JCG Restoration & Customs 70 Chevelle-GSP 003 [Archive]

Cris@JCG

08-23-2011, 12:31 PM

We are @ the point that this 70 Chevelle should have its own build thread.. We have been having a blast working on it.. The car came in from NY & had allot of hidden rust.. We have gotten thru all the rust repair & started on the body work on all the passenger side..

Laundry list.. to start off with
JCG A-body Chassis
Front suspension ??
JCG 3 link rear suspension
502 Ram jet motor with 4L60
WIlwood brakes
Vintage Air
New Gen Wheels
Nitto Tires

Here are some pics .. establishing ride height to build the suspension..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1468.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1467.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1466.jpg

Pics of where we started..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/510.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_1254.jpg

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HotRod68Camaro

08-23-2011, 01:03 PM

Awesome, love following y'alls builds.

Flash68

08-23-2011, 02:08 PM

Sweet... what does the "GSP" stand for in GSP 003?

The WidowMaker

08-23-2011, 02:35 PM

nice! gaps look damn good already. id love to see it when its further along.

56pickup

08-23-2011, 03:38 PM

Good looking project! :thumbsup:

cant wait to see the updates!

7TSS

08-23-2011, 04:19 PM

That stance is dead on. Looking forward to more updates.

tones2SS

08-23-2011, 06:24 PM

I'd love to build a pro-tour '70 Chevelle. Either that or a pro-tour '69 Camaro. (Surprise, surprise, right? lol) I'll be following this thread for sure.
Are you guys painting it that same color blue with the white stripes? Is that the final stance on the car? I love that stance.

70rs

08-23-2011, 08:49 PM

Amazing what can be hiding under the paint huh?

Looking great Cris. That's going to be a solid ride when you're all done.:thumbsup:

Tom.A

08-23-2011, 09:21 PM

Nice. What size are the mock up tires?

Cris@JCG

08-24-2011, 08:19 AM

"Gonzo Special Project" We got so many components in design that it is easier to just assign a project # to it.. Used allot in Design & prototype world..

Sweet... what does the "GSP" stand for in GSP 003?

Thanks Tim! Your welcome to stop by as we get further into the car..

nice! gaps look damn good already. id love to see it when its further along.

Tony- The color scheme will be the same but with black stripes.. The goal is to maintain the stance I have on the pic..

I'd love to build a pro-tour '70 Chevelle. Either that or a pro-tour '69 Camaro. (Surprise, surprise, right? lol) I'll be following this thread for sure.
Are you guys painting it that same color blue with the white stripes? Is that the final stance on the car? I love that stance.

Eric- The car was only supose to get a scuff & shoot.. But the owner wanted me to strip it down to bare metal.. & that is where all the rust was discovered with a rotted out chassis... Since the car will be going to Kwait.. The owner wanted done right.. before we ship it out..

Amazing what can be hiding under the paint huh?

Looking great Cris. That's going to be a solid ride when you're all done.:thumbsup:

315-40-19 19x12 255-45-18 18x9.5

Nice. What size are the mock up tires?

70rs

08-24-2011, 09:16 AM

Ok, now I remember the first post you did on this car in your general projects thread.

It did look ok on the outside in those first pictures.

Do you have any pictures of your new completed chassis?
What suspension arms will it use?

Cris@JCG

08-24-2011, 10:14 PM

No new pic yet of chassis.. Suspension is still up in the air for the front..

In the mean time we want to get the body close enough for paint..

Ok, now I remember the first post you did on this car in your general projects thread.

It did look ok on the outside in those first pictures.

Do you have any pictures of your new completed chassis?
What suspension arms will it use?

dave96dcm

10-06-2011, 07:53 AM

Updates?

214Chevy

10-06-2011, 08:43 AM

Updates?

X2:question:

Cris@JCG

10-06-2011, 10:45 AM

SEMA crunch right now... The chassis is completed on design.. Need to finish my front & rear suspension.. Looking @ some items to tooling up on suspension..

We will back on it in November.. I will keep you guys posted on progress them..

Updates?

X2:question:

Cris@JCG

02-16-2012, 09:23 AM

This Chevelle has been a bit behind due to front suspension design.. All the body work has been done waiting for final block for paint.. The front suspension is complete & only have figure out which sway bar we will using..
The upper control arm components have been machined.. they were brought in last weekend to proof fitment.. Jigs to build the arms are designed & will be machined soon.. We start nesting next week for water jet cutting..

The project has changed from 502 BB to LS3 525 HP engine with 4L70 transmission.. I just ordered the Forgeline wheels yesterday .. RB3C!

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/FRT_Clip_67-69Camaro_5950Track021612.jpg

Bryce

02-16-2012, 11:56 AM

Nice!

214Chevy

02-16-2012, 12:20 PM

Nice!

I like it too. Can't wait to see this one come to life.:woot:

Nick.V70

03-27-2012, 11:17 PM

Sub'd ... another '70 .. love it!:woot:

214Chevy

03-28-2012, 12:23 AM

Any updates:question:

dug

03-28-2012, 08:21 AM

subscribing. Looks like a killer stance. Lets see some more frame details :thumbsup:

The WidowMaker

03-28-2012, 08:48 PM

good stuff. keep the pics coming.....

Cris@JCG

04-02-2012, 10:46 PM

With the front suspension design almost done .. we will be back to work on the chassis design...

I just got the new Forgeline wheels & LS3 525hp in last week..

subscribing. Looks like a killer stance. Lets see some more frame details :thumbsup:

good stuff. keep the pics coming.....

Cris@JCG

10-25-2012, 07:13 PM

I finally got some progress going on this Chevelle.. The owner has been very patient with me.. The delay was the design of all my front suspension with components..

Rear suspension will be a 3 link with watts.. Tomorrow we mount the prototype on the shell to proof fitment & then move to weld the whole thing..

I also got another 72 Chevelle in the works here @ the shop that I will start a thread later that will be using our chassis..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2784.jpg

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The WidowMaker

10-25-2012, 09:23 PM

Nice! youre going to need a much bigger building..... keep it up!

Bryce

10-25-2012, 09:53 PM

I like it!

WHat is the weight of the basic frame?

dug

10-26-2012, 07:37 AM

looks awesome.

syborg tt

10-26-2012, 01:29 PM

Chris it looks great.

Look for me an Sema I have a suggestion for you with the frame rails.

Cris@JCG

10-28-2012, 09:27 AM

Proofed the fitment of the first rails.. All looks good & will start the welding on Monday... with desgin of center structure, trans support & motor mounts

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2785.jpg

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coolwelder62

10-28-2012, 05:39 PM

SLO_Z28

10-28-2012, 07:22 PM

Look's alot like a chassis that Ironwork's build's.Who was First??????????????????

Honestly, who gives a ****?

MarkM66

10-29-2012, 08:33 AM

Look's alot like a chassis that Ironwork's build's.Who was First??????????????????

GM :thumbsup:

WSSix

10-29-2012, 05:47 PM

Honestly, who gives a ****?

You ever work really hard on something only to have someone else come along and take credit for your work? That's why Scott gives a ****. He's already had his hard work and dedication ripped off. I'm sure he's not interested in seeing it happen to others. I'm not saying that's the case here because I honestly don't know. However, in case you didn't know why Scott responded the way he did, now you know.

Cris, how intrusive into the rear seat area will the three link be? I don't think I've seen a three link on any A-bodies.

Cris@JCG

10-30-2012, 06:49 AM

Scott-plz be more specific .. because my chassis different in alot of ways

Look's alot like a chassis that Ironwork's build's.Who was First??????????????????

Cris@JCG

10-30-2012, 06:54 AM

James- i care! Plz keep your comments to yourself on my threads..

Honestly, who gives a ****?

Cris@JCG

10-30-2012, 06:57 AM

I am currently at sema.. i have a hard time responding on my phone.. or just really hate typing on my phone

214Chevy

10-30-2012, 07:04 AM

Before this threads get into a mess, all I want to see is more awesome pics of a bad a$$ build and a nice chassis. :thumbsup: :thumbsup: By the way, I think this is a nice chassis.

Cris@JCG

11-07-2012, 12:28 PM

More updates... currently got the chassis all welded up with the front suspension assembled.. Got the new Forgeline wheels & setting up jig to begin rear suspension design & fabrication... I will have some pics later on how the 3 link suspension will fit on the car...

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2799.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2800.jpg

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CornHusker4Life

11-07-2012, 12:30 PM

Looks sick, just like all your other builds. :thumbsup:

Cris@JCG

11-07-2012, 01:03 PM

Here are some pics of how our chassis was done… The frame rails were done in OE manner… I use fabricated torque boxes with as much bending that we can do.. We tried to optimize as much as we could so that we could reduce the welding.. Not as smooth & clean as other chassis that other companies do but was not working towards that.. just looking for a chassis to replace original with JCG suspension…

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2791.jpg

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Here is a shot of how we attach the rear links.. Since Scott never jumped back in to tell me what was similar to the Ironworks Chassis.. This is the only part of our chassis that might be similar.. But I was doing leaf spring re-location kits on Tri-Fives to chassis’s that Danchuk sells.. about 8 years ago.. I like it because it keeps things out of the way..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2792.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2793.jpg

The reason we are doing our own chassis & suspension.. because here @ JCG we have no boundaries on what we can design, machine, or build… We just look @ something and set our direction to build what we think is best for our applications.. When we run into issues .. We just look @ the problem & do what it takes to make it right for us & our customers… I currently have about 12 months of design time into all the suspension/chassis.. huge financial commitment on my behalf.. but has been well worth it.. I am just blessed with a great crew that can get the job done…

realcoray

11-07-2012, 01:38 PM

The reason we are doing our own chassis & suspension.. because here @ JCG we have no boundaries on what we can design, machine, or build… We just look @ something and set our direction to build what we think is best for our applications.. When we run into issues .. We just look @ the problem & do what it takes to make it right for us & our customers… I currently have about 12 months of design time into all the suspension/chassis.. huge financial commitment on my behalf.. but has been well worth it.. I am just blessed with a great crew that can get the job done…

I just wanted to say that anyone with eyes can spot numerous differences in the spots where things can even be that different from the OE.

I always follow your threads and enjoy seeing what you are up to. Also, put some of your parts on your website so I can just impluse buy them, it's worth your while because I do that sort of thing a lot!

Cris@JCG

11-07-2012, 08:20 PM

Glad you enjoy our threads.. Here is link to our store.. www.jcgcustoms.com/
We are working on it & got a web site in the works...

We got the engine between the frame rails & the T56.. Looks like we are modifying the whole trans tunnel..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2809.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2810.jpg

I just wanted to say that anyone with eyes can spot numerous differences in the spots where things can even be that different from the OE.

I always follow your threads and enjoy seeing what you are up to. Also, put some of your parts on your website so I can just impluse buy them, it's worth your while because I do that sort of thing a lot!

214Chevy

11-08-2012, 08:26 AM

GrabberGT

11-08-2012, 08:44 AM

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2809.jpg

All that space and only a teeny-tiny LS motor to put in it. You know what would look great in there?!?! Coyote 5.0.

Do it! You know you want to. :unibrow:

Cris@JCG

11-08-2012, 10:07 AM

it is a good thing that I sold that Coyote motor I had around here.. I f not I would have been tempted! :D :unibrow: :lol:

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2809.jpg

All that space and only a teeny-tiny LS motor to put in it. You know what would look great in there?!?! Coyote 5.0.

Do it! You know you want to. :unibrow:

syborg tt

11-09-2012, 08:59 AM

Cris,

Chassis looks great it's just missing one thing a Hitch mount for a bike rack.

Cris@JCG

11-20-2012, 11:25 AM

We finally got all the new trunk & tub work done last week... We just designed a new way to do the top link on our 3 link system.. Got more progress to follow in a few weeks...

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2856.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_2857.jpg

kovert

11-20-2012, 07:38 PM

looks better in person ... thanks for the tour the other day chris..

dug

11-20-2012, 09:43 PM

Looks awesome. What do you plan on doing for a dash?

Cris@JCG

02-01-2013, 12:46 PM

Here are a few updates on the 70 Chevelle.. We currently have 3 Chevelle’s going on @ the same time & will have similar fabrication on them.. So the 70 is ahead of all 3.. The machine shop is machining some custom fitting that we are standardizing with all our custom tank fabrication for Over flow & Inter cooler tanks

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3084_zps7bd085e7.jpg

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3085_zpsfac434a8.jpg

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waynieZ

02-01-2013, 01:00 PM

It looks great Cris. I love the tin work.

syborg tt

02-01-2013, 01:04 PM

Looks Aweome !!!!

Che70velle

02-01-2013, 05:15 PM

Love the cold air intake! Very nicely done.:thumbsup:

Cris@JCG

05-23-2013, 07:55 PM

It has been a while since we have had any updates on our Chevelles.. But we finally got to a point that we have some progress.. We finally got this 70 off the jig & rolling around the shop… Shock mounts need to be finished..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3496_zpsa4468d1f.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3496_zpsa4468d1f.jpg.html)

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The engine is a LS3 525 HP with 4L80 trans.. Got my exhaust kits on order from Borla & the Kooks headers are fitted.. Gas tank will be finished this coming week.. Got 70% of the brake & fuel plumbing done.. need to fit up the Vintage Air.. & the list goes on..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3503_zps3485e8bd.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3503_zps3485e8bd.jpg.html)

Rick D

05-23-2013, 07:59 PM

Nice Chris!! What color is this one going to be??

214Chevy

05-23-2013, 08:59 PM

Looking good.

onefast70elco

05-24-2013, 07:39 AM

Looks good, any crazy metal mods?:unibrow:

Cris@JCG

05-30-2013, 04:30 PM

Fathom Blue

Nice Chris!! What color is this one going to be??

No exterior body mods.. Maybe just a slight rear qtr pull..

Got a few engine bay mods & floor..

Looks good, any crazy metal mods?:unibrow:

Cris@JCG

05-30-2013, 04:31 PM

We got some front sheet metal mounted on the car today.. Just fitting up everything to confirm fit..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3510_zps9655e55b.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3510_zps9655e55b.jpg.html)

We are also getting all the engine bay sorted out.. Next steps power booster, plumbing, Radiator, coolers, wiring..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3514_zps9398ce8b.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3514_zps9398ce8b.jpg.html)

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Also got the some of the interior pcs going.. Got the Vintage Air mounted.. working on getting the column mounted.. Owner want a custom console & dash…

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_3516_zps997ae35c.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_3516_zps997ae35c.jpg.html)

clu269

06-01-2013, 12:02 PM

Love the progress and cant wait to hear how it performs. does your frame tuck under better than the OEM?

Cris@JCG

07-20-2014, 11:21 AM

Been a while since I have done any updates on this 70.. Shop has me consumed with work.. Here is a update... Car is in paint today! & should be assembling in a few weeks..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/1890514_10201407192362516_1024275352_o_zps96a45c5e .jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/1890514_10201407192362516_1024275352_o_zps96a45c5e .jpg.html)

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67XR7

07-20-2014, 12:22 PM

Why 3-link? Just curious....... is it easier to package on on this car? or is the 3 link what your doing for all of your custom JCG suspensions? (cant remember what was on the Challenger) or is this more of an experimental thing? customer request?

Great work as always!

Cris@JCG

07-21-2014, 09:55 AM

ALl my current projects have 3-links in them.. & the Challenger has been proofing the system.. Works good.. but still paying around with it to get more forward bite.. The front suspension has some great grip!

Packaging is always the compromise with suspension.. I like 3-link systems..

Why 3-link? Just curious....... is it easier to package on on this car? or is the 3 link what your doing for all of your custom JCG suspensions? (cant remember what was on the Challenger) or is this more of an experimental thing? customer request?

Great work as always!

Cris@JCG

09-05-2014, 03:07 PM

We got some paint on the car & getting er assembled!

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ScotI

09-05-2014, 04:07 PM

Nice looking set-up & fab!

Looks like you went w/a Panhard bar vs. the original watts idea? Packaging related? Were the rockers stretched any? It's hard to tell from pics but they look a little lower vs. OE.

214Chevy

09-05-2014, 04:26 PM

Awwww shyza, y'all know I love blue. Almost the same shade is mine....maybe a wee bit darker, I love the stripe pattern.

WSSix

09-05-2014, 08:25 PM

Nice color choice and stripe idea, Cris.

Al Moreno

09-06-2014, 08:58 AM

Another BADA$$ ride coming out of JCG's team. Looks like Bluz brother. Keep the pics coming.

Fast Willi

09-07-2014, 06:28 AM

Badass looking car. Like the direction you went with the stripes.

GregWeld

09-07-2014, 08:18 AM

Is this the one you've been working on for like 5+ years???

Cris@JCG

09-07-2014, 10:01 AM

Trying to keep with you Al! :D

Another BADA$$ ride coming out of JCG's team. Looks like Bluz brother. Keep the pics coming.

Here is the hood stripe concept..

http://i1015.photobucket.com/albums/af278/jcgrestoration/IMG_4078_zps06d07028.jpg (http://s1015.photobucket.com/user/jcgrestoration/media/IMG_4078_zps06d07028.jpg.html)

Badass looking car. Like the direction you went with the stripes.

Yup! Started this one about the time you started receiving social security..

Is this the one you've been working on for like 5+ years???