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oldblue1968chevy · 12-16-2010, 10:33 PM

thanks nate

We orderd new seals the other day, they came in dad picked em up while I was in school watching frosty the snowman etc etc (12th grade!)

Anyway, cleaned out the bearings etc etc new seals repacked everything its ready for a trip to breakfast tomorow AM (Hopefully)

I did something stupid today too..I got in the car to sit for a bit and pumped on the brakes to see how good of a job we did the day prior (bled brakes). Well front drums werent on yet

Pictures of maiden voyage tomorow

oldblue1968chevy · 12-22-2010, 09:54 PM

Tried some CLR and a scotchbrite pad..let it soak in for 25 seconds or so and started scrubbing! Came out pretty good! Cant wait for a warm day and some more CLR!!

72chevyfleet · 12-27-2010, 12:03 AM

lookin good nice car

Da88burban · 01-26-2011, 10:32 PM

Any updates?

oldblue1968chevy · 01-26-2011, 11:07 PM

No not really. Unfortunately something this old really needs to be frame off'd. I think its gotta short somewhere and were having to dissconnect the battery. And with snow/ice/salt it stays in the garage.

Need to:
Adj. wheel cyls and make sure brakes dont keep locking up (adj. pushrod correctly now just need to adj. wheel cyc.

Fix brakelights/turnsignals

Chase down a water leak somewhere (around heater core, but dont think its the core)

And keep driving till more probs. come up. I always play with my truck so this thing doesnt get MUCH attention, maybe when it warms up..

67chevy1series · 01-28-2011, 12:54 AM

we need updated pics!

longhorn396 · 01-28-2011, 10:44 AM

Yes we do lol

oldblue1968chevy · 01-28-2011, 08:32 PM

Gf and I just got home from a cruise in it, she took some sunset pictures.

67chevy1series · 01-29-2011, 12:06 AM

is your 68 getting left home alot?

oldblue1968chevy · 01-29-2011, 12:31 AM

Nahh, The car is mostly been torn up, still not ready for in town driving yet. Gota get brakelights working, and turn signals. And triple go over the brakes, get the vacumn wipers working (aunts bf or someone tried to convert to 12v wipers 6 volt car and parts are in a box in trunk)

oldblue1968chevy · 01-29-2011, 12:35 AM

Brittany took the pictures. So if there good tell me i'll tell her. I think she started adj. camera cause they start to get darker and darker...

67chevy1series · 01-29-2011, 01:15 AM

wow cool pics!

GhostTown · 02-14-2011, 01:44 PM

I'm subscribed. Very cool car and I hope to see some updates this spring.

I have a '53 convertible that is third on my list of builds. It was my moms high school car.

spudz · 02-14-2011, 03:49 PM

something your may want to try instead of the CLR. Get a high speed buffer with the wool pad and good agressive compound.. it will buff the paint out and romove the surface rust at the same time.... works great.. Ive seen it dont several times.. it ruins the pad tho.

oldblue1968chevy · 02-14-2011, 05:32 PM

Thanks guys!

ghosttown, post some picures?!

spudz, anyupdates on the switch? lol

GhostTown · 02-14-2011, 05:48 PM

First images are scanned polariods of the car in '63 when my Mom was driving it.

Followed by the condition it is in now.

I am not responsible for the poor things current condition. In fact, I now have her (the car's name is Shasta) in a garage safe and sound. All of the pieces are there, she just needs to be refurbished and put back together. My Mom parked this car in '64 and ordered a '65 Lemans (on the other side of the '53), which I still have and will be building when my truck is done. Hopefully next winter.

spudz · 02-14-2011, 06:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

Thanks guys!

ghosttown, post some picures?!

spudz, anyupdates on the switch? lol

Mine doesnt have one, but i wish I woulda thought about it because there was a 54 4dr in the junk yard me and 87chevysilverado went to this past weekend. He goes often, you may want to see if he will snag it for you. Its a little bit of a ride for me.

oldblue1968chevy · 02-14-2011, 08:07 PM

Ok, i"ll pester him

thanks anyway

oldblue1968chevy · 02-14-2011, 08:08 PM

Looks like it was a beautiful car!!

Ya dont have a parts car or anything do you? Or ya lookin' for any parts?!

GhostTown · 02-14-2011, 10:41 PM

I don't have a parts car. I haven't even begun to research the car at all yet to be honest with you. It doesn't need any sheet metal, and all of the little stuff is there, it's just in boxes.

*87 chevy silverado* · 02-15-2011, 11:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by spudz

Mine doesnt have one, but i wish I woulda thought about it because there was a 54 4dr in the junk yard me and 87chevysilverado went to this past weekend. He goes often, you may want to see if he will snag it for you. Its a little bit of a ride for me.

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

Looks like it was a beautiful car!!

Ya dont have a parts car or anything do you? Or ya lookin' for any parts?!

ok GUYS be that way bout thatjkjkjkjkjk.. so wat exactly do u need? pics would be helpful

oldblue1968chevy · 02-16-2011, 08:48 PM

Its the solid silver one that looks like it doesnt belong..

spudz · 02-16-2011, 09:26 PM

if he strikes out, I may know where there is one a few towns over. there used to be a 53 chevy 2dr sedan in a junk yard. how much are you wanting to spend? Because next time I am through there, if its within your price range, I will try and get it. Its a junk yard for antique and classis cars. mid 70s back so nothing is dirt cheap.

oldblue1968chevy · 02-16-2011, 09:41 PM

He said he'd give $15 if that was shipped..lol No hurry just poke a head in the window if your ever there again. lol

*87 chevy silverado* · 02-16-2011, 10:05 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

He said he'd give $15 if that was shipped..lol No hurry just poke a head in the window if your ever there again. lol

well i HAVE to go to the yard this weekend for some things check the build thread for details

12-16-2010, 10:33 PM	#26
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) thanks nate We orderd new seals the other day, they came in dad picked em up while I was in school watching frosty the snowman etc etc (12th grade!) Anyway, cleaned out the bearings etc etc new seals repacked everything its ready for a trip to breakfast tomorow AM (Hopefully) I did something stupid today too..I got in the car to sit for a bit and pumped on the brakes to see how good of a job we did the day prior (bled brakes). Well front drums werent on yet Pictures of maiden voyage tomorow __________________ 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

12-22-2010, 09:54 PM	#27
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) Tried some CLR and a scotchbrite pad..let it soak in for 25 seconds or so and started scrubbing! Came out pretty good! Cant wait for a warm day and some more CLR!! 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

12-27-2010, 12:03 AM	#28
72chevyfleet Learning As I Go Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: scotts valley california Posts: 250	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) lookin good nice car __________________ 1972 Chevy C-20 Longbed 2wd Granny Low with a Crate 350: Air Gap Manifold, Edelbrock 600cfm, HEI, Headers to a 40 series flow (soon to be dual again)

01-26-2011, 10:32 PM	#29
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01-26-2011, 11:07 PM	#30
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) No not really. Unfortunately something this old really needs to be frame off'd. I think its gotta short somewhere and were having to dissconnect the battery. And with snow/ice/salt it stays in the garage. Need to: Adj. wheel cyls and make sure brakes dont keep locking up (adj. pushrod correctly now just need to adj. wheel cyc. Fix brakelights/turnsignals Chase down a water leak somewhere (around heater core, but dont think its the core) And keep driving till more probs. come up. I always play with my truck so this thing doesnt get MUCH attention, maybe when it warms up.. __________________ 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

01-28-2011, 12:54 AM	#31
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) we need updated pics! Last edited by 67chevy1series; 01-28-2011 at 12:55 AM.

01-28-2011, 10:44 AM	#32
longhorn396 S.D.M.F. Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Westport, In Posts: 639	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) Yes we do lol __________________ 1969 Chevy Longhorn 396/400 3/4 ton. 1991 Chevy Camaro RS 305/700r4 1978 Honda XL175 and XL350(the evil twin) 2006 Kawasaki ZX-14r drag bike-best e.t. 9.4@145 mph without nitrous 1971 BSA Thunderbolt 650cc

01-28-2011, 08:32 PM	#33
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) Gf and I just got home from a cruise in it, she took some sunset pictures. __________________ 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

01-29-2011, 12:06 AM	#34
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) is your 68 getting left home alot?

01-29-2011, 12:31 AM	#35
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) Nahh, The car is mostly been torn up, still not ready for in town driving yet. Gota get brakelights working, and turn signals. And triple go over the brakes, get the vacumn wipers working (aunts bf or someone tried to convert to 12v wipers 6 volt car and parts are in a box in trunk) 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

01-29-2011, 12:35 AM	#36
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) Brittany took the pictures. So if there good tell me i'll tell her. I think she started adj. camera cause they start to get darker and darker... 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

01-29-2011, 01:15 AM	#37
67chevy1series Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: a t w a t e r cali 95301 Posts: 10,713	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) wow cool pics!

02-14-2011, 01:44 PM	#38
GhostTown Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Idaho Posts: 305	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) I'm subscribed. Very cool car and I hope to see some updates this spring. I have a '53 convertible that is third on my list of builds. It was my moms high school car.

02-14-2011, 03:49 PM	#39
spudz Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Branchville SC Posts: 1,647	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) something your may want to try instead of the CLR. Get a high speed buffer with the wool pad and good agressive compound.. it will buff the paint out and romove the surface rust at the same time.... works great.. Ive seen it dont several times.. it ruins the pad tho. __________________ 2004 z71, 96 z71 on 38s, 88 Chevy k5 blazer, 4in lift. 84 swb project, 82 SWB project , 84 chevy 4x4 lwb project, 88 Jimmy beater/highschool ride. 79 c30. 99 tahoe 4x4 project. and a bunch of parts trucks..

02-14-2011, 05:32 PM	#40
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) Thanks guys! ghosttown, post some picures?! spudz, anyupdates on the switch? lol __________________ 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



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02-14-2011, 05:48 PM	#41
GhostTown Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Idaho Posts: 305	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) First images are scanned polariods of the car in '63 when my Mom was driving it. Followed by the condition it is in now. I am not responsible for the poor things current condition. In fact, I now have her (the car's name is Shasta) in a garage safe and sound. All of the pieces are there, she just needs to be refurbished and put back together. My Mom parked this car in '64 and ordered a '65 Lemans (on the other side of the '53), which I still have and will be building when my truck is done. Hopefully next winter.

02-14-2011, 08:07 PM	#43
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) Ok, i"ll pester him thanks anyway __________________ 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

02-14-2011, 08:08 PM	#44
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) Looks like it was a beautiful car!! Ya dont have a parts car or anything do you? Or ya lookin' for any parts?! __________________ 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

02-14-2011, 10:41 PM	#45
GhostTown Registered User Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Idaho Posts: 305	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) I don't have a parts car. I haven't even begun to research the car at all yet to be honest with you. It doesn't need any sheet metal, and all of the little stuff is there, it's just in boxes.

02-16-2011, 08:48 PM	#47
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) Its the solid silver one that looks like it doesnt belong.. 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

02-16-2011, 09:26 PM	#48
spudz Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Branchville SC Posts: 1,647	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) if he strikes out, I may know where there is one a few towns over. there used to be a 53 chevy 2dr sedan in a junk yard. how much are you wanting to spend? Because next time I am through there, if its within your price range, I will try and get it. Its a junk yard for antique and classis cars. mid 70s back so nothing is dirt cheap. __________________ 2004 z71, 96 z71 on 38s, 88 Chevy k5 blazer, 4in lift. 84 swb project, 82 SWB project , 84 chevy 4x4 lwb project, 88 Jimmy beater/highschool ride. 79 c30. 99 tahoe 4x4 project. and a bunch of parts trucks..

02-16-2011, 09:41 PM	#49
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: Grams '53 (1953 Chevrolet Belair) He said he'd give $15 if that was shipped..lol No hurry just poke a head in the window if your ever there again. lol __________________ 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

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