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Bob 68327 · 06-20-2011, 11:02 PM

I have always wanted one of these I know the one i got is rough but it is very fixable . i will be adding photos in comming months but it will be a slow process . I'm going to completely rebuild this car and then drive the snot out of it I can't wait.. Here's the first pics .....

Bob 68327 · 06-20-2011, 11:06 PM

some more....

y5mgisi · 06-20-2011, 11:06 PM

Nice! Im dieing for a 66-67!

NONHOG · 06-21-2011, 01:26 PM

Love the 72, now give us the info! What's the plan?

tooslo60 · 06-21-2011, 08:31 PM

I would kill for a 67 or maybe a 64.Never really liked the 66 68 or 69 though.

Heavy Evy · 06-21-2011, 09:31 PM

72 is the last good year in my opinion. 307,350 or 400 motor?

**lolife99** · 06-21-2011, 09:40 PM

Cool project!
My first car was a '71 Chevelle.

How's the progress on your truck?
I was hoping to see it at Des Moines.

Bob 68327 · 06-21-2011, 11:39 PM

Thaks for the kind words guys I will make something nice out of it . It's gonna take some time but worth it . It's currently a 307 auto . It's going in my truck and my roller motor and trans will go in the chevelle . I can't keep both so the truck has to go ......Kinda crazy I just finished the suspension work on the truck and this guy finally decided to sell the chevelle to me . So someone will get a nice project to finish .

Heavy Evy · 06-22-2011, 12:21 AM

don't you dare sell that truck! you will regret it. ive been down that road and i'm still taking it. anyway i got a set of 15x7 vette rally wheels that need restored for the chevelle
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Frkypunk70 · 06-22-2011, 12:34 AM

Love it!! My first car was a 71 swapped the 307 for a 327. To this day I am one of my few people at a car show amongst my friends who knows the difference between a 71 and a 72 (blinker lights and slight grill change) oh and I believe they started the heavy chevy thing. Very nice. Have fun.
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Bob 68327 · 06-22-2011, 05:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Heavy Evy

don't you dare sell that truck! you will regret it. ive been down that road and i'm still taking it. anyway i got a set of 15x7 vette rally wheels that need restored for the chevelle
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No choice the truck has to go to pay for the chevelle resto . I will be putting my weld draglites on the chevelle unless I find a set of factory ss wheels .

Bob 68327 · 06-22-2011, 11:00 PM

Here's the direction i'm heading except the wheels they will be weld draglites..

oldblue1968chevy · 06-25-2011, 07:09 PM

i love that truck DONT SELL IT!

Bob 68327 · 06-25-2011, 11:23 PM

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Originally Posted by oldblue1968chevy

i love that truck DONT SELL IT!

It could be yours and i will sell it .. No choice need money for the Chevelle...

Bob 68327 · 07-01-2011, 11:05 PM

Got the first new part a little out of order but i scored a brand new Goodmark cowl hood for $200 So I jumped on It ..... Happy Day for ME!!!!!

FRENCHBLUE72 · 07-02-2011, 10:55 AM

Looks like she needs a few parts but Im sure it will look pretty sweet by the time you are done with it..

Bob 68327 · 08-14-2011, 10:48 PM

well the truck sold so the Chevelle is now inside so the teardown has begun . Here are a couple of pics sorry crappy cell phone shots I will get some better ones tomorrow. Enjoy.

spudz · 08-15-2011, 11:34 AM

I like it! I have a 72 chevelle same color and about the same shape as yours that i am going build for my wife in future.

spudz · 08-15-2011, 01:08 PM

I just picked this 4dr up for parts for 600 bux. Has a 350, motor runs good and trans shifts good. I need drivetrain and front clip off it for mine. If you need something small let me know, I may have it.

Bob 68327 · 08-15-2011, 09:58 PM

Got the interior out today and floorpans look better than expected just need a couple small patches . Slow progress but progress.......

71swb4x4 · 08-16-2011, 11:21 PM

Looking at those floor pans I would say getting the interior out was huge progress. One less part to cut out and weld in.

sanford66 · 08-17-2011, 12:50 AM

Looks like you have a good start there. I used to have a 1970 Chevelle Nomad, red with a saddle interior. I sold it to my dad but he hardly drives it anymore, and do you think he will sell it back to me?...NOPE! Anyway good luck and keep us up to speed. Joseph

Southcity · 08-19-2011, 11:04 AM

Subscribing, Love the car and the direction you are going with the Chevelle, are you intending to drag this car, is that why you are going with the Draglite wheels?

stealthy '69 · 08-19-2011, 09:21 PM

It looks like a nice solid start. What are your plans for color and interior?

Pop's C-10 · 08-19-2011, 09:37 PM

The cleaness of tha floor pan is pleasant suprise campared to tha out side..i love these cars..

06-20-2011, 11:02 PM	#1
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	My New 72 Chevelle I have always wanted one of these I know the one i got is rough but it is very fixable . i will be adding photos in comming months but it will be a slow process . I'm going to completely rebuild this car and then drive the snot out of it I can't wait.. Here's the first pics ..... Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

06-20-2011, 11:06 PM	#2
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: My New 72 Chevelle some more.... Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

06-20-2011, 11:06 PM	#3
y5mgisi Second Chance Program Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 2,642	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Nice! Im dieing for a 66-67!

06-21-2011, 01:26 PM	#4
NONHOG Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Marana, Arizona Posts: 3,458	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Love the 72, now give us the info! What's the plan? __________________ "I feel the need for speed!"... as soon as I am done with my nap.

06-21-2011, 08:31 PM	#5
tooslo60 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Longview WA Posts: 141	Re: My New 72 Chevelle I would kill for a 67 or maybe a 64.Never really liked the 66 68 or 69 though.

06-21-2011, 09:31 PM	#6
Heavy Evy born to lose Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 842	Re: My New 72 Chevelle 72 is the last good year in my opinion. 307,350 or 400 motor? __________________ _____________________ '67 Chevy Belair Wagon 283 Powerglide '68 Chevy II Nova 2 door 350 TH400 Sold!! '71 Chevy C20 350 TH350 '71 Chevy C10 Burb 350 TH350 stolen totalled gone.... Burb Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=475155 Nova Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=498979 Wagon Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543052 Not giving a truck.

06-21-2011, 09:40 PM	#7
lolife99 67-72 parts collector,… Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Mid-MO Posts: 22,701	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Cool project! My first car was a '71 Chevelle. How's the progress on your truck? I was hoping to see it at Des Moines. __________________ Keith Convert to disc brakes. http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=444823

06-21-2011, 11:39 PM	#8
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Thaks for the kind words guys I will make something nice out of it . It's gonna take some time but worth it . It's currently a 307 auto . It's going in my truck and my roller motor and trans will go in the chevelle . I can't keep both so the truck has to go ......Kinda crazy I just finished the suspension work on the truck and this guy finally decided to sell the chevelle to me . So someone will get a nice project to finish . __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker Last edited by Bob 68327; 06-21-2011 at 11:41 PM.

06-22-2011, 12:21 AM	#9
Heavy Evy born to lose Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Posts: 842	Re: My New 72 Chevelle don't you dare sell that truck! you will regret it. ive been down that road and i'm still taking it. anyway i got a set of 15x7 vette rally wheels that need restored for the chevelle Posted via Mobile Device __________________ _____________________ '67 Chevy Belair Wagon 283 Powerglide '68 Chevy II Nova 2 door 350 TH400 Sold!! '71 Chevy C20 350 TH350 '71 Chevy C10 Burb 350 TH350 stolen totalled gone.... Burb Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=475155 Nova Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=498979 Wagon Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=543052 Not giving a truck.

06-22-2011, 12:34 AM	#10
Frkypunk70 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Scranton,Pa Posts: 423	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Love it!! My first car was a 71 swapped the 307 for a 327. To this day I am one of my few people at a car show amongst my friends who knows the difference between a 71 and a 72 (blinker lights and slight grill change) oh and I believe they started the heavy chevy thing. Very nice. Have fun. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ "When I die, I want to go peacefully like my Grandfather did, in his sleep -- not screaming, like the passengers in his car. "

06-22-2011, 11:00 PM	#12
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Here's the direction i'm heading except the wheels they will be weld draglites.. Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

06-25-2011, 07:09 PM	#13
oldblue1968chevy Grandpa in the rustmobile... Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Spokane WA/Viola TN Posts: 11,422	Re: My New 72 Chevelle i love that truck DONT SELL IT! __________________ 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

07-01-2011, 11:05 PM	#15
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Got the first new part a little out of order but i scored a brand new Goodmark cowl hood for $200 So I jumped on It ..... Happy Day for ME!!!!! Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

07-02-2011, 10:55 AM	#16
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,606	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Looks like she needs a few parts but Im sure it will look pretty sweet by the time you are done with it.. __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..

08-14-2011, 10:48 PM	#17
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: My New 72 Chevelle well the truck sold so the Chevelle is now inside so the teardown has begun . Here are a couple of pics sorry crappy cell phone shots I will get some better ones tomorrow. Enjoy. Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker



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08-15-2011, 11:34 AM	#18
spudz Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Branchville SC Posts: 1,647	Re: My New 72 Chevelle I like it! I have a 72 chevelle same color and about the same shape as yours that i am going build for my wife in future. __________________ 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..

08-15-2011, 01:08 PM	#19
spudz Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Branchville SC Posts: 1,647	Re: My New 72 Chevelle I just picked this 4dr up for parts for 600 bux. Has a 350, motor runs good and trans shifts good. I need drivetrain and front clip off it for mine. If you need something small let me know, I may have it. Attached Images __________________ 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..

08-15-2011, 09:58 PM	#20
Bob 68327 72 Chevelle Club Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Newton , Iowa Posts: 2,052	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Got the interior out today and floorpans look better than expected just need a couple small patches . Slow progress but progress....... Attached Images __________________ I Have The Right To Remain Silent,But Lack The Ability 1972 Chevelle ... Mine 2006 Trailblazer... Hers 2002 Buick century ... Kids 2002 K1500 Z-71 EXT CAB ... Daily Driver 2005 Rockwood Roo ... For Camping 1974 Harley-Davidson XLH Sportster 84'' stroker

08-16-2011, 11:21 PM	#21
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Looking at those floor pans I would say getting the interior out was huge progress. One less part to cut out and weld in. __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

08-17-2011, 12:50 AM	#22
sanford66 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Everest Ks Posts: 749	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Looks like you have a good start there. I used to have a 1970 Chevelle Nomad, red with a saddle interior. I sold it to my dad but he hardly drives it anymore, and do you think he will sell it back to me?...NOPE! Anyway good luck and keep us up to speed. Joseph __________________ 1970 Chevelle Nomad station wagon 1966 C-10 lwb,250-six,granny 4speed 1966 C-10 lwb,factory A/C,Custom Cab 1954 Delray 2-door sedan [rat rod project]

08-19-2011, 11:04 AM	#23
Southcity Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Redwood City, CA Posts: 1,177	Re: My New 72 Chevelle Subscribing, Love the car and the direction you are going with the Chevelle, are you intending to drag this car, is that why you are going with the Draglite wheels? __________________ 66 GMC Suburban Custom 66 Chevy K10 Suburban

08-19-2011, 09:37 PM	#25
Pop's C-10 Registered User Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: memphis Posts: 2,537	Re: My New 72 Chevelle The cleaness of tha floor pan is pleasant suprise campared to tha out side..i love these cars.. __________________ 1981 C-10 (Pop's) 1978 Camaro 2006 Lacrosse

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