New project coming along

[Bill Rose]

This is the Orange L-78, 69 El Camino I recently picked up. It finally stopped raining around here and I was able to get it out of the trailer and into the garage on Fri. By the end of the day today (Sat) the body was ready to pull off the frame. The car has a 350 small block in it now, but will have it's numbers matching 396-375 under the hood, when this project is complete. More pic to follow.

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/camino_home.jpg
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/body_ready.jpg
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/int_out.jpg

[shor]

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

[Postsedan]

Bill,

Very nice! By the looks of it your extremely ENERGIZED to get this project rolling....I would had done exactly what you did in pulling her all apart right away. A very exciting project. I wish I was there to see it in person....and of course give you a helping hand.

The floor looks very solid....are those the original front springs? Does it have tach and gauges? Black vinyl?

Dan.

[Xplantdad]

Boy Bill...you wasted no time getting started. Reminds me of someone else I know...our global picture dude! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[Bill Rose]

Thanks for the relpys guys, but it's been brought to my attention (on Team Chevelle) that perhaps I didn't word the discription very well and the the car was being misrepresented. I'd just worked on the car for 14 hours.

A previous owner stuck the small block and 3 speed trans in the car years ago and saved the original 396-375/M-20. The block/trans came with the car, although they both need parts and a complete rebuild, as well as the original rear. Actually, I just bought a complete rebuilt trans from a friend. I just have to put all the patrs from that trans into the original and that will be good to go. Most of the engine parts are on their way, and the rear should be finished in a week or so. Thanks for the replys guys. I'll post pics, as progress proceeds, if the folks are interested.
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[Woj]

Good luck Bill, I'll be interested in watching your progress with the project.

Phil Woj.

[StriperSS]

You bet we're interested. Threads dedicated to restoration progress are my favorites, and I'm sure others will agree.
John

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
Thanks for the relpys guys, but it's been brought to my attention (on Team Chevelle) that perhaps I didn't word the discription very well and the the car was being misrepresented.

[/ QUOTE ]

Ignore the the one guy who has no clue on Team Chevelle http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[x Baldwin Motion]

"I'll post pics, as progress proceeds, if the folks are interested."

you bet we are !! great looking project, good luck http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

post lotsa' pics http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[kwhizz]

Love those Winter Projects..........Keep the Pic's coming Bill...........

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

[Fast67VelleN2O]

Every single person on team chevelle loves to call everything a "clone" or tell someone they are misrepresenting something. Just ask those clowns what kind of Chevelle they have.....

[mockingbird812]

Bill,

This "truck" is worthy of your terrific talents. Looking forward to your progress thru the winter. Thanks for sharing!

[Donnie]

[ QUOTE ]
Every single person on team chevelle loves to call everything a "clone" or tell someone they are misrepresenting something. Just ask those clowns what kind of Chevelle they have.....

[/ QUOTE ]

not true im on there

[ORIGLS6]

Keep us entertained Bill. Most of us get bored over the winter months and look forward to seeing how REAL car guys spend their free time. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Bill Rose]

Thanks for all the encouragement guys. I'm gonna need it. This will be one of the more challenging projects I've every attempted in my lifetime, and I built my house when I was 22. Started fabricating a dolly to put the body on. Should be ready to go by the weekend. I hope to get the body off the chassis, and on to the dolly Sat or Sun. Heres a shot of tonights progress.
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/dolly.jpg

[Postsedan]

Bill,

Nice dolly, the larger caster will provide easy travel....good choice.

Keep them pics coming

Dan.

[Bill Rose]

A couple pics from a few busy evenings. Next, I want to get the body on the dolly I built, then strip the chassis down so the frame can go to the sand blaster.


http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/100_1435.jpg
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/chassis3.jpg

[mockingbird812]

Very nice, Bill. Pls pass the popcorn! Just like watching a fire .... very mezzzzzzzzzzzzmerizing! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Rixls6]

You aren't wasting any time. Lookin' goooood.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif
Do you check the frame over for factory paint marks before you blast it, or am I being too fussy?

[Bill Rose]

Here's the results of a couple more late nights. The El Camino frame is striped and ready to be blasted, and the dolly is finished. The body should be on the dolly this weekend.
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/frame_striped.jpg
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/dolly_done.jpg

[Casey Marks]

Screw the pickup..... CHECK OUT THAT DOLLY !!! <jk> http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

Looks like a great project to start with ... and an awesome driveline combo to boot !! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Musclecarkid]

Bill, Please post a cost and material list along with dimensions to build a cart for my 70 ragtop. I know Albert has the Chevelle dolly so you'll have to ask him for the info. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[wheelhop]

[ QUOTE ]
Every single person on team chevelle loves to call everything a "clone" or tell someone they are misrepresenting something. Just ask those clowns what kind of Chevelle they have.....

[/ QUOTE ]

I take offense to that comment. Lot of good guys on Team Chevelle

[Nova Jed]

How well does that tile hold up in your garage, Bill? I wanted to put that in mine but I do a lot of body work and paint and would not want to mess it up totally.

[Bill Rose]

[ QUOTE ]
How well does that tile hold up in your garage, Bill? I wanted to put that in mine but I do a lot of body work and paint and would not want to mess it up totally.

[/ QUOTE ]
I'm happy with the tile. I do woodworking so it's good for sweeping saw dust. The two things it can't take is the floor jack and jack stands. I have 1/4" plywood I use under them, then it's no problem. I also don't get it wet much. Not sure that would be good too often. Body work won't hurt it, but you wouldn't want to hose it down to paint.

[Nova Jed]

Well, I guess I will deal with the bare concrete.

[Bill Rose]

The frame and rear housing are blasted. Some minor rust pit filling and it should be ready for paint next week. All the rear rebuild stuff (posi unit, bearing/seal kit, axles, gears) is here, and ready to go. That should be finished next week too.
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/frame_blasted.jpg

[tabooo]

Nova Jed,You can sand your floor w/24" floor sander 40 grit then stain/seal,it will look like terrazzo.

[Nova Jed]

There is enough dust in there already. Its all from two cars. The sucker is getting broken in.

[Nova Jed]

It looks like you arent wasting any time!

[Bill Rose]

Quick update: The frame is in primer as well as all the control arms. Top coat tomorrow. I'm just about ready to start reassembling the chassis. The rear is all rebuilt and painted too.
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/frame_painted1.jpg
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/rear_painted.jpg

[njsteve]

Bill, you beter slow down or you're going to finish this car before winter and then what are you gonna do for the next 4 months? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Alss]

[ QUOTE ]
Quick update: The frame is in primer as well as all the control arms. Top coat tomorrow. I'm just about ready to start reassembling the chassis. The rear is all rebuilt and painted too.
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/frame_painted1.jpg
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/rear_painted.jpg

[/ QUOTE ]

damm thats a nice shop!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif

[Postsedan]

Thought it looked familar....Al and Bill great work. But give us better pictures.....use the zoom option on your camera.... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif We like to see the detail up-close.

Dan.

[Bill Rose]

Update on ElCamino resto: Here's the progress from the past 2 weeks. Just about finished with the chassis. Should be getting disc brake parts back from plating this week, and that should finish it up. . The wheels are ready for blasting and re-paint. Then on to body striping, and metal work.


http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/chassis_done.jpg

[Nova Jed]

Bring on the BODY! Nice frame by the way. What shade of black did you use for that?

[MosportGreen66]

What Natural cast did you use?
Looks awesome.

[kwhizz]

Great Job Bill......... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif


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

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
Great Job Bill......... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif


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

[/ QUOTE ]


Agreed...WOW! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/drool.gif

[Bill Rose]

Thanks guys! Jed, I used Plasti-Kote Cast Finish. I like it. It has a slight sheen to it. I think it looks more like cast iron than some of the others.

[Nova Jed]

Is that for the frame or the rear? I am looking for a black to use on my Nova subframe. I want to get it close to what was used originally as far as the sheen goes. I used the stuff from Eastwood already and it seems too shiny. Maybe some of the Yenko crowd has some suggestions as well? Thanks for all the pictures and future info Bill.

[Bill Rose]

Got the chassis finished, so I spent a few evenings re-doing some of the interior pieces like the kick panels, rear side panels, dash and gauges etc.. I won't need them for a while, but they're done, and ready to install when the time comes.

Here's the before and after of the refurbish the console project.

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/console2.jpg

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/console_2.jpg

[Bill Rose]

Quick update for some of you stuck inside with cabin fever. Got the NOS air shocks (thanks Greg) and air lines installed.

Got the wheels painted (what a pain in the a$$) and 5 new G-70-14 redlines. I installed the u-joints on the drive shaft last night. Front end/disc brakes are finished. Many interior parts are re-done and ready to go back after paint. Some of the engine brackets, PS, etc, parts are done. Everything in the rear end is finished. Motor is next. Then on to the body work when I get some real energy going

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/fin_front.jpg
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/fin_rear.jpg
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/fin_steering.jpg

[Nova Jed]

Beautiful job! I still want your floor though! Wanna swap? Body for subframe. I'd do the body work and you can do my frame????? Umm half a frame anyway. LOL Bring on the body!

[kwhizz]

Bill.........Great Job..............Look'in Good http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif


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

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

[firez]

Keep the pics coming. Great looking restoration work.

[njsteve]

Very nice. Glad to see someone else's project progressing more rapidly than my Neverending Story. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Bill Rose]

[ QUOTE ]
Beautiful job! I still want your floor though! Wanna swap? Body for subframe. I'd do the body work and you can do my frame????? Umm half a frame anyway. LOL Bring on the body!

[/ QUOTE ]

Any time Jed. I can have the body there in 2&1/2 hrs, I'll bring your 1/2 of a frame home and have it back to you in a couple weeks. As long as you have the ElCamino is painted by then.

Steve, ya just have to go out there every night and get something done, no matter how much you wanna play on the computer. . I was outside in my driveway on New Years eve, spray painting new u joints under the flood lights when it was 25 degrees outside. The neighbors thought it was a little strange when they came home, but their used to this kind of thing. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[Postsedan]

Looking Great Bill....I saw your El Camino quarter panel from Greg Cullum at Jim Hanke`s house...it`s a very nice piece. Keep the pictures coming.

Dan.

[Nova Jed]

As long as it's stripped! LOL It took me seven weeks 5hrs a night and 32hr weekends to do my buddy's 71! I wish I had the before pics of that beast.

[The Dude]

awesome work.

[mockingbird812]

Bill,

Terrific and inspirational work! G70s are pretty rare on a '69 aren't they? Thanks for keeping us posted. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif



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[92646]

I just found this post by Bill. It warms my heart seeing this car come together after all these years. This car is real and it will be perfect when Bill is done with it. I saw this car 25-30 years ago about 400 miles away from where I live now. The kid at the time had just bought the car from the second owner a few days before he ran out of gas in front of my house. I was the person that pointed out all the special things about the car including the big Holley carb. I told him to be prepared to put allot of gas in the car because of the L-78 motor.
Mark Sheppard

[Bill Rose]

Thanks for sharing that story Mark. We tend to forget these cars are 40 years old and have some history behind them. Who would have thought, 30 years ago, that someone running out of gas in front of your house, would be discussed on this internet thing in 2008

Couple progress pictures. Been taking parts out of storage containers, and blasting, repainting, rebuilding, etc. Some parts needed rebuilding like the steering column, brake/clutch pedals, etc. The seats have simply been sat in way too much. I striped them down and replaced all the springs. They will be recovered sometime before they're needed. I starting to run out of parts to redo. I guess thats a god thing, but it also means I can't put the body work off much longer. I have a quarter panel coming. ( thanks Greg Cullum/Jim Hanke) Still looking for a good right side door/or skin (HINT).

Anyway, just thought I'd post these pics before the chassis and all the finished parts are put into a car bag (thanks Albert for the extra car bag) and stored till the body is finished and can be reunited with the chassis.

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/parts_2.jpg

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/parts_1.jpg

[Nova Jed]

WOW! Look at all those parts. I'm doing the reversal of you Bill. I almost have all of the bodywork done on my Nova shell and it's time to start working on the small stuff. Maybe a week or two? So what did you do to that driveshaft?

[Bill Rose]

Jed, I didn't do anything special to the drive shaft. I removed the old u joints, blasted the drive shaft and the yoke, then primed and painted the drive shaft with a stainless steel paint. The yoke was painted with cast iron paint. Then I installed new u joints, somehow, without scratching anything http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif I was thinking of having the drive shaft polished and leave it natural steel, but it's gonna be sitting for a while, so I didn't want to take the chance of rust devolping. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif

[Nova Jed]

That is one thing that I haven't decided on yet. Wether or not to paint the shaft or have someone else clean it up like polishing. I'd have to have one made or find a good used one. The one that was in my car looks like an old piece of exhaust pipe. Yea, it's that rotted and pitted. The only things that are good are the ends. I saw in another post that there was a driveshaft resto place, but I know they wouldn't want that thing. I hear you on the rust issue. I have to take of pic of this thing so you know what I have to deal with.

[The Dude]

[ QUOTE ]
That is one thing that I haven't decided on yet. Wether or not to paint the shaft or have someone else clean it up like polishing. I'd have to have one made or find a good used one. The one that was in my car looks like an old piece of exhaust pipe. Yea, it's that rotted and pitted. The only things that are good are the ends. I saw in another post that there was a driveshaft resto place, but I know they wouldn't want that thing. I hear you on the rust issue. I have to take of pic of this thing so you know what I have to deal with.

[/ QUOTE ]

If the shaft is pit free you can polish them. I started with 80 grit on a DA and worked my way down until it shined. Then I clear coated it.
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v311/jjram69/undercar2.jpg

[Nova Jed]

Thanks for the tip but it's too far gone I think?

[Seattle Sam]

Denis Gilbert used Boeshield on bare metal, here is how it used to look, I wonder how it is holding up?
http://i19.photobucket.com/albums/b156/lotsayenkopics/denis%20Z/IMG_0199.jpg

See more of his Deepwater Blue 1967 Z/28 in Member's Rides (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/showflat.php/Cat/0/Number/191531/an/0/page/3#Post191531)

[Bill Rose]

Yet another update for you guys who are sick of watching football.
The engine was off to the machine shop this week. It needed to go 30 over. He also align honed it. It's getting a new steel crank, dimple rods, forged domed pistons. New valves, springs, retainers, etc. All the machine work is done, and should be all assembled by the end of the week. Here's a shot before honing.

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/boring.jpg
Here's a shot of the pistons. I understand they go into the holes of that thing in the picture above.http://bestsmileys.com/wink/1.gif


http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/pistons.jpg

[mockingbird812]

Yes Bill, you are correct. Very astute of you! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/laugh.gif




You gotta be gettin' excited. Your project is progressing like an assembly line! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Xplantdad]

Looking great Bill... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

[Bill Rose]

OK.. It's been 5 weeks since the last project update. I thought I'd take a picture before the chassis is put away, for now. The motor and trans are both assembled and back on the chassis.
Fuel pump, alt, water pump, pulleys, exhaust, etc are installed. Still need the smog and carb, but I'm in no hurry. Just a matter of buying them and a couple hrs to install. I have an nos quarter and door skin to begin the body work. Here's a shot of the chassis as of today.


http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/medium/motor3.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Holy cow Bill...looks great! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[Mr70]

That really does look very nice.

[wheelhop]

Looks great, will she be ready for Chevellabration??

[Bill Rose]

[ QUOTE ]
Looks great, will she be ready for Chevellabration??

[/ QUOTE ]

Jim...It should be ready in plenty of time for Chevellabration in June. The feature car this year is 68-72 ElCamino, so I will be bringing the finished chassis down instead of a Chevelle this year.

[chevelleheart]

Bill , I just found this Thread !! Amazing !! I can't believe how much you've got done so far !! Can't wait to see more pics !!! Bob

[PeteLeathersac]

Whttp://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gifW..looking great Bill!!!
Your effort and progress sure is inspirational!.

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

[Postsedan]

Great Job Bill! I can`t wait to see it in person.

Dan.

[Nova Jed]

Bring on the body! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/youguysrock.gif

[Bill Rose]

Quick update:
I got the carb back from resto today. Bolted it down, as well as some other odds and ends. Quick question: The assembly manual isn't real clear on how the pcv hose should be routed. Does this look correct? Does that bracket on the front/right carb stud, holding the hose look right? Just the smog now, which is coming back from resto soon, and the chassis is ready. Started the body work a couple weeks ago. New quarter/rocker, all the seam sealer is removed and the bed/under body/firewall will be blasted. Doors and tailgate stripped & ready for primer. It's all moving along better that I'd anticipated.

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/carb8.jpg

[mockingbird812]

Bill - inspirational work. Looks terrific. Smart guys will answer your question soon.

Thanks for posting pix - keep 'em coming http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif!!!

[m22mike]

PVC hose and bracket look good to me http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

Mike

[bkhpah]

The hose is running correctly. Lookin' good..BKH http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Mr.Nickey Nova]

Bill,

Thanks for the pics.PCV hose and bracket looks correct,keep the pics coming.

[Bill Rose]

ElCamino Update: With the chassis finished, it was time to start the body work. The car is remarkably rust free. Only a couple small patches on the roof, where the vinyl top was originally. The biggest repair is the left side, where it was hit in a slow speed crash (thanks Mark Sheppard for that info). The rocker and lower quarter was pushed in. Got an nos quarter (thanks Greg Cullium/Jim Henke) and a new rocker. It took several evenings, some cut up knuckles, a few takeout dinners, and a bunch of 4 letter words, but the rocker and quarter are out. I also rustproofed all the "innards". Then a buddy of mine helped me out welding the rocker. The quarter is fitted and ready for welding tomorrow. Also got a new used door, which is in perfect condition. I stripped the door and fitted all the parts and everything looks good. The it's off to the blaster. i will have the interior, firewall, bed, and the whole bottom of the body blasted. Thats where I am today. I'm gonna keep posting this stuff, till someone tells me to stop.

Welding the rocker:
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/rocker_welding.jpg


Rocker, door, and quarter on:
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/quarter_on.jpg

[mockingbird812]

Keep 'em coming Bill. Lookin' good and good! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[SS427]

[ QUOTE ]
I'm gonna keep posting this stuff, till someone tells me to stop.


[/ QUOTE ]

I don't think anyone is complaining........post away. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Alss]

SO thats where you been hiding!!..I better get mine off the rotisierrie

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
[ QUOTE ]
I'm gonna keep posting this stuff, till someone tells me to stop.


[/ QUOTE ]

I don't think anyone is complaining........post away. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

I agree with Rick and Sam...keep the pics and info coming! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Bill Rose]

[ QUOTE ]
SO thats where you been hiding!!..I better get mine off the rotisierrie

[/ QUOTE ]

If I were gonna hide, it wouldn't be in a dusty, smelly body shop. It would be on a beach somewhere.

....and yes I will be needing my rotis.. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif...I mean your rotisierrie in a couple weeks. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

[chads454Ls6]

Looks good!

[wheelhop]

Looks good Bill. We all want some more pictures!

[Postsedan]

Bill,

Looking Great! I`m assuming you will debut the El Camino at 2008 Chevel-Abration? You`ve already got my vote http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

Dan.

[Bill Rose]

[ QUOTE ]
Bill,

Looking Great! I`m assuming you will debut the El Camino at 2008 Chevel-Abration? You`ve already got my vote http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cool.gif

Dan.

[/ QUOTE ]

Well Dan, as far as bringing the ElCamino to Chevell-Abration, yes and no. As you know, each year they have a certain model Chevelle they feature, and this year it's 68-72 SS El Camino's, so rather than killing myself trying to get it finished by the end of May, my plan is to bring the finished chassis only. As of tonight, the chassis is ready for the trip. I got the smog system in place, and that was the last hurdle.

Quick question for anyone who knows. The small vacuum hose going from the diverter valve to the carb. How does it hook into the carb? Does it require a tee or something? The only vac source is for the choke. I can't tell from the assembly manual, and it's a totally different set-up from my 68 Chevelle.

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/smog.jpg

[Postsedan]

Bill,

Looking great. Yes a tee is required. There is a prior thread about this topic awhile back. I`ll see if I can dig it up for you. See you and your Frame at CB2008.

Dan.

[FRITO]

hey you guys can u help me i got a new project nova JUST GENRAL INFO LIKE WHAT IT WAS FACTORY I TRADED MY BOSS LADY CADDY FOR IT IT HAS A TAG ON FIRE WALL SAYS ST 69 WRN 11427 THERE IS A 53 53 BELOW THAT ON THE INSIDE IT HAS A PLATE WERE THE RADIO WAS ON MY OTHER NOVA HAS 12 BOLTS IN THE REAR COVER OF REAR END TRANNY WAS IN THE TRUNK HAS A TAG THAT IS STAMPED CY -69 ON THE DRIVERS SIDE OF TRANNY IT CAME WITH A BIG BLOCK ON A STAND SOPOSSED TO BE THE ORIGANAL MOTOR AND IT HAS GILLS ON THE SIDE LIKE A FISH tho motor has a casting number 3963512on the back driver side
head has acasting number of 3946074 alumunim has the factory intake its ulumunim and has funny lil snow flake casting on it does this help i hpoe its worth tho caddy i trade

[Postsedan]

This is what I would call....Hijacking a thread http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsdown.gif

Dan.

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
This is what I would call....Hijacking a thread http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/thumbsdown.gif

Dan.

[/ QUOTE ]

Oh mods...can we check his IP address...? Might prove insightful...then again maybe not? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hmmm.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

[Xplantdad]

How long before you ban Mr. Frito Lay? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hmmm.gif

Since he's pretty much posted the same question in every forum???

[Mr70]

We talked about this recently and posted some pictures that might help you out.
(Obviously exclude the TCS solenoid for your 69)
Yours would've used a 3-way Tee,farthest to left in that dark pic I posted and plugged both the distributor Vac. line & diverter valve line into the outlet in the carb. base on the P/S front.
Click HERE (http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/showflat.php?Cat=0&Board=UBB10&Number=184198&Searc hpage=1&Main=184198&Words=+smog&topic=&Search=true #Post184198).

[Bill Rose]

Update: I sent the body out to be blasted on Fri. Got it back today (Tues). It looks great! :thumbsup: No rust to speak of. A few small areas of mild pitting, which will be easy to fill. Gonna start the plasti work in the bed first. It's got the typical small dings in the bed floor, and a few on the sides, but not bad at all.
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/blasted.jpg
http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/bed.jpg

[wheelhop]

I've gone double or nothing on a corn dog wager that your call will be ready for Chevellabration! Not just the Chassis!

[mockingbird812]

That is some good looking bare metal Bill. Thanks for the update. Keep 'em coming. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Bill Rose]

[ QUOTE ]
I've gone double or nothing on a corn dog wager that your call will be ready for Chevellabration! Not just the Chassis!

[/ QUOTE ]
You're gonna owe someone a corn dog, Jim. Yes, it should be ready for Chevellabration, but not the year you're thinking of http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif unless you meant CB09 http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif
I'm not rushing it. The plastic/paint work will take time. The hard part, replacing the rocker, quarter, and door skin, is finished. Actually that only took a few days. Now it's blocking time. That takes time on any car. I knocked both my Chevelles out in less than a year, but Chevelles are easier, with no bed to deal with.

[92646]

To give everybody what Bill is working with and the quality of work that he is doing. This is how the car looked when I brought it home.
Mark Sheppard

[wheelhop]

Can't you just take it to get some Rhino Lining sprayed in there????

[Bill Rose]

[ QUOTE ]
To give everybody what Bill is working with and the quality of work that he is doing. This is how the car looked when I brought it home.
Mark Sheppard

[/ QUOTE ]
Mark...I'd like to be a fly on the wall when the neighbors saw you drag that heap into the neighborhood.



[ QUOTE ]
Can't you just take it to get some Rhino Lining sprayed in there????

[/ QUOTE ]
Good idea Jim. I should have thought of that. It would save me a week or so, blocking out the bed huh??....or maybe a bed liner.

[69RSZ]

Bill,your really makeing progress!! I havent seen ya in a while with my father being sick. that chassis looks darn good and the car looks really solid after the blasting.See ya soon Ron. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Bill Rose]

I know you've had your hands full Ron. Stop in when you have a chance.

[Postsedan]

[ QUOTE ]
Can't you just take it to get some Rhino Lining sprayed in there????

[/ QUOTE ]

Bill,

This product is far superior.

http://www.linex.com/

Then perhaps you can install this option....

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/Postsedan/Postsedan2008/P1010541.jpg

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v677/Postsedan/Postsedan2008/P1010540.jpg

Dan.



Dan.

[Bill Rose]

Actually my goal is to have the bed floor as straight as the rest of the car, and just as orange. I get jokes like, now we'll have a truck to take to the shows, that can hold the lawn chairs, coolers, etc. Not gonna happen!

[Mr70]

I applaud you for that alone.

[Bill Rose]

Quick up-date on the ElCamino. Nothing very exciting to show in more pictures, but I've been very busy with body work. I've been spending a lot of my free time at my buddy's body shop, doing all the plastic work. He's nice enough to let me use a corner of the shop to create a whole bunch of plastic dust, so I don't have it in my garage at home. Getting the small dents out of the bed was the biggest task, but it looks much better. The roof had some holes under the vinyl top, which were repaired by welding in a few patches, then some plastic. It came out real nice. The body work is finished and it's ready for primer, then blocking begins. Hope to have it primed by this time next week.


http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/body_work.jpg

[Bill Rose]

I haven't posted progress pics for a couple weeks, so I thought I'd show you guys what's been going on with the ElCamino project. Been pretty busy for the last few weeks. All the body/metal work is finished. I shot primer on the whole body today. The doors and tailgate are ready for orange paint. The quarters and bed are ready for sanding primer. Then they have to be blocked out. The rest of the body is easy stuff, like painting the bottom black, and the interior red oxide, as it was from the factory. The plan is to finish up the quarters this week and maybe the bed, then I'm taking some time off for the Chevelle show in Nashville, where I will have the ElCamino chassis. Anyone going to the show, stop in and say hello. It will be under a tent near the vendors...


http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/primer2.jpg

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/primer21.jpg

http://www.chevelles.com/showroom/data/500/primer3.jpg

[Xplantdad]

Looking awesome Bill! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[SS427]

It's coming along great Bill and you are doing excellent work. Keep it up as I am sure it will be sweet when in paint. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Postsedan]

Bill,

Looking forward to seeing you and the chassis at CB08.

Dan.

[mockingbird812]

Good stuff Bill. You are moving right along! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[wheelhop]

Looks good Bill, see you at Chevellabration!!

[Nova Jed]

There's the body! I was wondering when that would show up! Looks good Bill. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Bill Pritchard]

Looks great, Bill.....but I think we'd all be surprised if it didn't! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Mr70]

................http://www.aboutgbs.com/forums/style_emoticons/default/smiley_10sign.gif

[Bill Rose]

Thanks once again for the feedback guys. I worked all day yesterday on prepping the quarters and bed for sanding/filler primer. I will be there first thing tomorrow, with a spray gun full of filler primer. All the primer sanding should be finished before the trip to Nashville next week. Looking forward to the trip. and seeing you guys. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Mr70]

Congrats to you on the 68 hardtop ink in the latest Chevelle World Bill.
Beautiful car!

[Bill Rose]

Thanks Rick... The story was dead on, just as it happened.

[92646]

Bill anymore updates?
Mark Sheppard

[Bill Rose]

Not much to update with pictures Mark. I've spent a bunch of my free time sanding primer. The quarters, roof, doors, tailgate, door jambs, are all ready for orange. The hood is new, so I'm hoping it won't be much work. Still have to do a final primer/blocking of the bed. Then the nos fenders will be last. I also spent some time tracking down a few parts, I still needed. I pretty much have everything I need now. I have some stainless steel polishing to do, and I think the car will be ready to assemble after paint. Albert got us both complete wire harnesses kits for both cars, so we're all set with wires. It's all down hill now. Just have to find the time to finish it all up. More pics soon.

[Bill Rose]

Hey folks.. I haven't posted any progress pics since mid June, mostly because there's nothing real exciting about sanding body panels day after day. Anyway, I finally have the 69 Elky ready for paint. I spent a good part of one day masking and a good part of another painting the bed, door jambs, interior and roof. Now with the bed/door jambs finished, I will install the doors, then mask off the bed and roof, close the doors, and paint the whole outside. The bed was the biggest project, but it came out better than I would have ever expected. The extensive body work was well worth the time, and the countless 4 letter words I spread around the work area, were well worth it in the end. I spent almost 2 months getting the bed straight.

Here's a couple before/after pictures. More to come, when I can get some spray booth time..


http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1419.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1892.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1404.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1893.jpg

[mockingbird812]

Bill - Wow, what progress you have made http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif ! Looks just terrific. Thanks and keep 'em coming! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Postsedan]

Bill,

Awesome....thanks for the update. CB09 will be a blast! Now get back to work.

Dan.

[mockingbird812]

That's one serious 'B' pillar, huh Dan!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/naughty.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif


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

[CamarosRus]

Bill, Can you share with us, what brand, color, # you used for the Red Oxide interior primer.......and is it clear coated with anything (???)

Thanks,

[x Baldwin Motion]

Excellent, Bill!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/flag.gif

[CC Rider]

Looking good Bill! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Bill Rose]

Thanks for the possitive feedback folks. More pics soon I hope, if all goes as well as it has to date.

[ QUOTE ]
Bill, Can you share with us, what brand, color, # you used for the Red Oxide interior primer.......and is it clear coated with anything (???)

Thanks,

[/ QUOTE ]

Chuck.... The interior red oxide was done with Sherwin-Williams sealer. I am spraying it on the entire car, before the color coat, to have a more even base under the orange. It matched the original red oxide to a tee, so I used it in the interior too. In the interior it will be covered on every surface except under the dash. The paint rep suggested it, and said it would hold up fine as long as the sun doesn't beat on it a lot. So in the interior, that won't be a problem. I sprayed etching primer first. The rep suggested clearing it with a satin clear, if it was to get a lot of sun light.

[Alss]

Saweet!!..Ill have to stop by and have a look for myself..really pops!!

[Nova Jed]

Nice body Bill!

[Bill Pritchard]

Looks awesome, Bill http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Rixls6]

Really coming along nice Bill. Can't wait to see more pics as you start the assembly, the fun part.

[Bill Rose]

It's been a real busy few days around here. Everything that gets orange paint, is done. The base and clear went on smooth as glass, with almost no dirt. The color sanding, and wheeling, will begin next week. It should be fairly easy, since the clear flowed out so well. Here's a couple shots of the progress.

http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1913.jpg

http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1916.jpg

[jeff morocco]

man that orange really pops !!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif that is going to be a really sweet car...er... truck !!!!!

[shor]

looking great, bill!

[Xplantdad]

I agree...it looks great. I want a ride! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[Bill Rose]

Thanks folks... I'll post more progress pics in a few weeks. Right now it's early Sat morning, and I'm headed out to remove the masking paper, it took me 2 days to do.

[Nova Jed]

That is one awsome color. And man is it bright, once you get it outside. Looks great!

[Postsedan]

Bill,

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

Dan.

[Bill Rose]

It's been a couple more busy days on the ElCamino. I did a bunch of masking AGAIN!! (Man I'm sick of masking)....anyway, I painted all the black on the whole car, including the dash, panel behind the seats, and the bottom of the car. I mixed the black paint/flattener 7 times, before I got the sheen I was looking for. it came out real nice. Now with all the painting finished, it's time to start sanding/buffing the orange. That should take a couple weeks, because the bed is gonna be a hassle. Also got the sound deadener on the floor and ceiling. Since it's pouring rain, (again) I may as well get started sanding tomorrow. More updates in a few weeks.
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1934.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1939.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1944.jpg

[Postsedan]

Bill,

As I have said before.... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif


Dan.

[mockingbird812]

Wooweeeeee! Looking good Bill! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Musclecarkid]

Hey Bill, That door striker pin should be hugger orange. Thats 5 points off. WTF?

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

[Bill Rose]

Actually Kevin, the strikers should be Monaco Orange, and they will be some day. I didn't even want to put the strikers on yet, but if you don't have a way to latch the doors, it can get ugly fast, when you turn the rotisserie, for say, painting the bottom??

[Musclecarkid]

Good Answer. I was just bustin' your chops. Can't wait till my 70 convert is at that stage. Both quarters are ready to weld. Then the body comes off the frame for my winter project.

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

[Postsedan]

Actually Kevin, the strikers should be Monaco Orange

Nice correction ...Bill http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smirk.gif

Dan.

[chevelleheart]

Absolutely beautiful Bill ! I love Elky's and I love Hugger Orange !! and then throw in an L78 to boot,....how much better can it get ???

[Bill Rose]

Thanks again for all the positive feedback. Been sanding and buffing. About 3/4 of the paint is buffed. Here's a shot of the finished tailgate. The top molding is due back from the polisher on Monday.

The tailgate if a fairly large hurdle, with all the components to it. It has 2 tone paint, several moldings, latches, emblems, three cover plates on the bed side and massive hinges.
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1951.jpg

[budnate]

Bill your doing one heck of a nice job with that old parts hauler http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif.

[Bill Rose]

Quick update: Got the body off the rotisserie, and back on the dolly. Also got it home from my buds body shop, where I did all the body/paint work. It's on the dolly because it's going out for the vinyl top and headliner, the 2 things I won't do. That should be done in a week or so. Then it's going back on the finished chassis. Thats always a big step forward. More pics of that in a couple weeks. Also started assembly: Dash, moldings, emblems, etc.
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1952.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1961.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1980.jpg

[Postsedan]

Bill,

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

Dan.

[Alss]

[ QUOTE ]
Quick update: Got the body off the rotisserie, and back on the dolly. Also got it home from my buds body shop, where I did all the body/paint work. It's on the dolly because it's going out for the vinyl top and headliner, the 2 things I won't do. That should be done in a week or so. Then it's going back on the finished chassis. Thats always a big step forward. More pics of that in a couple weeks. Also started assembly: Dash, moldings, emblems, etc.
.
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1980.jpg

[/ QUOTE ]

Is that dynamat stock?? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/scholar.gif

[CC Rider]

Looking very good so far Bill! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Bill Rose]

[ QUOTE ]

Is that dynamat stock?? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/scholar.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

It's as stock as the green base coat/clear coat on the
COPO http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[Stefano]

Wow, looking good http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/burnout.gif

[Postsedan]

[ QUOTE ]
[ QUOTE ]

Is that dynamat stock?? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/scholar.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

It's as stock as the green base coat/clear coat on the
COPO http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

Bill,

Don`t forget to mention its Sherwin Williams too http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/dunno.gif

Dan.

[ORIGLS6]

Lookin Great Bill. Nice work!!!

But I'm nosey; what's in the background here? '57 Olds?


http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1952.jpg

[Bill Rose]

[ QUOTE ]
Lookin Great Bill. Nice work!!!

But I'm nosey; what's in the background here? '57 Olds?




[/ QUOTE ]

Good eye Dennis. Yes, it's a 57 Olds, that belongs to the friend of mine who owns the shop. It's actually in nice shape. The chassis is done, and the body needs very little before paint. It's getting an LT-1, although the original motor is being saved.

[Bill Rose]

I've had a busy few days with the Elky project. Had the vinyl top and headliner put on the car. As soon as that was finished, the body went back on the chassis. Just finished a couple hours ago. It was pretty straight forward. I made a gig out of 2 x 2 steel tubing, and some simple hardware, to bolt to the cowl, so I could raise the front of the body with 2 engine hoists, and still be able to role the finished chassis under the raised body. Also had a hoist in the rear, chained to the bed/tailgate bolt holes. Then invited a couple friends over for a body/chassis reuniting party. All went well. Everything fit right into place. Looking forward to some easier projects, like carpet, moldings, etc.. Here's a few shots of the process. Pics are a little dark, but the flash does light up the orange huh?
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2021.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2027.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2030.jpg
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http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2036.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2038.jpg

[SD 396]

Looking good Bill. Gotta love it when they start to look like a car/truck again. Keep the pictures coming. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[mockingbird812]

Fine and Fine Bill. She is looking terrific. Thanks for the updates!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

Looking killer! There's just something about an orange Chevy muscle car! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[Nova Jed]

Looks awsome Bill! It looks sharp!

[Bill Rose]

Quick update: Got one of the bigger projects (tailgate) on the ElCamino finished. It all adjusted, opens and closes nice. Everything is wired.

Just need the bed corner moldings back from chrome, and the bed area will be finished.

Also got most of the interior finished. Carpet/console etc. is in. Just waiting for the door panels and seat covers.

Glass is coming this week too. Vent windows are restored, and ready for new glass.
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2075.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2068.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2066.jpg

[mockingbird812]

Lookin' GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

Nice work Bill - thanks for the update on that fine truck of yours!

[Xplantdad]

[ QUOTE ]
Lookin' GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOD! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

Nice work Bill - thanks for the update on that fine truck of yours!

[/ QUOTE ]

X 10! It's looking great! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/headbang.gif

[kwhizz]

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

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

[Rixls6]

Very very nice. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Postsedan]

Two of my favorites....Monaco Orange and Vent Windows http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

Dan.

[budnate]

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

[ QUOTE ]
Two of my favorites....Monaco Orange and Vent Windows http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

Dan.

[/ QUOTE ]

[Bill Pritchard]

IMHO, the ultimate ElCamino http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

Looks outstanding, Bill http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[ORIGLS6]

Yep, I'd go Truckin' in that one! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/wink.gif

Very Nice Bill! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Bill Rose]

Had a busy weekend. I got the nose (fenders/header panel/emblems) on the ElCamino. They are nos fenders, but still had some fitting issues, but after working on the adjustments well into the night, I was finally happy with the fit. I really have to wonder how these cars were built so quick on the assembly line. Also put all the window mechanisms in the doors and installed the front light harness. Various other little things. Anyway here's one pic.

http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2084.jpg

[camarojoe]

Looks super! I still think SS Elky's are the most underrated cars (trucks?) out there. Is it gonna get a black side stripe?

btw, I want it!

[jeff morocco]

very nice Bill....... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[Bill Rose]

[ QUOTE ]
Looks super! I still think SS Elky's are the most underrated cars (trucks?) out there. Is it gonna get a black side stripe?

btw, I want it!

[/ QUOTE ]
Yes Joe. The black stripes are ready to go on, now that the fenders are installed. The stripes have been sitting in the bed for weeks. It's gonna be tough sticking the stripes to those body panels, I spent months sanding, but like everything else. Ya just gotta do it, I guess.

http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2088.jpg

[jeff morocco]

that is really going to POP w/ the stripes !!!!!

[Postsedan]

[ QUOTE ]
Had a busy weekend. I got the nose (fenders/header panel/emblems) on the ElCamino. They are nos fenders, but still had some fitting issues, but after working on the adjustments well into the night, I was finally happy with the fit. I really have to wonder how these cars were built so quick on the assembly line. Also put all the window mechanisms in the doors and installed the front light harness. Various other little things. Anyway here's one pic.

http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2084.jpg

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Bill,

Its safe to say that....No 1969 El Camino left any assembly line in the U.S. back in the day....looking and fitting like your El Camino looks today.

Not many people understand the hours it takes to properly fit a car as we make them fit today....if you look at any all original untouched car....most would agree that the fit and finish was not a major quality control back in 1969.

Bill...FYI, The side stripe will take you just as much time putting it on as your front clip.... especially if it is your first time. I know the outcome will be very nice.

The truck looks Great http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif Now get rid of that center pole in your garage...its making me crazy? Take the next set of pictures with the stripe on...outside of the garage http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

DAn.

[camarojoe]

Have you ever seen an original (untouched) '69 Camino SS with the side stripes? I put the same ones on mine, (well, actually SCW did!) but the only original article I ever found with pics of a 69 SS Camino (I believe it was in CARS magazine) showed it with the same stripes as a Chevelle, with the bed stripes ending with a taper rather than the squared end. I always wondered if the squared end was indeed the way they came from GM not.

[x Baldwin Motion]

http://www.phoenixgraphix.com/gm/1969ecss.jpg

tapered



http://www.vaultcars.com/69elcamino/camrite.JPG
squared (orig paint car?)

[Bill Rose]

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Now get rid of that center pole in your garage...its making me crazy? Take the next set of pictures with the stripe on...outside of the garage http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

DAn.

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Dan.. I built the house back when I was stupid enough to take on a project like that. My father, the architect, didn't know the amount of time I would be spending in the garage, 20 years later. This house is an engineering nightmare. Those 2 poles, hold up virtually the entire house. I certainly tossed around the idea of a steel beam, but so far it hasn't happened. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/confused.gif Perhaps I could have all my mid-west friends over for a weekend, and we can tackle the steel beam job http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

In the mean time, I'll take some exterior pictures. even if it is 20 degs out there http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_0093.jpg

[chevelleheart]

Bill ,ABSOLUTELY GEORGEOUS !! I love Elky's and I love Hugger orange. Your workmanship is, well,.....everyone can see. CONGRATS !! Keep the pics coming !!!

[Alss]

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Bill ,ABSOLUTELY GEORGEOUS !! I love Elky's and I love Hugger orange. Your workmanship is, well,.....everyone can see. CONGRATS !! Keep the pics coming !!!

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and if you think it looks good in pictures..in person it is unreal!!..I get to see it person or at least pieces of it quite often..gonna be real special when its done..I have also seen the hours that go into attaining this level..thats dedication. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

ALbert

[Postsedan]

Bill,

Your house is very nice looking....love the landscaping. I know...just more work.

Dan.

[wheelhop]

It's a bit ironic that the "post" man would tell Bill to get rid of a post in his garage!

[x Baldwin Motion]

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It's a bit ironic that the "post" man would tell Bill to get rid of a post in his garage!

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Thanks http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/haha.gif

[Postsedan]

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It's a bit ironic that the "post" man would tell Bill to get rid of a post in his garage!

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Jimbo,

Priceless...very good. With that darn post in the way, I cannot even see the Vent Window http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/mad.gif

Dan.

[Mr70]

Ha! The postman gets delivered.
Nice Jim..

[Bill Rose]

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Priceless...very good. With that darn post in the way, I cannot even see the Vent Window http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/mad.gif

Dan.

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http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2091.jpg

[Postsedan]

Bill,

You just made my day!

Dan.

[Bill Rose]

Here's another one of those after the weekend updates. Lots done, although it doesn't really show in pictures.

I got all the glass and glass moldings in. Still waiting for vent glass frame to come back from chrome. I got all the glass from Auto City Classics. It all fit perfect, and the date coding is real nice too.

I also added a few things to the engine comp. Wheel wells are ready for paint, then install.
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2120.jpg engine

Here's a shot of the glass
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2118.jpg glass

Pretty much finished up under the car. All the wiring is hooked up, and worked well when I put 12 volts to it all.
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2110.jpg chassis

The parts pile is pretty small. Seat covers, grill, some odds and ends. The chrome for the bed corners is also at the chrome shop, so I can't stick the bed moldings on till there back.
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2111.jpg parts

[chevelleheart]

Beautiful Bill !

[CC Rider]

That's nice! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[Bill Rose]

Another ElCamino update: Well I'm down to a few odds and ends. All having to do with sloooooooow chrome shops. Bumpers, bed moldings, vent glass frames, all holding up the final steps. The radiator will be in Thursday. Should be able to light it up after that. Here's a few more shots, until it's completely finished.

http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2153.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2141.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2149.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2143.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2147.jpg

[gb70]

Wow, it's 1969 all over again only better! Great job!

[mockingbird812]

Stunning Bill. thanks!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif 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/3gears.gif

[m22mike]

Redlines..... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif
69 CHP insp. sticker.... http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

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

[1969l78]

That car is awesome!!!!!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[Postsedan]

Bill,

Love it! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif
Is the steering wheel an original piece or re-pop?

Dan.

[Bill Rose]

Thanks for all the feedback over the past year. It's been a fun, and fairly simple project. Not much more to get pictures of for a while, except one more piece of the puzzle that arrived today.

Yes Dan, repro dash and wheel. Both are nice pieces. The original wheel was junk, not restorable. Somewhere down the road I'll get an original, and restore it though,


http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_2154.jpg

[SuperNovaSS]

If it was junk, why is it hanging on the garage wall in the last picture? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif Looking great Bill!

[Bill Rose]

Good eye Jason. I forgot it was still there. Maybe I will make a frame/display, and hang it on the wall as a reminder of just what I started with last fall.
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/100_1401.jpg

[70LS6454]

Bill,

Beautiful job, That Orange really stands out.

Ray

[65Novaguy]

Bill,
Looks great!I'd be afraid to drive it.Did you put your mldgs on i restored? Too bad you didn't hook up with me sooner my plater can can turn jobs around in 2 weeks and he's good!

[Bill Rose]

It's alive!! Got that solid lifter big block fired last week. Had a problem with trans noise. Had to pull it out, and send it back to the trans builder. Problem solved. The trans is back behind the engine, and sounds fine. The car is basically finished. Still needs some tuning, and the side stripe. I'm hoping to get them done this week.
Over all, the project was about what I expected. I finished it up a few months ahead of schedule. I was shooting for May. Thanks for all the support throughout the year. I'm gonna take a break for a few months, and relax.

http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/Elky%20finished/100_2180.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/Elky%20finished/100_2178.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/Elky%20finished/100_2184.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/Elky%20finished/100_2187.jpg
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http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/Elky%20finished/100_2200.jpg
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/Elky%20finished/100_2197.jpg

[Mr70]

Absolutely stunning Bill...You've earned it! http://www.greensmilies.com/smile/smiley_emoticons_thumbs1.gif

[mockingbird812]

Well done Bill. Thanks for sharing your "journey". Your El Camino looks spectacular! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

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Well done Bill. Thanks for sharing your "journey". Your El Camino looks spectacular! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/beers.gif

[/ QUOTE ]

I agree with Sam...Thanks for the tag along. You definitely have some "Skilz"! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/worship.gif

[Nova Jed]

On fine looking ride Bill! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/3gears.gif

[Mr. Chevy]

Looks awesome Bill.. The redline tires just set it off!!

Rich

[Schonyenko2]

Very nice lookin truck. I expect it could really haul the mail. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

[1969grb]

Bill looks great!!! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

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

[92646]

I showed my wife pictures of the El Camino and told her that was the same car that we had in the garage a few years ago. Her only response was that I would have never been able to restore the car as nice as what you did Bill.
I thought the car was gone forever after what I saw the person that ended up with this car and all the parts did to it. You have no idea how thankful I am that you and Albert put up with his games to get this car. I do not know of another person that has the vision and ability to do better than what you did.
Bill take a break but please find another project soon because I really look forward to all your posts.
Mark Sheppard

[x Baldwin Motion]

Bill congrats on a great outcome to your hard work. Going the extra mile and posting the progress is really being a great guy !!

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[Bill Rose]

Thanks once again for all the positive feedback.
One more quick update. Yet another late night in the shop working on the SS side stripes. I laid them out using masking tape as a guide, then went for it. The stripes really complete the body in my opinion. I did screw up one of the door stripes, but no big deal fixing it. In the end, I was real happy with the stripes.
http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/Elky%20finished/100_2203.jpg

http://i533.photobucket.com/albums/ee335/wrrose/Elky%20finished/100_2207.jpg

[CC Rider]

Sure is a pretty truck Bill. http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/biggthumpup.gif

Bringing it to North East in June? http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

[70 Forest Green Zee]

Bill...please check your PM box....I sent you a PM.