Bride of Young Frankenstein - 1957 Buick Super

[1985-GMC]

Nice! Is that the heater core in between the cowl and fender? I'd hate to have to change that out while the car is put together!

[drewskiren]

Yes! outside, but hidden behind the fender. We've come a long way from 1957.

I'll be grafting in a modern unit from something more current.

[drewskiren]

I wanted a really sturdy base with the car in the air 2 feet, so I went residential construction.

Biz goofin on the the camera.

[FL71C10]

I don't see any hurricane straps on there!

[1985-GMC]

Originally Posted by drewskiren

Yes! outside, but hidden behind the fender. We've come a long way from 1957.

I'll be grafting in a modern unit from something more current.

Haha I wouldn't expect anything less!

[drewskiren]

Tearing in pretty deep now and we found a nickel from 1944.

And a clue as to a birthday on the back of a door panel. Clearly an early 1957.

Deeper we dig, the more rust we find- for all the floor issues the white car has, it's starting to look like it may actually be better otherwise. It's funny how they both have issues, but none in common. That does work in our favor at least in that combining the 2 will render a clean car.

[drewskiren]

Coming apart nicely now, I still can't decide which is the easier car to fix.

Wait, tell me again why there is a Jag rearend under your Buick???

You can see here in these last 2 pics how very little my new rear frame rails will get into my trunk. All U need to do is trim the flange some and curve the trunk floor upwards about 1 inch. I'll only cut the side weld loose and a hammer and dolly will get it to where I can re-weld it back in it's new spot.

[Low Elco]

Lookin' good! CAn't wait to see the next installment.

[drewskiren]

No pics today, but I got my sandblast cabinet today and can't wait to start blastin parts!

I'm assuming I'll need primer in my hand and ready when they come out all shiny - I'll need to stock up before I make too much progress.

[drewskiren]

I know I said no pics, but I couldn't do y'all that way.....

New larger piping system required for the blast cabinet, so I just redid the whole thing.

1st item blasted, this will be the perfect thing for Biz to work on!

Floors of white Super are the worst of it the rest of the Super is much less rusty. I may find that swapping the floors will be quicker since no body work is involved afterwards.

[1985-GMC]

Nice! I've been wanting to buy a blasting cabinet. I always have small stuff that I want to sandblast but it makes a huge mess, gets in your clothes, hair etc.. so I never feel like messing with it. That'll be very handy

[Palf70Step]

There is a place in Jackson, MS....but that might be a haul for you. I think it is actually associated with the Nissan dealer. Have to ask my friend.

[drewskiren]

Originally Posted by Palf70Step

There is a place in Jackson, MS....but that might be a haul for you. I think it is actually associated with the Nissan dealer. Have to ask my friend.

It may be the same place that closed, but ask your friend anyway please.

[drewskiren]

Got a couple of pics of Sarah banging out some metal for the bride. She loves the new plasma cutter!

[1985-GMC]

I can't help but feel somewhat nervous seeing all those sparks fly towards her hair lol

[drewskiren]

Duly noted.

[Palf70Step]

Originally Posted by 1985-GMC

I can't help but feel somewhat nervous seeing all those sparks fly towards her hair lol

I was thinking the same thing. Especially since I "welded off" a big chunk off my hippy hair lying while under my 70.

Drew, It is cool to see your daughter so involved and excited with the project!

[mcbassin]

Nice progress on the Buick Drewski and Biz. It's cool you have your family involved with the project.
Digging the new sandblast cabinet too.

[drewskiren]

Still coming apart times 2! It's kinda cool that the dash completely unbolts from the car. It is also kind of nice that you know if it won't come loose, there has to be a bolt or screw holding it. No sneaky hidden or trick fasteners designed yet in 57. No prying needed, just look behind for the bolt!

[flashed]

Wow ,talk about gutting one ,ya'll did it .

[High Desert]

Those hardtop coupes have the coolest reverse cant c pillars!

[drewskiren]

Originally Posted by High Desert

Those hardtop coupes have the coolest reverse cant c pillars!

I agree completely and I HAD to have the Super or Roadmaster.

Not a fan of the Special and the 3 piece rear glass.

[drewskiren]

It was a warm day and so these two ladies decided to take a walk.

[flashed]

The Bride is looking mighty fine .

[Palf70Step]