Post by: wackmnstackm on April 01, 2017, 09:38:37 AM
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Post by: wackmnstackm on April 01, 2017, 10:41:22 AM
Sweet, lets see some pics. I have a chevelle that needs exhaust( have it just needs installed) and a few other things done and it will be on the road, I was working on them yesterday but the rain today got me bummed.I will try and get some pics up soon. :tup:pics?
Post by: Blacktail Sniper on April 01, 2017, 11:23:21 AM
This is a one year only body style and the aftermarket really hasn't put effort into repopping most parts, so good parts cars are almost priceless.
Have almost two complete cars, just the green one is more car-like than the other...
Post by: Ieatelk on April 01, 2017, 11:31:17 AM
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Post by: 724wd on April 01, 2017, 09:26:49 PM
My photos are the three at the bottom. THIS (black & grey) is my inspiration...
Post by: 724wd on April 03, 2017, 02:20:53 PM
Post by: Fish4Fun on April 04, 2017, 08:40:24 AM
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Post by: Blacktail Sniper on April 04, 2017, 08:42:54 AM
Post by: lee on April 04, 2017, 09:59:01 AM
Lee
Post by: WapitiTalk1 on April 04, 2017, 10:11:18 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on April 04, 2017, 10:17:11 AM
Post by: DaveMonti on April 04, 2017, 01:39:04 PM
Had big plans for an lq4 twin turbo but a 3 and 5 year old are keeping me too busy......it has a warmed up 350 with vortec heads for now.
Let me know if those kids decide that you need to sell that car!
Post by: runamuk on April 04, 2017, 04:07:24 PM
Post by: jackelope on April 04, 2017, 04:23:43 PM
Very nice rides. :tup:
Lets see the latest greatest pic of your hot rod!!
Post by: Huntin4Ever on April 04, 2017, 06:47:13 PM
Post by: wackmnstackm on April 04, 2017, 07:15:05 PM
Post by: jburkett on April 04, 2017, 09:17:03 PM
Post by: aaronp13 on April 05, 2017, 06:53:09 AM
My dad and I got that far with it, but still need to put the engine back in the truck. Then off for paint, wheels and tires, and it will be done. Fun times! My grandpa was the original owner of the truck, but he passed away in 1994 after getting stage 4 lung cancer. My grandma kept it around as an extra vehicle, and when i turned 16 in 2003, she sold it to me for $1000. It had less than 100,000 original miles, so is in great shape.
Post by: smittyJ on April 05, 2017, 07:12:31 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on April 05, 2017, 07:15:48 AM
The latest pics are not super pretty, it is in the midst of a bit of a makeover. :chuckle:Very nice rides. :tup:
Lets see the latest greatest pic of your hot rod!!
Post by: jackelope on April 05, 2017, 07:16:24 AM
The latest pics are not super pretty, it is in the midst of a bit of a makeover. :chuckle:Very nice rides. :tup:
Lets see the latest greatest pic of your hot rod!!
Oh yeah. Well how's about the latest cool pictures!!
Post by: Rainier10 on April 05, 2017, 07:26:21 AM
Post by: Rainier10 on April 05, 2017, 07:41:26 AM
Here's one of them that he sent me.The latest pics are not super pretty, it is in the midst of a bit of a makeover. :chuckle:Very nice rides. :tup:
Lets see the latest greatest pic of your hot rod!!
Oh yeah. Well how's about the latest cool pictures!!
Post by: kckrawler on April 05, 2017, 07:53:29 AM
Here's one of them that he sent me.The latest pics are not super pretty, it is in the midst of a bit of a makeover. :chuckle:Very nice rides. :tup:
Lets see the latest greatest pic of your hot rod!!
Oh yeah. Well how's about the latest cool pictures!!
Wow! So when is the 509 going up against the 405? :chuckle: :bdid:
Post by: birddogdad on April 05, 2017, 08:49:15 AM
Post by: Woodchuck on April 05, 2017, 09:01:48 AM
:chuckle: That is really hard on tires and considering what tires cost for that thing, I'll pass.Here's one of them that he sent me.The latest pics are not super pretty, it is in the midst of a bit of a makeover. :chuckle:Very nice rides. :tup:
Lets see the latest greatest pic of your hot rod!!
Oh yeah. Well how's about the latest cool pictures!!
Wow! So when is the 509 going up against the 405? :chuckle: :bdid:
Post by: wackmnstackm on April 05, 2017, 09:04:36 AM
Post by: Jpmiller on April 05, 2017, 09:49:55 AM
Fortunately my old man let's me take his 427 Shelby cobra out on occasion so that will hold me over while I wait.
Post by: wackmnstackm on April 05, 2017, 09:56:31 AM
Post by: huntnphool on April 05, 2017, 10:18:10 AM
Only have finished photos. 67 Chevelle is the wife's grocery getter. It has a 502 to make sure she gets home before the ice cream melts. The 57 Buick was my dad's.
Awesome, my dad had a 66 Chevelle SS we would work on growing up, loved that car.
Garage wrenching has always been a passion, Father Time seems to dictate how much I get anymore though. :'(
Post by: BDildine on April 05, 2017, 11:28:59 AM
got a mild 351C to throw in it
(i've also got lots of other projects, snowmobiles, and antique pulling tractors)
The "complete" car picture is when i picked it up
Post by: Fl0und3rz on April 05, 2017, 11:42:16 AM
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Post by: huntnphool on April 05, 2017, 01:07:07 PM
Not exactly a hotrod, but it was my daily driver for years.
Fantastic. :tup:
Post by: Knocker of rocks on April 05, 2017, 01:11:51 PM
One more. 1963 Notchback.
Bought new after you graduated from high school?
Post by: huntnphool on April 05, 2017, 01:15:42 PM
One more. 1963 Notchback.
Bought new after you graduated from high school?
You're more than a couple years off. :chuckle:
Post by: Knocker of rocks on April 05, 2017, 01:18:25 PM
Post by: Fl0und3rz on April 05, 2017, 01:49:29 PM
One more. 1963 Notchback.
Bought new after you graduated from high school?
Close.
Post by: bigjohn98591 on April 05, 2017, 01:51:14 PM
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I call her the "Beast" She's an 86 K5 Blazer, she has a tired 383. This is after I put the 3/4 ton axles in it. She normally has a cowl hood on it, but I was doing a bit of repair work to it at that time.
Post by: Knocker of rocks on April 05, 2017, 01:58:19 PM
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Post by: Sakko300wsm on April 07, 2017, 02:50:57 PM
Post by: huntnphool on April 07, 2017, 04:00:41 PM
I have a 69 Camaro I'm gonna start restoring this summer - hasn't been licensed since 71
:o
Post by: Buckmark on April 07, 2017, 04:22:48 PM
I have a 69 Camaro I'm gonna start restoring this summer - hasn't been licensed since 71Ya got me beat by 16yrs, I still have my first car that i drove in high school 1968 Mustang and it has been garaged since 1987. It will be my retirement project.
Post by: Mark Brenckle on April 07, 2017, 05:21:25 PM
One more. 1963 Notchback.:tup: Very nice! Had a '70 square back in HS that cured me of any desire to own another vdub, but I still appreciate a clean, very rare car.
Post by: Fl0und3rz on April 07, 2017, 05:42:08 PM
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Post by: Blacktail Sniper on February 22, 2019, 01:56:11 PM
My 1958 Chevy project ended up leaving one day when a fellow stopped by and offered considerably more for them than I had in them, so on they went to a new home.
Lets see what is being worked or what was finished since the last post...
Post by: Angry Perch on February 22, 2019, 03:10:33 PM
Post by: Buckmark on February 22, 2019, 04:15:40 PM
Coming up on 2 years since the last post, has any one made any progress on thier projects or picked-up something new?I am still not retired :( but 2yrs closer :chuckle:
My 1958 Chevy project ended up leaving one day when a fellow stopped by and offered considerably more for them than I had in them, so on they went to a new home.
Lets see what is being worked or what was finished since the last post...
Told myself in Oct i was going to get started on mine, its now almost March and have not started yet....
Post by: DRobnsn on February 22, 2019, 05:23:34 PM
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Post by: Axle on February 23, 2019, 09:09:35 AM
Well, it came to me like this.
Amazingly, it was mostly free of rust. Just a little surface rust in a few places.
Post by: Axle on February 23, 2019, 09:13:53 AM
Then years later, it was hit down the RT side and the front half of the RT qtr was sectioned. Again - '64 1/2 parts used but those are the same as the '66.
I was given a Chinese qtr to put on it. That was no fun at all!
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Post by: Axle on April 21, 2019, 08:32:42 AM
Post by: Axle on April 21, 2019, 08:36:38 AM
The plate is 1VM. Not a special ordered plate either but a collector edition. My mother said is stands for '1 vicious Mustang'. Pretty cool that they got that number.
Post by: Axle on April 21, 2019, 08:39:26 AM
Post by: Blacktail Sniper on April 21, 2019, 09:42:16 AM
Post by: Jpmiller on April 22, 2019, 07:52:42 AM
Post by: Blacktail Sniper on April 22, 2019, 08:20:18 AM
The brakes were not frozen, which surprised me, but they are also not working at all, so a complete brake redo.
Have to drain the "varnish" from the gas tank, may even need a new tank at this point.
Very little rust on it with a couple dime sized spots that have rusted through so far. But I have just not had time to dig into it correctly.
Post by: Jpmiller on April 22, 2019, 09:39:37 AM
I haven't had time to check if the engine is frozen from sitting, but at the least is a complete tune, oil change and have to get a battery.
The brakes were not frozen, which surprised me, but they are also not working at all, so a complete brake redo.
Have to drain the "varnish" from the gas tank, may even need a new tank at this point.
Very little rust on it with a couple dime sized spots that have rusted through so far. But I have just not had time to dig into it correctly.
Somehow I didn't realize 85 was thirty some years ago lol hope it's all in good enough shape it doesn't take too much to get her running. I've always hated having to flush out the old bad gas but I've never had to do it that old. Good luck!
Post by: JohnVH on April 22, 2019, 10:45:20 AM
Post by: Fish4Fun on April 22, 2019, 11:11:12 AM
And here is one of the engine bay. Looks nice.
Hope to see the car at the Spring Opener over at the XXX in May
Post by: DRobnsn on April 22, 2019, 02:50:31 PM
I haven't had time to check if the engine is frozen from sitting, but at the least is a complete tune, oil change and have to get a battery.
The brakes were not frozen, which surprised me, but they are also not working at all, so a complete brake redo.
Have to drain the "varnish" from the gas tank, may even need a new tank at this point.
Very little rust on it with a couple dime sized spots that have rusted through so far. But I have just not had time to dig into it correctly.
Somehow I didn't realize 85 was thirty some years ago lol hope it's all in good enough shape it doesn't take too much to get her running. I've always hated having to flush out the old bad gas but I've never had to do it that old. Good luck!
85 30 some years ago :bash: :chuckle:
Might be worth trying to run it. That old 80s gas is far better than the junk we have now.
Post by: DRobnsn on April 22, 2019, 02:52:56 PM
Latest project, it was passed on to me by some very old and close family friends. It was last driven in 1985 and parked in a garage where it sat until I pulled it out a couple months ago.
That car wash is kinda handy. Just wish they had a bit more pressure. Nice project!
Post by: trophyelk6x6 on April 22, 2019, 05:10:59 PM
Post by: BDildine on April 23, 2019, 08:41:13 AM
Not to much of a Hot Rod but a long time in the restoration.That’s a beauty of an unstyled!
Post by: JohnVH on April 23, 2019, 09:45:58 AM
Post by: Axle on April 25, 2019, 05:50:52 PM
Well, I did one of them a few years ago too.
It seemed like the parts would never end.
Sure looks nice now though.
It was a huge project for a buddy.
I also restored his dump truck a couple years before that.
Post by: WapitiTalk1 on April 25, 2019, 05:52:07 PM
Oh tractors....you just had to bring that one up!
Well, I did one of them a few years ago too.
It seemed like the parts would never end.
Sure looks nice now though.
It was a huge project for a buddy.
I also restored his dump truck a couple years before that.
How awesome it that!!
Post by: Axle on April 25, 2019, 06:35:02 PM
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Post by: Axle on April 26, 2019, 08:45:21 PM
Axle Do you do any do any paint work on the side .I used to but I'm a bit too old to keep doing this stuff.
Can I still do it? Sure I can - but I'm in too much pain to keep it up and reading glasses make it a challenge.
I was overworked when very young. I am quite talented at this kind of work but I'm exhausted at doing it. On my 9th birthday, I was given a new shovel by my evil stepdad. I thought it was the best gift ever because he had me digging at every waking hour. No young man these days can imagine what I went through.
My mother's current husband has a big list of vehicles he wants me to restore. If I could quit my current job and restore them for him, I would consider it. He is nicer than what I had to deal with when growing up but it doesn't matter. I have limited ability to do this work now. Fishing for walleye and crappie is much easier!
I've painted many candies and I've put many vehicles in shows over the past 4+ decades in several states. All of them have one have won numerous tropies (which I don't pat myself on the back for). It is nothing for me to paint a candy color.
It just doesn't matter to me now.
Post by: J.Brower on July 02, 2019, 07:43:05 PM
Thinking a cruise up north for our anniversary next weekend is in order!
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Post by: Axle on July 02, 2019, 07:51:33 PM
My mother and her husband entered the Mustang in their first car show recently.
They got their first trophy too.
They are quite happy.
Post by: Blacktail Sniper on July 02, 2019, 09:25:59 PM
Post by: Dan-o on July 02, 2019, 09:36:42 PM
Mother in-law decided to finally sell the 69 Camaro that’s been sitting in the shop since the late 90’s. She got it running last year, drove it for a week and parked it again. It’s going to it’s new home next week(my house). Going to clean her up and drive it this summer and start the refurb this winter. Needs a bit of body work and fresh paint, interior freshened up, and a solid tuneup/adjustment.
Thinking a cruise up north for our anniversary next weekend is in order!
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Jealous.
Love those.
Post by: DRobnsn on July 03, 2019, 11:44:01 AM
Mother in-law decided to finally sell the 69 Camaro that’s been sitting in the shop since the late 90’s. She got it running last year, drove it for a week and parked it again. It’s going to it’s new home next week(my house). Going to clean her up and drive it this summer and start the refurb this winter. Needs a bit of body work and fresh paint, interior freshened up, and a solid tuneup/adjustment.
Thinking a cruise up north for our anniversary next weekend is in order!
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Rally sport?
Post by: JohnVH on July 03, 2019, 12:13:54 PM
Post by: Rainier10 on July 03, 2019, 12:58:43 PM
Has the right headlights.:yeah:
And "rally sport" on the fender.
I have a fake RS/SS 68 camaro and a fake SS convertible 67 chevelle so this one could be fake but I am guessing it is a real one.
Post by: JohnVH on July 03, 2019, 01:55:27 PM
Post by: DRobnsn on July 03, 2019, 03:56:59 PM
I love the RS look, I might do it to my 67 camaro.
Ahhhh, wing windows, I miss em. I have a 69 Camaro and a 65 Chevelle, both in pieces.
The hot rod diesel truck I posted about previously is on the road now. I actually drove it to work for the first time today! I'll try to update with some pics when I get tapatalk working again.
Post by: DRobnsn on July 03, 2019, 03:58:33 PM
I love the RS look, I might do it to my 67 camaro.
Just don't let Johnny 5 near it :chuckle:
Post by: Fl0und3rz on July 03, 2019, 08:15:07 PM
https://spokane.craigslist.org/pts/d/spokane-classic/6926338431.html
Post by: BoomWhop on July 03, 2019, 09:05:24 PM
Post by: J.Brower on July 03, 2019, 09:38:42 PM
And I’ll post up some more pics after she gets a bath and quick wax job. Try to make her shine again
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Post by: Dan-o on July 03, 2019, 10:39:58 PM
Yes, true RS big block car. Need to lube up the fold away headlight motors to get them working properly again and track down a huge power drain in the electrical system. Going to do some fluid changes this Friday and sneak out of the house early next Friday to go get it and take the wife for an anniversary cruise. Might do the Dairy Queen cruise in next weekend too in mill creek if anyone else local wants to join in. A couple friends and their whole families usually bring a good selection of awesome cars!
And I’ll post up some more pics after she gets a bath and quick wax job. Try to make her shine again
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That old thing is going to get in the way of your fishing.
You should sell it to me.
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Post by: J.Brower on July 04, 2019, 06:19:29 AM
I don’t fish enough for it to get in the way 🤣Yes, true RS big block car. Need to lube up the fold away headlight motors to get them working properly again and track down a huge power drain in the electrical system. Going to do some fluid changes this Friday and sneak out of the house early next Friday to go get it and take the wife for an anniversary cruise. Might do the Dairy Queen cruise in next weekend too in mill creek if anyone else local wants to join in. A couple friends and their whole families usually bring a good selection of awesome cars!
And I’ll post up some more pics after she gets a bath and quick wax job. Try to make her shine again
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That old thing is going to get in the way of your fishing.
You should sell it to me.
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Post by: Dan-o on July 10, 2019, 08:05:46 PM
I don’t fish enough for it to get in the way 🤣Yes, true RS big block car. Need to lube up the fold away headlight motors to get them working properly again and track down a huge power drain in the electrical system. Going to do some fluid changes this Friday and sneak out of the house early next Friday to go get it and take the wife for an anniversary cruise. Might do the Dairy Queen cruise in next weekend too in mill creek if anyone else local wants to join in. A couple friends and their whole families usually bring a good selection of awesome cars!
And I’ll post up some more pics after she gets a bath and quick wax job. Try to make her shine again
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That old thing is going to get in the way of your fishing.
You should sell it to me.
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Then you need to fish more.
I am insanely jealous of that car.
Post by: DRobnsn on July 11, 2019, 10:45:48 AM
Well, got some fluids changed and battery charged, she fired up and ran like a top first try! As luck would have it a buddy bought a storage unit full of big block parts (and a GTO) so I have a hookup on all the little things it needs mechanically. Good start to the project!
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Awesome news! What would you ultimately like to do with the car?
I've had one in storage for 10 years that I raced a little when I was younger. Its the only car I've gotten pulled over in just because the officers wanted to talk cars.
Post by: lamrith on July 11, 2019, 02:15:55 PM
I have a project in early stages, but not of those vintages or caliber. It is now considered a classic by WA DOL though! Running/driving 200k mi 5.0L. Building a 393 stroker motor for it and going Carb at least initially.
All new suspension going in including IRS. Then comes finding someone for the bodywork and paint.
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Garage remodel project has it on hold for time being though. She has to have a properly setup salon for her make-over!
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Post by: Dan-o on July 11, 2019, 10:12:06 PM
Great looking truck and a great tribute to your brother. :tup:
:yeah:
Post by: Fl0und3rz on July 12, 2019, 01:59:19 AM
Post by: J.Brower on July 12, 2019, 10:12:25 PM
Well, got some fluids changed and battery charged, she fired up and ran like a top first try! As luck would have it a buddy bought a storage unit full of big block parts (and a GTO) so I have a hookup on all the little things it needs mechanically. Good start to the project!
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Awesome news! What would you ultimately like to do with the car?
I've had one in storage for 10 years that I raced a little when I was younger. Its the only car I've gotten pulled over in just because the officers wanted to talk cars.
Not quite sure what the end goal is for it yet. It is a perfect example of a survivor car so we might do all the mechanical stuff, clean up the interior a bit and clear coat it as is for now. It definitely got a lot of attention at the little show at DQ tonight with many comments about the condition for an unrestored car. Kind of leaning towards that and saving up for a nice paint/body job in a handful of years. Mostly I want it to be 100% reliable, with no mechanical issues(dreaming I know) that we can just jump in and go. Slowly but surely it will get there!
Wife was like a kid on Christmas when I came around the corner this morning as she had no clue I was bringing her home today. A couple of tears shed and away we went up to Deception Pass with our annual anniversary stop at the Shrimp Shack for some fish and chips. Carb needs attention first and foremost, as well as an HEI setup to get rid of the points system. It only died on us once due to a stuck needle in the carb and I’m guessing unhappy distributor. She’s running a little rich and a little out of time but all in all a successful trip!
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Post by: RugerRay on July 17, 2019, 06:46:08 AM
Post by: RugerRay on July 17, 2019, 08:15:32 AM
Not a hotrod, but have been working on a crummy. I love j's Camaro.
That's a sweet ride!
Post by: DRobnsn on July 17, 2019, 10:18:15 AM
Not a hotrod, but have been working on a crummy. I love j's Camaro.
Fun for everyone! Nice work!
Post by: hambone on July 18, 2019, 12:59:13 PM
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Post by: Fl0und3rz on July 18, 2019, 10:01:53 PM
All the rides look great always wanted to do hot rod work just didn't have the knowledge give me a a aircraft air frame no problem did all kind of work on them in my military life
Wrenching is wrenching. Get to work. Or get to youtube. Check out mustie1. That dude fixes anything from small engines to full vehicles.
Post by: Alchase on July 19, 2019, 06:18:23 AM
Bought from my step dad 2 years ago. His best friend of 41 years. Started the restoration this past winter. Hope to have paint by fall.
Noticing the hood, which motor?
Beautiful car!
Post by: DRobnsn on July 19, 2019, 10:12:57 AM
Very nice! I love those old vettes.All the rides look great always wanted to do hot rod work just didn't have the knowledge give me a a aircraft air frame no problem did all kind of work on them in my military life
Wrenching is wrenching. Get to work. Or get to youtube. Check out mustie1. That dude fixes anything from small engines to full vehicles.
Agreed, its all nuts and bolts. Aircraft can be hot rods too! Spendy though :chuckle:
Post by: HUNT on July 19, 2019, 10:21:09 AM
Bought from my step dad 2 years ago. His best friend of 41 years. Started the restoration this past winter. Hope to have paint by fall.
Noticing the hood, which motor?
Beautiful car!
Has a 307 in it right now. My dad had a guy rebuild the engine for him a long time ago and the 327 that was in it disappeared. Didn't figure it out until a water pump went out and he went to replace it. Oh well.
The car was totaled at one point in time. The guy my dad bought it from rebuilt it. There was nothing from the firewall forward at that time. The guy did a good job as most everything appears to be from a 67.
I plan to drop a 427 in it right before the paint.
Post by: Woodchuck on July 19, 2019, 10:25:15 AM
Post by: Rainier10 on July 19, 2019, 11:02:26 AM
Post by: HUNT on July 19, 2019, 05:24:48 PM
Here's a factory 427 4 speed car that my dad did about 10 years ago. Fun car to drive but hot as heck with that big block.
Beautiful car! 66?
Post by: Alchase on July 19, 2019, 06:20:13 PM
Ranier10, Beautiful car!
Post by: actionshooter on July 19, 2019, 07:31:53 PM
Not a hotrod, but have been working on a crummy. I love j's Camaro.That's pretty cool, sure hard to come by
Post by: Rainier10 on July 20, 2019, 09:52:26 PM
Yep 66.Here's a factory 427 4 speed car that my dad did about 10 years ago. Fun car to drive but hot as heck with that big block.
Beautiful car! 66?
Post by: JWEBB on July 26, 2019, 11:03:35 PM
Post by: JWEBB on July 26, 2019, 11:05:28 PM
Post by: JWEBB on July 26, 2019, 11:06:37 PM
Post by: PolarBear on July 26, 2019, 11:10:57 PM
Post by: JWEBB on July 26, 2019, 11:13:18 PM
My goal is to restore a 70'S High Boy and drop a 7.3 Powerstroke in it. Got my bro-in-law looking for victims.
My dad has a 78 parts truck he’s looking to unload if you need parts. But yeah that would be awesome with a 7.3
Post by: timberghost72 on July 27, 2019, 02:44:15 PM
My goal is to restore a 70'S High Boy and drop a 7.3 Powerstroke in it. Got my bro-in-law looking for victims.
My goal is the same but with a 70's crew cab. Love the look of those. It will go good sitting next to my 97 crew cab 7.3L.
I recently put in a set of Swamps injectors and 6 position TS chip along with rebuilding the fuel filter bowl and wow. Woke my truck up. Best 2k I've spent.
I also want to get a 67 Mustang. Been searching for a few months with not much luck. Had 2 of them in high school. Should have never sold them. They were 6 cylinders though but would have made great a restomod project.
Post by: PolarBear on July 27, 2019, 11:40:53 PM
Post by: Norman89 on July 29, 2019, 09:45:47 PM
Post by: Tapp8277 on September 30, 2019, 12:27:19 PM
Post by: DRobnsn on September 30, 2019, 12:50:47 PM
Also not necessarily a hot rod, but it’s been a fun dad/daughter project. I wish my first rig was this nice!
Great looking rig!
Post by: Tapp8277 on September 30, 2019, 12:58:53 PM
Also not necessarily a hot rod, but it’s been a fun dad/daughter project. I wish my first rig was this nice!
Great looking rig!
Thanks! One month til she gets her license :yike:
Post by: DRobnsn on September 30, 2019, 03:18:48 PM
Also not necessarily a hot rod, but it’s been a fun dad/daughter project. I wish my first rig was this nice!
Great looking rig!
Thanks! One month til she gets her license :yike:
Yikes is right! I've got 10.5 years until I have to do something similar! Have to figure out a way to slow down those years!
Post by: J.Brower on March 29, 2020, 04:55:06 PM
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Post by: huntnphool on March 29, 2020, 05:49:18 PM
Well, the Camaro project got a lot more expensive this year. Bought new Hedman Hedders for her, went to start the prep of having a new exhaust system put in today. Got both old headers off and noticed there are 2 different heads on the motor. Passenger side has round ports, drivers side is square port. Going to yank the motor this week and begin tear down to make sure nothing else was done improper, but don’t have high hopes. Going to end up doing aluminum heads, bigger cam, and probably have cylinders honed, new bearings and gaskets all the way around. Figure if I’m going to start tearing into it might as well go all the way! Headers look good though
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Good choice...”while you’re in there” :chuckle:
Post by: J.Brower on October 17, 2020, 06:56:12 PM
Update since last post; heads were matched, it ended up being a slice of the gasket was stuck on the head that I didn’t see in the poorly lit shop. Felt like an idiot after that. Got the exhaust system done with a pair of Flowmaster super 44’s. Couldn’t be happier with the job that was done. Everything is ran nice and tight, super clean and out of the way. Now we are pulling the motor for sure as it started burning oil pretty bad. It hazes at an idle pretty consistently, and you can smell it good when you give her the pickle. Going to drop in a bored out and built 454 we are starting on soon. Will keep the 396 for a future project for our son who’s arriving this spring (that’s what I’m telling the wife to get away with it anyway) I’m thinking we need to build him a big block Chevelle, but she’s certain if we go that route there’s a good chance we will be grandparents far too soon 🤣
Post by: Fl0und3rz on October 17, 2020, 07:33:04 PM
Post by: WAcoyotehunter on June 02, 2021, 08:38:08 PM
, 1964 galaxie 500 XL convertible. 53k miles, original except a newer top. 390fe was rebuilt but not finished, not seized up but needs plumbed and wired.
Post by: GWP on June 02, 2021, 09:14:08 PM
Thought about selling it but they are not worth much. Pulled the 9 quart pan and started thinking a out how much work was in it and what it would cost to build it today. Not selling it any more.
Had a whole lot of cars and I probably have one more build in me, but I think I will put it on a stand and fire it up once in a while.
Post by: Jpmiller on June 03, 2021, 05:51:28 AM
Resurrecting an old thread... I'm excited about my new project
, 1964 galaxie 500 XL convertible. 53k miles, original except a newer top. 390fe was rebuilt but not finished, not seized up but needs plumbed and wired.
Very cool car
Post by: Mossy on June 03, 2021, 06:16:54 AM
Resurrecting an old thread... I'm excited about my new project
, 1964 galaxie 500 XL convertible. 53k miles, original except a newer top. 390fe was rebuilt but not finished, not seized up but needs plumbed and wired.
Very nice :tup:
Post by: Fl0und3rz on June 03, 2021, 07:10:56 AM
Resurrecting an old thread... I'm excited about my new project
, 1964 galaxie 500 XL convertible. 53k miles, original except a newer top. 390fe was rebuilt but not finished, not seized up but needs plumbed and wired.
Very cool car
:yeah:
Sweet ride.
Post by: Mossy on June 04, 2021, 09:09:01 PM
Post by: WapitiTalk1 on June 04, 2021, 09:56:29 PM
Post by: huntnphool on June 05, 2021, 12:20:13 AM
Damn nice old cougar mister.:tup:
Post by: WAcoyotehunter on June 05, 2021, 06:16:01 AM
Post by: puyallupaul on June 05, 2021, 06:29:02 AM
Post by: bornhunter on June 05, 2021, 08:21:27 AM
Got this a couple a years ago. Just put in a T5 - 5 SPEED. More fun. Need to get some new TA's
Nice jeep too.
Post by: puyallupaul on June 05, 2021, 09:18:37 AM
Post by: ASHQUACK on June 05, 2021, 02:56:26 PM
Post by: ASHQUACK on June 05, 2021, 02:59:15 PM
Post by: Dan-o on June 05, 2021, 04:50:49 PM
Picked up a 69 camaro basket case. Some people shouldn't be allowed to work on cars.
I love '68-'69 Camaros.....
I don't have it in me to restore one, but they are one of my favs.
Post by: Farmer72 on June 06, 2021, 09:01:55 AM
Post by: ASHQUACK on June 06, 2021, 10:04:49 AM
Post by: CP on June 10, 2021, 08:48:27 AM
Here’s my latest money pit - 2019 Rad Mini. Upgrades:
KT 35-amp controller
KT-LCD color display
Bafang RM G060.750 geared hub motor
Dual batteries – 1,632wh total
Cloud 9 seat
Suspension seat post
Cable actuated hydraulic brakes
120db horn
Maybe turn signals next.
Post by: CP on June 17, 2021, 06:14:54 PM
Post by: Sakko300wsm on June 18, 2021, 07:13:21 AM
Picked up a 69 camaro basket case. Some people shouldn't be allowed to work on cars.Any details on the Camaro model wise? I’m starting on my 69 right now also
Post by: ASHQUACK on June 18, 2021, 02:46:03 PM
Picked up a 69 camaro basket case. Some people shouldn't be allowed to work on cars.Any details on the Camaro model wise? I’m starting on my 69 right now also
This one is a base (coupe) camaro non RS or SS. It has a small block 350 horse 350 (verified by block stamp). It was a 3 speed auto car that is now a 4 speed manual. Whe I bought the car it was a "runner". However upon closer inspection there was so.much wrong that I have torn apart everything under the hood and basically am starting over. The carb that was on it was a Quadra jet that had no gasket and sucked vacuum through the base plate. The old exhaust manifold someone had taken the copper return lines chopped them off and peened them over. The exhaust was welded to the hangers one of which was welded to the gas tank. The radiator was fairly new but was for a 6 cylinder. When I yanked the radiator hoses off the upper neck of the water pump was almost rusted through. There Original core support was also rusted to the point that it was almost completely through.
I have (so far) replaced the intake with a performer, carburetor with a Holly brawler removed the old exhaust and replaced with Doug's ceramic coated headers. I went with a mini starter and a new aluminum water pump and 2 core champion radiator with electric fan. Polished aluminum pullies and a new one wire alternator. I bought an ADM replacement core support and battery tray.
About it for now. As we figured out the car was wrecked at some point and needs some attention in the frame department. Once the frame issue is taken care of we'll finish putting it back together and I'll (hopefully) be able to cruise it a little bit this summer. But once the rains hit and summer is over she will undergo a complete frame off restoration. I'm currently planning on keeping the outside stock however going to upgrade to 4 corner wildwood disc brakes and coil over suspension also plan to go to a Ford 9" with posi. Should be a modest improvement in how the car drives.
Post by: Farmer72 on June 18, 2021, 03:58:19 PM
Picked up a 69 camaro basket case. Some people shouldn't be allowed to work on cars.Any details on the Camaro model wise? I’m starting on my 69 right now also
This one is a base (coupe) camaro non RS or SS. It has a small block 350 horse 350 (verified by block stamp). It was a 3 speed auto car that is now a 4 speed manual. Whe I bought the car it was a "runner". However upon closer inspection there was so.much wrong that I have torn apart everything under the hood and basically am starting over. The carb that was on it was a Quadra jet that had no gasket and sucked vacuum through the base plate. The old exhaust manifold someone had taken the copper return lines chopped them off and peened them over. The exhaust was welded to the hangers one of which was welded to the gas tank. The radiator was fairly new but was for a 6 cylinder. When I yanked the radiator hoses off the upper neck of the water pump was almost rusted through. There Original core support was also rusted to the point that it was almost completely through.
I have (so far) replaced the intake with a performer, carburetor with a Holly brawler removed the old exhaust and replaced with Doug's ceramic coated headers. I went with a mini starter and a new aluminum water pump and 2 core champion radiator with electric fan. Polished aluminum pullies and a new one wire alternator. I bought an ADM replacement core support and battery tray.
About it for now. As we figured out the car was wrecked at some point and needs some attention in the frame department. Once the frame issue is taken care of we'll finish putting it back together and I'll (hopefully) be able to cruise it a little bit this summer. But once the rains hit and summer is over she will undergo a complete frame off restoration. I'm currently planning on keeping the outside stock however going to upgrade to 4 corner wildwood disc brakes and coil over suspension also plan to go to a Ford 9" with posi. Should be a modest improvement in how the car drives.
If you were in search of a Strange 9" third member with 4.10 gears and a detroit locker I happen to know where one is. I put 3.50 with a trutrac in my 9".
Post by: ASHQUACK on June 18, 2021, 06:13:24 PM
If you were in search of a Strange 9" third member with 4.10 gears and a detroit locker I happen to know where one is. I put 3.50 with a trutrac in my 9".
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I actually have a line on a new rear end set up for 4 link cut for a mini tub and and disc brakes for right around 2100.00.
Thanks for the offer though I appreciate it.
Post by: ASHQUACK on June 25, 2021, 10:20:09 PM
Post by: ASHQUACK on June 25, 2021, 10:21:59 PM
Post by: CP on July 06, 2021, 03:46:34 PM
A lot of nice machines in this thread, love the tractor. Do bicycles count?
Here’s my latest money pit - 2019 Rad Mini. Upgrades:
KT 35-amp controller
KT-LCD color display
Bafang RM G060.750 geared hub motor
Dual batteries – 1,632wh total
Cloud 9 seat
Suspension seat post
Cable actuated hydraulic brakes
120db horn
Maybe turn signals next.
I'm thinking J1772 charging next, now that the turn signals are in. Extend my range, tap some free watt hours.
Post by: turkeyfeather on July 06, 2021, 07:33:27 PM
Post by: CP on July 31, 2021, 06:59:05 AM
Charging :)
Post by: ASHQUACK on September 24, 2021, 07:55:01 PM
Post by: huntnphool on September 24, 2021, 11:14:17 PM
Post by: ASHQUACK on September 25, 2021, 01:13:46 AM
Ouch!Yeah. Time for s few upgrqdes.
Post by: KB88 on September 25, 2021, 07:37:51 AM
Currently off the frame. Can’t wait to get the body back on.
Post by: jstone on September 25, 2021, 08:16:53 AM
Post by: ASHQUACK on September 25, 2021, 10:04:51 AM
Wow that piston looks mangledIt came out in 4 pieces. It's been broke for a while as there was lots of carbon built up in places. Just ordered a set of 205 aluminum heads and will be getting a stroker kit for it soon. Hoping to be able to salvage the block but everything else is going bye bye. Shooting for 575 horse.
Post by: ASHQUACK on September 25, 2021, 10:06:46 AM
Post by: Jpmiller on September 25, 2021, 10:14:51 AM
We did a job in north Seattle in what was a vacant lot next to an auto repair shop. Probably dug about thirty in similar shape out of the ground. They were laying all over and it'd freak me out every time, my first thought was always it had shot out of the machine.
Post by: jeffro on September 25, 2021, 10:26:58 AM
My dad and I built a ‘56 Ford panel when I was a kid
Then he sold it when completed……
:bdid:
Post by: ASHQUACK on September 25, 2021, 10:36:07 AM
Looks salvageable :chuckle:
We did a job in north Seattle in what was a vacant lot next to an auto repair shop. Probably dug about thirty in similar shape out of the ground. They were laying all over and it'd freak me out every time, my first thought was always it had shot out of the machine.
Everything inside that block was salvageable. Went to the salvage yard. Block is headed to the machine shop for inspection and hopefully the needed work. Number 2 hole is cracked so at a minimum it's getting a sleeve. After the machine shop I'll know more about where I am at.
Post by: lewy on September 25, 2021, 03:04:07 PM
Also not necessarily a hot rod, but it’s been a fun dad/daughter project. I wish my first rig was this nice!.
Had one just like it in high school, cool truck! I bought the house across the street kitty corner to you so I see that truck daily!
Post by: RugerRay on October 28, 2021, 01:45:50 PM
Post by: Woodchuck on October 28, 2021, 02:39:01 PM
Post by: Stein on October 28, 2021, 02:45:11 PM
I was recently gifted this one owner, 1967 Ford with a 352 from a very generous coworker and towed it home last night. My coworker's parents bought it brand new, and has been parked since they were no longer able to drive in 2000. Been garage kept for the past 21 years and ran when it was parked. My oldest son turns 16 next April and I'll be surprising him with it this weekend. It's going to be our winter project together and I hope to have it road worthy for him to start driving next spring. Main goal is to get it to start, stop and safely roll down the road for now before getting all fancy. I'm thinking a clear coat over the original paint would be pretty sweet though.
Awesome, I drove a fire truck red 67 in high school. Man, do I wish I didn't have to sell it. Same engine, I got tired of people telling me I was an idiot and it was a 351.
Post by: BoomWhop on October 28, 2021, 02:52:34 PM
Post by: Dan-o on October 28, 2021, 04:08:52 PM
Just finished this project this summer. 1st time on the road after 60 years.
AWESOME
Post by: Badhabit on October 28, 2021, 05:22:44 PM
Post by: Alchase on October 28, 2021, 07:19:41 PM
Just finished this project this summer. 1st time on the road after 60 years.
Very cool!
Is it stock? If not I would Rat that bad boy out, :chuckle:
Post by: RugerRay on October 29, 2021, 07:25:34 AM
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Those trucks sure look good in red. I'm sure a lot of us wish we could go back in time and grab our high school vehicle. For me it was a '71 FJ40. Haha. I've had to explain the 352 motor several times already.
Post by: HntnFsh on October 29, 2021, 07:24:23 PM
I was recently gifted this one owner, 1967 Ford with a 352 from a very generous coworker and towed it home last night. My coworker's parents bought it brand new, and has been parked since they were no longer able to drive in 2000. Been garage kept for the past 21 years and ran when it was parked. My oldest son turns 16 next April and I'll be surprising him with it this weekend. It's going to be our winter project together and I hope to have it road worthy for him to start driving next spring. Main goal is to get it to start, stop and safely roll down the road for now before getting all fancy. I'm thinking a clear coat over the original paint would be pretty sweet though.
Very cool. Had a 67 in blue and white with a 352 and 4 speed that my former father in law gave me. He paid $2700 for it brand new!
Post by: bigmacc on October 30, 2021, 07:45:12 PM
Awesome, I drove a fire truck red 67 in high school. Man, do I wish I didn't have to sell it. Same engine, I got tired of people telling me I was an idiot and it was a 351.
Those trucks sure look good in red. I'm sure a lot of us wish we could go back in time and grab our high school vehicle. For me it was a '71 FJ40. Haha. I've had to explain the 352 motor several times already.
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I would love to have my High school rig back, I kick myself everytime I think of it, 48 Willys, had it for years, put in a 327 and sold it for college money. My dad brought it back from Alaska, it was an old Army surplus rig with an arctic cab they used up there to deliver mail. He brought it down and it turned into a project, wish I still had it, sold it for a fraction of what I could of. :bash: :bash: Showed a picture of it to someone years ago, he said I was sitting on a gold mine, I sold it along with the original motor that only had 33,009 miles on it for......Way less than I should have :chuckle:, young and dumb :tup:
Post by: ASHQUACK on February 08, 2022, 04:45:19 AM
Time to move this post up again. An update Is needed.Looks salvageable :chuckle:
We did a job in north Seattle in what was a vacant lot next to an auto repair shop. Probably dug about thirty in similar shape out of the ground. They were laying all over and it'd freak me out every time, my first thought was always it had shot out of the machine.
Everything inside that block was salvageable. Went to the salvage yard. Block is headed to the machine shop for inspection and hopefully the needed work. Number 2 hole is cracked so at a minimum it's getting a sleeve. After the machine shop I'll know more about where I am at.
After some down time and a few conversations we (I) decided that simply scrap the block an just start over. Found an unmolested 350 4 bolt main bare block. Purchased it and sent it off to be squared and honed out 10 over. Ordered a new set of Manley pistons and h beam connecting rods. A nice new set of aluminum 202 heads that'll have Manley valves. Pretty much the ou thing from the original motor will.be the crank. Here's a pic of the block after the machine shop did their thing and balanced all the internals. Should pump out around 550-575 ponies after all.is said and done.
Post by: Ghost Hunter on February 08, 2022, 06:12:11 AM
Just finished this project this summer. 1st time on the road after 60 years.
Very cool!
Is it stock? If not I would Rat that bad boy out, :chuckle:
Looks like a little aftermarket work done to that. Nice ride. :tup:
Post by: huntnphool on February 08, 2022, 11:56:53 PM
:tup:Time to move this post up again. An update Is needed.Looks salvageable :chuckle:
We did a job in north Seattle in what was a vacant lot next to an auto repair shop. Probably dug about thirty in similar shape out of the ground. They were laying all over and it'd freak me out every time, my first thought was always it had shot out of the machine.
Everything inside that block was salvageable. Went to the salvage yard. Block is headed to the machine shop for inspection and hopefully the needed work. Number 2 hole is cracked so at a minimum it's getting a sleeve. After the machine shop I'll know more about where I am at.
After some down time and a few conversations we (I) decided that simply scrap the block an just start over. Found an unmolested 350 4 bolt main bare block. Purchased it and sent it off to be squared and honed out 10 over. Ordered a new set of Manley pistons and h beam connecting rods. A nice new set of aluminum 202 heads that'll have Manley valves. Pretty much the ou thing from the original motor will.be the crank. Here's a pic of the block after the machine shop did their thing and balanced all the internals. Should pump out around 550-575 ponies after all.is said and done.
Post by: Sakko300wsm on February 11, 2022, 06:17:01 AM
Post by: 2MANY on February 11, 2022, 08:24:04 AM
Gonna be nice weather this weekend.
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Post by: Sakko300wsm on February 11, 2022, 08:57:36 AM
My 69 Camaro is coming along - getting close to being ready for paint. Was going to just make it a driver, but turned into a full frame off resto
Post by: Sakko300wsm on February 11, 2022, 08:58:57 AM
My 69 Camaro is coming along - getting close to being ready for paint. Was going to just make it a driver, but turned into a full frame off resto
Post by: Sakko300wsm on February 11, 2022, 09:00:01 AM
My 69 Camaro is coming along - getting close to being ready for paint. Was going to just make it a driver, but turned into a full frame off resto
Post by: Sakko300wsm on February 11, 2022, 09:00:59 AM
My 69 Camaro is coming along - getting close to being ready for paint. Was going to just make it a driver, but turned into a full frame off resto
Post by: BoomWhop on February 11, 2022, 10:24:17 AM
Just finished this project this summer. 1st time on the road after 60 years.
Very cool!
Is it stock? If not I would Rat that bad boy out, :chuckle:
Looks like a little aftermarket work done to that. Nice ride. :tup:
No far from stock, it has a 1959 389 Pontiac Motor, it is channeled, has freched in tail lights and custom back bumper with the gas tank moved into the trunk. 9 inch rearend and a tremec 500 5 speed tranny.
Post by: Jpmiller on February 11, 2022, 11:27:08 AM
Post by: ASHQUACK on February 11, 2022, 01:09:17 PM
Post by: Sakko300wsm on February 11, 2022, 01:42:52 PM
That camaro looks sweet.
Thanx!! Almost ready for paint (3more weeks or so) have all the new suspension here at the house ready to go in. Going to take all the original out next week- under coat it and bolt in right before top coat. Converting to 4 wheel disc , rack and pinion steering and Hotchkis 2” drop all around and 18” aluminum rally’s
Post by: ASHQUACK on February 11, 2022, 01:56:01 PM
That's awesome.That camaro looks sweet.
Thanx!! Almost ready for paint (3more weeks or so) have all the new suspension here at the house ready to go in. Going to take all the original out next week- under coat it and bolt in right before top coat. Converting to 4 wheel disc , rack and pinion steering and Hotchkis 2” drop all around and 18” aluminum rally’s
I'm hoping to start the engine build this weekend. I also have coil.overs, Ford 9" posi, tremec tkx, 4 wheel disc brakes to.do. Mine got a chin lift, 4" cowl hood and new trunk lid for Xmas. New carpet and headliner are sitting in storage. One the running gear and suspension are done I'm going to start in on body and paint and a new vinyl top.
Post by: ASHQUACK on February 11, 2022, 01:57:59 PM
Post by: Sakko300wsm on February 11, 2022, 02:08:15 PM
That's awesome.That camaro looks sweet.
Thanx!! Almost ready for paint (3more weeks or so) have all the new suspension here at the house ready to go in. Going to take all the original out next week- under coat it and bolt in right before top coat. Converting to 4 wheel disc , rack and pinion steering and Hotchkis 2” drop all around and 18” aluminum rally’s
I'm hoping to start the engine build this weekend. I also have coil.overs, Ford 9" posi, tremec tkx, 4 wheel disc brakes to.do. Mine got a chin lift, 4" cowl hood and new trunk lid for Xmas. New carpet and headliner are sitting in storage. One the running gear and suspension are done I'm going to start in on body and paint and a new vinyl top.
Awesome looks sweet!! Is that the original color??
4” cowl because all the cool stuff wouldn’t fit under? I found a factory 69 2” cowl still in the box I picked up
Post by: ASHQUACK on February 11, 2022, 02:58:29 PM
Yes car was/is hugger orange and had a black vinyl top. Basically the hood is to fit what's eventually going in there. Not going to be much space even with it that much taller.That's awesome.That camaro looks sweet.
Thanx!! Almost ready for paint (3more weeks or so) have all the new suspension here at the house ready to go in. Going to take all the original out next week- under coat it and bolt in right before top coat. Converting to 4 wheel disc , rack and pinion steering and Hotchkis 2” drop all around and 18” aluminum rally’s
I'm hoping to start the engine build this weekend. I also have coil.overs, Ford 9" posi, tremec tkx, 4 wheel disc brakes to.do. Mine got a chin lift, 4" cowl hood and new trunk lid for Xmas. New carpet and headliner are sitting in storage. One the running gear and suspension are done I'm going to start in on body and paint and a new vinyl top.
Awesome looks sweet!! Is that the original color??
4” cowl because all the cool stuff wouldn’t fit under? I found a factory 69 2” cowl still in the box I picked up
Post by: Angry Perch on February 11, 2022, 03:14:37 PM
Yes car was/is hugger orange and had a black vinyl top. Basically the hood is to fit what's eventually going in there. Not going to be much space even with it that much taller.That's awesome.That camaro looks sweet.
Thanx!! Almost ready for paint (3more weeks or so) have all the new suspension here at the house ready to go in. Going to take all the original out next week- under coat it and bolt in right before top coat. Converting to 4 wheel disc , rack and pinion steering and Hotchkis 2” drop all around and 18” aluminum rally’s
I'm hoping to start the engine build this weekend. I also have coil.overs, Ford 9" posi, tremec tkx, 4 wheel disc brakes to.do. Mine got a chin lift, 4" cowl hood and new trunk lid for Xmas. New carpet and headliner are sitting in storage. One the running gear and suspension are done I'm going to start in on body and paint and a new vinyl top.
Awesome looks sweet!! Is that the original color??
4” cowl because all the cool stuff wouldn’t fit under? I found a factory 69 2” cowl still in the box I picked up
Do I hear that telltale whine of a blower in your future?
Post by: ASHQUACK on February 11, 2022, 04:25:28 PM
Post by: J.Brower on March 19, 2022, 09:40:17 PM
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Post by: Blacktail Sniper on March 20, 2022, 11:54:56 AM
Post by: Dan-o on March 20, 2022, 01:29:46 PM
You guys need to finish them up and then tire of them so I can take it off your hands.
Post by: J.Brower on March 20, 2022, 06:44:25 PM
I really love those old Camaros!!!Dan, you’ll have to pry this one from my wife’s cold dead hands (I’m assuming she is going to outlive me)
You guys need to finish them up and then tire of them so I can take it off your hands.
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Post by: ASHQUACK on March 20, 2022, 08:28:36 PM
I really love those old Camaros!!!
You guys need to finish them up and then tire of them so I can take it off your hands.
Yeah, umm, no.
The 69 canaro has been my dream car since high school a few years ago. Once it's done I will keep it, in fact I'm going to request being buried in it after I die.
Post by: Dan-o on March 20, 2022, 08:33:05 PM
I really love those old Camaros!!!
You guys need to finish them up and then tire of them so I can take it off your hands.
Yeah, umm, no.
The 69 canaro has been my dream car since high school a few years ago. Once it's done I will keep it, in fact I'm going to request being buried in it after I die.
I just need one of you to fully finish the project, and then tire of it.
I'm not sure I care which one.
Oh, and I have fished with both of you......... shouldn't that count for something?
I am super jealous.
They are also my dream hotrod project.
Post by: J.Brower on March 21, 2022, 07:51:01 AM
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Post by: Dan-o on March 21, 2022, 07:53:51 AM
Dan, I’ll take you for a ride in it once it’s done, but when the ride is over you must exit the vehicle
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Deal!
Post by: Rem14 on March 21, 2022, 03:28:52 PM
1949 Ford F-4 (Under Construction)
1954 Ford Customline Club Coupe
Post by: jburkett on March 30, 2022, 07:43:51 PM
Here's mine. 1971 Plymouth duster. Small block 4 speed carthis thread has been going on for so long now that I’ve had time to completely restore my old hot rod! Upgrades since 2017 include two new lower quarters, two new lower fenders, new rear suspension, new front disc brakes, new interior, new wheels and tires, full length sub frame connectors,new gears and sure grip unit out back, new rebuilt fast ratio four speed manual with a mccloud clutch, full rebuild of the small block that was in it with a hotter cam, Doug’s headers, and 750 double pumper, and obviously a new paint job. I did all of the work myself right here in my two car garage with lots of help from my son, and my good buddy nathan. This was my first car purchased 8/1/1998 at 15 years old
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Post by: Boss .300 winmag on March 30, 2022, 09:24:03 PM
More
Nicely done.👍
Post by: Alchase on March 31, 2022, 11:50:02 AM
Post by: ASHQUACK on March 31, 2022, 04:33:07 PM
I'll let ya drive mine ONCE....Dan, I’ll take you for a ride in it once it’s done, but when the ride is over you must exit the vehicle
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Deal!
Post by: jdb on March 31, 2022, 05:14:24 PM
Post by: jburkett on March 31, 2022, 10:01:45 PM
Nice car joe!. Thank you!
Post by: Dan-o on March 31, 2022, 10:29:52 PM
I'll let ya drive mine ONCE....Dan, I’ll take you for a ride in it once it’s done, but when the ride is over you must exit the vehicle
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Deal!
I'm in!
Post by: Mossy on April 02, 2022, 09:30:34 PM
Post by: Blacktail Sniper on April 03, 2022, 03:32:17 AM
Hope to see some of you at the Spokane speed and custom show next week
Are you participating or just going to check it out?
Post by: Mossy on April 03, 2022, 09:36:35 AM
Hope to see some of you at the Spokane speed and custom show next week
Are you participating or just going to check it out?
Both
Post by: Magnum_Willys on April 03, 2022, 11:19:03 AM
Post by: J.Brower on April 03, 2022, 05:05:34 PM
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Deck lid gaps are dialed and new quarter/tail panel are ready to be permanently attached
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One fender ready to fit the new one (ran out of argon so I started on the front end one night)
Car should be ready for epoxy in 2 weeks if everything goes as planned between now and then!
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Post by: Flaming Antler Outdoors on May 14, 2022, 08:37:37 AM
Post by: Sakko300wsm on May 18, 2022, 08:05:37 AM
Got her in epoxy last week, starting filler/primer/sanding tomorrow! Should be in paint in 3ish weeks. Also picked up wheels from powder coat, they should look killer with the same color rally stripes over the metallic black! (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220514/cbed406df62260fd3bf23f6a3aa99ee5.jpg)
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looks great!!
Post by: Dan-o on May 18, 2022, 08:26:16 AM
Got her in epoxy last week, starting filler/primer/sanding tomorrow! Should be in paint in 3ish weeks. Also picked up wheels from powder coat, they should look killer with the same color rally stripes over the metallic black! (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220514/cbed406df62260fd3bf23f6a3aa99ee5.jpg)
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That thing is just gonna look vicious.....
looks great!!
Post by: Sakko300wsm on May 19, 2022, 05:25:47 AM
Post by: Boss .300 winmag on May 30, 2022, 08:41:55 PM
Post by: Sakko300wsm on May 31, 2022, 10:03:34 AM
Sakko this going to be a sweet ride.👍
Thanks!! Coming along pretty good now. All new suspension in and all metal on
Post by: Sakko300wsm on June 28, 2022, 08:47:33 AM
Post by: 2MANY on June 28, 2022, 11:04:11 AM
Clean cars and great traction!!!
Post by: J.Brower on July 06, 2022, 06:51:22 AM
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Would be great to be doing this in a shop rather than a tent though
Post by: Dan-o on July 06, 2022, 07:22:16 AM
Post by: J.Brower on July 06, 2022, 08:14:21 AM
Can't wait to see it.Me either!
I’m itching to see how it comes out
Post by: Sakko300wsm on July 06, 2022, 11:28:22 AM
Post by: J.Brower on July 06, 2022, 01:20:45 PM
what are you doing for power?Currently has a 396/th400. Next year we are building a .030 over 454 and manual. Have most of the 454 parts, just need to get heads and block machined and everything balanced plus gaskets/bearings/seals etc.
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Post by: ASHQUACK on July 06, 2022, 07:14:48 PM
The waiting for stuff, it sucks!what are you doing for power?Currently has a 396/th400. Next year we are building a .030 over 454 and manual. Have most of the 454 parts, just need to get heads and block machined and everything balanced plus gaskets/bearings/seals etc.
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I almost,, ALMOST, understand why I see so many unfinished projects and project's for sale. I've had most of my new motor parts for almost a year now and waiting for stuff to get "done" by others is painful.
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Post by: HntnFsh on July 09, 2022, 07:27:13 AM
Going to need a good wet sand and cut/buff to get all of the trash out of it. We were getting a lot of little fibers floating around the booth, kind of expecting a little bit of it, but not as bad as it was. The joys of doing it yourself with not perfect equipment, but i can’t complain with the cost!
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Wet sanding and buffing sucks, but sure does make a difference. Looking forward to seeing more pics!
I painted a 70 Cutlass outside one time. About the nicest paint job I did. Got 1 little gnat in it that was easy to take care of. Only reason I tried it was because I was going through a divorce, money was tight. No access to a booth and happened to read an article about it in Hot Rod magazine. Picked a nice calm morning and went after it. I was surprised how good it turned out. Got a lot of compliments on it.
Post by: J.Brower on July 21, 2022, 10:10:50 PM
Post by: HntnFsh on July 22, 2022, 05:28:38 AM
More developments in “what actually is/was the car”. In doing the dash/gauges and wiring I got to looking up factory tach options, mine has a 5.5k redline, 7k max which was only installed in BB 396 cars. Doing a little more poking around tonight, it has the BB fan shroud bracket, which this particular one was only on 69 396 cars. I am starting to think it may be an SS/RS, rather than the RS we have been thinking. Power disk in the front, multi leaf pack in the rear, turbo 400, cowl hood also point to BB, but were also SB options. Unfortunately we will never know for sure, but the more I dig the more it points to SS/RS 396… granted all of these things could have been swapped at one point, but I am not so sure that they would swap the tach, as well as a little fan shroud bracket to match the motor when they weren’t concerned enough to keep the trim tag in the car…
Can you find out by going off the vin number? Maybe contacting GM?
Post by: J.Brower on July 22, 2022, 08:06:50 AM
Vin tells you nothing other than 2 door hardtop coupe, when and where it was built. There is a fisher body tag that tells everything else, but that is missing on our car.More developments in “what actually is/was the car”. In doing the dash/gauges and wiring I got to looking up factory tach options, mine has a 5.5k redline, 7k max which was only installed in BB 396 cars. Doing a little more poking around tonight, it has the BB fan shroud bracket, which this particular one was only on 69 396 cars. I am starting to think it may be an SS/RS, rather than the RS we have been thinking. Power disk in the front, multi leaf pack in the rear, turbo 400, cowl hood also point to BB, but were also SB options. Unfortunately we will never know for sure, but the more I dig the more it points to SS/RS 396… granted all of these things could have been swapped at one point, but I am not so sure that they would swap the tach, as well as a little fan shroud bracket to match the motor when they weren’t concerned enough to keep the trim tag in the car…
Can you find out by going off the vin number? Maybe contacting GM?
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Post by: JohnVH on July 22, 2022, 08:35:24 AM
Post by: JohnVH on July 22, 2022, 08:40:49 AM
Back home and officially ready for paint - just waiting for my slot to open up at the paint shop
Did you have someone local do some bodywork?
Post by: Sakko300wsm on July 22, 2022, 09:14:07 AM
Back home and officially ready for paint - just waiting for my slot to open up at the paint shop
Did you have someone local do some bodywork?
I did have a bit of local work done to it , and I put all new suspension in it. Engine is on order and waiting for the paint shop to get me in
Post by: JohnVH on July 22, 2022, 09:44:12 AM
Post by: Sakko300wsm on July 22, 2022, 09:53:26 AM
Ok, Ive been tempted to find someone to hang sheet metal for me to speed the process up, Ive had this thing for too long, to have never driven it yet, haha. Cool there is so many in our area, (Im lynden also)
Oh ok cool! Ya there’s a few around here.
I’ve never driven mine as well
Post by: J.Brower on July 22, 2022, 12:03:21 PM
I told the wife on the next one I will do all of the sheet metal work, then it’s getting passed off for finish body work as that stuff frustrates me to no end!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20220722/a7884419ad53d822b878e9d8392a2a38.jpg)
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Post by: Flaming Antler Outdoors on July 22, 2022, 05:39:04 PM
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Post by: Dan-o on August 24, 2022, 08:40:43 PM
Well, she still smokes em! Doing final cut and buff tomorrow/Friday night, then just a few minor things left for this years projects. It’s time to drive the wheels off it before the weather turns! Is anyone else here going to the rod run in longbeach? We will be there Wednesday-Monday if anyone else will be in town. I’ll post pics once she’s finished
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Would you PLEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEZE hurry up and get tired of this car and then decide that it's only right to sell it to an old friend at well below market. It should go without saying that the tallest old friend gets first crack at it.
Post by: J.Brower on August 24, 2022, 08:57:34 PM
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Post by: Dan-o on August 24, 2022, 09:27:23 PM
But I WANT that car....
Post by: ASHQUACK on September 02, 2022, 04:09:35 AM
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Post by: Flaming Antler Outdoors on September 02, 2022, 07:46:19 AM
Mike Davison Speed Shop u tube
Post by: Jpmiller on September 04, 2022, 07:30:29 PM
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Post by: Jpmiller on September 04, 2022, 07:42:14 PM
You and your wife have great smiles - but, we want to see the car, man!
I know, I took my two oldest out for a ride too and that's the only photo I took. It drives my whole family nuts I'm terrible at remembering to take pictures, but look how nice the dash looks! And the signed glove box is one of my favorite parts.
Post by: Phillip.beaudry on September 04, 2022, 09:25:00 PM
Didn't take a very good photo of the car but got to take my old man's cobra out for a spin with my wife while he and grandma had their hands full with the four little ones. The car scares me but I did get it up all the way to 70 once lol
a real cobra?
Post by: Jpmiller on September 05, 2022, 12:55:11 PM
Didn't take a very good photo of the car but got to take my old man's cobra out for a spin with my wife while he and grandma had their hands full with the four little ones. The car scares me but I did get it up all the way to 70 once lol
a real cobra?
It's an original but it's not all original.ithas a new 427 in it and tranny and was repainted and generally touched up at the same time. I think it originally was a 289 or 302. Previous owner did the work and sat on it until my dad bought it with like 500 miles on the new engine.
Post by: Phillip.beaudry on September 06, 2022, 10:35:10 PM
Post by: Jpmiller on September 07, 2022, 06:37:21 AM
that's more original than most of them out there. I would kill to drive one, but not you, so don't worry. hahaha.
I'm more a fan of the big boat sedans than the little fast ones, going fast scares me to be honest but that thing is pretty fun to tool around in and you can't beat the sound of it.
Post by: actionshooter on September 27, 2022, 10:07:15 PM
350/400, AC car
Post by: actionshooter on September 27, 2022, 10:08:31 PM