My other passion...65' Impala SS

[jb1016]

Originally Posted by 70rs/ss

Call me wierd but I like the big wires?

Man, I'm glad I'm not the only one! Just about anything will look good on that car, though. And if you're gonna go with a BBC, you gotta at least consider the option of going with a 3x2 setup. That would just be .

[nicke]

Yea, I considered a cowl induction hood...2" probably but cant bring myself to do it because I think the lines are too nice as they are. Also, it is an impala...not a camaro or chevelle, so I am not really trying to make a drag car out of it. I love driving it and want it to be functional as a daily.

[nicke]

Here are a few pictures of the body work progress. It is coming along nicely. The metal is being pulled straight, and repaired where someone previously used bondo. The driver's side will get a brand new quarter panel replacement in the next week or two. I will show pictures of that process as well. I want all the metal to be perfect, as I plan on keeping this baby for a very long time!

[63deluxfleet]

i like the big block idea but i would go 396 because internally balanced is better in my opinion

[nicke]

Originally Posted by 63deluxfleet

i like the big block idea but i would go 396 because internally balanced is better in my opinion

Why do you say that? I have heard the same thing, but am not sure why this is the case. What are the pros/cons of both configurations?

Thanks for the help.

[63deluxfleet]

Internal balance is easier to find parts for, and to interchange.*
I would go internal. I've had both but I think it works better when you put the balance weights closer to the imbalance. Also it makes it easier if you every damage a flywheel. You don't have to worry about balance, just go neutral.

[nicke]

Originally Posted by 63deluxfleet

Internal balance is easier to find parts for, and to interchange.*
I would go internal. I've had both but I think it works better when you put the balance weights closer to the imbalance. Also it makes it easier if you every damage a flywheel. You don't have to worry about balance, just go neutral.

Got it. I have never heard of that before. Good info.

[nicke]

It should be done soon and I am getting very excited!!! Pictures coming soon!

[nicke]

New pics are in! I am only a a few weeks away from paint time! Things are getting very exciting, however, looking at my car with the quarter panel off makes me feel like a have a kid in the hospital under the knife!
Enjoy!

[mingoman]

Great looking Impala nicke. I have to say the '65 models are my favorite too.

[nicke]

I doug these pictures up of when I put my American Racing torque thrust II's on my car. They were 17" all the way around. I really like how they looked, but I think I am ready for a little bigger, with a little less rubber. What do you think?

[OARNGESI]

I like the 17s just drop the front abit

[nicke]

Yep, going to do 2" drop spindles, which should do the trick.

[NONHOG]

IMHO 17's look great but I'm an old guy I'd put moresidewall on the rear
CarCraft did a 65 years back and test fit a bunch of tires before virtual test fitting. And the car really looks best with fair amount of tire(sidewall).
Again IMO (and CC)

Your car is awesome, keep the pics coming!

[nicke]

Originally Posted by NONHOG

IMHO 17's look great but I'm an old guy I'd put moresidewall on the rear
CarCraft did a 65 years back and test fit a bunch of tires before virtual test fitting. And the car really looks best with fair amount of tire(sidewall).
Again IMO (and CC)

Your car is awesome, keep the pics coming!

I know what you mean. I want to have a nice blend of classic styling and modern touches. Wheels are one of the things that I think looks great. Even within wheels itself, I like a classic wheel in a larger size, giving a modern touch. I followed that through in the interior with all original dash, wheel, door panels, and even seat covers, with the nice touch of a CD player.

I will get more pics up soon!

Thanks!

[andrewmp6]

My first car was a 65 impala ss i miss mine after seeing yours.Mine was a convertible 396 4 speed being a dumb 17 year old i wrapped it around a tree.

[Slick17]

Man that is a sweet car. I always said that the 65 is the best year for the Impala's. Love it man.

[1ATony]

Great looking car.The new rims look great.

[nicke]

Thanks guys...should be getting it back soon. I settled on a color of white. It is called starfire pearl white and it is a late model lexus color.

Should do the trick. I will post pics when I get the swatch!

[72BlckButy]

Can't wait to see it...

[red69ss]

My dad is building a 65 SS impala now ,we got the motor running a couple weeks ago . he did a frame off resto on it .its going to be white with black interior ,can't wait to see yours painted it looked good before and I liked the torque thrusts best.

[nicke]

Almost done now!!! Of course, things take twice as long as we think they are going to, but hopefully this means the final product will be worth the wait, which I think will be the case.
I am thinking the next set of pictures will be of the final product...

[REDNOSE65]

Here's my 65 Wagon...pics a lil old.

[idonutn0]

Originally Posted by OARNGESI

I like the 17s just drop the front abit

I totally think that going with bigger wheels will take a classy looking car and turn it into a hoopty! Stay with the torques.

[nicke]

Originally Posted by idonutn0

I totally think that going with bigger wheels will take a classy looking car and turn it into a hoopty! Stay with the torques.

I agree. Although, I want the torques in a larger size...which I think will be the best of both worlds...