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CAL 58 GMC · 05-22-2012, 04:47 PM

Ok, it's been some time since I last updated. The body is coming along, all the body work is done and now just needs to be block sanded.

After giving much though I ended up doing bags on the Chevelle. I got a great deal on a set of Ride Tech Shockwaves for $325 and with some left over parts from my 58 I was able to put it all together. Here's a few pics.

hopped up · 05-22-2012, 06:00 PM

chassis looks great!! good call on the shockwaves.
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**Dieselwrencher** · 05-22-2012, 06:26 PM

Oh yeah, that's awesome!

Blitz · 05-22-2012, 07:07 PM

Good call on the Shockwaves! Stance on demand!

CAL 58 GMC · 05-24-2012, 08:50 PM

Thanks guys! Next is driveline shorten and finish up the fuel lines.

entourageguy · 05-27-2012, 08:58 PM

looking good my friend.

northern 85 · 05-27-2012, 09:25 PM

Wow how did i miss this one? Super NICE!!! Great job,very cool that your wife is building it too.

poncho_villa · 05-27-2012, 10:39 PM

Thanks for the updates. We were almost getting tired of waiting. It's gonna look sweet. When are you going to post pics of the body? Do we get to see it before the color goes on?

CAL 58 GMC · 05-28-2012, 06:14 PM

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Originally Posted by entourageguy

looking good my friend.

Thanks Brian!

CAL 58 GMC · 05-28-2012, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by northern 85

Wow how did i miss this one? Super NICE!!! Great job,very cool that your wife is building it too.

Thanks Northen 85! The wife started out helping but that was short lived after she got grease under her nails.

CAL 58 GMC · 05-28-2012, 06:17 PM

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Originally Posted by poncho_villa

Thanks for the updates. We were almost getting tired of waiting. It's gonna look sweet. When are you going to post pics of the body? Do we get to see it before the color goes on?

Poncho, the next time I'm at the shop I'll snap a few more pics.

CAL 58 GMC · 06-04-2012, 02:39 PM

I seen this 67 Chevelle for sale on e-bay and had to post a pic of it. This is very close to the color we are painting it.

72BlckButy · 06-07-2012, 05:22 PM

Love that chassis... amazing work!

Will your Chevelle be at a similar height to the blue one pictured above?

CAL 58 GMC · 06-13-2012, 02:09 AM

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Originally Posted by 72BlckButy

Love that chassis... amazing work!

Will your Chevelle be at a similar height to the blue one pictured above?

Yes although it might be lower when all the air is out of the bags.

northern 85 · 06-13-2012, 09:08 PM

Wow !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Kabwe · 07-16-2012, 06:50 PM

Everything is looking great man but I noticed you have not updated in a while. Please don't forget to keep us updated.

pgf545 · 07-16-2012, 08:50 PM

Very Nice Dave, hope things are going well with you. Daniel is still in Lemoore until Dec when he gets out of the NAVY and I am not sure what is plan is after that. He has a girl friend somewhere around you but I can't remember the name of the town she lives in. Good Luck with your new ride and if I ever make it out there again I will look you up.

Bernie

61 son of a Gun · 07-17-2012, 09:03 AM

Looks a little like Starburst blue ! When I see a 66 or 67 it brings back a lot of good old feelings ,I think I have to build another one for closure .

suspect · 07-17-2012, 04:06 PM

sweet build thread. i've got to stop checking it out though. my wife wants me to build her a 69 camaro. i'm close to half way with my 69 c10 build, but this thread makes me want to just go out and find a camaro. good luck on the rest of your build!

CAL 58 GMC · 08-02-2012, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Kabwe

Every and looking great man but I noticed you have not updated in a while. Please don't forget to keep us updated.

Not much happening, just waiting on paint.

CAL 58 GMC · 08-02-2012, 04:00 PM

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Originally Posted by 61 son of a Gun

Looks a little like Starburst blue ! When I see a 66 or 67 it brings back a lot of good old feelings ,I think I have to build another one for closure .

Yes it does my friend!

CAL 58 GMC · 08-02-2012, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by pgf545

Very Nice Dave, hope things are going well with you. Daniel is still in Lemoore until Dec when he gets out of the NAVY and I am not sure what is plan is after that. He has a girl friend somewhere around you but I can't remember the name of the town she lives in. Good Luck with your new ride and if I ever make it out there again I will look you up.

Bernie

Thanks Bernie, hope all is well with you and the family!

CAL 58 GMC · 12-03-2012, 11:54 PM

We finally got color on the firewall, but it's too dark. We now are looking at 2006 Corvette Le Mans blue or 2004 Chevy Silverado Arrival Blue. First pic is of the firewall, it look much lighter in the pic from the flash, it's much darker. The next pic is a 2006 LeMans Blue Corvette and the last is my Silverado I used to have. I think we will sleep on it.

NONHOG · 12-04-2012, 12:55 AM

Its got to make you happy but I like it!

Jonboy · 12-04-2012, 05:51 PM

I really like the Lemans blue. You might also look at the late 90's Dodge Viper blue. It seems like it was originally a 4 stage color, but can be mixed as base/clear. It's pretty similar to the Lemans blue, but a bit brighter.

05-22-2012, 04:47 PM	#126
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Ok, it's been some time since I last updated. The body is coming along, all the body work is done and now just needs to be block sanded. After giving much though I ended up doing bags on the Chevelle. I got a great deal on a set of Ride Tech Shockwaves for $325 and with some left over parts from my 58 I was able to put it all together. Here's a few pics. Attached Images __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4 Last edited by CAL 58 GMC; 05-28-2012 at 06:18 PM.

05-22-2012, 06:00 PM	#127
hopped up Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: los angeles,ca Posts: 3,617	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build chassis looks great!! good call on the shockwaves. Posted via Mobile Device

05-22-2012, 06:26 PM	#128
Dieselwrencher 6>8 Plugless........ Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Prairie City, Ia Posts: 17,139	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Oh yeah, that's awesome! __________________ 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.*

05-22-2012, 07:07 PM	#129
Blitz Mr. Thread Killer Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Norcross, GA Posts: 388	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Good call on the Shockwaves! Stance on demand!

05-24-2012, 08:50 PM	#130
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Thanks guys! Next is driveline shorten and finish up the fuel lines. __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

05-27-2012, 08:58 PM	#131
entourageguy Yellow truck club Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Barrie Ontario Posts: 2,080	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build looking good my friend. __________________ ................................................................ Brian ...... My hub garage address http://www.hubgarage.com/mygarage/59apache I gue$$ everything has it'$ price ALL GONE NOW *59 Chev Apache* *PRAISE THE LOWERED* 350 700r lokar shifter power MII front end, shockwaves tilt, 4 wheel discs 4-link and bags 10 bolt limited

05-27-2012, 09:25 PM	#132
northern 85 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fairfield Maine Posts: 1,759	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Wow how did i miss this one? Super NICE!!! Great job,very cool that your wife is building it too.

05-27-2012, 10:39 PM	#133
poncho_villa Registered User Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: B.C. Posts: 457	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Thanks for the updates. We were almost getting tired of waiting. It's gonna look sweet. When are you going to post pics of the body? Do we get to see it before the color goes on? __________________ 58 Apache short fleetside ona 64 chassis:

06-04-2012, 02:39 PM	#137
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build I seen this 67 Chevelle for sale on e-bay and had to post a pic of it. This is very close to the color we are painting it. Attached Images __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

06-07-2012, 05:22 PM	#138
72BlckButy Tot Roddin' Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 24,461	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Love that chassis... amazing work! Will your Chevelle be at a similar height to the blue one pictured above? __________________ -Nate 1969 CST SWB - Project Blank Slate (4.5/6" ECE Static Drop, 6-lug disc brake upgrade (manual), Billet Specialties Vintec 20x8.5 255/40 (F) 20x10 295/40 (R), 250 I-6) 1960 AMF Skylark - Tot Roddin' (Lowered with custom frame; soon to include custom push bar and interior) 2008 Silverado CrewCab 1LT (5.3L, 3:73, 4x4, LT1, Z-71, Towing Package)

06-13-2012, 09:08 PM	#140
northern 85 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Fairfield Maine Posts: 1,759	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Wow !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

07-16-2012, 06:50 PM	#141
Kabwe Certified Car Nut Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Inglewood, California Posts: 3,118	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Everything is looking great man but I noticed you have not updated in a while. Please don't forget to keep us updated. Last edited by Kabwe; 11-20-2012 at 03:54 PM.

07-16-2012, 08:50 PM	#142
pgf545 Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Santa Fe,Texas Posts: 933	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Very Nice Dave, hope things are going well with you. Daniel is still in Lemoore until Dec when he gets out of the NAVY and I am not sure what is plan is after that. He has a girl friend somewhere around you but I can't remember the name of the town she lives in. Good Luck with your new ride and if I ever make it out there again I will look you up. Bernie __________________ 52 Chevy Truck (Dad's) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=206021

07-17-2012, 09:03 AM	#143
61 son of a Gun Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Friggin Upstate NY. Posts: 60	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Looks a little like Starburst blue ! When I see a 66 or 67 it brings back a lot of good old feelings ,I think I have to build another one for closure . __________________ Hey, how exactly is a rainbow made? How exactly does the sun set? How exactly does the posi-trac rear end on a Plymouth work? It just does.

07-17-2012, 04:06 PM	#144
suspect Registered User Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: oklahoma city Posts: 692	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build sweet build thread. i've got to stop checking it out though. my wife wants me to build her a 69 camaro. i'm close to half way with my 69 c10 build, but this thread makes me want to just go out and find a camaro. good luck on the rest of your build! __________________ Daniel 68 C10 Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=503594 Romans 10:13 Everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.



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12-03-2012, 11:54 PM	#148
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build We finally got color on the firewall, but it's too dark. We now are looking at 2006 Corvette Le Mans blue or 2004 Chevy Silverado Arrival Blue. First pic is of the firewall, it look much lighter in the pic from the flash, it's much darker. The next pic is a 2006 LeMans Blue Corvette and the last is my Silverado I used to have. I think we will sleep on it. Attached Images __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

12-04-2012, 12:55 AM	#149
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,446	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build Its got to make you happy but I like it! __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

12-04-2012, 05:51 PM	#150
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: 1966 Chevelle Build I really like the Lemans blue. You might also look at the late 90's Dodge Viper blue. It seems like it was originally a 4 stage color, but can be mixed as base/clear. It's pretty similar to the Lemans blue, but a bit brighter.

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