Winter projects

[ss427copo]

Guys.....the clown is probably laffing his nutz off reading all the wasted effort into his http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/bs.gif ad!
Let's change the flow in here! (my 2 cents) How about some new posts??

Jeff http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gifx2

[MosportGreen66]

I'm really happy no one got hurt in the transaction... Lets move on...
Someone has to have a project going on... Hey Tony... post some info on that new SS396 Nova you're building.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[TDW]

All right Dan...It's on the road now. The 427 got 464 HP and 489 TQ. I think GM should have made one of these. It is fun. I put the rear end back in it with the arched springs. Sits a lot better now. Gotta get it cleaned up now. Can't wait for roads to clear up.

[jfkheat]

Tony, what is your engine combo? I am having a 427 built now for my Beaumont. I should be back on the road by the end of next week according to the guy doing my work.
James

[Alss]

I'm almost done with the interior of the COPO..carpet, kick panels..etc..seats come back on Tuesday next week..no more pictures though..gotta keep it something of a surprise http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif..leave it to a Jersey guy to really yank some chains!!!

ALbert

[WILMASBOYL78]

Gonna start working on my 70 L78 th400 car. Former street racer/drag car that is basically a stock L78 with a few upgrades. Has 4.56 gears, traction bars, Accel ignition, trans. cooler. Plan on adding headers, 163, 850 Holley, M&T valve covers. Needs a little TLC but should make a fun driver for shows and cruise nites. Trunk is full of vintage speed stickers from the day. Man does this thing shift fast with those gears....will try to post some photos in a couple of weeks.

wilma http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[jfkheat]

Al, do you know Bill Rose in Somerset? I just shipped a steering wheel to him today for his 68 Chevelle.

My new engine will be done next week. Here is my combo: 427 + .060 4 bolt block, 7/16 floating pin rods with Wiseco pistons with approx 10.3 to 1 compression, sq. port 840 (110 CC) cast heads with 2.19/1.88 Manley stainless valves, Crane Gold roller rockers, Crane hydraulic cam with 282 duration and 533 lift, Edelbrock RPM intake with an 850 Holley and 2" Hooker headers. This is going in my 68 Beaumont SD with a 400 trans with a 2500 stall converter and 3.42 posi rearend. What do you think of this combo? What would you guess the hp to be?
Thanks, James

[Alss]

Jame Yes I do know Bill..hes my neighbor and good freind..we travel all over going to car shows together..great guy!!..we have been talking about your wheel auction all week http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif..his 68 is real nice!!

nice motor combo for your beaumont..no guess on HP..but sounds like a good solid combo..best of luck with it.

ALbert

[Belair62]

OK I'll bite, but...start another thread with a different name...like winter projects or something

[Salvatore]

[ QUOTE ]
Gonna start working on my 70 L78 th400 car. Former street racer/drag car that is basically a stock L78 with a few upgrades. Has 4.56 gears, traction bars, Accel ignition, trans. cooler. Plan on adding headers, 163, 850 Holley, M&T valve covers. Needs a little TLC but should make a fun driver for shows and cruise nites. Trunk is full of vintage speed stickers from the day. Man does this thing shift fast with those gears....will try to post some photos in a couple of weeks.
WOW Tom, What has come over you? Headers, Traction bars, http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif M.T. valve covers, vintage decals!!! 4.56 gears! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif Did you drink tainted water? Does M know about these new visions? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

[camarojoe]

[ QUOTE ]
OK I'll bite, but...start another thread with a different name...like winter projects or something

[/ QUOTE ]

There Bob, i changed the name... now post some more pics of that Forest Green Deuce of yours! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Belair62]

Later I will...but I just came in from shoehorning this in !!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v140/Belair62/a%2064/tn409inside002.jpg


Stahls are a little tight but they don't touch anywhere !! !!!!!!!!
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v140/Belair62/a%2064/tn409inside004.jpg

[hvychev]

Forget about that darn car Bob!! I want to see them Deuce pics! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[SuperNovaSS]

The tighter the better!

[Belair62]

I could post a pic of the part you would have seen on Mannheim had you kept the Deuce !! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[hvychev]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[Xplantdad]

Lookng good Bob...keep the pics coming! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[TDW]

[ QUOTE ]
Tony, what is your engine combo? I am having a 427 built now for my Beaumont. I should be back on the road by the end of next week according to the guy doing my work.
James

[/ QUOTE ]

James...It's nothing fancy. I wanted a decent pulling pump gas engine.
512 2 bolt from a 69 Caprice.
.030 over TRW's cut down to 9.75 comp.
063 ovals with 2.19 and 1.88 minor port work and gasket match.Comp springs.
7/16 eagle rods
standard crank
comp XM 288H 12 cam 570 and 575 lift
Performer intake with a Pro-systems 950 double pumper
edelbrock fuel pump
comp roller tip rockers
2" hooker super comps

I am guessing your combo will do right at 500 Hp and 500 TQ.

[Chevy454]

jfk: Not that I'm any expert, but I'd guess your combo to be in the 475-500hp (flywheel) range...anyone got a Desktop Dyno program to run the numbers through?

And what's with everyone using the heavy 7/16 rods?

[olredalert]

--------Stahl's, the headers to have on any 409.........Bill S

[WILMASBOYL78]

Sam, no bad water just good bourbon! I'm an old hotrodder at heart just keep it quiet so no one knows http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif I'll post some pics and keep you up to date. Best to your son http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

wilma

[55chevy]

nice looking old truck motor Bob http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[NEW]

Hey

We are putting together a Nova, with a 482 Cui L88. 12,5 in compression, dynoed 603 HP, and about as much torque.

NEW

[NEW]

Engine

NEW

[MosportGreen66]

[ QUOTE ]
Engine

NEW

[/ QUOTE ]

Tony what a tease... post those pictures!

That what I'm talking about NEW!
Strut your stuff BBC... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[Belair62]

[ QUOTE ]
nice looking old truck motor Bob

[/ QUOTE ] So was a 396 ,427,454.. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[55chevy]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[TDW]

[ QUOTE ]
[ QUOTE ]
Engine

NEW

[/ QUOTE ]

Tony what a tease... post those pictures!

That what I'm talking about NEW!
Strut your stuff BBC... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

Dan..The sun is shining!! I can't post pics, but I will pull the Nova outside and take a couple shots and email them to you. OK?

[MosportGreen66]

I'm waiting.... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[TDW]

I think the pictures are on the way Dan.

[MosportGreen66]

[ QUOTE ]
I think the pictures are on the way Dan.

[/ QUOTE ]

Ask and you shall receive ... Tony's SS427 Nova... WOW!
This thing is stunning Tony... wheel/tire combo please...

It is so tastefully done, headers sticking out the bottom, license plate and even the "427" emblem...
The side trim, black top and black interior make this car POP! My hat is off to you Tony.

What a cool car. Plane and simple.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/mosportgreen66/4.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/mosportgreen66/3.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/mosportgreen66/2.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v441/mosportgreen66/11.jpg

[Salvatore]

[ QUOTE ]
[ QUOTE ]
nice looking old truck motor Bob

[/ QUOTE ] So was a 396 ,427,454.. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

[/ QUOTE ]Not quite Bobby! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/no.gif You handsome little Vienna you. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[WILMASBOYL78]

I don't get it..everyone is into Novas...Ahh, the lowly Chevy 2 finally arrives on the seen to an admiring crowd of musclecar fanatics.

Nice looking ride...how about bringing it to the Nova Nats??

wilma http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Belair62]

Ah you got me Sam...I forgot, all the truck engines were low compression !! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

T-Bone....nice little ride you got there bud http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Salvatore]

Tommy, Is that your yellow nova in the picture?

[Belair62]

Truck this Sam..

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v140/Belair62/a%2064/tn409inside005.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v140/Belair62/a%2064/tn409inside014.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v140/Belair62/a%2064/tn409inside017.jpg

[kwhizz]

[ QUOTE ]
Truck this Sam..

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v140/Belair62/a%2064/tn409inside005.jpg
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v140/Belair62/a%2064/tn409inside014.jpg

[/ QUOTE ]

Bob.......You're a spoiled Brat........Nice set-up......

Ken http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/youguysrock.gif

[Salvatore]

Bob, You don't have to sell me on that vintage stuff! Love the interior. Looks like original pattern. I am into it. Love the cut outs. Mufflers are to close though. What do you want for the fender cover?? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif Shes real fine my 409!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[MosportGreen66]

Man that is cool! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[55chevy]

looks like a sweet 63 Bob.. you gonna take me a ride in that down the strip a SCR9? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Belair62]

Sam that is the original interior minus the plastic seat covers !!! The mufflers are just for initial start up...I'll bring it to Iggy's and have them bend a system up if I need to. Ed it may not stay together for the whole summer.I plan on punding the crap out of it !!! OK SO WHAT ELSE IS EVERYONE WORKING ON THIS WINTER !!!!!

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
summer.OK SO WHAT ELSE IS EVERYONE WORKING ON THIS WINTER !!!!!

[/ QUOTE ]


My tan? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

Radiator, speedo cable, A/C, some detailing... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[DarrenX33]

Bob that looks awesome. I want to come over and see. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

No car projects for me this winter. Paying back the wife and working on some home remodeling. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

[MosportGreen66]

1972 Nova SS350 we picked up over the summer. 82,000 miles, 2 build sheets, M20 4-spd, smog, all there! Had to bypass the heater core because it is blowing smoke. I just bought all new hoses and hardware, heater core and related gaskets. In two weeks the car is heading to the restoration shop.

I was going to do a lot of the work myself but now I do not have the time. Its a real shame because most everything I need done is within my limits. He will paint the CL wheels, fix the heater core, install all new hoses, get rid of some bondo around the rear bumper, fix a drip in the gas tank, drop the tank to get the build sheet, fix the horn relay/horns, and get the radio to stop shaking. Then is off to the Hi-Po Speed Shop for a new front shaft kit, wheel alignment and idler arm. I should have it back in a month or so.

I would post some pictures but nothing has started now... just boxes of parts... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

[mnyenko]

1969 Nova SS winter project. Originally a 350/300 4spd CSilver SS black standard bench seat. Swap to 396 day two street machine. Spent much of its life in Des Moines IA area as a drag car. Earl



http://x402.putfile.com/2/5520340617-thumb.jpg (http://putfile.com/pic.php?pic=2/5520340617.jpg&s=x402)

[Belair62]

Cool Earl !!!

[Defbob]

My Firebird is almost finished, have 5 point harness, door panels and headliner left to install. I was doing a bunch of little burnouts then did a 3rd gear burnout in my driveway Thursday and attracted a local fire marshal. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

http://www.yenko.net/attachments/193417-BirdH.jpg

[DaJudge]

Car has been sitting since 79 with 11,000 miles, e-mailed Jack Seymour to get some survivor detailing tips. Thanks for the info Jack ! Car has some cool history that I will send to Bruce for a members rides piece.

As soon as the weather breaks I am finishing the garage walls and floors and getting a lift, it's getting tough to detail a car on your back !

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v639/L67WT1/BOSS%20351/100_2465.jpg

[Belair62]

Nice find Mike !!!!!!!!

[Xplantdad]

Can't wait for the pics Mike! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Alss]

OK I know I said no more pics but..what the h%$l.
ALbert

[Alss]

one more

[Stefano]

SR9 http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
SR9 http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

I agree SCR9! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Alss]

I second it..on the calendar!! cant wait to make a pass or two!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif

ALbert

[jbsides]

Does this fall in the category of "Winter Project"? "Cool" Camaro (http://www.autoblog.com/2006/02/22/coolest-concept-in-the-world-camaro-ice)

[Alss]

That is "cool" http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif Wish I was artistic like that!!

ALbert

[427TJ]

Jeff, my winter project was new floors for the kitchen and entry hallway. Three days start to finish. I even scored a new Makita 1/2" cordless driver for all the subfloor screws. A man can never have too many tools.
http://i12.photobucket.com/albums/a234/BE427TJ/NewFloor.jpg
Oh, and I'm working on getting a set of old 5-spokes for my Camaro for a little Day 2 makeover.

[Defbob]

Mine is almost done, just mounted the new front rims and NOS marker lights.

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2077000-2077999/2077152_156_full.jpg

[Defbob]

Engine, chassis, electrical, gauges, body, all done. Just need to install door panels and headliner.

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2077000-2077999/2077152_151_full.jpg

[Defbob]

I took my car out today to wash it. That's me in my car. My friend Tom, who owns Moparts.com, took the pictures.

Don't worry I am done posting in this thread. No more pictures from me.

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2077000-2077999/2077152_161_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2077000-2077999/2077152_162_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2077000-2077999/2077152_164_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2077000-2077999/2077152_165_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2077000-2077999/2077152_166_full.jpg

http://memimage.cardomain.net/member_images/1/web/2077000-2077999/2077152_167_full.jpg

[Seattle Sam]

Looks like it'll be a handful, Tim! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif