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Easiest way to ID limited slip on the bench is from Jeff's left 2 photos, the limited slip units have the bolt heads recessed into the casting. However, with the unit removed, wouldn't be a bad idea to at least test breakaway torque and if low replace clutch packs.+1
-Brent
Another seeming anamoly for a 69 model are the fine thread bolts and nuts on the tie rod sleeve clamps. It was my understanding zinc calipers and fine thread hardware on adjusting sleeves were not ofter or ever observed carry overs from 68 to 69.Two different things need two different answers. If you choose to use the plated calipers which is out of the ordinary first off save pictures like you have posted her and keep in a album to keep with the car to help judging team understand why you did what you did. If you do choose to go that way you will need to renew the finish on the calipers to appear as new and not a diminished finish as they appear now. Don't forget to black out the wheel side. Of course you can also use bare cast iron finish caliper like is typical. As far as the sleeves and hardware are concerned , the sleeves need to be gone over to remove plier marks or just replace with better condition . As far as the hardware I would replace with the typical as it will be a hard case to make that those fine thread and acorn nuts are original for your 69 car IMO .But that is just me. Of course it is your car and consequently it is your choices to make.
Might these generally result in point deductions on a 69 model if unable to verify they were original.
...Problem solved. I started chasing the wires off the solenoid...found the red wire on the power side had a cracked fitting & was hanging by a thread. New fitting, power restored..THANKS AGAIN TO ALL OF YOU!!!On the backside I was expecting to see black as we've discussed with styled wheels. In fact it's all silver front and back. Any thoughts?
