Next Years Power Tour Car

[kwhizz]

Every story has a beginning, a middle, and an end........I had hoped to start this build in the middle......Let me explain, LOL.......
After driving the 66 Nova on last years Power Tour, it became apparent that the Nova's trunk space and the "Princess's" idea of what is needed to travel for a week did not match.........so......we needed a larger trunk for future travel.......And.....after driving the street rod with the LS drivetrain, it became clear that we needed a big trunk and a LS engine to pull it around......
Finding the engine was the easy part, I ended up buying a low mile LS2 drivetrain out of a 2006 GTO (just like the 37 Ford)....."And"........I wanted to purchase the best survivor 66 Impala Convert I could find.......I basically wanted a car that would be a Rust Free original panel and paint car so I could do the drivetrain/ suspension thing and not mess with going thru the whole car frustration and expense thingy.....

So......The search began, after going thru a bunch of car sites I found a car that got my interest right away.....The car was located on Long Island New York and I contacted a member here to see if they could take a look at it for me........No problem I was told.....so ....I continued looking and found a couple more that were looked at by members here and took passes on them as they weren't what I was looking for........

As I said earlier, I wanted to start this build in the middle part of the story with a perfect car (or pretty close).........After a month of waiting on the member to look at the New York car, I kept thinking that was the car for me as the pictures and description seemed to be exactly what I wanted.........I called the owner and he assured me the car was "Perfect" as described......"NOW....This is not a Whiney Woe is me situation"......."I JUST WANT OTHERS NOT TO MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE AS I DID IN THE FUTURE" .......Again.......Do not "EVER" buy a car without someone looking at it..........

So.....here's where it starts.........Here's the ad and pic's



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Looks good in the pic's and described as just what I am looking for............I called the owner and asked for a honest assessment as to the condition of the car and was assured it was about as perfect as they get..............I decided to roll the dice after missing out on another car the day before........Doesn't look too bad in the pic's and with the owners assurance about the condition......"I was Hooked"..............LOL.......The seller was upset with me because I didn't have it shipped in an enclosed trailer......In reality, I wire transferred the money on Friday afternoon, contracted with a transport company on Monday morning, the car was picked up Monday afternoon and delivered to my house (900miles) on Tuesday afternoon at 5pm........Everything is going so smooth I can't believe it.........LOL



Here is the car arriving............Look'in Good!!.....LOL



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Uh Oh!!......Whats this..........



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[kwhizz]

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Humm!! The Excitement is going away fast..........



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Seam missing in the 1/4 panel/trunk.......



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[kwhizz]

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[kwhizz]

If there is anything that is good.......It seems the floor pans are in very good shape as they seemed to have been undercoated since day one.....

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[kwhizz]

So.......It is what it is and I'm stuck with it.......So....Now that that's over with....I took it over to Puleras Collision Center in Kenosha (They painted the Biscayne and the 37 Ford Street Rod) and we have it scheduled to go in at the end of August to get everything corrected .....I'll get the car media blasted before going there so it will end up as nice as the Biscayne.......I ordered a Holley Oil pan for the LS swap, got a NOS right front fender, got a radio,.....so I'll get the LS drivetrain fit and installed before Body and Paint...Then we will order an Interior Kit, suspension kit, brake kit,A/C kit and wheels and tires .......Almost done.....LOL

Ken

[njsteve]

So sorry you got stuck with that. It sounds like you ran into the typical non-car guy who has a "classic" and has no clue what a "mint excellent condition" car should actually look like.

Reminds me how my Grandfather repaired the front valance on my Grandmother's 75 Firebird back in the late 1970's after she ran into some paint cans in the garage. He was the consumate do-it-yourselfer and darn proud of it. He filled the cracks in the front valance with PlasticWood, that stuff you fill nail holes in plywood with, and then painted the repair with semi-gloss, exterior latex paint. (probably out of one of the very cans my Grandmother ran over!) <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

God bless 'em. I do miss them both! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

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[Bill Pritchard]

Ken,

I know my opinion wasn't requested, but having been thru a very similar situation 11 yrs ago (except that I <span style="text-decoration: underline"><span style="font-weight: bold">PAID</span></span> an alleged professional inspector to look at the car before I forked over the $$$ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/mad.gif ) I can tell you your best bet is to cut your losses and peddle it <span style="text-decoration: underline"><span style="font-style: italic">now</span></span>, before you get to 'the point of no return' <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

[VintageMusclecar]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">.....&quot;NOW....This is not a Whiney Woe is me situation&quot;.......&quot;I JUST WANT OTHERS NOT TO MAKE THE SAME MISTAKE AS I DID IN THE FUTURE&quot; .......Again.......<span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="text-decoration: underline"><span style="color: #FF0000">Do not &quot;EVER&quot; buy a car without someone looking at it</span></span></span>..........
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X eleventy-billion (emphasis added).

That said...go ahead and whine...I sure as hell did.

Sorry you got hosed on this deal Ken. That sucks.

BTW, get that back seat out and check for rust in the rear floors and convertible top well area. A family member had a `66 Imp droptop and it was gonzo under the seat, but the rest of the floors looked good.

[napa68]

That just sucks Ken. I got boned in the very same manner a couple of years ago on a Corvette.
At least when you are done, you will know what you have and a great car with ROOOOOOMMMMM!
The very same reason I bought my 59. Let me know if there is anything I may be able to do for you. I've got a couple of friends that fool with those cars.

Tim

[Postsedan]

Now, Nothing to do but to Get-R-Done! This car will be as nice as the rest of your Fleet by next Summer!

We will all once again be eating a lot of pop corn over the winter! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Dan

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Bill Pritchard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ken,

I know my opinion wasn't requested, but having been thru a very similar situation 11 yrs ago (except that I <span style="text-decoration: underline"><span style="font-weight: bold">PAID</span></span> an alleged professional inspector to look at the car before I forked over the $$$ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/mad.gif ) I can tell you your best bet is to cut your losses and peddle it <span style="text-decoration: underline"><span style="font-style: italic">now</span></span>, before you get to 'the point of no return' <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif </div></div>

Bill......If I tried to get rid of it now, I would lose about 1/2 of what I paid.....So.....With that said.....I'll just put that much back into it(It's gone anyway) and get what I thought I was getting (and paid for) when I bought it.....
It's Funny now (I think), but when the car arrived I called the seller and asked him what the hell was going on with this piece of crap that he worshipped.......He said he was &quot;Shocked&quot; that I was disappointed with his baby...And it pained him to sell it....
So.....I said to him &quot;I'll tell you what&quot;......I'll pay to have it shipped back to you and you keep $1000 and return the rest......So, Basically I'm giving you a $1000 for nothing......He hung up on me.....Imagine that....Such a Deal!!

[427TJ]

I like your attitude Ken. Admit your mistake and move on. Or FIDO. (F___ it, drive on.) Pay up and make it your own and next summer when you're on Power Tour and the LS is humming and the AC is blowing cold you'll have a laugh over it all.

Oh, and the P.O. hung up on you because he knew he made out like a bandit. He'll get his someday. Bad karma goes around and then comes around.

[Xplantdad]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 427TJ</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I like your attitude Ken. Admit your mistake and move on. Or FIDO. (F___ it, drive on.) Pay up and make it your own and next summer when you're on Power Tour and the LS is humming and the AC is blowing cold you'll have a laugh over it all.

Oh, and the P.O. hung up on you because he knew he made out like a bandit. He'll get his someday. Bad karma goes around and then comes around. </div></div>


Exactly!

Sorry Ken...that it wasn't what you had hoped for...

That guy will get his one day....

That being said, it will be fun to watch the build...let me know if you need parts...there seems to be quote a few aprts around this area <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[ORIGLS6]

For those of you who have never met Ken, or seen any of his cars, let me tell you something. One year from today you'll swear he replaced THIS car with another similar one. It will be flawless, in spite of what you see today.

Ken called me Thursday evening and told me the story. Knowing Ken and how HE treats EVERYONE else, this makes you sick that HE gets this kind of deal. By the end of our conversation he was laughing, saying, &quot;I bought a brand new convertible top and they threw in a car.&quot; Can you believe it?

You're one helluva man Ken. I'm blessed to call you my friend and look forward to following another of your fantastic builds. Get busy Buddy. See ya in Monmouth.

[njsteve]

Ken, if you ever find another one in New Jersey, I'd be happy to check it out for you. That car you got looks like it was a typical Long Island car - never a good thing due to the salt air.

[IM RARE]

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[Postsedan]

Ha, Love it <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

Dan

[IM RARE]

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[Smokey]

Lets see it with the 6 inch lift with the 30's under it like Puff Daddy X would have it in Miami

[kwhizz]

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Dave.......You are pretty close........But....You already knew that.....LOL

[kwhizz]

Here's another pic of the optional Long Island Scotch Tape mirror adjustment feature......LOL

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[Mr70]

Early cars got black tape...it's these kinda details that really make this site worth while.

[1969l78]

That sucks!!!!!!!!!!

[MrsBillyBobcat]

Yes, it does Rob! Esp. when it happens to nice people!

Sorry to hear this Ken! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif Sounds like you have a great attitude though and I look forward to seeing it done <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
After driving the 66 Nova on last years Power Tour, it became apparent that the Nova's trunk space and the &quot;Princess's&quot; idea of what is needed to travel for a week did not match.... </div></div>

LOL! Bill and I never agree on this either! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif All he needs is a duffle bag...I need a duffle bag just for my shoes! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

Looking forward to seeing you and your Princess in Detroit next year! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[njsteve]

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Actually, that's a blessing in disguise:. That is actual evidence of his misrepresentation.

I guarantee that the felonious seller's fingerprints are all over that tape.

Remember how you asked him what condition the rear view mirror was in and he said it was in mint, original, excellent, untouched condition? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: njsteve</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Here's another pic of the optional Long Island Scotch Tape mirror adjustment feature......LOL

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Actually, that's a blessing in disguise:. That is actual evidence of his misrepresentation.

I guarantee that the felonious seller's fingerprints are all over that tape.

Remember how you asked him what condition the rear view mirror was in and he said it was in mint, original, excellent, untouched condition? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif </div></div>



Steve.....I wish it was that easy.....I was sort of hoping when I went to the DMV there would have been a legal issue with the New York registration.....LOL....Darn!!

[CC Rider]

Sorry to see this Ken, but I'm positive you'll whip it into shape and I'll enjoy watching your progress.

[napa68]

Ken,

I just came across a couple of LS3's with less than 100 miles (Camaro takeouts). Let me know if you are interested.

Tim

[COPO_Anders]

Sorry to hear about this Ken. Friends of mine have bought some cars on Long Island and most of them have had the same type of issues as your car. My friend in CT who sends them over here says to stay away from there, but I guess there are some nice cars there to.

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: napa68</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ken,

I just came across a couple of LS3's with less than 100 miles (Camaro takeouts). Let me know if you are interested.

Tim </div></div>

Tim.......I already have one.....I already sent the harness and Computers to Speartech for mod's......


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Computer and Oxygen Sensor Guy...........

[70 Forest Green Zee]

Ken.....I really think you need to send Guido and the boys to pay this schmuck a little visit!!! He'll never get to the bank without his knee caps <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif I too look forward to watching this build....you are such a craftsman and this car, like all of your other ones, will be perfect in the end!!! Good luck with the project my friend!

[kwhizz]

One of the major issues in installing a LS engine in a 66 &quot;B&quot; body is the oil pan, the 66 has the steering behind the crossmember and causes some major pan modifications to a stock factory rear sump pan.....The GTO pan is a front sump so it needed to be changed anyway.....So....Holley just came out with a pan that is supposed to make everything fit so I went ahead and ordered one and it showed up today.....Christmas in July...
I'll get it put on in a day or two and should be test fitting the engine into the Impala next week...Here we go!!

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[kwhizz]

The exhaust manifolds are another issue....so...I was reading that the 2010-11 Camaro manifolds would fit with lots of clearance.......They showed up also......Lot's &quot;O&quot; Stuff showing up.......

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[olredalert]

----Ken,,,That pan is sweet. Nice piece!!!.......Bill S

[ORIGLS6]

Don't trip on that stuff going down the stairs. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

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this is disturbing... was this car beaten with a chain? sorry I was not the one to stop this sale. Is this car solid above the rear? Both my big cars, one a vert, were both soft in the floors there.

[kwhizz]

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this is disturbing... was this car beaten with a chain? sorry I was not the one to stop this sale. Is this car solid above the rear? Both my big cars, one a vert, were both soft in the floors there. </div></div>


Floors are rock solid.......So, it's not all bad.....

[Xplantdad]

Ken...may the force be with you... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[kwhizz]

Took the pan down to the shop today and switched the pan and hardware..........The only problem was that the bracket that holds the pick-up tube in place was not formed correctly and there were some clearance issues with the windage tray......the instructions shown how to modify the windage tray to suit.....but.....it would have been easier for Holley to do their job correctly and just form the bracket with a tighter radius so it would clear.....anyhow we cut and welded the bracket to suit........much easier.....just a minor glitch....after that it was a 5 minute job.....I also picked up a NOS &quot;Made In America&quot; original GM fender.....I almost don't want to put it on the car it's so nice.....Thanks to Jon Krogh

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[Bill Pritchard]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I also picked up a NOS &quot;Made In America&quot; original GM fender...Thanks to Jon Krogh
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Jon is certainly a great resource to have when working on a late 60's full size Chevy....and he's a hop, skip, &amp; a jump away from you!

[njsteve]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I also picked up a NOS &quot;Made In America&quot; original GM fender.....I almost don't want to put it on the car it's so nice.....Thanks to Jon Krogh
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Why don't youz send us dat &quot;mint, excellent condition&quot; old fendah.

Maybe we can &quot;return&quot; it to dat guy dat sold youz dat car. Jersey style <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: njsteve</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I also picked up a NOS &quot;Made In America&quot; original GM fender.....I almost don't want to put it on the car it's so nice.....Thanks to Jon Krogh
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Why don't youz send us dat &quot;mint, excellent condition&quot; old fendah.

Maybe we can &quot;return&quot; it to dat guy dat sold youz dat car. Jersey style <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif </div></div>



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[kwhizz]

Found a Driver side front fender today........This is getting too easy now.........the guy's at the body shop now only have to fix the quarters and the doors......Ordered all the A/C stuff last week........

[Xplantdad]

Sounds great Ken!

[Born30YrsLate]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Took the pan down to the shop today and switched the pan and hardware..........The only problem was that the bracket that holds the pick-up tube in place was not formed correctly and there were some clearance issues with the windage tray......the instructions shown how to modify the windage tray to suit.....but.....it would have been easier for Holley to do their job correctly and just form the bracket with a tighter radius so it would clear.....anyhow we cut and welded the bracket to suit........much easier.....just a minor glitch....after that it was a 5 minute job.....I also picked up a NOS &quot;Made In America&quot; original GM fender.....I almost don't want to put it on the car it's so nice.....Thanks to Jon Krogh

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Kenny don't you worry...after you get done with that car I'm sure the fender will be proud to be on that car!

[kwhizz]

Got the NOS Passenger side last week......Today I got my eBay Drivers side &quot;used&quot; fender.......Must have lived it's life out by Bruce and the &quot;Painter Guy&quot; as it has just some very light surface rust.....

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Both fenders together......

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[kwhizz]

Took some more pic's of my &quot;Beautiful&quot; original paint survivor car.......The color and orange peel hides the dents as even taking these closeups it's really hard to see the true flavor of whats there.......LOL.......But, as I said before......the guy's at Puleras (Body Shop) said it's not a big deal....and with getting the two new fenders it should make their job a lot easier......now they just have to deal with the doors and quarters.......here are a couple of pic's.....

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http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03016.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03017.jpg

[kwhizz]

The a/c syatem showed up today also.....a sure fit system for Classic Auto Air.....when I called the other day to order it....I asked if I could get a serpentine pulley on the compressor.....the sales guy why I wanted that type of pulley rather that the stock &quot;V&quot; belt....I explained that I was putting in a LS2 from a 06 GTO and I knew I was going to have to play with compressor positioning to make it fit as I knew there were clearance issues and in the end I would be using the serpentine belt....He then asked why I just didn't buy their kit to move the compressor up out of the way and it included brackets, Idler Pulley and a belt that was designed for the GTO set-up.....I said really.....so....I bought it all and my job is getting easier again as I won't have to re-invent the wheel again....So, now the compressor is driven off the main drive belt (stock, it had a seperate belt)
This Project is getting too easy.......Here are some pic's

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03043.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03045.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03042.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03041.jpg

[kwhizz]

I also started disassembly of the car....I started under the car getting the engine ready for removal.....only got in a hour or so before the heat and humidity got to me and had to go in and take a nap!!....(It's what old guys do).....While under the car I noticed why when I drove my &quot;Perfect&quot; Survivor car and turned the wheels slightly, I could feel something wasn't right with the steering......Look at the front tire.....LOL....(Previous owner......&quot;This car is perfect mechanically and I would drive it to California&quot;.......LOL......My Bad)

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03019.jpg

[Xplantdad]

That's cool! (forgive the pun!!)

Edit: Dang, you're too quick. I meant about the AC...the steering issues suck <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif

[kwhizz]

Getting Closer.......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC05800-1.png

[Xplantdad]

Gotta have a white top <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[IM RARE]

tan looks rather neat http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/hhth.png
http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/ffffe.png

[Charley Lillard]

I think it needs to be black with red guts..

[CC Rider]

I think you should send your pics to the seller. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[kwhizz]

Can't change the top.....It's the only good thing on the car right now....

[m22mike]

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03039.jpg


[/quote]

Ken
Any luck with the mouse <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

[kwhizz]

It's all a part of country living......LOL....

[napa68]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The a/c syatem showed up today also.....a sure fit system for Classic Auto Air.....when I called the other day to order it....I asked if I could get a serpentine pulley on the compressor.....the sales guy why I wanted that type of pulley rather that the stock &quot;V&quot; belt....I explained that I was putting in a LS2 from a 06 GTO and I knew I was going to have to play with compressor positioning to make it fit as I knew there were clearance issues and in the end I would be using the serpentine belt....He then asked why I just didn't buy their kit to move the compressor up out of the way and it included brackets, Idler Pulley and a belt that was designed for the GTO set-up.....I said really.....so....I bought it all and my job is getting easier again as I won't have to re-invent the wheel again....So, now the compressor is driven off the main drive belt (stock, it had a seperate belt)
This Project is getting too easy.......Here are some pic's

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03043.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03045.jpg

[</div></div>

I had purchased the accessory drive from Kwik for the 59. I was impressed. I've got the popcorn goin Ken!

[kwhizz]

Tim......So......Is the 59 finished????

[napa68]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Tim......So......Is the 59 finished???? </div></div>

I am viewing it like wine....................I'm aging the process. If it's not ready my Power Tour next year, I'm sure I'll be looking for a divorce attorney. She will go with someone else <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif

[kwhizz]

This is where I want to end up when this car is finished.....BUT......we have a few bridges to cross before I get there.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC05800-1.png


Got the engine pulled out tonight of my &quot;Perfect&quot; survivor car.....LOL

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03309.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03310.jpg

Actually, the sheetmetal in the Engine compartment is in relatively good shape.....things are looking up!!

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03313.jpg

Gonna bring the LS engine home and see if all the store bought parts I bought make everything fit as advertised....LOL
Stay Tuned....

[Xplantdad]

Yeah! And so it starts... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[IM RARE]

Perfect fithttp://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/dggggt.png

[ORIGLS6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IM RARE</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Perfect fithttp://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/dggggt.png </div></div>

Dang! That was easy! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[kwhizz]

I wish my mechanical skills were as good as Daves Photoshop skills...........

[IM RARE]

they are ...the stuff you still amazes me

[kwhizz]

Brought the Engine home from the shop today and decided to play with the car a little.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03433.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03436.jpg

So......I dig around in the garage and find the Purchased parts for the install........Let's see how this is gonna go.......Adaptor plates and mounts for the LS conversion....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03438.jpg

Wrapping Paper in the box........Hummmmm!!!....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03440.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03439.jpg

Adaptor Plates and mounts........

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03441.jpg

Blood Pressures going up.......two of the bolts go in and the other two won't start....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03442.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03444.jpg


Called Trans Dapt/ Hedman Headers and told them about their holes being off....the plates were Laser cut and the holes were off.....Come on guy's, this isn't Rocket Science......Got out the Carbide Burr and elongated the holes ..........Damm!!!

1/2 hour later.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03446.jpg

[napa68]

I had used the Trans Crapt plates as well and had the same results with my 59. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/mad.gif

[kwhizz]

Moment of truth......Mounts, Holley Pan.......Is it gonna fit...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03447.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03448.jpg

No Photoshoping allowed here....LOL.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03450.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03451.jpg

The Holley pan fits perfectly.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03456.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03452.jpg



got a small jack on the back of the trans.....I was worried about the size of the 4L65E and it fitting in the tunnel....lots of room......I just need to modify the crossmember slightly for the trans mount........Gonna get it mounted and take it apart, going for Media blasting on the 23rd and then off to the body shop........

[1969l78]

Like a glove!!!!!!!!!!

[x Baldwin Motion]

Wrapping Paper in the box........Hummmmm!!!....
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/bs.gif

any General Tsao's chicken ?



http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03440.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03439.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Hey. they have my phone for $130! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

That engine looks like it belongs there <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[IM RARE]

see that was easy !!

[427TJ]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">

Wrapping Paper in the box........Hummmmm!!!....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03440.jpg
</div></div>

Aw c'mon Ken, those starving Chinese laborers are just trying to make a living!

[kwhizz]

Spoke too soon yesterday......After getting the engine in place yesterday I only got one bolt thru the motor mount, the other one wouldn't go in......at that point I had had enough, but after coming in and looking at this picture, I noticed that the engine was tipped to one side slightly........I thought I would just have to influence the engine slightly to get the bolt in.....so , today I get the car up on the lift so I can figure out the trans mount.......After getting the trans jacked up and in position, I went to get the second motor mount bolt in.......Darn!!....the engine is sitting on the Oil Pan and not letting the mount come down for the bolt to go thru......Time to re-invent the wheel.......So......I'm gonna have to make some new adaptor plates to move the engine up about a 1/2&quot;.......I knew this was going too easy..........But!!!.....It's all part of the process......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03452.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Ken, the master, is at work....and I can't wait!

[napa68]

Let me guess........................the problem is on the left side?

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: napa68</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Let me guess........................the problem is on the left side? </div></div>


A man with experience.......LOL

[jannes_z-28]

Try the bigblock engine pads, they fitted better when I did the swap. I think that they are a little bit thicker than the ones you got from China.

Jan

[kwhizz]

Update.....after measuring everything,I had to modify the trans crossmember to move the mounting pad back 2 1/4 &quot;.....So....How to keep everything else in shape and position on a bent up piece of tubing.......Heres how we did it...If you notice the flame cut ends from the factory.....Converts had a boxed frame so they obviously had to narrow them to fit the narrower frame width......Factory??????

Starting point.......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03607.jpg

Found some steel in the shop that fit the trans mount pad perfectlly and it raised the end frame mount surfaces off the table, found some steel that fit under the frame mounts and some little gusset pieces to support the mount midway.....now the mounting pad was flat on the spacer, we welded the crossmember to the welding table.......this also kept the mount angle relatve to the frame mounting....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03611.jpg

Got out the sawsall and cut the mount section out......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03612.jpg

Using the spacer block under the mount pad.....I measured the 2 1/4&quot; and made some side plates to suit and welded everything back together...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03615.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03616.jpg

Took it home to test fit and found out I needed to add a little more clearance (If I was smart I would have brought the mount to the shop instead of leaving it in the garage....Duhhh!!!)

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03629.jpg


Put it in place and the mounting bolts dropped right in.......Lucky!!!


http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03633.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03634.jpg

Next I'm going to remake the store bought engine/mount plates to raise the engine 5/8&quot; to clear the front frame crossmember....tomorrows project....

The Holley engine/trans pans sit pretty good in the car.......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03638.jpg

Before Holley came out with this pan, some of the earlier pans used hung down well below the crossmember......


Getting Closer!!

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC05800-1.png

[RPOLS3]

Neat!

[IM RARE]

you doing fine job !!

[Xplantdad]

Ken at work! Gotta love it <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[Postsedan]

More &quot;Popcorn&quot; Please!

Dan

[SS427]

Great fabrication as always Ken! I think we will all enjoy another fabrication story.

[resto4u]

Ken, it would look cool if you added another tri-angle gusset and then boxed it in. Then you would have a match look to the front cut angle. Make things more symetrical. Roger

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: resto4u</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ken, it would look cool if you added another tri-angle gusset and then boxed it in. Then you would have a match look to the front cut angle. Make things more symetrical. Roger </div></div>

Roger.........When the engine comes out while the car is at the body shop, I'm going to box the whole unit together..... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[VintageMusclecar]

Gonn'a be be fun to watch this one come together. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

SO...when are you gonn'a build something with a carburetor again? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smirk.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[IM RARE]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/gfvkjykuiykuyjh.png

[Postsedan]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: VintageMusclecar</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Gonn'a be be fun to watch this one come together. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

SO...when are you gonn'a build something with a carburetor again? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smirk.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif </div></div>

I`d say.... that is a slim possibility, unless he were to build in 10.5 Race Car <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[kwhizz]

I needed to raise the Engine about 5/8&quot; to get the Pan off the Crossmember.....Rather than mess around with Frame mounts and Motor mounts, I decided to make new motor mount adaptor plates......because the mounts are on an angle and I wanted to raise the engine, I had to figure out how much to move the rubber mount holes and how much thicker to make the plate to get everything to fall into place.....here are some pic's

Store bought plate in black......you can see how the 3 rubber mount holes are moved down and the plate is also thicker

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06161.jpg

New plate mounted to the engine......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06157.jpg


Rubber mount installed......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06159.jpg

Engine down on the mounts and the holes line up perfectly....Just slid the bolts in....I love it when a plan comes together....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06164.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06165.jpg


Pan not sits nicely above the crossmember.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06166.jpg

And sits perfectrly with the bottom of the crossmember

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06173.jpg

Also got my raised alternator mounting kit....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06174.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06175.jpg

[IM RARE]

http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/dhn.png

[kwhizz]

Poifekt!!!

[ORIGLS6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IM RARE</div><div class="ubbcode-body">http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/dhn.png </div></div>

Ah yes. MUCH better!!!!

[napa68]

Ken,

Do you have a pattern (blueprint)for those plates? I would like to buy a set if possible. That would improve everything I am concerned about with my conversion.

Thanks,

Tim

[kwhizz]

Tim...........PM sent

[kwhizz]

Got entergetic this morning and created a major mess in the garage.....took the front end apart....Grille, bumper, lights, etc.......also took off the rear bumper assy.....the car is going for Media blasting on Tuesday....when it gets finished there (gonna be interesting to see what's under the 1/8&quot; of paint) I'll bring it back home and gut the Interior and then off to the Puleras where they will work their magic on the Body.......The Bumpers will also go out for re-chroming

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03639.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03641.jpg

LOL.............

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03645.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03647.jpg

But....as Shoddy the body and paint on the car is....the &quot;Important&quot; stuff is in pretty good shape....Trunk floor is perfect......and there is just minor surface rust behind the rear bumper.....should clean up pretty easy......could be a lot worse

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03646.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03649.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03650.jpg

Time to start ordering parts ............

[kwhizz]

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/dhn.png

[CC Rider]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
Time to start ordering parts ............ </div></div>

This is going to be great! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[kwhizz]

The car is going for Media blasting tomorrow.....So....I wanted to break the car down a little more......Found the trunk full of Nu Yawk mouse crap....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03654.jpg

tail light assy's are pitted with lousy chrome....I'll try and find some NOS ones......if not I'll just get these rechromed$$$$$$

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03655.jpg

The paint is probably 1/16&quot; thick in spots....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03656.jpg

Anyone need any Nu Yawk Day 2 Speakers....LOL

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03657.jpg

Except for the speaker holes and the dents on the outside of the doors......the doors are rust free.....a welcome surprise..

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03664.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03665.jpg

Took the rear seat out and the there was just light surface rust on the seat pan.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03666.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03668.jpg

Ready for the trailer.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03672.jpg

Look what I found.........Hadn't been started for two years.....110 octane and a Diehard and she started right up....amazing...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03673.jpg

we will see what's under all that paint in a couple of days....

[kwhizz]

Getting Closer..................

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/dhn-1.png

[IM RARE]

this is fun watching you

[IM RARE]

rims from the 37 ford http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/iueb.png

[Xplantdad]

Looking good Ken!

[Canuck]

Ken
Now that the car is in the hands of the media blaster,get some golf rounds in before the assembly starts.
Your &quot;builds&quot; are the best treads on here. Sipping a coffee and enjoying the progress!

Paul

[napa68]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> I needed to raise the Engine about 5/8&quot; to get the Pan off the Crossmember.....Rather than mess around with Frame mounts and Motor mounts, I decided to make new motor mount adaptor plates......because the mounts are on an angle and I wanted to raise the engine, I had to figure out how much to move the rubber mount holes and how much thicker to make the plate to get everything to fall into place.....here are some pic's

Store bought plate in black......you can see how the 3 rubber mount holes are moved down and the plate is also thicker

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06161.jpg

New plate mounted to the engine......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC06157.jpg

These here.....................are the BOMB!

Thanks for the help Ken!







</div></div>

[kwhizz]

Next time we see her.....the car will stripped of all that &quot;Mint&quot; original factory Nu Yawk survivor paint(all 1/16&quot; thickness of it.....LOL).........Dropped the car off at U spray in Butler, Wi...same place that did the Biscayne

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03676.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Cool. Question though...the media blasting won't affect the convertible top?

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Cool. Question though...the media blasting won't affect the convertible top? </div></div>

They seal it off with tarps.......and seal the edges....Plus the plastic media isn't aggressive......

[SuperNovaSS]

Plastic media is awesome stuff. I use it in my cabinet all the time. Will strip paint off chrome, etc. Keep up the good work Ken!

Jason

[Xplantdad]

Thanks Ken!

[kwhizz]

Just got a call that the car is finished.........Can't wait to see what was under the paint....LOL....
Pic's later......

[Xplantdad]

This should be interesting...

[92646]

I have been checking back about every 10 minutes. I forgot how nice your 70 Nova is Ken. I bet it sounds great.
Mark Sheppard

[kwhizz]

Picked the car up this afternoon......I'll post some better pic's tomorrow...but...In a nutshell........It's better than I thought......Remember, I have new fenders so I didn't have the old ones blasted, but....the Doors,Hood, Trunk Lid, Rockers are all in great shape........the wheel openings in both quarters had rust and had been patched..........Gonna have to get some patch panels and repair them correctly.......Not as bad as I expected, but......I'm glad we decided to blast the body to really see what was under that &quot;Survivor&quot; Nu Yawk Paint.....LOL

Drivers Side

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03677.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03679.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03680.jpg

Passenger side....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03682.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03683.jpg

Rear......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03678.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03681.jpg

More Tomorrow..........

[njsteve]

Leave it to a New Yawkah to patch rusty metal with more rusty metal. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

We don't do dat in Joysey. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: njsteve</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Leave it to a New Yawkah to patch rusty metal with more rusty metal. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

We don't do dat in Joysey. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif </div></div>


<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[Xplantdad]

Wow....that sucks (the rust)...

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: njsteve</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Leave it to a New Yawkah to patch rusty metal with more rusty metal. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

We don't do dat in Joysey. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif </div></div>


ouch <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif


<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[kwhizz]

Got the car out of the trailer today to clean it up and strip the inside so when I get the call to take it to Pulera's for Body/Paint.....it will be ready......Again....there is good and bad after stripping.....but....I think there is more good than bad.....
Here are the bad pic's.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03687.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03688.jpg

And some good pic's......the doors are rust free except for a minor area that will require a little a little patch...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03690.jpg

Doors and rockers are in great shape.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03689.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03692.jpg

Drivers side is perfecto.......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03694.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03695.jpg

Floors......Minor surface rust only....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03703.jpg

Found this &quot;Classic&quot; Nu Yawk spare tire cover.........

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03707.jpg

And I decided to store it in the Garbage can.....A fitting end..

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03708.jpg

And.....as I was working on the car today I could almost hear it telling me &quot;Thank You&quot; for getting me out of Nu Yawk....LOL

[ed mac 70 ss]

All the bad kharma left with that spare tire cover..... nothing but good things comming your way.. You should have mailed that cover back to Jersey collect. Am enjoying the build thread keep up the good work
ED

[VintageMusclecar]

Man you dodged a bullet on those floors! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

What's the plan for the speaker holes in the doors?

This thing's gonn'a be sweet, can't wait to see it done! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif

[resto4u]

Ken, i like there body work theory. Weld metal over top of rust. Why cut the rust out when you no longer can see it, the rust must be gone.

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: resto4u</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ken, i like there body work theory. Weld metal over top of rust. Why cut the rust out when you no longer can see it, the rust must be gone. </div></div>


Nu Yawk..........Nuff Said........LOL

[WILMASBOYL78]

Probably get better gas mileage since it's missing so much steel...LOL

wilma <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

&quot;Nu-Yawk&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif

[kwhizz]

Did some more dis assembly today.....took the rest of the front sheetmetal off and things ended up being better than expected.....all the Body mounts are in great shape.....the only issue is the lower fender mount on the passenger side will need to be replaced.......the mounting surface was rusted away and the body shop (LOL) that repaired the fenders just tack welded the lower portion of the fender to the body......Nu Yawk's finest.......the original cowl paint behind the fender cleaned up very nicely.......Here's some pic's from today...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03838.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03839.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03840.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03843.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03845.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03846.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03847.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03849.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03853.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03855.jpg

[kwhizz]

More........

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03858.jpg

With the heater box out, I was able to get a shot inside the cowl area.......Looking pretty good in there.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03859.jpg

Getting Closer........

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/dhn-1.png

[Xplantdad]

Nice!!

[njsteve]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03847.jpg

</div></div>

That's the rare &quot;Y&quot; for New Yawk, code.

I'm surprised you haven't found Jimmy Hoffa in there yet. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/eek.gif

[Canuck]

I think the Y stood for &quot;Yella&quot;

[kwhizz]

Almost Done......LOL.....Got the Goodie box from John at Speartech today.......Plug and play....Well almost....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03862.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03864.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03865.jpg

Stopped at the Body Shop today (Puleras in Kenosha, Wi)and talked to Randy about getting the car in......Randy told me to bring all the bolt on parts in, Hood, Fenders,Doors,Deck Lid, etc.......So.....The part of doing a project that I hate more than anything........Taking the window mechanisms out of the car........What a Pain in the A$$!!!.........Only have the patience to do one a day........

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03871.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03873.jpg

Parts from inside one door.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC03875.jpg


Gonna order the quarter patch panels and in a week or two the body should be at Puleras.........

Getting Closer......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/dhn-1.png

[Xplantdad]

And so it begins...again!

[IM RARE]

just remember volts amps ohms capacitor LOL and no vacuum leaks this time

[kwhizz]

Dropped off the loose sheetmetal at Puleras last week....It looks like it will be a couple of weeks before they will be ready for the body as they are slammed with repair jobs....so I continued with the dis-assembly.....took all the windshield trim off and everything is in great shape in the windshield area...so..as long as I have to wait a couple of weeks, I'm gonna put the engine back in and get the exhaust system made and I'm going to hook up the 4L65E trans to the stock column shift linkage.......so, I can make up a shift arm for the trans....Compared to the 37 Ford build....this is simple.....things just go together...(so far).....here are some pic's from today....

Anyone want a &quot;Genuine&quot; Nu Yawk Dice/Scotch Tape rear view Mirror.......Special Long Island Option.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04022.jpg

Frame assy in great shape......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04025.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04029.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04030.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04031.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Cool....

[kwhizz]

It's a Beautiful day here today........I should be waxing my newly purchased &quot;Mint&quot; Nu Yawk original paint survivor car and be taking it out for a drive.....LOL..........

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04163.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04162.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04164.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04166.jpg

Like they say in Jamaica..........Soon Come....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/dhn-1.png

[napa68]

wouldn't take much to pull the body now..................... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif


I'm just sayin!

[Xplantdad]

Looks cloudy and cool out... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[m22mike]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: napa68</div><div class="ubbcode-body">wouldn't take much to pull the body now..................... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif


I'm just sayin! </div></div>

Here you go Ken..... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

http://www.accessiblesystems.com/images/at+/jc.jpg

[kwhizz]

While waiting for the car to get into Pulera's, I decided to get spme paint stripper and continue on.....Got the door jamb areas paint free......No Rust...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04220.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04221.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04223.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04224.jpg


Also got more of the dash taken apart.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04228.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04229.jpg

[kwhizz]

I also took the fenders (old and new) down to the shop today...... the NOS fender and the new old fender needed some trim holes put in.......Trying to figure out how to position them correctly from the Factory Assembly manual is quite the project.......I'm sure it makes sense to someone....LOL....Heres the page from the manual with the Dim's.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04214.jpg

So............How to do this and get all the seperate letters to be in the right place.......I took the old fender and measured where the first and last holes were relative to the crease and door side opening......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04202.jpg


And.....Since I was going to trash the fenders anyway.....I got the Plasma Cutter out.....and got down to bare metal.......The layers of paint were just like reading tree rings

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04203.jpg

Cut the pattern out of the old fender.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04204.jpg

Measured and drilled one of the holes in the new fender.....It just so happened that the holes size allowed me to screw in a 8-32 screw.....tighten up the one screw.....positioned the other hole, drilled it thru and added the second screw......now I had a drill jig for drilling the other holes in position and to the correct size

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04206.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04208.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04209.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04210.jpg

Look how thick the &quot;ORIGINAL Survivor&quot; paint is on the old fender.....LOL

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04207.jpg

[kwhizz]

The other fender is a used Rust free Caprice fender.....so.....We had to weld up the Caprice emblem holes and drill the Impala holes....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04212.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04213.jpg

[kwhizz]

The &quot;OLD&quot; fenders are now in Nu Yawk Fender Heaven......(same as Goldfish Heaven).......LOL

[resto4u]

four coats of non-factory paint and primer. Looks like it was holding the emblems on.

[Xplantdad]

Good stuff Ken!

[kwhizz]

I ordered a new set of Body mounts and want to change them before the car go's to Pulera's......Started loosening the old bolts but needed to soak them in some penetrating oil....so in the mean time I pulled the fuel tank down.....bottom of the trunk floor looked pretty good....



http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04233.jpg


http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04234.jpg

Then I continued with the paint stripper around the trunk are......Boring!!

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04230.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04232.jpg

[Postsedan]

Great stuff <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Dan

[kwhizz]

Changing the Body mounts.........Its like should I let the sleeping Dog lie......or should I kick it......LOL....I decided to Kick it and I'm glad I did........I started by removing the front ones first and they were rusted away so bad they just snapped off......



http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04235.jpg


http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04237.jpg


Did one side at a time with some wood and a jack....


http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04239.jpg


Glad I changed them out.........What a &quot;Pile&quot;


http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04241.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04238.jpg


Ken

[VintageMusclecar]

Man that pile of rusty bolts looks all too familiar <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/eek.gif

Can't wait to see this one done, it's gonn'a be b!tchin'! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Xplantdad]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: VintageMusclecar</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Man that pile of rusty bolts looks all too familiar <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/eek.gif

Can't wait to see this one done, it's gonn'a be b!tchin'! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif </div></div>

Yep! Just like a certain blue Chevelle! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[napa68]

Couple more hours of work and the frame could be at the powder coater! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Then you could make room for the LS9 acessory drive! Charley has the fuel system all figured out <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/burnout.gif

[kwhizz]

Couple more hours of work and the frame could be at the powder coater!


napa68


A couple more hours and your car could be ready for the Power Tour........LOL




Finished Stripping the firewall on my Mint Original Paint Survivor car today...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04242.jpg

Here's what else I found.......Must be another one of those &quot;Special&quot; Nu Yawk Brake options.......What a pile....Glad I took it apart...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04243.jpg

Not much left to take apart.......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04246.jpg

[IM RARE]

looks like Greg old Pro street Camaro's brakes at least they welded yours his was a threaded rod coming out of master cyl.

[Postsedan]

The Nerve of some dealerships? The former owner did say this car was all original?

Dan

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The Nerve of some dealerships? The former owner did say this car was all original?

Dan </div></div>


All Original &quot;Mint&quot; Survivor car with original Paint........That was just touched up in one little area that was non noticable..........Nu Yawk &quot;Style&quot;...

[VintageMusclecar]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Here's what else I found.......Must be another one of those &quot;Special&quot; Nu Yawk Brake options.......What a pile....Glad I took it apart...</div></div>

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04243.jpg

Holy crap that is horrifying. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/eek.gif

Makes you wonder how many cars surrounding us on the roads today are rigged in similar fashion.

[kwhizz]

Also sent the &quot;Mint&quot; Dash Pad to Just Dashes for restoration..........Got some wood today to build a box and ship my &quot;Mint&quot; Bumpers off to Tricity for rechroming.......Man......I'm starting to hate the &quot;Mint&quot; cars.....

[CC Rider]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> .....Man......I'm starting to hate the &quot;Mint&quot; cars..... </div></div>
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

The previous owner needs to see this thread.

[Xplantdad]

The previous owner needs to be shipped in one of those wood boxes.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smirk.gif

[ORIGLS6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The previous owner needs to be shipped in one of those wood boxes.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smirk.gif </div></div>

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 69SUPERSPORT396</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> .....Man......I'm starting to hate the &quot;Mint&quot; cars..... </div></div>
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

The previous owner needs to see this thread.
</div></div>

as does the guy that promised to check out this car. it's boiling my eggs with every new development. wait til you get to the rust repair on the frame. check by front struts and rear trailing arms. I have had repairs in both those areas on 65 &amp; 66 big cars.
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/mad.gif

[kwhizz]

262 days till Power Tour ..............

[70 Forest Green Zee]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The previous owner needs to be shipped in one of those wood boxes.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smirk.gif </div></div>


He needs the crap kicked outa him first!!!

[427TJ]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">262 days till Power Tour .............. </div></div>

You certainly have your work &quot;cut out&quot; for you!

[kwhizz]

Just a reminder about those &quot;Mint&quot; survivor cars out of Nu Yawk.......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04538.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04539.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04540.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04541.jpg

&quot;And&quot; a box showed up to help resolve these issues....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04542.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04545.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04544.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04548.jpg

257 Days till Power Tour.....LOL

[WILMASBOYL78]

There's no rust in Nu-Yawk...just Bondo!!

lol..wilma <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/flag.gif

[Xplantdad]

Wow...just wow! Such crappy metal work... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif

[COPO_Anders]

Are those sheetmetal parts from Sherman, made in USA ? All I can find over here is thin shetmetal from China. I would like to find a good manufacturer.

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: COPO_Anders</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Are those sheetmetal parts from Sherman, made in USA ? All I can find over here is thin shetmetal from China. I would like to find a good manufacturer.

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif </div></div>

Anders.......Yes....they are Sherman.......Got them from www.rockauto.com (http://www.rockauto.com)

[VintageMusclecar]

Boy that's a familiar sight. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif

[resto4u]

They were built to rust. They used a sponge type foam sealer between the quarter and outer wheelhouse. It soaked up water like a sponge and accelerated the corrosion process. Roger

[Tommy]

Your doin a great job Ken ! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Tommy <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Tommy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Your doin a great job Ken ! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Tommy <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif </div></div>

Tommy.....I probably would have been better off buying the one that you looked at for me that I took a pass on.............LOL.......Thanks Again!!

Ken

[COPO_Anders]

Thanks Ken.
Keep up the good work. That car will be a beauty when you are done !

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Tommy]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Tommy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Your doin a great job Ken ! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Tommy <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif </div></div>

Tommy.....I probably would have been better off buying the one that you looked at for me that I took a pass on.............LOL.......Thanks Again!!

Ken </div></div>

I think what you got is still better Ken. Floors had rotted out and been replaced and not in a good way. I was touching carpet while laying under the car... I think fenders and patch panels on 1/4's are still easier than full floors !! Keep up the good work.

Tommy

[WILMASBOYL78]

Looks like too much work and aggravation..just crush it and start over <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

wilma

[ORIGLS6]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looks like too much work and aggravation..just crush it and start over <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

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<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif Probably what your mother thought when she first saw you. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/blush.gif




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[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ORIGLS6</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: WILMASBOYL78</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looks like too much work and aggravation..just crush it and start over <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

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<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif Probably what your mother thought when she first saw you. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/blush.gif


No Comment!!!.........................LOL




<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif </div></div>

[kwhizz]

The car has sort been in that Limbo area for a couple of weeks.....Not much happening till the Body work gets rolling.....well.....I got a call today from Puleras that they had started on the loose pieces that I dropped off a couple of weeks ago....I stopped in to check it out........

Typical of Puleras...Friday afternoon is clean-up time....LOL....This has got to be the cleanest Body and Paint shop in the world....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04552.jpg


The bottom of the hood is now cleaned and ready....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04551.jpg

They cleaned up the rest of the door jam area and found a little more rust on the interior side of the door.....I'm gonna pick up the doors on Monday when I drop off the fenders and repair the rust area and fix the area's cut-out for those special Nu Yawk Stereo speakers......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04553.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04554.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04555.jpg

We be rolling again...........

[njsteve]

Jeez! How many speaker holes did that guy put in those doors?

Are you sure they aren't gun ports? That is a New Yawk thing ya know.

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

[IM RARE]

how about a change in direction http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/dfg-8.png

[IM RARE]

SEMA SEMA

[Xplantdad]

You be rollin!

[napa68]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IM RARE</div><div class="ubbcode-body">how about a change in direction http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/dfg-8.png </div></div>

You would be sure to get some press with that look! Start a new trend Ken!

[427TJ]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IM RARE</div><div class="ubbcode-body">how about a change in direction http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/dfg-8.png </div></div>

Needs a wing on the trunk lid.

[IM RARE]

yea sounds cool !!

[IM RARE]

like this http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/cvb-4.png

[SS427]

Oh God!!!! Please don't give anyone ideas to do that.......!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/sick.gif

[Xplantdad]

LOL!

[VintageMusclecar]

What about this kind'a direction? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

http://img4.image.hotrod.com/f/8664842/791large+1965_chevrolet_impala+rear_left_view.jpg

http://i34.photobucket.com/albums/d129/jtron20/ImpalaEngine-1.jpg

(Hey, it's got EFI! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif )

http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l263/ONN20/Nick-Scavo.jpg

http://img394.imageshack.us/img394/8599/capture042020051513137qg.jpg

Just razzin' ya a little Ken, keep up the great work! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[kwhizz]

Yes.....Yes....and yes........

[427TJ]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IM RARE</div><div class="ubbcode-body">like this http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/cvb-4.png </div></div>

&quot;THAT THING GOT A HEMI???&quot; LOL!!!

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 427TJ</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IM RARE</div><div class="ubbcode-body">like this http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/cvb-4.png </div></div>

&quot;THAT THING GOT A HEMI???&quot; LOL!!! </div></div>


That could be considered to be a full Blown &quot;Factory&quot; Restoration on parts of Long &quot;I&quot;land Nu Yawk!!

[Charley Lillard]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: napa68</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IM RARE</div><div class="ubbcode-body">how about a change in direction http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j77/Koolmagumn/crusin%20Kenosha/photochopped%20pictures/dfg-8.png </div></div>

You would be sure to get some press with that look! Start a new trend Ken! </div></div>

I actually like that one.

[kwhizz]

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/dhn.png

[IM RARE]

ya i like it that way better

[XXXGoldL34M20]

keep it simple-clean and fast.
that last look is nice.
side pipes belong on a corvette.

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body">


That could be considered to be a full Blown &quot;Factory&quot; Restoration on parts of <span style="color: #FF0000"><span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Long &quot;I&quot;land</span></span></span> Nu Yawk!! </div></div>


That's &quot;lawn guy land&quot; !!!

[kwhizz]

Corrected............LOL

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: x Baldwin Motion</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 69SUPERSPORT396</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> .....Man......I'm starting to hate the &quot;Mint&quot; cars..... </div></div>
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

The previous owner needs to see this thread.
</div></div>

as does the guy that promised to check out this car. it's boiling my eggs with every new development. wait til you get to the rust repair on the frame. check by front struts and rear trailing arms. I have had repairs in both those areas on 65 &amp; 66 big cars.
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/mad.gif </div></div>




Checked the frame out pretty closely.......Those area's were solid....but...I found a pencil sized hole in the outer frame rail in front of the drivers side rear wheel......started pecking on it and it started to grow.....LOL.....I ended up putting in a couple of small patches after getting to solid metal....I was going to bring the wire welder home from the shop ( my cars are now &quot;Banned&quot; from coming into the shop)but it didn't work out....and.....The Princess left her purse out and I bought a new 115 volt welder for the garage....Wow!! what a machine......Technoligy has come a long way....Zapped the patches in place....Good as new.....sprayed some undercoating and except for the color it's good as new....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04558.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04556.jpg

Also.....My mint survivor Grille had been smashed and straightened in it's past to where the bars would need some welding and straightening......It's the top grille in the pic's and it doesn't look bad in the pic, but, it's not of the quality I would put on the car after finishing.....So....I bought one off eBay that is perfect (lower grille in pic), but it still needs to be stripped,Bright Dipped and reanodized......$$$$ Love those Mint Nu Yawk cars...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04645.jpg

Also....I moved all the parts into the basement so I can sort thru and clean, paint, and detail for reassembly.......She's gonna be &quot;pissed&quot; when she go's down there....LOL...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04648.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04649.jpg

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http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04653.jpg

The fenders are now at the body shop and being worked on and the trunk lid is going tomorrow.....Getting close for whats left of the body to go there for repairs and finishing

[Xplantdad]

Neat Ken!! That purse gets left out a lot??? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[427TJ]

My wife's purse is my ATM. Grab a wad of cash and go.

[ORIGLS6]

Ken,
I didn't see a gas bottle. Is that a flux-core model?

I have an older Miller Cricket that I still use fairly often (in fact, I used it tonite to tack something on the hood of the '31). Handy as heck! I've thrown it in the back of the truck and done quick repairs on porch railings, basement window frames, exhaust pipes, .......... one of the best investments I ever made!

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: ORIGLS6</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ken,
I didn't see a gas bottle. Is that a flux-core model?

I have an older Miller Cricket that I still use fairly often (in fact, I used it tonite to tack something on the hood of the '31). Handy as heck! I've thrown it in the back of the truck and done quick repairs on porch railings, basement window frames, exhaust pipes, .......... one of the best investments I ever made! </div></div>


The Welder is a new Politically correct model........It go's both ways........It is flux core right now.....to switch to gas....add a bottle....change the welding wire and switch two wire in the machine and it's good to go....

[markinnaples]

Sorry you have to do all this work on a car that someone made some significantly false statements. Karma is not this guy's friend, lol.

Oh, and get a cover on the pool table!

[Mr.Nickey Nova]

Ken,
Tell the wife, that's what unfinished basements are for.

[kwhizz]

Dropped off the Deck lid at Puleras today.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04654.jpg

Fenders in the system waiting their turn

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04655.jpg

I rebuilt the lower fender mount on the passenger side and took the windshield out........what a surprise....the window channel was like the car was built yesterday......Dodged a bullet there....here are some pic's

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04656.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04657.jpg

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http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04661.jpg

I also got a call from Just Dashes today.....They are doing the dash pad next week..

[VintageMusclecar]

Updates man...we need updates! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[kwhizz]

I'm waiting to get the car into the Body Shop right now.....kinda in that limbo mode where not much is happening.....But....The car was undercoated since new but the drivers foot pan had some rust from the inside, it didn't go thru but it thinned out the metal.......so, I did the Rust removal thing from the inside but I didn't want to leave it the way it was......so.....I pieced out a replacement floor pan section and welded it in over the existing floor.....I painted and prepped between the two pieces and tacked it in......then I sprayed a can of Boeshield around and in between the seams......then I put seam sealer along the seam and painted the patch.......I didn't want to cut out the panel as it wasn't really that bad....just thin, and since the floor pan had the undercoating from new......I didn't want to deal with that mess
of making it match........Remember.......this is a &quot;Driver&quot;...and it will be lowered....so when I'm finished it's gonna get Dirty underneath......&quot;And&quot;.....Stay that way......LOL

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04682-1.jpg

The windshield frame is like the day the car was built.....absolutely no rust....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04683-1.jpg

Got the car out of the garage and into the trailer ready to go to the body shop.......Just waiting for the phone call

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04685.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04687.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04688.jpg

Gonna order Ridetech Coil Over suspension (tubular control arms etc.) that should lower the car a couple of inches and 4 wheels disc brakes......

[VintageMusclecar]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

Very cool...RideTech guys are great! We used their stuff for a few of the Polaris Rangers that we had (at the place I used to work at) <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[CC Rider]

Happy Halloween Ken! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: 69SUPERSPORT396</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Happy Halloween Ken! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif </div></div>


Yep!!.....She spends a day or two putting all that stuff out.......I just stay out of the way and don't help because I can't put anything out &quot;Correctly&quot;........(Without a lot of direction)....so....I just take a nap and stay out of trouble.....LOL

[92646]

I thought it was just me.
Mark Sheppard

[Charley Lillard]

Looks like about 8 more bolts and that body lifts right up off that frame....

[MosportGreen66]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looks like about 8 more bolts and that body lifts right up off that frame.... </div></div>

Please Ken...

with your level of detail, the thing would be knock out!

[Smokey]

And it would make it easy to put the Kore 3 brakes on like I talked Tim into on his. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[Marky522]

Ken, Let me start out (Again) by saying your work is Great! I was browsing LS1tech and came across your previous build and the car is Awesome! Then it was linked to this build, (took me 3 nights of reading for both!!) which you are yet again doing great work!

I am sorry about the car not being as advertised, but i also commend you on how you handled it! As car guys its easy to get our &quot;One Track Mind&quot; stuck on whatever we are trying to accomplish! But you stayed on tracgk for your goals and didnt dwell on it! And yes Karma is a BITCH! As long as you learned from the experience it isnt a loss!

I am working on my own project My Project Link (http://ls1tech.com/forums/conversions-hybrids/1391940-my-history-building-my-ls44.html)
definatly not on your level, i am slowly acquiring the tools to get to that point! There were certain things I didnt do because of cost to have it machined, I have been researching lathes, mills etc for the garage.

I saw your disapointment with the brake line flaring tool you had in your previous post, I have this one, honestly they look better than factory, and will do the male side of the GM quick connect, so you could do hard lines without an adapter! And you can add AN flare dies to it! Mine is Bluepoint, but is just mastercool rebadged!

Mark

Mark

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looks like about 8 more bolts and that body lifts right up off that frame.... </div></div>


Why would a guy want to take the body off the frame of a &quot;Mint&quot; survivor car.........Just say'in

[SS427]

Because some of us have a different definition of &quot;mint&quot;....

[napa68]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looks like about 8 more bolts and that body lifts right up off that frame.... </div></div>


Why would a guy want to take the body off the frame of a &quot;Mint&quot; survivor car.........Just say'in </div></div>

Yeah, you would mess up those mint stencils and chalk marks!

[jannes_z-28]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: kwhizz</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Charley Lillard</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looks like about 8 more bolts and that body lifts right up off that frame.... </div></div>


Why would a guy want to take the body off the frame of a &quot;Mint&quot; survivor car.........Just say'in </div></div>

Since you changed the bodybushings it's a question of definition, I'd say you have had the body off of the frame. Maybe not all bolts were off at the same time but the body has been separated from the frame IMHO.

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Jan

[kwhizz]

Stopped by the body shop today to see when they would be ready for me to bring the body there.....They are still busy but maybe towards the end of next week........I have plenty of time so it's not a big deal.......I ordered up the 4 wheel Brake system yesterday.......gonna order the suspension upgrades next week.....and I making a list of all the other &quot;Stuff&quot; I'm gonna need....Interior Kit, Weather Seal Kit...Bumpers should be coming back soon from the Plater...Dash Pad is finished and on it's way from Just Dashes.....They just had a couple of parts at the body shop prepped.......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04720.jpg

[kwhizz]

Still waiting for my &quot;Slot&quot; at the Body Shop.......Ordered all the Suspension stuff.....Front and rear Tubular control arms with Coil-overs in the front and lowered springs in the back.............This is the Boring part.....Waiting....232 Days......

[napa68]

that's when you lock yourself in the basement and clean all of those boring little parts. hard to do when you want to hang big cool parts.

MCACN ir right around the corner Ken!

[kwhizz]

Not Cold enough yet to start with the basement stuff........LOL

[kwhizz]

Some of the purchased parts are starting to show up.......After doing the LS Swap in the 37 Ford, I was very happy with the way the Fuel system worked out....I used the GTO fuel pump/sender assy..........the GTO set-up does not required a Pressure regulated return line as it is a self-contained unit.......So.....
The new fuel tank showed up today and I brought a Fuel pump down to figure it out..........

New Tank

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04774.jpg

Tank and GTO Pump assy.........LOL

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04779.jpg

Hummmm!!!!! Now I just need the Pump assy to fit....I don't need the float arm function as I will be using the stock Impala Fuel Gauge sender.....So.....We need to get it as compact as possible......

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04784.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04785.jpg

I am just going use the original top of the pump to seal to the yet to be fabricated flange that will be welded into the tank and for the internal pump harness plug to connect to the external harness....All the existing GTO gas tank venting will be removed and sealed off .......It seems that everything will fit with a small sump area added to the bottom of the tank.......Ahh!!!.......The Fun starts

Before and after.........

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04781.jpg


228 more days

[Xplantdad]

And the fun starts again!

[kwhizz]

Just got a call from Tri City plating......The Bumpers are finished and being shipped back.....The 4 wheel Disc Brakes are here, and the RideTech Coil over Suspension set-up just shipped out........Now....I need to get the Body into the Body shop.....But....they are still &quot;Slammed&quot;......Darn!!

[Smokey]

I guess its Karma telling you to pull those 8 bolts from the body to make that frame pretty! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[kwhizz]

So......I get home from the Body Shop.....Looks like another 2 weeks before the Body can get in......And i see a bunch of Boxes by the garage door......I check the front door and more Boxes........I almost got everything in the basement before she got home........as I'm carrying the last 5 Boxes in the basement she said.......&quot;Now I know why you have been vacuuming and washing dishes&quot;.........LOL.....I ain't afraid of her.....So......here's todays &quot;stash&quot;....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04789.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04790.jpg

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[70 Forest Green Zee]

You better hope she leaves her purse laying around unattended Ken so you can pay for all that stuff.......LOL

[Xplantdad]

It's Christmas in October... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[IM RARE]

sweeet you got a big basement oh boy all that stuff looks like fun

[IM RARE]

Tell Randy its time to hire more people if he has so much work !! power tour is not going to wait !!LOL

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: IM RARE</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Tell Randy its time to hire more people if he has so much work !! power tour is not going to wait !!LOL </div></div>


Yeah!!........This car will be a Breeze to put together compared to the push to get the 37 finished.......The unknown will be how many of the repro parts will not fit, but......I've been buying all the original GM parts I can find for the car off the internet.......And......The car should be at Pulera's in 2 weeks........I hope!!.....
By the way for those of you that followed the 37 Build......I now have about 10,000 trouble free miles on that LS powered &quot;Beater&quot;...

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/37%20Ford%20Project/Dells/DSC01595.jpg

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[Xplantdad]

That's great Ken!

[kwhizz]

Got another 2 cartons of &quot;Stuff&quot; today.......Had the Mint Survivor Bumpers straightened and replated......I sent them to Tri-City Plating in Kentucky.......I would highly recommend these guy's......they took out all the dents and the plating is perfect..........Reasonable pricing also.....

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a251/kwhizz/Impala%20Convert/DSC04796.jpg

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High Quality with reasonable prices..........Great Job Tri-City

[SS427]

Not too mention a quick turnaround!

[njsteve]

Tricity did the rear bumpers on both my T/A and the Charger. Great work and delivered exactly when they said it would be here. They are usually selling at Carlisle and they allow you to drop off your bumpers there, and save the shipping hassle of getting it to them. Usually a six week turnaround when they dont already have a core.

[CC Rider]

Tri-City did my Chevelle bumpers too, and they are holding up quite nicely! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[kwhizz]

Tricity is in Tennessee.......My Bad!!

[IM RARE]

that car has lots of Bumpers to put together WOW they look great

[kwhizz]

Well......Now we can get Serious.......Got a phone call from Puleras today to bring the car there.......

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In its new home for a while.....

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A picture of the owner of Pulera's..........Randy

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George , the Body guy that did the 37 Ford is going to do all the work on my Mint Survivor car also.......so....I'm sure he might be able to save the &quot;Beater&quot;......He already started on the doors .........

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Now ....After SEMA, I'll have ambition to get all the parts organized, detailed and be ready for reassembly.......

[RPOLS3]

Can't wait to see it all come together Ken !

Jake

[XXXGoldL34M20]

Thats a nice clean shop !!

[kwhizz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: XXXBlackLs6M22</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thats a nice clean shop !! </div></div>

Everything gets moved and washed down on Saturday.....even the walls.....LOL.....I was there one afternoon when they had a lift and a leaf blower cleaning the ceiling....High Standards......

[IM RARE]

thought you said body shop look more like a hospital LOL I know how he is

[Xplantdad]

Cool! Have a blast at SEMA!