with work,
Just the mention someone had several NOS ones at one time in the not to distant past? Is why I was shooting in the dark for a correct one.
It seems most GM cars ( not a blanket statement) had that battery cable bracket as I have removed many of those.

Now to open the next can of worms, I have seen where the home made wire is, the copper type ground strap from frame rail to right inner fender on board g block cars

I don’t have my manual, but does anyone have a back story on that? Don’t know if a/c had anything to do with it or not,
Any input would be better than coming here and finding no new topics

Just bored and thinking too much ...

Bill Hickle

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Posted by donnyb <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=DonnyB' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/18/2018, 10:44 pm, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"
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They are only on cars with a radio. They were for noise suppression Bill. Look back in the radio part in the assembly manual (U69 or U79 for example). They are shown there.

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Posted by 59Fins <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=59Fins' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/21/2018, 5:29 am, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Well Donny, I am assuming you are speaking of the part ifrom the original thead on the blue car with pic, or the copper ground cables/ wire I spoke of later?

Been away from home since approximately June 15th and have not had access to an assembly manual, either part could make sense for radio suppression, I cannot wait to get home and look at the manual ( unless it’s on-line somewhere)

I have kind of jumped to many topics on one thread, and have accomplished my goal ( sort of) stimulate the board a little, it been pretty slow lately

Should be home next week but sounds like the monsoon took my big tree I just had trimmed a landed it on my neighbors house and car in driveway... so I am looking forward to that!!!

And looking up what’s in the manual as time allows, always have questions but don’t like to post because of getting answers to questions I didn’t ask, if that makes sense?
Just need to start separating them so they don’t get mixed up!

Thanks everyone for there input! Keep it coming

Thank again Donny, your input usual is right to the point!

Bill Hickle
Surprise AZ

Ground cable

Posted by 59 Fins , Bill Hickle <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=59Fins' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/22/2018, 5:15 am, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Figured that was the case, so not B.B. thing, just s radio thing, so it appears smaller than others I’ve. Seen, is it from a radio kit? And if so, how many other of those are buggars are there for a radio? One on each fender liner to frame rail, or are the body at cowl ones. On all cars?

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Posted by donnyb <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=DonnyB' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/21/2018, 6:37 pm, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"
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I was speaking about the braided ground strap you spoke of secondary Bill. The clamp is just to locate the cable and keep if from shorting against the inside fender brace.

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Posted by sluggo <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=sluggo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/14/2018, 6:47 pm, in reply to "Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Why don't you just make one? Light gage sheet metal, 1 hole and some plasti-dip. It doesn't get much simpler.

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Posted by 59Fins <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=59Fins' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/15/2018, 5:09 am, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Yes I supposed I could, but that is why I came here in the place, first to see if someone had one I may at least get measurements from.
Sometimes one of the old guys think,( most of us) I have one of those and would be willing to sell it.
It gives me time to make other parts I need..... or search for, I am getting there, should post a list of the impossible parts I want.... such as NOS dash trim w/ac, vac trunk release, cover for 8 track, complete 4 way power seat and a darn correct front fender antenna go am fm.
Seems like some of this stuff i just missed out on.
Have the hood and insert, 5500 tachometer, air cleaner, front and rear sway bars, and a 454, cause I’m going to drive it!

Now all I need is a RPO creative/ clever # for a window sticker that says Z24 clone.... any ideas...... if I get that far....

So again I guess I ask, does anyone have one? (If not I will try and make one from one I don’t have to measure from)
Guess I could of taken a lot more pics to make one, but was taking the easy way out. But the guy I took this pic from probably won’t let a measuring tape any closer than the camera, good idea though

Thanks for any other constructive ideas

This isn’t to be a smartass, just too many irons in the fire, 1500 miles from home it’s 4:50 am , I haven’t slept and venting

Thanks for the therapy!

A piece right out front would be nice if correct.
Gathering parts for a long time for this driver, probably have in the darn thing what I could of bought a real deal 4D car in average condition, mine is average condition....

Bill Hickle
Surprise AZ

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Posted by Bill H <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=speedhink36' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/14/2018, 12:57 pm, in reply to "Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Don't know if this will help...I have a '68 (not '67) Z24 Sport Coupe that I bought almost new (Oct 1968) with the HD battery option (T60), no A/C. No such bracket; and my battery is reversed from the picture...terminals on the back side, with the positive side to the right.

I know the '68's could be different, but I wanted you to know what I have.

Bill

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Posted by 68ss427 <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=68ss427' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/15/2018, 8:12 am, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

I have never seen a cable clamp like that used on a 68, but not sure about 67s. In my opinion, I have 3 points to make: 1) that hole in the fender was to connect the short ground (negative) wire on the spring-ring; 2) having the positive battery terminal that close to the fender is dangerous in the event of a front end collision due to it shorting out to the fender and starting a fire or explosion; 3) it doesn't seem logical that GM would want the DELCO name on the battery facing the wrong way. I could be wrong, but i think the battery is reversed. Don S

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Posted by sluggo <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=sluggo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/15/2018, 12:15 pm, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

page from 1967 assembly manual.
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In upper left corner of this sheet, it has an arrow "A" "see sheet A-7"
should be another page that would reference that, again, 1500 miles from home but remember seeing it in manual or I am crazy (which is a possibility)

I remember it taking a while to find it, my car has the hole for it, just a po removed it sometime i the last 50 years.

And I am serious, anyone with any of the parts listed in the parts wanted section, please pm me, I don'r have any reference materials with me so while sitting at the hospital in Iowa City I am short on resources.

I have seen the part on several 67's and have photos at home of them on my home computer from other cars, I just had some pics in phone for reference.

Bill Hickle
AZ

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Posted by sluggo <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=sluggo' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/16/2018, 7:49 am, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

No. View A on sheet A7 shows the detail of the charging wire junction block as installed on the core support.

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Yes, but it also shows the battery terminals toward the back of the car, not near the radiator support. Don S

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Posted by Chevy66 <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=chevy66' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/16/2018, 9:49 am, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Is the battery wrong ,some have the positive post near the radiator and other ones are near the right fender . I always wonder what is right for my car ? I believe the one in my 66 is the negative post is near the right fender and the positive post iso the inside near the corner of the radiator

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Posted by Fossil_Fuel <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=Fossil_Fuel' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/16/2018, 11:13 am, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

This is the bracket that Bill is referring to.
This is the correct layout for A/C or HD battery cars.
Mine happens to be a HD battery car (No AC)
I think (not sure) that all cars had the hole punched for the bracket but not all used the bracket.

I have a few of these battery cable brackets but none of the others are in great shape.

Positive battery cable close to the fender is correct in '67.

Craig
1964 Impala SS 327/300 survivor
1967 Impala SS 327 Triple Black Hardtop
1967 Impala 4 speed bench, Black w/Maroon interior
http://craigaacars.shutterfly.com/pictures

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Posted by 59Fins <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=59Fins' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/16/2018, 4:57 pm, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Thank You Craig!

I know I have seen the part in an assembly manual and I have seen them in cars ...
Sense I am not home I guess I cannot ask if anyone has one they would like to sell?
Even to copy. it's a small detail, but it is a detail many would miss and I would like to have new, used or made, made not the preferred but last resort, that's all I ask.

So Craig how is progress on the black beauty? or is this the other Impala

Bill Hickle

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Posted by Ron.H <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=hefty' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/16/2018, 5:59 pm, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

I'm going to chime in here and and make a suggestion where you might look. I know I have seen a very similar clamp that is used on I think Chevelles or GTO's that hold the battery cable down low around their oil pan.
I know it wouldn't be exactly but I think it is very close, just a thought if you really want one.
Have a great day,Ron

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Posted by Paul Winvoices <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=fsc66' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/16/2018, 9:55 pm, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Ron, I think you mean this one?

https://www.partsgeek.com/rvbtjjj-chevrolet-impala-battery-cable-positive-clip.html?utm_source=shoppingcom&utm_medium=pf&utm_content=ac&utm_campaign=PartsGeek+ShoppingCom&fp=pp&utm_term=Chevrolet+Battery+Cable+Positive+Clip

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Posted by 59Fins <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=59Fins' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/17/2018, 7:46 am, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

They make a simple standard bracket on GM vehicles that
Bolts directly to the frame rail I believe was for the negative cable to keep it out of belts, it may be as close as I can find?
I know I have taken s bunch off throughout the years, multiple years and makes used them, they kind of have a twist to them,

As in the beginning of tread, wondering if anyone had a correct one, I could blast, paint or plate and plastic dip.

At least it’s good to know there are still some guys still reading the forum

it’s been pretty slow.

Bill

I’ll see what else I can come up with to get people talking and and fussing.

Also, anyone have ANY of the other parts listed is original post, hard to find, but you know they are out there.

Have a great day guys!

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Posted by Fossil_Fuel <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=Fossil_Fuel' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/17/2018, 12:12 pm, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Bill,
I found one but it is in a baggie that says "only to be used as partial trade for a gage dash setup".

Craig

Craig
1964 Impala SS 327/300 survivor
1967 Impala SS 327 Triple Black Hardtop
1967 Impala 4 speed bench, Black w/Maroon interior
http://craigaacars.shutterfly.com/pictures

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LOL

Got me there, didn’t you!!!!
I deserved that one

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Posted by 59Fins <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/impalass427/info/user=59Fins' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on 8/29/2018, 7:49 pm, in reply to "Re: Need 67 Battery Bracket"

Good to be home.

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