My '64 'Vette

[out2kayak]

Hey all,

OK, I can't say when this thread will end, but here is the start.

I'm working on a '64 'Vette convertible that's shall we say challenged.

The plans at the moment is to have a custom tube chassis with all 2010 ZR1 suspension components (with the appropriate mods to fit under the fibreglass).

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/DSCF0610.jpg

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As of now, I have all the various suspension components in boxes (rotors are on their way, but dang those Brembo calipers are massive!).

The rack that should be here in a week is from Woodward, thanks to some recommendations on the forum. :lateral:

The sway bars are from Pfadt (http://www.pfadtracing.com/catalog/product_info.php/cPath/28_40/products_id/38). I have to narrow them to fit.

I have a Currie Fab 9 IRS rear end that I plan on running custom Driveshaft shop CVs that will handle a minimum of 1000HP.

For an engine, I plan on a twin turbo LS. A T-56 Magnum 6 Speed transmission with a little added beef will be swapping the cogs.

I plan on 265/35ZR19 in the front, P345/30ZR19 in the rear.

Well, need to keep working.

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/DSCF0644.jpg

:cheers:

-- Joe

[SLO 65]

"P345/30ZR19 in the rear."

Are you trying to keep this a convertible or will it be a roadster? That tire may wreak havoc on the top assembly. Hedges Speed Shop claims the top still works with 325/35R19's on this 67:
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v714/slo65corvette/fd52_3.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v714/slo65corvette/0128_3.jpg
I have my doubts, I'm going to check it out sometime this summer.

My poor 65 project has been stuck in neutral for the last ten years. I just love some of the new chassis options that are out now - makes my Car Creations chassis look like a dinosaur.

Nick

[waynieZ]

It sounds like an awesome project. I'll enjoy watching this one come together.
Good luck with it.

[mfain]

Glad to see another Corvette in the crowd -- looking forward to seeing your project develop. Good choice on suppliers. Woodward and the Driveshaft Shop both have great products and service. Do you have a removable hardtop? That is how I solved the big tire versus convertible top problem. I still see C2 removable tops for sale at reasonable prices. What chassis are you going to use? Good luck and keep us updated.

Pappy

[ja.stoner63]

Love the project & you have a great little worker to share in the fun I see.
Keep us informed. :yes:

[out2kayak]

Glad to see another Corvette in the crowd -- looking forward to seeing your project develop. Good choice on suppliers. Woodward and the Driveshaft Shop both have great products and service. Do you have a removable hardtop? That is how I solved the big tire versus convertible top problem. I still see C2 removable tops for sale at reasonable prices. What chassis are you going to use? Good luck and keep us updated.

Pappy

No hard top yet. Will need to figure it out.

Am thinking of a custom soft top, but will have to see.

The frame is from SRIII. :cool:

:cheers:

[out2kayak]

OK, so I have not posted in a while, so here is some pics:

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/Frame/JKennedy004.jpg

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/Frame/JKennedy002.jpg

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/Frame/JKennedy001.jpg

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/Frame/Currierearhousing003.jpg

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/Frame/Currierearhousing002.jpg

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/Frame/Currierearhousing001.jpg

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/2-1-11.jpg

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/After%20Dipping/DSCF0023.jpg

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/Birdcage/DSC00206.jpg

:cheers:

-- Joe

[coolwelder62]

This is really nice.Awesome fab work.:thumbsup:

[mrbigblock]

motivation indeed!:thumbsup:

[BirdsThaWord]

DANG! That chassis looks like it could handle whatever you throw at it. Nice & beefy!

[out2kayak]

A few more for you:


http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/Frame/3-1-11002.jpg

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:cheers:

[out2kayak]

Few more pics:

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/Frame/3-7-11007.jpg

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Made progress with the diff. Have the Moser aluminum centre section in (lightened 3.50:1 gears) with a Wavetrac (http://www.wavetrac.net/) diff. Still waiting on the CV joints before the rear coilovers can be finished.

Getting close!

:cheers:

[WSSix]

Looking good. SRIII certainly makes a great looking frame and it works so well too.

[Ron in SoCal]

x2. That frame is slick...:thumbsup:

[groovyjay]

Wow, subscribing! :thumbsup:

[Romulus]

Man... I wish I woulda thought about having the back half of my SRIII frame like you did. I guess I'll just have to do another Vette when I'm done with the current one.

Great progress on your '64. That's gonna be a beast.

[out2kayak]

Few more pics:

http://i810.photobucket.com/albums/zz22/out2kayak/New%20Chassis/5-6-11021.jpg
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:cheers:

[groovyjay]

I'm liking what I'm seeing so far! :thumbsup: :thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[coolwelder62]

Very,Very,Cool.Who make's the CV shaft's.I can't wait to see more of this amazing build.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: Scott M.

[mrgm]

that is one cool pile of metal you have there. So is that the same ZR1 geometry?

[out2kayak]

The CVs are from the Driveshaft shop. They are variants of:

http://www.driveshaftshop.com/domestic-axles/chevrolet/corvette/chevrolet-corvette-1997-2008-1000hp-level-5-axle-hub-kit

The inners were setup for 934CVs (see http://www.currieenterprises.com/cestore/productsRE.aspx?id=3498). The outers are the ZR1 35 spline units. :thumbsup:

Yes, the same geometry as the ZR1. A bit narrower, but I will still need to stretch the front and rear fenders to get the rubber that I want under them.

The big thing is that I won't be running the torque tube connected to the engine. The TR-6060 that I have will be bolting directly to the engine.

Thoughts?

:cheers:

[scottysimp7]

Just off the hook! What next?:woot:

[Rybar]

I think it looks awesome, you done a hell of a job so far :thumbsup: