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Frizzle Fry · 03-21-2011, 04:47 PM

Work/travel getting in the way again. I post updates as they happen.
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dammitmitchell · 03-21-2011, 06:26 PM

remember if work and travel brings you to texas you let us know!

Jvsapp · 03-21-2011, 07:46 PM

man i wish i could travel for work.... also if you make it to the main rock in the middle of the pacific, LMK!

Frizzle Fry · 04-11-2011, 02:29 AM

Thanks, but I'm gonna stick with the 'no external body mods' theme.

65Pickup · 04-11-2011, 12:59 PM

Ya she's done, that's the sweetness, all lamb-like and unassuming...with a wolf inside. Great job.

Jvsapp · 04-12-2011, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

Thanks, but I'm gonna stick with the 'no external body mods' theme.

i agree.... i like the looks of the minx as it is....

Frizzle Fry · 05-02-2011, 10:13 AM

A little more...

Rearranged the shop a bit. Was planning to trailer her over to the local Saturday Night Cruz-In, but didn't make it yet.

Started stitching the trans tunnel back in. 3" aft and 1" higher than stock.

Jvsapp · 05-02-2011, 10:26 AM

looking good FF... on it's shoes and almost ready to go! so where's the shop pics?

Frizzle Fry · 05-02-2011, 10:54 AM

That's it really, just moved it over in front of the door. She wants out!

VA72C10 · 05-02-2011, 12:05 PM

Looking good. How far away from driving vs. trailering it??

Lovin the shop pic....that means the tahoe is in the prime work area

dammitmitchell · 05-02-2011, 12:39 PM

awesome

OldJimmy57 · 05-14-2011, 07:15 AM

This is definitly one of the best builds I have seen and your fab skills are off the charts.

*project 67 sub* · 05-15-2011, 07:21 AM

whos 60-66 chevy truck is that i spotted in the first pic?

Frizzle Fry · 05-16-2011, 01:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by VA72C10

Looking good. How far away from driving vs. trailering it??

Hard to say. It all depends on how much more travel time is in the cards. Hopefully no more!

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Originally Posted by dammitmitchell

awesome

Quote:

Originally Posted by OldJimmy57

This is definitly one of the best builds I have seen and your fab skills are off the charts.

Thanks. Just gotta see it through now!

Quote:

Originally Posted by project 67 sub

whos 60-66 chevy truck is that i spotted in the first pic?

Mine. I have a 61 and a 64.

*project 67 sub* · 05-18-2011, 12:00 AM

so i would take it that that one is the 64 seeing as it is a fleetside

Frizzle Fry · 05-18-2011, 08:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by project 67 sub

so i would take it that that one is the 64 seeing as it is a fleetside

Yep. Here she is. Short bed and big window parts are staged...

She's a workhorse. Been in the family 35+ years.

inovermyhead · 05-19-2011, 10:42 AM

I tend to go back and forth on this build looking at the amazing fabrication skills you have and not to mention your vision of this car. Simply jaw dropping.
We just need to get you back in the garage and update us w/some new pics to drool over.

*project 67 sub* · 05-22-2011, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

Yep. Here she is. Short bed and big window parts are staged...

She's a workhorse. Been in the family 35+ years.

sweet, i vote leaving it a long bed though, everybody has and wants short beds lol. definitely go big window though. but limo tint it so you dont get burnt haha

dhaymaker · 05-22-2011, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by project 67 sub

sweet, i vote leaving it a long bed though, everybody has and wants short beds lol. definitely go big window though. but limo tint it so you dont get burnt haha

Frizzle Fry, the work you've done is quite impressive! If I don't miss my guess, the basic premise of the car is light weight, lots of power, mix in a little deception (us old guys always called 'em "sleepers"), and you're out the door to have some fun!

Another thing I find really interesting...it's funny how the SWB vs. LWB discussion pops up in so many threads and so many conversations. I've had many, many of these trucks in both long and shortbed formats, but I must confess to having a preference for the short trucks!

Anyway, keep up the great work, and I'm sure many of us will keep watching. It's just your cross to bear having to listen to all our "inputs" and ideas! lol

65Pickup · 06-06-2011, 08:06 PM

So how is this sleeper performing, as expected, Corvette killer... here's a similar but very different ride, made me think of yours.

watahyahknow · 06-06-2011, 08:41 PM

an english ford anglia , never uderstood that rearwindow, i still dont like it

Jvsapp · 06-21-2011, 09:05 PM

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Originally Posted by watahyahknow

an english ford anglia , never uderstood that rearwindow, i still dont like it

not my favorite years anglia either..... BTW FF how's the car coming? hope work ain't got you inundated again.

Mister laugh · 07-17-2011, 03:13 PM

Any more progess coming soon? this thread actually made it to the second page.

Frizzle Fry · 07-19-2011, 07:44 PM

Slowed up on the Minx over the last couple months due to several factors. One of which was the forming of a new car club and cruise-in. Needed something to take to the cruises so I gave a little TLC to my 64 C10. One thing leads to another ...you know how it goes. I have project ADD in the worste way!

I have four days off starting tomorrow and WILL be working on the Minx! Standby for update...

NONHOG · 07-19-2011, 09:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

I have project ADD in the worste way!

I have four days off starting tomorrow and WILL be working on the Minx! Standby for update...

Project ADD, love it! we should start a club. It'd be huge.
Update soon, I'm anxious.

ps add the 64 to your signature.

03-21-2011, 04:47 PM	#1
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Work/travel getting in the way again. I post updates as they happen. Posted via Mobile Device

03-21-2011, 06:26 PM	#2
dammitmitchell the pollock Join Date: May 2008 Location: abilene, texas Posts: 4,423	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... remember if work and travel brings you to texas you let us know! __________________ Jack of ALL trades, Master of none.. (but one... procrastination) Army vet 02-08 RIP El Jay! Miss you brother! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=343538 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=386042

03-21-2011, 07:46 PM	#3
Jvsapp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: on a rock in the pacific Posts: 554	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... man i wish i could travel for work.... also if you make it to the main rock in the middle of the pacific, LMK! __________________ 63 4 door Chevy II - NOVACATION (Updated 08/23/09) 65 Morris minor Traveler 77 Chevy Longbed. 93 Corolla JDM 20V Swap Daily Driver (Updated 07/16/09) Powder coating Hawaii Domestic Violence Awareness Show 5/3/09 Hawaii Rod and Custom Show 4/18

04-11-2011, 02:29 AM	#4
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Thanks, but I'm gonna stick with the 'no external body mods' theme.

04-11-2011, 12:59 PM	#5
65Pickup Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Vancouver Island BC Posts: 652	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Ya she's done, that's the sweetness, all lamb-like and unassuming...with a wolf inside. Great job. __________________

05-02-2011, 10:13 AM	#7
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... A little more... Rearranged the shop a bit. Was planning to trailer her over to the local Saturday Night Cruz-In, but didn't make it yet. Started stitching the trans tunnel back in. 3" aft and 1" higher than stock.

05-02-2011, 10:26 AM	#8
Jvsapp Registered User Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: on a rock in the pacific Posts: 554	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... looking good FF... on it's shoes and almost ready to go! so where's the shop pics? __________________ 63 4 door Chevy II - NOVACATION (Updated 08/23/09) 65 Morris minor Traveler 77 Chevy Longbed. 93 Corolla JDM 20V Swap Daily Driver (Updated 07/16/09) Powder coating Hawaii Domestic Violence Awareness Show 5/3/09 Hawaii Rod and Custom Show 4/18

05-02-2011, 10:54 AM	#9
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... That's it really, just moved it over in front of the door. She wants out!

05-02-2011, 12:05 PM	#10
VA72C10 VA72C10 Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Midlothian, VA Posts: 25,269	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Looking good. How far away from driving vs. trailering it?? Lovin the shop pic....that means the tahoe is in the prime work area __________________ Looking for a 67-72 swb or blazer project in or around VA.

05-02-2011, 12:39 PM	#11
dammitmitchell the pollock Join Date: May 2008 Location: abilene, texas Posts: 4,423	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... awesome __________________ Jack of ALL trades, Master of none.. (but one... procrastination) Army vet 02-08 RIP El Jay! Miss you brother! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=343538 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=386042

05-14-2011, 07:15 AM	#12
OldJimmy57 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: mesquite texas Posts: 143	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... This is definitly one of the best builds I have seen and your fab skills are off the charts. __________________ http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/showthread.php3?t=145432

05-15-2011, 07:21 AM	#13
project 67 sub Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: san bernardino ca. everywhere Posts: 3,938	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... whos 60-66 chevy truck is that i spotted in the first pic? Last edited by project 67 sub; 05-15-2011 at 07:22 AM.

05-18-2011, 12:00 AM	#15
project 67 sub Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: san bernardino ca. everywhere Posts: 3,938	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... so i would take it that that one is the 64 seeing as it is a fleetside

05-19-2011, 10:42 AM	#17
inovermyhead Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Shreveport, LA Posts: 115	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... I tend to go back and forth on this build looking at the amazing fabrication skills you have and not to mention your vision of this car. Simply jaw dropping. We just need to get you back in the garage and update us w/some new pics to drool over. __________________ 81 GMC C15 RC SWB 5.3L 4L80E project

06-06-2011, 08:06 PM	#20
65Pickup Registered User Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Vancouver Island BC Posts: 652	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... So how is this sleeper performing, as expected, Corvette killer... here's a similar but very different ride, made me think of yours. Attached Images



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06-06-2011, 08:41 PM	#21
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... an english ford anglia , never uderstood that rearwindow, i still dont like it __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

07-17-2011, 03:13 PM	#23
Mister laugh Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 423	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Any more progess coming soon? this thread actually made it to the second page.

07-19-2011, 07:44 PM	#24
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Slowed up on the Minx over the last couple months due to several factors. One of which was the forming of a new car club and cruise-in. Needed something to take to the cruises so I gave a little TLC to my 64 C10. One thing leads to another ...you know how it goes. I have project ADD in the worste way! I have four days off starting tomorrow and WILL be working on the Minx! Standby for update...

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