1967 Chevelle "Project ''Pay the Man''

[1transam]

Well I finally have done it, I've decided to let a shop build me a classic. This is much different then anything I've ever done. But I like the idea of think it up and "Pay the Man" Approach. Enough talking on with the build!

Vince With "'Mean Street performance" will be building this beast!


1967 Chevelle

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Playing with some wheels and trying to get the ride height set. We also took the Qtr panel and stretched it too fit 325 wheels!

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[1transam]

Time to find the rust!
O there it is all over the dang place!!!!! O well new sheet metal it is.............


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The Frame has been sent off to powered coating and have everything replaced!

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/DSC_0755_zps4e4500de.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/DSC_0755_zps4e4500de.jpg.html)


On two the body work:
Problem:
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Fixed:
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/psroofsupport011_zps5de19a03.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/psroofsupport011_zps5de19a03.jpg.html)

Problem:
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/quarterrail001_zpsf1ec0ab9.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/quarterrail001_zpsf1ec0ab9.jpg.html)

Fixed:
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[1transam]

Powertrain for this beast!

Ls2 with around 60K

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/moarpics054_zps9f368619.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/moarpics054_zps9f368619.jpg.html)


I also bought the Gto seats. My plan is to have my interior guy remove the headrest and do some mods to make the seats fit the way I like!

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/moarpics003_zps903d599e.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/moarpics003_zps903d599e.jpg.html)

I also picked up some brakes for the chevelle.....
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/moarpics024_zps5f62e74e.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/moarpics024_zps5f62e74e.jpg.html)

Every Build has to have that one car that pushes you to build something bad!

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/driprail2_zps11dd0483.png (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/driprail2_zps11dd0483.png.html)

For me this is that car!!!!

[1transam]

Project space

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Project space

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update space

[FLYNAVY53]

sweet build!

[camcojb]

You're in very good hands. :thumbsup:

[Zoomin]

325 wheels translates to what - 12"?

Are you going to tub it also?

I can see why the black Chevelle inspired you, it looks mean as hell.

[lilcraigford]

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/moarpics054_zps9f368619.jpg

Pardon me for picture quoting, wanted to ask about the Beetle; '65-'66? My dad has a '60 Cal-Looker and I am an aircooled guy at heart.

[1transam]

sweet build!

You're in very good hands. :thumbsup:

325 wheels translates to what - 12"?

Are you going to tub it also?

I can see why the black Chevelle inspired you, it looks mean as hell.

12" wide correct, now to find the right set of wheels...... yeah that black chevelle is SIC!

[1transam]

Pardon me for picture quoting, wanted to ask about the Beetle; '65-'66? My dad has a '60 Cal-Looker and I am an aircooled guy at heart.

Yeah its not my shop, i just stopped by to pick up the motor!

[dstryr]

LOL 2 chevelles in the shop now...vince has got some work cut out for him

[Vince@Meanstreets]

LOL 2 chevelles in the shop now...vince has got some work cut out for him. Technically this one was here for a bit . It's one of the Meanstreets Performance adopt-a-project program cars.
:)
Well it's a nice change from Camaros and Camaros.

[Rod P]

Well it's a nice change from Camaros and Camaros.

hey come here I will straighten you out :hitaxeonthehead: :catfight: :smiley_smack:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Haaaa, and I was hopin the Firebird would shake things up again. Good to see you today!!


Some boring metal work....rust repair and treating.

Lower cowl tulip was badly rusted. I trimmed out as much as the rust that I could then reconstructed the missing parts with cold rolled 16 ga.

Before the outer cowl section gets welded in I coated the exposed metal in the lower area with POR15 and weld through primer at the weld areas.

[Yelcamino]

Nice work! Looks like you guys are building a solid foundation for a bad azz Chevelle!

[1transam]

In with the new.... H.I.D headlights

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/hidlights_zps4d9a5505.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/hidlights_zps4d9a5505.jpg.html)

In with the new LED Tail lights.......

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In with the new VHX dakota digital dash

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[tubbed69]

Vince will build you a killer Chevelle:G-Dub:

[1transam]

In with the new...... American auto wire

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/wiringchevelle67_zps5ebb3ae2.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/wiringchevelle67_zps5ebb3ae2.jpg.html)

[1transam]

I got my Griffin setup in the mail today. This Project should pick up steam as i am now at the front of the shop :)


Griffin setup with spal fans

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[1transam]

The work continues......

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[ArisESQ]

Vince does great work!

I see my car hiding in the background in that last pic :hello:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

I got my Griffin setup in the mail today. This Project should pick up steam as i am now at the front of the shop :)




I wouldn't quite say front of the shop...I say you were in the top of the starting grid. :underchair:

tulip rust damage repair.

made two filller pieces from 18 ga, bend here, trim here, cut there then welded in,primed and ready for black base paint then seam sealer.

[n77nxc]

Nice work Vince!

[1transam]

I wouldn't quite say front of the shop...I say you were in the top of the starting grid. :underchair:

tulip rust damage repair.

made two filller pieces from 18 ga, bend here, trim here, cut there then welded in,primed and ready for black base paint then seam sealer.


Hey anything beats the last 90 days in the parking lot trying to get in..................... :getout:

[Zoomin]

Looking forward to seeing the quarter panel stretch. Cool project!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Looking forward to seeing the quarter panel stretch. Cool project!

MEEEE TOOOOO !!!!!!! :thumbsup:

Show of hands who else wants to see the bulge(s)!!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Nice work Vince!

thank you jason

[CURVES]

MEEEE TOOOOO !!!!!!! :thumbsup:

Show of hands who else wants to see the bulge(s)!!

:y0!:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

..maybe this will spark some interest....

[n77nxc]

Looking forward to the progression.

[1transam]

..maybe this will spark some interest....

315 or 335 rear??????????

[fleetus macmullitz]

..maybe this will spark some interest....

IMHO it does Sparky.


:thankyou:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

315 or 335 rear??????????

haa that was actually a 345/19 on that car

[Vince@Meanstreets]

rust repair continues...front dash filler replacement.

Cowl panel installed during process to ensure proper location.

[1transam]

Thanks for the update pics Vince!

I ordered a few more parts today :G-Dub:

[waynieZ]

Looking great nice work!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

thanks guys....one of the reasons why this project sat idle for so long... the package tray damage. As soon as I sold the car...it was released by AMD. My luck.

Before and cut out and trial fit. fits pretty good.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

now that the center is where it needs to be its on to the sides. Starting with the tubs and quarter panel fitting.

The outer wheel houses and trunk filler were pushed out from stock. 1 3/4" at its widest spot. Then I will modify the quarter panel to fit. Here you can see how much more room it opened up.
I decided not to flare the rocker. I think it will be enough to fit the 315 easily.

[1transam]

:ohsnap: , its coming along. cant wait to see the passenger Qtr panel mocked up and closed off..... :ups: Should be bring the rear wheels any day now....

[Vince@Meanstreets]

:ohsnap: , its coming along. cant wait to see the passenger Qtr panel mocked up and closed off..... :ups: Should be bring the rear wheels any day now....

Perfect, Ill have both quarters up by this coming weekend.

Welding up the doors and started the firewall work saturday. Then I'll get to welding up the fenders.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Start of the firewall and under dash layout

[1transam]

Nice did the vintage air start arriving yet?

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Nice did the vintage air start arriving yet?

small stuff should be there Weds and the evap kit shipping direct from VA....no track yet.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Finally have the inner wheel houses modified and fit. Both quarters are inplace and almost ready for final welding.

The wheels and tires came in and we test fit the rears after we assembled the 2001 Camaro rear discs.

Customer decided on running a smaller wheel package to start with. Keeping a budget to finish the build is hard to contain but necessary. Budget would not allow the 18x12's but the room is there if needed later down the road.

18x10 American racing TTII's with 285's are adjusted to hug the quarter. 1/2" outer and 3" inner clearence.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Rust repairs and holes filled in the drivers door. Fender fit for some rust patch work.

[WSSix]

Nice work, Vince.

[fleetus macmullitz]

http://i87.photobucket.com/albums/k156/wnyjazz/1%20Superleggera%2055%20Chevy/imagejpg1_zps392f8f94.jpg (http://s87.photobucket.com/user/wnyjazz/media/1%20Superleggera%2055%20Chevy/imagejpg1_zps392f8f94.jpg.html)


Even the much hyped ^^^^^^^ can't keep pace with the inVincinator. :thumbsup:


Skip

[Ron in SoCal]

in-Vince-able?

[Vince@Meanstreets]

thanks guys,

its been a long week and its only Wednesday. Have an issue with the passenger side door. It never fit right from the factory. Perfect gap to the rear jam, perfect gap at the rocker and perfect line up on top, nice and level but yet the front gap to the fender is at an angle. It has to be the skin, but I can finagle with some cutting, grinding, welding then more grinding.


Saturday nights and Sundays are my recharge days....unless im working on an Orange Camaro.


Prepping for the roof!

[dstryr]

I think if you throw my wheels on his for a mock up and send him the pic he will change his mind.....LOL:innocent:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

I think if you throw my wheels on his for a mock up and send him the pic he will change his mind.....LOL:innocent:

haaaa mind but not the wallet. :underchair:

[1transam]

Man Vince you are on your way to a bonus!!!! Car is coming along quick!!!!!!!

[1transam]

haaaa mind but not the wallet. :underchair:

Hehehehehe, My mind has been made up. wallet, not so much LOL!
:G-Dub: :badidea: :drowninga:

[1transam]

I think if you throw my wheels on his for a mock up and send him the pic he will change his mind.....LOL:innocent:

Your wheels are killer by the way!!!!

[dstryr]

Let me know when you are ready :). I'll hook you up with a set.
:innocent:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Spent most of the day getting the roof to sit nice. The joy's of aftermarket sheet metal.

The only tough spot is going to be the drivers corner. But should be ok since we will be shaving the drip rail and mould in the a-piller panels to the roof.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Since I had the roof on I thought i'd at least drop the hood on to, just to make it complete.

Don't get too excited...once the car gets checked for square I pop in about a hundred cleckos, a few under panels get tacked on, the whole thing comes apart and then welded in reverse.

[waynieZ]

Very Nice!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Before I tore the car apart I took notes of funky factory fitment and measurments to ensure the car goes together close to what it started with. But in this case, much better. We know the glass, hood, trunk and doors fit so we are pretty close. This was almost 4 years ago.

So with all of the metal on the car and squared we can start solidifying the foundation.
1st step....trunk drop offs and then rear outer wheel houses. Once these are welded we will reassemble the car again to double check fitment.

You can see how much we are extending outer wheel houses to bulge the quarter panel out.

[Track Junky]

Looking good Vince. :thumbsup:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

thanks bub...i didnt realize the picture was so dark.

[zbugger]

Show of hands who else wants to see the bulge(s)!!

Please no!!!!!:disgusted: :underchair:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

haaaa haaa you sucker.... can you spot the differences? Believe it or not, it will fit a 335 on 12's no problem.

The wheels and tires came in so we decided to do a full mock up and push it outside to take a look from a distance.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Nice work on dat Shivy. :thumbsup:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

metal work continues....

quarters are on and welding up all the seams. thanks chris!!!!

[1transam]

No, thank you, :) lol


Coming along can't wait to check it out
Monday!!!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

well then i'll let you sleep good with this in mind....sounds like Fallujah over here.

[1transam]

Allllllll smiles :)

[Flash68]

Looks killer Vince. Really dig the 66-67 body style. Miss my 66 often.

[kwhizz]

well then i'll let you sleep good with this in mind....sounds like Fallujah over here.

Hint........Hint..........Get the front suspension and steering linkage in place before final engine mounting............

Ask me how I know......

Ken

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Hint........Hint..........Get the front suspension and steering linkage in place before final engine mounting............

Ask me how I know......

Ken

yep, frames getting pulled again then assembled with the engine out and body off. needs some tunnel and firewall work. 1 of 4 mock up's.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Looks killer Vince. Really dig the 66-67 body style. Miss my 66 often.

thanks d, even more than your 68? :slingshot:

[out2kayak]

In with the new.... H.I.D headlights

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/hidlights_zps4d9a5505.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/hidlights_zps4d9a5505.jpg.html)

Where did you find the 5.25 HID lights?

[1transam]

Where did you find the 5.25 HID lights?

the company is Streetrod shop, www.streetrodshop.com

[out2kayak]

the company is Streetrod shop, www.streetrodshop.com

Thanks!

[1transam]

Updates? :)

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Updates? :)

....just a bunch of boring metal work.

I had to rework the trans tunnel a bit to get the engine to sit right. That changed a few things on the firewall. You can only hammer form so much.

[1transam]

We decided to Seal all body seams.........
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/oldstuff041_zpsae3b9236.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/oldstuff041_zpsae3b9236.jpg.html)

Dynomat, but of course will be all through the car. We added it to the QTR panels before they were installed.
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/oldstuff028_zps211983e1.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/oldstuff028_zps211983e1.jpg.html)

Keyless ignition system.....This thing is SICK!
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Push button start
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Key Fob
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[1transam]

C6 Booster and GTO pedal ready:

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Test fitting the Engine & Doug's headers seem to be the winner......

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[Rick D]

Looking great!! You guys are doing a great job!!

[1transam]

She's going back together super excited....

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20Chevelle%20build/oldstuff005_zps57a3a14e.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20Chevelle%20build/oldstuff005_zps57a3a14e.jpg.html)

Routing of stainless steel lines
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No brakes just test fitting the wheel with the spacer...
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[waynieZ]

Looking Good!

[1transam]

More work...

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/oldstuff027_zps5c2b1443.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/oldstuff027_zps5c2b1443.jpg.html)

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[1transam]

moar updates...

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http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/chevelle_zpsdb4d80c1.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/chevelle_zpsdb4d80c1.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/chevellerear_zpsfdcbf01e.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/chevellerear_zpsfdcbf01e.jpg.html)

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[tubbed69]

Your frame and engine look great,very nice work:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[1transam]

Thanks it's come a long way, vince is the man!

[1transam]

Wiring tucked so neat and clean........

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/oldstuff044_zps43e4a813.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/oldstuff044_zps43e4a813.jpg.html)

Coil pack hiding behind the drivers head

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[WSSix]

Looking good. I like the orange for the engine.

[Track Junky]

Looks great guys. Keep plugging. :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Nice job its looking great.

[1transam]

Looking good. I like the orange for the engine.

Thanks, it's funny because I really didn't want the orange. But now that it's done I love it....

Looks great guys. Keep plugging. :thumbsup:

Nice job its looking great.


Thanks for the encouragement guys, were :gitrdun: !

[NOPANTS68]

Looks super sano! Awesome job.

[Lopeycam]

Looking good makes me want to rescue the Chevelle out of my friends dad's field.

[1transam]

BODY TIME, SEM undercoating is a really nice product and leaves a great finish.....

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/oldstuff035_zpsd2fcdfd8.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/oldstuff035_zpsd2fcdfd8.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/oldstuff036_zpsb46703dd.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/oldstuff036_zpsb46703dd.jpg.html)

[Spiffav8]

:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Looks great!!

[GregWeld]

Next thing you know... video of the first drive!

I like the theme with the Chevy orange paint and simple black accessories. Sleeper time!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

body is mated again for the second to last time....

[Spiffav8]

Nice to see it coming together.

[1transam]

Looks super sano! Awesome job.

Looking good makes me want to rescue the Chevelle out of my friends dad's field.

:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

Looks great!!

Yes do it, save a Chevelle lol! Thanks everyone.

Next thing you know... video of the first drive!

I like the theme with the Chevy orange paint and simple black accessories. Sleeper time!

Nice to see it coming together.

That will be the day!!!!!!! Excited just thinking about it! Thanks guys!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

We put the fenders and inner wells so we can plumb the brakes and start mocking in the wiring. After pulling the fender and inner fender about 6 times its almost second nature. :bang:

[Rick D]

Nice job, what color is this going to be??

[1transam]

Ummm white, black and silver lol


That's why it's not painted lol

[Vince@Meanstreets]

well....I think we kinda have an idea what it would look like in silver.

But silver and black in the bay area might get you some unwanted attention. :waveflag:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

under (where a hood should be) work continues...and under dash.....and suspension work still going on.

fuel tank in and plumbing is buttoned up....

brake lines are fitted......

radiator mounted and air intake system going together.

Chris wanted a set up that matched the intake. The Airaid u-build it intake tube is a perfect match.

[GregWeld]

Turning out great Vince!


I like the orange and black sleeper look.

[Spiffav8]

Nice!! Lot of work to get it all to look and run right!!

:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

[Stovebolter]

Love it!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

thanks guys....you should see the interior plans!!

pulled it outside today for some motivation

[Vince@Meanstreets]

changed the look of the wheels too....plasti dip to see if the customer likes it before powdercoating.

[Rick D]

Looks great buddy!! But why are you working on a Sunday?? :poke: go watch some football!!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Nice!! Lot of work to get it all to look and run right!!

:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

My goal is to have everything look like it belongs there, factory-ish and to blend in if not disappear.

[Spiffav8]

My goal is to have everything look like it belongs there, factory-ish and to blend in if not disappear.

Not easy to do! Worth the time though.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Looks great buddy!! But why are you working on a Sunday?? :poke: go watch some football!!

Small business owner one man op, Sunday just means I can go home early. : )

Had a bunch of orders to fill and box up so I can drop off on the way in on Monday. Plus get my paper work together for the end of the quarter.

[Rick D]

Small business owner one man op, Sunday just means I can go home early. : )

Had a bunch of orders to fill and box up so I can drop off on the way in on Monday. Plus get my paper work together for the end of the quarter.

Ok gotcha!! Been there done that, may be soon again :thumbsup: :G-Dub:

[WSSix]

Looking good, Vince! The black centers on the rims look good but I guess it will also depend on what color is finally decided for the body of the car.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Always bet on black!!!!

Black exterior, red interior with black accents

[WSSix]

Good color combination. :thumbsup:

[1transam]

Doing some more mock up work to see what will work in the interior....

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/oldstuff021_zps0b6be08d.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/oldstuff021_zps0b6be08d.jpg.html)

More test fitting of the front grill....
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/oldstuff017_zps8456931e.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/oldstuff017_zps8456931e.jpg.html)

Working on a close out for the air filter
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/oldstuff010_zps6262a3c8.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/oldstuff010_zps6262a3c8.jpg.html)

[Track Junky]

Was lucky enough to get some time to pay Vince a visit last week. Car has come a long way and is looking great. Love the center console,

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Now to start tuckin the exhaust.

We are using the stock crossmember but we pushed the engine back so now the long tubes are pretty close to it. We used a few sectioned bends to get around it.

The header extension section will be band clamped into a stainless x-pipe system by Magnaflow.

Once we adjust the forward pipes we can center the X pipe, the set the mufflers.

[Rick D]

Looks great Vince!! 3 inch all the way back?

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Looks great Vince!! 3 inch all the way back?

Not this time. We went with a 2 1/2" stainless kit from Magnaflow. Stock LS2 won't need much.



mufflers set and tail pipes being positioned.

[WSSix]

Looks good!

[waynieZ]

Vince, how do you like the Holley oil pan fit? and what seats are going in there?
Awesome job your doing.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Looks good!


thanks Trey!!!
Vince, how do you like the Holley oil pan fit? and what seats are going in there?
Awesome job your doing.

thank you Wayne....The latest version fits much better. The front section is flat. The older version had a hump to it which made fitment height higher than need be.

plus it fits nice and tight.

[1transam]

Vince, how do you like the Holley oil pan fit? and what seats are going in there?
Awesome job your doing.

They also lowerd the price on the new holley pan.


Seats are from an 2006 GTO!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

With the mounts modified to sit flat. Exhaust is done up to the forward tail pipes. We'll set the rear tail pipes as soon as its running and the bumpers on.

[69x22]

Nice build, you guys do excellent work. I probably speak for a lot of people when I say "I hate rust".

[Vince@Meanstreets]

thank you sir!!


Yes, rust is a must to stop. :welder:

[spec134]

Great build. Hopefully will get to see this car on the road soon since I too am in the Bay Area.

What Airaid u-build did you use? I don't really like the Spectre CAI so will probably go with this instead.

Also I noticed you used the Dirty Dingo alt/ps bracket, but did you use the stock ps pulley? How is the fittment? I'm just curious because I have the very same bracket but have not gotten to that point yet.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Great build. Hopefully will get to see this car on the road soon since I too am in the Bay Area.

What Airaid u-build did you use? I don't really like the Spectre CAI so will probably go with this instead.

Also I noticed you used the Dirty Dingo alt/ps bracket, but did you use the stock ps pulley? How is the fittment? I'm just curious because I have the very same bracket but have not gotten to that point yet.

Hi Spec,

Cool, good to see locals on the forums.

We used the Airaid multi bend tube and made everything else from off the shelf parts.

The DD bracket is OK...the PS pump could have been clocked a little different to work better. Stock pulley from the GTO LS2.

[1transam]

Bump. Lol!:gitrdun:

[Vince@Meanstreets]

I know, I got so many damn pictures I don't know where to start....

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Bump. Lol!:gitrdun:

So we:
Located the controllers
made mounting brackets and tabs
modified the seats and made floor mounts
made brackets for the shifter linkage and cable
finished up the sheetmetal work on the floor
primed and painted the foor and now getting through the dynamating
still working on the center console mounting brackets

[1transam]

Closed up the ash tray and a/c controls

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/chevelledash_zps06930212.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/chevelledash_zps06930212.jpg.html)

Lots of test fitting going on, Its progressing well though.

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/chevelleinteriortestfit_zpsefc772c0.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/chevelleinteriortestfit_zpsefc772c0.jpg.html)

[randy]

what steering wheel is that and size?

[1transam]

what steering wheel is that and size?

The complete setup came from Ididit, it's a 13.75 inch wheel.

[31069ss]

who makes the HID's you put in the chevelle ?

[waynieZ]

Damn I need that console in my car. Very nice work!

[pro66tour]

Damn I need that console in my car. Very nice work!

Agreed, that looks slick!

[Vince@Meanstreets]

335/30/18's anyone??? :confused59: :G-Dub:

[fleetus macmullitz]

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

"She's a full figured gal!"


:D

[zbugger]

335/30/18's anyone??? :confused59: :G-Dub:

It's not gonna fit.....

[WSSix]

I'm down for having some of that!

[1transam]

It's not gonna fit.....

Haters gonna hate LOL!!!!!:bigun2:

[1transam]

Progress continues on the chevelle:

Some custom dash work being done

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/040_zpsiu1xud7q.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/040_zpsiu1xud7q.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/chevelleinteriortestfit_zpsefc772c0.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/chevelleinteriortestfit_zpsefc772c0.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/pics%20029_zpsakttpcva.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/pics%20029_zpsakttpcva.jpg.html)

The Wiring going on behind the dash.....

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/pics%20012_zpsw8urq2dx.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/pics%20012_zpsw8urq2dx.jpg.html)

[1transam]

Modded the tail lights below:Before

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/pics%20037_zpsweea4is9.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/pics%20037_zpsweea4is9.jpg.html)

After:

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/pics%20064_zpssetnoj9u.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/pics%20064_zpssetnoj9u.jpg.html)

[Vince@Meanstreets]

lets see the custom tailpipes!!!!:sarcasm_smiley:

[Justin@EntropyRad]

Nice build

[1transam]

lets see the custom tailpipes!!!!:sarcasm_smiley:



@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@@ your request..... :tv_happy:

[1transam]

SOOOOOOOOOOOO i had this crazy idea :lostmarbles: ..... Thoughts?

These tips

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/exhuast2_zpsuvxb39ch.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/exhuast2_zpsuvxb39ch.jpg.html)

Flush Mounted here into the bumper.........





Should i do it????????????

[Vince@Meanstreets]

photochop

[rickpaw]

I'd leave the bumper as is. In cars with lower valance below rear bumper, such as F-body, the exhaust tips look great flush with the valance. With the tips part of the bumper, it just look odd.

Just my opinion though.

[GregWeld]

What Rickpaw said. Sometimes less is more.

[n77nxc]

I'd leave the bumper as is. In cars with lower valance below rear bumper, such as F-body, the exhaust tips look great flush with the valance. With the tips part of the bumper, it just look odd.

Just my opinion though.

What Rickpaw said. Sometimes less is more.

:thumbsup:

[Air-bender]

Vince, the best looking exhaust tips on a PT car are the ones you cannot see, IMO.
On my 67 velle I would not want these tips blocking the view of my 295 tires which look pretty mean.

[1transam]

Yeah mixed feelings that's why we put it out for ideas. One other thing to note is the bumper will be sanded and painted body color. so I believe it will flow better.





Thanks for the honest opinions though.....

[Vince@Meanstreets]

I like to tip to go past 1/8" and flush cut with the edge whether it be the bumper or quarter panel.

We wanted to try something different and mix it up a bit. I may try it anyways as we have a spare bumper to cut up.

Looking at the picture I think it maybe too large. Might split it down the middle and take a bit out of it then contour with the curve. We will see.

[65_LS1_T56]

A friend of mine always said: "an exhaust should be heard, and not seen"

[z28cp]

I always thought that was children... :sieg:

Wait... that was seen and not heard.

Carry on...

[1transam]

A few updates:

a bit of custom dash work happening...

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/107_zpsyebdpyf8.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/107_zpsyebdpyf8.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/116_zpsrsied6pg.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/116_zpsrsied6pg.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/117_zpse1ycqxoh.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/117_zpse1ycqxoh.jpg.html)


Also custom built a pretty cool reservoir tank

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/025_zpsmtaxs4tm.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/025_zpsmtaxs4tm.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/028_zpszrsrwm1f.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/028_zpszrsrwm1f.jpg.html)

[n77nxc]

I dig the throttle body theme vents...those look cool.

[Radlark]

Modded the tail lights below:Before

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/pics%20037_zpsweea4is9.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/pics%20037_zpsweea4is9.jpg.html)

After:

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/pics%20064_zpssetnoj9u.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/pics%20064_zpssetnoj9u.jpg.html)

I did that look to my chevelle but I used the 300 Deluxe tail light bezels just a thought.

[WSSix]

Those AC vents do look good! Nice choice.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

I did that look to my chevelle but I used the 300 Deluxe tail light bezels just a thought.

That was the original plan but those still protrude from the body and boy howdy are dem thins spensive when you can find them.
We are going for the super flush look.

[BBC71Nova]

Looking good. Always loved the '67 model.

What was the source for the tank filler bung and cap? Been half looking for that design with no luck. Thanks!

[1transam]

I dig the throttle body theme vents...those look cool.

Those AC vents do look good! Nice choice.



Thanks, yeah i love the quaility of these vents and the brushed look as well...

[waynieZ]

It looks great I love the vents on the dash.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Looking good. Always loved the '67 model.

What was the source for the tank filler bung and cap? Been half looking for that design with no luck. Thanks!

Hi John,

They are made by allstar performance, part number 36160.

http://www.shop.meanstreetsperformance.com/Filler-cap-with-aluminum-weld-bung-asp36160.htm

[1transam]

Figured id post a few updates:

We got a good bit of dash work happening, im not a big fan of dash pads and i wanted the newer look for the car. So why not leather wrap the whole dash!
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/cjs%20pics%20109_zps6lhjyh1p.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/cjs%20pics%20109_zps6lhjyh1p.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/cjs%20pics%20108_zpsrip6hjpr.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/cjs%20pics%20108_zpsrip6hjpr.jpg.html)

[1transam]

So shes coming back together...

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/cjs%20pics%20142_zpserha31yp.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/cjs%20pics%20142_zpserha31yp.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/cjs%20pics%20138_zpslqvtnifr.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/cjs%20pics%20138_zpslqvtnifr.jpg.html)


We need to add the Vintage air Defrost vents, but shes wrapped!
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/cjs%20pics%20140_zps06ego5zg.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/cjs%20pics%20140_zps06ego5zg.jpg.html)

[1transam]

On too the next issue, I really wanted to keep the GTO seat headrest in the rear. So we had to create some clearance.

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/cjs%20pics%20171_zpss0meofym.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/cjs%20pics%20171_zpss0meofym.jpg.html)

Good by package tray!

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/cjs%20pics%20156_zpsaqss8evg.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/cjs%20pics%20156_zpsaqss8evg.jpg.html)

It created a nice lean to the back seat, and helped them clear the bottom of the rear window.

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/cjs%20pics%20157_zpszc3oexrf.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/cjs%20pics%20157_zpszc3oexrf.jpg.html)

[WSSix]

Those seats look good in there :thumbsup:

[1transam]

Those seats look good in there :thumbsup:

Thanks, were working hard to try and make it look as natural as possible.

[1transam]

Here are some more complete pics of the dash!

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/IMG_4123_zpsfrfxfntu.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/IMG_4123_zpsfrfxfntu.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/IMG_4127_zpsmlxu7ce6.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/IMG_4127_zpsmlxu7ce6.jpg.html)

[waynieZ]

The car is looking great. I love the way you did the dash, and the dash pad came out nice.

[windycitychev]

That's a sweet build there

[1transam]

Got some new shoes!
18x10 & 18x10 Bonspeed GTB wheels: 275x295 BFG KDW2

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/IMG_5116_zpsq5stbmhd.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/IMG_5116_zpsq5stbmhd.jpg.html)

[Dave Pratt]

Did I see correctly you're going with an 8.2 10-bolt rear end? Can you tell me some more about what you did to that unit?The car looks great so far,killer work!...cheers

Dave

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Did I see correctly you're going with an 8.2 10-bolt rear end? Can you tell me some more about what you did to that unit?The car looks great so far,killer work!...cheers

Dave

Upgraded with a modified 31 spline Eaton posi unit, Yukon gear 24150 3:55 ring n pinion and Moser 154H alloy custom fit 31 spline axles.

[Dave Pratt]

Thanks for the info Vince...again great work.I've heard as well as read that the 8.2 wasn't worth building when compared to it's 8.5 big brother but with all the updated internals I'd guess it's a tough enough unit when done right...I have two 8.2 units in my garage which is why I was asking...thx

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Thanks for the info Vince...again great work.I've heard as well as read that the 8.2 wasn't worth building when compared to it's 8.5 big brother but with all the updated internals I'd guess it's a tough enough unit when done right...I have two 8.2 units in my garage which is why I was asking...thx

Hi Dave,

Yeah they are ok stock, better if upgraded.

I would not use them for drag racing. From what I have killed in the past the weak points are the pinions and axles. Fix those two deals and you are golden.

When ever someone tells me they suck I just say "yeah, but they are lighter".

[1transam]

Have not posted in a while, figured id circle back with updates...

Flush mount bumpers (working on the front and rear in fiberglass)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/9-23-2015%20pics%20018_zpsfmwcyhvx.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/9-23-2015%20pics%20018_zpsfmwcyhvx.jpg.html)

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/9-23-2015%20pics%20020_zps1c6ncwpf.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/9-23-2015%20pics%20020_zps1c6ncwpf.jpg.html)

[1transam]

Also were working on cut outs to replace the door handles that light up on approach of the vehicle with the Digital guard dawg key less entry system.

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/9-23-2015%20pics%20040_zpsdmqktb8k.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/9-23-2015%20pics%20040_zpsdmqktb8k.jpg.html)


Here's a video of it in action.....

http://vid122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/9-23-2015%20pics%20044_zps9rkiugsb.mp4

[1transam]

Goodmark 2 1/2 cowl hood

http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/pics%20057_zpsgef1mjha.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/pics%20057_zpsgef1mjha.jpg.html)


http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/pics%20058_zpsfjxbs7bn.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/pics%20058_zpsfjxbs7bn.jpg.html)

[waynieZ]

It looks like a nice set up, how close do you get to it before it lights up?

[1transam]

It looks like a nice set up, how close do you get to it before it lights up?

Thanks,

Roughly, 5 feet but its adjustable.

[1transam]

I talked with dakota digital about my dash as i was not happy with the silver and red theme. they changed the dash to black with led white lettering and red pointers. Looks much better!


http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/IMG_0720_zpskgnuskga.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/IMG_0720_zpskgnuskga.jpg.html)

[pro66tour]

I talked with dakota digital about my dash as i was not happy with the silver and red theme. they changed the dash to black with led white lettering and red pointers. Looks much better!


http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/IMG_0720_zpskgnuskga.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/IMG_0720_zpskgnuskga.jpg.html)

That's how I'm going in the spring…very nice combo!

[WSSix]

Dash looks great!

[1transam]

Doing some major interior work....

-Dakota digital black dash with LED
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/pics%209-30-2015%20021_zpsbtrfnefv.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/pics%209-30-2015%20021_zpsbtrfnefv.jpg.html)

-Door panels from TMI
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/cjs%20pics%20021_zpsfxwvd663.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/cjs%20pics%20021_zpsfxwvd663.jpg.html)

-Acc essex cut pile one piece carpet
http://i122.photobucket.com/albums/o272/1transam/1967%20chevelle%20carpet_zpsbs4y0rto.jpg (http://s122.photobucket.com/user/1transam/media/1967%20chevelle%20carpet_zpsbs4y0rto.jpg.html)

-Door Arm rest
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[WSSix]

Whose arm rests?

Sorry you're having to sell the car but best of luck with the new house!

[1transam]

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[1transam]

Whose arm rests?

Sorry you're having to sell the car but best of luck with the new house!

I will get you the info on the arm rest shortly.