Project FNQUIK

[lhkustoms]

Wayne congrats on getting the transport date set. I know its been along time coming. Now go get the honey do's finished so you can finish the garage up in time for your homecoming. :unibrow:

[Flash68]

Almost there man! Getting more exciting by the day. :thumbsup:

[tones2SS]

Thanks evrybody. I alread warned the wife when it gets here her car gets kicked to the curb!

lol:lol:
Can't wait till it's here in MA Wayne.:thumbsup:

[DOOM]

Any pickup date??

[waynieZ]

Same as before Mario April 21-23. It would be great to get it a little earlier in the week maybe the 19th but I doubt it.
Luke & Dave thanks Tony I feel the same way.
I sent Mike an E mail Friday night to ask how its going but haven't got a reply yet . He probably didn't see it until today. I also asked if he had any pictues of the parts even if their not in yet. ( Fab 9, tank ...) Getting super excited now.

[DOOM]

Same as before Mario April 21-23. It would be great to get it a little earlier in the week maybe the 19th but I doubt it.
Luke & Dave thanks Tony I feel the same way.
I sent Mike an E mail Friday night to ask how its going but haven't got a reply yet . He probably didn't see it until today. I also asked if he had any pictues of the parts even if their not in yet. ( Fab 9, tank ...) Getting super excited now.

A............ Wayne ^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
I know Mike had some bad weather (SEVERE HAIL!!!) a week ago. Did this change the delivery date???

[waynieZ]

Yes it did change. I sent him an e mail to see how he was doing on the car and he said he had to deal with some other stuff from the storm and he would get back to me with another date.

[tones2SS]

Getting close Wayne.
You must be excited. Hope she gets home soon.:cheers:

[DOOM]

Wayne ????????????

[waynieZ]

Nothing yet Mario. I E Mailed him twice last week and no answer. If I don't hear by tomorrow I'm going to call him and see whats up. Its got to be almost done. I hope.

[67ragtp]

Wayne-You truly have the patience of a saint. I hope he makes it happen soon, there is no excuse for the amount of time you have waited.

Rich

[Greg from Aus]

Wayne-You truly have the patience of a saint. I hope he makes it happen soon, there is no excuse for the amount of time you have waited.

Rich

X2

Greg

[awr68]

Hang in there buddy! :cheers:

[waynieZ]

I got an e mail from him he cut his foot and couldn't work on it for the last two weeks. So I have no idea when it will be done. It has to be soon its putting strain on my wife and I and no one or any car is worth that.

[68MaroSam]

Hang in there Wayne. The quality will be worth it.

[tones2SS]

Wayne, hang in there buddy. I know it's easier said than done.
I hope you get your car soon.

[Lenie]

Been there Wayne and it is a strain on everyone around you. It's better sitting in your garage, working on it at your convenience rather than getting your hopes up for unfulfilled promises for one excuse after another. It was an absolute miserable time in my life and I feel for you. It will be nice once you get it back but no matter how nice the work is on it, it's not worth the mental agony you're going through at present time. I personally will never farm out paint work again. You have been a trooper and I commend you for it. One day we will get to drive:thumbsup:

[96z28ss]

I have learned alot just here on these forums.

When it comes to building a car or having one painted, it will not be more than an hour drive away. Cause if im not happy about what is going on, I will be there to pick it up.

[Ron in SoCal]

Been there Wayne and it is a strain on everyone around you. It's better sitting in your garage, working on it at your convenience rather than getting your hopes up for unfulfilled promises for one excuse after another. It was an absolute miserable time in my life and I feel for you. It will be nice once you get it back but no matter how nice the work is on it, it's not worth the mental agony you're going through at present time. I personally will never farm out paint work again. You have been a trooper and I commend you for it. One day we will get to drive:thumbsup:

I have learned alot just here on these forums.

When it comes to building a car or having one painted, it will not be more than an hour drive away. Cause if im not happy about what is going on, I will be there to pick it up.

Those are absolutely words of wisdom. I am 2000 mi away and 14 months into my body fab and paint deal. I have no doubt my guy or Mike do awesome work, but the delays, lack of timely updates, inability to enjoy the journey - not to mention warranty issues - all make it a losing proposition.

Hang in there Wayne. We're all pulling for you!

[Flash68]

Yep, my first fiasco was about 4 hrs away, and it still was too far.

I'm not saying people intentionally put long-distance customers' projects on the side or back burner, but let's be honest... it sure makes it really easy to.

Either way, it's gotta be getting closer to the end for ya Wayne! Almost there! :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks Guys Watching the builds here and being able to discuss your projects helped a lot.
I don't doubt the work is going to be excellent and never did. I'm excited to get it home, its been a long road.

[Cris@JCG]

About 4 years ago I kept having problems with body shops meeting my deadlines or the quality of the work.. I went & got a bigger shop to support my body/paint needs in house.. It is the biggest pain in the A$$ of what we do here.. but I no longer have to deal with explaining to a customer why we are behind on their build or the quality..

I feel for you Wayne.. but their is light @ the end of the tunnel!

[waynieZ]

I got an email from Mike, the new pick up date is June 30th.
The wifes going to her sisters house for 3 weeks to unwind when school gets out. So I'll be alone when it gets done so I can go pick it up.
I just got my XFI back from FAST with the 2.0 and new updates. So that will be ready. I wish I had an engine run stand so I could try it before I put it in the car.
Does a dyno shop run your engine on their engine dyno using your ECU?

[GregWeld]

Does a dyno shop run your engine on their engine dyno using your ECU?


Yes they do -- and the right one will tune the snot out of it for you -- so that when you install it in the car - the new software you just had installed would be able to correct the VE tables as needed. That's the beauty of the new 2.0 software.

[waynieZ]

Anyone from near Ma/RI know of a good FAST tuner with an engine dyno?

[tones2SS]

Anyone from near Ma/RI know of a good FAST tuner with an engine dyno?

Wayne, this guy is used a lot from the guys over at LS1tech.com and digitalcorvettes.com.
Here is his website;http://www.slowhawkperformance.com/
Good luck!:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks ratman67

[GregWeld]

Went back to catch up on the thread Wayne... and the only thing I can say is -- the reason I have a big ole shed in my backyard... is because of the things that everyone mentioned here... the over priced - under delivered - shoddy work - or lack of work... I finally figured if it was going to take forever and be done halfassed I might as well do it myself. I can do something over 3 times and it's still cheaper than sending it out...

Having said that -- the '32 build reinforced all of those reasons. Am I happy - yes - could I build it this well - Heck no - but I could have built 3 of them for the $$ in the one. :rofl:

I have a buddy - some folks will meet next week in Pleasanton - that spent 10 YEARS building his car - including painting in his two car garage... the car is friggin' fantastic... so it can be done!

[waynieZ]

I hear ya Greg. Until last fall I didn't even have a set place to keep it. It was in a common space garage. (No separation walls) before I sent it to get done. I went in one day and the owner had a couple of 2x6's leaning on the car. I sh*t a brick it was a beat up old car but it was mine. a couple of years later after that The wife and I went out and refinanced the house and got money for a garage. Not quite enough because garages end up like cars way over budget! Now its almost ready for the car, I'm doing some wiring and trying to get it set, at least it will be here with me.

[96z28ss]

Anyone from near Ma/RI know of a good FAST tuner with an engine dyno?

Slowhawk is good at tuning but only has a Mustang chassis dyno.
He is extremely good at tuning the factory GM computers.

If you want an expert in FAST and BigStuff3 then I'd recommend Quest Racing. I think if you call the fast tech guys and ask for a tuner in the area they will recommend Mike at Quest. His engine dyno is good for 3000hp+
He is in Worcester MA. I used to work at New England Dyno & Tuning and he was right next door. We had the chassis dyno he had the engine dyno.
Not sure if he is still there.

[waynieZ]

Thanks

[pro-touring.no]

I got an email from Mike, the new pick up date is June 30th.
The wifes going to her sisters house for 3 weeks to unwind when school gets out. So I'll be alone when it gets done so I can go pick it up.
I just got my XFI back from FAST with the 2.0 and new updates. So that will be ready. I wish I had an engine run stand so I could try it before I put it in the car.
Does a dyno shop run your engine on their engine dyno using your ECU?

Realy hope.. that.. but..

[waynieZ]

Got my fingers crossed!

[johnnymac46]

Still on track for the 30th? Hope you get it back soon.

[waynieZ]

I just sent him an E mail today to see whats up, and how it going. We'll see when he gets back to me.

[Ron in SoCal]

I just sent him an E mail today to see whats up, and how it going. We'll see when he gets back to me.

Say the word and we'll have Weld call him...:lol:

[70rs]

I just read this entire thread. Wayne, its been said many times already but you do have the patients of a saint. And that is a total understatement

Hang in there. Don't let the stress you mentioned undermine the important things in life.
In the end you'll have a fantastic car and will be cruising Ma in style! :cheers:

[waynieZ]

Nothing back from Mike today.
The wife left at three AM this morning with my brother and sister inlaw driving to FL for a couple of weeks to visit her mother. She left me a honey of a honey do list. I'll do my best to keep the peace.

[Greg from Aus]

[QUOTE=waynieZ;355995]Nothing back from Mike today.

Wayne, pick up that phone and give him a call, the way he has treated you is BULLSH!T. You really need to put on some pressure and get you baby home, you have been to nice and he is walking all over you.

Greg

[waynieZ]

Hi Greg Your right Nice guys Finnish last. but the end is finally in site. I just got an e mail from Mike, all the panels are done and he's got the bottom ready for final prime. He's going to prime it tomorrow and paint it Monday. Then he'll put the rear in it and panels back on. He's going to get in touch with me Monday to talk about maybe picking it up for the end of the week.

Ron Maybe I need to go hang with Weld for a while !

[70rs]

Hi Greg Your right Nice guys Finnish last. but the end is finally in site. I just got an e mail from Mike, all the panels are done and he's got the bottom ready for final prime. He's going to prime it tomorrow and paint it Monday. Then he'll put the rear in it and panels back on. He's going to get in touch with me Monday to talk about maybe picking it up for the end of the week.

Ron Maybe I need to go hang with Weld for a while !

Hang in there Wayne. Its getting closer, it will be worth it in the end.:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks Eric

[Greg from Aus]

Great to hear Wayne, I hope he really comes through with those upgrades he spoke of earlier, as he has been a WANKER in epic proportion.

Greg

[pro-touring.no]

Guys... time to get real,,,, think what he dose to peouple... this is not good... get it out... remember what i told you..I had to get it out,, and lost a lot of monye on that deal... but it was a big relife in the end...( all the excus) on top of that,, we have to redo alott on my car...:(

Kjell
Norway....

PS.. I think it is more people out there that have the same ecspeariance...

[tones2SS]

Hang in there Wayne. I hope she comes home soon.

[waynieZ]

I talked to Mike today The spline on the axles was wrong and he needed to order the right ones. They will be in the beginning of the week. I got some pictures of some parts and of the work thats done to the body. Here are a few.
The first ones are of the sub with the brakes installed.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Z51Brakes.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/CopyofZ51Brakes2.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/completesubframe1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/completeSubframe2.jpg

The next ones are The fuel tank with the sump installed.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Aeromotivesump.jpg
Aeromotive sump

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Aeromotivesumpinstalled.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/return-1.jpg
return

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Ventwithcheckvalve.jpg
Breather with check valve

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Allweldedupandreadyforpowdercoating.jpg
All Welded up ready for powder coating.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Allfinished.jpg
Finished tank.

[johnnymac46]

Looks good Wayne I hope you get it back soon

[Ron in SoCal]

Looks good Wayne I hope you get it back soon

x2 :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks guys I can't wait to see it.
Here's some pictures of the seam sealer and under coating.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Seamsealed.jpg
Seam Sealer
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Readyforundercoaitng1.jpg
Taped up ready to under coat

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Innerbodyundercoated1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Copyofundercoating3.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Quartersundercoated.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/CopyofTailpanelundercoated.jpg

I'm thinking about putting some Lizard skin for heat reduction on the floors if I can fit it into the budget later on.
That would have been an ideal time to paint my Black/Aqua trunk paint. I'm a little big to be crawling around in the trunk to mask it off. lol I'm going to use the Eastwood trunk kit. Any one used their kit for their car? What did you think of it?

[HRBS]

Thats the only way to do it ! :thumbsup:
Do it right the first time from the inside out....
Mikes doing a killer job !
Be patient..... good things come to those who wait....... and wait....... and wait.........

[KPC67]

is that a sound/heat deadening undercoating you did that with? or ordinary undercoat?
looks great.

[waynieZ]

Its a regular under coating. I thought about some lizard skin or something similar but didn't want to make anymore changes.

[Al Moreno]

Very nice Wayne, are those current progress shots? If they are, how much longer before Mike is projecting completion.

[waynieZ]

Thanks Al. They are actually older but I just got them. The car is done, accept for a few things left to do. If it all goes well I might get it next week sometime.

[70rs]

Wow Wayne! Nice to see it is going to be a very solidly built car. That body will out live all of us!

[tones2SS]

Wow Wayne! Nice to see it is going to be a very solidly built car. That body will out live all of us!

^^What Eric said.
Good to see some updated pics. Mike is doing a great job. I hope she gets home soon for you.

[GregWeld]

I agree -- that's the most complete job I've ever seen posted up. Looks to me like he more than knows what he's doing...

[waynieZ]

Thanks Guys I can't believe its almost done. I can't wait to see it.

[Al Moreno]

Thanks Al. They are actually older but I just got them. The car is done, accept for a few things left to do. If it all goes well I might get it next week sometime.

That's awesome Wayne, I'm rooting for you. We haven't met but just be reading your post, you seem to me like a really nice guy. I hope it comes out better than you expected.

[ccracin]

That's awesome Wayne. Make sure you get pics up asap. I know we all want to celebrate with you when you get it home! :D

[Gandalf]

That's awesome news Wayne - can't wait to see updated pics. I've already decided I'd just do a Mike's car "next time" - looks like I had better put my order in soon lol.
Keep us posted!
G.

[Jay Hilliard]

July 4th is fast approaching, but for Wayne, its Christmas! :thumbsup:

Hope you get it soon! I cant imagine how excited you must be.

[waynieZ]

Thanks Al I try. :patriot: But my wife would beg to differ. lol
Chad I can't wait to celebrate it coming home too. I just hope my heart can take it. lol :faint:
Gregg. I can't wait to be able to post some. If theres and area you want to see let me know and I'll post it up for you.
I really appreciate the support. Thanks :thumbsup:
Jay Aint that the truth!

[Tuske427]

Looks awesome!

[Matt@BOS]

Wow, I can't believe all of the care and attention that has gone into the body.

Hope it gets home soon!

Matt

[ssick chevelle]

MORE PICS! lol awesome project you have there

[Jay Hilliard]

Hey Wayne. Any word on when you get it back?

[waynieZ]

Thanks Guys.
Jay The axles had to be re ordered and haven't come in yet they were the wrong spline count. When they come in he will make it a roller and set all the gaps. I have a few old pictures of when it was going together. I'll post a few.

Some powder coated hard ware.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Hingesandlatchpowdercoated-1.jpg
floor clamped for spot welding.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Justafewclampstoholdtherockerinplace.jpg
Install pictures of Air Bar bolted in ready for final install and Cut outs and install of DSE connectors.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/AirBarstartingtogoin1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/CutoutforDSEconnecters.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/untitled.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/DSEconnecters4.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/DSEconnectersinsideshot.jpg
Roof to quarter welds
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Roofquarterweld.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/roofquarterweld1.jpg

The whole tub
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Fulltubtogether.jpg

[tones2SS]

Great updates Wayne. She's looking good.
Hope it comes home soon. :thumbsup:

[cencalc6]

Nice job! :thumbsup:

[Ron in SoCal]

Wow Wayne. Pretty metal work...:thumbsup:

[70rs]

Very very nice Wayne. Any updates on a shipping date?

[DOOM]

WAYNE ITS ALMOST AUGUST!!!!:_paranoid

[waynieZ]

I hear Ya! I'm calling Monday to see whats up. I sent an e mail Friday asking where he is getting the axles from. They should be there by now.
Another summer shot!

[69x22]

That body is going to be better than new.

[Ron in SoCal]

I hear Ya! I'm calling Monday to see whats up. I sent an e mail Friday asking where he is getting the axles from. They should be there by now.
Another summer shot!

Fcuk it Wayne. Call him today! I have walked in your shoes (almost) and it's agonizing. Tell Mike you are sick of his BS and will get him the axles shipped overnight today and nail down a delivery date. Add the the car is coming home on that date finished or not and hold him to it.

Boss Weld taught me everything I know....:thumbsup:

[ccracin]

I'm about to jump on this band wagon Wayne. You need to get it home no matter what is on back order. This is just completely unacceptable in my book. I don't care how good the work is, after this long it should be the "Best in the Universe". Go get it! :fire:

[waynieZ]

I called and talked to him Monday. The axles are in and he said he would be putting the rear together this past Tuesday. He's supposed to be calling me next Wednesday to schedule a pick up for either the weekend or early next week.... I didn't post it because i was given so many different dates already. The only thing he had left was install the rear, bolt on the front sub and gap the front sheet metal. If its not ready next week I'm telling him I'll take it like it is.

[Ron in SoCal]

Way to go Wayne! My post above was meant with all respect to you. I just feel for man...:yes:

Get some pics when the car is loaded up!

[waynieZ]

No problem Ron and Chad Your right. About five years ago my doctor told me to mellow out or I was going to blow a gasket. I think I did too good of a job. I've done my best to be patient and being part of Lat g has help me through some aggravating times, and I'm definitely ready for the car to come home now.
I called this morning to see how the progress is going.

[ccracin]

I definitely didn't want to stir you up in a bad way. You have been more patient than 99% of us would have been, for that you should be commended. That being said, I don't really want you to get it for you, I want you to get for us! We need more pictures and build stories! Stop thinking of yourself all the time! :rofl: I'm pullin for yah! :thumbsup:

[Rybar]

Wayne, just tell him you will be there with your trailer on a certain date. And do it!!! I mean, the guy has done an outstanding job, that body is much, much better than new. But if you don't firm up a date it will just keep on going like it has. Show up there with a trailer and load up your car and get on with it.

[70rs]

Hang in there Wayne. I want it home for you just as much as everyone else does. But don't get the blood pressure up too much. Do what you feel is best for your situation. Everyone is behind you and wants whats best for you.:cheers:

[69x22]

No problem Ron and Chad Your right. About five years ago my doctor told me to mellow out or I was going to blow a gasket. I think I did too good of a job. I've done my best to be patient and being part of Lat g has help me through some aggravating times, and I'm definitely ready for the car to come home now.
I called this morning to see how the progress is going.

Not wanting to bash but I have sent him (Mike) emails and called about parts and never get a return phone call or email. A couple of years ago they would answer the phone or call me back.
Hopefully when you deal with the painter, interior guy, etc. you will have better luck. I can tell you from personal experience they will all put your patience through the ringer. One good thing though it looks like the body will out last us all when you get it back.

[waynieZ]

Atleast my painter is 4 block away from the house. I'll be there like one of his employees. lol If I fall out my front door I'll roll right down the hill to his shop.

[Lenie]

Wayne, I'll feel for you. I've been in your shoes and my painter was only a couple miles away. I did a great deal of the body work getting it ready for my body and paint guy and just wanted him to dial it in and paint it. Well after 2 years and about four times the original bid(don't even want to disclose that amount, it's embarrassing) I told him no more $ and gave him a date I was going to pick it up. Kept my end of the bargain, showed up with a trailer and a bunch of friends, gathered my goods (unfinished but close) and took it home. He wasn't happy about it but it sure felt good to get it home and work on it at my pace and not pay any more falsified funding charges. He did good work but the lying I couldn't take anymore. Mike sounds like a good guy and looks like he knows what he's doing, but you can only take so much. I've been pulling for you and hope it all works out in the end. Best of luck:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks Lenie I appreciate it. The guy who's going to paint my car is a friend for the last almost 40 years. He was the guy everyone went to for custom work. He still always has a few Vettes at the shop. Every time I think of a different color he drags out the color charts for me and we look them over.
I can't wait until I get that close and have to pick a final color!

[rwhite692]

Just getting caught up on this thread, the body looks outstanding Wayne. You must be positively itching to get that thing home!!

[Greg from Aus]

Got my fingers crossed for you Wayne.


Greg

[waynieZ]

Thanks Greg!

[Northeast Rod Run]

I haven't been in this thread for a while, but in the middle of June it was only a week away? WTF?!?!?!

I don't care how good someone's work is, it can't make up for all the other B.S.

I would expect a SUBSTANTIAL price break for being put on the back burner so many times. Hope you go get your car soon:thumbsup:

[frankv11]

wow that is BS too much patience wayne go get your car at what ever stage is in. the guy does agreat job but he has completely taken you for a ride. no type of quality of work is worth the pain , anger and suspense you are going through. we will all like to see you enjoy this car.

I been there like many of you , my first project (64 chevelle ) gave me all my gray hair . I went through three body shops and was not half way pleased with any finally a buddy of painted it out of his back yard and got it right.

that is why im going to do all my work on my camaro well all except for paint

good luck wayne

ITS TIME FOR ACTION

Mann Im pissed for you

[Payton King]

but no way were the axles wrong or took that long to get. He used that as an excuse to stretch you out even more. I know Currie or Moser would ship axles within in a few days. I had a custom floater with axles built by Moser. Ordered it on Tues and they shipped it Wed and it was recieved Friday the same week.

I am sorry that you are having to deal with this guy. If you need help loading the car let me know.

[waynieZ]

TJ ,frankv11 Thanks He's doing all the stuff I had left including getting it ready for paint on his dime.
Payton Thanks for the offer.
I talked to Mike this morning and told him I will be there the weekend of Aug 27th to get the car and my left over parts. Its going to be tight, I'm using an open U Haul trailer and my 2 door Tahoe. But I'll manage.

[Rybar]

I talked to Mike this morning and told him I will be there the weekend of Aug 27th to get the car and my left over parts. Its going to be tight, I'm using an open U Haul trailer and my 2 door Tahoe. But I'll manage.

WELL DONE WAYNE!!! Wish I could come help you out. :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks Ryan I appreciate it.

[70rs]

Alright Wayne! I bet it feels good to have a firm date and to have taken back some control of your project?

[Greg from Aus]

sensational news Wayne, I can't wait to see the pictures. :thumbsup:

Greg

[tones2SS]

Good luck and be safe Wayne. :thumbsup:
It must feel good to know the car is coming home this month!

[Big-Head]

Love the attention to detail. Very, very nice job. Looks great man!



Thanks Guys.
Jay The axles had to be re ordered and haven't come in yet they were the wrong spline count. When they come in he will make it a roller and set all the gaps. I have a few old pictures of when it was going together. I'll post a few.

Some powder coated hard ware.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Hingesandlatchpowdercoated-1.jpg
floor clamped for spot welding.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Justafewclampstoholdtherockerinplace.jpg
Install pictures of Air Bar bolted in ready for final install and Cut outs and install of DSE connectors.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/AirBarstartingtogoin1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/CutoutforDSEconnecters.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/untitled.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/DSEconnecters4.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/DSEconnectersinsideshot.jpg
Roof to quarter welds
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Roofquarterweld.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/roofquarterweld1.jpg

The whole tub
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Fulltubtogether.jpg

[waynieZ]

Love the attention to detail. Very, very nice job. Looks great man!
Thanks!

I talked to my buddy Buster ( he's my travelin buddy I drag him everywhere ) and we figured the best way for us to do it is we'll leave on Thursday night about 9pm with the trailer to avoid traffic. That will get us to MCC at about 11am Friday. Then I'll ask Mike if I can leave the trailer there and either load it that day or Feiday, and pick it up Saturday morning so we can get some sleep for the drive home. its almost 15 hour drive and thats without stopping to eat or stoping to use the head, this way he has plenty of time to finish what he needs to do.

Waiting for the axles and assemble rear and install in car.
Install sub frame and front sheet metal which has already been fit.
Paint my glove box door and ashtray
Get all my extra parts together. and I think thats it.

[70rs]

Sounds like a great plan Wayne. I hope it all goes smoothly for you.

[Ron Fox]

Wayne, your build looks great. Keep moving forward.

What do you plan on using in the area where your quarters meet the roof?

[waynieZ]

Thanks
When Mike finishes welding them up there's not much left to do but he is the one getting it ready for paint so I'm not sure what he uses. I would guess its just filler.

[Tuske427]

Lookin' good! Keep the pics coming

[waynieZ]

I talked to Mike today and discussed about when I get there Friday the 26th I'll either leave the trailer there and get a room for some sleep and load it Saturday or if I get there early enough load it and lock it up there and get the room and meet Mike Saturday to hook up and leave for home.

I'm going to use a U Haul open trailer because I don't have access to one thats enclosed. I'm not too crazy about that. The bottom is finish painted and the center of the trailer is open to the road. I'm thinking of trying to put something across the opening to protect the bottom of the car. I was thinking maybe some plywood with 2x4"s screwed together pinching the trailer ramps. Any one have any ideas????

[tones2SS]

That's awesome she is finally coming home with you Wayne. I bet you cannot wait to see it in person and finally pick it up. If I was still out of work, I would gladly go down with you, if you wanted the company/help, that is.
Good luck bud!:cheers:

[Ron in SoCal]

That's great Wayne! Personally I'd load up on the day I was leaving, just so thieves can't pull up the night before and hook up.

Also just a thought, 3m makes a sticky, peelable plastic you might want to use on the bottom of the car for the trip home. It'll protect against road grime/grease and minor debris.

Bring her home safe brother! :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Tony your right I can't wait!
Ron Thats the way I'm thinking of doing it, on Sat. Even if we loaded on Friday it would be locked in his shop with the alarms and big dogs it would be pretty safe.
I have a car cover my daughter bought me so I will cover it for the ride home plus Mike wants to plastic wrap with shipping wrap to keep it safe. I'm just figuring closing in the bottom of the trailer would keep anything from being kicked up from the road.

[Flash68]

Best of luck Wayne. This has been a loooong time comin! :thumbsup:

[ccracin]

Tony your right I can't wait!
Ron Thats the way I'm thinking of doing it, on Sat. Even if we loaded on Friday it would be locked in his shop with the alarms and big dogs it would be pretty safe.
I have a car cover my daughter bought me so I will cover it for the ride home plus Mike wants to plastic wrap with shipping wrap to keep it safe. I'm just figuring closing in the bottom of the trailer would keep anything from being kicked up from the road.

Wayne,

DO NOT, I repeat DO NOT transport that car with a cover on it! On an open trailer the car cover will do far more damage than anything. The wind whipping will beat the car to death with the cover. Putting something on the deck to close it in from road debris is fine, but leave the cover off. I have witnessed the carnage personally. Even the rolled shrink wrap can come loose and whip. The only thing I would do in that regard is get a boat dealer to truly "shrink" wrap it. By the time you spend that kind of money, you could hire a company to haul it in an enclosed insured trailer. JMO Good luck Buddy! Can't wait to see pics of it in the garage. :thumbsup:

[GregWeld]

I would NOT cover the car while towing -- the loose cover will flap etc and beat the snot out of it.

[70Nova]

Wayne,

Just read the whole thread. You're VERY patient! Looks great though.

I was in Charlotte for a couple of days and called Mike's place to see if I could stop in. Didn't mention your car. But had to leave a message, no one to answer the phones. A girl called back and said call back in two months, he's too busy to talk to anyone or take on any work. Maybe he's learned a lesson.

[Leadfoot1]

I<m with them on the ''No cover'' The cover to rub against the paint will go thru it so quickly with the wind moving it against it you will be in need of a repaint when you get home!!

DON'T DO IT!! (just enjoy the tumbs up all the way home.....:thumbsup: )

One question if i may, are you going to drive that car when done or if its a show car to rest on a turn table? I mean, protection of the undercarriage form the road? It will get there soon, is it maybe just cause you want to keep it super sano just for the time your putting it together? Just curious...

Did you ever tought about putting a bed lining kinda protection instead? You know you can get them tinted the colour of your car right? It would be as nice as painted but would not chip from road time. Now's the time to do it on a rotisserie at home! The grain is so small with some of them products it looks VERY very nice..... you would get your cake and be able to take a bite of it at the same time... Just sayin. (plus painted undercarriage is for street rods wussies lol!! j/k i'm just jealous!)

Cant wait to see it, you deserve it! You are one patient dude!

Lead.

[waynieZ]

Thanks eveyone. I just wanted to protect it from the 900 mile ride home.
Lead; I am going to drive it I just don't want to kick up a piece of a tire or something big and wreck it before it gets home.

[96z28ss]

The car isn't painted though, its just in primer correct?

[waynieZ]

96z28ss Yes only primer on the sheet metal but under the car is finished in Sikens satin black.

[rwhite692]

We need an update, Wayne!

[waynieZ]

Nothing much to speak of I'm still on to go get the car next week. I noticed I will need a certain type of U Haul trailer. Some have pieces of the ramp that stick up on the two center parts of the ramp and I don't want to get there and have them hit the bottom of the car. I know with no drive train and interior it will be higher than normal. But with the way this has been going I'm not taking any chances.
I'm excited to go get it and other times after going through this Blah! I hope I come around when it gets here.
With the price of gas I need to float a loan to go for it. lol

[waynieZ]

I got a call from Mike this morning The axles got there Friday and are installed in the rear. :cheers:
I forgot to ask about the glove box and ashtray doors being painted. :faint:
Now he can install the Sub and sheet metal.
I hope the weather stays dry on the way home but It looks like a threat of thunder storms for the whole ride home.

[coolwelder62]

Congrat's on getting to bring the camaro home.You could wrap and tape up the car W/3M protective cover sheet.DSE use's it all the time while car's are in progress that have paint they want to keep nice.Good luck Bud.:thumbsup:
Scott M.

[rixtrix1]

Best wishes for the drive, Wayne. Can't wait to see the car in your garage!

Ric

[waynieZ]

My brother used to say (If it wasn't for my bad luck I'd have no luck at all!) I know what he means. Damed Irene ! she looks like shes going to ruin my plans to get the car. Plus My family in Fl. will be dealing with her. I'm going to keep an Eye on it and hope for the best.

[Ron in SoCal]

My good friend used to say 'nothing good comes from towing,' meaning the best outcome is getting there safely which is a zero gain. Towing your baby in the rain sounds like no fun to me. Any way you can avoid it would be prudent in my mind Wayne. Everyone is rooting for you Buddy...:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks Ron I just called Mike to see if he can have it ready to load Thursday. I'm waiting to hear back.
I talked to my buddy Buster and he agreed if we leave here Tomorrow night and get to Mikes on Wednesday we can load some of the extra parts in my truck and the only thing left will be the car itself on Thursday. We'll spend Wednesday night getting some sleep for the ride home. I know I'll be awake with all the excitement.
When we brought it down it was January and we got caught in a snow storm on the way done. Thats was a joyful ride!

[70rs]

Good luck Wayne. I am keeping my fingers crossed that it all goes smoothly for you. I can't wait for you to have it back home!

[pro-touring.no]

GOOD LUCK:_paranoid

Hope you will get it back now:thumbsup:

Kjell

[tones2SS]

Good luck Wayne. Hopefully the weather cooperates for you. Be safe.

[67ragtp]

Wayne,

Dont know if the hurricane is screwing up your plans, if not have a safe drive down. Looking forward to seeing pics.

Rich

[waynieZ]

Thanks for the well wishes but its canceled for this week. It would be too close to chance. He needed until Friday to finish and I didn't want to deal with leaving there and having the bad weather chasing me up the coast. Not worth the chance after waiting all this time, to possibly endanger us or the car. I'm going to talk to my buddy and see if we can go Monday and come home Wednesday but still depending on the weather.

[70rs]

Sorry to hear about the delay. Better safe than sorry though.

[tones2SS]

You are better of waiting till after this weekend Wayne. It looks like it might be bit stormy out and definitely not worth risking.

[96z28ss]

I'd be surprised if it was anything more than just some rain and slight wind anything past the Carolinas. It usually is dead by the time it comes up to New England.

[waynieZ]

I was also thinking of all the people on the road leaving because of the forced evacuations. It bad enough on the road with out a bunch of p/oed people.

[rwhite692]

Wayne, since you now have a bit more time....any chance of renting a better trailer from a rental chain like United Rentals? They usually have really overbuilt trailers which are a lot better than what you can rent from U-Haul....Or maybe borrowing a good car trailer from someone?

[waynieZ]

Rob I asked around and no one has an enclosed or a good open trailer that I know that can let me use it.
I didn't think of United Rental until you mentioned it, but I just checked and they don't have anything and can't get one. At least with the U Haul They have road service all the way down and back and if you think of it a private trailer I'd be on my own with any problems. Although I'll keep trying.

[70rs]

Wayne,
Are you still going to get the car with the weather conditions on the east coast? I'm not sure how close you or the car are to the affected areas.
Please be carefull. Depending on exactly where you need to go, maybe waiting until this thing passes in a few days is safer?

[96z28ss]

Rob I asked around and no one has an enclosed or a good open trailer that I know that can let me use it.
I didn't think of United Rental until you mentioned it, but I just checked and they don't have anything and can't get one. At least with the U Haul They have road service all the way down and back and if you think of it a private trailer I'd be on my own with any problems. Although I'll keep trying.

Did you try Penske? I used them when I moved from MA to OR, I had a box truck and towed my GF's Saab behind it. If I remember correctly the trailer was a solid floor.

[waynieZ]

The last time I tried Penske they would not rent auto trailer unless you rent one of their trucks. I didn't try this time. Maybe because I have the 2 door short wheelbase Tahoe.

[waynieZ]

Well boys my baby's home. We left Monday at 4:30 pm and drove all night we got to Mikes shop at around 11:00 we loaded the car on the trailer and put my old parts in the car annnd the rest waited until Wednesday moring after we got 3-4 hours of sleep. (I was too wound up to go to sleep.) Mike didn't do all the stuff he said he never got the roof quarters and tail panel ready for paint. But he did do the front sheet metal doors and trunk lid. He was supposed to make brackets for my rear C6 Z51 brakes he never got them done He was supposed to do that as extra for taking so long. The rear has Large old Ford bearings so Tobins kit won'''t fit. He ordered the axles with the Toirino offset to try to make it fit. But I'm no engineer to get the parking brake to work I'll have to figure something out. Can some one tell me where to measure for axle off set?
He did paint the bottom and fire wall, dash and raise the floor fo my T56.
The ride back was 17 hours with pit stops for gas food and trips to the head. It home now and I'm going to need a few days to recooperate. Like Toby Keiths says I'm not as good as I nce was but I'm good one. two in a row is killer. Please excuse any typos
Here's a picture fro m4:30 this morning.
Sorry for the small picture I'll try to get some a little later tonight

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0841_00
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And some room for bigger tires.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0843.jpg

[waynieZ]

Here's a few more.
Dash
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0864.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0863.jpg

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http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0859.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0858.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0857.jpg

[waynieZ]

And Still more!

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0855.jpg

and a sweet bracket for a VA gen 4 A/C
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0865.jpg

My new center section 31 spline /w 3:50's
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/000_0847.jpg

[67ragtp]

Wayne,

Congrats on gettin her back! I sent you an email, link, and pic to help identify the housing end he used. Hope it helps.

Shoot me a pic of your rear caliper when you have time, we did some solid works drawings for the pbr caliper bracket, maybe they will help?

Real happy for you, :thumbsup: - Rich

[waynieZ]

Thanks Rich!

[Greg from Aus]

Congratulations Wayne. Now let the fun begin.

Greg

[Rick D]

Wow Wayne, it looks really nice. You must be very excitied to finaly have it home. Also now you can change you signature to It's Home:woot:

[pokey64]

Congrats on getting her home Wayne!

[Ron in SoCal]

Wayne's World! :hail:

Way to go buddy! Who cares what Mike didn't do. You have your car and will get it done yourself. It sucks, but this way is definately better! There's a couple of pics that didn't come thorough, so I'm posting em cause I dig your car. Congrats man. Now get some rest and hit the garage tomorrow! :thumbsup:

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0841_00.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0842.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0860.jpg

[scherp69]

Congrats Wayne. That's awesome news. It's definitely belongs in your new garage :cheers:

[frankv11]

wow it looked like it would never make it home, now dont get nervous and go put your hands on it and build onnnn

about time happy ending after all
congrats

[waynieZ]

Thanks every one , And thank you Ron for fixing that for me. And I'm changing that Sig right now!

[waynieZ]

Congratulations Wayne. Now let the fun begin.

Greg

Greg it was funny when I was down there I thought of all your suggestions. lol
Thanks!

[Rybar]

That's awesome Wayne I'm so happy for you. Lateral-G news of the day!! :cheers:

[waynieZ]

EXTRA! EXTRA READ ALL ABOUT IT !!!!!! Thanks Ryan.

[70rs]

Congrats Wayne! I am really happy for you! Get some rest, now the fun starts!

[waynieZ]

Thanks Eric
I was just out there trying some digital calipers to check my axle offset. Going to bed now !

[Greg from Aus]

Greg it was funny when I was down there I thought of all your suggestions. lol
Thanks!

I'm real happy for you Wayne. Some people just don't live up to there promises, but hey it's home and looks great.
I can't wait for the updates to start rolling in :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Greg

[70rs]

Thanks Eric
I was just out there trying some digital calipers to check my axle offset. Going to bed now !

Now that is dedication Wayne! Go to bed man! ;)

I like your new signature line too.:thumbsup:

[69x22]

Good deal man!:cheers:

[ccracin]

Wayne,

I had a very bad day yesterday and when I saw your update it definitely put a smile on my face! I can only imagine the one on yours! Congrats buddy, it will all come together now. I gotta ask though, did Mike even apologize for this ordeal? :woot: :cheers: :lateral:

[Beegs]

I gotta ask though, did Mike even apologize for this ordeal? :woot: :cheers: :lateral:

Was wondering the same thing....

Congrats Wayne!!

[Jay Hilliard]

Wayne,

Im glad for you man. Good to see it back home.

[Ron in SoCal]

Wayne - Just curious, I noticed there's no cowl panel?

[scherp69]

So Wayne, how did it feel to get up this morning, head out the garage and see the car there? I'm sure you got up in the middle of the night and had to take a peak just to make sure it was still there. Can't wait to see some updates.

[Flash68]

Wayne, very happy to see you safely at home with your car in your new garage! :thumbsup:

[70rs]

Wayne - Just curious, I noticed there's no cowl panel?

The outer panel? It was laying in the back seat in grey primer.

[56pickup]

Wayne! Glad to see its home!! :thumbsup: Hope ya slept ok! ;)

[waynieZ]

Wayne,

I gotta ask though, did Mike even apologize for this ordeal? :woot: :cheers: :lateral:

He apologized quite a few times. Mike is a great guy and an awesome fabricator. I think working alone and very particular about his work and family stuff just over whelmed him. The only thing I could ever complain about is the length of time, but I never worried about the out come.
Oh and as far as checking it this morning I was still out there last night at about 1:30 am
Once asleep I was dead to the world until ten this morning.

Thanks Guy your support means alot :bow:

[waynieZ]

I was out in the garage tonight and took this picture. I've been waiting to see this on here since I bought the wheels.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0866.jpg

[Bryan O]

That's awesome Wayne! What size are the wheels and what tires you gonna go with?

Glad to see you got your car home!

[waynieZ]

Thanks Bryan Those are 19 x12" Livewires with 5" back space, the front are 18x8" with 5" back space. I'm hoping to use Michelin 345-30-19 PS2's and 245-40-18 PS2 on the front.

[Rick D]

Looken good Wayne, how long before it goes to paint, or do you have other things you need to finish first. I think I would have slept in the garage last night if I were you :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks Rick. I was out there until I couldn't see straight any more, and I still didn't want to go in the house.

[rixtrix1]

So good to see you got it home, Wayne. Looking real good in the garage. Can't wait to see some project pics moving ahead.

Ric

Wow, three pages of "atta boys" since I last got to check progress. Lotsa guys been waiting for this to happen. Congrats!

[waynieZ]

Thanks Ric. Everyone has been great.

[fleet]

Been watching your thread for awhile Wayne, like you and many here hoping it would work out...soon. :)

Good to see you and the '69 made it home safely.:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks Skip!

[waynieZ]

Here are a few more pictures of the floor and one of the tunnel he raised for my T56.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/untitled-2.jpg

Raised tunnel and dash
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/RaisedFloor-1.jpg

Heater and A/C hose pass through
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Hosepassthorugh.jpg

Raised tunnel from underneeth not sure you can tell.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Floorshot.jpg

[cencalc6]

Very,Very Nice :cheers:

[GMracer]

sick! glad it's home. We have to meet up sometime I want to see this thing

[TheBradshaw]

Nice! what did you use to coat the bottom?

[waynieZ]

Thanks Guys!
Nick your welcome any time.
TheBradshaw The paint on the bottom is from Sikkens, Its supposed to hold up pretty well.

[Rick D]

Thanks Guys!
Nick your welcome any time.
TheBradshaw The paint on the bottom is from Sikkens, Its supposed to hold up pretty well.

Yah Wayne that Sikkens stuff is nice stuff, but of corse I work for the company that makes Sikkens paint so what do I know. Did mike say what it is? Looks like Rally Black very nice and VERY durable. We make that in a spray can if you need to do any touch up, let me know and I can get you a couple of cans. Just Pm me your address :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks Rick that would be great. I'll use it around the package tray and on the corners so it can match the dash. Now that I know it comes in spray cans I'll us it on my T56 when I finally pick a color.
Thanks again.

[waynieZ]

Here's some of the tunnel being raised. I should have plenty of room for the T56
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Tunnelinprogress-2.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Tunnelinprogress.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Tunnelprogress-4.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Tunnelinprogress-3.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Tunnelprogress-5.jpg

[waynieZ]

Here are some of the Fab 9 going together

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Fab9-4-2.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Fab9-6.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Fab9-5.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/fab9-7.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/fab9-10.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/fab9-8.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/fab9-9.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Fab9-4-1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Fab9-3-1.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Fab9-12.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/Fab9-1-1.jpg

And one with the wheel mounted on the car from the rear!

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/19X12.jpg

[Jay Hilliard]

Nice Wayne...looking good. That rear should hold up under your abuse :unibrow:

[tones2SS]

Very, very awesome Wayne. Home at last. You must be so happy. Looks like Mike did a great job on your car.
Congrats and keep us posted buddy! :cheers:

[56pickup]

looking good wayne! :thumbsup:

[rixtrix1]

Cool, Wayne. Is that a G-bar rear suspension?

Ric

[Payton King]

Glad you got your car back. One less stressor in your life. How did everyting look? Up to your standards?

The pics look great

[waynieZ]

Payton it looks real good, just wish it didn't take so long.
Ric its an Air Ride 4 bar with the coil overs it looks good in there.

[Tom.A]

Wayne, I am glad you got it back. It looks nice. It sucks it took so long but it is water under the bridge now.

[Northeast Rod Run]

Sucks that it took so long. Sucks that he didn't live up to his promises. Sucks even more than he didn't live up to his promises, that were supposed to make up for his other failed promises.

But hey, you finally have your car back at your house and that's the important part now. Congrats!

What's your timeline like now that you have it back?

[waynieZ]

Tom your right all is in the past.

TJ He did a lot to make up for it, but I didn't want to wait any more. I just wanted to get started on it. It sure feels good to open the door to the garage and see it sitting there. :D

[Leadfoot1]

Maybe i missed it along the way but did you pick a painter?? Color??

Looks good! I know the feeling of beeing run around for paint and body...but my guy does not (can't) do any paintwork nowadays......... No details :_paranoid lol!!!

Lead.

[waynieZ]

Lead; As far as a painter, I've got a friend who's been painting Custom paint and Corvette's since the late 60's. He does my paint work so He'll be doing this one too. The color is a little more trouble, I like a burnt orange but can't seem to find exactly what I want. So its still up in the air. I want to drive it so it needs to be able to be matched.

[Bryan O]

Lead; As far as a painter, I've got a friend who's been painting Custom paint and Corvette's since the late 60's. He does my paint work so He'll be doing this one too. The color is a little more trouble, I like a burnt orange but can't seem to find exactly what I want. So its still up in the air. I want to drive it so it needs to be able to be matched.

Wayne,

I'll bet that Madagascar Orange formulation is out by now. Looks like a very cool color and unique, too. Nobody but you would have a car in that color. :)

Bryan

[70rs]

Lead; As far as a painter, I've got a friend who's been painting Custom paint and Corvette's since the late 60's. He does my paint work so He'll be doing this one too. The color is a little more trouble, I like a burnt orange but can't seem to find exactly what I want. So its still up in the air. I want to drive it so it needs to be able to be matched.

What about the orange from the Plymouth Prowler a few years back(04/05?) Similar to the Atomic Orange on the Corvette but a bit darker if I remember correctly.

[Bryan O]

What about the orange from the Plymouth Prowler a few years back(04/05?) Similar to the Atomic Orange on the Corvette but a bit darker if I remember correctly.

Prowler Orange is awesome. Bad Penny is that color.

[waynieZ]

It is a sweet color, I saw it on Penny in 2010 when I was in Ca. I guess I'm kind of anal I don't want it too dark when its not in the sun.

[67ragtp]

Hey Wayne,

Its funny that you mention how that color looks in low light conditions, it is rather dark and can have a brown hue. I saw penny at SEMA 07, under the lights the color is incredible, it pops. A month later I buy a pint to shoot a test panel(upper cowl panel) and put the thing on my fireplace mantel, looked at it for a month. Couldn't believe how the color changes in the low light of my family room, loved it in the sun, hated it at sundown. Shoot a test panel you won,t regret it, color is so final.

Rich

[waynieZ]

I agree Rich There's an Eclipse color that is almost the same in light versus dark. I also like the new Cadillac Red on the CTS my painter has one its gorgeous!

[waynieZ]

You guys remember Those nice DSE subframe connectors that were put in my car How fr**kin well do you think they will work without these attached!
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/sub%20frame/000_0871.jpg
Do you believe this!
Floor all painted sub frame powdercoated and I get this.
http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/sub%20frame/000_0873.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/sub%20frame/000_0874.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/sub%20frame/000_0872.jpg

NOW WHAT

[GregWeld]

Weld 'em in and paint 'em with POR 15 --- they make a flat black.

Unless of course - you're building a show car. That would be different.

Don't ya just love some of these "PRO" shops?!

[ccracin]

Those are the Sub-Frame ALMOST connectors! :rofl: Don't let it get to you Wayne. Don't they bolt to the sub? Weld them in and touch up the paint. Like Greg said, which one are you building? If you want perfect, you know what you need to do. Not to get you down, but building these things are like that. They don't call it custom for nothing! I know it hurts when you pay for mistakes. Ask Greg and I how we know! Hang in Buddy! :cheers:

[waynieZ]

What took 4 year to do ? How can you forget to put those in. I was going to pay to havce the bottom painted I don't care if it got banged up from driving but I wanted it to leave the garage all detailed. I just can't believe it.
Chad it killed me to see Greg with so many redo's that he had to fix himself.

[GregWeld]

Wayne ---

I know it kills you! Every time I think about what I paid for the '32 I get pissed off.... but it is what it is.

Tell you what.... you replace my hydraulic clutch -- I'll weld in your sub frame connectors! :willy:



CHAD ------ Got your call ---- and welcome your buddies call any time!


:cheers:

[Ron in SoCal]

Hey Wayne - I know it bugs you, but at least you know it is the order of things. Ever since I put my plan together and really thought it through, I was questioning how the heck you pcoat/weld/finish color on these things. I even did a reality check w Frank. So when I went to pick up my car, we had to grind down the pcoat at a clean line, weld'em up, and then shoot raptor over it. We did it same day I loaded my car in the truck! So really the only thing I don't blame you for is being upset about Mikey not gettimg that done prior to departure. Just one more thing to add to the list of gripes w that guy.....

[96z28ss]

I'm sure it stings a bit. Is the car all put together and is all the body work done on the doors and front end. It could be that he didn't weld them in yet cause the subframe is properly aligned yet. There is no way to weld those in and not have to touch up either the paint or the Powder coating. You would of had to have those welded onto both the subframe and connectors, then the bottom and sub would of had to been painted together.

Since the sub frame is powder coated it would of needed to been touched up afterwards anyway. Just add it to the list of stuff that he didn't do.

[Jay Hilliard]

Hang in there buddy. VHT makes an aerosol epoxy paint that is satin and matches PC really well. Its some nice stuff.

It will be fine. At least its at your place now. I cant believe this Mike guy.

[Rick D]

What took 4 year to do ? How can you forget to put those in. I was going to pay to havce the bottom painted I don't care if it got banged up from driving but I wanted it to leave the garage all detailed. I just can't believe it.
Chad it killed me to see Greg with so many redo's that he had to fix himself.

Wayne, the really black spray cans should go out on Friday, it should match nicely after you have thoughs welded in. :thumbsup:

[SWAPMEETCRAZY]

I agree Rich There's an Eclipse color that is almost the same in light versus dark. I also like the new Cadillac Red on the CTS my painter has one its gorgeous!

Wayne-if it will help you decide-I have 2 gallons of that eclipse color that i'm not using-will drop u a quart for free if you want to do a sample--After all this time waiting U deserve a break--and I don't mind at all--this color is only on the spyder--very nice.............jim:yes:

[ccracin]

Wayne-if it will help you decide-I have 2 gallons of that eclipse color that i'm not using-will drop u a quart for free if you want to do a sample--After all this time waiting U deserve a break--and I don't mind at all--this color is only on the spyder--very nice.............jim:yes:

You the man Jim! Great offer! :lateral:

[Bryan O]

...I was questioning how the heck you pcoat/weld/finish color on these things......

pcoat/weld/finish color => weld/pcoat/finish color :question:

What am I missing here. I'm a chemist and not much of a car guy. :_paranoid

[cencalc6]

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/sub%20frame/000_0874.jpg

:willy: :willy: :willy: :willy: I also forgot to weld on my DSE Tabs to the Frame :mad: If I was in your shoes, I would unbolt the Frame and lift the body at least 6-8 inches. Support the car by the rockers with 2 jackstands on each corner and place a 2x6 metal plate with a Soft Towel....Make sure you support the subframe at the rear.Use plenty of painters tape to mask the Frame rails,sand down the the area your going to weld the tabs and weld them in place....Belive it or not Brake Caliper paint holds up real nice and it has that powdercoat finish.

[syborg tt]

Okay it could be worse you could be hunting for the lost brackets and calling DSE and paying for another set.

I am sure you will find a couple more things that are going to drive you crazy. The good thing is it's only a car and you have your health, family and a bunch of good friends on this BB.

In the end you have your car back and it's just a small hick up.

[Ron in SoCal]

pcoat/weld/finish color => weld/pcoat/finish color :question:

What am I missing here. I'm a chemist and not much of a car guy. :_paranoid

You didn't miss much Bry. Sorry, I was typing that quickie response from my phone. My process was mock up the sub and align perfectly as mentioned above, then pull it send out to pcoat, undercoat/paint the car, replace the sub, realign (easier the second time around), reassemble the car, weld back in and then redo the color (Raptor spray in my case) on the sub. I didn't see any other way to do it unless I sent the entire car w the welded sub to the pcoater. I have seen some guys weld in the sub and then undercoat and paint.

Okay it could be worse you could be hunting for the lost brackets and calling DSE and paying for another set.

So true Marty. Something like that happened to me as well...:rolleyes:

[waynieZ]

Maybe I had a melt down, but it just stressed me over the edge. It will get done one way or another.
I'm getting ready to order some brake and fuel lines and get started on that. Mike said he left them off in case I needed to drop the sub to fit the crossmember in.

[syborg tt]

happens to the best of us :thumbsup:

Maybe I had a melt down, but it just stressed me over the edge. It will get done one way or another.
I'm getting ready to order some brake and fuel lines and get started on that. Mike said he left them off in case I needed to drop the sub to fit the crossmember in.

[waynieZ]

Maybe I had a melt down, but it just stressed me over the edge. It will get done.
I'm getting ready to order some brake and fuel lines and get started on that.

[Shadow X]

Man this is on hell of a build! U guys are doing a hell of a job, i love seeing builds like this..

[DOOM]

How about this. Modify the DSE tab so it can be plug weld to the frame. This would most likely eliminate making a mess of the frame. At that point all you would have to do is paint the modified DSE tab after it's plug welded on. No paint work need to the frame connector or the bottom of the car if you bolt it in as it doesn't need to be welded. I honestly think you can get these on the car with minimal damage.

I'm not sure this makes since, I could probably explane it a lot better over the phone if you want to give me a call.

See Wayne Jay made it all nice for you.. Great Idea!!!!!!!:captain:

[DOOM]

5 years to get the car back and no update on the progress REALLY!!!:D

[Jay Hilliard]

Yeah Wayne, what Mario said. Come on man! :D Show me (us) the pics.

[SWAPMEETCRAZY]

Maybe this will help!! Wayne --paint is leaving in am---Poured u up a quart-then put that in a gallon can-then boxed--Don't ask--last time I shipped
paint-was disaster!! lol.........this is bizen orange--will post omni code later..should give u a good sample of this shade......a little redder than atomic orange ............jim

[waynieZ]

Thanks Jim I'll be watching for it. Does primer color change the final color or is that just for pearl colors ??

Mario, Jay not too much to show, I've been waiting for my brake and fuel lines to come in. I have the car on jack stands so I could form some wire paterns for the Fab 9 hard lines. Which I only sent in this week. Plus Photobucket won't let me upload the few pictures I have to post. They are supposed to be fixing it.
Here they are.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0881.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0882.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0883.jpg

And My attempt at an artsy back lit one. Boy do I need photo take lessons!

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/Finished%20pictures/000_0886.jpg

I asked Mama if she wanted to come down under the car and christen the garage with me. She said no way if it fell she didn't want to be there to explain what we were doing when the firmen came to save us.
I told her not to worry I would leave a sock on the door knob and they would understand. lol Still no dice !

[SWAPMEETCRAZY]

Yes especially with this color--go light with primer-will pull the final color slightly lighter---sent ups --should be there wednesday---this is omni base--1 to 1 reduce with their reactive reducer-clear with your favorite!....There's enough to do 2 fenders --make a sample big enuff U can ponder for a while............jim

[waynieZ]

Thanks again Jim.

[56pickup]

looking good wayne! :thumbsup:

[Tincup]

Car is looking great, I wouldn't worry to much about the color of the primer, done properly, your painter should lay down a coat of sealer prior to painting. The sealer can be tinted if necessary, if not, it will at least provide a uniform base.

[tones2SS]

Good to see the updates Wayne. Nice to see your car sitting in your garage.
Keep us posted buddy.:cheers:

[waynieZ]

I cleaned up the parking brake pedal assembly last night. I used Safest Rust Remover, I soaked it over night and just rinsed with water and dried it. It came out pretty good. I'm going to coat it with satin clear and satin black. Thats the original paint on there. Let me know what you think.
Here are the before pictures.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0888.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0889.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0890.jpg

Now heres what they look like tonight.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0903.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0904.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0902.jpg

Not too shabby aaaaahhh! Tonight I'm soaking the clutch, brake pedals and the support. I need to order more rust remover.

[Ralphlovs72chev]

What did you use and from were did you get it? It did a very good job. Your car is coming along nicely. A

[waynieZ]

Thats the name of it Safest Rust Remover. Here's the link. I got it online. Its always done a good job for me. http://www.ultraone.com/ Check out the videos they have of it working. Its amazing. I have some of their degreaser but I haven't tried it yet.

[70rs]

Wow! That stuff is amazing! No scrubbing or anything? Just soak it?

[waynieZ]

No scrubbing. You just have to keep it wet, either submerge it or make it flow over the part with a small pump. Once I didn't have enough to cover the part so I took a piece of thick cloth and wet it and just pored it over the cloth every so often to keep it wet and it still worked.

[tones2SS]

Looks good Wayne. Keep up the good work man!:thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Thanks Tony. Tonight I cleaned the clutch, brake pedals and the support. I just noticed even that is date coded.
Here are the before pictures.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0894.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0893.jpg

And after.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0907.jpg

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0909.jpg

And the date code.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0908.jpg

[SWAPMEETCRAZY]

Wayne ,give us a clue as how much of this stuff is needed to do the parts like U did--Do U reuse or is it DOA after use??.........jim

[waynieZ]

Jim; I used about 3/4 of a gallon thats all I have left. As long as the parts stay covered it works. I think agitation helps.I just bought a pump from Harbor Freight for $10, I'll try that. If you let the parts sit in the solution extra time after its ready it has a carbon looking stuff on the metal, but all I did was move the bucket so the solution swished around and it removes it. The good thing is no matter how long you leave it it doesn't hurt the parts. When I first got it about 3 years ago when I was in and out of the hospital I put some in an open container and forgot about it for a few months and it evaporated. I rinsed off the part that was in it and was good to go. From what I know you can keep using it. Eventually it will get filthy and it will need replacing but not for a long time. If you let it settle and siphon off the junk in the bottom it will help. I think You can add a little water if it evaporates but not too sure it should say on the web site. I always degrease the parts to help keep it clean.
This is where I got it check out the videos of it working.
http://www.ultraone.com/

Here's the gas pedal linkage.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0912.jpg

[70rs]

Jim; I used about 3/4 of a gallon thats all I have left. As long as the parts stay covered it works. I think agitation helps.I just bought a pump from Harbor Freight for $10, I'll try that. If you let the parts sit in the solution extra time after its ready it has a carbon looking stuff on the metal, but all I did was move the bucket so the solution swished around and it removes it. The good thing is no matter how long you leave it it doesn't hurt the parts. When I first got it about 3 years ago when I was in and out of the hospital I put some in an open container and forgot about it for a few months and it evaporated. I rinsed off the part that was in it and was good to go. From what I know you can keep using it. Eventually it will get filthy and it will need replacing but not for a long time. If you let it settle and siphon off the junk in the bottom it will help. I think You can add a little water if it evaporates but not too sure it should say on the web site. I always degrease the parts to help keep it clean.
This is where I got it check out the videos of it working.
http://www.ultraone.com/

Here's the gas pedal linkage.

http://i172.photobucket.com/albums/w11/Hardcore454/69%20SS-RS/Brake%20parts/000_0912.jpg

Amazing stuff! I need to dunk my whole car in it......

[68MaroSam]

Wayne. It is all looking great. Looks like you are moving right along. That rust remover seems to work awesome.

[Kev's_68_Camaro]

Wayne....

Anything new on the car?


Kev

[waynieZ]

Kev; I just got my 1/2" fuel and brake lines in a few days ago from Inline tube and there was a mistake when they made them. There was a mix up on the
rear end housing line its too long where the T for the hose goes. I'll get someone locally to trim and re flare it for me. On the front to back one piece line they put the stone guard on all of it. We had talked about putting it on the rear end line but they put it on the big line. I don't know if its worth shipping it back to them or not. I haven't talked to them about it yet I'll see what they say .

[Kev's_68_Camaro]

Geesh...

It never ends. Wrong this and that drive us crazy with these cars. Mine has been done for years except the add on's but that's enough. I couldn't handle what you are going through on your build. BTW, did you see/hear a Camaro go by your place a few days last week and the weekend? A white 68 with black stripes ? I was going to stop in but your garage door is never open. Steve said if his truck is there he is there but its not me to just drop in. I will be happy to give you a hand now and then if needed.

Kev

[waynieZ]

He's right if the truck is in the yard I'm usually home. Last couple of weeks were tuff with family stuff. I usually keep the door closed being in the middle of the city. no use advertising what going on inside. I'm usually around after Ten stop by if you want.

[Kev's_68_Camaro]

This weekend should be nice so I will be out in the Camaro. If you hear a fairly loud car about 10am or so Saturday its me. :) How do you like your Dunkin coffee ?


Kev

[Kev's_68_Camaro]

Wayne...

It was nice to see your car in person today! The pictures here on the forum don't really show the quality of work that has been done. Its going to be a show stopper when done no doubt. As I said, you have my number if you need a hand. It was nice throwing the bull about the old days and future plans on your 69.


Kev

[70rs]

Hey Wayne,
Thanks for the b day wishes!

How are things going with the project?