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oldblue1968chevy · 02-01-2011, 10:58 AM

On trucks 1 coil=2" drop

threeonthetree · 02-01-2011, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by richards72chevy

Looks good.How many coils are you going to chop off?I chopped 2 off the front of my 69 impala i think it mite have been too much.

Thanks richard
i was thinking 2 coils all the way around.
i was reading on HAMB and this one guy said thats what he did on his 64 and it looked like the perfect drop. the way gm should have made this cars back in the 60's

your saying 2 is to much
maybe 2 up front and 1 in the back

do you happend to have a before and after pic?

threeonthetree · 02-01-2011, 06:31 PM

someday. Im thinking this color blue.

threeonthetree · 02-01-2011, 06:53 PM

things i need to get the 327 running

engine mounts for a v8

intake

dizzy

carb

headers

air cleaner

all the gaskets.
well im headed out to the shop now

oldblue1968chevy · 02-01-2011, 09:01 PM

I gotta dizzy (hei) and a 4bbl intake (stock q jet)......I dunno if your looking to buy local or not though...

67chevy1series · 02-01-2011, 10:40 PM

thats a good color but the rims suck!

oldblue1968chevy · 02-01-2011, 10:43 PM

Ricky! You should be smacked! Those are cragers!!

threeonthetree · 02-01-2011, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

I gotta dizzy (hei) and a 4bbl intake (stock q jet)......I dunno if your looking to buy local or not though...

im interested in the dizzy bro

Quote:

Originally Posted by 67chevy1series

thats a good color but the rims suck!

haha i like the darker blue color. you dont like wire wheels?

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Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

Ricky! You should be smacked! Those are cragers!!

Haha i think rick was talking about the 100 spokes

threeonthetree · 02-01-2011, 11:24 PM

got this fan painted.

trunk is pretty solid.

before i even touched the driver side rocker.... sad sight i know

threeonthetree · 02-01-2011, 11:39 PM

so now that you saw the before of the rocker
here is what i finished up doing today.

heres a pic of me working on the front patch

pic of the inner after i painted it.

Heres test fitting the pieces.

starting to weld them in

finished product still have to go back and dress all my welds.

and a pic of the old deuce

richards72chevy · 02-02-2011, 09:22 AM

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I cut off 1 first and it didnt make any difference.I pulled them back out i was just going to cut a half coil but the coil ends on a 69 have a place were there suppose to sit so i cut off another full coil.Alot of guys say they cut off coils in 1/2 even 1/4!I dont know how they would put the ends to make it seat properly.You also may consider running short headers or manifolds.I rented my spring compressor from auto zone it is like the one in the pic and it was a pain in the ass putting them back in with just 1 coil off,but real easy with 2 cut off.

oldblue1968chevy · 02-02-2011, 07:10 PM

Missing a few screws. (I may have them). Needs to be cleaned (old oil etc is making mech. advance stick). But it works. Its the dizzy that came in my blue truck when i bought it

(Looking back now I know why I couldnt get it timed right, mech advance never came in)

threeonthetree · 02-13-2011, 06:53 PM

found a intake.
got the supports in and the pans are all ready to get welded in. just got to clean up the frame and supports and paint it all then weld them in. should be done this week sometime. then its on to MOTOR MOUNTS anybody got any info on v8 motor mounts in these cars or where you would buy them?

oldblue1968chevy · 02-13-2011, 08:49 PM

No idea on the motor mounts, maybe a belair forum? Motor/rust repair looks good. I wish I could do that!

threeonthetree · 02-15-2011, 06:55 PM

Cleaned up the frame today. the supports are almost done just gotta paint do one more patch and then weld the floors in. the floors are almost done!

pic of the supports

pic of a patch

pic of the car outside.

threeonthetree · 02-15-2011, 07:35 PM

Motor mounts are simple the i6 motor side fits the v8 block and the frame mounts need to be changed!
gonna order the frame mounts in town tomorrow!

67chevy1series · 02-16-2011, 12:20 AM

car looks great!

threeonthetree · 02-16-2011, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by 67chevy1series

car looks great!

haha thanks rick. got some things ordered today
called every parts shop in town and couldn't find one with v8 motor mounts
so i had to order them off the internet also ordered headers for the 327!

pans should be done this weekend!

threeonthetree · 02-19-2011, 12:33 AM

Got everything painted.

threeonthetree · 02-19-2011, 03:40 PM

here are some pics of how it sits
block mock up

primer!

one more

gonna paint everything black then weld the pans in!

threeonthetree · 02-23-2011, 11:40 PM

hate to back on back up date but here you go WANTA
After painting the frame chassis black i welded the pans in
! floors are done.... headers come tomorrow along with the motor mounts getting a gasket kit also tomorrow! its gonna be one sick beast!

More to come..

threeonthetree · 02-24-2011, 10:36 PM

Headers and motor mounts came in today!!! gonna clean the trans up.. will i need a new torque converter from a six to v8??

dont have any pics cause no one looks at this thread hahaha...

sbc383rulz · 02-28-2011, 11:15 PM

LOOKS SICK!! love the old keystones!! (the wheels) really nice seeing kids with skill, wish i had gotten it together enough with money when i was your age to have a nice rig like this!

kyull67 · 03-02-2011, 09:12 PM

NICE work!

threeonthetree · 03-02-2011, 09:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sbc383rulz

LOOKS SICK!! love the old keystones!! (the wheels) really nice seeing kids with skill, wish i had gotten it together enough with money when i was your age to have a nice rig like this!

Thanks man! I hope it will be a nice rig to cruise in.

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Originally Posted by kyull67

NICE work!

Thanks man! means alot i hope this thing turns out half the car you have.
And i didnt see your 63 thread till i posted this in alternative tinkers. Just sayin I didnt copy your build. I didnt even know what i was getting into when i found this car, my buddy had it for sale and it looked so classy i just had to have it.

Just a little update.

looking good in black!

Those headers i was talkin about on the 327

Got a small can of paint for the firewall once its painted the motor goes in. and i can start putting the front end back together.. more to come boys.

02-01-2011, 10:58 AM	#76
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air On trucks 1 coil=2" drop __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-01-2011, 06:31 PM	#78
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air someday. Im thinking this color blue. __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base)

02-01-2011, 06:53 PM	#79
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air things i need to get the 327 running engine mounts for a v8 intake dizzy carb headers air cleaner all the gaskets. well im headed out to the shop now __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base)

02-01-2011, 09:01 PM	#80
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air I gotta dizzy (hei) and a 4bbl intake (stock q jet)......I dunno if your looking to buy local or not though... __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-01-2011, 10:40 PM	#81
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air thats a good color but the rims suck!

02-01-2011, 10:43 PM	#82
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air Ricky! You should be smacked! Those are cragers!! __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-01-2011, 11:24 PM	#84
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air got this fan painted. trunk is pretty solid. before i even touched the driver side rocker.... sad sight i know __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base)

02-01-2011, 11:39 PM	#85
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air so now that you saw the before of the rocker here is what i finished up doing today. heres a pic of me working on the front patch pic of the inner after i painted it. Heres test fitting the pieces. starting to weld them in finished product still have to go back and dress all my welds. and a pic of the old deuce __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base) Last edited by threeonthetree; 02-02-2011 at 12:15 AM.

02-02-2011, 09:22 AM	#86
richards72chevy Registered User Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: konawa ok/oakdale Ca. Posts: 1,652	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air I cut off 1 first and it didnt make any difference.I pulled them back out i was just going to cut a half coil but the coil ends on a 69 have a place were there suppose to sit so i cut off another full coil.Alot of guys say they cut off coils in 1/2 even 1/4!I dont know how they would put the ends to make it seat properly.You also may consider running short headers or manifolds.I rented my spring compressor from auto zone it is like the one in the pic and it was a pain in the ass putting them back in with just 1 coil off,but real easy with 2 cut off.

02-02-2011, 07:10 PM	#87
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air Missing a few screws. (I may have them). Needs to be cleaned (old oil etc is making mech. advance stick). But it works. Its the dizzy that came in my blue truck when i bought it (Looking back now I know why I couldnt get it timed right, mech advance never came in) Attached Images __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-13-2011, 06:53 PM	#88
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air found a intake. got the supports in and the pans are all ready to get welded in. just got to clean up the frame and supports and paint it all then weld them in. should be done this week sometime. then its on to MOTOR MOUNTS anybody got any info on v8 motor mounts in these cars or where you would buy them? __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base)

02-13-2011, 08:49 PM	#89
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air No idea on the motor mounts, maybe a belair forum? Motor/rust repair looks good. I wish I could do that! __________________ John Goose-1968 C10 355,9.32-1CR, Vortec Heads ,262 voodoo, 3.73:1 3OTT (HS ride/beater/farm truck) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=317684 Grams 53-1953 Chevrolet Belair http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post4327784 1969 Chevy C10 Shortbed 4.5/6?" Frame off resto http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=548136 1999 Toyota Tacoma 4x4

02-15-2011, 06:55 PM	#90
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air Cleaned up the frame today. the supports are almost done just gotta paint do one more patch and then weld the floors in. the floors are almost done! pic of the supports pic of a patch pic of the car outside. __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base)

02-15-2011, 07:35 PM	#91
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air Motor mounts are simple the i6 motor side fits the v8 block and the frame mounts need to be changed! gonna order the frame mounts in town tomorrow! __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base)

02-16-2011, 12:20 AM	#92
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air car looks great!



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02-19-2011, 12:33 AM	#94
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air Got everything painted. __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base)

02-19-2011, 03:40 PM	#95
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air here are some pics of how it sits block mock up primer! one more gonna paint everything black then weld the pans in! __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base)

02-23-2011, 11:40 PM	#96
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air hate to back on back up date but here you go WANTA After painting the frame chassis black i welded the pans in ! floors are done.... headers come tomorrow along with the motor mounts getting a gasket kit also tomorrow! its gonna be one sick beast! More to come.. __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base)

02-24-2011, 10:36 PM	#97
threeonthetree Registered User Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Wausau, WI Posts: 975	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air Headers and motor mounts came in today!!! gonna clean the trans up.. will i need a new torque converter from a six to v8?? dont have any pics cause no one looks at this thread hahaha... __________________ Smoking Tires Since 1992 1969 c10 AKA SIN 1985 SSWB TRAZER (super short wheel base)

02-28-2011, 11:15 PM	#98
sbc383rulz Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Poulsbo washington Posts: 107	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air LOOKS SICK!! love the old keystones!! (the wheels) really nice seeing kids with skill, wish i had gotten it together enough with money when i was your age to have a nice rig like this! __________________ 1969 C2500 350/np435 1983 malibu wagon vortec 350/700r4 Gillis

03-02-2011, 09:12 PM	#99
kyull67 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Springfield/Kansas City Posts: 1,842	Re: Project..1962 Bel Air NICE work! __________________ The first '67 The current '67 '63 Biscayne

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