Tone Blue

[Nova Jed]

I haven't posted anything on here in a long time. I thought it was about time for an update of what I have been working on. I would like to thank again, all the restorers and experts, for their information and helpful photos. My cars would not be what they are today if it hadn't been for their time as well.

NovaJed

The latest.....
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/614249-R1-17-8A_018.jpg

[Nova Jed]

more..

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[Nova Jed]

The car is originally Glacier Blue, with a Dover White roof, and light blue guts. Ofcourse it was a 6cyl torque drive auto on the column. It did have the deluxe rocker moldings and bright window trim. The odometer has 44K, but not so sure about that?? There was so much rot in this car that I'm surprised the floors were in half decent shape.

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/614249-R1-16-9A_017.jpg

Nothing like rocker rot!

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/614249-R1-20-5A_021.jpg

That's right, both sides!

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/614249-R1-22-3A_023.jpg

Don't know why I buy this stuff????

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/614249-R1-18-7A_019.jpg

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http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_0646.jpg

[Nova Jed]

The car needed new rockers, quarters, inner and outer wheelhouses, drop offs, center trunk floor, pass side rear floor pan, two front fenders, a hood, deck lid, and rear tailpan behind the bumper. Oh, not too mention 18" of the rear frame rails, a rad support, and an upper dash panel.

Did I replace the whole car??? Sounds like it.

[Nova Jed]

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http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/2010-12-29193418.jpg

Complete with insert and hood tach hole.

[Nova Jed]

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http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1308.jpg

[Nova Jed]

I know that some of the pictures aren't the greatest, but I hadn't taken as many with this car as previous. Enjoy.

[Schonyenko2]

I believe someone is making that piece that goes under the tailpan where the bumper brackets bolt through to the frame. Nice metal work. Gonna be a cool piece.

[SS427]

Very nice job Jed. Thanks for the updates.

I found an NOS 8785408 taillight panel in Annie's stash........

[Nova Jed]

Thanks Ken. I got the panel, with pieces, from a Goodmark dealer near me. It fit rather nicely!

[x Baldwin Motion]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/2010-12-29193418.jpg



Complete with insert and hood tach hole. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif




hoochee Mama <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Nova Jed]

Progress pics.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1294.jpg

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[Nova Jed]

These all seem a little redundant, but hey, I'm only putting back what I found. Minus the disc brakes ofcourse. Those are not original.

[Salvatore]

very nice Jed. Looks like you are getting better with age! That car needs to come to the MCACN as a Day-2 cruiser. Do I see a resurgence of novas coming?

[Nova Jed]

Yea, Sammy. Im looking for some traction bars, an intake, and some shocks. Maybe some square flange four bolt headers?

[PxTx]

Looking real nice Jed! I can't get enough of the Nova's on this site. Looking for an intake? Dual Quads?

[Nova Jed]

Looking for an old Edelbrock dual plane single carb.

[PxTx]

Something like this?

http://www.hotrodauctions.net/ebay/TRM/4-15-09/060.jpg

Looks like they made a a few different configs. I found this link over on the H.A.M.B. and will cut and paste one fellows comments here&quot;

&quot;...I've delved into this a whole lot. I have in my shop a C3B, C4B and C3BX. The intake runner layout is different on my C4B than the other two. It has a pair of real short runners, and a pair of real long runners. The carb base is a 4-hole base.
The C3B and C3Bx have a divided 2-opening plenum, with the notch for the Holley 3BBL carb in the plenum divider. The high and low side of the plenum floors is opposite the C4B, and the runners are more equal in length. It's clear this is the version the Performer was patterned after.
HOWEVER, I've also seen pics of a C3B WITHOUT the notch for the plenum, and I've seen pics of a C4B with a divided plenum and evenly spaced runners.
In short, I've seen every combination of plenum/carb pad with each designation.

AND, I've seen all of them with the fill tube going out the right, or going out the left, with the T-stat housing going the opposite way.

On the C3B I've got, and the C3BX, the only difference I see is a couple of different ports up front for the heater hoses (drilled/tapped versus the boss is there but not drilled), but more importantly, my C3BX has the boss for a choke mechanism cast into it. My C3B and C4B do not have those, and I haven't seen any of the others since to compare.&quot;


Here is the link for those who want to poke around.

http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=375152

[Nova Jed]

Thats what Im talking about.

[SS427]

Doing a great job Jed. Keep up the good work as well as the picture posting. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Nova Jed]

Thanks alot Rick.

[mockingbird812]

Nice Jed. Looking downright purdy!! Keep us posted! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Nova Jed]

This shot is for you Ken!

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1333.jpg

As you can see in the picture, the re-pop piece isn't bad at all. Like I said before, it fit real well.

[Nova Jed]

More pics.
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1347.jpg

I never knew that linkage had that many pieces!


(Why couldn't this car have been an SS???)

[Nova Jed]

The gray primer is on its way out! Color photos to soon be on the way.

[Nova Jed]

Finally! Some color photos.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1348.jpg

The Column turned out very nicely.

[Nova Jed]

Some interior parts. My friends at the local PPG store have one heck of an eye when it comes to matching paint. Thanks again Marty.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1358.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1359.jpg

[Nova Jed]

The final work is done on the hood. Love that insert!

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1361.jpg

[Nova Jed]

And the trunk.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1363.jpg

[PxTx]

Now it is really starting to feel like spring. Can't wait to see you on the road! Lookd great man.

[Plowman]

Doing great job,keep it up Jed.I like the hood too.

[Salvatore]

Coming together Jed-I

[Schonyenko2]

I really like that hood. Who makes those?

[Nova Jed]

Ken, no one makes the hood that you can just put the insert in. That was a custom addition. But I will get you the info.

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Nova Jed</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ken, no one makes the hood that you can just put the insert in. That was a custom addition. But I will get you the info. </div></div>

Are you saying my NOS Corvette trim won't fit my Stinger hood? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

(Other than the obvious opening of the scoop?) <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif


<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif just one more reason to sell you this car <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[Nova Jed]

Chris, it will fit. You have to make it fit. I have about 14hrs into that hood alone.

[Nova Jed]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Schonyenko2</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I really like that hood. Who makes those? </div></div>

FiberConcepts Inc.
335 W. Bristol Road
Warminster, PA 18974

215-674-8990

www.FiberPartsConcepts.com (http://www.FiberPartsConcepts.com)

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Nova Jed</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Chris, it will fit. You have to make it fit. I have about 14hrs into that hood alone. </div></div>


&quot;Make it Fit&quot; is my middle name, a hammer in every drawer. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif

[Schonyenko2]

Thank you.

[shownoob]

Oh yes !!

[PxTx]

Excellent color choice!

Is there going to be a hood tach on this car? What's over on that side of the hood?

[Nova Jed]

No problem Schoney!

Oh yes Paul! 5500 RPM redline Pontiac hood tach! Still dont have that. Trying to get the one with the glass face instead of the plastic, but they only work with points??? I know I have one that works with my electronic distributor. When did the repros change that feature???

[PxTx]

Might be able to use one of those MSD conditioner boxes for the fix. What the heck, points aren't that bad anyways.

[Nova Jed]

At 12:30 am, I don't know if it was from all the fumes, but I thought this was a pretty cool shot. I was in a sea of Fathom Blue! Ha, no pun intended.....


http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1366.jpg

[Nova Jed]

Just so you guys and gals don't think that I did this all in one night, the body was painted Friday into Saturday morning. 3 am Morning that is. I lucked out and didn't get any bugs in the paint, but did get a couple runs. If I only had a booth!

[Nova Jed]

Here is one with the flash.
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1367.jpg

I want to give Dave Brunori, of Martix Automotive Systems, a HUUUGE thankyou for the paint for this car. Without his generosity, I don't think I would have gotten to paint it this quickly.

[VintageMusclecar]

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[Plowman]

Look's real good.

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Nova Jed</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1367.jpg

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I am digging that cup holder in the hood!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Xplantdad]

Jed...you are amazing. Keep up the great work!

[MosportGreen66]

Jed... is that a lighter blue painted roof?
Regardless, good work... You're talented!

[Nova Jed]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Plowman</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Look's real good. </div></div>
Thanks Paul! I hope that cheers you up.

[Nova Jed]

<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: Nova Jed</div><div class="ubbcode-body">
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1367.jpg

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I am digging that cup holder in the hood!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif </div></div>
Ha ha ha! That is my hole for the hood tach, when I get it.

[Nova Jed]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: MosportGreen66</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Jed... is that a lighter blue painted roof?
Regardless, good work... You're talented! </div></div>
Thanks and yes, that is Astro Blue over Fathom Blue. 70 colors but saw one in yard and thought is was a cool combo. Plus I have never seen a Nova painted like that. I checked the tag on the 70 yard car, and sure enough, it was code 28 25. This 69 all started because of that car. I just couldn't paint it back to Glacier Blue and Dover White.

[x Baldwin Motion]

too good not to share ASAP..... sorry Jed. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif


http://a4.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/207599_10150284600523289_667423288_9439044_4042124 _n.jpg
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[Nova Jed]

That's fine with me x. I have more to post, shortly.

[Nova Jed]

Ok, this may be a little redundant, but I am so excited about doing this Nova. I just can't wait until it's on the road and I'm sitting back enjoying the people and the car shows. RELAXATION!

So enjoy some pictures!

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1375.jpg

[Nova Jed]

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http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1379.jpg
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A little blurry, but it wasn't even nice out and look at me.

[Nova Jed]

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[Nova Jed]

I really couldn't show my spot welds until now. Yes, I did put them back in there.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1391.jpg

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http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1390.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1399.jpg

Those E/T Mags, Redlines and Black centers look awsome!

Although, most of this isn't final, I just wanted to get an idea of what it was going to look like. I will most likely wet sand the body again and re-buff?

[Xplantdad]

Jed...you should be proud! The Nova turned out great. You really have talent-so keep it up. Pretty soon you will have people lined up at your door! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

Looks great, can't wait to see it in person! Let's meet up at CeeGee's Burger Stand in Blandon - nice car cruise every other Saturday.

[Nova Jed]

Don't you worry about that Marlin...I will def. be getting some seat time in. I will make it a point to get this thing on the road by the end of June.

[Nova Jed]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Jed...you should be proud! The Nova turned out great. You really have talent-so keep it up. Pretty soon you will have people lined up at your door! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif </div></div>

As always Bruce, thank you very much!

[Schonyenko2]

That's very nice. I think that color combo works very well together. Impressive.
Make Marlin buy. Those CPAs make tons of money.

[Nova Jed]

Ken, all I could picture was an old lady with winged tipped glassed and white hair driving it. I don't think Marlin fits that description?? Ha ha! But that was until I put the mags on it. Wasn't so sure about the combo until I had it out in the sun with some of the chrome on it. Triple blue will definitely look good when it's complete.

Thanks Ken!

[mockingbird812]

<span style="color: #333399"><span style="font-weight: bold"><span style="font-size: 20pt"><span style="font-style: italic">Yowzaa</span> Jed! What a KILLER. Looks awesome!</span></span></span> <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/shocked.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Xplantdad]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Schonyenko2</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That's very nice. I think that color combo works very well together. Impressive.
Make Marlin buy. Those CPAs make tons of money. </div></div>

Good one Ken! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[m22mike]

Nice Jed, I am diggin' that two tone blue. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif

Mike

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Schonyenko2</div><div class="ubbcode-body">That's very nice. I think that color combo works very well together. Impressive.
Make Marlin buy. Those CPAs make tons of money. </div></div>

Good one Ken! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif </div></div>

Ha - look who retired early! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif Gotta help the next generation, so always glad to toss a few bucks for a fun night out. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[Plowman]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Jed...you should be proud! The Nova turned out great. You really have talent-so keep it up. Pretty soon you will have people lined up at your door! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif </div></div> x2 way to go,that is so cool.

[Woj]

Jed,

Nice work on the car. I really like the color combo.

My 69 300 deluxe Chevelle is glacier blue with white painted top, I was basically satisfied with that color combo until seeing your car. Now you've got me thinking. Great color choices.

Phil Woj

[Nova Jed]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif Thanks to all! Been a long year and the pay off is soon near.

Woj, I think the Dover White over Glacier Blue is nice. I had taken pics of a 69 at the Nova Nationals this past year, but I just couldn't do it. I just wanted to do something different. It's not an SS, so I figured why not? It appears that it's gaining popularity, even with myself. Who guessed?

[Nova Jed]

Updates coming very soon! I have been a busy young man!

[Nova Jed]

Here are some more pics.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1406.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1407.jpg

[Nova Jed]

These few photos are of the windshield wiper motor.
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1403-1.jpg
That is where the chrome sticker was.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1404-1.jpg

I'm pretty sure this was a date code???
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1409.jpg
The original sticker is back on.
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1408.jpg
And the 2A is back on.

[Nova Jed]

And some interior shots.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1411.jpg

[mockingbird812]

Wow Jed - nice attention to detail. Love the work on your WW motor! Keep them coming! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Xplantdad]

Agreed...looks great!

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Nova Jed</div><div class="ubbcode-body">And some interior shots.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1411.jpg </div></div>



is that a &quot;Sparkle&quot; wheel ? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

nice work Jed <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Nova Jed]

Thats a big 10-4 on that one x!

[Xplantdad]

Keep the pics coming Jed! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Nova Jed]

Trunk pics.
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1421.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1423.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1422.jpg

[Nova Jed]

Finished parking brake.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1428.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1424.jpg

[Nova Jed]

Repro dash bezel from J&amp;W Nova. This thing looks great and fits like a glove! I was really impressed with this piece. The paint could have had a little more gloss in it, but hey, they finally made a much needed part for the Nova for a change. My hat goes off to William from J&amp;W Nova for having it made.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1429.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Looking really good Jed!

[Plowman]

Keep up the good stuff Jed. Wow good stuff.

[Nova Jed]

Well, I have to admit some bit of defeat, man I hate that! Work is keeping me way too busy and the H-1 racing season has started with Webster Racing. There is a ton of work to do to their new boat and guess what? There is a lot of painting to be done before the first race. The race is July 4th weekend in Madison Ind. And I wanted to have it on the road by the end of June. Good things come to those who wait!

[Nova Jed]

I have to retract the last post. I am not defeated! Headliner is in and the back seat is done and some interior parts are installed. Gonna take it easy for a while and not rush it. Rome wasn't built in a day!

[Xplantdad]

Good for you Jed!!!

[firstgenaddict]

I do like that color combo Jed... IT is GREAT! Your attention to details is awesome as well, I love to see them restored correctly (overspray, runs on parts etc) even if they are done DAY II.

[Nova Jed]

Just some shots.
http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1441.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1439.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1440.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1438.jpg

[jasonL78]

Looking good Jed!

[Xplantdad]

Looking really good Jed!!

[SuperNovaSS]

Very nice! Keep up the good work and keep the pictures coming. Paint finish looks very flat. Do you still have finger prints after all the color sanding?

Jason

[Nova Jed]

Finger prints? No finger prints in that paint job. Just a little dusty from sitting in the garage for a month or two. Hee hee. But it didn't take that much to get out the orange peel. Needs a final buffing and some detailing.

[SuperNovaSS]

Sorry Jed,


I should have been clearer. I meant do you still have fingerprints on your fingers after all the sanding it must have taken to get the clear that orange peel free.


Jason

[Nova Jed]

Honestly, it didn't take me all that long to get the orange peel out with the Matrix clear. It is a nice high build clear. Buffs easily too and the price is great.

[Nova Jed]

Progress pics coming soon.

[Xplantdad]

About damn time <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1445.jpg

This side hasn't had much media attention. All glass is in and the vent window frames are on along with the painted top moldings and corners.

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1446-1.jpg

Same as passenger, minus the vent window. Repop frame broke after it was installed. I just tested the window and the welds broke on the frame. But, a new one is in it's place. Temporary rocker molding until the fender goes on.

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1442-1.jpg

The rear end. The &quot;non&quot; SS trim panel, and not the plastic one either.

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1443-1.jpg

Rear body to bumper seal with stainless staples. No glue, and I made the staples.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1444-1.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1447.jpg

Minor details of the two inspection marks that I had found on the oringinal trunk weatherstip, or atleast what was left of the original.

[Nova Jed]

Stay tuned!

[SS427]

Coming along nicely Jed. Nice detail and often overlooked one with the staples. Fun wasn't it.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

[jasonL78]

Jed looks great. I really like the 2 different colors. What did you do for your bright trim around the doors and quarter windows? Are they original or aftermarket. If original what steps did you use?

Jason

[Nova Jed]

Thanks Rick. I lucked out on the staples. The impact strip was so good that the original holes were still good. Just found the right size wire and bent up some stainless. I don't like gluing that strip on anyway.

Jason, they are repops. I would have rather used originals, but most of the other trim is too. Kinda hard to find good used originals. The other stainless had just been buffed out really well.

[WILMASBOYL78]

Good work...keep the photos coming.

wilma

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1488.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1489.jpg

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1487.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1482.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1490.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Looks great Jed!!

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1484.jpg

[VintageMusclecar]

Two thumbs up, looking GREAT! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Nova Jed</div><div class="ubbcode-body"> http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1484.jpg </div></div>


new weather stripping looks good, very dark in trunk. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Nova Jed]

Good one X! I tried to get a night shot of the gauges, but it didnt turn out so well.

[firstgenaddict]

I love it, very nice Jed.

[mockingbird812]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif that company should use your photo as an advertisement!

[Nova Jed]

Thanks James!

Which shot Sam? The dark picture?

[bbbenny]

Nice work Jed, You;ll be a star one day!Benny <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Nova Jed]

I have to say that I am very impressed with the amount of views that I have on this thread! I have been trying to get more pictures of progress, but as some may know, I'm laid off, the weather hasn't been the greatest in PA, and finding the right parts to complete my vision is tough. All of you have had very positive things to say about the work that I have done. I APPRECIATE all of it, because without All of you, in the hobby or industry, this car would not be what it is. So, from me, NovaJed, I thank all of you!

It truly has become more about the friends than the actual cars.

[x Baldwin Motion]

I might have a winter work project for you.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

[Xplantdad]

Keep it up Jed...

Work will come. It took a while for me as well <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Nova Jed]

Chris, I would love to spray Patinamobile, but IF I were to take on any work, I'd have to do the Plowman's daughters's car first. He had mentioned it already. I need to take some peoples advice and liquidate the garage! If I had a place to put Tone Blue, I'd do some work on your cars. Kinda stuck at this point? You should see how packed the 30x40 is! All my fault.

On a sidenote, Bruce, at this point, I hope I get a permanant layoff so I can head right back to school and finish my degree! That is my best option!

[1968ChevyIISSL48]

Hi Jed, I'm new here @ SYC. I just finished looking through you post. Very nice job! That color combo is awesome. Keep up the good work. Jim

[Nova Jed]

Welcome Jim! And thankyou very much! I could write a book about how I was introduced to this site, but that would be a long one. I have always loved cars and enjoyed others dreams. So, in turn, I am just sharing a dream with the rest on this site. My cars may not be rare, but its fun to share pictures and knowledge with the many men and women on this site. I have met a lot of great people on here.

This car is approaching two years of work on a limited budget. I'm getting anxious! Have a few setbacks, but I will get it done.


Jed

[Nova Jed]

pics

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1600.jpg

[http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1601.jpg

img:center]http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1628.jpg[/img]

[Xplantdad]

Looking good Jed! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Nova Jed]

Update. Been busy restoring wheels, searching for the right parts and learning what works and doesn't work. Found out that I need to have my heads checked out for the motor. Seems that one valve is a bit lower than all the others. I will be calling Pete Suriano for that one. So many guys in my area have recomended him. Drag racing and dirt track alike!

Most of the hard work is done and now begins the expensive part!

Stay tuned!

[PxTx]

I think Pete will tell you that it ain't so easy fitting those fuelie heads on a 396. What is next Hurst Auto-Stick on the floor? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[Nova Jed]

I know it has been a few months, but progress is being made again! Pictures to come soon.

[Plowman]

All ways looking good.

[Nova Jed]

The side that hasn't had any air time!

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1804.jpg

[Nova Jed]

Passenger side inner fender. I used stainless steel mechanics wire to reproduce the staples. The driver's side was done the same way.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1797.jpg

[Nova Jed]

Heater blower installed with undercoating around the motor. That is the factory paint on the motor as well.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1799.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1800.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1801.jpg

[Nova Jed]

This is a poor shot, but I wanted to show the &quot;factory&quot; sealant on top of the blower motor cover. &quot;BlackJack roof cement&quot;

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1807.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1805.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1806.jpg

[Nova Jed]

And the Pontiac Hood Tach. I made my own gasket out of rubber roofing material.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/100_1810.jpg

[bbbenny]

Thats fine work going on there young man! Keep up the good work. BBBenny <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[mockingbird812]

Jed,

Looking very nice! Of course you will have to revise your redline on that Pontiac hood tach! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

[1968ChevyIISSL48]

Looking very good Jed, Brings back memories to the 68 I tore apart to fix up my SS in 1989. It was a tough decision, I remember it well. But back in the day we didn't have the panels we do today. It had the same color combination as what you chose. I now regret doing it but there are many of us who have regrets in what we did. I don't even have a picture of it. I even &quot;donated&quot; all the left over parts to NNN after I took what was needed for the SS.

[1968ChevyIISSL48]

Reading's not that far away. I'll have to come on up to check it out sometime. I'll be in Adamstown Monday night to buy my wife a car. (tomorrow) Jim

[Nova Jed]

Jim, I welcome anyone to stop by and check it out. I have put a lot of time and effort into this car and would love to share it with anyone interested in it. It's far from my idea of perfect, but I love to do it. I'm still &quot;green&quot; and learn everyday. It's 3/4's of they way done and I'm itching to get it out!

Shoot me a message and I'd be more than happy to show you my car.

Jed

[Nova Jed]

Motor has been fired up tonight for the first time. Ran like a top on initial start up! Not bad for a 40+ yr old Mallory dizzy and coil. I believe this motor will run nicely.

[Plowman]

That is a 40+ old Rev Pol dizzy.

[Nova Jed]

Yes Paul. 40+ yr old dizzy. It is a vacuum advance dual point dizzy to boot. So far, everything works good!

[bbbenny]

Jed, Less time on the site! And more time in the garage, and the car would be done? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gifBBBenny

[Nova Jed]

Ha ha Bbbenny! I do my best work from the site! All you guys have great knowledge! Plus my motor is broken in outside the car. Look for a video soon.

Jed

[Xplantdad]

Here's Jed's engine running... <object width="425" height="350"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/-EBIu0VHi2I"></param> <param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param> <embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/-EBIu0VHi2I" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"> </embed></object>

[Nova Jed]

Thank you so much Bruce!

[Xplantdad]

You're welcome sir!

[Nova Jed]

I owe you!

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Here's Jed's engine running... <object width="425" height="350"> <param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/-EBIu0VHi2I"></param> <param name="wmode" value="transparent"></param> <embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/-EBIu0VHi2I" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" wmode="transparent" width="425" height="350"> </embed></object> </div></div>



very cool Jed, uncork that mutha <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Nova Jed]

Just an update. Been taking the time to get the little details right with the car. Had some time to play with some distributor tuning and think that I have it curved in. Since I can do that now. Thanks to bergy and Plowman. I decided to drop my Rev Pol into the car and use the switch and coil. The front end should be buttoned up shortly. Can't wait until the Nova actually has a grill again.

I know I need to get some pictures up, so please bear with me.

Jed

[jasonL78]

Yes we need more pictures!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Plowman]

I like it Jed,sounds fast.

[Plowman]

Nova Jed clean out your pm box.

[mockingbird812]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Nova Jed</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Just an update. Been taking the time to get the little details right with the car. Had some time to play with some distributor tuning and think that I have it curved in. Since I can do that now. Thanks to bergy and Plowman. I decided to drop my Rev Pol into the car and use the switch and coil. The front end should be buttoned up shortly. Can't wait until the Nova actually has a grill again.

I know I need to get some pictures up, so please bear with me.

Jed </div></div>

Hey Jed,
Spill the beans. Do you have the wiring and function of the rev pol coil, dizzy, and switch figured out? Lets see some fotos! Thanks

[Nova Jed]

Sam, I think I have figured out what it does? The switch is there to give the coil a full 12 volts. The way that its wired into the ignition circuit would indicate that with the switch in the street position, voltage steps down through the resistor and in the strip position, it bypasses the resistor and goes straight to the coil. Hence the warnings of only having it in the strip position while at the races.

I have realized mounting the coil to the firewall isn't as easy due to the automatic dipstick. That dipstick took my sweet spot!!! I wasn't thinking with my dipstick!

[mockingbird812]

Good stuff Jed, that makes sense. Post some pix once you install that bad-boy system! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Nova Jed]

Everything on the car has a blue hue. I'm not sure you will see it??? Ha

[Nova Jed]

Ladies and gentleman, I am nearing the end of an almost 5yr build and I'm coming down to the wire! Just getting the last few final details for the car. I have not installed tje Rev-Pol switch and coil, the exhaust, front seat (out to be recovered), rear end and traction bars. When I finally take the time to post pics, there will be a lot to look at! I just wish I could post pics on here from my phone!

Oops and the Tow tabs need to go on too! Didn't forget you pxtx!

[mockingbird812]

<span style="font-size: 14pt">Can't wait Jed. That rev pol stuff is gonna be real cool! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif</span>

[Xplantdad]

Cool stuff Jed!

[x Baldwin Motion]

git r done!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[Nova Jed]

Its out of the garage under its own power!!!!! Just pulled it out tonight!

[Xplantdad]

Cool...pics please!

[Nova Jed]

Bruce, I would have to email them to you or if you could take them from my facebook?

[Xplantdad]

I can get some from your Facebook!

Edit, here's one from Facebook...

[6pakdave]

Hey Jed,
I noticed you have the hood scoop insert on your stinger hood! I have just purchased a fibre repop hood for my 72 Nova and like the look of the insert. So does the Vett repop insert install OK?

cheers Dave

[Nova Jed]

It takes quite a few hours to get it right. About 40+ all said and done.

[PxTx]

Looking good! Plenty of time to get it ready to drive to the SLS at Carlisle. It would be cool if we tried to fill the parking lot like an old Muscle Car hang-out!

[Nova Jed]

Thanks Bruce!

[Xplantdad]

You are welcome Jed!

[SuperNovaSS]

Jed,


The carb looks amazing! Well done.

Jason

[x Baldwin Motion]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I can get some from your Facebook!

Edit, here's one from Facebook...

</div></div>

awesome Jed, what are your wheel tire size combo <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2013/06/full-2847-5081-nova_jed_tone_blue.jpg

[Plowman]

Looking Good and soo cool.

[Nova Jed]

Maybe have put the Cart before the Horse, but these are some older pictures.


http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/2012-05-2918_08_39.jpg (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/NovaJed/media/2012-05-2918_08_39.jpg.html)

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/2012-05-2918_31_52-1.jpg (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/NovaJed/media/2012-05-2918_31_52-1.jpg.html)

[Nova Jed]

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/Rear.jpg (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/NovaJed/media/Rear.jpg.html)

[Nova Jed]

Some more pictures.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/Driveshaft.jpg (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/NovaJed/media/Driveshaft.jpg.html)

Driveshaft finished.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/Shaftmarks.jpg (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/NovaJed/media/Shaftmarks.jpg.html)

The stripes on the driveshaft as they appeared before I painted it.

I just love this shot!

Thanks again Sammy!

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/WheelsnBars.jpg (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/NovaJed/media/WheelsnBars.jpg.html)

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/Novaout2.jpg (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/NovaJed/media/Novaout2.jpg.html)

Little blurry for some reason?? Kinda cool looking.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/Novaout.jpg (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/NovaJed/media/Novaout.jpg.html)

Mocking things on the engine and firewall. Testing fitment of brake lines and mastercylinder.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/Engine.jpg (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/NovaJed/media/Engine.jpg.html)

[mockingbird812]

Sharp Jed. Keep 'em coming! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Nova Jed]

The rear end.

http://i270.photobucket.com/albums/jj88/NovaJed/NovaRearend.jpg (http://s270.photobucket.com/user/NovaJed/media/NovaRearend.jpg.html)

Not long now and it will soon be finished. Still don't have the front seat and its been atleast two months. UGH!

[Plowman]

Look's sooo good and cool.

[Nova Jed]

I took care of some Gremlins over the weekend and took the car for a short jaunt in the neighborhood. Had her sideways with a quick stab of the gas. Partly because of the redlines, I think? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

The Rev-Pol switch is in and functions as I had thought. The more I rev the gas in strip mode, the brighter the light gets. When I let off the gas, it pops through the exhaust. It does not do that in the street mode. So I guess it has a little extra spark that's jumping across the points?

And a factory style 4 blade fan keeps the temp rather well, ideling with a few passes up and down the driveway ofcourse.

Anyone have any problems with a retro or repro radio? Bought one last year at Maple Grove Super Chevy last year. Tested it out in the car and everything was fine. Now all of a sudden, I can't even get the thing to turn on. I just get a blip of the blue L E Ds and that's it.

[mockingbird812]

Good up date. Glad to hear the rev pol system is working as planned.

[Nova Jed]

Bump

[Plowman]

Can't wait to try my Rev-Pol.

[Nova Jed]

Me either!

[Fast67VelleN2O]

Nice work! Good seeing you this weekend Jed.


-Matt

[Nova Jed]

Thanks Matt. Good seeing you as well.

[PxTx]

Okay, the next time you guys see each other this Tone Blue Nova better be on the road! Updates? Pictures of black marks left on the road?

[Nova Jed]

I smell something burning, but it's not rubber. It may be a plan!

[Craig_Maiorana]

That is such a groovy paint combo .... Killer look <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif what motor / trans combo?

[Nova Jed]

From what I remember decoding on the block, it was an 81 Camaro 350 4brl, 2 bolt mains. It was given to me when I was 10 by my uncle. The block was decked, bored .030 over. The heads were cut .014. New valves, springs, and guides. Flat top hypereutectic pistons, cast crank, -.010, rods, -.010. The cam is a .462 .469 lift. Double roller chain. Assembled by myself and my father. Machine work was done at a shop. Older Edelbrock valve covers and a c3b intake with a 600 Holley, Mallory Rev-Pol dual point ignition system. I rebuilt and set up the distributor as well. White ceramic coated Hooker headers.

The trans is out of a 76 Vette. Turbo 350. That trans was originally in my first Nova. Blew that up the night before my senior prom. Had it ever since. I took the whole thing apart first, just to see what damage I had done. Turned out to be a band and clutches. That was sent out to be rebuilt and checked. 1400rmp tci torque converter. No shift kit at the moment.

The rear is an 8.5 out of a 72 Nova that I upgraded to a 3.42 Eaton Posi. I rebuilt that and set that up myself. And a set of Lakewood slapper bars.

Too many of the guys know on this site that I am an alignment and exhaust system away from getting it on the road. It's been a 5yr labor of love and enjoyed juuuust about every minute of it. I met a lot of great people along the way and I still am. You all know who you are so far! I hope to meet many more.

[Xplantdad]

You go Jed-I! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

Jed's got other irons in the fire but that's his news to break here....

[Xplantdad]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: x Baldwin Motion</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Jed's got other irons in the fire but that's his news to break here.... </div></div>

I wouldn't know what you're talking about! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[Plowman]

Jed is all ways good to talk too.

[Nova Jed]

Just a quick update. Sold my Orange 70 Nova two weeks ago. Had to let her go.

The exhaust on the car will be buttoned up this week. It's a 2.5 in Flowmaster American Thunder Transverse system that I installed in a weekend. Quick note, if you ever install one of these systems, make sure the H-pipe is installed in the right direction. Bends in the H-pipe must point down towards the ground. The install instructions did not have that listed. A quick phone call to Flowmaster was well worth it. Even the tech on the other end noted that they neglected to mention this important piece of info. I also used the original type exhaust hangers to hang the pipes up over the axel. My car was never a dual car, but I put nutserts in just because I hate taking the backseat out to get at nuts and bolts.

As I am not a dual exhaust out the back kind of guy, I borrowed an original GM 69 Nova exhaust tip from bbbenny and copied the tips. At the moment, I am going to make them work for that subtle stock look.
So far, everything fit up nicely and it still has that rumble I was looking for.

Come on warm weather!

[PxTx]

Really looking forward to seeing the car in person. Guess it's time for a new signature pic?

[Nova Jed]

I can't change my Avatar just yet. She was with me for 15yrs. Learned a lot from that car.

[YENKO DEUCE REGISTRY]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Nova Jed</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I can't change my Avatar just yet. She was with me for 15yrs. Learned a lot from that car. </div></div>

Is that the car you had at the track about 10 years ago, Maple Grove, Friday night, I had my Yenko, met in the staging lanes?

[Nova Jed]

Marlin, that is the one. Sold it to one of the Rubright's.

[Xplantdad]

Sad to see it go...but now you move to the next project!

[Nova Jed]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-4626-11265-1398379181678.jpg

Ok,now this is very cool to be able to take pictures with my phone and post them. Awsome!

[Nova Jed]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-4626-11266-1398379493652.jpg

Oh Boy! Watch out now.

[Nova Jed]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-4626-11267-1398379764699.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-4626-11268-1398379931165.jpg

[Nova Jed]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2014/04/full-4626-11269-1398380105908.jpg