Here's some photos of where I started and as I get more posted hopefully it will help keep me motivated to make this into a drivable car someday.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/c44663d08c45545a31f3655fba8a719f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/829202c00505698087ef2bcb189ef831.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/f61a5e8a9d2fd78d78251cb3e0e5405c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/77587978738cb99cc166e1296d4c5748.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/86779d054e66290ad839d49c8975cbc8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/b390a5e57f9547d4ae313c68e93e64f0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/dc529c3bdd03872b625b0c1336ff2396.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/b06b34859a67915e5d387ac09e43d4a8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/9f8dc7638a1ba3202ab54a605eef6b3e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/64fc1fde6de38c7f79528fb4cd8bb3d6.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/a452fc30e168ff17a14622bef94a78e8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/3be0412a7d66c57f23f7cd98f6f70d8f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/c41eca0cb59f81607de75f586ab58bde.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/e3b54577e540052fd1dc3b9bf40a6a1c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/bcf9c11f302727e8e219c6dc5d285ecc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/9961299f2b3ebe980e4fb14a97d3da3a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180128/12f9652a22e46c19d6cfce9ee72a3ae3.jpg)
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You have a lot to work with there. What's your vision of the finished product?
I going for a pretty cool reliable driver I can have some fun in.
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Pretty awesome! :wrenching: :woohoo:
Looks nice and solid.
Not sure if you are looking for advice and I am no expert, but I would get in contact with a media blaster and have them blast the challenger and blast the parts so you can start fresh. It takes forever to clean up old parts and you can save time and focus that time elsewhere if the parts get cleaned up by a media blaster. :handshake:
:popcorn: Sweet :banana:
Looks like a great start! Enjoy! :bradsthumb:
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Not sure if you are looking for advice and I am no expert, but I would get in contact with a media blaster and have them blast the challenger and blast the parts so you can start fresh. It takes forever to clean up old parts and you can save time and focus that time elsewhere if the parts get cleaned up by a media blaster. :handshake:
For sure. Time is money. And it will reveal all. Which can save money and time and sanity.
Good luck !
Quote from: Marc70challenger on January 28, 2018, 04:54:43 PM
Which can save money and time and sanity.
Fixing these cars has something to do with sanity?!?
not sure about that... :thinking:
Quote from: dodj on January 28, 2018, 05:03:49 PM
Quote from: Marc70challenger on January 28, 2018, 04:54:43 PM
Which can save money and time and sanity.
Fixing these cars has something to do with sanity?!?
not sure about that... :thinking:
Some of it. :haha:
Is that an NOS beer you are using up??? :drunk: :drunk: :haha: :haha:
I'm a bit past the very beginning... Just want to share some photos (we all like photos right?) With those that understand the struggle.
And advise is always welcome, from what I've seen so far you guys are a great group and I'm happy to be a part of it. Thanks!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/f6aaeca7c6c8e9461560abfa4f3dcb86.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/ab0d335678e504462d3727dbde1c31eb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/c06345d70609f1ce1d102cbb22d37175.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/86e21a01142d6b38c17ddcad0288426e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/480adef2c829fb9ca5b66381bc887203.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/6b122814cd748f175a5011578eea11b7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/c09a3ecb27da5d4a8ee17de9a11473d6.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/938b62f48f029c8ccc62be618a9c1a90.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/7dc6edcc3b1b072257dd2a6f1667d03a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/f68b278f068c56e831587e34e0561535.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/b6a92757a299288f60ecb791347f5ab3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/cab764df70a91691f979e0e0e871230c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/4fd5615379844911a4c995b4d212a693.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/f1faae54cb2312d82e677e8dfb315e25.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180129/12b315ad25ac4bfea6e985c467f488b4.jpg)
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:wrenching: Looks pretty soild as far as the metal goes. That's the important part. :popcorn:
Nice project you have there Kewl. It looks like it was originally red (FE5), are you planning on taking it back to that color?
No I'm not going with the red... I like the purple with some black so I'm going to get crazy with the plum[emoji16]
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Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on January 29, 2018, 01:26:15 PM
No I'm not going with the red... I like the purple with some black so I'm going to get crazy with the plum[emoji16]
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That's cool 8) 8) I love Plum Crazy and black too!
The only 2k primer my local supplier had in stock at the time was yellow unfortunately... I had to get the bare metal covered.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/3bd4c8df9e541f7beb04aa3401b185e1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/71c5f38d154c2c8d6d6bb6df2cfe63ef.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/a1bee429fca7dbc31d962cea82931bc8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/976242dc955460065058e789e03b7fa8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/33009340d9e54fa7ce7792e81d8d8c66.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/677b886bd3c9a2dab2028cf77b6338e5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/acbc86c4ff746649d113e11d40ffd2af.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/35711f84826d512b6703982c21826c3e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/63fcd5c2040b2cb776f6c78900f6fb28.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/7ebe3a925646c6b23d1df4b7d52ab30f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/25fe2fb4897983489d6faa844db3bddd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/2a0a43c605d858c9c7ec77934992c123.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/19c8be9924556f4f2539477313c381d1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/74b7fd6a74319b9735319d53d7b27154.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180131/fcba5647ee1cb437e1b17e8e49d789de.jpg)
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Great car and great progress!!!
I agree: You've got some ugly work behind you already.
Just found your cool project!
Fast work in a short time; good for you.
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Been working on it for a while... just recently found this forum and want to share progress photos. Hopefully I'll put up something that may be helpful to someone else's project.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/761725de1a9727cd49ab513658895004.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/100760246ee70521bb41ed3fc24a37fc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/8545d282ab98dd3afb3127e344457a58.jpg)
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This 440 was the plan. Very clean inside an a forged crank. I should have kept it.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/6f7d455660792d0485cdd86bec48caa0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/fd77f3b444d98d2b63da2c4342817e00.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/ee4fa7e6c40837d4354f66c5213bcd6b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/55f60ceb0d1d7284df159ddf2bc90406.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/e6efce5cd96a797fdd4be9be06e7cf9e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/231803f540396e96b263a112aefa8482.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/f7e358b61e5262f706c5e3627838e463.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/0498ad8de010087fa67e5df1d81cd12b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/a5b0185505657880f366bccaff9c1787.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/326abc4a55099d2c065cfaf32c0d5489.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/262e4472499dd04bed5684bfc644e54b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/05e3df48cb5db2887d68a728dab25156.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/e58dd6376b5f3cda6560cc15060841d0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/050f9755ba279968a3eb204ba9f15590.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/49e2a76680b941f9b81a4c5a11d001e0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/f0d38cae955677a19385a9ea37600510.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/60e472724df79d9d73a6b72343878c88.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/fff313b99c2d91d10950ec8e518da1bd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/83f26162ef48f8bdd1450619a1c9588b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/d2ed443961313cb0f6a37397ae8e387b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180202/58c72bd793fd769fa7e11396041a01de.jpg)
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Switching from a column to floor shift(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/0e19306ec628556337e8000a58ce33fe.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/4660f7dfaf57d0c7645684cedb4dab96.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/ac7fc5d6aeef3e8e4cff200b1d903bef.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/92c9bd36300ff433f99eea34dde37cf7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/66522d4785cba77da567b386dd508e31.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/ec4bda3c556b83c7a0ba274404b15013.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/24b62ff5319bbe75e3f102fb5b2f0c39.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/c6ce259446dc198c9836073f948097ff.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/1d4adf5f6c85c9aa898bba5d753a7553.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180203/8c8c746eacd5b66a1ff0d6167a032e97.jpg)
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Nice! Looks like its going to be a really nice driver.
You're making nice progress in a relatively short time. What plans, if any, do you have around adding some frame stiffening like subframe connectors? I made my life a bit more complicated by deciding late to add the stiffening components. Everything I used was from US Car Tool - good stuff.
Quote from: Dakota on February 05, 2018, 03:19:39 AM
You're making nice progress in a relatively short time. What plans, if any, do you have around adding some frame stiffening like subframe connectors? I made my life a bit more complicated by deciding late to add the stiffening components. Everything I used was from US Car Tool - good stuff.
No plans for any frame work at this time. That's some more project I'm not even thinking about... ill probably be happy If it's ever a driveable car I can take down the road.
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That 440 would have been a nice fit, so you got rid of it?
Quote from: RUNCHARGER on February 05, 2018, 10:52:29 AM
That 440 would have been a nice fit, so you got rid of it?
Yeah it's gone I'll get some pics of why.
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I got a deal on this I just couldn't pass up. I really didn't like those blue rocker cover hold downs so I made a set from 6061 aluminum. When I changed To a center sump oil Pan I noticed the timing gears and I really didn't want that either so Itgot a nice double roller chain. Then there is a little modification for the oil pick up... the block was drilled for 1/2"inch pick up so I just modified the one I had.[emoji16][emoji482](https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/b3e9995665cce373f889af3fa5bb7e60.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/6ffd6669bc566537bb65f9cb8c163387.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/2a377d15ee2f3ce1faef4aabab6fcefe.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/7a9b3e9c4c4cf356c161e91cf960585e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/759fd9f32a612c1cca79ea62ce8ca84b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/56571f7ef5572bb0bfe2e9b215ece8c9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/c6997fd01f23172f10cc0dc87ba1ba18.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/e9fd72a7f6a03f953eb3b7c49ffa6506.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/154cac64673f838b4b6131d61d2305a8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/70b2519afe6d5f8dd035890c4fc7c475.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/8c64177f1afac2ec81df1d48fa694ba8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/691e9c94373b8d6df09524b169d2a725.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/9a5afa52812477fae8a9f8edb092a5dc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/84ba067ec6c05216ba544fd1dd023652.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/03d590a66cc2d6af8653fdeb291d3bd1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180209/9344b685061fe5fa2ebbff5049ab2e30.jpg)
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Ooooh nice! So you machine parts? Gotta like that.
Yeah currently Machinist/welder
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I have to say looking at some of the other projects here it doesn't seem like my project is as involved as I thought.
Any ideas on what the bracket circled in the last photo is for? There's one on each side. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/595424fd30e32e74c07ce3261cce2738.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/b63ee03fb943ee2ae79f781ced01ba2a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/5060b1d0cef3cd865e9d2b89e438d0b2.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/e3dc1985968579f5f2a62cad2f9dbf37.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/a9fc838078bed87a58fdfe8b99fcfa19.jpg)
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I knew I had more photos somewhere (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/a47224f3edd493899de3770b7684febd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/9fe18ab29bf2785a961bc8f0478a921a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/855e2507305a76cf36c544890554d754.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/a967545dda22affc0923da17f6b8c827.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/be7e2e357101fe0a0917fa9d196aad2b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/2fbc945a7e725f25684de4aa240d895a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/0e8fbe378a456fbb0c3fd96549589c44.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/80b6c9efe0372adce2a53c831f6aff2a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/ca85b221c41331253a07ae4fee0961ae.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/22a0c68dad85b1d81460c7b7c7018f96.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/393f18c2b0afe3e09bc8d6002c76518a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/3eec9860c85b187224115dff84ed607e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/e9ec3e0506d9bd7495ef1e530ad14597.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/8529e609486472cc4fea8a5fc236a3ec.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/f03fc952e7fd9b969d9b4dfa7ec5f341.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/84647d1280f0197205796d68fa9781da.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/a2ac1e6212d3ed088a376152b0ac5e7b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/836120bb97f9bb509e3a186bf67877cd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/37b13b11f435248138d3288db477b957.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/5cf895b418fb34ef06e1399ab6f53df4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/28b6a4c35515d7e19ee6e1119fc7e036.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/fde81be37d90e43c375444b8e95a18ea.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/d1aa6ed4884e111111b7fa01852344b3.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/40a6e1369ad6f3da9ee996b1534d2acc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/fde072492c5d1fb8cc7003a871d0fa3f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/a47c934924c6d1a5433a99963aae95ae.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/1269c693f4e15787d5f5d00959627b66.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/425121a95b6cc95f1d23b8da6bc51347.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/9c08271ee2d7de6bf2852c03a890a477.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180211/85e38a482cfd875ca92caa0d47c88728.jpg)
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Car is looking really good. Those brackets were used to tie the car to the transporter when new.
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Looking better and better. I love the engine. Im attracted to aluminium. Keep it up.
Your marching right along! Good for you! Is that also yours, the candy apple T/A ? I always had a soft spot for those....
79 T/A Used to be mine... sold it [emoji53] to many cars not enough space. It was cool though everyone seemed to love the color. I refinished the fenders on a friend's Harley while I was trying to decide on a color for the T/A and it was so nice that I used it on the car. It was originally their orangie kind of red.
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Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on February 10, 2018, 05:59:04 PM
I have to say looking at some of the other projects here it doesn't seem like my project is as involved as I thought.
Any ideas on what the bracket circled in the last photo is for? There's one on each side.
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I understand they are tie down brackets and were used as attaching points on the car during transport when new.
Not really going to be seen much but I'll know(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180219/53d66b98a288c97f793d5dc9aaa8bac2.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180219/beb9233fe52465dca7e54fa11d9b1562.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180219/f470587d210559e36be16e65ac891803.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180219/b10c21683855d062a33ac62dbf9f6f8f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180219/6726fa86d752c8af6e1ba2566f17a15c.jpg)
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After seeing the great work anlauto does I'm not sure I want to keep showing my hackery.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180301/5b06458fe69f888443860c7513a11264.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180301/fe639c25a723756b05e4c20a8dc4987d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180301/e10a61c956e2731897dfb8c9f7321031.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180301/4e33c873a260f039be31f25dd24f49bf.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180301/037c3cfbbcbda39985bb0dbe2d11d58e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180301/48536d3dc456966fd55cf1016208195d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180301/3cdadc78737fd5a120ba1f65f5316ced.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180301/5b4e5f04d37fd6495395d009e8c6b5b2.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180301/e873131211732afafdfd87c79f406590.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180301/88fc0eea72df4661a42111172752a94e.jpg)
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I dunno: You sealed it all up and I don't think it is going to rust.
Few more pics in the name of progress. Hopefully I'll have the drive train Installed this year And maybe with some luck I'll find a set of front seats for this thing that are not garbage. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/280e46d5cab9a4b5f87e5e03a5951909.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/db80fa1dbe87a1849e696aad1d8c2519.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/6b9aaab6fdba0785348a12aef512a273.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/e616d0cf2bb4c4e70c7a661d0e398aba.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/905d882622bbff74d5a85e96ee773112.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/80417c4be3b1c4ea84f8d4ae3bd962ff.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/4dac886a6b63aba3f642f96afe5be15e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/471db6997134cf886b75a4be94b2f7bb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/9f4f03f696b04b9913affb95c8534b9b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/d010ca4bdda8f337bd31b3588aabb665.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/a6ac2e69d6bd92776bf4934ac594625b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180308/efa88250004329afa949e110eb9fe12c.jpg)
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:wrenching: Wow, that is coming together quick. "Someday" will be here in no time! 8) :popcorn:
Impressive work and speed! Nice solid body you got there. Ready for the summer maybe?
Quote from: Ifixmycarmyself on March 09, 2018, 10:51:13 AM
Impressive work and speed! Nice solid body you got there. Ready for the summer maybe?
Probably not ready by summer however hopefully I'll have the drivetrain in, brakes and suspension all set up and exhaust in place.
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Wow! I just ran across your thread and after reading it from start to finish I have to say I'm impressed with your skills and ambition. :twothumbsup: Seeing how that car looked when you started, I would have run away screaming! You're definitely bringing it back to life! :bigthumb:
Ya it's looking really good! I'll be thrilled if mine ends up looking half as good as your "hackery". Lol
Been watching your thread. :popcorn:
Nice Progress on your car.
I'll be tackling a new trunk floor on my Challenger shortly so can appreciate the extensive work you have done on your car body!
It's starting to look like a car!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180317/16530edcbd6837a025c1f322efe56546.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180317/bb9ae3b801bc92b286c88ea36a866e4a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180317/8d676f59d66450d331a2022d6b594039.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180317/ad2da3091cfe183744a7ac19b73c59bb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180317/b45daea439687de7cfc12731f458a1a7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180317/f368672e326f43de8f93c92e3086752c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180317/c6c1efa448faa8b1f7175cfa34f165a5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180317/48daca3654c4605c24f51d9483319803.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180317/d9454e8403d05a0d379c46d98991bde1.jpg)
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Coming along nicely.
Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on March 17, 2018, 10:09:21 AM
It's starting to look like a car!
Ya......a real nice car! :cheers:
Keep up the good work, you seem to be going 10x faster than most. You trying to finish before summer?
Pretty cool :bigthumb:
Quote from: nsmall on March 21, 2018, 08:59:01 PM
Keep up the good work, you seem to be going 10x faster than most. You trying to finish before summer?
It won't be done by a long shot, I am hoping to have the drivetrain in and running with the exhaust and brakes buttoned up. If I can get that done by the end of summer maybe along with some other progress I'll call it a win... these things sure get expensive.
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Hey guys,
I've been slacking off a bit and starting to get moving again...
I'm looking at the steering system now, I've already rebuilt the pump and looking at the gear box now. So I'm wondering if anyone has any info that may help me in the right direction with this box? It seems to turn pretty smooth by hand so I'm planning on cleaning it out and resealing it as it's been sitting around probably more than 20 years.
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In she goes(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180511/94a35dcde5f8eaa0baf4b9186b47df61.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180511/b2f8a2b1412bfa77f1b27df380db4a15.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180511/25e8975f7a9c3f2b669768f298215a3c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180511/ffd2b3bc19595c532c9eea4c7dce2472.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180511/7e0b1e06170590663c8311a31f95d8b5.jpg)
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That's looking good.
Now if I can get a starter in there that will be nice... those are hedman elite header 1 3/4".(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180514/cf2c8a8c534782e95eadd36d81d9b9e0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180514/809113ed9b145800615a5246c9a79217.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180514/3e4363cc85f93a861c694e324346fc0d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180514/1f886f9373eb51757623c56971715ddb.jpg)
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Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on May 14, 2018, 09:05:06 AM
Now if I can get a starter in there that will be nice... those are hedman elite header 1 3/4".
Any reason you did not mount the starter before the headers and while it was out of the car?
Yes there is... In the event the starter ever has to come out I wanted to see if it would be possible in the car with the exhaust in place. I haven't built one of these before and I can have that header out in about 10 minutes so I wanted to see.
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Nice job on the engine install. However, I'm glad I have a lift. It's much easier to drop the car down over the engine and K-Member. I love the color also. Almost makes me wish I had painted mine that color. Good luck with the starter. :twothumbsup:
Thanks, I only had to loosen the header bolts for a little wiggle room to install the starter. Sure isn't going to be much fun after everything else is assembled in place.
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Progress. Major progress and it looks great. Good job and keep on chugging along!
Still moving forward. Drive shaft in, new radiator, and getting the exhaust in place.
Still not sure what I want to to with my steering? Go through the gear box I have or just replace it. It does feel smooth turning by hand so I may give it a shot.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/24df3fa63e83a206e936b82cb04c580a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/a0b3f1fdfada102a9e7a43eca158ae15.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/37da211072601371ae372bc4f11e8348.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/c8d0eadb56380e56c3aac8f80be6ae3c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/69dc846acb11d2f0f1e6d5a66519e28f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/f5d90e99e52ac9169bb989914aab18df.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/aff5d89207c9f8ab19dbc466ecc3e01d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/d5a030612c71d109a9f9c8d19772173e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180624/176b055dc45170d8b6fc640406453c48.jpg)
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Has anyone gone through they're power steering box? I began dissecting mine and so far I found a broken Spring. I can find it in the parts catalog for a number but I'm not sure where i can by one? Any ideas?
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Not sure where to get the spring , Dave may know , or a rebuilder like cardone
or you could upgrade to a Firm Feel stage 3 box
The more I'm thinking about it I'd be foolish not to upgrade it. So I'll probably be calling firm feel after work today.
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So the power steering box is being shipped across the country To firm feel time to Keep Moving(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180706/609c3769acfaa6314df501a2fbe30db7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180706/9f9a256b183274ed9d39059c32d97a08.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180706/e706651a5ed854d6d2b616ca95abf478.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180706/00ba7bf3f3384c3fb79f36cf6a7ad9b2.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180706/b94d4e4540cc2d5da2534b71366ffe38.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180706/8cffd08b9321bd19324e37f636908438.jpg)
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So I finally welded up and redrilled the oversized holes in the filler tube that hold it to the body so I could install it. Now I have a question about the trim ring around the cap... am I missing something that should hold the flip cap to the trim ring and any ideas on how to hold the trim ring tighter to the body? There is a notch in the cap that lines up with a hole in the trim ring.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180708/95be44b78e1fb3f3089a1acd5c849fab.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180708/369752a4642097133933e3b44faef39e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180708/eafd9aa3a4cd9611ff8d4b4ea5d0114f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180708/646a8964a3bec7871e87c6b04bed202b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180708/44f924b31418ffa184ff6bfcca98e4a4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180708/e7493524f561210d3bfeb10d1ea0f210.jpg)
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1 of two columns stripped and cleaned.
I have a column shift and floor shift that came with the vehicle. Now that the floor shift column is apart (BIG THANK YOU TO CUDA CODY for your videos!) I see it's a 1973. Firm feel said they are 3 to 4 weeks on turn time for the gearbox so I have a little time to get things together. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180711/32faae07e9089d97fee8311cd21c99bb.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180711/e245ed04b5315ff17b730d8695aaf301.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180711/f8d12552b77388a9467f6e6a118ad591.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180711/10c3458e882cfded2961c0f52dfc47d0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180711/3bcd177c6d848edee8ead7cfa6b20c4d.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180711/1e7126ee4f1ba2732a3c8cb7843f4568.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180711/fa2b8799f6940710ba59a3ddad9b44e5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180711/7e2356d53e1626609b8f57b5d901233f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180711/5cf88c5b2514735ba320dd852d551cec.jpg)
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Hey guys I could use some help with these steering column bearings... I believe I found the correct upper bearing
http://www.rosevillemoparts.com/shopping_cart.php/p/bearing-upper-steering-column-shaft-all-62-90
Or
https://www.quirkparts.com/oem-parts/mopar-bearing-2265656#gopen
Same part number but I'm not sure about the lower bearing? The one I removed has the bearing in a cast aluminum housing and the ones I'm finding are plastic looking and I could just replace the bearing itself. Any idea that may help?(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180715/2ad941abe857487a8ede944fd94302b0.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180715/632e24a62766b0aad7599384e0e85390.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180715/a40fdc7c514bbab6d7d2e612427a4a9c.jpg)
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Dakota that is awesome Thank you!
Now I can get some pieces ordered and should have the column ready by the time the power steering box comes home.
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Steering column is rebuilt! And my firm feel upgraded gearbox is on it's way home.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/91bc326733cb5657bb9528ecd9eb454c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/93a8320d2ef2b4fc0310b04bf8b4f5a6.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/6d081aaa0183ed62868d6372913b5e97.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/fba9d1dc74a561953a56d4d4b7708bda.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/6646d91a4582cb854aaab1e4b10987ea.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/a67d83e279503281a581b637e3ff3e9e.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/85ad13b34a97d3124d88143b5f25dcbe.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/fac37335318aae640406f8c6aea37843.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/f42420b0f2904275e176a645225a15ab.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/150eea6d7ef68384b3c29acc2d08872b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/be81403e61c226bb174c9c1b11cc184b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/780945bf0ba252b9e1aebdae2afa59ae.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/8d76acc11da7b3d5466bb7792989044f.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/dc6c808eaa8fb6762997b7ef93cb2040.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/44dad6fd65b431bf2cae6002f73a2307.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/9a31e0cb96c421cdcc4805fa3eb38851.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/9cdf214c884e307e5ce74f8c91c743b9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180727/43e57702e37cba89eed256692fecad7a.jpg)
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And the black seal came with a cool sticker for the cabinet!(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180728/f08834a2f769e4644bb45c66751ebe75.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180728/9bb06d6ccac1c0cbca69ab1454013f57.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180728/b48cc43a6c978decb114e592ac332b0a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180728/642f9ebae4c950d2072279de0914f878.jpg)
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Hey guy's I hope everyone is well.
So here it is. Looks like new, Firm Feel did a real nice job. Can't wait to someday be able to actually drive this thing on the road so I can actually see how it feels. I think that natural finish is cool so it's just getting clearcoat. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180803/2cf2a57c18f15390ca6aa7bace9eaff5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180803/ec57118da754b9591bd53514edfa302a.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180803/5469a8d91267924ba00b83f72e5d7527.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180803/0224462b81a7cdb5ac873b4a786ac967.jpg)
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Great progress! I see my tips!
Nice job on the steering column rebuild! :bigthumb:
Awesome work your doing there.I get motivated just reading your post. Is that the original steering box to the car? I ask because I also owe a 70 challenger and have a steering box with a similar date code , I just spent $400 to rebuild it, only to learn it may not be original to the car. Thanks and keep up the awesome job.
I really have no idea if its original to this car...
I started with a shell of a car and a small pile of parts, this box was with it so I'm cleaning up and trying to use as much as I can that I got with it.
Original setup was a 225 slant 6 small rear axle and a/c.
So far I think this is not bad.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180805/5b7e9fa2947e0d0251bd416bbd5e7006.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180805/62a0261beb98a6c7aae40b5e7166c2db.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180805/d27652b8ec76b80e45f0a9927abf9614.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180805/96854db21d57a628f7b8ce937a9d490e.jpg)
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Hey guys I seem to think I remember the power steering box bolts weren't just plain 7/16x14 bolts just anyone recall something about that?
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Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on August 05, 2018, 03:44:31 PM
Hey guys I seem to think I remember the power steering box bolts weren't just plain 7/16x14 bolts just anyone recall something about that?
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In 1970 they used a 12 point 1/2 head bolt. 71+ used the standard 6 point 3/4 head.
Thanks!
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Kind of glad I pulled the header I have a little bit of exhaust leakage. These headman headers weren't quite flat. A little file and stone work cleaned them up a bit. A Bridgeport at home sure would come in handy once.
Probably not the most fun I could have had tonight, but it sure looks nice!
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Making it a late night here feeling like I'm getting somewhere... added some hoses and pretty much the rest of the steering components.
Good enough for pushing it around the garage. And the rearend is filled. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180806/e2bbb9a0e3ecf14836889f4c85bcf6f7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180806/689b87194ab9bb95a548c031fdb0c629.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180806/b128d92c51b918e6129b27bdcc5b9280.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180806/af6c7a5639978c4d304d687bf01e07a7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180806/4632bae51ab49c031779e180d64b3e6b.jpg)
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Here we go moving along, almost forgot to paint the master I was so ready to install it. I figured while the spray can was out I might as well do all the steering linkage cotter pins.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/e7415667d97338bf96c5fbe2d7ce4f8c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/a35f3b07e736f24c767860f9083f87ce.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/799581c075a121681cbd884623812259.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/a5d1281f2b86dc011081685eb1605813.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/ef2a2cd31583a38b313fe4bb1110d1b7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/daed2d0d11568a0837081e5c54c73cef.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/517d962182ef72733fcd8b7ce42ee312.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/8f6a0b1214edce7269fddc2502f5a786.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/41dadce2b9df52e491c06c2e14825209.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/6ddb70913c859611e6acdbfed2a9b724.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/3888a3869e705861efd53efa490d1adc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/a3f9701774be90564c99c765ae30dc16.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180808/dc2cd66f41c736ca2e8d19faf27987cb.jpg)
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I like your attention to detail! :worship: That's going to be very fine Chally when you're done. :bigthumb:
I only dream of doing detailed work like that. Thanks for posting, going to be a sweet car when done. Nice work lights too, years ago I didn't need any lights, now I light up everything.
Thanks guys,
Those lights are pretty sweet so far, I'll see how they hold up.on sale at harbor freight I figured at $5 each I'd take 2 probably should have got more, may go back. Little pocket flashlight also nice.
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Power steering and almost power brakes...
Few more parts on order And this thing may actually start, move, steer, and stop under its own power For the 1st time in probably 25-30 years at least.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180813/ccd0f754ec872ceac4f7b39b39d44938.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180813/6fd1cbea217cfd6bb0303e197a26ac94.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180813/b6664b73d026f629a9ba9e3c65aaf376.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180813/c61e98d5057c1cf137e19cec128372f1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180813/8f63243a3de8222806c2ba0333d98dce.jpg)
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WOW!!! That is some amazing work!! Look forward to seeing the finished masterpiece... Love the color too...
Thanks!
While waiting on parts I was looking at more parts so since I was waiting I figured I'd order more, I don't think this will ever end. One part was the Shifter linkage torque shaft. I Ordered new bushings while I was at it and had it apart Then I was thinking about painting some pieces and looking at where the shaft rides on the bushing it was all chewed up about .040 Kind of hard to see in the pictures I almost just painted it but I figured I might as well Weld it up and re machine it to size for a nice fit. That was an unplanned project.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180815/9d85e500244e1b99e8f71013399ce1d8.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180815/217cab1bc939105bcda8f4a7142cca7b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180815/e4861f9d8c9d5a284079d5f4b03b6620.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180815/3a10b7e6544d23c695b84581a2319a95.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180815/5de39a9ae7ff554b29a8ab7310234e3a.jpg)
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That was a good idea. That's the reason the slap sticks don't adjust correctly sometimes.
Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on August 15, 2018, 03:16:28 PM
While waiting on parts I was looking at more parts so since I was waiting I figured I'd order more
:haha: love it! Truth right there!
Yeah a little paint and these should work nicely. Definitely worth the repair time and really not that bad to do,and I really couldn't see a reason to replace the bushings if the shaft was worn.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180817/eb0a9a360b3ebc58b49c40db8901fbd9.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180817/8524faa85b7217142d09a757f678ae13.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180817/0ae2404e13c781f6bb896262533c0bf7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180817/1a5618acc4d9d772b2fb7a59c2150928.jpg)
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I'm beginning to think one of those powder coating systems might be the way to go for some of these small brackets and things Any thoughts on that or anybody know about what it might cost to have things like this powder coated? And watch out for that,
too late... container of washer's(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180818/c26a7bf9ee9340385e00265611017eba.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180818/ea2d23bd3daed20e3ded5fabf124b1dc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180818/8cc2d29bee2bbd86e18cabf850c7f4fe.jpg)
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So who may know if replacement pigtails with sockets included are made for those?(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180818/a9f290ac0c1682a4d729bfaf6a7017ca.jpg)
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Quote from: RJChallenger on August 05, 2018, 10:21:01 AM
Awesome work your doing there.I get motivated just reading your post. Is that the original steering box to the car? I ask because I also owe a 70 challenger and have a steering box with a similar date code , I just spent $400 to rebuild it, only to learn it may not be original to the car. Thanks and keep up the awesome job.
That is not a 70 PS box. It's late 1973 so I believe it uses the larger pitman arm.
The steering column is also not 1970
Cool build.
What paint did you use for the Plum Crazy?
Dupont chromabase single stage for the insides, someday the outside will get a basecoat/clearcoat.
The column is a 1973.
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Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on August 17, 2018, 06:11:21 PM
I'm beginning to think one of those powder coating systems might be the way to go for some of these small brackets and things Any thoughts on that or anybody know about what it might cost to have things like this powder coated? And watch out for that,
too late... container of washer's(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180818/c26a7bf9ee9340385e00265611017eba.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180818/ea2d23bd3daed20e3ded5fabf124b1dc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180818/8cc2d29bee2bbd86e18cabf850c7f4fe.jpg)
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Powder Coating is not expensive to get into. You can buy a gun from Eastwood or HF, I have both. Main thing is the oven, which you can pick up at a Thrift Store, I was lucky enough to get a laboratory oven when my company shut down,( Dont get me started on that) Powder can be bought at many different places. But you will need a blast cabinet or know what chemicals to use. I just use the blast cabinet.
Thanks timbbuc2
I have a blast cabinet that should work and for some reason today I started looking at ovens.
I do have another question for you guys for some reason I'm thinking I should have a 3 pin neutral park starting switch Mine is only a single pin not sure what that's all about... any thoughts? I suppose it's a different year thing? It does work.
Here are some more photos just for fun. Let me know if you see anything really wrong. (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180824/5bb5cf2fb9aff396be83f35c294dfc92.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180824/c00252a9cad2e1f21b75f2f5d81dbb94.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180824/6717d5a69f1947add2c6dba1e7439553.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180824/98c36fd07952399350dd93cac27a7406.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180824/0ec9a3d8bc98e5025e7e0daeaa02dde4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180824/9b8328cb2af9f18aa54858217132a3cc.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180824/cd90e21f3f2e5dc35d5e0060e41e469c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180824/47a6e009e933db9c8c8db5a97f286786.jpg)
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Yes you need a three pin. The one pin is 69 and older.
That's cool, thanks Morty426
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That torque converter shield looks pretty good with some clearcoat.
So I'm pretty certain I can make this start, move, steer, and stop(Holy Jesus).
I'm gonna need somewhere to do that from so I started looking at the inside while I wait for my Backup light switch and harness. What's your guys' thoughts on some kind of sound deadening like a DynaMat or other options. just looking at recommendations from those who have and haven't done it.(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180825/2d6de5e5c53c7315596b452535f26132.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180825/22275fcdfd6fc3f8afec7cd788f3c6cd.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180825/7395c7894da5cfae7b480f5f517a07b5.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180825/9ce7dd4269d12e31e2bcacd1c15d0b52.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180825/b5211f7ec77248e85c17628d2c478514.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180825/0698bf4541a2a420a54476842ae05377.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180825/a481bb95eb717520ca4c55bf5a558e8e.jpg)
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Wow that is a great looking inspection shield - looks like a West Coast part.
I've heard good things about Dynamat but I think Summit Racing might have their own brand that might be a lot cheaper
Check with your local body shop supply as well. We sell two different types and I did my own cars in Pro-Form brand. I don't like that it adds a bit of weight but it quietens down the car a bit. Don't forget to add it on the inside of the doors to take a bit of the rattle out when closing them.
This stuff does Not smell. I liked the customer serivce at this shop. Have nothing but positive things to say....https://store.secondskinaudio.com/
I can send pics to you. Or share on this thread. Just let me know and I will show you what I did.
Oh, I recommend putting some sound deadner on the doors and roof, I put insulation on the roof after I installed the sound deadner. I live in the desert and wanted to reduce the heat coming in.
I can send pics to you. Or share on this thread. Just let me know and I will show you what I did.
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Whichever is easier for you would be cool if you don't mind.
Thanks...
Any thoughts on wheels out there.
I'm kind of liking these(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180826/a03fd3c698fa452eac36b89e826d78ab.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180826/7d38a463ffeb9fce8bf16ef5e8cdb84f.jpg)
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Year ones web site had a 71 to see how they look... I think I like.
And I may experiment with my old 14's(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180827/b964632c3c175c5fd05a2442b1f3863b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180827/ca5d73422d88baf2a7dcd87fa18c4639.jpg)
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The park reverse switch showed up... without the rubber seal so while I'm waiting on that to install it and get the exhaust back on it time to learn how to powder coat.
Made a little contraption to open the Spring to blast and spray. That color is pretty close a little dark but it's a Spring and does look pretty darn nice.
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That's a good trick! :bigthumb:
Jim
I apply the powder outside when the wind is not blowing, that darn stuff will go everywhere. Also I use a good brand face mask to filter out the power. You are good to go with the oven.
Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on August 26, 2018, 07:11:35 PM
Year ones web site had a 71 to see how they look... I think I like.
And I may experiment with my old 14's(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180827/b964632c3c175c5fd05a2442b1f3863b.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20180827/ca5d73422d88baf2a7dcd87fa18c4639.jpg)
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LOL - well that's not really a 71 - looks like a 71 with a 70 hood on it. 71s don't say Dodge on the hood and the blackout is different - typical of Year One to mess it up
Here's a 71 with the YearOne wheels...
Those are the ones. Do you recall what the sizes were?... staggered front to rear or the same. And if they bolt right on with no modifications I should just order them now.
Will those front tires clear the fenders with a full turn?
Anybody think year one could tell me the biggest tires that would fit on their rims in a stock condition. Seeing as, you know, they sell them and all?
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Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on September 05, 2018, 02:56:29 PM
Anybody think year one could tell me the biggest tires that would fit on their rims in a stock condition. Seeing as, you know, they sell them and all?
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This might help
https://forum.e-bodies.org/wheels-tires-brakes-suspension-and-steering/12/e-body-tire-sizes-what-fits-whats-too-big-what-looks-good/4016/;topicseen
That did help thanks! From what I see going through the posts was that 245/45/17 front and 275/40/17 rear should fit.
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Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on September 05, 2018, 05:48:22 PM
That did help thanks! From what I see going through the posts was that 245/45/17 front and 275/40/17 rear should fit.
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That is the sizes I am looking at
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Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on September 05, 2018, 05:48:22 PM
That did help thanks! From what I see going through the posts was that 245/45/17 front and 275/40/17 rear should fit.
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That is the sizes I am looking at
What wheels?
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Basically year one's response to what tires fit your rims without interference was... all cars are different you have to measure. Now I'm sure I understand vehicles can be modified/ worn out etc... however I may just be crazy thinking if they make/sell these rims they should know what fits the vehicles factory specifications. Vs just making them and saying good luck see what fits?
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Hey guys I'm working on getting the exhaust in place and I'm not sure about this rear stone guard that goes under the bumper. It came with the car and I don't know if its correct for it or not?
There's a bracket right in the center that looks like it should bolt to the body however there are no holes in the body to connect it to? Maybe it's from a different year? (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181001/05d138ce53ae99396873c72ee915f1c6.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181001/bff59ee34ee551ca5a75be2e89ac6f4c.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181001/5f0ee791794b73d42b19172935f57a99.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181001/ebf9d433bb131a78258c9f188fcbc236.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181001/ae3d772a38d178024d6ac82b2073c4b4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20181001/e6d85fbc17d7f6be9bdfd1f7a53acbf8.jpg)
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Looks like what you have is a 71-72 valence.
70 valence is one year only
Thanks Morty,
I am just trying to use it to position where the exhaust needs to be. I'm planning on a new one as this one is pretty beat up. Do you know if there would be any difference in the cutout locations for the exhaust tips?
I could just replace it sooner rather than later to get it right.
Thanks again!
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Quote from: Kewl_Wheels on September 30, 2018, 07:12:04 PM
Thanks Morty,
I am just trying to use it to position where the exhaust needs to be. I'm planning on a new one as this one is pretty beat up. Do you know if there would be any difference in the cutout locations for the exhaust tips?
I could just replace it sooner rather than later to get it right.
Thanks again!
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No it's perfect for that purpose.
Sorry to cut in guys. Morty, I know the center mount is different from 70 and later. What about how it mounts to the lower quarters are there differences in stud location , actual shape in the mating surfaces. I have a 74 panel that I would have to beat with a hammer to make even close to fitting my 70 challenger. Thanks
Hey Rj,
All good the more info and things to look for the better.
I have it mounted just with 2 bolts and it looks pretty good to the quarters. I'll definitely take another look.
Thanks.
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Quote from: RJChallenger on October 01, 2018, 08:01:33 AM
Sorry to cut in guys. Morty, I know the center mount is different from 70 and later. What about how it mounts to the lower quarters are there differences in stud location , actual shape in the mating surfaces. I have a 74 panel that I would have to beat with a hammer to make even close to fitting my 70 challenger. Thanks
No the mounting at the quarter should all be the same
So now I can start, stop, put in gear, (wheels turn for the first time ever since I've owned this), and the power steering works. WooHoo!! Still a lot to do like throttle and kick down linkages needed. I have to really start thinking about front seats now that it moves.
Has anyone tried new reproduction seat frames and tracks? Just about everything I seem to come across pretty much looks like trash for around $400 to $500 and will obviously need completely restored even the ones advertised as "ok for a driver" are not really usable. I'd rather use original equipment however for the price and work that has to go into a "nice" set of junk it I'm thinking new may be the way to go as it will all need to be restored/replaced anyway. Either way I'll need it all, cushions, covers, backs, tracks, etc.
Just wondering if anyone has gone that route and how it went?
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