Anyone know how to decode a Protect-O-Plate from a 1968 442 convertible.

I would like to decode the engine(code=EQ), trans(code=OH), axle(code=OPS) and accessory group(code=01113)

Thanks,
Kevin

 

Welcome to the sight, there are a couple guys on the site that have the books with most of the information your looking for. One of them with chime in soon

 

Welcome Kevin!
Stay tuned.........

Randy, we need your '68 PIM!

 

Welcome aboard

Scan it and post it and the Protect-O-plate gurus can decode fer ya.

 

Okay, Kevin, here we go.
First, I'm not sure where you get the "engine code EQ". The engine code is not on the POP, and should be a 2 letter code that *starts* with a Q. What *is* on the the POP engine-wise would be the engine unit number.

OPS rear is puzzling too. O is for the O-type Olds rear, but I don't show a ratio code for PS. Will take deeper digging!

OH trans. This is the most telling indicator. OH trans in a 442 was exclusive to the Turnpike Cruiser.

01113 Power steering, no power brakes, deluxe (regular am) radio, AC, power windows

VIN stamp derivative should be on engine and trans if original.

 

Kurt...Thanks very much for the information, the correct engine code is 8507644QE (sorry about that)...Kevin

 

That QE appears to be part of the engine unit number. It does not seem to be the engine code, as there are no QE codes for '68.