[Keith Seymore]

Originally Posted by Sidponcho

I can see this being true if they were found under the carpet only. But is seems somewhat "purposeful" for the line worker to place one on top of the gas tank.

JMO

Sid - I appreciate your input but your opinion is not correct in this case.

I've watched about 3 million cars go down the line, as well as participating in pre-production builds across 12 GM assembly plants in 35 years. The wastebasket is full of build sheets and manifests right before they leave the final line and move to roll test/alignment/short line repair.

It's just easier to leave it on top of the gas tank than it is to remove it at the end of the line. You will also find extra screws, bottlecaps, vintage coins and empty bottles in the car. The reason is the same.

It was "purposeful", in that it was placed there to help with the build. After the build is complete its purpose had been served.

K