Project 66 Nova - Page 10

Paul Merolla · 06-25-2012, 12:40 PM

Snapped a couple more pics this weekend...

Got the clutch, trans, and shifter all installed, and finally the last of the stainless trim. Clutch linkage and brake plumbing are next.

larrylomascolo · 06-26-2012, 01:04 PM

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 .

Paul Merolla · 12-23-2012, 01:12 PM

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.

Marty Knox · 12-23-2012, 01:38 PM

Very nice work! I hope my El Camino comes out at least half as good.

Geerhead55 · 12-23-2012, 03:22 PM

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.
Danny Durham

Ken Miele · 12-23-2012, 04:07 PM

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.

Paul Merolla · 12-23-2012, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Geerhead55

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.
Danny Durham

Thanks, Danny. I'm starting with a 5.38, mainly because I got a deal on them from another stocker guy locally. The intake is the 3875954 for the Q-Jet.

Glenn Hayes · 12-23-2012, 05:34 PM

Paul,
Top-Shelf-Job on the car and details!

What color of Red did you go with?

It looks really great on there.

Paul Merolla · 12-23-2012, 09:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Glenn Hayes

Paul,
Top-Shelf-Job on the car and details!

What color of Red did you go with?

It looks really great on there.

Thanks, Glenn. It's Viper Red.

Ed Carpenter · 12-25-2012, 05:17 PM

Paul great job on the car. It looks great. Did you buy or make the battery hold down and tray?

06-25-2012, 12:40 PM	#91
Paul Merolla Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Papillion, NE Posts: 608 Likes: 238 Liked 293 Times in 65 Posts	Re: Project update Snapped a couple more pics this weekend... Got the clutch, trans, and shifter all installed, and finally the last of the stainless trim. Clutch linkage and brake plumbing are next.

06-26-2012, 01:04 PM	#92
larrylomascolo Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Ontario,canada Posts: 440 Likes: 70 Liked 66 Times in 29 Posts	Re: Project update 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 . Last edited by larrylomascolo; 06-26-2012 at 02:46 PM.

12-23-2012, 01:12 PM	#93
Paul Merolla Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2001 Location: Papillion, NE Posts: 608 Likes: 238 Liked 293 Times in 65 Posts	Re: Project update 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
Marty Knox Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Freeland MI Posts: 179 Likes: 283 Liked 44 Times in 19 Posts	Re: Project update Very nice work! I hope my El Camino comes out at least half as good.

12-23-2012, 03:22 PM	#95
Geerhead55 VIP Member Join Date: Sep 2002 Location: Tacoma, Washington Posts: 1,632 Likes: 0 Liked 5 Times in 5 Posts	Re: Project update 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. Danny Durham

12-23-2012, 04:07 PM	#96
Ken Miele Live Reporter Join Date: Dec 2000 Posts: 4,819 Likes: 450 Liked 16,180 Times in 1,480 Posts	Re: Project 66 Nova 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.

12-23-2012, 05:34 PM	#98
Glenn Hayes Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Weeki Wachee, Florida Posts: 348 Likes: 416 Liked 18 Times in 12 Posts	Re: Project 66 Nova Paul, Top-Shelf-Job on the car and details! What color of Red did you go with? It looks really great on there. __________________ "Real Race Cars Have Tailgates"

12-25-2012, 05:17 PM	#100
Ed Carpenter Live Reporter Join Date: May 2006 Location: Dripping Springs, Tx Posts: 2,709 Likes: 186 Liked 520 Times in 132 Posts	Re: Project 66 Nova Paul great job on the car. It looks great. Did you buy or make the battery hold down and tray? __________________ Ed Carpenter 2005 Chevy Cobalt A/SM Race Engine Development