JCG Restoration & Customs 68 Firebird

[Greg from Aus]

Got some assembly going on the Bird... Firewall & Underdash..

Got this cool pcs made for the neutral safety switch & brake lights for the Wilwood pedals...

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Firewall assembly.. Nice to see all the cool pcs we made for this car come together..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3097_zps7a3604ca.jpg

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Chris,

Do you have any of the brake switch brackets for sale, also the pedal cover for the accelerator pedal?

Greg

[youthpastor]

nice work as usual Chris! love the pedal detail.

[captainofiron]

Amazing!

[Cris@JCG]

Thanks for the props guys.. but this one is being assembled by the owner & we are just supporting what he needs to get this Bird done.. We both are looking forward to the rewards of seeing this car on the road..


Al- We do not run any brake or fuel lines in the cab of the car.. We need to plumb one more fuel line & then we will post some details just for you..

Beautiful job from the "Team"at JCG. Chris it's hard to tell from the picture but are you running the fuel line through the inside cabin?

Greg- We need to re-work the bracket to clear the column.. Currently have no plans to make more other than what we have for this car.. The gas pedal is a one off pcs.. We make another pedal but not great as this one..

Chris,

Do you have any of the brake switch brackets for sale, also the pedal cover for the accelerator pedal?

Greg

[Cris@JCG]

We got the suspension on today & got the car on the ground... Got motor & transmission going in tomorrow!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3177_zps9c9149af.jpg

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[dolf]

I might have missed it but what paint color / code is this? Looks awesome so far!

[XLexusTech]

Awesome build! looks great.. what brak/clutch masters are those i like the setup very neat and clean :trophy-1302:

[Cris@JCG]

It is a porsche color... I don't have the color code.. We did not paint the car.. A buddy of the owner shot this one.. I will get it later & post it...

I might have missed it but what paint color / code is this? Looks awesome so far!

The whole brake system with pedals & master cylinders are Wilwood...

Awesome build! looks great.. what brak/clutch masters are those i like the setup very neat and clean :trophy-1302:

More assembly progress pics... :thankyou:

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3180_zps0ce01a46.jpg

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[Chicken Louie]

Can't wait to see the final product!! You guys have a ton of custom touches and they look great! :thumbsup:

[Sonar Chief]

It is a porsche color... I don't have the color code.. We did not paint the car.. A buddy of the owner shot this one.. I will get it later & post it...



The whole brake system with pedals & master cylinders are Wilwood...



More assembly progress pics... :thankyou:

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3180_zps0ce01a46.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3179_zpsf6259fd0.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3178_zps72f20763.jpg

Been watching this car since the fat bottom pics awhile ago :trophy-1302:

Do you have any pics of the inside showing how intrusive that 3 link is on the interior? I sure would like to see the interior back seat/3 link area :thumbsup:

[David Pozzi]

Who makes the accessory drive? How is the alternator to rack clearence?

[WILWAXU]

Who makes the accessory drive? How is the alternator to rack clearence?
Looks like a factory 4th Gen F-body setup.. with some very cool detailing.

[Cris@JCG]

David- The drive system is out of a 2006 GTO.. & the alternator is very close to the lines on the rack n pinion but we are looking @ making some kinda of custom fitting .. I really like the alternator low as on this system but @ times can be difficult to run due to power steering lines & when running engine cooler lines..

I really perfer to run stock GM track systems..

here is a picture of the custom fitting that were done for the power steering pump... A banjo for the pressure & -10 for the feed on fluid to the pump.. Custom tank is in design right now...

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2931_zpsf85a17a0.jpg


Who makes the accessory drive? How is the alternator to rack clearence?

[Cris@JCG]

Here is another preferred GM product we like using here @ JCG.. On our T56 Magnum conversions we use the F-body/GTO clutch throw out bearing & like to enhance it with the option to remote bleed it & for plumbing with transmission removal make our own adapter to quick dis-connect the lines from the transmission..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3186_zpsb978ccdc.jpg

[Al Moreno]

Chris, your threads are a study of automotive engineering, I love ready through them. I always learn something new! :thumbsup:

[Richio1]

:idea:

[Cris@JCG]

Thanks Al!

Chris, your threads are a study of automotive engineering, I love ready through them. I always learn something new! :thumbsup:

[214Chevy]

Love this car, keep up the good work!! :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[captainofiron]

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3178_zps72f20763.jpg

Where did you guys get that rear suspension set up from? Is it a custom job?

[frankv11]

hey chris , I'm still eyeballing that ac compressor mount pulley system. when i get some time on my hands I may attempt to steal your idea :computer:

[Cris@JCG]

It is a Art Morrison 3 Link suspension... We just fabricated all the mounting points to the body for the links..

Where did you guys get that rear suspension set up from? Is it a custom job?

Knock yourself out Frankie! & good luck:thumbsup:

hey chris , I'm still eyeballing that ac compressor mount pulley system. when i get some time on my hands I may attempt to steal your :computer:

[captainofiron]

It is a Art Morrison 3 Link suspension... We just fabricated all the mounting points to the body for the links..



really nice job, the mounts look OEM

[T_Raven]

Looking good Cris. I think this is still my favorite build right now. Can't wait to see it done.

[Cris@JCG]

Thanks guys!

Here is another underside shot with the exhaust final assembled, shocks, & Rick's gas tank...

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3210_zps76b45574.jpg

really nice job, the mounts look OEM

Looking good Cris. I think this is still my favorite build right now. Can't wait to see it done.

[captainofiron]

Thanks guys!

Here is another underside shot with the exhaust final assembled, shocks, & Rick's gas tank...

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3210_zps76b45574.jpg

you owe me a new keyboard, i just ruined mine by drooling on it, hahaha

[Cris@JCG]

It has been awhile since we had any updates on the Firebird.. Sorry! Here is the latest on this build.. Getting the engine bay assembled & detailed.. Still designing a few more pcs…

Got a new power steering reservoir we will be making tomorrow.. just got pcs from the machine shop.. The pass side reservoir is a new air oil separator that we will be testing on a car next week.. just used the bird for mock up..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3432_zps756d4229.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3432_zps756d4229.jpg.html)

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3431_zps6d6c3015.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3431_zps6d6c3015.jpg.html)

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Got the new brake reservoirs that Wilwood is now making…

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3438_zps7792269d.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3438_zps7792269d.jpg.html)


The factory oil dip sticks needed some cosmetic enhancement… Use the factory tube.. cut it & silver solder a new end with shortened tube…. Cut the dip stick indicator & use our new t-handle…

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3434_zps2b1c7bb1.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3434_zps2b1c7bb1.jpg.html)

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We got the rear section of the car assembled! Got a few more adjustments to do…

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3439_zpsf10a66b5.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3439_zpsf10a66b5.jpg.html)

[tubbed69]

Chris thats some great work on this car,Do you guys sell those dipsticks for an ls3?sure would save me some time.

[waynieZ]

Very nice Chris!

[Cris@JCG]

We made a few extra prototypes... Just need put a plan together on how to offer these dip sticks for sale.. More than likely I will buy LS3 ones from GM & do the work in house to offer it as a complete item we sell.. need to get manufacturing cost this week to be able to have end user pricing..

Chris thats some great work on this car,Do you guys sell those dipsticks for an ls3?sure would save me some time.

Thank you sir!

Very nice Chris!

[ANVIL1]

Looking great, Cris! I love the attention to details that has become your hallmark.

[Cris@JCG]

Thank you Matt.. but the owner of this Bird has been doing the assembly & we just support the remainder of the build.. But me & Ken share the same details of assemby when we build a car..

BTW- Looking forward to seeing your Mustang on the big screen here pretty soon.. :popcorn2:

Looking great, Cris! I love the attention to details that has become your hallmark.

[Al Moreno]

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/Air-OilSeparatorAssy_Rev-1_zps6f401b26.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/Air-OilSeparatorAssy_Rev-1_zps6f401b26.jpg.html)

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Chris, Love the catch can, are you planning on bring it to market?

[214Chevy]

Looking good and love the stripe scheme on the paint job. :thumbsup:

[Cris@JCG]

Thanks Al..

Today I am building one to install on a car to test function... If it works & can manufacture with less cost than what I have into it now... Yes!

Here is pic of all the components..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3445_zps9959e144.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3445_zps9959e144.jpg.html)


Chris, Love the catch can, are you planning on bring it to market?

[kiwi69]

Cris,

Great meeting with you today, and having the pleasure of seeing this car in the flesh, that colour in real life is just stunning, as is the whole car.

Mel and I are looking forward to working with you on building a 69 in the near future.

Cheers

James

[Cris@JCG]

James- Thank you paying us a visit today.. It was great to see your wife plan the car with you.. We look forward to building your 69 & that one of our builds will be crusing the streets of New Zealand!

Cris,

Great meeting with you today, and having the pleasure of seeing this car in the flesh, that colour in real life is just stunning, as is the whole car.

Mel and I are looking forward to working with you on building a 69 in the near future.

Cheers

James

[Cris@JCG]

Firebird is almost done! Just in time for SEMA & will be in the Wilwood Engineering booth..

Machine shop brought in the LS valve covers to proof fitment on the 68 Firebird.. All fits good & now off to anodize & fabricate the baffle system inside the cover to keep the oil in engine when breathing from the ports.. All ports are O-ringed & we even made custom stainless mounting bolts..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3766_zpsc71e37b4.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3766_zpsc71e37b4.jpg.html)

[Che70velle]

Those are really nice!

[Lenie]

Cris, I'm really looking forward to seeing this car at SEMA this year. Congratulations on the build.

[Cris@JCG]

Look forward to meeting ya Lenie! For the last 4 months the car has gotten assembled by the owner & we just support on the assembly where he needs our help.. The interior has so many cool little items that have been designed & machined..

Exterior view..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3773_zpsb655e72b.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3773_zpsb655e72b.jpg.html)

Cris, I'm really looking forward to seeing this car at SEMA this year. Congratulations on the build.

[WSSix]

Looks great, Cris. :thumbsup:

[T_Raven]

This is my Favorite Firebird being built right now. I need to find a way into SEMA this year

[tones2SS]

Looks great, Cris. :thumbsup:

^^What Trey said. Very nice.

[67zo6Camaro]

Look forward to meeting ya Lenie! For the last 4 months the car has gotten assembled by the owner & we just support on the assembly where he needs our help.. The interior has so many cool little items that have been designed & machined..

Exterior view..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3773_zpsb655e72b.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3773_zpsb655e72b.jpg.html)

Almost looks like a Gray/Silver Blu. Enjoying your post Cris from the side line.

[Cris@JCG]

Thanks Brett! Hoping to seeing you next weekend @ the So Cal Challenge..

Almost looks like a Gray/Silver Blu. Enjoying your post Cris from the side line.

[geberhard]

Chris, incredible work, and love how clean the bird came out! Any additional side shots?

Gui

[T_Raven]

Just got the latest issue of PHR and see both this Firebird and Blu Balz on the cover. Nice work Cris! The feature on the Firebird looks great.

[Lenie]

Got to see it at SEMA, sweet car and well built. Nice job Cris and good to see you at Sema again.

[Cris@JCG]

Thanks Traven for the props! Nice that we got a double feature in PHR this month!

Just got the latest issue of PHR and see both this Firebird and Blu Balz on the cover. Nice work Cris! The feature on the Firebird looks great.

Looking forward to seeing your car in person some day Lenie..

Got to see it at SEMA, sweet car and well built. Nice job Cris and good to see you at Sema again.

[tones2SS]

Exterior view..
http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3773_zpsb655e72b.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3773_zpsb655e72b.jpg.html)

Man, that car looks great!
That car is sitting on some stance. Great job Cris.

[gordonr1973]

Looks great...are there any finalized pics of the car and interior?

[Cris@JCG]

Here is one that I have from when they shot the car for PHR..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/1968-pontiac-firebird-interior_zpsfbc687d7.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/1968-pontiac-firebird-interior_zpsfbc687d7.jpg.html)


Looks great...are there any finalized pics of the car and interior?

[waynieZ]

Very Nice Cris !

[HBRod]

Just found this thread and read through it. Very nice build and definitely lots of fabrication. The seats look interesting, did they also come from the GTO and were recovered?

Definitely nice work Chris.
Rod

[Cris@JCG]

Thank you sir! The seats are C5 Corvette..


Just found this thread and read through it. Very nice build and definitely lots of fabrication. The seats look interesting, did they also come from the GTO and were recovered?

Definitely nice work Chris.
Rod