What Did You Do To Your Chevelle Today

[carpoor]

today after work, I got the driver side inner fender installed and some paint put on the crossmember and frame rails.

tomorrow is fire wall cleaning and some paint for that, after work of course

Of course, gotta pay for that "drug habit" somehow. We all do...

[fleming23]

Today I installed electric fans in place of the Flex-a-lite fixed-mounted flex fan I put on last year. What should have been relatively easy turned into an enormous PITA when things did not clear the water pump nose. Got it all working and temps seem to be holding steady with the A/C on at idle but the ambient temps today were quite low so the verdict is still out.

Regardless of whether this works or not, the flexalite 298 electric fans fit the radiator perfectly and look to be a quality design! I am hoping that this works better than the options I went through last year.... Maybe I just freed up a few more rear wheel horsepower in the process :)

The kind of issues I ran into....
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[carpoor]

Decided to seize the day despite the scattered rain showers. Tightened all of the lower control arm bolts, sway bar end links, and upper shocks. I also pulled my starter back out to properly reinstall the heat shield. Got the oil pressure sending unit adapter worked out and installed as well. Lastly, installed the shiny "new" restored horn.

It doesn't sound like much, but it was time consuming. And, I was bouncing back and forth helping my father work on his 67' C10.

I am pretty much at the point now where I need to start cleaning and painting all of the acc. drive - pulleys, brackets, etc.

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[shadowgray396]

Took the Chevelle to a car show on the trailer today. Had to wait over 1.5 hrs just to get in because of the nice weather. Alot of cars were over heating waiting in line. The show had over 500 cars in it, bigger turn out then expected. The only thing I didn't like was the wind came up and started blowing everything all over the cars inside and out. Spent about 2 hours once I got home cleaning up the car.

[melonhead]

somewhat productive weekend. engine bay pretty much ready to go a few little things to go yet

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and installed the SFI rated bellhousing for the th400, gave the transbrake a tuneup, new filter and gasket, and a little paint

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[shadowgray396]

Looking good. Brings back a lot of memories working on my car. I'm so glad I'm past that stage.

[carpoor]

Cleaned and primered the PS pump, whatever they painted it with had a sticky consistency. (It's a reman unit from NPD) I also painted my PS brackets, and the backside of the PS pulley. Hoping to paint the pump and front of pulley early tomorrow, then assemble everything tomorrow afternoon. I am going down my punch list now trying to see what will make the most sense to do next. I am leaning towards cleaning & painting the rest of the brackets and pulleys, and the same for the Z bar so I can put it all back together and adjust the linkage. I want to hear this thing run by the end of the month! Not sure if it will happen though.

[carpoor]

Finished the pump, brackets, and pulley during the week. Installed my water pump and PS pump today. I also cleaned and painted most of the brackets and pulleys. I need to sand blast the crank pulley this week, it is a little crusty in a few spots. Not going to just paint over it and put it on the car like that. I also need to clean and paint the small bracket for the AC compressor that bolts to the exhaust manifold.

Got the carburetor dialed in on the Monte Carlo, required almost nothing in terms of adjustment. I literally took it out of the box and bolted it on. I raised the idle speed 50 rpm so it wouldn't try to stall with the AC on. It ran well before, but it really runs great now. I would recommend Ken @ Everyday Performance to anyone needing Quadrajet rebuild/recalibration work. He doesn't refinish them as exact as Cliff Ruggles, but his turn around time was about one week vs. several months. And the cost was about half. If you have a 1000 point resto - use Cliff. If you have a nice driver that you aren't concerned with points judging, use Ken.

I washed the car and took it home with me so I could take a shower and clean up. Had plans to swing by a local car show, I was denied by the rain - on my birthday of all days. All is well, I took the car for a ride in the rain after getting cleaned up and dropped it off at my folks house. I kind of don't want to sell it now, it runs and drives so good.

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[carpoor]

Had to partially remove my freshly installed PS pump because I didn't pay attention. My car has factory A/C... I'll give you one guess which bracket I forgot to install first.

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I also cleaned up the driveshaft today. I need to 100% verify what color the three stripes should be. Then go get a few pints of paint during the week. I also got my hood lanyard clips installed today.

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Spent most of the day over there working on the 67' C10 truck. The front brakes are done, front wheels/tires are on, leaf springs hung, and the rear axle set in place.

[shadowgray396]

Looks good. You will take thing apart a lot putting the car back together. I took about 2 steps forward and 3 back alot when doing mine.

[fleming23]

Did nothing with my car but did do some international Chevelle/Ausley's representing across our friendly boarder to the north.

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I have never seen SOOOOO many Starbuck's per square foot! Quite literally, standing on one corner you can see another Starbuck's across the street on the other corner.

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[BillsCamino]

Wow Eric!!
We we're in the Buffalo area all weekend. Had lunch on Saturday at a place right on the Niagara River in Tonawanda.
Did you drive or fly?? We flew back yesterday afternoon...

[fleming23]

Wow Eric!!
We we're in the Buffalo area all weekend. Had lunch on Saturday at a place right on the Niagara River in Tonawanda.
Did you drive or fly?? We flew back yesterday afternoon...

Well that is ironic, too bad we didn't know.... We flew up Friday and back yesterday evening (after a number of flight delays....)

[BillsCamino]

We flew on 1st flight out on Friday...leaving around 8am...and returned yesterday afternoon on the 1:15pm (which was 1/2 hr late due to ATL weather).
Although I had to return to Hartsfield last night @ 10pm to claim our bags. :(
Buffalo weather was awesome all weekend.

Your 1st trip to Niagara Falls/Canada? I was born/raised in Tonawanda, NY and still have most family in that area. My brother's daughter was married on Saturday.

[fleming23]

We flew on 1st flight out on Friday...leaving around 8am...and returned yesterday afternoon on the 1:15pm (which was 1/2 hr late due to ATL weather).
Although I had to return to Hartsfield last night @ 10pm to claim our bags. :(
Buffalo weather was awesome all weekend.

Your 1st trip to Niagara Falls/Canada? I was born/raised in Tonawanda, NY and still have most family in that area. My brother's daughter was married on Saturday.

Well, had we flown Delta we probably would have been on the same flight out but instead flew Airtran. The return flight was about 3 hours delayed and we did not get in until late last night.

This was our first time to Niagara. Had a great time and agreed, it was a beautiful weekend! We had some time to kill and drove all around Tonawanda before heading to the airport. If it were not for all the snow I would consider living up there!

[flash]

We were there last year with the Chevelle caravan ,its a great place to see .

[Ms Grumpy]

After spending the last 4 days in South Carolina, I just had to peek into the garage this morning to make sure my baby was still sitting there. Put a smile on my face after an all night, 13 hour drive.

[flash]

I went out to the shop and made sure they were still where I left them but no time to play .

[Hank70SS]

Bought a new set of tires for the Chevelle. Had the old ones unmounted and rims sandblasted. I've got them primed, gray paint on the back and inside. Black in the inserts, just need to mask and spray the silver. I know they make a stencil where you do the silver first then use the stencil and spray the black. Also heard the stencils weren't so good. I actually did a set back in the 70's, masked off the black and spayed the silver last. It worked good then so I thought I'd do it that way again. Fortunately I have a 2nd set of SS wheels and tires to use while I work on these.

[71silvervelle]

Changed plug wires out and put heat boots on ends near headers.

[SS Shaun]

today i made some custom fuel lines, i am very proud of how it came out. I do however have to change the inlet from the fuel line to the carb because they gave me the wrong fittings :(
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i also made a line to go from the fuel pump to the fuel line and next week i will make the hard line AN fittings and run the line from the hard line to the fuel pump
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Since i can't figure out what fan setup i want my buddy had a fan for sale so i took it home to see if it will fit and if it works and i was happy to see the results
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operation road worthy is still set for aug of this year! lets see if i can do it

[shadowgray396]

Fan setup looks good, not sure about the cautiion sticker. Lol

[carpoor]

Days like today make me feel like I am spinning my wheels. I am diligently trying to figure out where every bolt, nut, washer, clip, etc. goes. I also keep digging through boxes of new parts, only to find that some have been misplaced. (or grown legs) Starter wires are hooked up. Dipstick is installed. Flywheel dust cover is installed. I also spent some time working on my father's truck today.

I'm kind of beat, but considering washing up the Monte in about an hour and heading to a car show. I work the next four days, Sun. - Wed., might not have much time to relax during the week.

[SS Shaun]

Fan setup looks good, nit sure about the cautiion sticker. Lol

Lol I guess I don't need it

[flash]

I didnt even get to look at the cars today ,too busy trying to get finished with my pipe project .

[BillsCamino]

John...tell me more about the '70 vert you know for sale....;)

[fleming23]

Ordered a T56 Magnum (and all the other stuff to go along with it - McLeod clutch, hydraulic throw-out, etc.) for mine today.... Finally time for a third pedal!!! :D

I guess the 4L80 will go into the vette. I am planning an LS3 swap for that car right now! I have to make sure I keep one of them driving through the cruise season....

[carpoor]

The weather sucked most of today, however it is great now. (go figure) That said, I didn't get much done. I picked a spot and stuck that pesky clip on the oil pan rail. Cannot find it in any assembly manuals, but it looks factory and keeps the cable tucked up nice. I also got around to pulling the passenger side valve cover and redoing it. Still need to do the same to the driver's side cover. They are originals, and had some pitting that stuck out like a sore thumb once painted. Today I started by sanding it with 500 dry paper, then gave it a heavy coat of filler primer. Then blocked it with multiple grits before giving it a coat of Chevy Orange. :D

I swear I will finish this car by the end of the year. :rolleyes:

[Ms Grumpy]

After seeing all that everyone has accomplished in the past week. Wow..do I feel lazy. I have been so caught up in personal stuff that I haven't even thought about my car.

[shadowgray396]

Been raining here for the last two weeks, so the chevelle has just been covered up in the garage.

[melonhead]

well, not so much today but lately. brakes are completely done, new master, proportion valve, line lock, lines and hoses and bled already. no leaks made me happy.
new steering is now complete, replaced the gearbox, pitman and rag joint.
I need to double check a few things, and make one modification to the trans pan. and then I can install the motor

[melonhead]

oh, and my headers showed up end of last week.

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[shadowgray396]

oh, and my headers showed up end of last week.

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Sharp looking. :banana:

[grandsport]

I don't have a Chevelle anymore and kinda happy about that fact,at least for a few years.:)

[Ms Grumpy]

I don't have a Chevelle anymore and kinda happy about that fact,at least for a few years.:)

You can always come to my house and help with the cleaning. Cause we all know how much you loved cleaning your black car. :)

[BillsCamino]

With the front bench out being recovered by the upholstery shop, thought it would be a good chance to give the wagon rubber floor mat (cheapie Greenbrier model/no carpet) a good vacuuming & cleaning.
Did find a 1972 dime and two mid '70s dated pennies...and a blue marble.
NO...didn't loose mine.

BTW...build sheet was found neatly tucked under the driver side seat springs. :cool:

[shadowgray396]

Congrats on finding the build sheet.

[SS Shaun]

finished my fuel system now on to the exhaust :)

[earthquake68]

Bill, great find on the build sheet. I had my back seat out with no luck. I haven't checked the front yet.

Well, it's been a few days, but I got my new chrome clips for around my front and back glass, got everything fitted and the glass glued in. I started stripping the hood in preparation for a little body work and made a set of mufflers for the exhaust. I'm just about ready to take it down the road!

[BillsCamino]

Installed a pair of Monroe Quick struts on the front of my Chevy van today...only took FOUR hours!! :(
Oh the pain....could have swapped engines in the Chevelle in that amount of time.

[drklynoon]

I finished fitting the drivers outer wheelhouse piece and welded it in. I also reshaped the drivers trunk drop off, fitted it, and welded it in. I also split the face of the outer rocker replacement and welded it back so that the face of it was the same as stock. The rocker I got was .080 more narrow across the face of it.
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[BillsCamino]

Dropped a pair of Sportsman II SBC heads off at my machinist's shop for freshening up and installing a new set of Comp hyd roller springs, retainers, and locks.
Working on building another 383 stroker roller small block engine.

For what, I don't know yet... :cool:

[grandsport]

Dropped a pair of Sportsman II SBC heads off at my machinist's shop for freshening up and installing a new set of Comp hyd roller springs, retainers, and locks.
Working on building another 383 stroker roller small block engine.

For what, I don't know yet... :cool:

Sounds great!A stroker for a stroker!

[SS Shaun]

started to put on my exhaust lastnight only got one side done..lol
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[shadowgray396]

Looking Good

[Ms Grumpy]

Made plans to have new springs put on the front. When they were installed last year we only cut 1/2 a coil off, but they settled A LOT. Bummer. So we start all over, I told grumpy that we are not going to cut them at all, he said that it will probably look funny. So as soon as I have them in I will take a pic and we will see what you guys think.

[flash]

I went out to the shop to check on the cars today during the downpour but did nothing ,damn Im sick of RAIN.

[Ms Grumpy]

Thought about it, especially while sitting in traffic driving my van. flash...I hope your weather clears soon.

[grandsport]

If I still owned a Chevelle Ibwould most Definately clean its clock

[melonhead]

finally got the motor in the car

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[melonhead]

trans, converter, cross member installed today. re routed and eliminated some wiring. measured up for a new driveshaft. slowly getting closer

[flash]

Absolutely nothing .

[Hi-po SS 454]

Ordered a clutch pedal rubber pad and disc-brake pad.

[Ms Grumpy]

Walked around it as me and the kids installed a small patio.

[shadowgray396]

Haven't seen mine in over two weeks.

[SS Shaun]

Finished my brake cables :)

[carpoor]

Absolutely nothing .

+1 :( Going to stick my manifolds on the BBQ in a few.

[carpoor]

Decided on the oven instead, both manifolds are "cooked." ;) Found the new Harrison decal for the AC box, stuck it where it needed to go. Wasn't feeling very motivated in this heat.

[Ms Grumpy]

Rainy day, didn't even open the garage.

[flash]

I went in the shop looking for a few tools and looked at the cars but nothing more.

[BillsCamino]

On top of all my errand running around today with my oldest grand daughter in tow...found the time to pick up the freshly recovered front bench seat for the wagon from the upholstery shop...a task that took almost 2 months from the time the original pattern material order was placed with SMS.
Greenbrier has a completely different vinyl seat pattern than the other '70 Chevelle models.
Very pleased...

[carpoor]

Spent all day at my folk's working on my car. It doesn't look like much, but today's progress includes: touched up some spots on the firewall from the engine install, all three ground straps installed, passenger side exhaust manifold installed, spark plugs indexed/gaped/installed on passenger side bank, passenger side valve cover gasketed & bolted down, valve cover to air cleaner gromet installed, driver's side valve cover got some love - wet sanded, filler primered, wet sanded again, and repainted. I went to install the passenger side lead pipe, and realized I didn't have any exhaust doughnuts. :rolleyes: It's always something. I also removed the POA valve, and some brackets so I can clean it all up. I used liquid electrical tape to redo the wire guides on the passenger side valve cover this morning. It came out pretty good, won't win any concourse judged shows.

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[flash]

WOW ,that sure looks nice .

[shadowgray396]

Looking very nice. You should be proud of your work.

[erndad]

I finished blocking my left door and going to primor it for the last time before some black paint...

[fleming23]

My new T56 Magnum, and all the extras to go along with it, showed up today!

Can't wait to begin this project!

[flash]

I adjusted the carb and then went cruising for a couple of hours .

[melonhead]

new 4" cowl hood from Harwood showed up yesterday. hopefully test fit it for blower and intake clearance tonight.

[BillsCamino]

Probably bolt in the freshly recovered front seat and go to a local cruise tonight in the wagon. The middle seat was dropped off yesterday to have it also recovered...not ripped or torn but faded and colors now didn't match the front bench. Probably do the third seat next.....:(

[carpoor]

Spent most of my morning over at my folks again. Did the liquid electrical tape trick to the driver's side valve cover, bolted it down with a new gasket, PCV gromet installed, driver's side manifold on - had a slight interference with one of the ARP head bolts, required minor clearancing. Passenger side lead pipe on, I built extensions for both lead pipes out of scrap. Temporary, will quiet it down enough to get the car to the alignment shop and exhaust shop. The rest of the spark plugs are gaped, indexed, and installed on the driver's side. Parts store forgot to get me another doughnut for the exhaust, otherwise I would have installed the other lead pipe and extension. I am finally starting to see some light at the end of the tunnel... hopefully it's not a train!

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My crap-tastic, temp exhaust pipe:

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[Ms Grumpy]

I adjusted the carb and then went cruising for a couple of hours .

Good for you flash. I know that the rain has made it hard for you to get out.

[Ms Grumpy]

Carpoor, you have been getting so much done. I wish that I could say the same.

[flash]

We took the vert to a cruise in today and met up with Wild Bill and his wife Ann .After the cruise in Joan and I went riding around top down for a while.

[mestorod70]

yesterday and today im playing the HIDE the wiring game
geting ready to drop a new engine in and test fit everything before
dissasebling the whole car to go to the body shop.

[flash]

Very nice project ,welcome .

[melonhead]

installed new hood. otherwise worked on my old mans truck today.

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[shadowgray396]

That's a mean looking hood.

[shadowgray396]

Drove the Chevelle today on a nice sunny day. Clean and polished it up for a show next weekend. Also cleaned a polished the pickup since everyone was gone for the day.

[mestorod70]

nice hood there melonhead.
got one just like it.

[melonhead]

Awesome!! :D

[melonhead]

well, today I got the new aluminum driveshaft installed and both headers. figured out the trans cooler lines and bypass.

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[fleming23]

Brought home another award over the weekend.
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Tomorrow night me and the Chevelle are extras in the filming of the movie, Need for Speed! Not sure what exactly will be happening except that they are filming from sunset until sunrise. Should be fun I hope! Maybe there will be a 1.2 second glimpse or green blur of my car in the movie :)

[flash]

Congrats on the trophy ,its well deserved .

[BillsCamino]

Tomorrow night me and the Chevelle are extras in the filming of the movie, Need for Speed! Not sure what exactly will be happening except that they are filming from sunset until sunrise. Should be fun I hope! Maybe there will be a 1.2 second glimpse or green blur of my car in the movie :)

Filming that @ the Swan Drive In in Blue Ridge the next two nights. Hope the weather cooperates!!!

[Ms Grumpy]

Brought home another award over the weekend.
http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo198/efleming_23/1970%20Chevelle/null-14.jpg?t=1371587177

Tomorrow night me and the Chevelle are extras in the filming of the movie, Need for Speed! Not sure what exactly will be happening except that they are filming from sunset until sunrise. Should be fun I hope! Maybe there will be a 1.2 second glimpse or green blur of my car in the movie :)

Eric that is SO COOL !!! Hope you have a great time !!

[Ms Grumpy]

Well I finally got my springs, and they will be on tomorrow. When I went to the UPS store to pick them up the girl behind the counter asked me to come to the back. She wanted to make sure that I wanted to accept my package. I asked her why and she showed me, the package was ripped open on two sides. Not a little, but from corner to corner. I know that Summit gave me a deal, cause grumpy shopped around and got them to price match. But to not put any packing in the box was stupid. I was in a panic when I saw the box, but after taking them out the side of the box, and examining them, I was fine with taking them.

Then I got home, made dinner, and took my car out for a ride. It is soooo dirty, but I know that it will get dirtier tomorrow so I will just have to give it a good bath in the next few days. I will take some before and after pics tomorrow so I can get your input.

[fleming23]

Filming that @ the Swan Drive In in Blue Ridge the next two nights. Hope the weather cooperates!!!

Yeah, it is supposed to be a "car show"

When they called and gave me all the details they said not to mention the "r-word" and that this was the last night of filming in Georgia so they are moving forward as if the weather is showing 0% percipitation.

[flash]

Got to get started charging up the A/C today in case we have rainy weather during our travels next week ,hopefully when I get home today.

[shadowgray396]

Car gets an alignment tomorrow finally.

The guy who was going to do it today, took the day off so no alignment again.

[shadowgray396]

Waxed and cleaned up the chevelle and took a cruise in it today. Was going to a car show tomorrow, but looks like it's going to be raining.

[BillsCamino]

Drove the wagon to a local brunch cruise this morning.
The more I drive this wagon, the more I like it...rides great, handles super, and is QUIET!!!
THE quietest Chevelle I've ever owned...just may have to leave this one factory stock. ;)

[flash]

Been getting the vert ready for Maryland and about to go cruising .

[Ms Grumpy]

Have fun flash, and give the Mrs a hug for me. Can't wait to see you in Ohio.

[flash]

Come to Maryland and hang out with us ,we wont be working at this show ,not sure exactly how to act not working a show.

[carpoor]

Yesterday, while I was waiting for my help to show up - I stuck the other exhaust pipe on my car. It is done underneath, save for the drive shaft and drive shaft loop.

I need to hunt down a proper water neck, buy a fan clutch, and either get the alternator rebuilt or do it myself. Then I can assemble the rest of the engine bay and get it running. :banana:

[shadowgray396]

Took the car out yesterday, lost the dash lights on the way home. Worked on the Chevelle tonight, blew a fuse on the dash lights?? Found a leak on the front seal of the differental, right front front brake line is leaking and the rear main on the engine is leaking oil. All in only 150 miles. You got to be kidding.

[flash]

We drove the vert from Maryland to Hickory ,North Carolina ,it took all day ,boy am I beat.

[69chevelless]

Drove her to work last week for the first time in over a year.

[SS Shaun]

installed fender wells, gas cap, gas/plate door, turn signal lever, battery tray. now my engine bay looks like an engine bay :)

[shadowgray396]

Loading the car for a car show tomorrow. Was going to drive it, but with the pinion seal leaking I don't want to chance it.

[BillsCamino]

Was going to drive it, but with the pinion seal leaking I don't want to chance it.
Are you sure it's the pinion seal and not just leaking from the yoke splines? You're supposed to use a little RTV on the splines during assembly.

[shadowgray396]

Are you sure it's the pinion seal and not just leaking from the yoke splines? You're supposed to use a little RTV on the splines during assembly.

Not sure, I will have to check it out. Still going to the show today, car will just be on the trailer for the 60 mile drive.

[69chevelless]

I drove mine to pick up my son at his friends house yesterday and the dad loved it.

[carpoor]

Ray - find some AT-205 and add it to anything that has oil. It is truly miracle in a bottle.

Today... I cleaned, repainted, and installed the radiator. Installed the thermostat and housing. Installed the upper and lower radiator hoses. I think the upper hose is going to need to be trimmed to fit properly. (look at the pictures, you'll see what I mean) Installed the valve cover to air cleaner elbow in the passenger side valve cover. (aftermarket elbow + factory valve cover = a lot of four letter words to get it installed) Installed the shifter handle, but didn't reassemble the rest of the console yet. Installed a new throttle cable too. Then I made a list, and proceeded to spend $200 in about 30 minutes, between three different vendors.

I expected to get more done, but spent a lot of time looking for things and cleaning parts. I took the distributor and parts home with me today, going to try and get that all put together in my spare time.

Anyhow, pictures of how the car sits as of 2pm today...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v350/Bz2886/002_zps29c6f310.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bz2886/media/002_zps29c6f310.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v350/Bz2886/003_zps5301a120.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bz2886/media/003_zps5301a120.jpg.html)

[melonhead]

today I installed Ridetech 2" drop spindles, and custom coil springs in the rear. also clearanced the rear wheel wells for the new tires. my next day off, I'll get the ignition system and fuel regulator buttoned up

[SS Shaun]

cleaned around it to make sure all the tools are back in its place. then bolted in the shifter in place

[RBeckman]

Going out to Tony's if he is home to get the steering wheel so I can drive it.

[SS Shaun]

LOL no steering wheel?

[RBeckman]

LOL no steering wheel?

Ha, i have one now, just have to paint the adapter and put it on. Did yours show up yet? They said it would arrive today.

[shadowgray396]

Took the car out to a show yesterday. Had a good time talking cars all day.
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3439

Really like this truck
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3444
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3440

[flash]

I like it too ,almost orange too ,love those fat fender Fords .

[RBeckman]

I finally have a steering wheel on and I love it.....Thanks Tony it was worth it.

2725

Shaun, I hope yours showed up today, if it's not what you want let me know.

[SS Shaun]

it showed up late but it showed up so i didn't get the chance to put it in place. did you order that part for the horn?

[shadowgray396]

I finally have a steering wheel on and I love it.....Thanks Tony it was worth it.

2725

Shaun, I hope yours showed up today, if it's not what you want let me know.

Looking good.

[RBeckman]

it showed up late but it showed up so i didn't get the chance to put it in place. did you order that part for the horn?

No, Tony had it and I bought it off him...the horn still does not work so I have some work to do to figure it out.

[SS Shaun]

well i took a few mins to go outside and put it in place looks so much better then that 7 inch wheel i had...lol
http://i114.photobucket.com/albums/n271/civiclxb16a/chevelle/IMG_20130705_230624_873_zpsee4e23a8.jpg (http://s114.photobucket.com/user/civiclxb16a/media/chevelle/IMG_20130705_230624_873_zpsee4e23a8.jpg.html)

[flash]

That looks great .

[FlintTony]

I finally have a steering wheel on and I love it.....Thanks Tony it was worth it.

2725

Shaun, I hope yours showed up today, if it's not what you want let me know.

You are welcome. It looks real good in there. Bet it feels good too. Thanks again for the goodies.

[fleming23]

Even though it isn't correct, I wouldn't mind having a real wood SS wheel in my 70.

Maybe I'll put a teak wood wheel in the Vette instead.

[mestorod70]

a few pics of the new engine in the car.
im still playing at hide the wireing and waiting on a new radiator.

[shadowgray396]

Motor looks good.

[SS Shaun]

took the front harness and checked every connection on it and fixed 1 out of the 4 wires i needed to fix. tomorrow i will fix to more, but one i am not sure what to do yet but i will get it :)

[Ms Grumpy]

I wish I could say that I did something with my car. Maybe this weekend, it just needs to stop raining, especially on the days where I don't have anything to do except to go out for a cruise.

[carpoor]

I got some more parts today. :)

[SS Shaun]

ordered my exhaust for the chevelle and a new fuel pump for the rx5.7 hoping to see both cars back up and running this weekend :)

[fleming23]

Making a little progress on mine!

The tunnel is going to need to be cut to the firewall to make sure everything clears but it is all bolted in right now and just barely touching near the bellhousing. This car does not have original floor pans but the clearance issues are not nearly as bad as I thought it might be.

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo198/efleming_23/1970%20Chevelle/null-18.jpg?t=1373415344

This is another mess that is going to be cleaned up! The 4L80E computer was snaked through the dash harness so I had to basically disconnect and pull down everything I could. The steering column is out and the new pedals are in but before the wires get tucked back, some serious organization needs to be done!

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo198/efleming_23/1970%20Chevelle/null-15.jpg?t=1373415332

[flash]

WOW ,You have been busy .All I have done is to try and dry the carpet of the vert where it got soaked during our last trip ,the top has started leaking on the driver side .

[Hank70SS]

Removed the a-pillar trim, dash pad and the plastic pieces that fit in the bottom corners of the rear window. Windshield is cracked so having it removed tomorrow along with the rear glass. I have some cleanup to do along the bottom of both windows. Then I'll take back to have the glass installed.

Kinda sucks because this weekend is supposed to be nice but gotta get it done when I can.

[carpoor]

More parts the past two days. Hoping this is the last of it. I had big plans to work on the car this Saturday. But, looks like a storm is comming through this weekend. And I am buying a truck Saturday morning. :D I decided on what I wanted, and am going with it. Hoping to have it down to this truck and the Chevelle by the year's end.

[fleming23]

Mine might actually be driving again by this weekend!

The Quicktime bellhousing seems to be pretty narrow which lessened the amount of cutting required to make the T56 fit. Still a pretty big section but not nearly as much cut out as some I have seen who do this swap.

Just temporary
http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo198/efleming_23/1970%20Chevelle/null-19.jpg?t=1373590300

Welded in place and seam sealed - the wiring fiasco is getting better too!
http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo198/efleming_23/1970%20Chevelle/null-20.jpg?t=1373590385

[Ms Grumpy]

Wow everyone has really been busy. John sorry to hear about the vert. You are still bringing it to the NOCC show.

[flash]

It will be at the NOCC Show with or without carpet ,cant wait .

[SS Shaun]

so i wired it i did everything and here the results

http://youtu.be/VWCdkzA3dvs

http://youtu.be/bJ-G0hLeYOo


something is missing from the steering column for some reason it seems like a shaft is missing to hit the ignition but we got it all wired and full exhaust i am so happy so far

[shadowgray396]

Went to a car show today, only 12 cars showed up out of the 50 that had signed up. I have car shows the next 2 weekends to be at. Next week is our club show and the following weekend is my brother inlaws show that I helping also with. Next Friday I'm getting the pinion seal replaced and a front end alignment check done on the car before I drive it much more.

[grandsport]

Wish I had the son of a bitch back.Yeah that's right

[SS Shaun]

lol you know you dont want it

[Ms Grumpy]

Wish I had the son of a bitch back.Yeah that's right

What did you do with grandsport ??? (But I am happy to hear this)

[Hank70SS]

Had the windshield and rear window pulled the other day. Started cleaning the 50 lbs of crap from the pinch weld area. Some urethane, some butyl and some mystery goop, what a mess.

[shadowgray396]

Had the windshield and rear window pulled the other day. Started cleaning the 50 lbs of crap from the pinch weld area. Some urethane, some butyl and some mystery goop, what a mess.

I used Butyl only with no urethane. I also had to use a special pinch weld primer before using the Butyl. No mess

[Hank70SS]

A good glass shop won't use butyl to set a windshield. It's not approved and if the windshield pops out in an accident and someone follows it out of the car you can sue them if they did use butyl. From what I found Chevy did not use butyl on these cars although many people think they did. They used some type of adhesive and a cloth covered damn, maybe even butyl inside, to keep the adhesive from squeezing out where it's visible. Don't recall the name of products they used, that was over a year ago. A lot of the info was from guys that worked in the assembly plants back in the day.

A lot of people do use butyl rope and if the window pops out that's probably the least of your problems. Just stating what I found in my research.

[Hank70SS]

Got my rear window installed, what do you think? The old one was clear and let in too much sunlight. This one definitely blocks a lot more sunlight.

Started cleaning out the pinch weld today. Cardboard will hopefully keep some of the crap out of car. A brass wire wheel to remove the urethane, butyl, and mystery goop I couldn't scrap and cut out. Spot blaster to remove the rust Not too much, lower corners as expected. Didn't get the rear finished today, close to 90* this afternoon. Once the sun moved past the shed and I was in the sun I quit. Don't really want to blast that crap out inside the garage. I'll have to start early tomorrow to take advantage of the shade. Then on to the front windshield.

[melonhead]

finally fired it up in the car. need to add the catch cans, and top off the trans and then we're good to go for a ride

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YMghI8slzJQ

[RBeckman]

Got my rear window installed, what do you think? The old one was clear and let in too much sunlight. This one definitely blocks a lot more sunlight.

Started cleaning out the pinch weld today. Cardboard will hopefully keep some of the crap out of car. A brass wire wheel to remove the urethane, butyl, and mystery goop I couldn't scrap and cut out. Spot blaster to remove the rust Not too much, lower corners as expected. Didn't get the rear finished today, close to 90* this afternoon. Once the sun moved past the shed and I was in the sun I quit. Don't really want to blast that crap out inside the garage. I'll have to start early tomorrow to take advantage of the shade. Then on to the front windshield.

I'd be scared to do that to mine with the vinyl top as I'd expect the worst. In 1981 I went to Alabama and bought a 73 Elcamino and it was nice and when broke the back window out it was so rotted that I had to spend big bucks to have it redone just to hole the window in.

[Hank70SS]

A vinyl top can hide a lot of sins. My car was stripped down when I bought it. Along with the bumpers, front clip and engine, all the trim was off. No obvious rust at that time and it's been kept in a garage since then. The only rust was under the window and sealer and isn't that bad for a 43 year old car.

[fleming23]

Slowly but surely getting mine back together....

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo198/efleming_23/1970%20Chevelle/null-23.jpg?t=1374003048

Won't be long now!
http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo198/efleming_23/1970%20Chevelle/null-22.jpg?t=1374003041

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo198/efleming_23/1970%20Chevelle/null-25.jpg?t=1374003931

[BillsCamino]

I did a little interior work myself today Eric...

Installed the freshly recovered middle seat back into the wagon...which I picked up yesterday from Keys.
But, I have run out of original patterned SMS material now so will have to order a yard or two of each design to replace the 3rd seat cover. Sounds like a project for this winter.
Sadly, only the front bench was ripped on the driver side but after it was redone, the other seats vinyl were showing up faded. :(
Cost to replace all three seats now has become pricey.

Oh well, off to the Ohio show in two weeks!!!

[fleming23]

Drive shaft will be back today!

I am ready to go bang through some gears!!!!!!!! It has been nearly 2 years since my last manual and I have definitely missed it!

I probably should call up Moser and have an M9 9" built because this 12 bolt is not going to be happy once I get a few break-in miles on the transmission

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo198/efleming_23/1970%20Chevelle/null-32.jpg?t=1374153720

http://i375.photobucket.com/albums/oo198/efleming_23/1970%20Chevelle/41f58bc0-a18a-42ba-a56b-8e23db427b1e.jpg?t=1374154156

[flash]

Looking mighty good Eric ,love the shifter ,its going to be fun.

[melonhead]

I finally drove mine today. got the new exhaust done. dual 3.5" mandrel bent and it sounds nasty bad :D

[SS Shaun]

got my gas tank all done. with the new cap and everything. went to bleed the brakes and it was leaking from the proportion valve so i gave up for the night. it was about 98 degrees outside and it must of been about 115 in my garage...lol today i am going to put in my fans and wire it all up and get my battery to see what happens :)

[shadowgray396]

Had the pinion seal replaced today with the help of a friend, front end alignment is done. Turns out I had it really close when I put it together. Car needs a good cleaning for tomorrows show. Next project is figure out where I have an oil leak at. May be the left valve cover. Also layed a little rubber down today.

[flash]

I sprayed bed liner in the trunk of the vert after work today.

[BillsCamino]

Removed the complete front suspension from the '70 wagon today.
I've had new inner/outer tierods, sleeves, a-arm bushings, center link, ball joints, idler arm, & sway bar links sitting in a box all year.
Figured what the hell... I'll rebuild the front end before the trip to Ohio. Most was in decent condition but the bushings are dried out and cracked.
So....

[Rattler]

I sanded down one side of the chevelle today. Way too much work to be doing it in this heat, but it's got to be done. ;)

[Quadracer392]

I installed a new fuel tank and sending unit last night now the fuel guage works and I don't have to worry about rust in the fuel line. I'm going be working on getting the front brakes working today.

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=190&pictureid=3465
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=190&pictureid=3467

[Ms Grumpy]

Believe it or not, I actually was able to wash my car AND go to a car cruise. It seems like it has been forever. Maybe because it has been. But we actually had a nice day in Michigan.

[shadowgray396]

Car went back to a dealership today for the first time since it was sold at one. Had our club show today and I feel it was a sucess. A lot of hard work was put into it by all. Car was there as a display only car for our show.

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3469

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3471

[flash]

Looks like a great place for a show .

[melonhead]

took the wife, kids, and Slovele to the local vintage car show. had a great time, talked to a lot of people. no trophies, but to see all the people smile was worth it

[flash]

We took the top down and went cruisin in the mountains .

[Ms Grumpy]

Wow Ray. What an honor for a beautiful car.

[Ms Grumpy]

This was the cruise last night at a local A & W, which is only 1 1/2 blocks from my house.

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3479

Here, my co-pilot, my son Jacob, is sitting eating his food and having his rootbeer float.
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3478

The back side of the lot where all the regulars hang out after 8pm.
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3477

[Ms Grumpy]

Today was a trip to Dooley's. I noticed a small vibration at 65mph. I also noticed that the steering wheel was a little off center. So this week I will be getting a front end alignment.


http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3476

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3480

[SS Shaun]

fixed my two leaks on my chevelle. one on the brakes proportion valve and the oil pan. installed the fan but didn't finish wiring it. and installed my headers getting so close

[shadowgray396]

This was the cruise last night at a local A & W, which is only 1 1/2 blocks from my house.

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3479

Here, my co-pilot, my son Jacob, is sitting eating his food and having his rootbeer float.
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3478

The back side of the lot where all the regulars hang out after 8pm.
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3477

Looks like a fun time for you and your son. Sometimes I wish my son was younger so we would spend more time together at cruise ins.

[BillsCamino]

Sometimes I wish my son was younger so we would spend more time together at cruise ins.

Same here Ray...mine turns 40 next month!! He's getting old. :D
They live about an hour away and we get to hang out often but not able to do much weekend car stuff anymore...wife and two kids keep him busy.

[carpoor]

I picked up some paint for the driveshaft stripes last Tuesday. Been sitting here for days thinking about all of the things I could be doing if I wasn't injured. :(

[Hank70SS]

I picked up some paint for the driveshaft stripes last Tuesday. Been sitting here for days thinking about all of the things I could be doing if I wasn't injured. :(

That has to suck. Last week was so hot and humid I couldn't get a lot done on mine. Sunday was supposed to be cooler and less humid. Spent the day cutting up a large, 12", tree branch that came down. The neighbor helped then we went over and cut down an apple tree in his yard spent that split. Needless to say, not much got done on the Chevelle. Today I'm pretty sore and tired from moving logs and dragging branches, another day that not much got done.

[Ms Grumpy]

Ray, my eldest son is 26 and lives in Texas. I had my car since he was about 10, but q
1/2 the time it wasn't running so he did not get to spend a lot of Cruise time with me. Besides at that time we had grumpy's Jeep Commando and the kids loved to ride in the Jeep with the top and sides off. But I will say that my eldest thinks he has 1st dibbs on my car if, and when, I can't drive it anymore.

[Hank70SS]

I picked up some paint for the driveshaft stripes last Tuesday. Been sitting here for days thinking about all of the things I could be doing if I wasn't injured. :(

Hey, when is your surgery? Hope all goes well.

[RBeckman]

Needed a stress relief from all the crap going on at work and went out and did a 5K hole shot and hit second gear....I felt better.

Oh yeah had to put a new carb return spring on it ($.30 and 2 minutes of my time).

[SS Shaun]

installed my fan and wired it and tested it all working good pretty much cleaned up the engine bay and it looks a lot better now so close i can taste it :)

[Hank70SS]

Oh yeah had to put a new carb return spring on it ($.30 and 2 minutes of my time).

Don't over do it Ric, you're not a kid anymore. :D

[carpoor]

Hey, when is your surgery? Hope all goes well.

No idea, it's like pulling teeth. Got a call this afternoon from my case worker. Hoping to go see the surgeon by the end of the week. I want this done and over with.

[Hank70SS]

Is it painful? Mine isn't, not sure if I completely tore it or just aggravated it. The MRI from almost 2 years ago indicated a partial tear along with a partial tear of the rotator cuff. Surgeon was all set to operate, "well we'll see how bad it is, may just snip the rest of the tendon and be done with it." That means your bicep muscle slides down to your elbow. I told him to shoot some cortisone in the shoulder and I was out of there. It was the shoulder that really hurt.

I'd already spent a few weeks in the hospital and a few months on crutches from the fractured pelvis. Didn't want to go through months of recovery from the shoulder surgery, I'd had enough.

Hope they get things worked out for you soon so you can get on the road to recovery.

[carpoor]

It was VERY painful when it happened. Still very sore, and hurts bad if I move wrong. My arm is in a sling most of the time, I pack pillows around it when I sleep. Pretty much have limited use of my right arm, swelling in my right hand.

[SS Shaun]

got my chevelle on the ground it looks amazing to see it on the ground :)

[SS Shaun]

so nice to see it back on the ground!!!

[Ms Grumpy]

Congrats Shaun. What is next ?

[Ms Grumpy]

It was VERY painful when it happened. Still very sore, and hurts bad if I move wrong. My arm is in a sling most of the time, I pack pillows around it when I sleep. Pretty much have limited use of my right arm, swelling in my right hand.

Sounds so painful, I hope it heals quickly for you.

[shadowgray396]

so nice to see it back on the ground!!!

Looking good. Won't be long now

[SS Shaun]

next is to figure out my brake issue still. once that is done i am going to put my interior together and got to find a new column and should be going down the road :)

[BillsCamino]

Got the front suspension and complete disc brake rebuild project completed this afternoon on the wagon.
Along with new fan belts, hoses, and valve cover gaskets...I'm now ready for the trip to the Ohio show next week.
That is...I will be after a front end alignment appointment on Monday... ;)

[Ms Grumpy]

Got a front end alignment and a nightmare oil change. I am so glad the day is over. Tomorrow I will start with a tire balancing at 8am. Just hoping tomorrow goes better than today.

[shadowgray396]

Need to clean the car up for a car show again on Saturday. Helping my brother inlaw with his show.

[fleming23]

Drove the "hulk" to work today! Hopefully it'll be an uneventful trip!

[shadowgray396]

Get to clean off the hamburger grease off my car tonight from the barbeque smoke today at the car show. I was parked at least 100 ft from it today, but still got on the car.

[Roy '65]

Dropped off at the upholstery shop for new headliner, package tray, carpet and getting the console done. Hope to have it back next week.

[carpoor]

With only one "good" arm, I went out and accomplished this:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v350/Bz2886/72ls5ds1_zps5a6d1772.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bz2886/media/72ls5ds1_zps5a6d1772.jpg.html)

Not an exact, perfect restoration. (most concourse restorations have Quanta polish their drive shaft, then apply the stripes in a lathe) But, I drive all of my junk. So, used a wannabe "bare steel" paint, satin clear, and then used some basic enamel paints for the stripes today. I had the main drive shaft done about a month ago, just hadn't had time to get down to the paint store to get three pints of what I needed for the stripes. Truly wanted to do more, but I am just unable to do much right now. :(

[Ms Grumpy]

Not to bad for the one armed man. lol

[Tod74]

The guy is going to have a total investment that's Double what that car is worth I bet.

[flash]

I didnt even get to look at the Chevelle this weekend ,spent the weekend in 2 different hospitals waiting on news from my sister in laws heart condition ,her heart stopped on saturday morning but they got her back.

[shadowgray396]

I didnt even get to look at the Chevelle this weekend ,spent the weekend in 2 different hospitals waiting on news from my sister in laws heart condition ,her heart stopped on saturday morning but they got her back.

Flash sorry to hear that, will keep here in our prayers.

[shadowgray396]

Busy weekend even with a sore foot. Took the car to 2 car shows this weekend. One was for my brother inlaw and the other was a local church down the street.

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3482

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3481

Looking back this month I have been to a car show every weekend this month. Feel like I have become a car show junkie. Lol It's really been all the free food at them. It's been the first summer that I really have had a chance to enjoy the car driving it.

[flash]

Ray ,Im glad you are enjoying the fruits of all your labor and we appreciate the prayers ,she needs all the help we can get her.

[shadowgray396]

Got a new toy for the garage and Chevelle. Practice drag strip Christmas tree and controller.

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3483

[Hank70SS]

I didnt even get to look at the Chevelle this weekend ,spent the weekend in 2 different hospitals waiting on news from my sister in laws heart condition ,her heart stopped on saturday morning but they got her back.

All the best for your sister in-law, we'll be thinking of her.

[carpoor]

Picked up a car trailer yesterday. I expect to eventually need one, all of the Pure Stock events are in Michigan, NY, NJ, and Maryland. Been trying to convince people that 4-wide at ZMax would be awesome. :D

[Ms Grumpy]

Ray...I love the tree.

Today I scrubbed the floor mats in my car. I have to wonder how they get so dirty. I also cleaned the inside. I will be leaving for the NOCC show on Thurs morning and the weather man says it might rain a little. I will see what the weather say tomorrow morning before I go out and do a good wash. If I have to drive in the rain I might as well wash it when I get to the show.

[Hotrodcort]

Today I filled in the C H E V R O L E T emblem holes on the hood of my wagon. Yesterday I took the motor and Trans out (just sitting in there anyway) and posted the Trans on Craigslist to try and trade for a 3 or 4spd Saginaw.

[flash]

Drove it from Strongsville (Northern Ohio) back home to North Georgia ,about 11 hours ,fun show but its good to be home .

[SS Shaun]

removed the broken studs to bolt down my seats :)

[shadowgray396]

Took the Chevelle out for a drive, almost at 200 miles. Pulled into the garage at 199.7 miles.

[Ms Grumpy]

Drove it straight home from the NOCC show. Yes, I did not stop and she drove like a dream, all 2 hrs and 45 minutes. :)

[shadowgray396]

Drove it straight home from the NOCC show. Yes, I did not stop and she drove like a dream, all 2 hrs and 45 minutes. :)

Glad to hear it drove great, and you made it back safely.

[BillsCamino]

Drove it from Strongsville (Northern Ohio) back home to North Georgia ,about 11 hours ,fun show but its good to be home .

Ditto.
Pulled in the driveway about 5 pm yesterday. Thankfully, no problems with the wagon on that 1450 mile round trip. Pretty good for a 43 yr old original engine.
No tickets either.....:ntwrthy:

[carpoor]

Trying to stay busy with little projects. Picked up a fan clutch last week, cleaned and painted the fan, and assembled the unit mid week.)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v350/Bz2886/72LS5fan_zps995cf700.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bz2886/media/72LS5fan_zps995cf700.jpg.html)

Started to take apart my distributor for cleaning over the weekend. Didn't want to come apart very easy, despite being a low mile take off and shelved for 40+ years. I let it sit a few days with some penetrating oil on the internals. Today, cleaned it all up. Then installed a Moroso recurve kit, and a Petronix III. The built in rev limiter is preset at 5500, should be a good starting point. Factory rating for peak power was at 4000 RPM. When this thing finally hits the rollers, we'll see if the improvements and tweaks moved the power curve any.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v350/Bz2886/001_zps051d07a1.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bz2886/media/001_zps051d07a1.jpg.html)

(And yes, I assembled the distributor at the kitchen table. It's hot out in the garage.)

[SS Shaun]

my new column should be in today so i hope i can swap it out easy :)

[carpoor]

A little more assembly today...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v350/Bz2886/001_zpsa9b37144.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bz2886/media/001_zpsa9b37144.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v350/Bz2886/002_zps40a1905d.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bz2886/media/002_zps40a1905d.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v350/Bz2886/003_zpsd5d07e7a.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bz2886/media/003_zpsd5d07e7a.jpg.html)

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v350/Bz2886/004_zpsa007a1f3.jpg (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/Bz2886/media/004_zpsa007a1f3.jpg.html)

However, the radiator my father purchased from NPD several years ago is a piece of crap. It does not fit at all, and is a poor excuse of a "replacement" part. Looking at radiators on Ground Up, but no actual pictures. Does anyone know where I can get a correct radiator that won't cost me an arm and a leg? I need a 4 core, HD cooling, manual transmission, 1972 Chevelle SS 454,

[Hank70SS]

If you want aluminum call AlumiTech. He's a local guy here in MI. His rads look and fit just like original. Spray it black and no one will know. You'll pay more than copper/brass but he makes a nice radiator. If you want to stick with copper brass, sorry can't help. I have an O'Reilly's (formerly Murray's) 3 core. It fits properly and works great but you want a 4 core and I assume no bungs for an auto trans.

[Hank70SS]

Started wet sanding the over spray off from doing the pinch welds. Finished up the rear window, tomorrow the windshield area. Bought some 3M 3000 grit wet/dry paper. Not really paper, cloth back, some foam with the grit on it. Maybe a 1/16th thick. Man is it nice nice, cuts better than the regular 2000 grit wet/dry and leaves the surface almost ready for wax. A little polishing compound and it should be good.

[carpoor]

I'd really like that aluminum radiator, but the check for those sort of things in tech. :(

[shadowgray396]

Took the Chevelle to a Make a Wish car show today. The show has been able to make 8 kids dreams come true in the last 9 years. All of the proceeds go to the kids. Great cause to support.

[Ms Grumpy]

Looked at the garage through the downpour of rain all day.

[flash]

I adjusted the return spring on the carb and checked the oil ,tightened the valve covers ,getting ready to go to the Heart Of Dixie Show saturday morning.

[BillsCamino]

I adjusted the return spring on the carb and checked the oil ,tightened the valve covers ,getting ready to go to the Heart Of Dixie Show saturday morning.

I'm thinking of going to the HOD show also on Saturday...if it's not going to be a total washout. Right now the forecast is calling for 60%...:rolleyes:

[mestorod70]

Took the nasty looking rear out for a rebuild.
Sand blasted in the driveway
Welded the axle tubes
Etching primer and semi gloss black
Retuned the posi
Next is new 3.73 gear and a reinforcement cover.

[Hank70SS]

Finished get her ready to have the windshield and rear glass installed tomorrow morning. Installed headliner trim, painted a-pillar moldings, I'll install dash pad and a-pillar trim after glass is in, need to let the paint dry some more.

[Ms Grumpy]

Decided to change the thermostat AGAIN. The last one stuck again on me last night and so we found one that is high rpm rated.

Has anyone used the Mr Gasket High Performance Gasket ? I used #4364 High Performance 180 degree Thermostat and am hoping that it solves my "thermostat" problem. I have had a couple people who suggested that I use this as opposed to the "regular" ones which sometimes have a hard time because of the high rpm motor and the water pressure it can produce from the water pump. Wondering what you guys think.

"Mr. Gasket high performance thermostat fits GM / Ford / AMC.
GM/Ford/AMC 180 degrees. SEE catalog for application chart. These high performance thermostats are designed to resist large variations in coolant pressure that occur at high rpm's where coolant temperature and coolant pressure fight for control of the thermostat keeping it from opening at its designated temperature. The balanced HP thermostat features all brass and copper construction, and open at the right temperature regardless of engine RPM."

[SS Shaun]

after taking 2 weeks off from touching the chevelle because i was so frustrated with it. i went to work on it weds. I got my new master cylinder and it worked like a charm, I was able to bleed the brakes with no issues. so i didn't want to push it by working on the steering column so i left it alone. Last night i said why not lets work on it. Installed the new steering column and put is all back together. Today i will install the steering wheel and clean up all the hoses and wires under the dash :)

[BillsCamino]

Decided to change the thermostat AGAIN. The last one stuck again on me last night and so we found one that is high rpm rated.

All you need is an Autozone hi flow p/n 15356 160 degree thermostat. PERIOD!

Also, base timing should be adjusted so you have a total timing of 36-38 degrees...with the vacuum advance disconnected and hose plugged.

With a GM factory style shroud, a 7 blade clutch fan, proper timing, and the stat mentioned above you will NEVER have any overheating issues.

[Ms Grumpy]

Bill, I am definitely saving your post. But I will tell you, I have been running even a little cooler than ever, even in bumper to bumper traffic on Woodward.

[Ms Grumpy]

Like many of you guys, I took advantage of the beautiful weather and washed my car today. In the middle of cleaning my car, my daughter stopped by and I took a couple of pics of her. Thought you might like some different pics in this thread, instead of motor or car parts.

LACIE SAID SHE WANTED TO POSE SHOWING HER TATTOOS AND MUSCLES...

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3661


THEN SHE THOUGHT SHE WOULD TRY TO STEAL MY CAR....

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3663

THEN SHE REALLY PUSHED THE LIMIT....SHE WAS LEANING ON MY CAR....LOL

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=112&pictureid=3662

[Quadracer392]

Picked up a GM hood and trunk lid yesterday and got the wheels for the front today that I ordered yesterday morning off ebay.(talk about fast shipping) Going in the morning to get tires mounted on them.
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=190&pictureid=3657
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=190&pictureid=3660
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=190&pictureid=3658
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=190&pictureid=3659

[SS Shaun]

lol installed the z bar i guess things are going my way now with the car..lol

[shadowgray396]

Fit looks good. Like the wheels.

[flash]

Drove it to Alabama and back for the Heart Of Dixie Car Show .

[BillsCamino]

And if like my trip...got wet both going to and coming home from the HOD show. ;)

[72greenbean]

cleaned the bean a bit to take it to a family cookout at the park then decided i couldnt leave the dog behind so i put the cover back on and took the top of the jeep off instead. dog nails and 40 year old vinyl dont mix!

[Quadracer392]

Finally got the new wheels and tires on it and was able to pull it out of the garage.
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=190&pictureid=3667

[shadowgray396]

Finally got the new wheels and tires on it and was able to pull it out of the garage.
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=190&pictureid=3667

You know you could do like Gas Monkeys Garage does on there show and shoot that with a coat of clear to save the petina. It would be worth 40K, Lol.

All kidding aside I like the look.

[shadowgray396]

I got my copy of Hagerty Classic Cars Magazine today and my car is in there. Small article, but fun to see it in a magazine.

[flash]

I will look for it when I get my copy.

[SS Shaun]

What page I got mine today

[shadowgray396]

What page I got mine today

Page 20, left side

[Quadracer392]

You know you could do like Gas Monkeys Garage does on there show and shoot that with a coat of clear to save the petina. It would be worth 40K, Lol.

All kidding aside I like the look.

Lol, I wish I could put clear coat on it and make it worth 40K. I've actually had a few people want me to do that, but the body is to far gone to be able to or I just might. I kinda like that patina finish on some cars.

[SS Shaun]

Page 20, left side

I saw it as soon as i got home! looks good!! great article

[mestorod70]

Got the rear finished and in the car.
I also added CPP rear suspension kit with the braces.
The new 373 gears are broken in....and work great.
Im wondering whats next....gages or a cheetah shifter.???

[flash]

I have not even seen my Chevelle this week ,been too sick to play with it .

[BillsCamino]

You didn't sound too good last Saturday. :(
Did you drive home with the top down????

[carpoor]

Took forever, but got the driveshaft in today. It's a bitch having limited strength and flexibility in your dominant arm. Got a tracking # for my radiator last night, should be here next week.

[flash]

Bill,we didnt get to drop the top ,it started raining right after we left and rained on and off all the way home .I will be glad to get over this crap.

[BillsCamino]

I took the more southern route home...I-20
Didn't hit any precip until around the state line. About the same area as when I drove thru there on the way to the HOD show early that morning.
I too am SO tired of all this rain...it's doing so here right now and has most of the afternoon. :(

[SS Shaun]

got the timing set and have it up and running :)
http://youtu.be/PpEcaqvUcoU

[shadowgray396]

I would also have to say thumbs up. :banana: Sounds good Shaun

[Quadracer392]

The motor looks and sounds great Shaun! Nice job!

[SS Shaun]

thank you i am happy so far

[shadowgray396]

Was not a good start to my day. Went down south to a car show and this is what happened on the way down
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3673

And then this happened
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3672
Hasn't rained here in 3 months. Got my leak test done.

I was the last car in because of the flat on the trailer and got parked in the back next to the BQ area.


But the day did end better
http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=158&pictureid=3674

And I made it back home with no problems.

[carpoor]

Just gathering parts lately, new radiator, ignition coil, mandrel bent tail pipes are here, & a master cylinder is in the mail. I need belts, and a battery next.

Once I feel up to it, lots of assembly to be done. Then on the trailer for a front end alignment and exhaust system.

[shadowgray396]

Started repairs on the trailer today and worked on the deck before winter gets here. Looking for wheels and tires for the car trailer for the Chevelle. Need to get the Chevelle over to a friends house and on his lift to find out where my oil leak is.

http://chevelleforum.org/picture.php?albumid=166&pictureid=3675