59 Bel Air Redux..........The Reacher

[NAPA 68]

I'll see if there is some interest in my latest project. I purchased this 59 Bel Air about 9 years ago. It was an original Texas car with 80k on it. It is an original paint, interior and drivetrain car. I wanted to build a nice driver that I would not fuss over.

As of current, it has an LS1, 4L60E, Ford 9", Ridetech coil over suspension front and rear, and 4 wheel disc brakes. It's been a great car to bang around in. My wife and I have enjoyed the car immensely, but my tastes have changed a bit as well as my expectations from my cars. I am sick of 2pc driveshafts and a frame that has the rigidity of noodles. So...............having said that...........it's time to blow it apart for the next phase.

I will keep the original paint, and the overall look of the car won't change much. I'll even see how much of the original interior I elect to maintain. That's where it stops. My goal is to improve the car in these areas.

-Handling. A nice stiff chassis to take the squeaks and rattles out of the car and maintain a great ride quality. Not that I plan to autocross this, there is definitely room for improvement. I am thinking a 12" wide rear tire which may require mini tubs. 10" wide rubber in the front.

-Braking. It stops well now, it can be better. An engineered chassis and brake system will improve overall braking and thus predictability. I'll be limited in brakes as I am going to maintain a 15" wheel so I have no issue with the hardcore 1964 and earlier events. (I'll just keep the hood closed)

-Comfort. Vintage Air HVAC as well as revisiting the seats. I am wanting to keep the bench seats and the overall feel of the interior. Modern foam in the seat so as I feel a bit more "planted" while in it. I suppose there may be some mods to the seat frame so I can get some lumbar support and perhaps a bit better ergonomics. We will see there. LOTS of sound deadener!

-Power. Here is the subject I have been struggling with. My inner cheap speaks LS3 to me.............................my inner child screams LT4! The jury is still out but I am leaning to the LT4.

-Theme. The theme wont necessarily change much. I want a car that looks like it got parked in the mid 60's, and then recommissioned recently. My original vision was a car that could have been parked around Gasoline Alley in mid May of 63-65.


On the docket........................

1. Roadster Shop chassis
2. GM Connect & Cruise power
3. Refinish the underside and engine compartment to the standards of a modern build. I am drawn to the Stielow OE feel and sensibility (sorry if it sounds a bit creepy and stalker like Mark!)

What I started with years ago............

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As I write this before I start disassembly.....................

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[dhutton]

Very cool car. I’ll be following along on this one since I have a 59 El Camino waiting for me to finish my 69 Camaro. Wish mine was as nice as yours.

Don

[214Chevy]

Sweet!! I will be watching this one too. Lots of pics please.

[gofastwclass]

Cool plan.

I was beginning to think I was the only one on this site with a car that used an entire parking spot. I have a 1961 Impala 2 door hard top with LSX power. :D

Is it possible to install a Roadster Shop chassis on one of these cars without cutting most of the floor? It doesn't look that way to me.

[NAPA 68]

Is it possible to install a Roadster Shop chassis on one of these cars without cutting most of the floor? It doesn't look that way to me.

To the best of my knowledge, the rear floor pans will need to be modified. We also may need to make a new trans and driveshaft tunnel. The driveshaft is going to have to be rather large to handle the power given the length of it. I certainly will post what is necessary.

The fabrication is going to be handled by Topline Design & Speed in North Prairie, WI.

Tim

[214Chevy]

Is it possible to install a Roadster Shop chassis on one of these cars without cutting most of the floor? It doesn't look that way to me.

Here y'all go.....

1) http://roadstershop.com/galleries/1959-chevy-impala/

2) http://roadstershop.com/galleries/tonys-1960-impala/

3) http://roadstershop.com/galleries/wiltons-60-biscayne/

[waynieZ]

They do beautiful work I love that black 59 .

[NvrDun71]

Selling the old drivetrain by chance? Love the fact that your retaining the orig paint an interior btw

[NAPA 68]

Selling the old drivetrain by chance? Love the fact that your retaining the orig paint an interior btw

The engine and trans are sold. I will be selling the chassis and can give a detailed list of what it all has for parts. If that is of any interest to you. The frame is uber clean!

Thanks,

Tim

[dhutton]

The engine and trans are sold. I will be selling the chassis and can give a detailed list of what it all has for parts. If that is of any interest to you. The frame is uber clean!

Thanks,

Tim

If he doesn’t want the chassis please send me a PM with the details and a price. Wisconsin is a little far for me but you never know.

Thanks,
Don

[gofastwclass]

Here y'all go.....

1) http://roadstershop.com/galleries/1959-chevy-impala/

2) http://roadstershop.com/galleries/tonys-1960-impala/

3) http://roadstershop.com/galleries/wiltons-60-biscayne/

Thanks a lot. I've seen parts of those cars, but I hadn't see the full builds on them. There is also a 1961 wagon with one of their chassis, but I'm not sure the car was ever finished.

To me that is a pretty substantial amount of cutting for the guy who just installed new floors front to back one year ago (me). Problem number two... I might need a winning lottery ticket for the chassis... $20K is a bit more than I happen to have in my ashtray, chair cushions and change bottle. :G-Dub: :D

The weld in sub frame looks like it's more my speed and better fits my goals and budget for the vehicle.

[kwhizz]

The Black 59 is Harold Chapmans car ...........Seen it on the Goodguys Road Tour...........Freak'in Awsum........

Ken

[214Chevy]

$20K is a bit more than I happen to have in my ashtray, chair cushions and change bottle. :G-Dub: :D

The weld in sub frame looks like it's more my speed and better fits my goals and budget for the vehicle.

You could opt for the Spec chassis series and save a few thousand dollars...

[NAPA 68]

My chassis will have the REVO front end on it. I did not go crazy checking off boxes, and my chassis came in at about 16k. The SPEC chassis is only offered for 61-64.

While 16k is not cheap, it's a ton of bang for the buck in these cars that desperately need rigidity.

Tim

[Boss 5.0]

I flat out LOVE this project and look forward to following it.

[NAPA 68]

If he doesn’t want the chassis please send me a PM with the details and a price. Wisconsin is a little far for me but you never know.

Thanks,
Don

Email sent Don.

Thanks,

Tim

[dhutton]

Email sent Don.

Thanks,

Tim

Hi Tim. No PM or email.

Thanks,
Don

[NAPA 68]

Don,

I used the email supplied by the site. Is there a different one to use? I tried to PM but it appears that is not working today.

Thanks,

Tim

[dhutton]

Don,

I used the email supplied by the site. Is there a different one to use? I tried to PM but it appears that is not working today.

Thanks,

Tim

Email should be correct. I sent you a PM.

Thanks,
Don

[waynieZ]

Tim, it's going to be a sweet ride with that frame under it. Great project.

[NAPA 68]

What a treat to have floors like this! Almost a shame to cut them.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsyuaqwu8j.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsyuaqwu8j.jpg.html)

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[214Chevy]

As they say, you gotta give a little to get a little. Give up the floors for better handling. It'll be a good sacrifice.

[gofastwclass]

Nice to see a build start with solid floors. The floors on my 61 Impala were holy... not in the religious sense.

I'm excited to see this project take off.

[214Chevy]

Nice to see a build start with solid floors. The floors on my 61 Impala were holy... not in the religious sense.

So, in other words, you mean "holey" then and not "holy." :sarcasm_smiley: :lmao: :lmao:

[gofastwclass]

So, in other words, you mean "holey" then and not "holy." :sarcasm_smiley: :lmao: :lmao:

Yes, that one. Apparently I can't take you anywhere. Hahaha!

For visual reference, this is what my floors looked like before I replaced them. One good look and you will see why I'm so happy NAPA 68 doesn't have to endure what I went "through..." :lol: :rolleyes:

http://downivlife.com/pics/1961Impala/passfloor.jpg


NAPA 68, do you have your chassis yet?

[NAPA 68]

Yes, that one. Apparently I can't take you anywhere. Hahaha!

For visual reference, this is what my floors looked like before I replaced them. One good look and you will see why I'm so happy NAPA 68 doesn't have to endure what I went "through..." :lol: :rolleyes:

http://downivlife.com/pics/1961Impala/passfloor.jpg


NAPA 68, do you have your chassis yet?

I'm told the beginning of December!

I am digging the seats in your car!:idea:

[NAPA 68]

Had a chance to get into the shop for a day yesterday. Getting ready for lift off. Lot's of holes to smooth out!

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I also got the dash stripped out along with all of the old firewall insulation

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This whole car comes apart with hand tools. Untouched from 59

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[NAPA 68]

While I'm waiting for parts, I thought I'd share a couple of cool items about the 59.

Original warranty book....................
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The paperwork for the underdash A/C unit purchased from Montgomery Ward in 1963..........
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I am going to use the original shell of the A/C unit and use it as a plenum for the Vintage Air unit that will be installed.

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Spare oil change door tag...............

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[dhutton]

That is such a cool car. And will be even cooler when you are done.

Don

[NAPA 68]

Making progress..................

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This thing is a pleasure to work on!
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Tomorrow...................off to the Roadster Shop!

[NAPA 68]

I'm giddy and impressed!

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[gofastwclass]

That looks terrible! Just drop it off at my house and I'll make sure you don't have to look at the ugliness. :disgusted:

Seriously, very nice. You should have a lot of fun with that chassis. I almost wouldn't want to leave it under the car! :D :D :D

[214Chevy]

Meh...it's alright, I guess, if you're into this sort of stuff.:sarcasm_smiley: Absolutely stunning!!

[waynieZ]

I'm giddy and happy and it's not even mine !!! SWEET!

[NAPA 68]

The credit card it taking a licking!

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[kwhizz]

Just use Tracy's card..............Simple !!!!

[NAPA 68]

The original chassis is posted for sale in the classifieds........

http://lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=56066

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[NAPA 68]

The fabrication has begun. The new hat channels for the additional body mounts and the floorpan mods to fit the new chassis.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180127_131838205_zpshkbgw1kl.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180127_131838205_zpshkbgw1kl.jpg.html)

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http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180127_131857652_zpsumzvqtxf.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180127_131857652_zpsumzvqtxf.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180127_131903790_zpsqjx083ic.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180127_131903790_zpsqjx083ic.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpspzfnluty.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpspzfnluty.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zpsdga1gxxc.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zpsdga1gxxc.jpg.html)

The chassis fits like a glove! Plenty of room for rubber and what looks to be a killer ride height.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zps5ejxmriq.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zps5ejxmriq.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsbvpouhc7.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsbvpouhc7.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpspjho0wvk.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpspjho0wvk.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsaph2spj0.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsaph2spj0.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zpszizu50re.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zpszizu50re.jpg.html)

[NAPA 68]

The trans tunnel will be VERY cozy. Probably going to have to cut it along with the driveshaft tunnel....................

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpsxuljrsb7.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpsxuljrsb7.jpg.html)

[waynieZ]

It sits on it like it was from the factory like that, nice.

[NAPA 68]

The second floor pan fabbed up...........

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160919277_zpsfr7awft8.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160919277_zpsfr7awft8.jpg.html)

Mocked up the engine and trans..............

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160931621_zpseufaiato.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160931621_zpseufaiato.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160711903_zpsepwxjtcp.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160711903_zpsepwxjtcp.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160857724_zpsuwazhjfi.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160857724_zpsuwazhjfi.jpg.html)

first cut on the trans tunnel................

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160707652_zps0ivv5nkr.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160707652_zps0ivv5nkr.jpg.html)

These headers are just to die for IMO! The steering shaft will take a bit of creativity!

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160906372_zpsbq7pvbwg.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180130_160906372_zpsbq7pvbwg.jpg.html)

[214Chevy]

Looking good bro. I can wait to see you stuff some fat rubber out back.

[NAPA 68]

The trans tunnel is done along with the driveshaft tunnel to make room for a 4" driveshaft.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zps0ob77ywj.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zps0ob77ywj.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zpskqrdj9gp.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zpskqrdj9gp.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpspwl8owmx.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpspwl8owmx.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsyk1yvbhn.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsyk1yvbhn.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zps2xygnuy5.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zps2xygnuy5.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsm7tgh486.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsm7tgh486.jpg.html)

[syborg tt]

Tim...Wow !

I can't wait to see this car and it looks like it's possible as i think your in Wisconsin.

Looking forward to more update


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[NAPA 68]

Tim...Wow !

I can't wait to see this car and it looks like it's possible as i think your in Wisconsin.

Looking forward to more update


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You are correct! Shooting for GG Nashville for my 50th BD

[syborg tt]

You are correct! Shooting for GG Nashville for my 50th BD

It's possible that I will be at that show as a good buddy of mine is going to be there and I have always wanted to go to that show.

[NAPA 68]

Getting to the point to build the exhaust and mock up the brakes so I can order the wheels.....

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zps0q89fop5.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zps0q89fop5.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsktvieull.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsktvieull.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpssw8yr77j.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpssw8yr77j.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsujs105nt.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsujs105nt.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsrdqvwlms.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsrdqvwlms.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zpsthpg4jph.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zpsthpg4jph.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zpsd6ocx40j.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zpsd6ocx40j.jpg.html)

[NAPA 68]

Moving along.............................

Measured up for wheels

Front 18x8
Rear 18x10

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/010_zps2p9tdujb.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/010_zps2p9tdujb.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/28575800_418995205219316_6616825205009296473_n_zps eampgrqn.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/28575800_418995205219316_6616825205009296473_n_zps eampgrqn.jpg.html)

Wheel of choice.........................

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/KB18%20x%209_zpsnotcy5rb.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/KB18%20x%209_zpsnotcy5rb.jpg.html)

And now building the exhaust. I wanted the tail pipes to go over the axle. It's going to be tight, but it will fit and work.....

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/011_zpsnw47wuoy.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/011_zpsnw47wuoy.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsgqwixfgb.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsgqwixfgb.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zps9tnru7t1.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zps9tnru7t1.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/013_zpsgjambvvv.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/013_zpsgjambvvv.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpspmzlkwh0.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpspmzlkwh0.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zpsv8gepjzm.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zpsv8gepjzm.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpseyqpg2hz.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpseyqpg2hz.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsmglnjrsj.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsmglnjrsj.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/012_zpsquedfj9c.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/012_zpsquedfj9c.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zps2vpbmh2t.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zps2vpbmh2t.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsvmbtlgj9.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsvmbtlgj9.jpg.html)

I will be able to fit the tail pipes between the frame rails and the fuel tank to hide them the way I wanted to.
http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zpspsqgpx38.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zpspsqgpx38.jpg.html)

[tubbed69]

I really do love this car,your work is amazing.Wheels will be perfect on it.:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

[NAPA 68]

I really do love this car,your work is amazing.Wheels will be perfect on it.:thumbsup::thumbsup::thumbsup:

Thanks for the kind words. Total disclosure...............


It helps when you have a buddy......................who has a fabrication business......................who likes you.........................and is fair with you........................that is very efficient.

Topline Design & Speed. North Prarie, WI.

Great guy!

[kwhizz]

Freak'in Awsum !!!!!!

[NAPA 68]

Tailpipes.......................just about finished.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/015_zpsshc3bt5k.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/015_zpsshc3bt5k.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpsgzdpvyxy.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpsgzdpvyxy.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zpsrggq1mp2.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zpsrggq1mp2.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zpsyrxqfaff.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zpsyrxqfaff.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/014_zpsisvw2fll.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/014_zpsisvw2fll.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/013_zpsorkh86d8.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/013_zpsorkh86d8.jpg.html)

[214Chevy]

That is just too sweet how the exhaust is sliced right in line with the under body and chassis. :king:

[fleetus macmullitz]

Awesome work...such a cool build. :thumbsup:

[gofastwclass]

Nice details.

[waynieZ]

Wow nice job!

[NAPA 68]

Got my Wegner Motorsports accessory drive installed. All I can say is WOW!

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsbymeszh9.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsbymeszh9.jpg.html)

Steering is mocked up..........

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsinwueeiu.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsinwueeiu.jpg.html)

I'll take the opportunity to give a shout out to Ididit. I purchased one of their columns about 7 years ago. The top of the column had become sloppy. When calling them for parts, they asked for the serial number and told me where to find it.
Without asking for dates, proof of purchase.....................asked nothing...........They offered to repair the column, free of charge. All I had to do was ship it to them. What a pleasant surprise.

Tore apart the headlight buckets for blasting and power coat
http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsibatxvzo.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsibatxvzo.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsoc4fyktl.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsoc4fyktl.jpg.html)

[gofastwclass]

Nice progress. You should be driving pretty soon.

Good to know on the IDidIt column. I was looking at those and a friend was trying to talk me into a Flaming River. I really liked the IDidIt column a bit better and I felt (pure opinion) it was built a little better. For me service post sale is often the deciding factor in decisions like these.

[NAPA 68]

The intake tube is finished and getting the wiring, TCM, and ECM placed........

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180326_120846827_zpso8uymsxk.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180326_120846827_zpso8uymsxk.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180326_120859615_zpsq7m23vaf.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180326_120859615_zpsq7m23vaf.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180326_120851247_zpsgwx59vsx.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180326_120851247_zpsgwx59vsx.jpg.html)

[DKz Garage]

Thanks for the kind words. Total disclosure...............


It helps when you have a buddy......................who has a fabrication business......................who likes you.........................and is fair with you........................that is very efficient.

Topline Design & Speed. North Prarie, WI.

Great guy!

Absolutely love this build! I had a 59 Bel Air and sold it..... really regretting it now. I'm in the Milwaukee area, I can't wait to see your ride at some local shows!

[Boss 5.0]

Fantastic build.

I have had similar experience with Ididit. I was given one of their columns for a Christmas gift once. Never came out of the box for several years, then that project was sold off. The new project needed a different size column. When I reached out to them, they said as long as I covered shipping then they would swap one for the other free of charge. This was at least 5 years later. I was blown away. How many companies would do that?? They will always get my business and support.They know good customer service!

[gofastwclass]

What are you going to do for a brake booster? I'm running hydroboost on my 61 Impala and I love it.

[kwhizz]

What are you going to do for a brake booster? I'm running hydroboost on my 61 Impala and I love it.


x 2 on the Hydroboost.............It's Fun spending Tracy's money !!!!!!!

[NAPA 68]

I am going to run a hydroboost. I should have just gotten one from work and made the mounting plate for it. I was told 3-4 weeks when I ordered it, we are now on 7. A bit frustrated. I'll leave names out of the discussion for now.

[gofastwclass]

Bummer about the delay. Nothing more irritating than ordering something that takes longer than anticipated.

[NAPA 68]

x 2 on the Hydroboost.............It's Fun spending Tracy's money !!!!!!!

I've tried to convince her of that...............little slow to come around:G-Dub:

[NAPA 68]

Still waiting on wheels. Tires came in as did the adapters for the wheels.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsrx8skbwd.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsrx8skbwd.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zps5ivecaqz.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zps5ivecaqz.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsxsd3nibk.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsxsd3nibk.jpg.html)

[214Chevy]

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/KB18%20x%209_zpsnotcy5rb.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/KB18%20x%209_zpsnotcy5rb.jpg.html)


Sweet knock-offs!! :bow::bow: What brand of wheels are those you'll be running?

[NAPA 68]

Sweet knock-offs!! :bow::bow: What brand of wheels are those you'll be running?

From these guys here................

http://vintagewheelsus.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=15&zenid=6bbec43149981a336521e21953868c32

I have since found out they sublet the wheel work to someone else. I must admit, they have been good to deal with.

Tim

[jarhead]

WOW this is cool!
Old becomes new, but still retains old look, i love it!

[NAPA 68]

I did not realize 3 weeks was actually made up of 53 days....................

Can finally get going on the firewall

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsf5sqnqep.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsf5sqnqep.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsrj5too1x.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsrj5too1x.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsg0sshnok.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsg0sshnok.jpg.html)

[gofastwclass]

Three weeks, 53 days.. it's like horseshoes or hand grenades. How close do you want to be? :sarcasm_smiley:

On a positive front it looks nice. Looks like this bracket turns the nitrogen cylinder to the top. Is that correct?

[NAPA 68]

Three weeks, 53 days.. it's like horseshoes or hand grenades. How close do you want to be? :sarcasm_smiley:

On a positive front it looks nice. Looks like this bracket turns the nitrogen cylinder to the top. Is that correct?
Yup........................and moves the fittings to the left of the M/C which packages much better.

[gofastwclass]

Nice. :)

[NAPA 68]

All right! Now we can get cooking:gitrdun:

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsdjfvddqg.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsdjfvddqg.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zps9jg9otki.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zps9jg9otki.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsa55irint.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsa55irint.jpg.html)

[tgvettes]

love those wheels

[214Chevy]

love those wheels

Yep....:king:

[NAPA 68]

Now this is getting fun!

Wheels and tires mounted.................

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180414_092134658_zpsvzqa2vat.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180414_092134658_zpsvzqa2vat.jpg.html)

Firewall smoothed and prepped.............

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpstv45gdka.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpstv45gdka.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpshc0ehmwj.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpshc0ehmwj.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsmeellmhu.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsmeellmhu.jpg.html)

Bottom is coated with bed liner............

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_0998_zpsqez3cnyx.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_0998_zpsqez3cnyx.jpg.html)

Firewall painted................(with correct overspray below seam)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_0888_zpshb2xssoz.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_0888_zpshb2xssoz.jpg.html)

And....................the powder coater turned the frame and rear housing around in 2 days! Pics to come!

[gofastwclass]

Nice on the powder coat!

Plus those knock off wheels are cool.

I see the holes where the block off plate was installed, which AC system are you going to run?

I noticed the larger hole for the wiring. Is that for an American Autowire Highway One kit?

[NAPA 68]

Nice on the powder coat!

Plus those knock off wheels are cool.

I see the holes where the block off plate was installed, which AC system are you going to run?

I noticed the larger hole for the wiring. Is that for an American Autowire Highway One kit?

Thanks for the kind words. The A/C is Vintage Air and yes, American Autowire harness

[NAPA 68]

The day has come to start making piles of parts go together. Dropped the body back onto the frame today.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpswrq4vnyd.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpswrq4vnyd.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zpse9wmlrn5.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zpse9wmlrn5.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsckeurpu7.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsckeurpu7.jpg.html)

Some detail pics before it get covered up............

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsacu4w5te.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsacu4w5te.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpscw0fs0c7.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsthe cw0fs0c7.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpsogepgvly.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpsogepgvly.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/010_zpsy0hcx6xa.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/010_zpsy0hcx6xa.jpg.html)


http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/012_zpsgui6fkua.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/012_zpsgui6fkua.jpg.html)


How do you like trans mount? Great for isolating vibrations!

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/011_zpsitcse6be.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/011_zpsitcse6be.jpg.html)

[NAPA 68]

Here is a pic of a Corvette that is going together along side of the 59. Complete DSE front and rear suspension with LS7 power. Should be in color by the end of next week.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/013_zpsev1brxdq.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/013_zpsev1brxdq.jpg.html)

[jy211]

Here is a pic of a Corvette that is going together along side of the 59. Complete DSE front and rear suspension with LS7 power. Should be in color by the end of next week.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/013_zpsev1brxdq.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/013_zpsev1brxdq.jpg.html)

what's up with the impala?

[NAPA 68]

Starting to make the final push. Front end is together...............front wheels are on..................should be on its tires by the end of tomorrow.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsqm7ew6ty.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsqm7ew6ty.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsjlzuuxgp.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsjlzuuxgp.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpssxpggxxo.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpssxpggxxo.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zps7mwsj5bo.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zps7mwsj5bo.jpg.html)

And the paint on the Corvette came out spectacular. These pics do no justice.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpssao27rby.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpssao27rby.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zpsa9wyhb9k.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zpsa9wyhb9k.jpg.html)

[waynieZ]

Sweet!

[kwhizz]

:trophy-1302::trophy-1302:

[NAPA 68]

PSC steering resevoir for the steering / brakes
http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/020_zps1f3srv6n.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/020_zps1f3srv6n.jpg.html)

Getting the brake lines finalized............
http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/021_zps3f5vxc8m.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/021_zps3f5vxc8m.jpg.html)

Exhaust final install............
http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/022_zps5q4acdkk.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/022_zps5q4acdkk.jpg.html)

Estopp install...............
http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/023_zpsaas0k05w.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/023_zpsaas0k05w.jpg.html)
http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/024_zps5o4losnb.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/024_zps5o4losnb.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/025_zpsflero2fj.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/025_zpsflero2fj.jpg.html)

Dynamat installed along with Vintage Air...........
http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/026_zpsgxtlq0ne.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/026_zpsgxtlq0ne.jpg.html)

Ready for the front clip!
http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/027_zpsl9ydpdc9.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/027_zpsl9ydpdc9.jpg.html)

[USAZR1]

All right! Now we can get cooking:gitrdun:

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsdjfvddqg.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zpsdjfvddqg.jpg.html)

18" pindrives from Vintage Wheels? I'm probably going to buy a set from them or PS Engineering/Vintage Wheel Works.

[214Chevy]

Looking damn good. I have that same PSC reservoir...nice piece

[kwhizz]

:relax::relax::relax::trophy-1302:

[NAPA 68]

18" pindrives from Vintage Wheels? I'm probably going to buy a set from them or PS Engineering/Vintage Wheel Works.

Yes they are......................but they are made by ET. So far, I'm happy with them.

Tim

[USAZR1]

Yes they are......................but they are made by ET. So far, I'm happy with them.
Tim


E-T Sebring wheels, instead of Vintage Wheels? That's interesting because they look almost identical. I think I'm going to look at the ET wheels, again.
What size wheels are those for your 59?
Thanks

[NAPA 68]

E-T Sebring wheels, instead of Vintage Wheels? That's interesting because they look almost identical. I think I'm going to look at the ET wheels, again.
What size wheels are those for your 59?
Thanks

They are identical................ET make them for Vintage. The fronts are 18X8 and the rears are 18x10.

Thanks,

Tim

[USAZR1]

They are identical................ET make them for Vintage. The fronts are 18X8 and the rears are 18x10.
Thanks,
Tim


I talked to Scott at E-T, today, and he told me that. As much as I want another set of knockoffs, I'll probably order a set of bolt-ons, in 18x9 fronts and either 18x10 or 18x11 rears. Plan to run a 275 front and 315 rear.
Sure glad I found your thread.

edit: By the time I spend the money for center caps w/three spoke spinners and lug nuts for the bolt-on Sebring wheels, it's not that much more money to just get pindrives.

[gofastwclass]

The knock off and pin drives look super sharp! :D :thumbsup:

[214Chevy]

The knock off and pin drives look super sharp! :D :thumbsup:

Yes indeed and I love them on this car. They are very befitting. Are they one piece, cast wheels or are they multi-piece?

[NAPA 68]

Yes indeed and I love them on this car. They are very befitting. Are they one piece, cast wheels or are they multi-piece?

They are a multi-piece. More pics next week.....................it going together nicely:thumbsup:

[NAPA 68]

As promised........................

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zps0k0hkii5.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/001_zps0k0hkii5.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsw8qus4um.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/002_zpsw8qus4um.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsoxd0sb98.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsoxd0sb98.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsvls7osv4.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/004_zpsvls7osv4.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsumqk0qxj.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsumqk0qxj.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zpshraelwwu.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zpshraelwwu.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zpsnwkwsdfn.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zpsnwkwsdfn.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zps68qq3zju.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zps68qq3zju.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpsnbun3u0h.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpsnbun3u0h.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/010_zpsgror5pjp.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/010_zpsgror5pjp.jpg.html)

[jarhead]

crazy details on the Old Girl :thumbsup:

[waynieZ]

Sweet!

[tgvettes]

I would totally drive this. way cool project!

[syborg tt]

Such an incredible project.

Btw I mountain bike at Kettle in the summer and would love to swing by to see the car


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[NAPA 68]

Such an incredible project.

Btw I mountain bike at Kettle in the summer and would love to swing by to see the car


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PM me your info................no problem!

[kwhizz]

Tracey's Purse holding up ?????...…...LOL

[NAPA 68]

Tracey's Purse holding up ?????...…...LOL

Perhaps a bit abused....................it will survive!

[NAPA 68]

Closer..............................

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180604_165607647_zpsaqrdaxps.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180604_165607647_zpsaqrdaxps.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180604_171011883_zpsxid96wdg.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/IMG_20180604_171011883_zpsxid96wdg.jpg.html)

[NAPA 68]

Here's a few more shots of the 69 Corvette this shop is doing along side of my car.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/IMG_20180604_171057610_zpsgufzdodj.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/IMG_20180604_171057610_zpsgufzdodj.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/IMG_20180604_171112500_zpsl3uo7ubl.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/IMG_20180604_171112500_zpsl3uo7ubl.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/IMG_20180604_171327683_zps21mtl4vb.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/IMG_20180604_171327683_zps21mtl4vb.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/IMG_20180604_171252530_zps6qqbpmtl.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/IMG_20180604_171252530_zps6qqbpmtl.jpg.html)

[NAPA 68]

Wired up.........waiting for some small parts to come in. Then, add the rest of the fluids and twist the tail.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsuvuupb53.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/005_zpsuvuupb53.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsq1g2mczc.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/003_zpsq1g2mczc.jpg.html)

I'm thinking I am going to need shorter springs for the rear. This is on its weight and looks to have a rake. I personally, do not like these cars with a rake.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zps7ft9erkg.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/007_zps7ft9erkg.jpg.html)

I must say, one of the items I have been TOTALLY thrilled with is the bumpers just bolted on...............and square as the day is long. The front sheet metal fits much better than is used to with the original chassis.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zpschjclih5.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/008_zpschjclih5.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zpsygrafhus.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/006_zpsygrafhus.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpschovwkqw.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/009_zpschovwkqw.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/010_zpsw4x2y1x8.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/010_zpsw4x2y1x8.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/011_zpss0fbh0rf.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/011_zpss0fbh0rf.jpg.html)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/b437/napa68/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/012_zps74vgy35q.jpg (http://s1043.photobucket.com/user/napa68/media/59%20Chevy%20Bel%20Air/012_zps74vgy35q.jpg.html)

[waynieZ]

Very Nice!! It's looking good.

[gofastwclass]

Looks great. Just drop it by my place and I'll... make sure to work the bugs out for you so it's safe and reliable. :D :D :drive: :drive:

[jarhead]

Outstanding !

[NAPA 68]

Ride height is set. Now just a few bugs to work out and get the engine and trans tuned. Really close. Then I'll take a bunch of finished pics.

Tim

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[tubbed69]

That's one very cool car:thumbsup:great job

[USAZR1]

Looks great, Tim. Don't you love it when a plan comes together.

[214Chevy]

That is just all sorts of cool. Great choice on wheel color/finish too.

[NAPA 68]

We scaled the car out yesterday. This is with me in it (250lbs). I dont think I could have gotten a 50/50 weight bias if I tried.

I had a problem with the rear bottoming out, regardless of how I set up the shocks.

Big shout out to the Roadster Shop! They have been uber helpful in the fine tuning................service after the sale!

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[NAPA 68]

This car has been BORING! We just drive the hell out of it:lol:

I've been busy with so many other things, that I have not focused on this car all that much. Until as of recent. I have what looks to be a reoccurring issue with spark plugs (twice). I thought I'd throw it out there to see if any of you may have an opinion or experience that is similar.

I rolled the car out of winter storage this year, and proceeded to go for a ride. The engine developed a miss to it. I figured it out to be the #2 cylinder (running much cooler). I pulled the plug, and that looked good. Checked for spark on that cylinder, all good. Took a compression test, all good. Swapped injectors......no change. I then shot gunned a spark plug at it, voila! All good now.

Then yesterday, just driving along, and it starts to miss again. I got the car back to my shop, the number 8 cylinder is running cool. I then proceeded to change out all of the plugs, and we're good again.

In the pic, I am pointing at the #8 plug. Admittedly, the #2 looked much the same when I pulled it. in both instances, the plus seems to be breaking down under load. So, could I just have gotten a load of bad fuel? Are these plugs known to be that sensitive?

The remaining plugs (except #2) have just about 6k miles on them
https://i.imgur.com/dzpqGrPh.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/7SkZumSh.jpg

And a pic of the car as it sits today
https://i.imgur.com/NAu3lyIh.jpg

I am not trying to overthink this. Let me know if I am?

In advance, thanks for your thoughts.
Tim

[camcojb]

Awesome! :thumbsup:

[214Chevy]

Looking damn good!!

[Che70velle]

I’d try closing the plug gap up about .005 and see if it will retain a tad more heat without messing up the actual heat range of the plug. Fwiw the tune looks great from what those plugs show. Also make sure the engine (block) is still well grounded. Killer car man!!!