Hey Everyone New Guy Here With Another 69 Camaro! [Archive]

b757jetdr

03-23-2011, 06:32 PM

Hello,

I have been a member for sometime now but never posted yet so here it goes!
I have my project finally started, 69 camaro with the following goodies (see below) in the near future! The car is going to be the orginal Fathom Green with a combo of orginal dark green interior with some black and carbon fiber splashed in it also.

This project started back in 2004 on christmas eve when my wonderful wife have the car dropped off for my christmas present, it started as a plain restore with a big block. But now as all projects seem to do, the end target changed. I had most the body work all done and car painted but after getting ready to assemble it found I paid good money for a great hack job ( my bad!!) So then I meet a cool guy from my area on here and he hooked me up with a bunch of good info and a GREAT shop. So the project is back on track with some back tracking but will be right this time!

I need to figure out how to post some pics and the best way to do it, cuz from what I have seen everyone here loves pics (me included) and I get some great info and ideas from them. So everyone please feel free to give me your thoughts and anything else!! My other passion is airplanes I have one right now I am restoring, 1946 Ercoupe. I work for UPS as a aircraft mechanic so I know my way around aircraft, just slow and stupid when it comes to this pro touring car stuff but learning as I go!!!!!!! :woot:

DSE subframe
DSE Q-link and Mini tubs
Planning for T-56 trans
LS-3 GM Crate Motor
Z06 wheels and big brakes

dubbleu

03-23-2011, 09:17 PM

Welcome... Lets see those pics!:thumbsup:

GregWeld

03-23-2011, 09:20 PM

Welcome Chris!

Sounds like a nice project!

There is a thread about how to post pics.... and the easiest way is to get yourself a Photobucket account.... then you upload your pics to there and then copy the URL (I think that's what I do)... then you drop that in the post... and the pics show up.

Find that thread - it's easy and you'll get the hang of it!

And just for fun.....now that you've opened yourself up!

:ttiwop:

b757jetdr

03-24-2011, 06:35 AM

Ok here we go, these are some pics of when I got the car and where it is now before the back tracking on it starts! Like I said the car looked good from 20 ft away but ugly when you got close and crawling around it.

I got a couple great guys helping/guiding me with it now, they are members on here also 1st is "72novadriver" he built a awesome nova. I know he is going to do wonders on mine and the best part is he is going to let me do as much as I can while keeping me on the right track. The 2nd guy is on here using the member name "Reckley" who is doing a sweet 67 camaro! Just wanted to throw out a quick thanks to these guys!

Here is a link for the pics

http://s1134.photobucket.com/albums/m613/b757jetdr/Camaro%20pics/

b757jetdr

07-10-2011, 09:48 PM

Hello Everyone,

I just wanted to post some pics and give a quick little update on my project. Update is that it is going SLOW!!! LOL But I know it will be right this time! After we got the car all stripped and parts rolling in it should start picking up some speed. I figured out I can't take pics in the hi setting on the camera and get them to upload here, so I will put the rest in a link. I have been on information overload reading about about everyones great projects and getting some cool ideas! I am also getting Great info on what works and what might not work. And last but not least I am going to need to knock off a few banks to get this project done the way I want :rofl: :willy:

And just a FYI and this might be old info but the spray on bedliner stufff (SEM I think) that was on my car does not come off with most blast media very well! I spent 2.5 days scrapping by hand with a propane torch, then made a 2nd trip to media blaster to clean it up nice.

Thanks more to come later!

Spiffav8

07-10-2011, 10:52 PM

Chris,

Welcome to LG. Nice to see another car getting the treatment it deserves. Nice to see the pictures and progress. Yeah it sucks to go slow, but it sounds like you're getting some great advice and on track for an awesome build. Keep at it and throw up pictures whenever you can. I'd love to see a few of that 1946 Ercoupe you're restoring...if you get the chance.

See you around the pattern.

:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

XcYZ

07-11-2011, 04:27 AM

Welcome aboard, Chris. What kind of equipment do you support as an aircraft mechanic?

b757jetdr

07-11-2011, 04:54 AM

Curtis,
I would love to send you some pics of the coupe ! Send me a PM with a email so I dont clog up space here. I noticed from some of your post it sounded like you maybe a airline pilot?? If so with who?

Scott,
I work for UPS in Louisville I work on every thing we have in our fleet 757, 767, A300, MD11, and 747's. Right now I work in the structures shop doing sheetmetal and composite work. I use to work at a outer gateway and took complete care of 3 jets at any one time mostly 757, 727, DC8, and A300's

I wanted to ask is there a way to transfer this thread to the project updates or better to just start a new one??

Thanks!

camcojb

07-11-2011, 06:43 AM

I moved the thread for you. Welcome to the site!

b757jetdr

07-11-2011, 07:30 AM

Jody,

Thank you! I was not sure how to do it and keep it going! LOL

waynieZ

07-11-2011, 08:43 AM

Chris welcome to the site nice project.

coolwelder62

07-11-2011, 09:04 AM

Chris great looking project.Welcome aboard.!!:thumbsup:

BBC71Nova

07-11-2011, 09:21 AM

Wow! Where does someone from MI find a '69 in such great condition? That thing looks real solid and a great project to start with. Keep the updates coming.

Billy will keep you steered in the right direction for sure.

b757jetdr

07-11-2011, 11:09 AM

John,

My wife found the car back in 2004 and bought it for me for Christmas! I sent her to get the exhaust fixed on our blazer and she secretly bought me the car, the title says it came from PA.

The car was/is in amazing shape to start a project. I just wish I had found Billy on my first go around then I would not be doing double the work but hey I guess it's only money and you can't take it with you!!:rofl:

I am getting some albums around on a photo bucket account of all my pics from the first go around :wow: and another for the right one!:woot:

Thanks

b757jetdr

07-15-2011, 01:24 PM

Hello Guys, I went over to the shop today to hang out and check on my car. Here are a few pics from the PROGESS!! I love seeing it come together!

Thanks

Rybar

07-15-2011, 01:36 PM

Welcome Chris, looks like a nice project.

Jay Hilliard

07-15-2011, 02:48 PM

Welcome Chris. Very nice project. Looking forward to more pics.

b757jetdr

01-20-2012, 04:58 PM

Hey Everyone,

Its been a bit since I had time to sit down and post a updaye to my car project, and I am still trying come up with a good name for it other than MONEY PIT!!! LOL Progress has been slow, but I am ok with it since the work is quality work. Here are some pics of new subframe going in..

b757jetdr

01-20-2012, 05:32 PM

Here are some more pics of the lastest progress. Tunnel build up to fit the t56 magnum with half high body mounts and roof removal.

ma73z

01-20-2012, 05:35 PM

Nice build you've got going, keep the pics coming :thumbsup:

b757jetdr

01-20-2012, 11:05 PM

Nice build you've got going, keep the pics coming :thumbsup:
Thanks Matt Checked out your project looks like fun, I have always been a first Gen guy but since getting on this site and into this protouring really liking the 2nd gens also.

b757jetdr

01-20-2012, 11:12 PM

Good looking project Chris! Can't wait to see more! :thumbsup:

Jay,
Thanks for the info today and I got another source for the mil spec cannon plugs maybe, I am calling tomorrow. I will email you the info if your interested not sure about cost yet. I might call you Mon with a couple more questions about your wiring.

b757jetdr

02-22-2012, 07:38 PM

Well wanted to post a few pics of some new new chucks of aluminum that showed up for my project today, New Autorad setup!

KPC67

02-22-2012, 08:59 PM

That is just awesome. :thumbsup:

tubbed69

02-23-2012, 06:52 AM

Chris that coor support and firewall look real nice,looks alot like my project.Good Luck with build.

b757jetdr

02-23-2012, 11:28 AM

That is just awesome. :thumbsup:

Thanks Kevin!

b757jetdr

02-23-2012, 11:44 AM

Chris that coor support and firewall look real nice,looks alot like my project.Good Luck with build.

Hey thanks for the kind words, I looked at your project and read your details. Yes your right looks we are going to have pretty close to the same basics, I did go with a t56 magnuam for the trans which with DSE half high body mounts made it so we had to raise the tunnel. I knew going into it that the tunnel would have to be raised due to reading different peoples threads on here and the very talented person at the shop I am using (Billy Utley at B & B Classics) he really knows his stuff! I try to do as much as possiable but with my crazy work schedule it makes it impossiable to complete and I am learning alot as we go!

b757jetdr

03-24-2012, 08:19 AM

Ok everyone here are some up dated pics of recent and a few pics of my new project I just picked up! To many pics for one post so I will have a couple.

b757jetdr

03-24-2012, 08:29 AM

More Pics... The last pic is the end goal for the new project but not sure on colors yet, might go with polished alumnium.

Spiffav8

03-24-2012, 09:14 AM

Chris....the car is coming along very nicely! And the Ercoupe looks great.

Keep up the good work.

:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

JMitch19

03-24-2012, 11:40 AM

Good to see another Michigan car coming together. Hopefully I'll run into you at some local events once you have it on the road.

b757jetdr

03-24-2012, 12:40 PM

Good to see another Michigan car coming together. Hopefully I'll run into you at some local events once you have it on the road.

Hey Jason that sounds like a plan for sure! I am hoping for next summer but I could be all wet with that plan! :rofl:

frankv11

03-24-2012, 10:25 PM

Very nice work on that trans crossmember

Musclerodz

03-24-2012, 11:01 PM

Cool Camaro project and Ercoupe. Used to have an "E" model along with a ton of parts before I sold it all to someone who liked Ercoupes more than I did. :D

b757jetdr

03-25-2012, 12:02 AM

Very nice work on that trans crossmember

Thanks for the thoughts on that trans cross member it is really turned out nice! But I can't take the credit for it, wish I could though:willy: The guy at the shop I use is a great fabricator. I don't have time or tools to do all the fab work between this project and my new one which I will do all the work on!!

b757jetdr

03-25-2012, 09:49 AM

Cool Camaro project and Ercoupe. Used to have an "E" model along with a ton of parts before I sold it all to someone who liked Ercoupes more than I did. :D

Mike, Cool to hear you had a ercoupe, mine is a 415-C model. I am heading over right now to start getting it all unpacked from trip home and get all the boxes of parts sorted. I have a split elevator from a "E" model to put on it which I have found from my research is a pretty desirable mod!.

As for the Camaro project it is comming along nicely I have got a great small shop doing all my fab and paint work. I don't have the time or tools to do everything on the car with my crazy work schedule. I do go over and help with what ever I can right now and plan to be doing more when it come to putting the thing together. Fabrication requires welding which I don't do well, if you need a hole burned through some metal I am your guy! :rofl:
I work on airplanes for a living and if I need welding done it gets contracted out to a certified aircraft welder!

I was lucky to get hooked up with a member on here that has a small shop, Billy Utley (B&B Claasics) now I know the car is going to be SICK!!!

Jay Hilliard

03-25-2012, 05:49 PM

Looking great Chris. Keep the pics coming.

waynieZ

03-25-2012, 06:19 PM

Looking great Chris. Keep the pics coming.

I agree!

DFRESH

03-25-2012, 09:10 PM

Another sweet 69 done right! That Auto Rad support is super sweet---that's on my list of mods as well---congrats on all the great progress bro---will keep watching for more.

Doug

Musclerodz

03-25-2012, 10:17 PM

Mike, Cool to hear you had a ercoupe, mine is a 415-C model. I am heading over right now to start getting it all unpacked from trip home and get all the boxes of parts sorted. I have a split elevator from a "E" model to put on it which I have found from my research is a pretty desirable mod!.

As for the Camaro project it is comming along nicely I have got a great small shop doing all my fab and paint work. I don't have the time or tools to do everything on the car with my crazy work schedule. I do go over and help with what ever I can right now and plan to be doing more when it come to putting the thing together. Fabrication requires welding which I don't do well, if you need a hole burned through some metal I am your guy! :rofl:
I work on airplanes for a living and if I need welding done it gets contracted out to a certified aircraft welder!

I was lucky to get hooked up with a member on here that has a small shop, Billy Utley (B&B Claasics) now I know the car is going to be SICK!!!

If Bill is doing it, you will have a well built sick ride when done.:thumbsup:

b757jetdr

04-17-2012, 09:49 PM

Here are a few new pics of the finished trans cross member and mount. I have not had chance to see it in person yet so looking to get over there this week!

b757jetdr

11-30-2012, 10:55 PM

Hello Everyone!

It's been awhile since I had anything to really report on on here. It seems like thats changing now, my car is getting some good progress now and is "the hot project on the list" in the shop now so here are some pics of the progress from the other day.

I also put a order in for wheels (Forgeline GA3's) and a new GM ls376/480hp crate motor! Hoping to keep my updates comming more often now.

Chris

b757jetdr

11-30-2012, 11:00 PM

Couple more pics.

Chris

frankv11

11-30-2012, 11:27 PM

It's been a while but worth the wait , I see another project just got out of control.
Assuming that was not the original plan. Any how congrats. Very nice detailed work getting done.

Rick D

12-01-2012, 04:57 AM

Very nice to see work getting done :cheers: Looks great!

cencalc6

12-05-2012, 09:53 PM

Just went thru your project build....Very Nice Job! :thumbsup:

b757jetdr

12-05-2012, 10:39 PM

Thanks for the thoughts and comments guys! I am just counting down the days till the wheels show up and I can get a look at them in person!

And yes Frank it is another project out of control but what the hell you only live once!

Think I need to come up with a name for this project, maybe " Project Overtime" since that is what funds this monster!

Thanks again everyone for your thoughts!

sunoco67

12-07-2012, 06:37 PM

subcribed :)

b757jetdr

12-07-2012, 07:01 PM

Hey Sunoco67,

My wife is from Wichita. Where abouts you live out there?

b757jetdr

12-13-2012, 08:18 PM

Hello, I just went over to check in on my project this week before I head down to a long couple weeks at work (UPS little busy this time of year)!!

So they are working on the engine down bars, getting the drivers side qtr off and ready to replace. Also got my new engine in and bolted up! New wheels should be here in about 3 weeks. I have been researching wiring harness and today spent alot of time looking into the New MSD Atomic EFI LS system, I am thinking thats the way I am headed now!

Well here are some new pics.

b757jetdr

12-13-2012, 08:21 PM

Here are the last couple of pics from today.

One last question is there a way to update the the title of this thread?? I need a name for this car!

Thanks
Chris

cencalc6

12-14-2012, 07:32 AM

:thumbsup:

Scooch

12-14-2012, 08:19 AM

Nice Project! Great work so far. :thumbsup:

b757jetdr

12-21-2012, 02:16 PM

Hello, Just wanted to post a couple pics that were emailed to me of a little progress this week on my project. I guess the started the process for the mini-tubs as far cutting the frame rails and welding in the close out plates, welded in some tie-down/tow hooks to the front of the sub frame, got the engine down bars mostly finished up and just need final welding. then the big deal of the week is the new Forgeline GA3's with polished outers and Satin Gunmetal centers/inners showed up!!!:thumbsup: Figured about 4 weeks for the wheels from order to delivery and it was only about 2 weeks, damn they were fast!:wow: :woot:

Well here is wishing everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year also may everyone be safe! :yes:

Chris

Rybar

12-21-2012, 03:17 PM

Looking pretty awesome Chris. Nice work. :thumbsup:

tubbed69

12-21-2012, 07:02 PM

really like the wheels and thinking about adding the engine down bars,great job so far

Reckley

12-24-2012, 08:53 AM

Chris, a little bird told me you had started a build thread. Can't believe this is the first time I've see it.

The car looks great :thumbsup:

Mike

WSSix

12-24-2012, 10:08 AM

Nice wheel choice!

Can't help on a name though. I'm terrible at naming things. :yes:

redsand

12-24-2012, 10:10 AM

Chris did you make or buy the down bars and components?

Jgpclone

12-24-2012, 12:38 PM

coming along very nice:thumbsup:

Reckley

12-24-2012, 07:24 PM

Chris did you make or buy the down bars and components?

He bought them from bbclassicsinc.com I just bought a set for a project I'm working on. Nice high quality stuff.

Mike

b757jetdr

01-12-2013, 08:21 AM

Hey Everyone!
Just went and peeked in on my project and got a few pics so thought I would throw them up for you to check out if your interested. According to Billy he plans to have all the Quadra Link all complety installed my Tuesday next week and mout the rear-end so he can check the tire fit in the wheel wells befor he starts final install of the quater panels.

So first thing Monday morning I am going to order a thrid member for the rear-end, planning on going with alum center section, tru trac and 3.89 gears. I have been do some research and believe I am going to use Drive Train Specialists they seem to be be pretty fairly priced and a local group to me which I like dealing with so if I should need anything in the future. So please anyone with any info that might help, hit me with please :lol:

So I guess thats it for about now, next post will be a couple of pics of the New wheels mounted on the new rubber. Maybe next week some pics with the wheels mounted up to car :unibrow:

Everyone have a great weekend I am headed to work look out Louisville here I come!:rofl: :rofl:

b757jetdr

01-12-2013, 08:26 AM

Here are the last few pics for this update. I love these wheels, never thought it was going to be so hard to pick wheels :willy: thank god that's done!:woot:

Vince@Meanstreets

01-20-2013, 10:30 PM

Looking good Chris. Billy does fantastic work. Fast too.

b757jetdr

01-21-2013, 11:38 AM

Hello everyone, I just wanted to throw up a quick pic of the cutouts Billy did for the exhust clearance in the trunk area. Should have some more pics later this week, project is rolling right along.

214Chevy

01-21-2013, 03:12 PM

Trunk looks flawless and I love the bead roll on top of the cutouts. Wheels are fantabulous too!!:rockin: :rockin:

b757jetdr

01-21-2013, 04:01 PM

Trunk looks flawless and I love the bead roll on top of the cutouts. Wheels are fantabulous too!!:rockin: :rockin:

Thanks for the checking it out and your thoughts! As I have talked with a few other people this is really my first car project that has come this far, I never really thought much about wheels before this and never had a clue how hard it would be to decide on which type, size, colors, etc...:bang: wow glad that saga is over! :D

tubbed69

01-21-2013, 04:28 PM

trunk looks really good Chris,nice metal work

frankv11

01-21-2013, 10:22 PM

Nothing beats the bare metal pictures. Very nice.

b757jetdr

01-25-2013, 10:49 AM

Well here are a couple pics of the roll bar comming together and the engine bay bars being tied into the car's structure up front. Also a couple other misc pics. hope you guys enjoy and look forward to hearing everyones thoughts.

Chris

Ron in SoCal

01-25-2013, 01:43 PM

Cage work looks really good Chris! :thumbsup:

b757jetdr

01-25-2013, 10:25 PM

Cage work looks really good Chris! :thumbsup:

Ron,

Thanks man, I read through your build thread a little bit ago (all 100 and sum pages) lol vey nice car. I wish I could take credit for the work on mine, I just don't have the space, time, tools, or experiance to do that kind of fab work. I just write Billy the check much easier that wayand done pretty good so far. I think it is headed in right direction to be a pretty nice car and fit in with some of the cars here.

Thanks
Chris

214Chevy

01-26-2013, 09:01 AM

Thanks for the checking it out and your thoughts! As I have talked with a few other people this is really my first car project that has come this far, I never really thought much about wheels before this and never had a clue how hard it would be to decide on which type, size, colors, etc...:bang: wow glad that saga is over! :D

Yeah Chris, wheels and paint color are two of the hardest choices to make. Those two things there can make or break a car and you did excellent on the wheels.

b757jetdr

06-14-2013, 05:29 PM

Hey guys!
It's been awhile since I have had time to update with progress on my car but here it goes! Last time the cage was being built, well that is now complete along with the cross bar.

The rocker repair is now complete and the car weighs 30 lbs lighter after getting all the dirt etc out of rockers LOL. There are a few pics of the final welding of the tubs and the Q link install.

Then it was time for expoxy prime and lizard skin on the internal structure. Billy then fixed the L/H lower fender and the side mounting flanges on the lower valance. Final few pics are of the final stages of the down bars and cross braces, Qtr panel install, and then assembly to start fitting everything!

Billy is burning the midnight oil and hitting it hard to have it ready to go to to Joe & Paul VanNus at Dutchboys Hot Rod to get it all ready for paint and then make it colorful again! Well that is about it for now so here are the pics..

b757jetdr

06-14-2013, 05:36 PM

Some more pics!

b757jetdr

06-14-2013, 05:39 PM

These are the final few pics from this update :D

frankv11

06-14-2013, 06:19 PM

b757jetdr

06-14-2013, 07:10 PM

Chris I know you being modest about not doing the work your self but its probably tuffer to write a check.
Like ron said , love the cage work. Makes it easy to weld without the roof skin.
nothing like bare metal to Apreciate the work getting done. EXCELLENT !!!

Frank,
Thanks for the kind words, and your right it's tough just writing the checks! As far as the work being done I know what I am good at and like giving the credit to the guys who are making this project come to life. Right now my part is working overtime at :ups: to write the checks :thumbsup:
I have learned alot watching this whole thing come together. And yes you have to love bare metal stage, but will love to see it in color!

NovaBlue71

06-14-2013, 07:20 PM

Looking good Chris, we are looking forward to working on your car. Car will be off the hook when it's done. Joe :thumbsup:

garickman

06-14-2013, 07:33 PM

Some more pics!

Is that a tank and diff vent next to your battery? Is that one of Billy's products? Project looks amazing!

b757jetdr

06-14-2013, 07:39 PM

Looking good Chris, we are looking forward to working on your car. Car will be off the hook when it's done. Joe :thumbsup:

Thanks Joe, I am really stoked to get it to you guys and move into the next stage!

b757jetdr

06-14-2013, 07:44 PM

Is that a tank and diff vent next to your battery? Is that one of Billy's products? Project looks amazing!

Greg,
Yes that is exactly what that is and yes one of Billy products! Glad you like the project!

b757jetdr

06-17-2013, 07:58 AM

Quick update, here are a couple pics of a couple of the cooler mounts and installs Billy and his guys came up with, he just txt'd me the pics.

JMitch19

06-17-2013, 08:06 AM

Looking good. Can't wait to see that car on the west side of the state.

Did Billy use a water jet to cut the top and bottom plates for your cooler mounts?

b757jetdr

06-17-2013, 08:25 AM

Looking good. Can't wait to see that car on the west side of the state.

Did Billy use a water jet to cut the top and bottom plates for your cooler mounts?

Jason,
I can't wait to move it over to the west of the state. One of the guys Billy has working for him made the mounts, I believe he has a CNC plasma cutting table they did it on.

Hey when you have time email me or txt me your dash pics. Looking forward to getting with you and working out the wiring plans.

Ron in SoCal

06-17-2013, 09:45 AM

Man that is slick Chris :thumbsup:

waynieZ

06-17-2013, 11:57 AM

Very Nice!

Rick D

06-17-2013, 01:22 PM

Looks great Chris, Billy and his crew are doing some nice work on this beast!

coolwelder62

06-17-2013, 01:24 PM

Just down right Outstanding.!!!!!!!!Very well built & engineered.Joe & Paul will do and unbelievable job W/the Body and Paint work.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Flash68

06-17-2013, 05:49 PM

Wow very cool stuff. Nice work.

fleetus macmullitz

06-17-2013, 06:42 PM

When you take it to the right shops...this is what you get.

Vince@Meanstreets

06-17-2013, 06:46 PM

Quick update, here are a couple pics of a couple of the cooler mounts and installs Billy and his guys came up with, he just txt'd me the pics.

Those came out nice, great project.

b757jetdr

06-17-2013, 07:58 PM

Man that is slick Chris :thumbsup:
Thanks Ron! Your car is super nice , I wanted to go with a bunch of the carbon stuff on mine but more wanted to get it done and start enjoying it lol maybe on the next version. :hairpullout:
Very Nice!
Thanks Wayne
Looks great Chris, Billy and his crew are doing some nice work on this beast!

Rick, yes Billy and his crew are turning this PJ Camaro into a sick ride.
:thankyou:

b757jetdr

06-17-2013, 08:10 PM

Just down right Outstanding.!!!!!!!!Very well built & engineered.Joe & Paul will do and unbelievable job W/the Body and Paint work.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Scott
It will be a very well built I think and your right Joe & Paul do great work. I can't wait to see them work there magic, I figure with some of the people they have done work for I am in pretty safe hands :woot: :rockin:

b757jetdr

06-17-2013, 08:33 PM

Wow very cool stuff. Nice work.
Thanks!
When you take it to the right shops...this is what you get.
Yes the right shops make all the differance!!! It took a couple of times for me to find them but now it it is coming together
[QUOTE=Vince@MSperfab;487260]Those came out nice, great project.[/QUOTE

Yeah I really like how they came out also!

I tried to get Billy to send me some more update pics this afternoon but all I got was a pic with the screen blacked out and a pic of the frame table with a different project on it:headscratch: I think he's holding out on me :mock: till I get home from out of town and get there wed with Paul to take it to paint.

Thanks everyone for the interest and can't wait to get it done and then out having fun with it and meeting some all the great people on here!!

Motime

06-20-2013, 06:38 PM

Awesome car! Not sure about those wheels though.

tubbed69

06-20-2013, 06:46 PM

Chris we want to see some bodt and paint pics.:gitrdun:

Rick D

06-20-2013, 07:21 PM

Can't go wrong with Paul and Joe for sweet paint!! I'll be over in Detroit the week of July 15th, I've got to get by some of the shops over there??

b757jetdr

06-20-2013, 10:30 PM

Awesome car! Not sure about those wheels though.
Hey thanks!

Chris we want to see some bodt and paint pics.:gitrdun:

Jeff, I am going Friday morn with Paul to pick the car up and take it to there shop! So should have some pics in the near future.:cheers:

b757jetdr

06-20-2013, 10:37 PM

Can't go wrong with Paul and Joe for sweet paint!! I'll be over in Detroit the week of July 15th, I've got to get by some of the shops over there??

Rick,

If your coming up this way, not sure which way Your planning to take but either coming or going take I94 and give Joe & Paul visit when blowing thru Kalamazoo area. They are not far off the expressway!

Let me know and if it's a weekday I will stop by it would be cool to meet you.

Chris:thumbsup:

b757jetdr

06-21-2013, 03:36 PM

Hello Everyone,

Well some good news, the Camaro was picked up today from Billy's and headed to Joe & Paul Place to get ready for paint! Here are a couple quick pics I took while we were loading. Batteries went dead in camera so nothing to exciting or detailed. Hope you like them, Paul is going to be taking and posting pics along the way too!

Now it's time to :gitrdun:

tubbed69

06-21-2013, 06:40 PM

very good day Chris,car looks good like it is,these guys will do a great job for you

Leadfoot1

06-22-2013, 02:59 PM

Just went thru the whole thread....

Very nice!!

You know, as its raining here today and i spent the day reading car mags and Lat-G project updates (back hurts and i def needed a chillin day anyway so...). It got me thinking, the more i look at the cars beeing built here on Lat-G, the more i realize this site is REALLY helping the car community.

I mean, we see the names of some shops become more and more recognized for their work and it turn it makes it easier for some more enthusiasts to not get burned when giving contracts on their projects by beeing able to identify these shops as ones that deliver and not only that, but that they share the passion on the same level as the customer!! We all know how fast our "toys" can become EXPENSIVE and getting burned by some, how should i say, less professionnal than most(?) shops is not something we would wish to anyone, no? Been there done that too, so i can relate.

Its nice to see the hobby grow and good people get together to make things move in the same direction.

You can see in those last pics the same passion in all the guy's eyes about just picking the car up !! Another beast is being born!!

Love the way your project is going!

:lateral:

Lead.

214Chevy

06-22-2013, 05:06 PM

Chris, the car has come a long way. Looking awesome bro. :headspin: :headspin:

b757jetdr

06-22-2013, 07:03 PM

Greg from Aus

06-22-2013, 07:19 PM

Looks killer, can't wait to see the end result.

tmadden

06-22-2013, 07:27 PM

Looking real good. Keep it up and keep posting pics.

b757jetdr

06-22-2013, 08:14 PM

Looks killer, can't wait to see the end result.

Looking real good. Keep it up and keep posting pics.

Thanks guys! And I will keep the updates and pics coming!

b757jetdr

06-23-2013, 07:08 PM

Looks great Chris! Billy sure does nice work!

Thanks Jay! There are a couple of your ideas from Jeff's car I want to steal from you!! Hope you don't mind but I love some of the simple little things you came up with:thumbsup:

Chris

b757jetdr

06-30-2013, 07:59 AM

Well here is a quick update on my project, this thing needs a name but I am having a hard time with that.

Well anyway, Paul started get everything around and fitting all the front end on the car. He called me and gave me good news and some so so bad news. The Rh door fit great with just a little work needed on the gaps, the Lh door sucks along with header panel and hood. Classic GM orginal parts vs re-pop parts. Paul and Joe had a GM hood and bolted it up and it fit great. So Paul has tracked me down a orginal cowl hood and header panel. I was given a list of other parts to track down that they need to keep progress moving such as weather strip, grill, etc.. so everything can be fit before hand. Got every thing around and headed to drop it off Tuesday. They got the decklid fitted and the gaps pretty well figured out with a little work.

I am getting ready to order headers tomorrow so we can get the exhaust built also. I am getting to the stage where I can see the money pit opening fast with all the stuff needed you don't really think about, it's easy to plan for the big ticket things because the stare you in the face. It's the little things, all the hadware, hose/fittings, seals, rollers to rebuild the window assemblies, etc... that I have never really thought about, well tried but never had a good list.:bang: :confused18: Oh well it's just :G-Dub:

Ok here are some pics hope everyone likes them and as always let me know what you think, well the pics are to large to attach and I do not know how to resize them manually right this second. :warning: So here is a link to the photo bucket account with them the should be on last 2 pages. this link hass all the pics so far.

http://s1134.photobucket.com/user/b757jetdr/library/69%20Camaro%20Build

Have a great day everyone

Lous69

06-30-2013, 08:53 AM

FETorino

06-30-2013, 09:11 AM

I am getting ready to order headers tomorrow so we can get the exhaust built also. I am getting to the stage where I can see the money pit opening fast with all the stuff needed you don't really think about, it's easy to plan for the big ticket things because the stare you in the face. It's the little things, all the hadware, hose/fittings, seals, rollers to rebuild the window assemblies, etc... that I have never really thought about, well tried but never had a good list.:bang: :confused18: Oh well it's just :G-Dub:

http://s1134.photobucket.com/user/b757jetdr/library/69%20Camaro%20Build

Have a great day everyone

Chris you have chosen some top craftsman for this build at all stages no doubt.:D

Those little things do add up especially when they are top of the line stuff :G-Dub:
http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m613/b757jetdr/69%20Camaro%20Build/99.jpg (http://s1134.photobucket.com/user/b757jetdr/media/69%20Camaro%20Build/99.jpg.html)

Ron in SoCal

06-30-2013, 09:51 AM

Way to go Chris. Car looks great and is in great hands! Pick your shops like you pick your friends and they'll always have your back.

That last 20% = 70% of the build :)

And what's up with that Torino guy posting pics of his parts in your thread? :wrongforum: :popcorn2: lol...

b757jetdr

06-30-2013, 01:26 PM

Hey Chris your build looks great. I haven't had any work done by Dutchboys myself but I'm a big fan of theirs.

Based on their track record you've made an obvious and excellent choice.

I think the whole Father - Son aspect of their business is way cool too.

When spending this kind of money on a project I'm sure it's a lot easier to sleep at night knowing talented people like them are doing the work.

I'll be following this thread closely!!!

Hey Thanks for checking it out! Yes Dutchboys do great work and I will be super happy to say I had them do this stage of the work, and yes its way easier to not worry about the car when you are lucky enough to have quailty shops doing the alot of the work. I have been pretty lucky to have meet alot of great guys here and a ton of great info to figure out what I wanted and where to get it done right the 2nd time around, first time was a shame!

I am looking forward to getting this project ready for final assembly and running so I can get it out and start having fun with it and getting out to meet more people from the site!

b757jetdr

06-30-2013, 01:43 PM

Chris you have chosen some top craftsman for this build at all stages no doubt.:D

Those little things do add up especially when they are top of the line stuff :G-Dub:
http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m613/b757jetdr/69%20Camaro%20Build/99.jpg (http://s1134.photobucket.com/user/b757jetdr/media/69%20Camaro%20Build/99.jpg.html)

Hey Rob,
I was glad to find these guys to help make this car what I want! I have been lucky to have a good job for the funding and a very understanding wife!

The little things do add up fast and there is much you don't even think of! I am just glad I had access to those connectors in that pic at a very good discount!

Way to go Chris. Car looks great and is in great hands! Pick your shops like you pick your friends and they'll always have your back.

That last 20% = 70% of the build :)

And what's up with that Torino guy posting pics of his parts in your thread? :wrongforum: :popcorn2: lol...

Ron,
You are right on picking the shops as I have made some great new friends in this whole process!

I won't give that Torino guy any **** for posting pics of MY parts in my thread! :D I guess you just missed that pic?? :poke: :D :thumbsup:

Glad you guys like the car!

Chris

Richio1

06-30-2013, 03:41 PM

Way to go Chris. Car looks great and is in great hands!

That last 20% = 70% of the build :)

Ain't that the truth Ron!

Love the progress Chris. Looking good.

tubbed69

06-30-2013, 04:49 PM

looking good Chris,I have heard alot of good stuff about these guys work

Sales@Dutchboys

08-19-2013, 07:41 AM

JMitch19

08-19-2013, 09:30 AM

Looking good. I'm looking forward to getting down to your shop and helping Chris wiring it up.

We need a flickr account update for that 70 Nova build thread.:thumbsup:

Rick D

08-19-2013, 10:10 AM

Looks great Paul, sorry I didn't make to check out the shop last month when I was in MI, ended up with 11 hr days every day where I was at.

b757jetdr

08-19-2013, 10:40 AM

A few updates on Chris' car, We have been super busy at the shop lately and have made some great progress on the car. The car is finally ready for the bodywork stage. We have been fine tuning gaps all around the car. Getting the front sheet metal fitting perfectly. Which took a bit of work. Along with re-leading the roof/qtr seems, also doing some smoothing and tucking on the bumpers and any other Misc fab work that needed to be done. Time to make is pretty now!:gitrdun:

Here is a link to some photos ive been taking along the way. Look for some of the bodywork stage coming up soon.

http://www.flickr.com/photos/99877732@N02/

Hey Paul!
Thanks for posting the update I've been super busy and running like crazy. I want to try and get down there today and check everything out.

Looking good. I'm looking forward to getting down to your shop and helping Chris wiring it up.

We need a flickr account update for that 70 Nova build thread.:thumbsup:

Jason,
yeah the car is looking great and these guys are doing a great job!! And I want to trow a thnaks to you alos for the help you have been so far also, I am really looking forward to getting the car to point of wiring and working on that stage with you!!

Looks great Paul, sorry I didn't make to check out the shop last month when I was in MI, ended up with 11 hr days every day where I was at.

Hey Rick!
How is your project coming along? I would love to have a 2nd gen someday but I think that is long way off after this one!! LOL These Dutchboys dudes do great work and can handle anything you throw there way!!

tubbed69

08-20-2013, 07:04 AM

car is really coming along nicely Chris,metal work sure looks good

b757jetdr

12-03-2013, 08:17 PM

Hello Everyone!

It's been a long time for a update and sometimes I am not very good at keeping up. Joe and Paul have been working there Dutchboy magic on the Camaro project. I have a ton of pics to post so will require a few post I think.
They have moved the car from bare metal to painting it this week! I won't bore anyone with the details of each step as I myself can't even keep up with all the steps!:headscratch: But I am loving the end results:excited:
The car looks great so far and can't wait to keep it rolling along. Some of my pics are out of order and not all that great of pics with the crappy camera I now have since my good one died!
Well here are some pics!

tubbed69

12-03-2013, 08:39 PM

thats great updates Chris,these guys do super nice work and bet you will be happy with the end results so post more pics asap,you are building a very nice car:thumbsup:

b757jetdr

12-03-2013, 08:47 PM

Some more pics! I have a bunch more pics but can't get them to post due pics being to large. I need to figure out how to resize them. I guess my crappy cell phone take pics that are to big. I will get them all posted to my photobucket account and post a link for it.
Here is a link for photo bucket http://s1134.photobucket.com/user/b757jetdr/library/69%20Camaro%20Build

Rybar

12-03-2013, 10:31 PM

Looks fantastic, is that black or dark green?

b757jetdr

12-03-2013, 11:29 PM

Looks fantastic, is that black or dark green?

It's the orginal Fathom Green, with some stripes coming.

tubbed69

12-03-2013, 11:31 PM

Chris I cheated and looked at your pics,great looking job:trophy-1302:

Rick D

12-04-2013, 04:32 AM

Chris as I said on F-book very nice, Paul and Joe are doing a great job on this as always!!

Sales@Dutchboys

12-04-2013, 05:44 AM

Thanks guys, The whole crew here at the shop has been working really hard on every little detail big and small to get this thing into paint. It really turned out great. The car has come along ways, And is starting to really take shape. Looking forward to seeing some parts going back on this one. :gitrdun:

Here are a few pictures from last night, We just finished up spraying the shell.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/PC030806_zps8a513fb9.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/PC030806_zps8a513fb9.jpg.html)

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/PC030808_zps3dd783f4.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/PC030808_zps3dd783f4.jpg.html)

Shot of the front clip pieces we sprayed the day before.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/PC040810_zps33f99b0c.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/PC040810_zps33f99b0c.jpg.html)

coolwelder62

12-04-2013, 06:23 AM

As always the Dutchboy's have have hit a homerun.Awesome job Joe & Paul.:trophy-1302:

snappytravis

12-04-2013, 06:50 AM

Sweet ride!

GregWeld

12-04-2013, 07:49 AM

Gotta love Fathom Green!!!

Ron in SoCal

12-04-2013, 08:50 AM

Big step Chris. This car will be stellar! :thumbsup:

FETorino

12-04-2013, 10:02 PM

:wow: I Love that color and the body work looks stellar :drool:

b757jetdr

12-05-2013, 06:11 PM

Here are few pictures I finally got to post after getting them sized right. I guess the guys at Dutchboys were painting misc parts today and got the firewall all painted and here are a couple pics!
I am so pumped to go see it tomorrow!:headspin: :thumbsup:

b757jetdr

12-05-2013, 06:14 PM

Last of the new pictures I have right now.

Bryan O

12-05-2013, 06:33 PM

Love the color. :thumbsup:

tmadden

12-05-2013, 06:48 PM

I'm digging that color!

b757jetdr

12-05-2013, 08:04 PM

Thanks Jeff! I really like you car and the way its turning out. I am taking an idea from your build with FatMat!
Chris I cheated and looked at your pics,great looking job:trophy-1302:

Glad you like it Rick and thanks for keeping up on the FB page. And yeah Joe and Paul have done a steller job! Billy also did a good job.
Chris as I said on F-book very nice, Paul and Joe are doing a great job on this as always!!

Yes Dutchboys have made the vision come to life!As always the Dutchboy's have have hit a homerun.Awesome job Joe & Paul.:trophy-1302:

Thanks looking forward to getting it going.
Sweet ride!

Thanks Greg! I always wanted a Daytona Yellow or Hugger Orange, but when my wife bought this car for me almost 10 yrs ago for Christmas as a surprise and it was green I was not sure but then more I looked around and seen this color the more I liked it. And the color is not seen as much as other classic colors on the Camaro.
Gotta love Fathom Green!!!

Ron, This is a HUGH step along a long road! The car is really coming together I am glad I stuck with the project even though is has had to go on hold a few times it's going to be worth it!! Glad you like it so far
Big step Chris. This car will be stellar! :thumbsup:

Thanks I am really happy with the color choice and also that everyone seems to like it. Paul, Joe and there crew have done a great job!:wow: I Love that color and the body work looks stellar :drool:

Thanks!
Love the color. :thumbsup:

I am really liking the color now that it's on also. I debated a long time on color due to the fact that it's one of those things you can't change with a turn of a wrench. In the end I made the right choice sticking with the cars original color I'm digging that color!

LS7 Z/28

12-05-2013, 09:13 PM

This thing is really looking good. You picked the right place to go to with Billy @ B&B, everything I have seen from him is top notch and he is great to deal with customer service wise. I've only heard good things about your painter also.

Great work by all. I'm sure you are excitied to get it finished!

Musclerodz

12-05-2013, 09:24 PM

Looks like Fathom Green. One of the only greens I like.

b757jetdr

12-05-2013, 09:36 PM

Thanks Casey yes I got hooked up with the right guys!
This thing is really looking good. You picked the right place to go to with Billy @ B&B, everything I have seen from him is top notch and he is great to deal with customer service wise. I've only heard good things about your painter also.

Great work by all. I'm sure you are excitied to get it finished!

Yes Mike,Fathom Green it is!
Looks like Fathom Green. One of the only greens I like.

b757jetdr

12-06-2013, 04:28 PM

I went and took a look at the car and love what they have done! Here are a couple pics!

b757jetdr

12-06-2013, 04:34 PM

Last of the new pictures for today. Now I have to head to work for the weekend and make sure all our UPS jets are flying so you all can get your Christmas gifts and car parts!
This weekend will be fun with weather!

b757jetdr

12-06-2013, 04:41 PM

Here is what I am headed to for the weekend at work! :ups: UGGG!!
Everyone have a great weekend!!

Vince@Meanstreets

12-06-2013, 10:52 PM

geez, be safe out there. it looks cold

camaro looks awesome

WILWAXU

12-07-2013, 01:54 AM

Great looking color!

windycitychev

12-12-2013, 05:46 AM

Well wanted to post a few pics of some new new chucks of aluminum that showed up for my project today, New Autorad setup!

I have the AutoRad set up as well on my 68 Chevelle SS and I must say and I am sure you agree they are a piece of art. Also expensive but well worth it

GregWeld

12-12-2013, 05:55 AM

AutoRad all the way. FTW!!

Yes - expensive… so is everything else that's GREAT.

Loved your "headed to work photo"…. thanks for bringing all the stuff we buy!!

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

ArisESQ

12-12-2013, 02:57 PM

loving this build! not a very common color combination, and you're pulling it off nicely.

looking forward to seeing updates.

b757jetdr

12-12-2013, 08:39 PM

Cold it was and not been getting any warmer, but alot of the country knows it.
geez, be safe out there. it looks cold

camaro looks awesome

Thanks! I am really digging the color.
Great looking color!

The Autorad set up is great worth the money for sure!
I have the AutoRad set up as well on my 68 Chevelle SS and I must say and I am sure you agree they are a piece of art. Also expensive but well worth it

Greg,
Glad to be able to get everyone on Lat G there goodies they buy. When I started at Big Brown they told us think of every package as "grandma's cookies" because everyone loves getting her cookies! But I really know everyone here loves getting hot rod parts!:D :ups:
AutoRad all the way. FTW!!

Yes - expensive… so is everything else that's GREAT.

Loved your "headed to work photo"…. thanks for bringing all the stuff we buy!!

HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA

Thanks I am glad I did this color because its not all that common, I am trying now to figure out interior color. I am not Hugh fan of black, but not sure I want it all green either. Trying to come up with combo of both. Trying to keep with the orginal colors as much as possible but with some modern flare.

loving this build! not a very common color combination, and you're pulling it off nicely.

looking forward to seeing updates.

ArisESQ

12-13-2013, 10:47 AM

I think the original houndstooth pattern would probably look proper.

http://acetransmissionandauto.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/images/camaro_2_new_hounds_tooth_interior.24161452_std.jp g

Maybe do some slightly more supportive seats with houndstooth inserts?

b757jetdr

12-13-2013, 10:32 PM

Yes that is sort of one of the ideas I having going on my list!
I think the original houndstooth pattern would probably look proper.

http://acetransmissionandauto.com/yahoo_site_admin/assets/images/camaro_2_new_hounds_tooth_interior.24161452_std.jp g

Maybe do some slightly more supportive seats with houndstooth inserts?

b757jetdr

12-13-2013, 10:48 PM

Well stopped by for a quick gander at the car today. Dutch Boys Hot Rods is full of cars! Paul is trying make room so he bolted on some parts. Here are a couple pics! The new Ultimate Headers look great and fit like a glove!

GregWeld

12-14-2013, 07:53 PM

I looked at those headers --- they're awesome. I think this is the first build I've actually seen them used on.

Project is coming along really nicely. Good for you!

b757jetdr

12-14-2013, 08:04 PM

Thanks Jay! I will keep updates coming as we get stuff done.Wow Chris. Looking good. I love Fathom green! Looks like Joe and Paul have been pretty busy.

Can't wait to see more!!!!!

Thank you Greg, it feels like there is light at the end of this long tunnel!I looked at those headers --- they're awesome. I think this is the first build I've actually seen them used on.

Project is coming along really nicely. Good for you!

Rod P

12-14-2013, 09:24 PM

Looks Great!

fleetus macmullitz

01-23-2014, 06:18 PM

Any updates Chris?

waynieZ

01-23-2014, 09:35 PM

That looks SWEET!

b757jetdr

01-24-2014, 03:10 PM

Any updates Chris?

Hey everyone,
No new pics right this second. I have busy with work and trying to get rid of a house and get plans drawn up for a new one. I am heading down to start bolting on some parts next week as I have 11 days off work. The guys at Dutchboys have been hitting it hard last few days getting the shell all wet sanded, polished, and buffed so that it ready to start having parts put back on!!

I ordered a new tilt column from Jim at GMtilt.com, a new momo steering wheel and a few other parts. Also the whole brake kit from Tobin at Kore3 came in and what a great couple of guys to deal with. Got a small moutian of other parts as well fat mat, radio system, Highway 22 kit. I ended up going with the GM C6 Z06 brake kit with sliver calipers. Tobin had such a good deal on them and for what I will use the car for and my driving skills right now I figure they will be more than enough for me. I wanted baer brakes but trying to keep cost in check so I can keep this project moving. I have seen many guys run these brakes with great success also.

I spent today getting all the glass, window tracks, regulators, etc... all cleaned up and ready to go in.

So for now that is my current update and I will get a bunch of pics next week and share them with you all. Everyone keep WARM with this crazy cold weather!

tubbed69

01-24-2014, 06:01 PM

Chris I used a column from Jim and it is very nice,he does good work and seems to have good customer service,cars looking great.

Sales@Dutchboys

02-05-2014, 01:41 PM

A few pictures of Chris' car from this week. We now have all of the paint work complete and ready for final assembly. Really looking forward to seeing it all come together now.

All of that sanding finally payed off!

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/IMG_1085_zps85547d0a.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/IMG_1085_zps85547d0a.jpg.html)

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/IMG_1086_zps86c011af.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/IMG_1086_zps86c011af.jpg.html)

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/IMG_1105_zpsa6c45380.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/IMG_1105_zpsa6c45380.jpg.html)

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/IMG_1090_zps2a887ea9.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/IMG_1090_zps2a887ea9.jpg.html)

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/IMG_1103_zpsd0c16db4.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/IMG_1103_zpsd0c16db4.jpg.html)

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/IMG_1106_zps33e8dc1b.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/IMG_1106_zps33e8dc1b.jpg.html)

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/IMG_1083_zps2270ae53.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/IMG_1083_zps2270ae53.jpg.html)

BBC71Nova

02-05-2014, 01:54 PM

Wow. Very nice. Love the color. B&B + DutchBoys = awesomeness

Now if only you guys were closer :-)

Ricochet

02-05-2014, 02:05 PM

Wow. Very nice. Love the color. B&B + DutchBoys = awesomeness :-)

I agree 100% with Jon. The color is great! Nice work with the cage, motor compartment packing etc. Look forward to seeing some better pics!

fleetus macmullitz

02-05-2014, 02:40 PM

Uncle!

:waveflag:

lol

214Chevy

02-05-2014, 03:14 PM

Very nice!! :bigun2:

tubbed69

02-05-2014, 03:39 PM

thats looks great guys,paint is awesome.

GregWeld

02-05-2014, 03:49 PM

Doesn't get any better than that! Nice work for sure.

tones2SS

02-05-2014, 04:45 PM

Love that green! Looking really good guys.

b757jetdr

02-05-2014, 07:36 PM

sleepertime

02-05-2014, 08:07 PM

Wow, the car looks fantastic. I love the green. Are you planning on covering up the trunk with upholstery or leaving it natural to show off all the fabrication? :thumbsup:

b757jetdr

02-05-2014, 09:09 PM

Wow, the car looks fantastic. I love the green. Are you planning on covering up the trunk with upholstery or leaving it natural to show off all the fabrication? :thumbsup:

Nothing fancy in the trunk just a small chunk of carpet cut and trimmed to fit the bottom portion. Overall trying to keep the car pretty stock looking with small modern touches. That is one reason I kept with the green interior, it was original. Now just trying to sort out interior to keep with original and modern mix and keep it green.

Thanks for the comments and glad you like it!!

Ron in SoCal

02-05-2014, 09:29 PM

Projects this good make my scalp tingle. No wonder I'm losing my hair :D

Congrats, your car will be killer when done :cheers:

b757jetdr

02-05-2014, 09:47 PM

Projects this good make my scalp tingle. No wonder I'm losing my hair :D

Congrats, your car will be killer when done :cheers:

Thanks Ron!! I never really thought the car would turn out this nice! It has taken along time and some bumps along the way but all working out. I have got a lot of good ideas, advice, and motivation on here from all the great builds and members.

My goal is to have it all assembled and driving by mid may so I can let my daughter drive me to her graduation in it! Then enjoy it all summer long. That might be lofty goals but it only takes time and :G-Dub: :G-Dub:

ProPont

02-05-2014, 10:00 PM

b757jetdr

02-05-2014, 10:19 PM

Wow, how Awesome !! Love the color. What color did they use on the roll cage? Is it the same exterior color with satin clear coat. Also, do you know what color they used in the engine compartment and on the radiator support? Works well with the green.

The roll bar and all the interior is the same green as the exterior but flat cleared. As for the engine compartment I don't know the name of the color right now but will find out for you or you can send a message/call Paul at dutchboys. I can tell you my goal with it was to not have an all black engine bay. I decided on a color to match the wheel centers pretty close but flat clear again. Then black accents as far as bolt on items. The sub frame is black though.

I really like how it has turned out so far. Thanks and glad you like it!

frankv11

02-05-2014, 11:36 PM

Wow
X2 on that color , coming along very nicely

Bowtieracing

02-06-2014, 08:33 AM

Awesome project!!!

Lous69

02-06-2014, 09:16 AM

Car looks awesome. No surprise, given your choice of shop to do the work!

It looks subtle yet menacing at the same time. Flawless attention to details.

chichirone

02-06-2014, 09:24 AM

Awesome build. Major props on the color choices and use of satin and gloss finishes. The blend of "old" and "new" is really cool. Looking forward to watching it come together over the next few months.

Jay Hilliard

02-06-2014, 04:56 PM

Very nice. It is turning out great!

b757jetdr

02-07-2014, 11:44 PM

Wow
X2 on that color , coming along very nicely

Awesome project!!!

Car looks awesome. No surprise, given your choice of shop to do the work!

It looks subtle yet menacing at the same time. Flawless attention to details.

Awesome build. Major props on the color choices and use of satin and gloss finishes. The blend of "old" and "new" is really cool. Looking forward to watching it come together over the next few months.

Very nice. It is turning out great!

Thanks Everyone! I am really glad I am getting a lot of great comments and everyone seems to like the color. I was not sure about it till Joe & Paul layed the green down and I saw it cleared!! I know everyone thinks there car looks great when its done, and the owner is the only who has love it. But its nice to get the positive comments on here from guys because atleast for me now I think my choice was correct.

WicKeD_SS

02-08-2014, 07:32 PM

Holy cow! Your car is just BAD ASS! Very Very nice!

user667

02-09-2014, 01:02 AM

Absolutely love the color-combo! Well done! Looks awesome.

b757jetdr

02-20-2014, 09:34 PM

Holy cow! Your car is just BAD ASS! Very Very nice!

Absolutely love the color-combo! Well done! Looks awesome.

Thanks guys! Car is turning out great, way better than I could have planned!

windycitychev

02-21-2014, 06:07 AM

Well wanted to post a few pics of some new new chucks of aluminum that showed up for my project today, New Autorad setup!

I can truly say and attest to that beign one sweet piece as I have one complete set for my 68 Chevelle SS

Sales@Dutchboys

02-27-2014, 08:56 AM

We have been picking away on getting a few more parts bolted on Chris' car the last few weeks. Here are a few pictures from my phone. I really like how everything has started to come together.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/IMG_1304_zps9c60b1fe.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/IMG_1304_zps9c60b1fe.jpg.html)

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tubbed69

02-27-2014, 08:59 AM

awesome work as always Paul,Chris you did well going with the green paint:trophy-1302:

KPC67

02-27-2014, 09:03 AM

Wow guys :wow:
That is a beautiful car right there!

Al Moreno

02-27-2014, 10:36 AM

One of my favorite colors. Very nice job!

TheCoatingStore

02-27-2014, 01:40 PM

Looks great. Well done.

b757jetdr

02-27-2014, 03:38 PM

I can truly say and attest to that beign one sweet piece as I have one complete set for my 68 Chevelle SS

Yes the Autorad set up is a very nice product!

b757jetdr

02-27-2014, 03:54 PM

[QUOTE=DutchBoys;539088]We have been picking away on getting a few more parts bolted on Chris' car the last few weeks. Here are a few pictures from my phone. I really like how everything has started to come together.

I want to thank Paul for posting this update and some current pics as I have been going crazy with work and other stuff. The car is really coming along and starting to look like a real car again:excited: :dance:

The dutchboys have been great to work with and far exceeded my expectaions. They really are :king:

I just accepted a offer on our house we had for sale, so now I may have to turn more of the assembly of the car over to these guys. That is a good thing as it will keep moving but it was at this point I wanted to do more of the work. But I will not be able to handle living in a apartment to long so must get a new house built while they work the car. Then I will enjoy it and life!!!

ProPont

02-27-2014, 04:58 PM

Outstanding workmanship, the car looks Great!! Color,Stance and detail. The wheels fit perfect. Can you tell me the sizes and back spacing you used. Also what length is your rear housing?

b757jetdr

02-27-2014, 06:16 PM

Outstanding workmanship, the car looks Great!! Color,Stance and detail. The wheels fit perfect. Can you tell me the sizes and back spacing you used. Also what length is your rear housing?

Thanks glad you like it! I will check on the rear end length and back spacing, I will get the wheel sizes also. If I remember right rears are 19x12 and fronts are 18x11 I will verify and get with you. Maybe early next week I am out of town right now.

GregWeld

02-27-2014, 07:07 PM

Bad ass Chris!

72Z/28

02-28-2014, 05:02 AM

Killer work as always. The combination of the Wheel center finish and green color look awesome

Jay Hilliard

02-28-2014, 05:04 AM

Awesome. Paint looks great. Joe and Paul nailed it again.

b757jetdr

03-01-2014, 08:49 PM

awesome work as always Paul,Chris you did well going with the green paint:trophy-1302:
Thanks Jeff! I am stoked about the green!

Wow guys :wow:
That is a beautiful car right there!
Thanks! How's you car coming along?

One of my favorite colors. Very nice job!
Thanks Al, I always wanted my Camaro Daytona Yellow but this is the original color for car and I love it and glad I did not change it now! It looks amazing!

Looks great. Well done.
Thanks!

Bad ass Chris!
Thank you Greg!

Killer work as always. The combination of the Wheel center finish and green color look awesome
Thanks, Choosing the green for the color was easy. The wheel choice was the hardest point so far do to so many great styles out there and I am really happy with it. I did not want black centers, so I thinks choice looks good with it.

Awesome. Paint looks great. Joe and Paul nailed it again.
Thanks Jay, Looking forward to keeping this thimg moving along.

Richio1

03-02-2014, 09:27 AM

Looks great. Love the color.

Looking forward to seeing it come together.

KPC67

03-02-2014, 05:18 PM

Thanks! How's you car coming along?

Oh buddy don't even get me going on that!
I have really had to put it on the back burner these past few years..
I am really digging the green though. :thumbsup:
:whenitsdone: maybe mine will be wearing the same color.

pitts12driver

03-05-2014, 07:09 PM

Great work! Looks amazing and coming along well.

frankv11

07-20-2014, 11:33 PM

Any updates
No Holding out allowed :)

b757jetdr

07-21-2014, 06:07 AM

Any updates
No Holding out allowed :)

Frank,
The car sort of went into a holding pattern for a little bit of time during our move and getting a new house and shop built.
I did pick up a new Vapor word tank with a ZL-1 pump and have a pile of cash to order a bunch of other parts nseed to finish it off. So hopefully will have some updates soon.
I have a date in my head that the car has to be done by so gonna have to get going!!

Spiffav8

07-21-2014, 08:11 AM

Frank,
The car sort of went into a holding pattern for a little bit of time during our move and getting a new house and shop built.
I did pick up a new Vapor word tank with a ZL-1 pump and have a pile of cash to order a bunch of other parts nseed to finish it off. So hopefully will have some updates soon.
I have a date in my head that the car has to be done by so gonna have to get going!!

About time we heard from you!! Nice grab on the VaporWorxs tank and the ZL-1 pump!! What the status on the shop build?

HBRod

10-26-2014, 12:35 PM

Winmon

10-26-2014, 07:46 PM

I also just found this thread and read every page. WOW!! Great build! Every choice so far has been dead on IMO. I would also agree with the others on the color choice - perfect! I really like the subtle look of the fathom green. Well done!!! :cheers:

Spiffav8

10-26-2014, 08:06 PM

Chris is overdue for an update here. :warning:

b757jetdr

10-26-2014, 09:51 PM

Just found this thread and have read it from front to back. Looks great and lots of interesting touches. I know that these projects never go as fast as we want so keep at it. Hopefully the worst is over now that the paint is nearly done. Now it's time for detail work like the wiring

Couldn't find mention of what engine you chose to go with of than an LS. Just curious on what configuration you decieded on for your car.
Rod is HB

Thanks! Your right on the time these take for the average guy! Trying to get rest of of the car finished up now.

I went with the GM crate motor LS3 480hp for now. After car is running, sorted out some and I have time behind the wheel learning how to drive it I will either swap for something else or build it up.

I also just found this thread and read every page. WOW!! Great build! Every choice so far has been dead on IMO. I would also agree with the others on the color choice - perfect! I really like the subtle look of the fathom green. Well done!!! :cheers:

Thanks! Glad you like the color, I have had a ton of people comment that they like the color.

Chris is overdue for an update here. :warning:

Curtis,
I will get some new pics posted tomorrow while I am at work and a good update!
Looking forward to seeing you in a week or so at SEMA! I got 3 days to spend there this year, maybe next year I can get all week and the weekend for optima.
I am flying the scarebus A300 out next week wish it was a 767 they are just a much better plane.

HBRod

10-28-2014, 07:02 AM

b757jetdr

10-28-2014, 08:15 PM

Thanks for the info on the engine. I have been considering that engine when I start my project. I think that it's a good baseline to learn the car with and still be able to later modify/update if the need for more power is there. I'm trying to take a page from Mark's build about weight though without the carbon fiber. It's nice but a little above my pay grade.

I like the color choice given how well the car turned out. I don't think Fathom Green ever looked that good back in the day. I hope to meet you at the Lat-G get together to get some ideas from you.

Rod in HB

Rod
Look forward to meeting you and spending some time talking at the get together. Glad you like the paint. I am loving it this time, the first time it was painted by the rip off hack shack the paint looked OK from 15ft but I was not sure about the green. But now it's amazing, even my wife told me she can't believe how much better it looks. We went and stopped over to Dutchboys the other day and she remarked the car looks "bad ass" in her terms from the back!

See ya in a few days!

Spiffav8

10-28-2014, 08:27 PM

Rod...if you run the same engine setup, please do me a favor. USE BETTER VALVE COVERS!! :lmao: Come on Chris, at least take the cheap route and paint those suckers like I did.

:action-smiley-027:

b757jetdr

10-28-2014, 08:59 PM

Rod...if you run the same engine setup, please do me a favor. USE BETTER VALVE COVERS!! :lmao: Come on Chris, at least take the cheap route and paint those suckers like I did.

:action-smiley-027:

OK smart ass! I just can't figure out which valve covers to go with, I know the ones I want but as we talked about yesterday can't quite pull that trigger yet.:bang:
But I did spend some of the day looking and found out any good valve covers are not cheap, but what is!!

So next week Curtis you can help me find some "BETTER VALVE COVERS" :warning: :lmao:
And the first beer is on me!

Decline

10-28-2014, 10:43 PM

Valve covers are a highly emotional decision on the same level as paint color...don't rush it!

Sales@Dutchboys

10-29-2014, 09:15 AM

Rod...if you run the same engine setup, please do me a favor. USE BETTER VALVE COVERS!! :lmao: Come on Chris, at least take the cheap route and paint those suckers like I did.

:action-smiley-027:

lol

I have been bugging him about those as well...They have to go!

Here are a few new pictures I have taken the last few weeks. We are getting back on it after a short break on the car. Starting with some wiring and plumbing. Looking forward to seeing Chris use his car next summer.

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Billy did a great job bending up the bay bar tubes, With paint on them they really look cool.

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Che70velle

10-29-2014, 09:27 AM

That car sits perfect, and the factory shade of paint is just icing on the cake.
Great job!

Sales@Dutchboys

10-29-2014, 09:34 AM

The paint on the car turned out great, I never would have thought fathom green would look that good!

We like to go the extra mile in some areas on the cars we do that some people over look. You will usually find the paint on the bottom of the rockers and quarter panels just as nice as the top of the car.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/9A529558-C24A-4061-A37B-FD82CBB5F943_zps9jx5l7ph.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/9A529558-C24A-4061-A37B-FD82CBB5F943_zps9jx5l7ph.jpg.html)

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Forgeline Wheel

10-29-2014, 09:44 AM

Holy cow, that is beautiful and I HATE green. You will have an amazing car when this is completed and the artists that are doing the work are absolute TOP NOTCH!!!!!

user667

10-29-2014, 10:23 AM

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Geez, that looks sick! Love it!

Ricochet

10-29-2014, 11:38 AM

Looks great!!! The Fathom Green looks killer. Nice to see a different color than the norm. Of course with Dutch Boys behind it - you know it's going to look great!

Musclerodz

10-29-2014, 03:15 PM

I love Fathom green, but just could not bring myself to paint my 69 vert I had that color even though it was the original color. I was afraid it would hurt resale value so I painted it black. I like that you went for it and looks great.

frankv11

10-29-2014, 03:48 PM

Chris that thing looks awsome , it takes a brave man to go with a different color and man did you pull it off. Hope your new home has a nice garage to match it.
Funny my front passenger brake SS line is almost indentical.

Lous69

10-29-2014, 04:07 PM

I got to see this car in person a few weeks ago when I visited Dutchboys. It looks amazing. I think a lot of us might have forgotten how beautiful that color is when all fresh and new. I know I did. Of course, back in the day we NEVER saw the color on such smooth and laser straight surfaces either. The car is overflowing with attention to detail and craftsmanship. It absolutely pops in the sun too.

DOOM

10-29-2014, 04:29 PM

Outstanding!! Love the color! Dutchboys got it going on that's for sure!!:trophy-1302:

tones2SS

10-29-2014, 04:41 PM

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/28E22C57-4DFE-4541-9279-13478DA03B98_zpsqdvbvau3.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/28E22C57-4DFE-4541-9279-13478DA03B98_zpsqdvbvau3.jpg.html)

Wow, that is just gorgeous when the sun hits it.
Nice car guys!

GregWeld

10-29-2014, 04:49 PM

OK smart ass! I just can't figure out which valve covers to go with, I know the ones I want but as we talked about yesterday can't quite pull that trigger yet.:bang:
But I did spend some of the day looking and found out any good valve covers are not cheap, but what is!!

So next week Curtis you can help me find some "BETTER VALVE COVERS" :warning: :lmao:
And the first beer is on me!

Call Billet Specialties --- and order almost ANYTHING that will look better than the ones you've got!! LOL

tubbed69

10-29-2014, 04:56 PM

Chris your car is absolutely outstanding,Paul and crew did an amazing job on the paint:trophy-1302: :trophy-1302: :trophy-1302:

waynieZ

10-29-2014, 04:59 PM

Chris I love how the car looks, Dutchboys did an awesome job as always.

Rick D

10-29-2014, 07:30 PM

Yup looks killer but you knew that already :hello:

glassman

10-29-2014, 07:33 PM

Rick D

10-29-2014, 07:34 PM

Yeah Paul guess it looks ok :BlahBlah:

J/K!! :lol:

The paint on the car turned out great, I never would have thought fathom green would look that good!

We like to go the extra mile in some areas on the cars we do that some people over look. You will usually find the paint on the bottom of the rockers and quarter panels just as nice as the top of the car.

http://i119.photobucket.com/albums/o132/novablue71/9A529558-C24A-4061-A37B-FD82CBB5F943_zps9jx5l7ph.jpg (http://s119.photobucket.com/user/novablue71/media/9A529558-C24A-4061-A37B-FD82CBB5F943_zps9jx5l7ph.jpg.html)

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b757jetdr

10-29-2014, 10:50 PM

Hey everyone!

Thanks for all the compliments on the car! I want to throw out some big kudos to everyone at Dutchboys for everything they have done especially the amazing paint job! Also need to throw out credit to Billy Utley at B&B Classics for all the great fab work he did.
I wanted to be more involved with the build work wise but my job and work schedule did not allow it. So if this car was ever getting done it was by these great guys and me working overtime to fund the project, as I was not taking money from my family and our normal budget, and no loans or credit cards.
The car has exceeded what I envisioned, it's taking longer than planned due to having to keep the car fund stocked but there is light at the end of this tunnel! And it is going to amazing when done!

Next up is figuring out how to drive the car and maybe be competitive which I know will take a while. I see some driving schools in the future and lots of driving events. Power tour for sure and would love to get lucky and have the car go to SEMA somewhere.

And thanks to Paul for the updated pics, I tried to post a bunch last night but it keeps telling me pics are to big so need to figure that one out. Look forward to meeting all you at the Lat G party next week!!

mach1stang

10-30-2014, 03:14 PM

That green looks stellar on that car!!

HBRod

11-03-2014, 07:14 AM

Yes, the covers can be dressed up. But after looking at the pictures of the car I hardly noticed the covers. The engine bay looks really great in contrast to the exterior. Happy for you that the worst is over and you are on the home stretch. Curtis may have better valve covers but until he finalizes his exterior on his car you are out in front.

see you Wednesday.

Rod in HB

KPC67

11-03-2014, 04:19 PM

No shame in having the hands that you did work on your car, this thing rocks!
:trophy-1302:

b757jetdr

01-04-2015, 06:14 PM

Happy New Year to everyone!
I wanted to give a update on the progress of my car. It's been awhile since I had time to post anything. So here we go! I bought a Drive Junky front drive system, what a super nice piece! We got a ton of other little things for the car, all the material for exhust, plumbing materials, and wiring. Paul and his crew got the brake lines all wrapped up. Jason Mitchell (JMitch19) has started wiring the car and is doing a great job. Paul also has his guys wrapping up a ton of other things! Well getting late and eyes are killing me staring at this computer after my eye surgey! So here are a bunch of pics. Hope everyone likes the work.

b757jetdr

01-04-2015, 06:30 PM

And a few more pics!

Winmon

01-04-2015, 07:58 PM

Looking GREAT!!!!

waynieZ

01-04-2015, 08:04 PM

Chris it looks great. How do you like the Drive Junky front drive it look sweet! I like that panel you have for the air intake.

tmadden

01-04-2015, 08:11 PM

Beauty!

Rybar

01-04-2015, 08:12 PM

Beautiful job!

Richio1

01-04-2015, 09:22 PM

Looks great. Love the green. The engine compartment is coming together very nicely too. It contrast well witht the black and green.

Nice job. :trophy-1302:

Flash68

01-04-2015, 10:03 PM

Killer! Love the green and green combo.

fleetus macmullitz

01-04-2015, 10:51 PM

Wow...very impressive. :thumbsup:

tubbed69

01-05-2015, 03:13 AM

Very nice Chris,glad to see some updates:trophy-1302:

Rick D

01-05-2015, 05:15 AM

Looks great Chris, nice to see it moving forward!!

Hope nothing to bad with your eye surgery, I can relate on eyes burning after they dig around in your eye for awhile!! Hoping for a fast recovery!!

214Chevy

01-05-2015, 06:15 AM

You will usually find the paint on the bottom of the rockers and quarter panels just as nice as the top of the car.

I agree 1000%. Especially on the cheaper paint jobs because the painter doesn't wanna bend over that low to do whatever it takes to get it done on the lower 1/3 of the car. Same goes with cutting and buffing. Said painter doesn't want to bend over that long to do it right. Usually, on many cars, you'll notice that lower 1/3 of the car is a tad lighter in color due to the lack of attention.

Leadfoot1

01-05-2015, 06:53 AM

That fathom green right?

Man i love that color..... Even more now that it looks soooo good and slick on your car!!! Seriously, WOW!!!

The rest just matches, up to snuff.

Are those straps the way the shock reservoirs are held or if your missing the billet "caps" on the motor side? Never seen em with straps and a little unsure of the straps.... I like em, just not used to them i guess (?). Oh well... :-)

Hey, about that front drive kit. It looks on driver side it would clar an "up and forward Stainless Works turbo header? I have a hard time getting good perspective for the pass side and i see that upright standing canister (?) behind the a/c compressor that migh be in the way of the header if one was to mount it with that system? If you could grab a pic of that space and clearance or just tell me what you think of the space around to clear a set of something similar to feed a turbo ('s).

Thanks!!! ...and VERY nice and clean set up.

Any "road worthy" date set?

Lead.