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06-25-2012, 12:40 PM | #91 |
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06-26-2012, 01:04 PM | #92 |
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Super nice hot rod and the vinyl top sets it off,good decision ,man whata sharp chevy II . price out the deluxe model S-Warner gauges in 2 1/16" or 2 5/8" would look nice and cheaper than 8 bills.,keep posting Paul .
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12-23-2012, 01:12 PM | #93 |
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I noticed the new build forum this morning and asked Ken to move this thread into it...then I saw that it's been 6 months since I added anything...so here we go:
The dash is taking shape, along with the wiring. All that's left for wiring is the line lock button, tach, and the microswitch on the clutch pedal. I cut the cost of the gauges a bit by going with the mechanical oil pressure, but I had to have the electric water temp so I splurged on that one. Got a scrap of 1/8" aluminum and made the gauge panel, then I used a scotchbrite disc on my drill to make the swirl marks. The work in the trunk is 99% done, I just need to finish my battery hold-down. Under the hood is also really close, just needs radiator hoses and a few odds and ends. And the Q-Jet is under the Christmas tree! Here's my Suzuki Samurai alternator...it's one of the few applications that have the small Nippondenso with a v-belt pulley. $80 at O'Reilly's. I don't have any pics, but I broke down and bought a pair of Kirkey aluminum seats. I hate the idea, but in the end, cost and weight savings won out. I think maybe next winter's projects might include having some Nova SS lookalike covers made for them. More pics to come pretty soon. |
12-23-2012, 01:38 PM | #94 |
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Very nice work! I hope my El Camino comes out at least half as good.
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12-23-2012, 03:22 PM | #95 |
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Its coming along just fine, Paul. It'll be great to see it out there soon. I've got 2 questions, what gear ratio are you going to run,, and what intake are you using? I miss my '66 SS that I had in the '70s,, they're fun little cars. Take care.
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12-23-2012, 04:07 PM | #96 |
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Very nice work Paul, keep the pictures coming. I love my new Kirkey, you may not like the rule, but you will love seat. I like the idea of a custom cover too.
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Paul,
Top-Shelf-Job on the car and details! What color of Red did you go with? It looks really great on there.
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12-25-2012, 05:17 PM | #100 |
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Paul great job on the car. It looks great. Did you buy or make the battery hold down and tray?
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