Got to drive my Convertible for the first time today, too bad I had to do it without a windshield? Finally got it home today, couple weeks and off to get the interior put in and new top, and hopefully a couple of outings before I have to put it away for the winter.
Derek69SS said
Oct 1, 2010
Wow Loren, that looks fantastic!!!
Scott Parkhurst said
Oct 1, 2010
That does look really good Loren! Congrats!
I assume all the parts fit okay?
-- Edited by Scott Parkhurst on Friday 1st of October 2010 08:03:45 PM
69SSConv said
Oct 3, 2010
Found out yesterday the the rear quarter window tracks I have are not correct. There is a difference between the top mounting of the 2 door coupe and the convertible. Now to try to find those is going to be a challenge?
Otherwise everything else seems to be going together OK, need new drivers door glass the bonehead who owned the car before me go welding slag on it, found passenger door window regulator, crank post was stripped out, little things to slow me down?
Enjoying just having it back though, get the windshield in and going to take it for another drive.
SShink said
Oct 3, 2010
Looks great Loren! Another Chevelle working it's way away from the 'it's apart' club.
Are you doing the interior in black?
Now you can change your avatar pic to the red version instead of the primer version!
Jon H said
Oct 3, 2010
Hey Loren, lookin' good! We beed more drop tops in the club.
Chris R said
Oct 3, 2010
Looks great so far. Who was the body shop that did the work again? I agree, there isnt enough converts in the club.
69SSConv said
Oct 3, 2010
Ray's Auto Body in Princeton, MN. Decided to wait until after the interior is in to do the final buff on the paint, that way if there are any minor scratches in that process they can fix them up then.
69SSConv said
Mar 8, 2011
Update on status:
Should have back home on Friday or Monday. They have finished the paint work, (and repaint work from my trunk lid popping open on the hoist and shattering two of my flourescent bulbs, gouging the paint). They will be wet sanding and buffing this week and finishing minor detailing.
Then back to my garage for the installation of the grill, re-install of the power top pump(had to pull because it leaked), chrome, emblems, etc. Then off to "Convertible Tops & Interiors by Fred" to install new top and finish out the interior!
Once that is done, the TH350 to 200-4R swap, 10bolt to 12bolt, 3.73 posi swap and I am ready to hit the road in May. I will beat that counter some way, some how!
SShink said
Mar 8, 2011
Loren, I'll bet you can't wait!
Post some pics when you get it back next week.
I looked at the pic in your first post and can't remember what that green stuff is after 5 solid months of winter...
69SSConv said
Mar 8, 2011
I agree, not sure what that, grass?? looks like anymore. I will post some pic's after I get the grill installed and the wheel moldings, emblems etc.
Your right. I cannot wait. Been over two years in the process. I bought it February 9, 2009.
69SSConv said
Mar 14, 2011
Bringing my car home from the body shop this afternoon. Now to put in the convertible pump, wheel moldings, badges, grill, etc. Then get it scheduled for the top and interior, once back from there 12 bolt and 200-4R swap and I am ready for May!
I will post some updated pictures once I get the moldings, grill, badges installed.
-- Edited by 69SSConv on Monday 14th of March 2011 09:13:58 AM
69SSConv said
Mar 14, 2011
It's home, now the work begins to finish it up.
69SSConv said
Mar 19, 2011
Making progress, still a lot of little stuff, and of course the interior and top yet.
-- Edited by 69SSConv on Saturday 19th of March 2011 07:59:11 PM
It's looking good Loren! When are we going to see some pics of the father/son project?
SShink said
Mar 19, 2011
Looks AWESOME Loren!
Can't wait to see it in person!
69SSConv said
Mar 19, 2011
Oscar,
Not a lot to show on the father/son project still pretty rough? I did get the motor assembled this week I will post some pictures of it tomorrow.
-- Edited by 69SSConv on Saturday 19th of March 2011 09:36:04 PM
69SSConv said
Mar 19, 2011
Thanks Stan,
It's starting to come together? Looking forward to bringing it to a meeting soon.
Lost in the 60s said
Mar 22, 2011
Just saw this post and it's looking great...
My only concern was the tail light housing being red inside. Hoping they were painted back to silver before the lenses were installed. That will make the lights much brighter.
dashboard said
Mar 24, 2011
Looks great Loren. You had a question recently regarding color selection for assorted parts, thought this might help. Let me know if it does.
Kevin, perfect timing with the engine bay stuff I'm doing!
Although, instead of the semi-gloss, I tend to use satin instead. I prefer the satin look to the 'shinyness' of semi-gloss.
I'm with ya on the satin. I even use satin clear. It gives just the right amount of "sheen" to me.
Tim H said
Mar 24, 2011
Your car looks awesome. I like the red is it an original red? It looks like Dale Jarret Gaurds Porche Red. Awesome.
69SSConv said
Mar 24, 2011
It is Bright Torch Red. Newer GM basecoat/clearcoat.
69SSConv said
Mar 25, 2011
I am hauling it tomorrow to get the new top and interior finished out. Should have it back in about 2 weeks. Once its back, then I will do the 2004R swap, 12-bolt 3.73 posi swap, and take it in for alignment and I should be ready to exit the car's apart club. Do I need an inspection, provide pictures, what is the requirement to be officially out of the "Cars Apart Club"?
SShink said
Mar 25, 2011
69SSConv wrote:
I am hauling it tomorrow to get the new top and interior finished out. Should have it back in about 2 weeks. Once its back, then I will do the 2004R swap, 12-bolt 3.73 posi swap, and take it in for alignment and I should be ready to exit the car's apart club. Do I need an inspection, provide pictures, what is the requirement to be officially out of the "Cars Apart Club"?
To get out of the CAC club, I think you need to give at least 5 NCC members rides on the first 72 degree Sat. afternoon with the top down!
69SSConv said
Mar 26, 2011
How long do you think it will be before we see a 72 degree Saturday?
Dave Seitz said
Mar 26, 2011
I do not see the gargage door opener for at least another month.
If you do not know what the "Official Garage Door Opener" is then here is the explanation.
Official Garage Door Opener is the first 70 degree Friday of the year that allows the the opening of the Garage Door with a adult beverage and lawn chair for relaxation. Additionally BBQ grills, petrol powered cylinders started, tuned, washed, and waxed are considered typical hobby items to discuss with friends over food and beverages.
Do not be confused the act of just opening a garage door to stand and BS with a friend or neighbor is not the official opener until the Mayor Joe Souchery calls it or an appointed deputy Mayor.
Lost in the 60s said
Mar 26, 2011
Dave Seitz wrote:
I do not see the gargage door opener for at least another month.
If you do not know what the "Official Garage Door Opener" is then here is the explanation.
Official Garage Door Opener is the first 70 degree Friday of the year that allows the the opening of the Garage Door with a adult beverage and lawn chair for relaxation. Additionally BBQ grills, petrol powered cylinders started, tuned, washed, and waxed are considered typical hobby items to discuss with friends over food and beverages.
Do not be confused the act of just opening a garage door to stand and BS with a friend or neighbor is not the official opener until the Mayor Joe Souchery calls it or an appointed deputy Mayor.
Good thing the "wash and wax" isn't required. I "wax" my cars with scotch bright to get the winters oxidation off...
dashboard said
Mar 26, 2011
Dave,
I did not know you where a GL'er, nice to know there's another one out there.
Derek69SS said
Mar 26, 2011
SShink wrote:
To get out of the CAC club, I think you need to give at least 5 NCC members rides on the first 72 degree Sat. afternoon with the top down!
I'll bring my sawzall for when it's your turn to get out of the club.
69SSConv said
Mar 26, 2011
I am not so sure that would be a good idea?
-- Edited by 69SSConv on Saturday 26th of March 2011 07:41:29 PM
I assume all the parts fit okay?
-- Edited by Scott Parkhurst on Friday 1st of October 2010 08:03:45 PM
Otherwise everything else seems to be going together OK, need new drivers door glass the bonehead who owned the car before me go welding slag on it, found passenger door window regulator, crank post was stripped out, little things to slow me down?
Enjoying just having it back though, get the windshield in and going to take it for another drive
Are you doing the interior in black?
Now you can change your avatar pic to the red version instead of the primer version!
Should have back home on Friday or Monday. They have finished the paint work, (and repaint work from my trunk lid popping open on the hoist and shattering two of my flourescent bulbs, gouging the paint). They will be wet sanding and buffing this week and finishing minor detailing.
Then back to my garage for the installation of the grill, re-install of the power top pump(had to pull because it leaked), chrome, emblems, etc. Then off to "Convertible Tops & Interiors by Fred" to install new top and finish out the interior!
Once that is done, the TH350 to 200-4R swap, 10bolt to 12bolt, 3.73 posi swap and I am ready to hit the road in May. I will beat that counter some way, some how!
Loren, I'll bet you can't wait!
Post some pics when you get it back next week.
I looked at the pic in your first post and can't remember what that green stuff is after 5 solid months of winter...
Your right. I cannot wait. Been over two years in the process. I bought it February 9, 2009.
I will post some updated pictures once I get the moldings, grill, badges installed.
-- Edited by 69SSConv on Monday 14th of March 2011 09:13:58 AM
-- Edited by 69SSConv on Saturday 19th of March 2011 07:59:11 PM
Can't wait to see it in person!
Not a lot to show on the father/son project still pretty rough? I did get the motor assembled this week I will post some pictures of it tomorrow.
-- Edited by 69SSConv on Saturday 19th of March 2011 09:36:04 PM
Just saw this post and it's looking great...
My only concern was the tail light housing being red inside. Hoping they were painted back to silver before the lenses were installed. That will make the lights much brighter.
Looks great Loren. You had a question recently regarding color selection for assorted parts, thought this might help. Let me know if it does.
http://www.chevelles.com/shop/resto_5.html
Kevin, perfect timing with the engine bay stuff I'm doing!
Although, instead of the semi-gloss, I tend to use satin instead. I prefer the satin look to the 'shinyness' of semi-gloss.
I am hauling it tomorrow to get the new top and interior finished out. Should have it back in about 2 weeks. Once its back, then I will do the 2004R swap, 12-bolt 3.73 posi swap, and take it in for alignment and I should be ready to exit the car's apart club. Do I need an inspection, provide pictures, what is the requirement to be officially out of the "Cars Apart Club"?
To get out of the CAC club, I think you need to give at least 5 NCC members rides on the first 72 degree Sat. afternoon with the top down!
If you do not know what the "Official Garage Door Opener" is then here is the explanation.
Official Garage Door Opener is the first 70 degree Friday of the year that allows the the opening of the Garage Door with a adult beverage and lawn chair for relaxation. Additionally BBQ grills, petrol powered cylinders started, tuned, washed, and waxed are considered typical hobby items to discuss with friends over food and beverages.
Do not be confused the act of just opening a garage door to stand and BS with a friend or neighbor is not the official opener until the Mayor Joe Souchery calls it or an appointed deputy Mayor.
I did not know you where a GL'er, nice to know there's another one out there.
I'll bring my sawzall for when it's your turn to get out of the club.
I am not so sure that would be a good idea?
-- Edited by 69SSConv on Saturday 26th of March 2011 07:41:29 PM