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And just to be clear pete has refused to share any info on those items

I have shared more information than anyone.

Yes, I have elected not to sell parts for the last 12 years. The single exception being the Green Hornet.

It's not in my best interest to sell parts to people, so they can build Conelec systems and cars, when I am actively trying to buy an original car.

A car with an intact system is worth a lot more than one without it. That's just my opinion.

I have turned down multiple offers to sell systems. Believe me when I tell you if I had accepted those offers, I could have purchased any 68 or 69 Shelby I wanted. I even had an offer to sell everything, which is mostly paperwork, for a very significant amount.

It's nothing directed at anyone in particular.
Hopefully, that clarifies the situation

Continue your search, Pete.  You are doing what anyone else of us would do, in your shoes.

Tom, it is proper and helpful to list the source of this article, if you know it. 
It sure reminds me of one that Tom Corcoran authored, or co-authored, many years ago.

So nobody going to saac -51 ?

I'm registered, but no concours this time.

Factory clips pictured, with S8MS #s. 18 short ones, plus 8 longer ones.
Factory didn't use the donut cushions, (previously mentioned) which are visible if you do use them.

I have seen original cars without using barrel nuts; studs were pressed directly into fiberglass holes.

The original grill surround trim was attached using two different length trim clip studs--meaning two different part numbers.  Branda has sold the shorter version, in the past, but I haven't seen the longer version reproduced.
These clips are not shown in the image that Chris provided.

I will try to post a photo later today of original clips, with part numbers.  The longer ones are supposed to be installed in the headlight buckets where it is harder to reach them to push them bac out, if needed.

You are correct; my apologies for shuffling magazines and not paying attention.
Yes, I am vintage sensitive.

And look at what is all over the front cover; not a vintage car in sight!

Worthy, indeed!
Thank you for sharing.

I found your buttons, Roy.  Thank you for posting all of those photos of SAAC8-before my time.

Go to a full service graphics shop with your photos and dimensions.  They can make one, or more, for you--for a price.

My condolences to his family and friends.  His passing is, first of all, a personal loss to them.

I had the opportunity to meet Chris and observe his work on the Green Hornet project.  His passing also leaves a void in the niche of Shelby Conelec technical expertise. 

To those few people who pursue the Conelec history, carry on in Chris' memory, as well as his father's.     

KKX shock seller is "fast Freddie".

John:
A very good description of these Lucas lights.
Don

Thanks for your hands-on feedback, Gary.
 
Until someone submits earlier documentation that proves otherwise, it is evident that there is no intended/designed difference between the '68 convertible and fastback quarter end caps; they are interchangeable, utilizing one part # and engineering #.

Don

Looks like a blue light special to me, Paul.  Smiling all the way!