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I had a perfectly good driver hot rod..................right? What does one do? Take it apart!
Here is my latest endeavor, revisiting my 59 Bel Air. I will keep the original paint, and the overall look of the car won't change much. I'll even see how much of the original interior I elect to maintain. That's where it stops. My goal is to improve the car in these areas. -Handling. A nice stiff chassis to take the squeaks and rattles out of the car and maintain a great ride quality. Not that I plan to autocross this, there is definitely room for improvement. I am thinking a 12" wide rear tire which may require mini tubs. 10" wide rubber in the front. -Braking. It stops well now, it can be better. An engineered chassis and brake system will improve overall braking and thus predictability. I'll be limited in brakes as I am going to maintain a 15" wheel so I have no issue with the hardcore 1964 and earlier events. (I'll just keep the hood closed) -Comfort. Vintage Air HVAC as well as revisiting the seats. I am wanting to keep the bench seats and the overall feel of the interior. Modern foam in the seat so as I feel a bit more "planted" while in it. I suppose there may be some mods to the seat frame so I can get some lumbar support and perhaps a bit better ergonomics. We will see there. LOTS of sound deadener! -Power. LS3 / 480hp with 4L70E Connect and Cruise -Theme. The theme wont necessarily change much. I want a car that looks like it got parked in the mid 60's, and then recommissioned recently. My original vision was a car that could have been parked around Gasoline Alley in mid May of 63-65. On the docket........................ 1. Roadster Shop chassis 2. GM Connect & Cruise power 3. Refinish the underside and engine compartment to the standards of a modern build. I am drawn to an OE feel and sensibility. Before disassembly........... ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() |
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And now the fab work begins..............
The new hat channels for the additional body mounts and the floorpan mods to fit the new chassis. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() The chassis fits like a glove! Plenty of room for rubber and what looks to be a killer ride height. ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() ![]() So.................that's where all of my lunch money is going! |
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markinnaples (01-29-2018) |
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Looks great work! Very nice to see rust free metal for a change...
Look forward to see it every step of the way. Dave 67 Nova Boy |
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Love it! Great craftsmanship.
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Rick Nelson Musclecar Restoration and Design, Inc www.musclecarrestorationanddesign.com https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=62r-6vgk2_8 specializing in (only real) LS6 Chevelle restorations |
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That is one rust free 59..............love those bat wing 59.Trunk lid are very tough to find.Bob
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Sounds like a case of Kwhizz-itus to me. Very nice.
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Arrowsmith (06-10-2018) |
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