started back on my new old project... long [Archive]

Wissing72

12-16-2012, 02:06 PM

Alright everyone after lurking here for a few years I figured I would jump on and share my build
I have owned this car for about 21 years now and initially bought it to pro-street it since that was "in" and I had a friend that had one a few years earlier. After tech school and moved back to Eugene, Or.I bought the chevelle I drove it as is and moved to Nor-Cal. about a year later, I started to get into bracket racing it at our local track (samoa dragstrip)and had a blast with it.
Like most of us life has a way of changing priorities so the car was put on hold, while buying a house and building other projects and starting a family. I had been building my El Camino and sent it off to paint a few years ago and discovered what "paint jail" was all about. I found a paint shop in Eugene that a friend of mine uses, and after talking to the owner I decided the trip would be worth it.
After looking over the car and getting a plan it all went out the window.......:willy: I will try to keep this thing updated as I get time.....
here is the car shortly after I bought it. Taken Sept.1992 one of the guys at a local chassis shop called it the "calico"......:rolleyes: :rofl:
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/12-12-2012074532AM.jpg
one of the many stages it was in http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/12-12-2012125011PM.jpg
and another...http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/12-12-2012124646PM.jpg
this was at a burnout contest in 94....http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/12-12-2012124842PM.jpg

Wissing72

12-16-2012, 02:15 PM

After buying a house the car just kinda sat. I tore it down and was going to paint it and get back to some racing but the budget just wouldnt allow it. I started to do other projects that were going to be a little more economical. yeah right........This was my first paint job and frame off build in driveway late 90's early 2000's I entered some shows and won, then the car show thing hooked me.
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/fortunaautorama2000.jpg

The El camino project taught me a lot of things, 1.hard as I try I cant do it all. 2. its harder now to get friends together to do some of the projects when you have a family. 3. I am learning my limits, and capability. If I want something done in a reasonable time frame it may be faster, better if I send it out. I spent many nights for months in the garage after putting my little one to bed and was worn out by the time I got the car done
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/trophey1.jpg

Wissing72

12-16-2012, 02:24 PM

I put the chevelle in storage for a few years to make room for working on my house and the out of control el camino project. I decided that it was time last year to just get this thing done and over with.
It really looked bad.
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/054.jpg
My wife agreed to get this thing done as well. So we loaded it up and took it back up to Eugene to Precision Classics and Collision. After going over it with the owner he and I discussed plans and ideas that I had.
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/032-1.jpg
I wanted to box the frame and put some killer suspension under it. I was for sure set on some form of LS engine and a 6 speed.

Wissing72

12-16-2012, 02:40 PM

We agreed to get the frame out from under it and soda blast the car since it was torn down anyways and see what kind of mess we had gotten ourselves into.
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellebody.jpg
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellebottom.jpg
I knew going into this thing that there was going to be a bit of metal needing replacement. A quarter and rear filler were all the body needed and the fenders were beat up from prior repairs....
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellerrafter.jpg

Wissing72

12-16-2012, 02:52 PM

After getting into the bodywork, the frame was looked over and measured etc. It wasn't too bad but will need some work. The idea came to mind that if I am boxing the frame and adding all of the suspension, what is the pro's and con's of just setting it aside and putting an after market chassis under it. I started looking into them and reading what others have done and gone through modding the original chassis. Keeping in mind that the work to do one is labor intensive and the other is more of a bolt in (though not totally). What to do.
We decided the way to go was with an after market chassis, so we called Roadster Shop and had one sent out to us. Man that thing is a work of art! This car is going to go way beyond what I ever thought it would be, I had only dreamed about this.
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellechassis.jpg
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellechassis3.jpg

FETorino

12-16-2012, 03:34 PM

After getting into the bodywork, the frame was looked over and measured etc. It wasn't too bad but will need some work. The idea came to mind that if I am boxing the frame and adding all of the suspension, what is the pro's and con's of just setting it aside and putting an after market chassis under it. I started looking into them and reading what others have done and gone through modding the original chassis. Keeping in mind that the work to do one is labor intensive and the other is more of a bolt in (though not totally). What to do.
We decided the way to go was with an after market chassis, so we called Roadster Shop and had one sent out to us. Man that thing is a work of art! This car is going to go way beyond what I ever thought it would be, I had only dreamed about this.

Hell yea now you're cooking with gas.....:thumbsup:

What are you doing for a drivetrain? Another big block or something else?:_paranoid

The body looks like a pretty good starting point.:thumbsup:

214Chevy

12-16-2012, 03:36 PM

Say bro, I see you ain't messing around since you're going with an RS chassis. Niiiiiiice!! :yes: Keep us posted and thanks for bringing another Chevelle to the board. :thumbsup: I'm suscribed.

Wissing72

12-16-2012, 03:44 PM

Hell yea now you're cooking with gas.....:thumbsup:

Thanks!!

What are you doing for a drivetrain? Another big block or something else?:_paranoid

I have a couple of big blocks that I considered, and the small block that came out of it but I decided to go with an LS and a 6 speed

The body looks like a pretty good starting point.:thumbsup:
The body was pretty good, it was somewhat preserved by being in storage and torn down for 15 years :faint:

Wissing72

12-16-2012, 03:47 PM

Say bro, I see you ain't messing around since you're going with an RS chassis. Niiiiiiice!! :yes: Keep us posted and thanks for bringing another Chevelle to the board. :thumbsup: I'm suscribed.

thanks! I am done with messing around I want the car done. I have spent sooo many years on other projects and I get burned out and start back on them etc. I am glad there is enough aftermarket support out there now for these cars. I have been collecting stuff for years that I can now use and/or get rid of.

Royalworks

12-16-2012, 08:08 PM

Very nice on the chassis. I can see this car turning out amazing.

dug

12-16-2012, 08:39 PM

damn, lotsa 70's popping up now. That frame is wicked. :hail:

Wissing72

12-16-2012, 09:50 PM

damn, lotsa 70's popping up now. That frame is wicked. :hail:
I hope the car turns out as well as the frame!
Haha I have had this car for sooo long people used to say "whats a chevelle" is that like a camaro? grrrr.
I think most of the camaro's got picked up by guys like Stielow (j/k mark)
Mine is a true 70 as well.....:D

dug

12-17-2012, 04:00 PM

coolwelder62

12-17-2012, 04:52 PM

RS Chassis.:thumbsup: :thumbsup: Can't wait too see under the car.

Wissing72

12-17-2012, 08:38 PM

oh man, I get so tired of people asking about my car and "is it done?" I've only had mine about 10 years and its been non-op for about 6 now as I rebuild it. hopefully next summer it will run.

....I always say that.

I used to get the same thing. I would be telling people that I am working on this or that and they would just roll their eyes and move on. I finished up my el camino last summer and everyone went :wow:

214Chevy

12-18-2012, 04:40 AM

Same here on the "...is it done" questions. My buddies will always ask, "Maaan, you're still working on that car?" They don't have a clue of what it takes to do a car right and give it, its proper due diligence.

dug

12-18-2012, 09:36 AM

Not to mention school, work, moving 2.5hrs from where your car is kept for 2 years etc.....

Funny thing is one of my good buddies just texted me this morning "I don't think your car will be done until 2023...." oh well. It'll happen when it happens.

back to the car at hand, any more pics?

Wissing72

12-26-2012, 09:52 PM

some updates...

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/chevellerighttop.jpg
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/061.jpg
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/chevelle%20chassis/056-Copy2.jpg

will get more soon:yes:

waynieZ

12-27-2012, 12:15 AM

Very Nice !

coolwelder62

12-27-2012, 05:26 AM

Very Nice !X2,:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Wissing72

12-27-2012, 07:37 AM

thanks! question, can any body help me with why some of the pictures are not showing up any more in the first posts.....?

FETorino

12-27-2012, 07:57 PM

thanks! question, can any body help me with why some of the pictures are not showing up any more in the first posts.....?

Did you delete any of them from your photobucket account or rename them?

Wissing72

12-28-2012, 07:23 AM

none deleted, or renamed. I just loaded some of them in a few days before and some have been there a while. Its a little frustrating.:willy: I don't want to have to edit and copy them back in. but I will if I have to. GRRRR.

Wissing72

12-30-2012, 12:13 PM

Here's some more updates for you.... with having the Roadster Shop chassis comes having narrower frame rails. We get to stretch the inner wheel wells a little!:yes:
The down side is finding wheels, wholly !@#* the manufacturers are proud of them things!!!!:wow:
The idea was to keep the back seat in the car so that we can have our little one go on some drives with us so the rear seat is starting to be modified as well.
We cut the tunnel out and reworked it to avoid clearance issues as well.
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/046.jpg
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/064.jpg
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/059-Copy.jpg

Wissing72

12-30-2012, 04:29 PM

Just throwing it out there, if anybody needs a stock frame that is a roller with discs and a 12 bolt 4.10 posi there I would like to see it go to a good home. It is in Eugene, Or. Do not want to part it out.

Wissing72

01-10-2013, 05:03 AM

not alot to update. there has been some discrepancies and the car has been held up in certain areas for a couple of months due to outside vendors. :faint:
It looks like the issue is solved and now the fitting of the body to the chassis can continue. I am pleased with this shop so far, the owner has kept notes and photos and keeps ME updated with progress or issues. I like that. :hail:
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/042-1.jpg
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/chevelleoutside1_zps801d2234.jpg

WSSix

01-10-2013, 12:56 PM

Glad things are getting straightened out. It's always the little thing that cause the most problems it seems.

Wissing72

04-15-2013, 07:37 AM

Alright guys I figured I would pop up and post an update. It has been a couple of months. Things have been a bit crazy to say the least in the family world. I think things have settled down and can get back to some normal business.
Precision Classics is still going to town on the car. Bodywork is getting close, panels are aligned and they are ready to pull the body back off the frame and hopefully some color will start to go on real soon. I am getting anxious to see this car and get back behind the wheel again!
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/chevellefrontend_zpsb1a39dc8.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/chevellefrontend_zpsb1a39dc8.jpg.html)
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/007_4_zps699a1df1.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/007_4_zps699a1df1.jpg.html)

FETorino

04-15-2013, 09:58 PM

Wissing72

04-18-2013, 08:25 AM

I'm sure you may have posted this or even a rendering (thanks photobucket) what color are you planning on painting the car?

For sure with the "Photobucket" issue! Dont know why it dropped them but has done it on another site as well.:headscratch: :computer:
No real rendering done. looked at a lot of pics on the internet for good and bad ideas and to see if the colors look better on a car or not. Going to do something different with stripes since the car is "far" from factory, but still keep it somewhat clean. Nothing wild/off the wall. I am thinking more towards a sage type color. I see some newer cars with nice shades. I have had reds, black, yellow etc.

FETorino

05-07-2013, 09:13 PM

For sure with the "Photobucket" issue! Dont know why it dropped them but has done it on another site as well.:headscratch: :computer:
No real rendering done. looked at a lot of pics on the internet for good and bad ideas and to see if the colors look better on a car or not. Going to do something different with stripes since the car is "far" from factory, but still keep it somewhat clean. Nothing wild/off the wall. I am thinking more towards a sage type color. I see some newer cars with nice shades. I have had reds, black, yellow etc.

I like the Sage idea but then again I'm painting mine Ford army green also known as Jade Black. Somebody sent this rendering to me It reminded me of your car. :mock:

How about some updates?

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/hippoinatutu_zpsb66df064.jpg

Wissing72

05-08-2013, 07:09 AM

I like the Sage idea but then again I'm painting mine Ford army green also known as Jade Black. Somebody sent this rendering to me It reminded me of your car. :mock:

How about some updates?

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/hippoinatutu_zpsb66df064.jpg

:grouphug:
Yeah I like that big girl! She works. LOL.
Not a lot to update on just the metal working stuff and small things to get it all fitted together correctly. Getting the interior fitted and mocked up as well. It seems like when ever it is ready to come back apart there is something else that needs attention. Thats good, but I am ready to see some color on this thing.For what ever reason the sage colors came to me and I liked them. I guess since I have had so many other colors this one was different.
Here is a couple of photos that will probably end up "disappearing" like some of the others..... Ugh.

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellecolumn_zpseab3f90b.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellecolumn_zpseab3f90b.jpg.html)
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellefender_zpsc41835d4.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellefender_zpsc41835d4.jpg.html)
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/001_4_zps589d9484.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/001_4_zps589d9484.jpg.html)
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/002_2_zps427284ba.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/002_2_zps427284ba.jpg.html)

Wissing72

06-21-2013, 09:48 PM

So I have been slacking in the updates lately, so I figured I would put a couple more photos up. But now have to head out of town for a couple of weeks, so I am sure the updates are going to fall behind again. Forgive me.....:drowninga:

Under hood close outs:
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellerfender_zpse15ee816.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellerfender_zpse15ee816.jpg.html)

Back together, the wheels are just rollers, not the ones for the car. I am also thinking of getting rid of the door locks, I think it will clean it up and its not like it is ever really going to be sitting to far away from me.... opinions?

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/031-Copy_zps4a20ef00.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/031-Copy_zps4a20ef00.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/011-1_zps79cc50ff.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/011-1_zps79cc50ff.jpg.html)

We are almost to the point of teardown again and smooth things out and get ready for some paint.....:G-Dub:

Wissing72

06-21-2013, 10:08 PM

since I cant seem to get the old photos up I thought I would repost a couple.

here it is about 21 years ago when I got it
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/12-12-2012074532AM.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelle/12-12-2012074532AM.jpg.html)

when I started racing it locally
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/12-12-2012125011PM.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelle/12-12-2012125011PM.jpg.html)

At a local burnout contest.
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/12-12-2012124842PM.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelle/12-12-2012124842PM.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/12-12-2012124646PM.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelle/12-12-2012124646PM.jpg.html)

This is what it looked like after sitting for years torn down. I bought a house and other things got put in front of it.
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/032.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelle/032.jpg.html)

Ron in SoCal

06-21-2013, 10:34 PM

Stance pics look great Chris. Gaps, body work too!

Flash68

06-21-2013, 10:37 PM

Those old pics are :thumbsup:

FETorino

06-21-2013, 10:42 PM

Back together, the wheels are just rollers, not the ones for the car. I am also thinking of getting rid of the door locks, I think it will clean it up and its not like it is ever really going to be sitting to far away from me.... opinions?

You asked ....... :snapout: Keep the door locks.:thumbsup:

Those old pics are :thumbsup:

Couldn't agree more.

:cheers:

WSSix

06-22-2013, 06:24 AM

I'd keep the door locks as well. You can always remove the outside cylinder and go with remote locks but I'd keep some sort of way to physically lock the car up.

Wissing72

07-06-2013, 07:54 AM

Thanks for the input guys. The more I look at it I will probably keep them. I got rid of the locks on the El Camino since on those cars they are below a sharp body line and it cleaned it up nicely. I have a manual cable to unlock the car if need be.

214Chevy

07-06-2013, 08:36 AM

Wissing72

07-06-2013, 11:23 AM

Those old pics are :thumbsup:

Thanks! I wish I had more of them.... Its cool to look back on now after 2 decades of owning it. Didn't think I would have it this long. Or that it would have taken this long to get it to this point.

Che70velle

07-06-2013, 11:31 AM

Chris, its your car. Do what you like. That's the DNA of the hobby. Individualism. It's about what you like, not us. I would never ask for somebody else's opinion for my rides. If someone doesn't like what you've done, oh well.
I build my stuff for me. Shoot, you'd have to build a 69 camaro to make most of the world happy. Oops, did I just say that?

Wissing72

07-06-2013, 11:49 AM

Chris, I may get the :snapout: or the :lostmarbles: or the :buttkick: for this one, but I'm a bit different as you can see. Probably the :shakehead: and even the :badidea:. LOL!! But, I got rid of my door locks. My point exactly was the same as yours, the car will never be out of my sight. I say get rid of the locks. :underchair: Not out of a necessity, but because you asked and you contemplated it and I like the look of it personally. I'm not too much of a total shaved door handle guy, but like the subtle change of just the shaved locks. That may not make alot of sense to some, but it's just me. Here's a pic of my door without the locks and Kindigit door handles. Also, if your pics keep disappearing, it's probably because you edited or changed something with the pics you linked from you account to Lat-g. Once you edit or change something within your account, it won't tranfer over to where you shared the link and posted the pic. Therefore, it deletes the pic. Your account usually prompts and tells you your shared links will be deleted or lost. Thanks for the pics, engine bay close-out panels look nice. :thumbsup:

http://i1122.photobucket.com/albums/l536/2quedogg/72%20Chevelle/DSCF0480.jpg (http://s1122.photobucket.com/user/2quedogg/media/72%20Chevelle/DSCF0480.jpg.html)
http://i1122.photobucket.com/albums/l536/2quedogg/72%20Chevelle/handle.jpg (http://s1122.photobucket.com/user/2quedogg/media/72%20Chevelle/handle.jpg.html)

You won't get any :snapout: :buttkick: :catfight: for you input. I am sure that I will think it over several times before the welder gets turned back on. I am just making sure I do everything I can the first time on this car. Trends/styles change. I am using Ring Bros handles and the locks will look good either way. Thanks for the input. I do like your handles. I have yet to see them in person.

Chris, its your car. Do what you like. That's the DNA of the hobby. Individualism. It's about what you like, not us. I would never ask for somebody else's opinion for my rides. If someone doesn't like what you've done, oh well.
I build my stuff for me. Shoot, you'd have to build a 69 camaro to make most of the world happy. Oops, did I just say that?

I understand what your saying, I do ask opinions just to guide me. I have a tendency to over think things and get "lost" sometimes. Plus I can't seem to keep up with the changes in the aftermarket, where someone may know something that is a better idea than what I had originally. I already have a car that has no locks and like it. Just not sure I want to do it again or not. It is more about aesthetics than anything.
Thanks for the props. And yes you just said that..... The 69 camaro guys have you in the cross-hairs! LOL

214Chevy

07-06-2013, 12:16 PM

....Shoot, you'd have to build a 69 camaro to make most of the world happy.

:lmao: .........:underchair:

Che70velle

07-06-2013, 08:54 PM

I'm definitely not hatin on 69 camaros. I've seen a few that really stood out to me. I love what can be done to them, and what's available in aftermarket support.

FETorino

07-06-2013, 09:10 PM

I'm definitely not hatin on 69 camaros. I've seen a few that really stood out to me. I love what can be done to them, and what's available in aftermarket support.

Hey stop backpedalling :lol: You know those guys name thier cars so they can tell them apart. :lmao:

:popcorn2:

:cheers:

Flash68

07-06-2013, 09:15 PM

You know those guys name their cars so I can keep track of who and how many have passed me.

Edited for accuracy.

:action-smiley-027:

Wissing72

07-07-2013, 06:47 AM

I'm definitely not hatin on 69 camaros. I've seen a few that really stood out to me. I love what can be done to them, and what's available in aftermarket support.

:thumbsup: :grouphug: I like them too. I had one that was a project that I let go. There are so many out there, you can buy a decent one to start with any more, then add your twist to it.

Hey stop backpedalling :lol: You know those guys name thier cars so they can tell them apart. :lmao:

:popcorn2:

:cheers:

Now that is a way to get props from the masses! LOL

Edited for accuracy.

Originally Posted by FETorino
You know those guys name their cars so I can keep track of who and how many have passed me.

:action-smiley-027:
:stirthepot: :catfight: :lmao:

Wissing72

09-23-2013, 04:37 PM

Figured I would throw up a couple of updates since it has been a while. Life has been a little bit crazy lately. It is amazing how time flies, I cant beleive the year is coming to a close. I have a feeling that it's not going to slow down either...

The chassis in now painted and going together. It is almost a shame to cover it with a body!! This thing is a work of art
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelleframe1_zpsbbeaab3d.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelleframe1_zpsbbeaab3d.jpg.html)
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelleframe4_zps476c9247.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelleframe4_zps476c9247.jpg.html)

Some of the work is done on the inside to seal it up
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellefloorspaint1_zpsd3448459.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellefloorspaint1_zpsd3448459.jpg.html)

I definately think I have :bigun2: the $h!t out of any budget I thought I was going to have with this car..... I may have to sell the El Camino to sleep at night....

Che70velle

09-23-2013, 07:34 PM

Looks great! I got a good laugh about your "budget" comment. I'd love to see a poll on here to see how many have stayed within the so called "budget" that you speak of.

67goatman455

09-23-2013, 08:50 PM

Looks great! I got a good laugh about your "budget" comment. I'd love to see a poll on here to see how many have stayed within the so called "budget" that you speak of.

mine is still questionable haha :G-Dub:

Wissing72

09-23-2013, 08:51 PM

Looks great! I got a good laugh about your "budget" comment. I'd love to see a poll on here to see how many have stayed within the so called "budget" that you speak of.

Thanks! Glad you got a good laugh. I have to as well. I know there is no such thing as a permanent or real budget.. LOL :lostmarbles: I went into it with a plan
and knew that it would get out of hand. Wich it has, and I can't wait to see how it turns out.

HEEP

09-24-2013, 08:27 AM

How in the world did I miss this one. I think the Chevelle guys need our own section.:secret:

I am loving this one. Looks like you are doing it right. I'll subscribe now....

Please keep the pictures coming.

As for the door locks? Not really sure, I like them both ways. I even thought I would install late model door handles on mine, but for the ease of getting it done, I will probably just keep them stock.

HEEP

Wissing72

09-24-2013, 01:04 PM

How in the world did I miss this one. I think the Chevelle guys need our own section.:secret:

It's all good, I don't have much time to keep this thread exciting. The balancing act of family,work,etc. Takes up alot of time. I wouldn't be able to get the car done if it wasn't at a shop. I learned that lesson when I built the El Camino our son was about a year old when the paint went on, left very little time and less sleep to get the car done. Now our second little one will arrive in late Nov.
I am loving this one. Looks like you are doing it right. I'll subscribe now....
Thanks, I am trying.....

Please keep the pictures coming.

As for the door locks? Not really sure, I like them both ways. I even thought I would install late model door handles on mine, but for the ease of getting it done, I will probably just keep them stock.

HEEP

It's all good, I don't have much time to keep this thread exciting. The balancing act of family,work,etc. Takes up alot of time. I wouldn't be able to get the car done if it wasn't at a shop. I learned that lesson when I built the El Camino our son was about a year old when the paint went on, left very little time and less sleep to get the car done. Now our second little one will arrive in late Nov.
I am going to keep the locks, I also have a set of "Ring Brothers" handles that I am going to use.

I was going through your build as well. It is a great project. I like the fact that you have had yours for so long as well, got to spend time with your dad and kids. Great story!
Our son just turned 3 and he has to be part of anything I do. Even prepping for shows....:thumbsup:
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/Loganwheels_zpsb3d8ba4c.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/Loganwheels_zpsb3d8ba4c.jpg.html)

Vince@Meanstreets

09-24-2013, 02:32 PM

I definately think I have :bigun2: the $h!t out of any budget I thought I was going to have with this car..... I may have to sell the El Camino to sleep at night....

or keep the elco and live in it. :bitchslap:

great work, looks like a kickass project.:cheers:

HEEP

09-24-2013, 02:39 PM

It's all good, I don't have much time to keep this thread exciting. The balancing act of family,work,etc. Takes up alot of time. I wouldn't be able to get the car done if it wasn't at a shop. I learned that lesson when I built the El Camino our son was about a year old when the paint went on, left very little time and less sleep to get the car done. Now our second little one will arrive in late Nov.
I am going to keep the locks, I also have a set of "Ring Brothers" handles that I am going to use.

I was going through your build as well. It is a great project. I like the fact that you have had yours for so long as well, got to spend time with your dad and kids. Great story!
Our son just turned 3 and he has to be part of anything I do. Even prepping for shows....:thumbsup:
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/Loganwheels_zpsb3d8ba4c.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/Loganwheels_zpsb3d8ba4c.jpg.html)

What a great looking kid. Raising him right already. I wish I was at this point.

Congrats on the Nov arrival. The second one brings a whole new level to parenting. It's awesome.

When mine were the ages of yours, I was building the HEEP. My son loves that thing. It will probably be the first ride for him.

Amazing how much time these things take. Keep working on this and keep updating.

HEEP

Wissing72

11-06-2013, 06:19 PM

I have been running like mad here lately. My wife and I are expecting our second little one in about 3 weeks, but we got a chance to get up north and check on the progress of the Chevelle.:excited: :excited:
I am very impressed with how it is coming along. I have given the owner some ideas and he has done a great job of listening and bringing this car to life. He has some serious talent. He has also been very on top of calling me or e-mailing me to bounce ideas or suggestions. He has kept progress photos coming as well, being 300 miles away those things are important. Several times I have called and he answers the phone or will call right back. I would recomend if your in the pacific north west area and looking for a shop, stop in and look around.
Now to some photos....

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellechassispaint3_zps9f9dc603.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellechassispaint3_zps9f9dc603.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/177_zps472ad002.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/177_zps472ad002.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/179_zps4edfbc8b.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/179_zps4edfbc8b.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/183_zps029354c8.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/183_zps029354c8.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/232_zpsd15c1366.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/232_zpsd15c1366.jpg.html)

Wissing72

11-08-2013, 06:24 PM

The new Ultimate Headers showed up and they look AMAZING!!!:ups: :flashie:

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/229_zpsba30ee83.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/229_zpsba30ee83.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/226_zpsac89d139.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/226_zpsac89d139.jpg.html)

Che70velle

11-09-2013, 12:00 PM

Looking great! What kind of time frame for being finished?

Wissing72

11-09-2013, 01:44 PM

We are hoping to get it buttoned up early next year, thinking sometime in February. Wanting to hit some big shows in Ca. and Or. Will have to see how things go, have alot on our plate right now.:hairpullout:

tubbed69

11-13-2013, 06:06 AM

Chris your car is coming along nicely,really like the pic with your little boy,thats cool.:thumbsup:

FETorino

11-17-2013, 08:36 PM

I definately think I have :bigun2: the $h!t out of any budget I thought I was going to have with this car..... I may have to sell the El Camino to sleep at night....

:lmao: You said Budget in a Lat G build thread. Hilarious:lmao:

We are hoping to get it buttoned up early next year, thinking sometime in February. Wanting to hit some big shows in Ca. and Or. Will have to see how things go, have alot on our plate right now.:hairpullout:

Chris you are whooping my A:censored: on the project timeline. I hope to see your car somewhere in CA in Feb.:thumbsup:

:cheers:

Wissing72

11-17-2013, 09:16 PM

:lmao: You said Budget in a Lat G build thread. Hilarious:lmao:

Chris you are whooping my A:censored: on the project timeline. I hope to see your car somewhere in CA in Feb.:thumbsup:

:cheers:

Yeah, yeah I know the "B" word.... WTF was I thinking? :EmoteClueless: :hitaxeonthehead:
I was just talking to a friend of mine tonight about how it "evolved" to where it is now. So much for a big inch motor and a paint job, wich was the original plan.
We are hauling A:censored: on it for sure, we have a few shows we want to hit next year, and don't want to miss a couple of the early ones.
As far as seeing it in CA. in Feb. Just drive north I am at the top of the state. Just a quick 12 or so hour drive....:twak:

Wissing72

11-17-2013, 09:18 PM

Chris your car is coming along nicely,really like the pic with your little boy,thats cool.:thumbsup:

Thanks! That pic was at his first show with me, he was so happy to help and jumped right in! He is hooked.

Wissing72

12-26-2013, 06:38 PM

Well progress is moving right along on the Chevelle. It is coming together for sure. The car is bolted back together, brakes lines, etc are done. Wiring is next. Then interior. The most important part is it is in paint!:excited: :excited: :excited: The crew at Precision Classics are doing an amazing job on the car!

Front brakes
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/ab3dd150-89ae-4e57-841e-eb77a9e07266_zpsab6fce1a.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/ab3dd150-89ae-4e57-841e-eb77a9e07266_zpsab6fce1a.jpg.html)

blocked and ready!
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelleprimer1_zps16b86b9a.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelleprimer1_zps16b86b9a.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellepaint13_zpsb2dd6f3e.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellepaint13_zpsb2dd6f3e.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellepaint2_zpsf4055072.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellepaint2_zpsf4055072.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellepaint4_zps12f1676d.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellepaint4_zps12f1676d.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellepaint9_zps2ba0cb28.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellepaint9_zps2ba0cb28.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellepaint11_zpsb98e4aaf.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellepaint11_zpsb98e4aaf.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellepaint12_zpsea655601.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevellepaint12_zpsea655601.jpg.html)

HEEP

12-26-2013, 06:42 PM

Man this thing is awesome. Loving the strips. Coming along nicely.

GregWeld

12-26-2013, 06:45 PM

Awesome

214Chevy

12-26-2013, 06:53 PM

Man this thing is awesome. Loving the strips. Coming along nicely.

X2 on the stripes. Is the color green or grey? I like it! :thumbsup:

waynieZ

12-26-2013, 07:20 PM

That looks awesome! I love the stripes.

Che70velle

12-26-2013, 07:50 PM

Wissing72

12-26-2013, 09:05 PM

Ditto on the stripes as well. More info on the color also. Are those the wheels your running? The pics make the back spacing look too shallow, almost like your rear end has been narrowed? This car is going to be sick! Loving this!

Thank you for all of the compliments everyone. A little nervous on unveiling it. To answer the big question about the wheels. They are just "rollers". Don't worry. I am hunting and narrowing down the wheel selection. The rear end is a narrowed 9 inch and it is mini tubbed.
The color is a green/greyish. It is called Mystic Green.
We are just waiting on the interior panels and the material from The Shop LLC, so that Jon Lind can get moving on the seats, headliner,etc. and assemble the rest of the interior. I think next week is wiring up the car. I can't wait to hear this thing run!
I really have to give it to the guys up there, they are nailing this car as far as what I had visioned then went beyond. The time frame has been extremely reasonable. They keep the updates consistant. I was sketchy about taking my car 6 hours away, but they have made it very comfortable.

Wissing72

12-26-2013, 09:20 PM

Here are a couple more shots:

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelleunderside3_zps75dc133f.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelleunderside3_zps75dc133f.jpg.html)

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/chevelleexhaust_zps91fc1f23.jpg (http://s594.photobucket.com/user/rebeccamhull/media/chevelle/chevelle%20progress/chevelleexhaust_zps91fc1f23.jpg.html)

HEEP

12-27-2013, 03:11 AM

Who did your mini tubbing? What did you use?

214Chevy

12-27-2013, 03:21 AM

Who did your mini tubbing? What did you use?

Looks like he split the factory tubs and just added a metal strip insert in the middle.

Wissing72

12-27-2013, 08:07 AM

Who did your mini tubbing? What did you use?

Looks like he split the factory tubs and just added a metal strip insert in the middle.

:thumbsup: :superhack:

Bill, Marcus hit the nail on the head. The inner wheel houses were pulled, split and about a 3" piece of metal was welded in. Put it all back together and modify a couple of trunk supports. I am using Eddie Motorsport trunk hinges instead of the stock set up and it took a little more modification. They told me it wasn't too bad to do though.

HEEP

12-27-2013, 09:49 AM

any pictures of that process? I am about to start on that on mine. I havent seen anyone actually post pictures.

thanks,

Wissing72

12-27-2013, 11:29 AM

any pictures of that process? I am about to start on that on mine. I havent seen anyone actually post pictures.

thanks,

Bill, I don't at this moment. I will call the body shop and see if they do. I saw that that t.v. show Musclecar on Spike is doing a 442 and did the same process.
In short, if you look at the tubs from the trunk you would cut the inner tub where the 2 are welded together in the center drill out the spot welds at the trunk, remove amount of metal from floor, install tub, and fill center of tub with new metal. This is a short version and there is more to it than that, but I am at work... :shakehead:
I am sure someone will chime in about it since most of the cars here have had it done to some extent. Try a search as well, and I will try to get more info and some pics if I can.

Hope these come through. I found these on the post from Ironworks Chevelle build. We didn't remove the back panel the way they did. Hope they don't mind that I pass the pics along.

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=37941&highlight=mini+tub

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/augshoppics8-28-2012004.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/augshoppics8-28-2012006.jpg

Precision Classics

12-27-2013, 07:22 PM

Wissing72

12-27-2013, 09:26 PM

I would like to thank Chris for the opportunity to build this car, and giving me the freedom to use my ideas and imagination. I have put a lot of heart and soul into this car and loved every minute of it
Thanks
Eron
Precision Classics & Collision

Thanks Eron. Glad you jumped in on the forum and welcome aboard! Your ideas and imagination have been great, you were able to listen to my initial plan and ran with it. I appreciate it.

FETorino

12-27-2013, 10:01 PM

Chris the color looks stellar. :thumbsup:

:guns: Slooooow down you are making us all look bad.:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

Wissing72

12-28-2013, 09:46 PM

Chris the color looks stellar. :thumbsup:

:guns: Slooooow down you are making us all look bad.:lmao: :lmao: :lmao:

Thanks Rob!!!
No way I am slowing down at this point. I have had the car for 22 years now and it has been in some form of ugly paint or primer since I have owned it. Time to get it done. You need to get to business on that Torino. :twak:

Wissing72

12-30-2013, 09:54 PM

Last year my wife and I bought a new house, it had a seperate shop out back but was unfinished. I finally got started on it a couple months back. I finished up some electrical and ran copper air line through out and insulated it. Now just finishing up sheetrock. I am thinking I will look for a hoist in the next year or so as well since it has 12' ceiling. Its 42x20. I wish it was wider but I will have to work with what it is. Trying to get it finished before the Chevelle comes home. I am thinking after getting back from Barrett-Jackson I will be able to finish it.

after insulating
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/garage_zpse6f31df8.jpg
sheet rocking
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/garage3_zps122e9165.jpg

HEEP

12-31-2013, 04:08 AM

Bill, I don't at this moment. I will call the body shop and see if they do. I saw that that t.v. show Musclecar on Spike is doing a 442 and did the same process.
In short, if you look at the tubs from the trunk you would cut the inner tub where the 2 are welded together in the center drill out the spot welds at the trunk, remove amount of metal from floor, install tub, and fill center of tub with new metal. This is a short version and there is more to it than that, but I am at work... :shakehead:
I am sure someone will chime in about it since most of the cars here have had it done to some extent. Try a search as well, and I will try to get more info and some pics if I can.

Hope these come through. I found these on the post from Ironworks Chevelle build. We didn't remove the back panel the way they did. Hope they don't mind that I pass the pics along.

http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=37941&highlight=mini+tub

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/augshoppics8-28-2012004.jpg

http://i616.photobucket.com/albums/tt248/ironworksspeed/Fairway%20Chevrolet%201970%20Chevelle/augshoppics8-28-2012006.jpg

Chris,
Thanks for those links. I had seen the one from Ironworks, man I love that car. He has done inspiring work. I'm just about to the point of cutting, just trying to see others.
Keep up posting updates, you know the Chevelle guys need to stick together:D

thanks,

GregWeld

12-31-2013, 07:00 AM

Wissing72

12-31-2013, 09:45 AM

I don't understand the layout of the shop. Is it 42 wide and 20 deep? One single garage door? Or is there another door from where you're taking the pics?

I used to do everything in a 40 deep by 22 wide "4 car" garage.... I'd do my projects in the winter -- everything parked outside or in the trailer (or temporary storage) and put the car up in the center of that space so I could work all around it. It took some effort but I'd get 'er done!

Nice space to have that's for sure!!

Greg, its 42' deep and 20' wide. There is a 14'wide main door on the front (I was standing in the door way when I took the pic) At the back and to the right there is a smaller 10'wide door and at the back left there is a bathroom. The part that I don't like but is required are the "wing walls" and California code requires that every 25' the building "boxes" so with the width that I have they get in the way but I will try to put them to use. The previous owner built it as a boat/r.v. garage.
I will probably do the same as what you said and put the car in the trailer when I am working on other projects. Of course with 2 little ones it will probably be turning into bicycles and motorcycles soon.:D

214Chevy

12-31-2013, 10:11 AM

.... you know the Chevelle guys need to stick together:D

Tis true, but the Camaro guys have us out numbered like a bajillion to one. :underchair:

Wissing72

12-31-2013, 12:22 PM

A photo is probably better than the description.

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/019-Copy2_zpsf246f3cc.jpg

Wissing72

12-31-2013, 12:23 PM

Tis true, but the Camaro guys have us out numbered like a bajillion to one. :underchair:

:lol: :twak: Very true.....

GregWeld

12-31-2013, 12:43 PM

Oh yeah! That's a great looking shop!

And yes to the "bikes and stuff" from kids.... but that's just life and is actually more important.

Even to this day -- I utilize the ceiling for storage space -- stuff I rarely used gets hauled up on braided steel wire rope..... and stashed up high and out of the way. That's easier in my all metal framed building but can still safely be done in yours too. I use a lot of my old boat tricks for hauling and securing... and the lighter stuff gets hauled up on high quality boat lines and blocks etc then just secured just like on a boat. Need the stuff down -- just 'unfurl' it.... or hoist it aloft! HAHAHAHAHA

I've also found these cheap ($125?) electric (110V) HOISTS at Harbor freight that I use for sky storage for like my hydraulic wheel dollies and stuff... very handy!

Wissing72

01-01-2014, 01:22 PM

Oh yeah! That's a great looking shop!
:thankyou:

And yes to the "bikes and stuff" from kids.... but that's just life and is actually more important.

:D :yes: 100% agree.

Even to this day -- I utilize the ceiling for storage space -- stuff I rarely used gets hauled up on braided steel wire rope..... and stashed up high and out of the way. That's easier in my all metal framed building but can still safely be done in yours too. I use a lot of my old boat tricks for hauling and securing... and the lighter stuff gets hauled up on high quality boat lines and blocks etc then just secured just like on a boat. Need the stuff down -- just 'unfurl' it.... or hoist it aloft! HAHAHAHAHA

I've also found these cheap ($125?) electric (110V) HOISTS at Harbor freight that I use for sky storage for like my hydraulic wheel dollies and stuff... very handy!

Some good ideas thank you, I am thinking about putting a shelf about 10' high along one wall that will hold plastic "totes" for all of the parts and stuff that I don't use. The larger and heavier stuff can go on racks, and I also have other storage in a basement too. It will keep it up high enough and out of the way while keeping wall space open as well.

Sieg

01-07-2014, 01:38 PM

Sieg

01-07-2014, 01:39 PM

http://sieg.smugmug.com/photos/i-hCnLBKk/0/XL/i-hCnLBKk-XL.jpg

http://sieg.smugmug.com/photos/i-G8TccL9/0/XL/i-G8TccL9-XL.jpg

http://sieg.smugmug.com/photos/i-Gb4VP5C/0/XL/i-Gb4VP5C-XL.jpg

It's in good hands. :thumbsup:

GregWeld

01-07-2014, 02:04 PM

I don't get it!! What'd ya find? A roll of green tape??

LOL

Looks good!

214Chevy

01-07-2014, 02:20 PM

Whoop...there it is!! :bigun2: :Tomcat:

Che70velle

01-07-2014, 03:00 PM

I don't get it!! What'd ya find? A roll of green tape??

LOL

Looks good!

A roll? More like a case!

Does look really good, though!

BBC71Nova

01-07-2014, 03:46 PM

Nice. Glad to see i'm not the only one that goes over board with the taping thing :-)

Leadfoot1

01-07-2014, 03:59 PM

Nice indeed!!

I did notice the door striker catchers?? Who makes these, they look very cool and i've never seen 'em before.

Lead.

ProPont

01-07-2014, 04:11 PM

I do believe those Door Strikers are from Ring Brothers.

Precision Classics

01-07-2014, 04:15 PM

Its only two rolls, a roll of 3 inch goes a long ways. Better to be safe than sorry

Sieg

01-07-2014, 04:26 PM

Its only two rolls, a roll of 3 inch goes a long ways. Better to be safe than sorry

Nice looking work :thumbsup: Sorry I didn't get over to the shop to meet you in person............yet.

Precision Classics

01-07-2014, 05:37 PM

Nice looking work :thumbsup: Sorry I didn't get over to the shop to meet you in person............yet.

Stop by any time

Che70velle

01-07-2014, 08:36 PM

Its only two rolls, a roll of 3 inch goes a long ways. Better to be safe than sorry

I was totally kidding guys! Better safe than sorry, for sure. I've got a roll on mine right now, and it's still in primer, while I'm doing my gap work.
Great looking work!

Wissing72

01-07-2014, 09:51 PM

Look what I found slumming around North East Eugene......

http://sieg.smugmug.com/photos/i-Kt3q8p6/0/XL/i-Kt3q8p6-XL.jpg

http://sieg.smugmug.com/photos/i-9JtQq8h/0/XL/i-9JtQq8h-XL.jpg

http://sieg.smugmug.com/photos/i-HvKtVCs/0/XL/i-HvKtVCs-XL.jpg

http://sieg.smugmug.com/photos/i-jCqDSFQ/0/XL/i-jCqDSFQ-XL.jpg

http://sieg.smugmug.com/photos/i-7NvGFBd/0/XL/i-7NvGFBd-XL.jpg
Yeah she gets around... Good girl.

I don't get it!! What'd ya find? A roll of green tape??
:lostmarbles: :BlahBlah: :rolleyes:

I do believe those Door Strikers are from Ring Brothers.:trophy-1302:

Nice looking work :thumbsup: Sorry I didn't get over to the shop to meet you in person............yet.Thanks!
:BlahBlah: Whats the hold up? I know, your wanting to catch her in the "redneck 2tone" Huh? LOL.
Seriously though, thanks for getting some photos I am going to add them to the file.:thumbsup:

Wissing72

01-10-2014, 07:30 AM

Now that we have set a deadline for the car, it seems as if things just try to come apart... Precision Classics sent off parts for plating, and go figure they come back looking like A$$! They got sent back for a re-do, so we will see. I hope I dont have to search out a different plating company but if I do anybody have one that can do a GREAT job? Prefer west coast, but will entertain shipping out somewhere.

Sieg

01-10-2014, 08:44 AM

Thanks!
:BlahBlah: Whats the hold up? I know, your wanting to catch her in the "redneck 2tone" Huh? LOL.
Seriously though, thanks for getting some photos I am going to add them to the file.:thumbsup:
You're welcome :thumbsup:

Bummer on the plating...........all too common issue in that biz.

GregWeld

01-10-2014, 08:49 AM

Sherms in Sacramento. Every great cars chrome is done there.

Wissing72

02-26-2014, 07:24 AM

Well the car is moving along. It is getting the interior done at this point. We have been struggling getting some of the parts in that are needed to finish the project.:drowninga: We had a couple of shows that we set a goal for and pre registered for. :confused18: :drowninga: Not sure if we will make the goals or not. Still seems like there is alot to do. Eron and the crew at Precision Classics are going to fight all the way to get it done thats for sure.
Here is a couple of photos of the interior panels, as it comes together I will post more.

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelledash1_zpsc86dc0ba.jpg
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelledoorpanels_zps0b6d093f.jpg

waynieZ

02-26-2014, 12:14 PM

Very Nice!

1965_SS

02-27-2014, 06:55 AM

Wow! Very nice build!

HEEP

02-27-2014, 08:05 AM

:drool:

Che70velle

02-27-2014, 05:32 PM

Very nice! I had my heart set on that dash...until they sent me pricing. Killer products, for sure. This car will be amazing!

Wissing72

02-28-2014, 07:17 AM

Very Nice!

Wow! Very nice build!

:drool:

Very nice! I had my heart set on that dash...until they sent me pricing. Killer products, for sure. This car will be amazing!

Thanks guys!! I really appreciate it. It has been a long road to get to this point, owning this car for over 2 decades and some of the memories etc. I always dreamed of getting it to this point. I never thought I would see it get it there. I am happy to have my family be a part of it. My boys are still young and don't get it totally yet. If it wasn't for Precision Classics doing this car I think they would be out of college by the time it was done.
When I used to drag race this car my Mom would watch every weekend and help out with e.t. for me and my friends. She always wanted to see the car done to this point. She passed away last year, and won't physically see it but I am sure she knows.
Enough history. Thanks.

One thing about the interior, I wanted to go a different route with this thing. Yes it is expensive, but I couldn't see doing custom seats, door panels etc and not do the dash. The package is not bad price wise if you consider what a full interior actually costs. Seats, carpet, headliner are still being done and we are making changes to what we have.
Ok now some photos.....

The headliner finished up by Jon Lind interiors(Precision Classics did the Aluminum inserts)
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelleheadliner_zps34fd7e2b.jpg

As quoted by Eron at Precision Classics, "nothing left untouched"
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelleshifter_zps3578949b.jpg

The Boze forged wheels showed up:
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellewheels_zpse3c18a54.jpg
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevellewheels1_zpsdcedb7d8.jpg

Ok back to your regularly scheduled program....

214Chevy

02-28-2014, 04:41 PM

Rear wheels looks mean. What are the dimensions?

Wissing72

03-02-2014, 07:23 AM

Rear wheels looks mean. What are the dimensions?:thumbsup:

Thanks Marcus, if I remember they are 20x13 in rear and 19x9 or 10" in front. We had some back and forth on dimensions and the scramble to get the car done I am slipping in the memory dept. LOL. The tires are 345rear and 275 in the front. You nailed it a while back when I asked you about wheels and tires and your comment about the price was "higher than a giraffe pu$$y" That still busts me up!!
:G-Dub: :G-Dub:

Wissing72

03-19-2014, 09:11 PM

Well we took the car to the Portland Roadster Show this last weekend. I finally got to see it completed!!:excited: :excited: It turned out pretty damn nice. The icing on the cake was we also took 1st place. I don't have a lot of detail pics yet, but will get some up when I get a chance.
The crew at Precision Classics and Collision definitely came through on this car.

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelleportland8_zpsc9bbcb82.jpg

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelleportland11_zps09938fa1.jpg

http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelleportland_zps70cd092f.jpg

Sieg

03-19-2014, 09:21 PM

Congrats Chris! :thumbsup:

FETorino

03-19-2014, 09:21 PM

:wow: congratulations Chris. I love that color. :cheers:

Ron in SoCal

03-19-2014, 09:28 PM

Homerun baby. Nice job Chris :cheers:

HEEP

03-20-2014, 01:45 AM

All I can say is

:king: :omg: :cheering: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:

tubbed69

03-20-2014, 04:03 AM

Congrats Chris,that is one super nice Chevelle:trophy-1302: :trophy-1302:

Che70velle

03-20-2014, 07:45 PM

Fabulous car! The color is stellar. Hope to see some outdoor pics, when you get a chance. Congrats on the awards!

214Chevy

03-20-2014, 07:49 PM

Turned out killer!! Can't wait to see more... :popcorn2: :popcorn2:

Wissing72

03-22-2014, 08:29 AM

:wow: congratulations Chris. I love that color. :cheers:

Homerun baby. Nice job Chris :cheers:

All I can say is

:king: :omg: :cheering: :clap: :clap::clap: :clap:

Congrats Chris,that is one super nice Chevelle:trophy-1302: :trophy-1302:

Fabulous car! The color is stellar. Hope to see some outdoor pics, when you get a chance. Congrats on the awards!

Turned out killer!! Can't wait to see more... :popcorn2: :popcorn2:

Thanks for the compliments guys!! The car far exceeded my expectations. I will get some more photos up when I get a chance, we are getting some more detail work done prepping for the next couple of shows. I will be worn out real soon with some of the miles I am covering and working that pesky "day job". It is all in fun and we enjoy it.

Here is another photo from Portland PDX site.
http://i594.photobucket.com/albums/tt22/rebeccamhull/chevelleportlandpdx_zps560799ba.jpg

Lenie

03-28-2014, 01:56 PM

Sieg

03-29-2014, 08:48 PM

Congratulations Chris! It was a real pleasure meeting you and the family today.

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Qdwns9x/0/X2/i-Qdwns9x-X2.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-G3WHNKz/0/XL/i-G3WHNKz-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-22fJvgm/0/XL/i-22fJvgm-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-gdzdZMx/0/XL/i-gdzdZMx-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-kRZnhNH/0/XL/i-kRZnhNH-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-2PnWh5m/0/XL/i-2PnWh5m-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Jgvwcdk/0/XL/i-Jgvwcdk-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-KR2G26b/0/XL/i-KR2G26b-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-GHBKBdP/0/XL/i-GHBKBdP-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-JMbz6SX/0/XL/i-JMbz6SX-XL.jpg

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-2KdCfcx/0/XL/i-2KdCfcx-XL.jpg

Che70velle

03-30-2014, 08:39 AM

Great pics Sieg, as usual. Thanks for posting.

FETorino

03-30-2014, 01:34 PM

Chris

:y0!: You should let all the CA crew know this car will be at GG in del Mar next weekend.

I'm sure I'm not the only guy who is looking forward to seeing the car and meeting up with you.:D

Wissing72

03-31-2014, 08:32 PM

Chris, good to meet you at the show. Your car was a beaut, very well built and all the custom touches were well executed. What shows are you planning to attend? Best of luck.

Lenie, thanks again. We had a great time, and are going to try to hit as many as we can. We just finished up in Eugene, and I am going to try to hit a couple of Good-Guys shows along with some other local shows.

Wissing72

03-31-2014, 08:39 PM

camcojb

03-31-2014, 08:46 PM

Congrats, that car turned out AWESOME!!!

Wissing72

03-31-2014, 08:47 PM

Chris

:y0!: You should let all the CA crew know this car will be at GG in del Mar next weekend.

I'm sure I'm not the only guy who is looking forward to seeing the car and meeting up with you.:D

You kind of just did.... :idea: LOL. But yeah it would be great to meet up with some of the crew during the show.

Sieg

03-31-2014, 08:55 PM

Scott, all I can say is WOW! The photo's are amazing! It was great meeting up with you this weekend. Had a fun running around and sharing stories. Will have to do it again soon. I will call you next time I am in town.Thank you, it was a real pleasure meeting you and the family. Congrat's on another win, it certainly won't be the last. :thumbsup:

Flash68

04-01-2014, 12:23 AM

Wow what a stunning car. Sieg's photo skillz help a little eh.

Congrats on the recognition. Looks well deserved.

214Chevy

04-01-2014, 02:54 AM

Chris, the car is beautiful....a job well done. You must be elated. One question, are the bumpers black or are they a darker green to match the paint? But, I also see some metallic in them. Just curious because I'm thinking of going all black on my bumpers.

Sieg

04-01-2014, 05:15 AM

214Chevy

04-01-2014, 06:51 AM

Bumpers match the stripe:

http://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-RLMJdwm/0/L/i-RLMJdwm-L.jpg

Yep, my stripes are black and so will my bumpers be too. I was just wondering what it would look like.

TheShopLLC.com

04-01-2014, 09:14 AM

Awesome Job You Guys!! Car Is Sweeeeeeeeettt

67zo6Camaro

04-01-2014, 11:49 PM

Wow great completion.

Nice pictures Scott.

Jay Hilliard

04-02-2014, 04:24 AM

Not sure how I missed this thread but just went through it. Great job and color/paint looks awesome. Congrats on the Best of Show as well.

FETorino

04-10-2014, 09:06 PM

Wow what a stunning car. Sieg's photo skillz help a little eh.

Congrats on the recognition. Looks well deserved.

I got a chance to see this car in person at Del Mar and the pictures don't do it justice.

Congratulations on making it out the other end with this one Chris.:thumbsup:

Wissing72

04-11-2014, 07:34 AM

Awesome Job You Guys!! Car Is Sweeeeeeeeettt
Thanks Clint!! You need to see this thing in person.

Not sure how I missed this thread but just went through it. Great job and color/paint looks awesome. Congrats on the Best of Show as well.
Sometimes it happens, glad you got a chance to check it out! We worked hard on the colors, Eron really nailed it with the tones and putting it all together. The Best of Show was a huge surprise, but perfect since it was in my old home town and where Precision Classics is located.

I got a chance to see this car in person at Del Mar and the pictures don't do it justice.

Congratulations on making it out the other end with this one Chris.:thumbsup:
Thanks Rob, it was great meeting up with you guys. I am glad you got out and checked the car out. I am glad to have it to this point now too. Way too many years thinking about it...