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**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-20-2004, 11:49 PM

Well I have been buying parts for my 396 that I am installing into my panel. I bought a pollished aluminum edelbrock performer intake manifold, 750 edelbrock electric choke carb, new cam and lifters, 560 int. lift/573 exaust, duration 240 int/246 exhaust.
Then I am buying ball milled flamed aluminum dress up parts..

What do you think??? A little cheezy!! I thought they would work because I am putting flames on the panel. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

Wootdog · 03-21-2004, 12:11 AM

Anything that makes ur ride different from the rest. Kerry

*ghetocrewzer* · 03-21-2004, 12:17 AM

Not cheezy dude, very coool. I bought the same stuff for my small block except smooth breathers on the covers and a Shotgun Bill's air scoop assembly. I like the flame cut billet , it looks real clean a streetroddy(new word). Looks good on your project so far, my Burb is finally coming along pretty good now. Got the front bagged this week and all the front end painted. Today got the rear wood floor cut out and the monster notch in the pinch welds are about 1.5 " off ground. Sunday I'm going to build some blocks for the rear and build a new full length panhard bar. Also got to build bag brackets and plumb system, hope to have it all done Monday night. Then I got to rebuld the trans and swing bearing crossmembers so it will lay pinchweld. Maybe next weekend I can start assembling the engine. Wish me luck.

mocwon · 03-21-2004, 12:31 AM

I think it will add a nice touch to the engine compartment.

71Chevy4-speed · 03-21-2004, 01:19 AM

Not cheesy, looks good, especially the valve covers.

Warbones · 03-21-2004, 04:24 AM

Call me cheesy but I like it.

1969 GMC · 03-21-2004, 04:52 AM

Any cheesiness will be offset by the fact that the 396 will blow the doors off of the rest of the chrome valve cover crowd.

dinnut · 03-21-2004, 04:54 AM

those look great. i dont think they are cheesy... youll see once the whole thing is together what a good idea they were

Blue Beard · 03-21-2004, 10:17 AM

And I thought only Cheese Heads would do that...........

Just remember all the chrome will make it go faster.......

**Palf70Step** · 03-21-2004, 10:39 AM

Yeah...and chrome with flames adds even more fasterness!!

They look good Wes.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-21-2004, 01:09 PM

Thanks everyone... I was a bit worried that maybe it was a little too much, especially with the flame pcv and oil filler caps. I also want to by the billit aluminum swivel water neck. can anyone tell me their experiences on those? I am also going to use the billet pullies, my pollished stainless steel duel electric fan assembly, and our new pollished stainless steel radiator covers. I am undecided as to wether or not I want to use our chrome inner fenders.... Decisions, decisions....LOL
ghetocrewzer, sounds like you have your a good plan and your weakend set out for you. I do wish you luck.. That is a lot to get accomplished. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

project1971 · 03-21-2004, 08:38 PM

looks good to me too! i am getting same stuff for my small block vortec head and my buddy has it on his 454 in his '84

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 03-21-2004, 09:37 PM

I think it look's pretty good but kinda plain???? Maybe have the flame's painted the final body color or the final flame color...

jamis · 03-21-2004, 09:48 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Palf70Step
Yeah...and chrome with flames adds even more fasterness!!

They look good Wes.

I think you mean mo better fastererness :p

ACES · 03-21-2004, 10:39 PM

I like Cheese!!

*Randy70C-10* · 03-21-2004, 10:58 PM

I like em. Flames are cool on anything.

juju808 · 03-22-2004, 12:22 AM

i think they look great, but i like FRENCHBLUE's idea about painting them the flame color or the body color... uniqueness pays off, and while this is a good start, adding that detail would put it over the top in my opinion... :p then no one on this board or that you would know could say that they have the same...

weasel29gm · 03-22-2004, 01:20 AM

Go for it !!!!!!!!! Like em!!!!

Tuck · 03-22-2004, 09:20 AM

looks great, love flames.

here is a picture of some gun stocks I flamed last week. sold like hot cakes.

cdowns · 03-22-2004, 11:29 AM

SORRY i'm a fan of oldschool hotrod stuff and to be quite honest those flamerized things just don't do a thing for me

**CPNE** · 03-22-2004, 11:41 AM

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Originally posted by cdowns
SORRY i'm a fan of oldschool hotrod stuff and to be quite honest those flamerized things just don't do a thing for me

I second this opinion. Leave the flames for BK

*67Fleetsidedream* · 03-22-2004, 12:28 PM

They are nice. It seems that everything has flames on it. Personally, I am sick of flames. They are boring IMO. Anyone can put flames on anything.

Putter · 03-22-2004, 01:02 PM

If done right, and in an original way, I am okay with flames, but I do agree that they are becoming wayyyy over-used.

crazy4chevs · 03-22-2004, 01:08 PM

Quote:

orignially posted by french - I think it look's pretty good but kinda plain???? Maybe have the flame's painted the final body color or the final flame color...

I would agree go the extra step and paint the flames to make it truly unique and tie the engine to the body together. I just think it would make the engine pop.(stand out) even more.
On the inner fenders i would'nt do chrome unless you have tons of time to clean, also chrome will eventually rust. (we live in Washington

) Keep up the good work !

**Classic Heartbeat** · 03-22-2004, 03:33 PM

I again appriciate everyone's input. I have already purchased all of the flamed parts so I will be using them, and I do like the idea of painting the flames. I do agree that flames have been over used lately and that is why the flames on the Panel are going to be ghost flames. I dont think that ghost flames would work on the engine and I am also not a fan of painting engines the same color as the vehicle either. My panel will be painted Cadallac white diamond, and to have a white engine just wouldn't seem right. So I will be painting the engine good ole chevy engine orange, and after thinking about it, the flames might look pretty cool painted that color to match the engine.... What do you think?? WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com

Another thought that just struck me also is to just have the flames powder coated candy ruby red.... Hmmmmm That would match the color of the lettering (Classic Heartbeat) that I will be doing on the side of the panel.

03-20-2004, 11:49 PM	#1
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Can we say cheezey!!! I couldnt help myself!! Well I have been buying parts for my 396 that I am installing into my panel. I bought a pollished aluminum edelbrock performer intake manifold, 750 edelbrock electric choke carb, new cam and lifters, 560 int. lift/573 exaust, duration 240 int/246 exhaust. Then I am buying ball milled flamed aluminum dress up parts.. What do you think??? A little cheezy!! I thought they would work because I am putting flames on the panel. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-21-2004, 12:11 AM	#2
Wootdog Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va, USA Posts: 1,676	I like them Anything that makes ur ride different from the rest. Kerry __________________ 1969 Chevelle 1990 IROC Z Convertible 2002 Silverado LT

03-21-2004, 12:17 AM	#3
ghetocrewzer Account Suspended Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Sallis,MS Posts: 479	cheezy Not cheezy dude, very coool. I bought the same stuff for my small block except smooth breathers on the covers and a Shotgun Bill's air scoop assembly. I like the flame cut billet , it looks real clean a streetroddy(new word). Looks good on your project so far, my Burb is finally coming along pretty good now. Got the front bagged this week and all the front end painted. Today got the rear wood floor cut out and the monster notch in the pinch welds are about 1.5 " off ground. Sunday I'm going to build some blocks for the rear and build a new full length panhard bar. Also got to build bag brackets and plumb system, hope to have it all done Monday night. Then I got to rebuld the trans and swing bearing crossmembers so it will lay pinchweld. Maybe next weekend I can start assembling the engine. Wish me luck.

03-21-2004, 12:31 AM	#4
mocwon Keep On Truckin' Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Buda, Texas Posts: 1,354	I think it will add a nice touch to the engine compartment. __________________ Just Passin' Thru Some projects are like herding cats; others are like putting out fires; this one was like herding cats on fire.....

03-21-2004, 01:19 AM	#5
71Chevy4-speed Speed Limit = Floorboard Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Kasilof, Alaska Posts: 803	Not cheesy, looks good, especially the valve covers. __________________ 1971 C20 350, 4-speed - Sold. 1985 K10 350, Built 700r4, Edel 1406, Performer intake, MSD Ign, Hooker Comps, Silverstars, Piaa drivers, LED tails, Toyo A/T 31's, Eaton Posi, the project. "Build for torque, horsepower will follow"

03-21-2004, 04:24 AM	#6
Warbones Navel Inspector Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Wichita, Ks Posts: 1,373	Call me cheesy but I like it. __________________ 1948 Chevy Aerosedan GONE! I think. 1984 Cadillac Fleetwood Brougham Coupe WANTED 1967 IMPALA 1967 CST C10 Long Bed with a 283

03-21-2004, 04:52 AM	#7
1969 GMC Registered User Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: The Rubber City Posts: 5,498	Any cheesiness will be offset by the fact that the 396 will blow the doors off of the rest of the chrome valve cover crowd. __________________ 1969 GMC K2500 1996 Honda Accord 2007 Kawasaki KLR 650

03-21-2004, 04:54 AM	#8
dinnut Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: missouri city, tx Posts: 4,486	those look great. i dont think they are cheesy... youll see once the whole thing is together what a good idea they were __________________ 70 longbed 496/th400/Ford 9"

03-21-2004, 10:17 AM	#9
Blue Beard Registered User Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Washington State Posts: 8,834	And I thought only Cheese Heads would do that........... Just remember all the chrome will make it go faster....... __________________ 1970 Chev CST 2003 Harley Fatboy 1975 Chevrolet Step Van 1956 Chev Bel Air 1977 Blazer 2WD For Sale $3000.00 1978 Blazer 2WD For Sale $7000.00 1978 Silverado 2005 Monte Carlo

03-21-2004, 10:39 AM	#10
Palf70Step State of Confusion! Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Gulfport, MS USA Posts: 46,761	Yeah...and chrome with flames adds even more fasterness!! They look good Wes. __________________ Bill 1970 Chevy Custom/10 LWB Fleetside 2010 Toyota Tacoma PreRunner SR5 Double Cab - DD Member of Louisiana Classic Truck Club (LCTC) Bill's Gallery Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift. Live simply. Love generously. Care deeply. Speak kindly. Leave the rest to God!

03-21-2004, 01:09 PM	#11
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Thanks everyone... I was a bit worried that maybe it was a little too much, especially with the flame pcv and oil filler caps. I also want to by the billit aluminum swivel water neck. can anyone tell me their experiences on those? I am also going to use the billet pullies, my pollished stainless steel duel electric fan assembly, and our new pollished stainless steel radiator covers. I am undecided as to wether or not I want to use our chrome inner fenders.... Decisions, decisions....LOL ghetocrewzer, sounds like you have your a good plan and your weakend set out for you. I do wish you luck.. That is a lot to get accomplished. WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

03-21-2004, 08:38 PM	#12
project1971 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Oklahoma City Posts: 605	looks good to me too! i am getting same stuff for my small block vortec head and my buddy has it on his 454 in his '84 __________________ 2008 Ford FX2 Screw 1971 C10 project in shop now! 2004 Pontiac Grandam (wifes) 2000 Cavalier z24 (gas saver)

03-21-2004, 09:37 PM	#13
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,594	I think it look's pretty good but kinda plain???? Maybe have the flame's painted the final body color or the final flame color... __________________ 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..

03-21-2004, 10:39 PM	#15
ACES Life is a gamble Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Lee's Summit, MO Posts: 796	Cheese I like Cheese!! __________________ 1970 Orange CST C-10 w/350, posi, Longbed The torpid artist seeks inspiration at any cost, by virtue or by vice, by friend or by fiend, by prayer or by wine. -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

03-21-2004, 10:58 PM	#16
Randy70C-10 Account Suspended Join Date: Mar 2001 Location: Virginia Beach, Va. U.S.A. Posts: 15,320	I like em. Flames are cool on anything.



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03-22-2004, 12:22 AM	#17
juju808 Registered User Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Denver Posts: 141	i think they look great, but i like FRENCHBLUE's idea about painting them the flame color or the body color... uniqueness pays off, and while this is a good start, adding that detail would put it over the top in my opinion... :p then no one on this board or that you would know could say that they have the same... __________________ ...juju...

03-22-2004, 01:20 AM	#18
weasel29gm SLOW BUT SURE,BUT CLOSER Join Date: Feb 2002 Location: eleanor wv usa Posts: 3,091	Go for it !!!!!!!!! Like em!!!! __________________ 69 C-10, OWNED 35YRS... 350 over 30, 350 Turbo, 3:73 Posi P/S, P/B Black with red and black int. ''LOVE THESE OLD ''TRUCKS.......

03-22-2004, 09:20 AM	#19
Tuck Registered User Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: pell city,AL Posts: 263	looks great, love flames. here is a picture of some gun stocks I flamed last week. sold like hot cakes.

03-22-2004, 11:29 AM	#20
cdowns Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: daytonabeach Posts: 22,956	SORRY i'm a fan of oldschool hotrod stuff and to be quite honest those flamerized things just don't do a thing for me __________________ 71c-10 350/2004r/4:11 lowered3/4 longbed/dead by hurricane MEANING OF DEATH::::: SOMEBODY ELSE GETS YOUR STUFF DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU THINK TAKE MY ADVISE;I DON'T USE IT ANYWAY

03-22-2004, 12:28 PM	#22
67Fleetsidedream Wiseass secured himself a BAN Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: MOON!!! Posts: 2,282	They are nice. It seems that everything has flames on it. Personally, I am sick of flames. They are boring IMO. Anyone can put flames on anything.

03-22-2004, 01:02 PM	#23
Putter More Cowbell.... Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Puckett, MS Posts: 3,569	If done right, and in an original way, I am okay with flames, but I do agree that they are becoming wayyyy over-used. __________________ *There once was a member from Puckett.....Who ( fill in the blank blank blank* ) bucket**

03-22-2004, 03:33 PM	#25
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	I again appriciate everyone's input. I have already purchased all of the flamed parts so I will be using them, and I do like the idea of painting the flames. I do agree that flames have been over used lately and that is why the flames on the Panel are going to be ghost flames. I dont think that ghost flames would work on the engine and I am also not a fan of painting engines the same color as the vehicle either. My panel will be painted Cadallac white diamond, and to have a white engine just wouldn't seem right. So I will be painting the engine good ole chevy engine orange, and after thinking about it, the flames might look pretty cool painted that color to match the engine.... What do you think?? WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com Another thought that just struck me also is to just have the flames powder coated candy ruby red.... Hmmmmm That would match the color of the lettering (Classic Heartbeat) that I will be doing on the side of the panel. __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

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