On to Hank's place for the wiring - new engine bay harnesses, fuse box, rear lights, and a major clean-up/functional check of the overall system.
The wiring in the engine bay looks flawless - Hank routed the front light wires through the driver fender and under the radiator support - very clean looking.
We created the custom wire support brackets and installed on the valve covers and on the bell housing. We then ran the wires to the temperature sensor and Hank finished the wiring to the passenger side of the engine bay. He also left the wiring for possible future projects including an electric fan and A/C. Light bulbs were replaced and the front half of the car was working and the engine running.
We removed the old radio and had to deal with my aftermarket radio (which has a splitter for 4 speakers up front, wiring for an Amp, and wires for the rear 6x9s). Hank upgraded the system to have connectors to make removing the dash much easier in the future.
My car also has power door locks and Hank found a nice new home under the dash for the control module.
We worked on the rear lights and most of the bumper bolts broke free without much pain. But of course there was one bolt that required a trip to buy a Cut-off wheel. And same with the valence as one bolt was giving us grief.
Hank had to finagle the gas tank to get the new wire installed.
All rear lights were connected and tested.
Hank was able to trouble-shoot an issue with the turn signals.
I was not delighted to find lots of mice dropping under the rear seat.
Hank reviewed the schematic's and talked with American Autowire which made things go much more smoothly! Thanks to those that helped repair the dash wiring during the April tech session.
It was fun to work with Hank as he was patient with my questions and skill set.
After just 2 weeks and a lot of Hank's time the car was ready for pick-up.
Looking very nice, Andrew.
We'll find a weekend to get the rest done before Street Machine. Hopefully, the bodyshop can get the fender on and painted before then too...
BLyke said
May 24, 2018
Looking good Andrew!
AK said
Jun 23, 2018
After two weeks of asking I was finally able to get the daughter to go for a ride in the car. She tells me it is too loud. She is still young and doesn't realize that loud is good!
A game of tennis as incentive for bribery was what it took
-- Edited by AK on Saturday 23rd of June 2018 08:48:36 PM
I'm sure his checkbook balance has changed since last summer too.
Nothing funner than spending money on Chevelle parts though.
Yep, in 8 months it came from this...
This was incredibly fun to drive home.
A HUGE thanks to all for the help. After the work day in April Mitch continued to work on the vehicle including
-- Edited by AK on Thursday 24th of May 2018 10:22:06 AM
On to Hank's place for the wiring - new engine bay harnesses, fuse box, rear lights, and a major clean-up/functional check of the overall system.
The wiring in the engine bay looks flawless - Hank routed the front light wires through the driver fender and under the radiator support - very clean looking.
We created the custom wire support brackets and installed on the valve covers and on the bell housing. We then ran the wires to the temperature sensor and Hank finished the wiring to the passenger side of the engine bay. He also left the wiring for possible future projects including an electric fan and A/C. Light bulbs were replaced and the front half of the car was working and the engine running.
We removed the old radio and had to deal with my aftermarket radio (which has a splitter for 4 speakers up front, wiring for an Amp, and wires for the rear 6x9s). Hank upgraded the system to have connectors to make removing the dash much easier in the future.
My car also has power door locks and Hank found a nice new home under the dash for the control module.
We worked on the rear lights and most of the bumper bolts broke free without much pain. But of course there was one bolt that required a trip to buy a Cut-off wheel. And same with the valence as one bolt was giving us grief.
Hank had to finagle the gas tank to get the new wire installed.
All rear lights were connected and tested.
Hank was able to trouble-shoot an issue with the turn signals.
I was not delighted to find lots of mice dropping under the rear seat.
Hank reviewed the schematic's and talked with American Autowire which made things go much more smoothly! Thanks to those that helped repair the dash wiring during the April tech session.
It was fun to work with Hank as he was patient with my questions and skill set.
After just 2 weeks and a lot of Hank's time the car was ready for pick-up.
Finished, running, driving car!! CRAZY difference from last fall. I should be able to bring it to summer nationals.
This car can certainly use a bath and I will post another round of pictures after the fender has been painted and a video to hear this beast.
Thanks again for everyone's knowledge and help! Looking forward to helping others and learning more.
We'll find a weekend to get the rest done before Street Machine. Hopefully, the bodyshop can get the fender on and painted before then too...
After two weeks of asking I was finally able to get the daughter to go for a ride in the car.
She tells me it is too loud. She is still young and doesn't realize that loud is good!
A game of tennis as incentive for bribery was what it took
-- Edited by AK on Saturday 23rd of June 2018 08:48:36 PM
First ride that my eight year old can remember
she was very young last time this was roadworthy
Great to see that your able to drive it again, she seems pleased with dads progress on the car too!
Hank stopped over Sunday to help me wire and drop-in the new radiator and fan.
I'll add more detail soon.
I see what ya did there!