65 Fairlane pro-touring build

[62c30]

Originally Posted by Vic1947

Began scuffing the street side of the rear wheel wells and then applied a couple of coats of 3M rubberized undercoat. I did some rudimentary body work over the pie cuts before priming with epoxy but was still pleased to see how much evil the undercoat hides.

Which 3m undercoat did you use? I've seen several different ones. I was going to use raptor liner on some inner fenders but I'm thinking about undercoat instead.

[Vic1947]

Originally Posted by jaros44sr

Your metal skills are impressive. Wish I had a bead roller, or you were my neighbor

I agree - it's always great to have a like-minded neighbor. I bought my "Low Buck Tools" bead roller years ago and never regretted the purchase. Since then, I've modified it with a HF winch, so I don't have to ask Kathy to be my helper. It's a very handy tool for all sorts of metal shaping.

Originally Posted by 62c30

Which 3m undercoat did you use? I've seen several different ones. I was going to use raptor liner on some inner fenders but I'm thinking about undercoat instead.

I usually use the 3M 08964 Body Schutz, but it requires a special applicator gun and throwaway plastic tube. I ran across a deal for the 03584-aerosol version and decided to give it a try. I think the Body Schutz goes on thicker and is more durable, but neither product is as tough as Raptor or other bed liners. My goal was more cosmetic than durability, so the aerosol works okay in that regard.

[Vic1947]

The floor pan is finally assembled with SS rivets and 3M panel adhesive. The trans tunnel is held in place for the time being with clecos. I'm trying to decide whether to make it removeable. If I don't, Murphy's Law will make me regret it. I put all the rear suspension back in and set it up at ride height so I could measure the tire/wheel clearances. Looks like I'll be able to fit a 315/40-18 tire on an 11" rim and have plenty of room. Seam sealer is going on where panel assembly is complete.

[62c30]

Looks damn good!

[KevinK7]

Looks amazing, ...you have a lot of hours into that.

[SCOTI]

Sheetmetal efforts are on point. If there's a way to have the tunnel as an easy access point for service, it's not a bad idea. But not sure how much impact that has on a clean interior design to aid that accessibility (?).

315/40-18 is TALL @ ~28" for a Pro-Touring type of build.

[Vic1947]

Originally Posted by 62c30

Looks damn good!

Thanks! Now that school has started up again, I need to get over your way and grab that dash. No hurry but when the weather is nice it's more fun rooting around the salvage yard.

Originally Posted by KevinK7

Looks amazing, ...you have a lot of hours into that.

Amen to that and I appreciate the kind words! At least the progress is starting to show.

Originally Posted by SCOTI

Sheetmetal efforts are on point. If there's a way to have the tunnel as an easy access point for service, it's not a bad idea. But not sure how much impact that has on a clean interior design to aid that accessibility (?).

315/40-18 is TALL @ ~28" for a Pro-Touring type of build.

Thx for the input. I'm not sure the tunnel will be all that accessible once the console and infotainment panel are in place. Right now, it's a snap to R&R the engine and trans as a unit. If I install the front section of the tunnel permanently, I'd have to drop the tranny before yanking the engine. I need to get my mind right and make that a problem for future Vic.

I agree on the tire size, I think I've been feeling obligated to fill up the wheel wells after all that work widening them. Lots of choices on the wheel/tire websites. You can spend a bunch of time trying to find a combo that has a decent tread pattern and comes in suitable aspect ratios. I've always preferred a bit taller sidewall, so I've been avoiding 19-20" diameters. I also like a staggered, wider rear tire/wheel setup. It's going to be a while before I actually need them, so I have time to figure out what works.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by Vic1947

Thanks! Now that school has started up again, I need to get over your way and grab that dash. No hurry but when the weather is nice it's more fun rooting around the salvage yard.

Amen to that and I appreciate the kind words! At least the progress is starting to show.

Thx for the input. I'm not sure the tunnel will be all that accessible once the console and infotainment panel are in place. Right now, it's a snap to R&R the engine and trans as a unit. If I install the front section of the tunnel permanently, I'd have to drop the tranny before yanking the engine. I need to get my mind right and make that a problem for future Vic.

I agree on the tire size, I think I've been feeling obligated to fill up the wheel wells after all that work widening them. Lots of choices on the wheel/tire websites. You can spend a bunch of time trying to find a combo that has a decent tread pattern and comes in suitable aspect ratios. I've always preferred a bit taller sidewall, so I've been avoiding 19-20" diameters. I also like a staggered, wider rear tire/wheel setup. It's going to be a while before I actually need them, so I have time to figure out what works.

What were you thinking for fronts (wheel tire sizes)?