1965 Chevrolet Impala SS 6.0 / 6-Speed Build Thread

[V8TV]

This 1965 Chevrolet Impala came to us after and restoration was started at a different shop. The car has been in the owner's family since 1970, so we were honored and excited to bring this one back to the road. The recipe calls for a 6.0 LQ9 V8, 6-Speed manual transmission, and updated Ridetech suspension, all while keeping a smoothed-out stock appearance.

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This car had seen years of daily driving and occasional racing use, and was showing signs of deterioration. It arrived in our shop having been media blasted and sprayed with a black epoxy primer. At first glance, we noticed some rust around the window frames, in the deck lid, and that the previous repairs were not complete.

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[V8TV]

After a thorough inventory of the supplied parts, the crew began the metalwork.
The first project was to close the stock antenna whole using a steel insert. The piece was made and fitted to the hole, MIG welded, and ground smooth. We're using an HTP MIG 200 welder for this task.

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[214Chevy]

Love the 65 Impala's. One of my favorite big cars. :popcorn2: :popcorn2:

[Juggernaut]

Ohhhh, man. Can't wait to follow this one. Subscribed!

[Angry]

Love these impalas. Subscribed

[Justin@EntropyRad]

This one should be awesome Kevin!

[V8TV]

Love the 65 Impala's. One of my favorite big cars. :popcorn2: :popcorn2:

Ohhhh, man. Can't wait to follow this one. Subscribed!

Love these impalas. Subscribed

This one should be awesome Kevin!

Thanks guys, this will be a cool car. It's a biggun' allright, but we're on a mission to make it drive a thousand times better than original without losing the look.

[V8TV]

Next, the crew began the rust repairs around the rear window frame. These window channels held water and rusted all the way through. The rusty metal was cut out with a thin 3M cutting disc on an air grinder. A new channel was fabricated using a shrinker/stretcher, welded in, and ground smooth. Gray primer prevented further rust.

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[V8TV]

Similar repairs were made to the window channel around the windshield in the areas where the metal had rusted thin.

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Next, the rear window filler panel was removed for additional rust repair.

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[V8TV]

The rearmost edge of the structure had rusted away.

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A new channel was bent in the Mittler Brothers Box Pan Brake and contoured to the correct shape.

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Then it was welded in place with an HTP Quickspot II resistance spot welder.

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[V8TV]

Next, the middle part of the structure was measured, and a cardboard template was made to assist in fabricating a repair section.

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[V8TV]

The upper portion of the repair section was punched with a dimple die on a Mittler Brothers brothers punch in order to replace the original flared holes. These holes provided strength for the panel.

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Then, the curved lower section was TIG welded to the upper. Soon, the rusty portions of the structure had been completely replaced.

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[V8TV]

A contoured lip as added to mimic the shape of the original.

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Once the piece was welded in place, it was cleaned with a wire wheel and 3M rowlock abrasive discs, and then sprayed it with primer.

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A new filler panel was obtained from Classic Industries, and welded in place over the lower structure to complete the repair.

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The tail pan section was rusty and damaged, so the crew removed the original panel by drilling out all the spot welds holding it in place.

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[V8TV]

Note the support rod welded in to keep the decklid opening the correct size.


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A new panel was obtained from Classic Industries, and it was fitted and welded in place. Note the fitting of the deck lid and tell light packets in this process to ensure all the panels fit properly before welding.

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[V8TV]

The dash steel at the base of the windshield had rusted through, so we replaced the steel after fabricating some new pieces in-shop. The challenge here is that this is 3 layers of steel welded together, so they had to be replaced in the same manner.

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[V8TV]

A close-out panel was made and welded in to smooth the firewall.

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The rear package tray was damaged, so new panels were cut to size and welded in place.

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The panel was strengthened by adding ribs with a Mittler Brothers bead roller. They were held in place with some Eastwood panel clamps.

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After welding, the panels were ground flush to complete the repair.

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[V8TV]

The rear passenger floor was riddled with rust pinholes, so a replacement piece was ordered from Classic Industries.

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The perimeter of the panel was punched for plug welds, and then sprayed with weld-through primer.

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The welds were ground smooth to complete the install.

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[kwhizz]

Great job.............................

Ken

[GregWeld]

Show us more!! Surely there's more to this since the first post in March!

[waynieZ]

Nice work Kevin. I love to see fab work.

[fleetus macmullitz]

Subscribed. :thumbsup:

[Postsedan]

Kevin,

You guys are doing a wonderful job! What color is the owner wanting?
See you soon.

Dan

[V8TV]

Great job.............................

Ken

Thanks Ken!

Show us more!! Surely there's more to this since the first post in March!

Oh, there's more... been strugglin' to get the time to visit here, but we will do what we can!

Nice work Kevin. I love to see fab work.

Thanks, this car required more than anyone had hoped for, but that's nothing new.

Subscribed. :thumbsup:

We'll try to make it worth your sub! Thanks!

Kevin,

You guys are doing a wonderful job! What color is the owner wanting?
See you soon.

Dan

Hey Dan, thanks for the kind words! This one is going to be RRRRRED. It's a recent Jeep color. Looking forward to seeing you at MCACN!

[V8TV]

The transmission tunnel had been expanded to accommodate the Viper-spec T-56 6-Speed manual transmission, but the work was not as clean as the owner wanted to see, so we removed it to fab up a new one. More on this later.

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There were also some “dots” that needed to be connected in the driver side rear wheelhouse, as new sheetmetal was installed but the wheelhouse to floor to quarter connections were not made. We normally would have elected to remove and replace the trunk floor and wheel tubs, but the owner challenged us to make the existing pieces work.

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[Nonhog]

Anxious to see more!

[BowtieGent]

Subscribed.

[V8TV]

The owner wanted the 6.0 LQ9 engine to sit as low as possible in the chassis, and he had a Cadillac oil pan in mind, so we notched the cross member to make it happen.

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The doors had been butchered with speaker holes, so repair panels we made and welded in.

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Under the car, this home-brew control arm support is going to be removed. The concept is solid, that is to reinforce the control arm mount for better traction and control, but the execution is below what is desired for this car.

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The crew then lifted the body off the frame to be able to work on both sides of the floor on the rotisserie. There were still a ton of little holes to fill, and they wanted to get a good look at the repairs previously made to the bottom of the Impala’s body structure.

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… and on the spit.

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[Juggernaut]

Under the car, this home-brew control arm support is going to be removed. The concept is solid, that is to reinforce the control arm mount for better traction and control, but the execution is below what is desired for this car.
A very diplomatic way to say "this looks like crap!" :D

Thanks for the updates; can't wait to see more! '65 has recently become my favorite year Impala (at least until '95-'96).

[V8TV]

A very diplomatic way to say "this looks like crap!" :D

Thanks for the updates; can't wait to see more! '65 has recently become my favorite year Impala (at least until '95-'96).

Well, yeah...

More to come on this car!

Thanks!

[V8TV]

A previous shop welded supports to the floor to make the transmission crossmember. This isn't a good idea, as the engine and transmission are bolted to the frame, which moves independently of the body, albeit slightly. Also, the floor of the car was never intended to support a transmission, much less a manual behind a high horsepower V8. We removed it in favor of a traditional frame-mounted crossmember.

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New fuel tank supports were installed, as these were neglected when a previous shop installed the floor pans. We also finished welding and grinding all the floor welds.

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[kwhizz]

That Shoddy workmanship just makes a guy Crazy !!!!..........Sheesh.....If they are going to take the time to fix some issues......Do it correctly !!!Great job Kev............

Ken

[V8TV]

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Meanwhile, the crew was preparing to trial fit the Ridetech Street challenge suspension system on the Impala’s frame.

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This kit consists of tubular upper and lower control arms, specific rate coil springs and coil over shock assemblies, and an oversized front sway bar. We were also installing an upgraded quick ratio steering box.

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The original front suspension design used a straight lower control arm and a radius rod bolted to it. The Ridetech design is a vast improvement, using an “A” shaped tubular lower arm with an articulating end in the forward mount rather than a rubber bushing.

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[waynieZ]

You almost need an extra tall rotisserie for that big boy! That suspension kit should make a big difference in the ride and handling.

[V8TV]

The rear suspension consists of tubular control arms with adjustable upper control arms, and a stronger panhard bar with improved bushings.

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This frame had some old-school hot rod tricks, like these control arm support brackets that were stick-welded in. We removed them and reinforced the frame to appear more original.

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We disassembled the rear axle assembly and media blasted the housing.
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After epoxy and Imron enamel in satin black paint were applied, a new gearset was installed along with bearings and seals to make this 12 bolt rear axle like new again.
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Here, the yellow paint illustrates the proper gear mesh contact pattern ensuring quiet operation.
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[kwhizz]

Make sure you put the steel bushings in the lower control arm bushings where the Camber adjusting screw goes thru the cross member.....easy to miss....ask me how I know........If you need some let me know as I have an extra set.........Also....when you finish the car and get the front end aligned....We had to put a lot of pressure on the front strut rod to get some caster in the front........Because the strut rods are solid mounted in the spherical bushing in the front.......the lower arm pulled forward on the bushings and the control arms were now rubbing against the inside of the cross member.........so we ended up shimming the control arm to get the Caster without the pressure on the arms...............Just Say'in !!!!

Ken

[V8TV]

Make sure you put the steel bushings in the lower control arm bushings where the Camber adjusting screw goes thru the cross member.....easy to miss....ask me how I know........If you need some let me know as I have an extra set.........Also....when you finish the car and get the front end aligned....We had to put a lot of pressure on the front strut rod to get some caster in the front........Because the strut rods are solid mounted in the spherical bushing in the front.......the lower arm pulled forward on the bushings and the control arms were now rubbing against the inside of the cross member.........so we ended up shimming the control arm to get the Caster without the pressure on the arms...............Just Say'in !!!!

Ken

Thanks for the feedback Ken! We always appreciate the tips from others who've been "down the road before..."

[V8TV]

The front suspension parts bolted to the frame. These are obviously not torqued to spec for driving, but in place to mock-up the build.

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Quick-ratio steering gear.

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The body was placed back on the frame, and the whole rig was supported on jackstands. It was time to finish fitting the 6.0 LS and T56 transmission in the car.

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The transmission tunnel would need completion, but there’s only one way to know if something really fits, and that is to put it together and measure.

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[V8TV]

The floor opening was increased for the transmission and Quicktime bellhousing.

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A loose cardboard mock-up was made to get an idea of the shape of the tunnel. This car will be running a stock 1965 Impala console, so a mounting surface was required for that as well.

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The new tunnel was made and welded in place.

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A few ribs were added to strengthen the firewall at the tunnel.

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Now we had plenty of clearance for the transmission.

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[V8TV]

Next, the new transmission tunnel was fit to the original SS floor console.

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After the new console mounting brackets were made and installed, a considerable gap existed between the side of the console and the transmission tunnel, so a new base was made out of fiberglass to fill the void.

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Wire framing was used to form the shape.

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Fiberglass matting and resin was used to make the structure.

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With the seats in place, and the new base sanded and primed, the gap is now filled.

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This will be covered with carpet when finished.

[im4u2nvss]

The floor opening was increased for the transmission and Quicktime bellhousing.

http://www.v8tvshow.com/1965_Impala_SK/slides/1965_Impala_SK_01.21.14_02.JPG


http://www.v8tvshow.com/1965_Impala_SK/slides/1965_Impala_SK_01.24.14_12.JPG

A few questions about transmission setup.

Did you run viper to ls bellhousing and turn input down, or convert front plate and input to LS?

Also, what are your plans for speed sensor?

Thanks

[98ssnova]

Where did you source your steering box from?

[V8TV]

The sheet metal work continued, as our team addressed rust holes in the fenders. Our goal was to use as much of the original GM panels as possible.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-JiL2_PpBuh0/VpMp2-2c2CI/AAAAAAABXb8/O5kgT451BMYKcHHVHyfiPu3mT83jQrwzwCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_01.31.14_21.JPG

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[V8TV]

Next, the crew worked on fitting the quarter panel extensions and rear decklid to achieve a better fit.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-nMk09VVvvMk/VpMqcLgaahI/AAAAAAABXiE/eLijG-mHK_IvlRlKYZDABs32NRzlX5xRgCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_02.13.14_01.JPG

A little cutting, welding, and grinding were all needed to achieve consistent panel gaps.

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After…

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[V8TV]

The trunk edge radius was also refined.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-8QydTop1swc/VpMqqKzueOI/AAAAAAABXkI/MORJ4NwmFJsS7tVNVg94EFSkiyIOEi0IACHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_02.13.14_27.JPG

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[V8TV]

Meanwhile, a notch was cut in the lower front crossmember for the alternator and air conditioning compressor clearance.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-lJGhz-wyIG0/VpMrHi2byEI/AAAAAAABXno/hxoXqeA37BIbJlLIAYe7mz531vek7j1vACHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_02.19.14_03.JPG

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[V8TV]

The A/C compressor mounts low on an LS engine, and it is not adjustable as it mounts solidly to the block. We needed space for ours.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-i76ThFt2fUc/VpMrPqHLL-I/AAAAAAABXos/2twCfgaiz2MaJP_uEn3koZCJHTVqP35KgCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_02.25.14_02.JPG

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The inside structure was reinforced while the cutout was opened.

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[Centerforce]

This is the type of attention to detail we like to see! Everything here is being done properly, and no corners cut.

[waynieZ]

Nice job on the frame notches. They'll look nice all painted up.

[gofastwclass]

They look good now. Who needs paint? Think of it as art. Haha

[kwhizz]

Any Updates ?????

[V8TV]

Any Updates ?????

Yes Ken, thanks for the reminder. We'll post shortly.

[Josh@Ridetech]

Phenomenal work guys! I love builds like this.

[V8TV]

Next, we had to make a bracket to keep the A/C compressor and belt happy.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-p8j9GbhgWCY/VpMrlNPmxEI/AAAAAAABXrk/990lVQ8JrOoIFHiDLqPJQWejyQcTOUYBwCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_02.28.14_03.JPG

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We’ve changed the compressor to a Sanden unit and made the belt tension adjustable.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-K675taQixGk/VpMrXyVJOoI/AAAAAAABXqA/4cAdMsUYEnIR0F5lI5fQQX9RPrx3puJjwCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_02.26.14_19.JPG

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Now it all fist tightly to the block and still in the down-low position.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2t12IlscpIA/VpMrqMpa4TI/AAAAAAABXsM/y96NdvU3KTETNieMDH0_610SkSB7P3dXwCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.03.14_01.JPG

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[V8TV]

Alternator fit on the other side.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2aJJF0Y6Blo/VpMrs2jXgvI/AAAAAAABXsk/-IkoZEVeuQM3OoR2K5o-YgIlLRaTJwzigCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.03.14_05.JPG

We moved the passenger side motor plate back a scoshe to make room for the compressor as well.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-XgNLVu3QB2g/VpMrvl5U8sI/AAAAAAABXtI/do7_LKsYpeQntYk0kmDJMtIeQ5N8xrq8QCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.03.14_11.JPG

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This will be reinforced to handle the load.

[V8TV]

Next, attention was turned to the look of the 6.0 V8 engine. The goal was to have it “resemble” a Gen 1 small block, without going over the top trying to camouflage the late-model engine.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-shoPGh_VelM/VpMsAsAU04I/AAAAAAABXvg/gsQPPw3fEms0wyHzF8eH0VyfHgpubBOVwCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.11.14_02.JPG

The mock-up block was used with the Edelbrock intake and EFI fuel rails. We wanted to move the ignition coils off the valve covers, but wanted to so something a bit different to help the illusion.

The result is this “fake” distributor, made from GM truck ignition coils mounted in a circular arrangement to resemble a distributor cap. The truck coils are the smallest bodied versions of LS coils, and the bracket will hold them in the back of the intake manifold behind the throttle body to resemble a distributor.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-K8SbwoiFlDM/VpMsDyTl01I/AAAAAAABXwI/ZJo4CQb-eOsx7pzwPkd8H8lHRiDHKiTQQCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.11.14_12.JPG

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A rounded “hat” adds to the look.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-hitim-r7BpM/VpMsBa936EI/AAAAAAABXvs/2zI1f2x8n1YsoQQQzMcgWHjsq50rJyJDgCHM/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.11.14_06.JPG

This way, traditional spark plug wires will route to the spark plugs much like a old Chevy small block.

[waynieZ]

That's a slick idea for the coils!! It's looking good Kevin.

[Jimbo1367]

That's a slick idea for the coils!! It's looking good Kevin.

Agreed!!

[V8TV]

That's a slick idea for the coils!! It's looking good Kevin.

Agreed!!

Thanks guys!

[V8TV]

Next, the attention focused on the side mirrors. These are GM “G” body side mirrors, and a small steel adapter shim plate makes them mount cleanly on the doors, rather than tip inward.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jccnEeaCg-0/VpMsVDp246I/AAAAAAABXzc/iBtdR4F5aEcN0q6-pfQ_rDXwosTLlOd2gCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.17.14_08.JPG

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[waynieZ]

I can't wait to see them mounted.

[CRCRFT78]

Any updates?

[V8TV]

Many have asked, the mirror base is wedge-shaped to pitch the mirror properly.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-HFgjiFZZLrs/VpMseexphbI/AAAAAAABX1I/jLnSKcTOO-Q0drN3IdsFiJKyxdOInt8HgCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.17.14_37.JPG

The Impala originally had large, flat-topped rib starting on the header panel and running up the hood. We are building a custom hood for this car, and the customer didn’t want that flattened rib, so we reshaped the header to come to a peak to match the new hood design.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-c1Vl_jwjeqQ/VpMr-wj9lFI/AAAAAAABXvM/hWavXyeLyfkv9jls7cxxPr4Sg72Li19QgCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.10.14_07.JPG

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After some cutting and reshaping, the header now has the pointy peak.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-vYBwCBMCBG4/VpMsTxgGFjI/AAAAAAABXzE/VH2NIx2mnJwQooEcrwCBlW9VUXV8FIuIQCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.17.14_03.JPG

[waynieZ]

Nice job. It will be one of those changes most will miss but the guy into these cars will pick up and appreciate it.

[gofastwclass]

Very cool. I love subtle changes more than the over the top ones. Excellent work.

[Josh@Ridetech]

Love seeing the metal fab. :cheers:

[V8TV]

Nice job. It will be one of those changes most will miss but the guy into these cars will pick up and appreciate it.

Very cool. I love subtle changes more than the over the top ones. Excellent work.

Love seeing the metal fab. :cheers:

Thank you gents!

[V8TV]

Allright, it was time to address some of the Impala’s wobbly chassis issues. This car had a bit of rust that needed repairing, and we took some time to install some .120” wall tubing to brace up the chassis.


First up was the custom transmission cross member.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-mcHBkh34wGc/VpMsjAbgFrI/AAAAAAABX2U/E63JQ1Cb4gUR_9K4Mj9378yL4i7yCzeOACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.18.14_11.JPG

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The pin-bolt design is strong and also allows for a quick removal if needed.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-SZHw0oYx-tw/VpMsk0UnHgI/AAAAAAABX2k/est5jAMclQsKaQahlz6NQlETsLIV2DmbgCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.18.14_15.JPG

MagnaFlow exhaust will have to make it’s way around the bottom of the car.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-xhWXGY6LpM8/VpMsnv1aEwI/AAAAAAABX3I/IjlAAvLtB9IFdgpm8p6nqhQRuuzphukzQCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.18.14_23.JPG

These cars are tricky with the multi-link rear suspension, and we wanted to run full-length exhaust all the way to the back, so everything needed to be built with all the pieces in mind.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZJrKmpSr1ko/VpMsoAr0AzI/AAAAAAABX3Q/oqmhiGBoaQIYeRASSDlN4eUTVqWKp2SqgCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.19.14_04.JPG

[V8TV]

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-ZJrKmpSr1ko/VpMsoAr0AzI/AAAAAAABX3Q/oqmhiGBoaQIYeRASSDlN4eUTVqWKp2SqgCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.19.14_04.JPG

Clearance issue on the panhard (track) bar and the preload caps on the 12-bolt rear end cover…

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-y_P7UzSFTIU/VpMsp0AfhOI/AAAAAAABX3o/AdGiGWb0EMcJp4UWDf9QFjRFuUDOQmZAQCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.19.14_10.JPG

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Solution: Extend the panhard mount, but make sure the geometry is correct and that it is strong enough.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-2mrRCq5oNCA/VpMssNhQusI/AAAAAAABX4E/lmbUZkDnAjEgbJcHFtTIwK7zb0nS2Rc3ACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.20.14_01.JPG

There you go!

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[waynieZ]

It looks pretty strong to me!

[V8TV]

Finishing up the transmission crossmember

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UuDgQhUNcGc/VpMs02WpaOI/AAAAAAABX5o/uIszL2dKCpUlXNP1GRGw86uzT48m7qzmgCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.21.14_04.JPG

These holes are good for ½ second faster times in the quarter mile.

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Some additional bracing was added from the transmission cross member to the frame.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-rDtzXKDai3E/VpMs7neLLVI/AAAAAAABX68/cDAiQywQQcw6RaZFUWYArelw68lRPbW5ACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.24.14_11.JPG

Big mounting feet for bolt-in installation.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-AyEbNzbzO0A/VpMs7AOMtwI/AAAAAAABX6w/AoPTsbsWJqkwZ4nm8iNsAOKwpkr4CpjrgCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.24.14_10.JPG

[V8TV]

Driveshaft loop

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Jlyz1qWuwK4/VpMs-GUE44I/AAAAAAABX7U/jqDOXpEoyHUhbzv5kcqoh1V9WkLKjXLqACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.24.14_14.JPG

These parts will become a removable “kicker” from the transmission crossmember to the frame.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fXqQTIWxrQw/VpMtB9-H5KI/AAAAAAABX78/ERxJBzHweeAAMK2Pys1pmZCSJOqmR-buACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.25.14_07.JPG


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Notching the tube with an HTP tubing notch tool.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-fF4uZEHmbxE/VpMtGsgbSfI/AAAAAAABX8s/syt1OzSjwOI18SWHbk1o4SJPCNWGHZ4nACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.25.14_20.JPG

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-YhE9od26Z7E/VpMtIGroxUI/AAAAAAABX88/hy_36REqwnEjxQ9c0qjYGYgWTaiT2cEgACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.25.14_25.JPG

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Em1turaw45A/VpMtJxx0MtI/AAAAAAABX9U/XVMq1FsDAZ01mORDNqlIty9tcLevPUOpwCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.25.14_30.JPG

The transmission crossmember fully welded

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-1Op6pvbzwb4/VpMtOQtqttI/AAAAAAABX98/uTG0_JbHPxAqiq_aNtLHM2OeKhtVy3HVwCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.25.14_50.JPG

And the whole rig fitted up in the car with the exhaust.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-GChShGkCBgc/VpMtSIdKCUI/AAAAAAABX-w/9u1E7unBHSUGQrbVYGRReB_aPqRw7NoPQCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.26.14_08.JPG

Planning the rear tube exit over the axle.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-5UaNAT87xE4/VpMtT4SxmdI/AAAAAAABX_I/V2LSFUlGO2IKRw4LMKS3yVba9xbg_9gHACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.27.14_01.JPG

[CRCRFT78]

Its been a while, are there any updates on this build?

[V8TV]

Its been a while, are there any updates on this build?

Sure, I'll see if I can post some big updates later this week. Thanks for asking!

[CRCRFT78]

Where are those updates Kevin? :goggles:

[V8TV]

This is a fuel-injected car, so we used a reproduction stock fuel tank from Tanks, Inc., and installed one of their in-tank fuel modules for the pump.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-Kbv131VRqcA/VpMtgpcKVwI/AAAAAAABYCA/lOE-IzSovHEn7oFnAkI-miaSeVqhJGhYACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.31.14_19.JPG

The module allows for an in-tank EFI pump to be mounted in nearly any kind of tank, as the depth is adjustable to the tank.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jLoLdWZl98k/VpMtfpEB2SI/AAAAAAABYBw/vErQYoWD-94ZcEetU65UMWYg0pZ27CiSgCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_03.31.14_17.JPG

Here, the pump module and level sender are sealed to the tank and bolted tight. One fitting is pressure, the middle is for the fuel vent, and the other is a return.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_8a-YfQZtio/VpMtjMY1r9I/AAAAAAABYCU/NV5i0w7p0yEKNZquwbSaIVRMWc436WvTwCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_04.01.14_01.JPG

Meanwhile, the Vintage Air hoses, condenser, and other items are installed as wiring begins.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-UdgXdmLRgPE/VpMtkqR05_I/AAAAAAABYCg/M-4fAYuVXHEo6l0gFADi0RkU3eo0CaXwACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_04.03.14_01.JPG

Much of the plumbing and wiring will be hidden, but the goal was more to make the underhood area clean and not to hide absolutely everything.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-_eyXhnMHGTc/VpMtl5kktCI/AAAAAAABYCw/z83W0hCkE4UBySTPE2C8ncekF_uHgdA3ACHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_04.03.14_05.JPG

Vintage Air Gen IV evaporator unit being installed under the dash.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-jvlsHyyzm5I/VpMtncp8rzI/AAAAAAABYDA/opztSB0JadYm3P5LhxQV_QEvSaScWg_8QCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_04.03.14_10.JPG

An American Autowire Classic Update harness replaces all the old wiring.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-T2uHDlAKqO8/VpMtzPvV9CI/AAAAAAABYFI/WHSM7sWBFakYKJj-mc9gh4cmkG-xYWcCgCHMYBhgL/s1600/1965_Impala_SK_04.04.14_01.JPG

[CRCRFT78]

Looking good Kevin.

[CRCRFT78]

Any updates on this one?

[waynieZ]

Yeah any updates!

[V8TV]

Yeah, we've got some updates. Let me get something together and I'll post 'em up.

Thanks for asking!

[65 Impala SS]

It looks like this car is finished on your website? Can we get some detailed pics?

[CRCRFT78]

Any finished pics of the 65?