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hgs_notes · 11-07-2011, 01:09 AM

I can't imagine this wreck being a car again. Whatever the owner is paying you isn't enough.

JHT67 · 11-07-2011, 08:48 PM

Do you have any pics of the car from when your friend brought it home. I would love to see what someone could think was a good driver, and what it can really turn out to be. I'm wondering if the seller could be as innocent as the buyer. I am sure there is plenty of old Camaros out there that I would love to own, and would certainly drive, but was totally swiss cheese.

Poor Ol'Camaros

67ChevyRedneck · 11-08-2011, 09:25 AM

James, you must be giving this fella one hell of a good deal on your time, because I honestly just can't see how it's not cheaper to go with another tub. Given your location, I'm sure it's hard to find a good one... My dad's firebird is a rusty mess but not even 1/10 as bad as that one and I'm only saving the tub on it because it means a lot to me. It wouldn't be right to just piece together another car.

With all that said... I can't wait to see this baby come back together

noonzor · 01-18-2012, 02:31 PM

james..... i think you enjoy metalworkin a little too much hahaha.

nuke1 · 02-21-2012, 02:04 PM

I am a slacker!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pics soon

mcbassin · 02-21-2012, 03:31 PM

Update brother???? just sayin

nuke1 · 02-22-2012, 12:40 AM

Ok, so here is a few pictures, I am truely having a hard time getting myself to work on this car. Just something that I don not want to do, but I am gonna try to get it done soon. I make more money on other jobs. but it is what it is so what is that saying from the south "Git R' Done!" On to a few pics. BTW I am not doing a great job on this car, all I am doing is making it street legal and safe, not a show car by any means.

nuke1 · 02-22-2012, 12:42 AM

A couple more, I will get a few more pics as I get more done, This car has taken way too long and I need your guys support to get it done. So let's roll up our sleeves and make some sparks fly!!

mcbassin · 02-22-2012, 12:50 AM

Looks good to me James. Not sure where to begin on one of these puppies? I have a feeling my 68 is going to have a lot of the same issues as this one. Hopefully not this bad. It has a pesky vinyl roof and I know its got some rust under there

Please stay motivated and take lots of pics of this one. I know it sucks but you can do it. Git r done! Oh yeah, try to hang around this year

PHAT TONY · 02-22-2012, 02:12 AM

As a 25 year experienced bodyman, last 7 in full time restorations, I hear ya not wanting to work on this...I wouldn't do this for my mom!(I don't think anyways) Hat's off to ya; holy jeez!

nuke1 · 02-23-2012, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

Looks good to me James. Not sure where to begin on one of these puppies? I have a feeling my 68 is going to have a lot of the same issues as this one. Hopefully not this bad. It has a pesky vinyl roof and I know its got some rust under there

Please stay motivated and take lots of pics of this one. I know it sucks but you can do it. Git r done! Oh yeah, try to hang around this year

Lol, I will get it done, just to do a cooler project after it! And I will hang out this year, I promise!

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Originally Posted by PHAT TONY

As a 25 year experienced bodyman, last 7 in full time restorations, I hear ya not wanting to work on this...I wouldn't do this for my mom!(I don't think anyways) Hat's off to ya; holy jeez!

I know, been doing this fo 18 years and i look at this thing and shake my head. Thx btw, besides I have a 57' chev to do for my mom that she has had since she was 15. Can not wait!
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YBNORML · 02-23-2012, 07:40 PM

Your NUTS!

Kudo's to you for doing it though.

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-23-2012, 09:22 PM

What's the hold up?

I mean, you must be enjoying an above average nice winter too. That's why this thing isn't done yet, huh?

nuke1 · 02-24-2012, 01:56 AM

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Originally Posted by YBNORML

Your NUTS!

Kudo's to you for doing it though.

Lol, I do believe I am nuts also for doin it!

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

What's the hold up?

I mean, you must be enjoying an above average nice winter too. That's why this thing isn't done yet, huh?

Super nice winter! Scares me way too much because I wonder what spring will be like. And yes you are right totally
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nuke1 · 02-24-2012, 02:02 AM

Well, I went out tonite for a bit and got a few more patches put into the the skeleton, I then set the skeleton on top of the floor in the rough position where it should be. Now I just need a few measurements to actually make sure it is in the right place then start assembling more on it. What a pita! Oh well I am a sucker for punishment.
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**Dieselwrencher** · 02-24-2012, 11:44 AM

I totally agree with ya on the spring deal! I hope it doesn't rain every day for 3 months! Once you get that floor in again you will feel a great deal a bit better about swiss cheese. But then don't look at the back of the shell.

mcbassin · 02-27-2012, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by nuke1

Well, I went out tonite for a bit and got a few more patches put into the the skeleton, I then set the skeleton on top of the floor in the rough position where it should be. Now I just need a few measurements to actually make sure it is in the right place then start assembling more on it. What a pita! Oh well I am a sucker for punishment.
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You still need some measurements? Let me know

nuke1 · 02-27-2012, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

I totally agree with ya on the spring deal! I hope it doesn't rain every day for 3 months! Once you get that floor in again you will feel a great deal a bit better about swiss cheese. But then don't look at the back of the shell.

LOL, I know. hope to have it all together this weekend! we will see. jsut had to pull the trans in my silverado thou last nite! it went boom.

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Originally Posted by mcbassin

You still need some measurements? Let me know

I do. I will ph you tonite, just getting a pic drawn up for ya. thanks

nuke1 · 02-27-2012, 01:15 PM

Here is a pic of where I need measurements, I hope this helps. thx

**Dieselwrencher** · 02-27-2012, 06:38 PM

Is that the pic of the body shell you're sending me James?

mcbassin · 02-27-2012, 08:18 PM

James,
I took the measurements. Here is what I came up with. I am working on the pictures of exactly where I took them.

mcbassin · 02-27-2012, 08:57 PM

Pictures

mcbassin · 02-27-2012, 08:59 PM

More:

mcbassin · 02-27-2012, 09:01 PM

James,
Please let me know if I can get you any more measurements. Not sure I helped you much with the floor dimension.??

nuke1 · 02-27-2012, 09:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Dieselwrencher

Is that the pic of the body shell you're sending me James?

I totally would, but this was back burner! Lol, kinda hard too now. But we can try if u want, but. She may come painted.
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11-07-2011, 01:09 AM	#76
hgs_notes GEARHEAD Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: MN Posts: 6,126	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro I can't imagine this wreck being a car again. Whatever the owner is paying you isn't enough. __________________ If no one knows what you're doing, they can't tell you you're doing it wrong HG's Dream Car Build - Shelby Cobra Kit Build your own adjustable track bar 71 Long Fleet C/10 72 Jimmy 4x4 (Junkyard Jimmy) HG's Plow Truck '78 K35 Dually Bigass Farm Truck HG's thread of miscellaneous stuff

11-07-2011, 08:48 PM	#77
JHT67 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: columbus, ohio Posts: 972	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro Do you have any pics of the car from when your friend brought it home. I would love to see what someone could think was a good driver, and what it can really turn out to be. I'm wondering if the seller could be as innocent as the buyer. I am sure there is plenty of old Camaros out there that I would love to own, and would certainly drive, but was totally swiss cheese. Poor Ol'Camaros __________________ Going through life's daily grind, I can feel the effects of this physical body's fleeting days, But with a young spirit I look toward a brighter day, knowing that in the eyes of eternity, I am but a babe in the arms of my Lord.........

11-08-2011, 09:25 AM	#78
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro James, you must be giving this fella one hell of a good deal on your time, because I honestly just can't see how it's not cheaper to go with another tub. Given your location, I'm sure it's hard to find a good one... My dad's firebird is a rusty mess but not even 1/10 as bad as that one and I'm only saving the tub on it because it means a lot to me. It wouldn't be right to just piece together another car. With all that said... I can't wait to see this baby come back together __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

01-18-2012, 02:31 PM	#79
noonzor Registered User Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 818	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro james..... i think you enjoy metalworkin a little too much hahaha. __________________ 69 c10 Shortbox Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=360622 Last edited by Sillyoldman; 02-27-2012 at 08:01 AM. Reason: language

02-21-2012, 02:04 PM	#80
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro I am a slacker!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Pics soon __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

02-21-2012, 03:31 PM	#81
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro Update brother???? just sayin __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

02-22-2012, 12:40 AM	#82
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro Ok, so here is a few pictures, I am truely having a hard time getting myself to work on this car. Just something that I don not want to do, but I am gonna try to get it done soon. I make more money on other jobs. but it is what it is so what is that saying from the south "Git R' Done!" On to a few pics. BTW I am not doing a great job on this car, all I am doing is making it street legal and safe, not a show car by any means. Attached Images __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

02-22-2012, 12:42 AM	#83
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro A couple more, I will get a few more pics as I get more done, This car has taken way too long and I need your guys support to get it done. So let's roll up our sleeves and make some sparks fly!! Attached Images __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

02-22-2012, 12:50 AM	#84
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro Looks good to me James. Not sure where to begin on one of these puppies? I have a feeling my 68 is going to have a lot of the same issues as this one. Hopefully not this bad. It has a pesky vinyl roof and I know its got some rust under there Please stay motivated and take lots of pics of this one. I know it sucks but you can do it. Git r done! Oh yeah, try to hang around this year __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

02-22-2012, 02:12 AM	#85
PHAT TONY Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Red Deer ab canada Posts: 1,250	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro As a 25 year experienced bodyman, last 7 in full time restorations, I hear ya not wanting to work on this...I wouldn't do this for my mom!(I don't think anyways) Hat's off to ya; holy jeez! __________________ 1972 factory 2 Wheel Drive Blazer-Sold 1972 K10 4X4-Sold 1971 Chevrolet Cheyenne/10-Sold 1970 Chevrolet C/10-Sold 1968 GMC 4X4-Project 1968 Chevrolet C/10 Pro Street 1970 GMC 3/4 Ton-Parts 1997 2WD 2DR Yukon-Sweet http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=335664

02-23-2012, 07:40 PM	#87
YBNORML Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: Edmonton, Alberta Posts: 3,850	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro Your NUTS! Kudo's to you for doing it though. __________________ --------------------------------------------------------------- Jason. 68’ GMC shortbox https://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/...d.php?t=794201 72' 2WD Blazer http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=425385 67' LongBox C-10 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=691845 InstaGram ybnorml67

02-23-2012, 09:22 PM	#88
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro What's the hold up? I mean, you must be enjoying an above average nice winter too. That's why this thing isn't done yet, huh? __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-24-2012, 02:02 AM	#90
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro Well, I went out tonite for a bit and got a few more patches put into the the skeleton, I then set the skeleton on top of the floor in the rough position where it should be. Now I just need a few measurements to actually make sure it is in the right place then start assembling more on it. What a pita! Oh well I am a sucker for punishment. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

02-24-2012, 11:44 AM	#91
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro I totally agree with ya on the spring deal! I hope it doesn't rain every day for 3 months! Once you get that floor in again you will feel a great deal a bit better about swiss cheese. But then don't look at the back of the shell. __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-27-2012, 01:15 PM	#94
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro Here is a pic of where I need measurements, I hope this helps. thx Attached Images __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587



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02-27-2012, 06:38 PM	#95
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro Is that the pic of the body shell you're sending me James? __________________ Ryan 1972 Chevy Longhorn K30 Cheyenne Super, 359 Inline 6 cylinder, Auto Trans, Tilt, Diesel Tach/Vach, Buckets, Rare Rear 4-link and air ride option Build Thread 1972 GMC Sierra Grande Longhorn 4x4 1972 Chevy Cheyenne Super K20 Long Step side tilt, tach, tow hooks, AC, 350 4 speed 1972 C10 Suburban Custom Deluxe 1969 Chevy milk truck 1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR STG3 Cam Super T10 1940 Ford 354 Hemi 46RH Ford 9" on air ride huge project *Tired of spark plugs? Check this out.*

02-27-2012, 08:18 PM	#96
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro James, I took the measurements. Here is what I came up with. I am working on the pictures of exactly where I took them. Attached Images __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

02-27-2012, 08:57 PM	#97
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro Pictures Attached Images __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

02-27-2012, 08:59 PM	#98
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro More: Attached Images __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

02-27-2012, 09:01 PM	#99
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: Project "SWISS CHEESE" the 68 Camaro James, Please let me know if I can get you any more measurements. Not sure I helped you much with the floor dimension.?? Attached Images __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

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