ALTER EGO ZR1 63 Split Window Corvette

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This will document the build of the 1963 corvette split window coupe restomod called ALTER EGO.
I have taken my ideas along with the classic lines of the original 63 corvette and have combine them into a unique restomod concept. Working with Mike Hacker of Outcast Precision Muscle Car we have refined those ideas into what we hope will be a one of a kind corvette. Mike will take our concept utilizing our combined ideas and build this one of a kind dream vette. (At times he will have to deal with me helping in the build!!) We will utilize Mike Stockdale's SRIII Motorsports frame with front and rear C6 Corvette suspension, Z06 brakes, coilovers and we will add Shaun Carter's SMC Performance LS9 built 700hp engine. All this will be done in Mike's home garage.
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This is a picture of how I purchased it from last owner.
Vette sat since 87.

[Rick D]

Sounds like a cool project! Keep the pictures coming!

[carbuff]

I love that body style... Looking forward to this build!

[rocketrod]

subscribed!

[waynieZ]

Welcome! Sweet project. It going to be fun to watch.

[214Chevy]

63 split window? :ohsnap: Nice find!! Will love to see this revived. Welcome to the forum.

[MX145]

63 split window? :ohsnap: Nice find!! Will love to see this revived. Welcome to the forum.

X2.....

[tubbed69]

That will be one fine car when finished,I bought 3 motors from Shaun@SMC Performance,he is very good with these LS motors.I plan on getting one of his LS9s in the future,love these cars done this way.

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[Rick D]

Nice rendering! That will look awesome, I love how stock it will look! :thumbsup:

[Semel1]

Nice rendering! That will look awesome, I love how stock it will look! :thumbsup:

That is the plan. To keep it looking close to stock with a few modern twist.

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Working on getting picture uploaded.
Need to re size several of them so I can post here.
Dave

[WSSix]

That is the plan. To keep it looking close to stock with a few modern twist.

That's how I like them as well. Good luck and welcome to the forum.

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This was day it came home

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Put on Torq Thrust wheels and new tires once I got the vette running after sitting since 1987

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original tires and wheels-rim bent and tires all dry.

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[FETorino]

Building that split window looks like too much work.

I'll do you a solid and come pick it up and get it out of your way.:D

[Semel1]

Building that split window looks like too much work.

I'll do you a solid and come pick it up and get it out of your way.:D

Thanks for the offer...but that is not going to happen:thumbsup:

[groovyjay]

Good luck with the project. I just picked up one myself and will start building it next winter... Keep us posted!

[Semel1]

Good luck with the project. I just picked up one myself and will start building it next winter... Keep us posted!

Thanks
I bet you can't wait to get working on it.
I didn't do much with mine for about a year except get it started and would drive it around the neighborhood every now and then.
Dave

[b757jetdr]

Hello,

Looks like its going to be a sick ride! That is my the best year corvette IMO!
Can't wait to see this come together!:popcorn2:

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This is when I got Vette running after sitting since 87.

http://youtu.be/zrFw123QrbQ

This is the 700hp LS9 built by Shaun Carter of SMC Performance. Picture during the tuning
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http://youtu.be/cimVoaY9HmM

[FETorino]

Is this what you wanted us to look at?:rolleyes:

:cheers:


cimVoaY9HmM

[Semel1]

Is this what you wanted us to look at?:rolleyes:

:cheers:


cimVoaY9HmM

Yes!
From old to new.

[FETorino]

Yes!
From old to new.

Here is Old I already fixed new above:lol: You sure you don't want me to just come and take it off your hands.:lol:

zrFw123QrbQ


How can I talk you into using the avatar below? My neck hurts from leaning to the left.:twak:

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll306/superjinca/858cfde8-9b3d-4108-ae3f-0b7d8ecae5db_zps1c64472c.jpg (http://s291.photobucket.com/user/superjinca/media/858cfde8-9b3d-4108-ae3f-0b7d8ecae5db_zps1c64472c.jpg.html)

:cheers:

[Semel1]

Here is Old I already fixed new above:lol: You sure you don't want me to just come and take it off your hands.:lol:

zrFw123QrbQ


How can I talk you into using the avatar below? My neck hurts from leaning to the left.:twak:

http://i291.photobucket.com/albums/ll306/superjinca/858cfde8-9b3d-4108-ae3f-0b7d8ecae5db_zps1c64472c.jpg (http://s291.photobucket.com/user/superjinca/media/858cfde8-9b3d-4108-ae3f-0b7d8ecae5db_zps1c64472c.jpg.html)

:cheers:

Just made the change.
Still not giving it up. Nice offer

[clill]

What is the advantage of the Edelbrock setup over the GM ?

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Lower clearance on edelbrock.
Parts are made by same for supercharger.
Price came out better than buying from GM.

[clill]

So is the long block LS9 ?

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So is the long block LS9 ?

That is correct.

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Complete supercharger to oil pan (true LS9) with Edelbrock E-Force (Eaton 2300 TVS Supercharger).
Upgrade: Clevite race series main and rod bearings, 10% Over-Drive Powerbond, SFI approved crank damper, AN adapter plate and fittings for oil sump to tank lines, 65 LB/Hr Bosch Injectors, C6 Corvette Front drive accessories (alternator, PS pump, bracket, tensioner, idler and fasteners), GM high Torque starter, SMC Performance custom stand alone engine controls (harness, programmed ECU with final dyno tune, GMPP MAF element, 2-02 sensors, fly by wire pedal assembly), inter cooler, heat exchanger, coolant pump, surge tank and associated hoses and hardware.test run and base line tune before Shaun shipped it.

I will be using Dewitt's LS radiator and dual fans with oil cooler in side tank

[Ron in SoCal]

Programming from Ecuador. Typo right? I'd love to laugh, but I might actually learn something here. :)

I love autocorrect too :warning:

Great project BTW :thumbsup:

[Semel1]

Programming from Ecuador. Typo right? I'd love to laugh, but I might actually learn something here. :)

I love autocorrect too :warning:

Great project BTW :thumbsup:

Love that autocorrect!!! Thanks
Dave

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Over to Mikes Home garage for the start
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taking off the trim
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rear trim and windows taken out
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previous work by someone
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checking all the door gaps etc
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not sure why cowl fiberglass was repaired by someone
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pulling interior to look at fiberglass
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looking at birdgage to make sure no rust
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need to line up hood. front end low
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[pw2006]

Congrats, you will have a blast driving it once it is complete! :cheers:

[Semel1]

Congrats, you will have a blast driving it once it is complete! :cheers:

Thanks
I saw the progress of yours on the corvette forum.
Love some of the ideas you put Into yours.
Love the color!

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[waynieZ]

Great job on the trim, Did you fine sand it first or did you do it all with the buffer? It came out really nice.

[Semel1]

Great job on the trim, Did you fine sand it first or did you do it all with the buffer? It came out really nice.
Depends on the piece and how bad it was to start out.
Front Bumpers had to send out to be chromed along with a trim piece around upper window for them to work on taking out the bends/dents and wave in it.

[GregWeld]

I hate those old crappy Corvettes......




Keep posting -- so far you're only doing the easy stuff!! HAHAHAHAHA






http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad33/gregweld/Corvette/file-3.jpg (http://s919.photobucket.com/user/gregweld/media/Corvette/file-3.jpg.html)

[GregWeld]

When I bought this one it had a whopping 26,000 miles -- it now has 34,000



L79 -- N14 car with power windows even!



http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad33/gregweld/Corvette/file-2.jpg (http://s919.photobucket.com/user/gregweld/media/Corvette/file-2.jpg.html)

[camcojb]

When I bought this one it had a whopping 26,000 miles -- it now has 34,000



L79 -- N14 car with power windows even!




Your daily post average is dropping like a rock. :lol: What have you been up to? :poke:

[Swain]

They had little 4 bangers back in the day I see...:)

I hate those old crappy Corvettes......




Keep posting -- so far you're only doing the easy stuff!! HAHAHAHAHA






http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad33/gregweld/Corvette/file-3.jpg (http://s919.photobucket.com/user/gregweld/media/Corvette/file-3.jpg.html)

[GregWeld]

Your daily post average is dropping like a rock. :lol: What have you been up to? :poke:



Sun Valley! With 8 to 10 guests... cooking, cleaning -- do it all again the next day....


Now back working on Pierre's '56... a few more wires... and toss the front clip back on and it's outta here too!!





They had little 4 bangers back in the day I see...:)



More like a one banger! Or did they call 'em "half pints"? :wacko:

[Semel1]

I hate those old crappy Corvettes......




Keep posting -- so far you're only doing the easy stuff!! HAHAHAHAHA






http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad33/gregweld/Corvette/file-3.jpg (http://s919.photobucket.com/user/gregweld/media/Corvette/file-3.jpg.html)

very nice. getting there

[Semel1]

When I bought this one it had a whopping 26,000 miles -- it now has 34,000



L79 -- N14 car with power windows even!



http://i919.photobucket.com/albums/ad33/gregweld/Corvette/file-2.jpg (http://s919.photobucket.com/user/gregweld/media/Corvette/file-2.jpg.html)

sweet ride

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Found out that the entire right rear was hit and fiberglass repaired previously. Vette must have been hit hard from door back on that side. Repairs look good but will grind out and make sure so that no issues show up after paint and we say we should have done it. At least this way we know it is done right.

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SRIII is building the custom frame.
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Will powder coat frame black.

[waynieZ]

Nice looking frame.

[Semel1]

Nice looking frame.

Thanks for the comment.
Mike Stockdale of SRIII Motorsports does an amazing job with custom frames.
I met with him in New Lenox IL to discuss what I was building and this is what he came up with. It will accept all c6 corvette suspension, coil overs on all four corners and I will be adding the corvette Z06 brakes and rotors.
That should be able to stop that LS9!!
We will add the currie rear and 3.55 gear and add ss700 transmission. :G-Dub:

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Will have the logos of ALTER EGO(center of speedo) and Outcast Precision Muscle Car(center of tach)
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Here is the clock complete
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Original 63 seats
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2011 Grand Sport Corvette Powers driver and passenger seat
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Getting them mocked up
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wire harness made to still be able to use powers seats/lumbar etc.
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[groovyjay]

I like what I see. :)

Are you going to be selling the old seats?

[Semel1]

I like what I see. :)

Are you going to be selling the old seats?

The plan is to sell parts to offset cost. Some parts like seats are already spoken for.
Dave

[bonecrrusher]

I would go with the 2012 seats - they are 1000x better.

Trust me I did the conversion on my '05.

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Viking performance double adjustable coil over shocks
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Z06 corvette brakes, C4 power steering
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custom designed gauges that I came up

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Camphor Burl wood added to gauge cluster and glove box by Main Street Customs
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[fleetus macmullitz]

Thanks for the comment.
Mike Stockdale of SRIII Motorsports does an amazing job with custom frames.
I met with him in New Lenox IL to discuss what I was building and this is what he came up with. It will accept all c6 corvette suspension, coil overs on all four corners and I will be adding the corvette Z06 brakes and rotors.
That should be able to stop that LS9!!
We will add the currie rear and 3.55 gear and add ss700 transmission. :G-Dub:


Always like Mike Stockdale's work. :thumbsup:

Where are you at as far as the SS700?

[Semel1]

Always like Mike Stockdale's work. :thumbsup:

Where are you at as far as the SS700?

Last date I had for ss700 was 8/2/13. This week I sent them an e mail and they said that they referred my e mail to business manager. They will get back to me later this week. I have not heard anything yet

[WSSix]

I like what you're doing so far. :thumbsup:

[Semel1]

I would go with the 2012 seats - they are 1000x better.

Trust me I did the conversion on my '05.

Thanks for the suggestion

[Semel1]

I like what you're doing so far. :thumbsup:

Thanks
Dave

[waynieZ]

The dash and glove box door look awesome! beautiful project.

[Semel1]

The dash and glove box door look awesome! beautiful project.

Thanks. I think they came out looking good. I think they will look great with the interior.

I am sure the corvette (purist) will have a different opinion.
Dave

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Headlight motors

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[fleetus macmullitz]

Nice steady progress Dave. :thumbsup:

[Semel1]

Nice steady progress Dave. :thumbsup:

Thanks
It is getting there

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windows and window trim
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will look at new smoke glass

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Floor/wheel wells cut out so that c6 suspension will fit

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wheel wells being replaced
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new fiberglass floor
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Fiberglass wheel wells/floor
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jig fabrication to keep from getting body flex during body lift from original 63 corvette frame
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Body lift sometime this week

[groovyjay]

Very inspirational stuff! :cheers:

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SRIII frame and c6 corvette suspension, Custom gas tank, removable crossmember
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Ls9 on engine hoist in background
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Ls9 added to SRIII frame
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Will add Transmission this week-
had to cancel Keisler SS700 since no one can tell me a definite ship time. Will be using the Hurst TKO600
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Currie rear 3.55
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Custom gas tank
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C4 corvette power steering
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[fleetus macmullitz]

Some serious project hardware there Dave... congrats. :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Nice looking package.

[Semel1]

Some serious project hardware there Dave... congrats. :thumbsup:

Thanks

[Semel1]

Nice looking package.

It is starting to come together

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cutting the rear of the floor so that c6 suspension etc fits
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getting idea for placement of fiberglas tubs
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getting idea for new fiberglass floor placement
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making brackets to go in door jambs to keep body from flexing and will provide additional lift points for when moving body off old chassis to new
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tko 600 transmission Hurst driveline direct fit for corvette with Hurst sidewinder II side mount shifter. Flywheel bolt kit for LS9 (9 bolt). Quicktime SFI TKO scatter shield , McLeod RST Twin Disc Clutch-700HP +
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custom bracket made for attachment of AC compressor so that it can be placed in stock location for better look.
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starter put in place
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stainless works headers
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Side exhaust put into place. Fabricating custom brackets to hold side exhaust
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power steering braided lines
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Gas lines brake line
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e brake lines ran with custom setup
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gas lines from tank
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custom driveshaft from inland empire- chrome molly
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driveshaft installed
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beginning of fabrication of radiator support
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brackets fabricated to attach radiator support
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body off old chassis on dolly
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cut to fiberglass to get body to fit new chassis-rough cuts for now
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[tubbed69]

I was just thinking about this building the other day,nice updates.

[andreb]

This is a great build. Can't wait to see more! :computer:

[fleetus macmullitz]

This is a great build. Can't wait to see more! :computer:

X2. :thumbsup:

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original 63 shift console and fabricated one
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burlwood added with laser cut 5spd shift patten
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fabrication of radiator support
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brackets fabricated for side exhaust attachment
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Stainless works headers
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Tko 600
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old chassis
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new chassis
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Thanks for the comments and interest in this project.
Dave

[214Chevy]

Sweet chassis bro!! :flashie:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Sweet chassis bro!! :flashie:

Yeah...slight upgrade, huh?

:D

[FLYNAVY53]

Wow...nice project! Are those Stainless Works side pipes available, or was that a one off piece? Will they work with the factory frame?

[Restovette63]

Nice work Dave! Brings back memories of my build. Mike at SRIII does excellent work. The side pipes are nice too, I thought long and hard about going that route, but stuck with rear exit.

Who did the gas tank for you? I need to upgrade mine as I get fuel starvation from slosh below half a tank or less when cornering hard.

Cheers,

Jim

[Semel1]

Wow...nice project! Are those Stainless Works side pipes available, or was that a one off piece? Will they work with the factory frame?

They are available. When I had SRIII make frame I had him modify so that we could use side exhaust.

http://www.stainlessworks.net/1963-82-1-7-8-ls1-side-exhaust-headers.html

Not sure if they will clear stock frame.

[Semel1]

Nice work Dave! Brings back memories of my build. Mike at SRIII does excellent work. The side pipes are nice too, I thought long and hard about going that route, but stuck with rear exit.

Who did the gas tank for you? I need to upgrade mine as I get fuel starvation from slosh below half a tank or less when cornering hard.

Cheers,

Jim

Talk to Mike Stockdale about the gas tank.
We will have to see how it all works out.

[Semel1]

Nice work Dave! Brings back memories of my build. Mike at SRIII does excellent work. The side pipes are nice too, I thought long and hard about going that route, but stuck with rear exit.

Who did the gas tank for you? I need to upgrade mine as I get fuel starvation from slosh below half a tank or less when cornering hard.

Cheers,

Jim

Jim. Had a chance to look at your build. Very nice!!!

[Semel1]

Sweet chassis bro!! :flashie:

Thanks.

[Semel1]

Yeah...slight upgrade, huh?

:D

Just a slight improvement in 50 plus yrs!!

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Well it has been some time since I was able to make a post. Some metal work was needed in the birdcage on the passenger side, which slowed things up. Mike Hacker at Outcast Precision Muscle Car did a fantastic job.

Original piece in rear fender well
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Fiberglass extension pieces
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Mike repaired the lower section of the birdcage and added the fiberglass over the top
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Original rotted piece against rear
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Didnt have access to lift, so a jig was made that fit thru metal attachments made for door opening and utilized 2 engine host to lower body on new chassis
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[fleetus macmullitz]

Nice work. :thumbsup:

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Cuts to rear floor in order to get chassis to fit to body. Wheel wells already in place
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After making somemore cuts to the floor area body is sitting correctly
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Added the SS Ididit steering column and Vintage A/C system
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Dewitt LS conversion radiator
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appologize for the pictures being turned sideways.
When I put them in the are correct but when i post they are sideways.
Cant figure out how to turn them the correct way.
Dave

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[andreb]

That is looking great!

[waynieZ]

That is looking great!


X2! Sweet !

[Semel1]

Nice work. :thumbsup:

Thank you

[Semel1]

That is looking great!

Thank you for checking it out
Dave

[Semel1]

X2! Sweet !

Thank you
It is slowly coming together

[WSSix]

There's nothing wrong with slowly but surely. It's looking good. Keep it up.

[Yelcamino]

I just happened across your build and it looks awesome! :thumbsup: I love C2 and C3 Vettes!

[Semel1]

There's nothing wrong with slowly but surely. It's looking good. Keep it up.

So true. As long as it keeps moving forward.

[Semel1]

I just happened across your build and it looks awesome! :thumbsup: I love C2 and C3 Vettes!

Thank you.

[Damn True]

Bold statement on the front wheels.

Seriously, good stuff man. Keep it up. I dig that generation of Vette.

[Semel1]

Bold statement on the front wheels.

Seriously, good stuff man. Keep it up. I dig that generation of Vette.

Yeah. Not sure how those will hold up!!
Thanks for following
Dave.

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Electric power brake and steering
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AC componets
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vintage air AC
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Blower motor
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Plumbing the supercharger
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Electric motor for electric power brake placed out of site under fender, below that is custom made ss platform for battery
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3gal Peterson dry sump oil tank
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fiberglass for floor
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Working the door gaps
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new windshield wiper motor by Detroit Speed
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everything set for steering-everything cleared with no problem- sometimes lucky is better than being good
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custom fabricated bracket for gas pedal
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Canton supercoiler overflow container
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[bonecrrusher]

Any more pics of the rack?

That looks like a standard LS2/3 power steering pump there....

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Any more pics of the rack?

That looks like a standard LS2/3 power steering pump there....

It is using C6 Corvette Front drive accessories (alternator, PS pump, bracket, tensioner, idler and fasteners)

I will look for some other photos and post if I have.

[gmc]

Any updates?

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So it has been some time since my last post.
I will be adding more pictures of the build shortly.