The red on red 1970 Cuda project

[RUNCHARGER]

Oooooh: Bunches of Hemi blocks!

[Wayne]

Had a productive weekend and was able to start putting the front end back on the car.  Nice to see it look like a car again and not the never ending project of doom. 

Monday I blacked out the front end. 

[anlauto]

Nice job on the black out

[DeathProofCuda]

Nice to see it look like a car again and not the never ending project of doom. 

Never ending project of doom?  Didn't you buy this car about 6 months ago?  Sure it probably sucks that you weren't driving the thing this summer, but scope creep is to be expected when working on old cars.  Personally, I'm pretty amazed by the progress you've made.  Especially since it looks like you've got at least one young kid at home. Looks great and you'll be enjoying the fruits of your labor soon enough.   

[Wayne]

Nice to see it look like a car again and not the never ending project of doom. 

Never ending project of doom?  Didn't you buy this car about 6 months ago?  Sure it probably sucks that you weren't driving the thing this summer, but scope creep is to be expected when working on old cars.  Personally, I'm pretty amazed by the progress you've made.  Especially since it looks like you've got at least one young kid at home. Looks great and you'll be enjoying the fruits of your labor soon enough.   

Its just seems everything system I work on needs complete overhaul and or was missing the correct parts (such as wipers) as well as incorrect or missing hardware.   Now I'm feeling the pressure to get this car on the road (without compromising anything I do) before winter hits us here in MI.

I appreciate the kind words/encouragement.  Yes I bought it late spring, with one child at home.  Have had to get creative with time spent in the garage.  I can't wait to drive it but even now it seems so far off lol.

[DeathProofCuda]

Sorry, I just thought the "never ending project of doom" thing was funny.  I also have a 70 Cuda 383 4-speed car that I've owned for 30+ years now and mine doesn't look half as good as yours.  Talk about a never ending project...  But for me, the never ending project is a lot of the appeal.   
Keep up the great work! 

[Wayne]

Sorry, I just thought the "never ending project of doom" thing was funny.  I also have a 70 Cuda 383 4-speed car that I've owned for 30+ years now and mine doesn't look half as good as yours.  Talk about a never ending project...  But for me, the never ending project is a lot of the appeal.   
Keep up the great work! 

No need to apologize...things could be a lot worse Have any pictures of your Cuda on here?

[YellowThumper]

I also did find comment humorous.
Mine is another 30 year "project of doom".
Regardless of duration there is always "when will this end" thoughts.

[Wayne]

I also did find comment humorous.
Mine is another 30 year "project of doom".
Regardless of duration there is always "when will this end" thoughts.

thats a good looking Chally! 
I guess in the end, these cars are never done

Getting ready to jump into the fuel system next....oh boy!

[JS29]

     the fuel system isn't bad to do, but can be expensive! 

[Wayne]

I ordered a stainless tank, mat, straps, rubber seals,  and a new fuel pump assembly. Should be here by the weekend.  I drained the tank last night and took the rear valence off.  That's the weekend project. Plus more if things go well. 

New blue Monroe shocks came today and I scotch brited those and sprayed them black.

Got another update from Best Machine today.  They are getting close!  Closer than me lol.  Might be lightning the candles next week on the 471!   

[nsmall]

I have really enjoyed watching you fly through this car.  Once I saw the pics of you tearing the car down, I was like uh oh, hes heading sideways fast.  But you are so passionate based on your videos I have seen and I am more than certain you will finish, whether that before snow falls, well    Either way, you can just take a step back and enjoy the winter and getting it right the first time.

[Wayne]

I have really enjoyed watching you fly through this car.  Once I saw the pics of you tearing the car down, I was like uh oh, hes heading sideways fast.  But you are so passionate based on your videos I have seen and I am more than certain you will finish, whether that before snow falls, well    Either way, you can just take a step back and enjoy the winter and getting it right the first time.

Thanks I appreciate it!  Weather is definitely turning. Thus weekend definitely felt like fall.  But I think I am in good pace. We'll see.
 
New stainless tank straps, filler neck and cap with an electric in tank pump. Still have some plumb and wire it. 
  Had been avoiding the monster in the corner (heater box) assembled it and thought I was going to be able to install it but the defroster cable was kinked and needs to be replaced.  Luckily they are reproduced.   Also noticed the car doesn't have the fresh air cables.  Will order those too. 
  Then had my helper build the engine stand. Said "it was the best day ever!"  Wait till we go for a ride in it!

[Wayne]

Pretty sure I've found why my door keys don't unlock the doors.  A rod was off and not connected to the key tumbler.  Been looking online and only see the whole tumbler.   Anyone know of or have the clip on the back of the door tumbler?   First pit is my handle and 2nd is what I believe I need.

[Wayne]

I just ordered a set of door cylinders from Roseville. Easiest fix I think