Popular Hot Rodding's new Project car...

[cmraman]

I am pleased to announce Popular Hot Rodding's new project car...

"Project Olds"

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2643/3956695816_d7d46d593b.jpg

We have already started with some upgrades and the car debuted at the Good Guys show in Joliet last weekend. Please check out the blog....

http://blogs.popularhotrodding.com/6561190/project-cars/1965-olds-cutlass/index.html

The car was well received and did really well on the Autocross despite the lack of power.

Here it is currently...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2655/3956695524_daea72ba41.jpg


Watch for the build up to start in PHR early 2010. Let us know what you think and stayed tuned as we continue the progress. I want to thank all my friends who have been so supportive. I also wanted to thank Detroit Speed, Baer Brakes, Rocket Racing wheels, and Nitto tires for their interest in our project. Also a big thanks to Performance Restorations in Mundelein, IL for helping us with the installs. I hope you all like the project.
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[lhkustoms]

right on nice to see an olds

[tones2SS]

Very cool. Is this the same car that is on DSE's website? I saw the car on their website earlier and had to go back and check it out. lol
Should be a cool project.:thumbsup:

[NOVA]

what size wheel tire combo are they? anymore pics?

Thanks,

[David Pozzi]

Robert,
Lookin' sharp!
David

[98ssnova]

looks good and more muscle with the new wheels cant wait to see progress

[DocJr]

I'm very opinionated on this one. I'm happy that someone out there is thinking Olds. But I've always been happy that they haven't been on the market, it's cool to have something no one else has.

I hope PHR keeps the heart, and not put a chevy in it. (No offense) lol

[89 RS]

Cool to see something different. That thing looks good as it is right now, look forward to see the changes. :thumbsup:

[cmraman]

Very cool. Is this the same car that is on DSE's website? I saw the car on their website earlier and had to go back and check it out. lol
Should be a cool project.:thumbsup:

Yes it is.

[cmraman]

I'm very opinionated on this one. I'm happy that someone out there is thinking Olds. But I've always been happy that they haven't been on the market, it's cool to have something no one else has.

I hope PHR keeps the heart, and not put a chevy in it. (No offense) lol

We have something in the works, that's all I can say for now.... The build up articles are coming soon.

[cmraman]

what size wheel tire combo are they? anymore pics?

Thanks,

Wheels are Rocket Booster Greys by Rocket Racing Wheels. Fronts are 18X8 with 245-40-18 rear are 18X9 275-40-18

[cmraman]

Robert,
Lookin' sharp!
David

Thanks David!:thumbsup:

[OLDFLM]

Very nice my friend! Very nice!! Can't wait to see the articles!
V/R,
Ty

[YancyJohns]

Sweet car Robert. I'm a huge fan of Cutlas/442's. I guess you think your going to get things for free, ha...j/k
Nice Pics too!

[68/Camaro]

Congrats Robert!!! :thumbsup:

[cmraman]

Also thanks to DSE for posting a pic of my car on the news for the Good Guys event in Joliet, IL.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2760/4019147973_466a0b189e_b.jpg

[cmraman]

Many thanks to Rocket Racing wheels for using my car on the home page and in the customer gallery. They have a great line of wheels, and many new styles coming. Check them out here.... http://www.rocketracingwheels.com/


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[moparnate]

canceling car craft as I write this and getting PHR sent to my house!:thumbsup:

[Steve1968LS2]

By FAR the best project car going at PHR.. an affordable car that somebody would actually want to own.

Can't wait to see this car done Robert.. :thumbsup:

[cmraman]

canceling car craft as I write this and getting PHR sent to my house!:thumbsup:

Awesome!!

[cmraman]

canceling car craft as I write this and getting PHR sent to my house!:thumbsup:

Awesome!! Thanks for the support!

[cmraman]

By FAR the best project car going at PHR.. an affordable car that somebody would actually want to own.

Can't wait to see this car done Robert.. :thumbsup:

Thanks Steve. I really appreciate the comment.:lateral:

[radrambler]

Robert

very cool ,glad to see the new ride is getting hooked up .
glad PHR picked you up.great photograhy ...
best mag on the stands.
chris mcdonald was sending me phone pics from the shoot in joliet.said he had a good time .

tom

[nvr2fst]

Congrats Robert!
At least PHR got this pick right. I see most of the installs are being done somewhat local to our state. Its nice to get in the car and take a morning criuse to check progress. Dont change the two tone "mock" hardtop look, it makes the car IMO, which you propably agree with anyway.
Dave

[cmraman]

Congrats Robert!
At least PHR got this pick right. I see most of the installs are being done somewhat local to our state. Its nice to get in the car and take a morning criuse to check progress. Dont change the two tone "mock" hardtop look, it makes the car IMO, which you propably agree with anyway.
Dave

Funny, I had actually thought about painting the top to match the red, totally changed my mind. Where are you located?

[nvr2fst]

^ In Delafield. We talked briefly at Joliet.

[DavidW]

Neat PHR Project car - love the articles so far! Should be a lot of fun - building and driving.

[cmraman]

Neat PHR Project car - love the articles so far! Should be a lot of fun - building and driving.


Thanks! Yeah it's been a blast to drive, now we just need some horsepower.
:thumbsup:

[Kendall Burleson]

Love the Olds killer project:thumbsup:

[James OLC]

Looks like awesome progress Robert... one of the few magazine builds that I actually care to follow these days... :thumbsup:

(CP projects aside)

[cmraman]

Wow guys, thanks for all your support. I'm really happy with what we have done. I hope that this will show people that there are alternatives that are just as cool.

[radrambler]

Robert

:thumbsup: ON THE CUTLASS BUILD IN PHR...


Tom

[Young Gun]

gotta be one of my favorite builds, I am a fan of builds that are off the beaten path. I have been meaning to re subscribe and this is definitely a good enough reason!

[DFRESH]

Robert, my older brother had the same year/model--was his first car in high school. His was all white----I like the two tone look of yours. My bro sold his about 4 years ago--he held onto it for quite a long time. I was sorry to see it go, but didn't have space for it in my own garage. It 's very exciting to see this one, and the fact that it will be done right. I will imagine what could have been for my brothers. I will be following this one closely---really stoked to see you get this car and build it as you go along. Seems like a realistic build that will have my attention all the way through.

Doug

[66LS7]

Hey Robert the car looks awsome I can't wait till you get some more power under the hood so we can go pound on it on the road coarse.:thumbsup:



Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
[email protected]
1-262-347-9741

[cmraman]

Hey Robert the car looks awsome I can't wait till you get some more power under the hood so we can go pound on it on the road coarse.:thumbsup:



Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
[email protected]
1-262-347-9741

Thanks Randy. I appreciate your help with the project.

[89 RS]

Like previously said Robert, car looks awesome! Cool to see something different.

[protour73]

Robert, I freaking love this car......these Olds are a sadly overlooked car, finally getting some real love!!! This will be a great project to watch. :thumbsup:

[T Bell]

I'm so glad it's an Olds. I share the same thoughts as you on having a car that everyone has. Let's just say Chevellabration did me in. Can't wait for this months edition to get here. (And I promise, I'll look at the other articles too, afterwards)

[cmraman]

Robert, my older brother had the same year/model--was his first car in high school. His was all white----I like the two tone look of yours. My bro sold his about 4 years ago--he held onto it for quite a long time. I was sorry to see it go, but didn't have space for it in my own garage. It 's very exciting to see this one, and the fact that it will be done right. I will imagine what could have been for my brothers. I will be following this one closely---really stoked to see you get this car and build it as you go along. Seems like a realistic build that will have my attention all the way through.

Doug

Thanks for the feedback. I'm really happy with all the upgrades thus far. Everything is working well and the car is fun to drive. It just sucks I can't drive it now. Damn snow.

[cmraman]

I'm so glad it's an Olds. I share the same thoughts as you on having a car that everyone has. Let's just say Chevellabration did me in. Can't wait for this months edition to get here. (And I promise, I'll look at the other articles too, afterwards)

Stay tuned... we have some cool stuff coming.

[Steve1968LS2]

Wow guys, thanks for all your support. I'm really happy with what we have done. I hope that this will show people that there are alternatives that are just as cool.

I like it.. The Olds is the only relevant project in the magazine right now. I can look at that car and say "Man, I would really WANT to build one of those"

Can't wait to see it run next summer. :thumbsup:

[cmraman]

Robert, I freaking love this car......these Olds are a sadly overlooked car, finally getting some real love!!! This will be a great project to watch. :thumbsup:

All the 64-72 Buick and Olds are sadly overlooked. These cars have nice lines and share the same platform. I am really hope this shows people that there are options. Chevelle's don't grow on trees anymore.

[zbugger]

Can't believe I just saw this one. Now I have to find a copy so I can start following the build. I have a '65 Buick Special 4-door that I would love to build up. Great lines on the Chevelle alternatives. I loved my Buick when I was driving it. It was my high school car.

[TimMc]

Wheels are Rocket Booster Greys by Rocket Racing Wheels. Fronts are 18X8 with 245-40-18 rear are 18X9 275-40-18

Any issues getting these in the stock wheel wells? Love the project.

[COYBILT]

Finally not a Camaro, its a gentlemen's car too. Sorry guys just venting a little about camaro's, I love 442s and most olds products.

[cmraman]

Any issues getting these in the stock wheel wells? Love the project.

We had to clearance them a little, but not bad, the typical lip rolling.

[cmraman]

Finally not a Camaro, its a gentlemen's car too. Sorry guys just venting a little about camaro's, I love 442s and most olds products.

Thanks dude. Saw your car at SEMA. It turned out really nice. Hope to see it out this next year.

[XcYZ]

Wow guys, thanks for all your support. I'm really happy with what we have done. I hope that this will show people that there are alternatives that are just as cool.


Hell yeah. :cheers:

Can we get more pics? Or does PHR own all the pics of your car? :D I KNOW you have some killer shots of the car stashed somewhere.

[cmraman]

Hell yeah. :cheers:

Can we get more pics? Or does PHR own all the pics of your car? :D I KNOW you have some killer shots of the car stashed somewhere.

Here you go Scott!

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2492/4167151044_a0194260ff_o.jpg

[RECOVERY ROOM]

That looks to be a bad ass project,Nice to see something fresh Robert:thumbsup:

[cmraman]

That looks to be a bad ass project,Nice to see something fresh Robert:thumbsup:

Thanks Tracy. Keep a look out in the mag. We have some cool stuff coming.

[cmraman]

Hope you all checked out the Jan and Feb. issues of PHR for the stories on the build up of our project. Here is where we are at...

After we stripped it...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4031/4214411322_188abf0ca2.jpg

DSE's Front suspension...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2740/4213648675_570d395f13.jpg

Installed...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2710/4213649199_de5a9f207d.jpg

DSE's rear suspension...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4003/4214422796_9c41f4bdce.jpg

Rear suspension installed...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4025/4213649429_bd396e7702.jpg

Brent Jarvis at Performance Restorations setting up the car...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2580/4213648949_b6a83fef35.jpg

[nvr2fst]

Looking good Robert

[66LS7]

We need to get those issues out faster so we can get more pics of the cars progress.:cheers:




Randy(D&Z Customs LLC.)
[email protected]
1-262-347-9741

[cmraman]

Looking good Robert

Thanks, the winter is driving me crazy. I want to drive it.

[FoxRod]

Looks good robert, whats the future powerplant?


This is Chris your Indy Bird Flipping Camera Assistant :unibrow:

You have a good choice in color combo's

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[Cris@JCG]

Just got my copy of PHR last night & I am lovn this project :thumbsup: Keep up the great work on the project Robert!

[cmraman]

Just got my copy of PHR last night & I am lovn this project :thumbsup: Keep up the great work on the project Robert!

Thanks for following it. Keep watching, exciting things coming.

[MattG]

T4 brakes are looking awesome Robert.

I can't get over how much you have done for the money! Let's just say I'm a little jealous! :lol:

Love the car and can't wait for the powertrain build!

Matt

[cmraman]

T4 brakes are looking awesome Robert.

I can't get over how much you have done for the money! Let's just say I'm a little jealous! :lol:

Love the car and can't wait for the powertrain build!

Matt

I can't wait for that step also. Transmission is waiting and the engine is being assembled this week. All I can tell you is that it is a Olds 455cid. Watch for the build up later this year.

[brut4s]

I already subscribe to Popular Hotrodding have for years. Love the Olds. This build up is what I was planning to do to my '65 GTO. Can't wait for more!

[cmraman]

I already subscribe to Popular Hotrodding have for years. Love the Olds. This build up is what I was planning to do to my '65 GTO. Can't wait for more!

Thanks for your interest. We have more to come. 455 is being assembled tomorrow. Dynoing it next week. I'm excited to see what it's going to make for power.

[cmraman]

The Cutlass took alot of road to stop on the old power drums...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4032/4361733148_bccb0d6571.jpg

Thanks to Baer for helping us with the new T4 brakes for the project.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2741/4360991213_47eccaff9a.jpg

Baer Tracks for the rear...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4040/4360991097_561834814c.jpg

Getting prepped for the teardown...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2785/4360991489_9479422c61.jpg

Also want to thank Phil Gerber and the Roadster Shop for cutting these spacers for us. We needed just a hair more room in the front. Thankfully, not much...


http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2721/4361733390_b3127fe35b.jpg

Thanks again to Kyle and Stacy at DSE for supplying the new brake booster. It works seamlessly with the brakes.

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2804/4361733478_a06991f505.jpg

Installed, the new brakes look killer behind the Rocket Racing wheels Booster Greys...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2727/4360990695_90acf50ee4.jpg

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2753/4360990965_c2f8e6cca1.jpg

[camcojb]

car looks great Robert.

Jody

[cmraman]

car looks great Robert.

Jody

Thanks a bunch Jody!!

[tyoneal]

I am pleased to announce Popular Hot Rodding's new project car...

"Project Olds"

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2643/3956695816_d7d46d593b.jpg

We have already started with some upgrades and the car debuted at the Good Guys show in Joliet last weekend. Please check out the blog....

http://blogs.popularhotrodding.com/6561190/project-cars/1965-olds-cutlass/index.html

The car was well received and did really well on the Autocross despite the lack of power.

Here it is currently...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2655/3956695524_daea72ba41.jpg


Watch for the build up to start in PHR early 2010. Let us know what you think and stayed tuned as we continue the progress. I want to thank all my friends who have been so supportive. I also wanted to thank Detroit Speed, Baer Brakes, Rocket Racing wheels, and Nitto tires for their interest in our project. Also a big thanks to Performance Restorations in Mundelein, IL for helping us with the installs. I hope you all like the project.
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I love the B-O-P cars.

Many way to cool cars that very under represented.

I'll start working on one soon for a basic refurbishing. I hope they eventually catch on since relitively speaking they are pretty cheap compared to the Chevy's.

Good Luck,

Ty

[brut4s]

I just got the new issue yesterday(boy the month took forever)!Looks great. I have a question about the wheels and tires, what offset and did you have to modify the fender wells?

[cmraman]

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I love the B-O-P cars.

Many way to cool cars that very under represented.

I'll start working on one soon for a basic refurbishing. I hope they eventually catch on since relitively speaking they are pretty cheap compared to the Chevy's.

Good Luck,

Ty

Thanks Ty. That was the exact reason why I bought mine.

[cmraman]

I just got the new issue yesterday(boy the month took forever)!Looks great. I have a question about the wheels and tires, what offset and did you have to modify the fender wells?

I'm really glad you are enjoying the build of this car. The wheels are Rocket Booster Greys. The fronts are 245-40-18 and the rears are 275-40-18. The wheel size are 18x8 which I believe are 4.75 BS. and the rear are 18x9 with a 5.25 BS. There was some clearancing in the rear inner ( on the outer side) fender well. In the front we had to remove the 3 upper fender well bolts and hammer the metal to pinch it and trim the wheel lip molding.

[DFRESH]

Was the first article I read when the issue showed up here at the house---loving this build up for sure bro---great choices all the way around, and like I mentioned before, I would love to have one of these for myself--such a great car with great lines on them. It's great you are staying with the Olds motor as well----that 455 will get the job done for sure. Have you had a chance to drive it with the mods yet? Night and day diff? Keep us posted--you are doing a great job with it.

Doug

[cmraman]

Was the first article I read when the issue showed up here at the house---loving this build up for sure bro---great choices all the way around, and like I mentioned before, I would love to have one of these for myself--such a great car with great lines on them. It's great you are staying with the Olds motor as well----that 455 will get the job done for sure. Have you had a chance to drive it with the mods yet? Night and day diff? Keep us posted--you are doing a great job with it.

Doug

The suspension and brakes were done late last summer, so yes I have driven it with those mods. I drove the car for about 4 months with old, tired, worn out stock suspension on 14" wheels. Now, it's a much different car. I've only put on about 150 miles with the rearend in. It's still in it's break in period. I'll have to baby it for while longer to break in the transmission. But It's about ready to rock. Should have the car running and on the road again by the end of the month. Just waiting on a couple of things. Thanks for your interest in the build. I hope you continue to follow it in upcoming issues of PHR.

[brut4s]

Thanks for the info! Can't wait for more.

[GHOSTDANCER]

Wheels look great on there.:thumbsup:

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[Jimi-FM3]

Those wheels are killer on that car. Nice choice!

[cmraman]

Those wheels are killer on that car. Nice choice!

Thanks Jimi.

[cmraman]

Sorry for the delay in updates. Heavy travel schedule and getting the engine and trans swap completed...

I first wanted to thanks Strange engineering and Randy Johnson ( D&Z Customs ) for their involvement with the project. Randy did a great job with the modification and install of the S60 rear end that we installed in the Cutlass.

3.73 Gear set being placed...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2684/4481150435_4fc5737460.jpg

The beefy 35 spline axles...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4045/4481800010_c78907fb2e.jpg

Assembled and ready for installation...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4004/4481799798_c15659f682.jpg

Out with the old...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4053/4481149607_613d47eba7.jpg

Randy making slight modifications

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4054/4481798614_482a71f045.jpg

In with the new...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2789/4481148145_593599647b.jpg

Still got some break in miles, but so far it is a great piece.
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[cmraman]

It's in the car, but here is a teaser...

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[T Bell]

Wooooo-hoooooo!!!! Sounds like a beast. And I can really respect the fact that you kept it an Olds motor. Especially, when everybody is in LS mode. You know there's a guy in town with an LS1 in a Honda Civic.

[cmraman]

Wooooo-hoooooo!!!! Sounds like a beast. And I can really respect the fact that you kept it an Olds motor. Especially, when everybody is in LS mode. You know there's a guy in town with an LS1 in a Honda Civic.

I think I know that car.

[brut4s]

sounds good!

[cmraman]

sounds good!

Thanks. It is alive now. I gotta take it to get exhaust tomorrow.

[brut4s]

What are you going to run? I have heard good things about Pypes or are you going custom?

[cmraman]

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:D

[waynieZ]

It sounds good!

[cmraman]

As you see from the video the engine is in. It's running well and very strong. I'm looking forward to my first outing with the new drivetrain. The build up story can be found in June issue of PHR. In the meantime, here it is...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3227/4558385385_61aa42b520_b.jpg

[DocJr]

Diggin' the engine stand lol them T-shaped things are dangerous.

haha asside from that, like I posted on facebook, Im glad you kept it Olds powered... Torker intake, Edelbrock heads, "Mondello" on the pan, should be a nice package...Holley 750 or 800?

The car itself is looking great too!

[brut4s]

Just got my june issue nice engine.Any video's of it on the road or track?

[cmraman]

Just got my june issue nice engine.Any video's of it on the road or track?

Not yet but I hope someone grabs some this weekend at the Ultimate Street Car Faceoff.

[brut4s]

Just curious did you ever think about EFI? Just to be different and maybe better drivability.

[cmraman]

Just curious did you ever think about EFI? Just to be different and maybe better drivability.


Driveability is good now. Very docile around town but it is a monster when you open the secondaries. I did consider it. Maybe down the line.

As for your earlier question, the exhaust story is to come.

[OLDFLM]

Purists be damned and all... but I have to say that I'm glad you kept it an Olds!! I went thru the same deal with the LSx vs Poncho mill in my car... GREAT project Rob!!! And the only reason I'm still getting PHR! :thumbsup:

[brut4s]

Any video on the track yet?

[cmraman]

Any video on the track yet?

I know that Ridetech put a GoPro on my car during autocross as well as Larry Callahan. I don't have one yet. If anyone caught me, please feel free to post. Maybe I can get something in a couple weeks. I'm taking it to Motorstate Challenge

[cmraman]

Photo from the Autocross at Street Car Faceoff at Elkhart Lake this past May. If you haven't gone and participated in one of these events, your missing out. I went to cover it and test out the Olds. It was a great time and fun experience. Here is a pic of Project Olds on the autocross. Thanks to Henry D for capturing this shot...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4670276691_6eabdffe54.jpg

[RECOVERY ROOM]

Nice looking car:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[cmraman]

Nice looking car:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Thanks Tracey

[phillym5]

Photo from the Autocross at Street Car Faceoff at Elkhart Lake this past May. If you haven't gone and participated in one of these events, your missing out. I went to cover it and test out the Olds. It was a great time and fun experience. Here is a pic of Project Olds on the autocross. Thanks to Henry D for capturing this shot...

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4057/4670276691_6eabdffe54.jpg

It was good to meet you the other day. Fun times.

Project Olds looks awesome. The wheels set it off perfectly.

:thumbsup:

[cmraman]

It was good to meet you the other day. Fun times.

Project Olds looks awesome. The wheels set it off perfectly.

:thumbsup:

Thanks alot!

[cmraman]

Project Olds was at the Motorstate Challenge, we took first in autocross for under 200 TW tire. Here is a vid of it on the autocross. I did get a little hot in the first turn.

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[ja.stoner63]

Thanks for posting the vid...very cool.:thumbsup:

[jack67rs]

Robert, nice vid! There must of been some hotties standing around the course in the first big left!! Glad to see your haven fun with your ride and to think I was going to let you take mine for a run in Scottsdale, can you say concrete? just kiddin, you were awesome in Keiths chevelle. Car sounds sweet, amazing how far its come in a short time.

[cmraman]

Robert, nice vid! There must of been some hotties standing around the course in the first big left!! Glad to see your haven fun with your ride and to think I was going to let you take mine for a run in Scottsdale, can you say concrete? just kiddin, you were awesome in Keiths chevelle. Car sounds sweet, amazing how far its come in a short time.

I would have loved to drive yours in Scottsdale. Maybe next year.

[jon72vega]

Robert, here's a pic I took of your Olds at Gingerman.
Sweet Ride!
http://i962.photobucket.com/albums/ae108/jon72vega/Gingerman%20June%2019%202010/29.jpg

[brut4s]

Hey Robert, anything new with the car?

[cmraman]

Hey Robert, anything new with the car?

yes, there's been a few more updates. I have been so busy working, I haven't had the chance to post anything. I will do so very soon.

[cmraman]

yes, there's been a few more updates. I have been so busy working, I haven't had the chance to post anything. I will do so very soon.

Here is the new update....

Sorry for the delay in updates... Been a really busy end of summer and fall. The car is great and is tucked away for the winter. Some changes are taking place, but I wanted to update on some of the things we have done so far...

Thanks to Holley for the help with the the exhaust system and to the Roadster Shop for the installation. We got it to fit high and tight. They did an awesome job. Thanks Guys!

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5004/5216383794_0518803e0f_z.jpg

Right after the engine and trans was installed by Performance Restorations... I drove it open headers to the Roadster Shop. That thing sounded badass. Now I want cutouts.. LOL. Here is the clean canvas...

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5047/5216384548_ffeb8e8894_z.jpg

Setting up the X - pipe and determining the route...

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5010/5216385452_42f1f59d7f_z.jpg

With the Muffler mocked up, the angle of the first bend is set..

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5289/5215797489_6976fa9573_z.jpg

Cutting pipe, I love the sparks shots... LOL.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4112/5215798505_c73470f9fc_z.jpg

The front section complete, ready for finish welding...

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5243/5216386304_bb64740dfb_z.jpg

The Hooker Aerochambers that we used. Very nice sounding mufflers...

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5247/5216386550_3e169c5a44.jpg

After all the routing and welding was finished, took the set up to the paint booth and shot it with ratttle can Ceramic black paint...

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5050/5216387644_35bd9cbeba_z.jpg

[Van B]

Did you change the exhaust recently or is this from last spring? Curious how the paint on the exhust would hold up.

[cmraman]

Did you change the exhaust recently or is this from last spring? Curious how the paint on the exhust would hold up.

No. this has been on since spring and so far it's holding up well. I want to have it properly ceramic coated maybe this winter.

[revmopar]

The exhaust looks sweet, can anyone tell me where I can get the red snap grommets the exhaust is hung with? thanks

[cmraman]

The exhaust looks sweet, can anyone tell me where I can get the red snap grommets the exhaust is hung with? thanks

I wish I knew. I asked the same question. Call Phil at the Roadster Shop. He may know or ask him if he'll sell you some.

[z28camaro69]

Summit Racing sells them with their exhaust kits.

[Van B]

Stainless works also sells blue ones. Probably available at Summit and Jegs.

[Van B]

Stainless works also sells blue ones. Probably available at Summit and Jegs.

http://www.jegs.com/i/Stainless-Works/842/EXGRO/10002/-1?parentProductId=755755#moreDetails

[revmopar]

thanks guys, this site is a huge help

[cmraman]

Project Olds is getting some updates over the winter. With the help of Brent Jarvis and the guys at Performance Restorations, we pulled the motor and sent it back to School of Automotive Machinists in Houston,TX. They wanted to check things over and make a couple of changes. I will update those later. But I was lurking on some of my Olds forums and found these babies for sale...

http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5174/5461205705_e191349305.jpg


New still in the original box. I will have to knock out the plug for a breather, but they will look Bitchin'!

[moparnate]

nice find!!

[cmraman]

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3087/5792371606_9bc3f8eecf_z.jpg

Motor has been updated. It's back in the car, and coming back home tomorrow. Finally, LOL. Oiling issues seemed to be better, but time will tell but so far it's doing great and is much more responsive. Hope to post more pics soon.

[brut4s]

Anymore pics?

[cmraman]

Anymore pics?

Nothing lately but it'll be at the Motorstate Challenge. I'm sure I'll get some new one's there.

[brut4s]

Any updates?

[cmraman]

Any updates?

Nothing real new. We have been having some mechanical issues and really not sure what the problem is. So it's been parked most of the summer. I haven't had much time either to get the problem resolved either. I hope to post more soon. Thanks for the interest.

[cmraman]

I wanted to thank Phil, Jeremy, Neal and the crew at The Roadster Shop for helping us diagnose and get the Olds back on the road. Thanks guys for taking the time out of your busy schedule to give me a hand. This is what I love about this community. When you need a hand, someone is usually willing to help. You guys rock. Thanks again guys.

Turns out the oil pump was way overkill for the engine, causing low pressures at operating temp. They found that it would make in excess of 150 psi cold. We went with a new pump and seems to be working fine. I drove the car home from their shop, 130 miles. Everything seems a ok. Looks like I'll get some time in the car after all.

[James OLC]

That's great that they were able to track that down Robert! You deserve some time to enjoy the car - I hope you have a great time with it!!!!

[cmraman]

That's great that they were able to track that down Robert! You deserve some time to enjoy the car - I hope you have a great time with it!!!!


Thanks James. It was a little stressful driving it. But so far so good. I'm taking the advice from Chris Jacobs and Randy Johnson, I'm just going to drive it and enjoy it.

[cmraman]

We are doing a series of makeovers and Project Olds is one of the projects we are working on. Keep a look out in the June 2012 issue for the complete story for now, here's a sneak peek...


http://blogs.popularhotrodding.com/6763918/project-cars/1965-olds-cutlass/index.html#comments

[brut4s]

Can you give us a sneek peak yet?

[cmraman]

Can you give us a sneek peak yet?

Sorry, I know the issue is at the printer so it should be soon.

[DOOM]

Robert how's the paint on your car I like the combo!!!

[cmraman]

Here's what's happening now...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7073/6865217066_0b34829f51.jpg

They guys at Windy City Rods and Restorations did a great job with the make over, which will be in the June issue of PHR. They didn't want to let the car leave the shop without addressing some of the visible issues. Make sure you check them out.

http://www.windycityrr.com

[cmraman]

Here's more...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7200/7012042249_664f4fb6a3.jpg

:D

[cmraman]

Looking forward to getting the Olds out there this year, here's a run at the Indy Good Guys show. I was also playing with my video editing skills.

cXy5Ra8tGyM

[cmraman]

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7277/6948686172_ffb685b147.jpg

Check it out in the June issue of PHR...

[cmraman]

I decided to take the Olds on a shoot at Schwartz Performance. My pal Bob Chiluk came along to help... Thanks Bob. So I took a couple quick shots of the Olds with the new paint.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8445/7878229162_deb7f7853a_c.jpg

[syborg tt]

Looks awesome !!

I wish I could take pictures as good as you can

[IMPALA MAN]

Awesome car Rob. It's equal to your photography. Both top notch. Keep up the photos and great work.

[waynieZ]

Looks awesome !!

I wish I could take pictures as good as you can

I'm with you Marty, I'm only a point and shoot kind of photographer.

Rob the paint looks great, and I agree Nice picture!

[Rick D]

Very nice looks great Rob :cheers:

[GoolsbyCustoms]

Looks really good Rob

[cmraman]

Looks really good Rob


Thanks a lot guys. Far from on par to what you build, but I like it.

[protour73]

Robert, I've loved your car since the first time I saw it at a very wet Good Guys show in Joliet a couple years ago, but WOW, what a transformation. Car looks GREAT!!!

Forget it Marty, you'll never get close to Robert's photog ability!! :woot:

I decided to take the Olds on a shoot at Schwartz Performance. My pal Bob Chiluk came along to help... Thanks Bob. So I took a couple quick shots of the Olds with the new paint.

http://farm9.staticflickr.com/8445/7878229162_deb7f7853a_c.jpg