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I finally figured out this Flickr thing a little. Been slowly working on the Chevelle. Slightly modified Nascar chassis, tires and wheels out of my assortment. Just because I like the sound of big blocks I decided on a 409. Made up a set of 180* headers (first time), starting to work on interior sheet metal tomorrow.
Rett
:) Whoa, Rett. Looking good already.
Looking good!!
nice one Rett! looking forward to seeing it finished!
Man..the set on this is chev is killer from the start Rett. Chevelles' sure make GREAT short trackers...don't they? Good job on the 180 headers. What color scheme are you thinking about on this bad boy?
Quote from: Gary Davis on September 01, 2017, 11:50:33 AM
Man..the set on this is chev is killer from the start Rett. Chevelles' sure make GREAT short trackers...don't they? Good job on the 180 headers. What color scheme are you thinking about on this bad boy?
Right now, (Ha) Black and Dark Blue on top. Ha, means that's subject to change!!! LOL Got some interior work done today, routed the exhaust. I've been a little busy lately so do an hour here and an hour there. It's coming tho!!!
Rett
Nice!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Looking great so far, keep us updated.
Bob
I see I'm not the only one like using the old Nascar frame under different builds
Quote from: Charlie.D on September 05, 2017, 06:55:07 PM
I see I'm not the only one like using the old Nascar frame under different builds
Yeah, I've done a few with the nascar frames. Learned that from Ponch I think....As I said before, a little here, a little there, it's coming along. Right now, I'm prepping for Hurricane Irma,,hoping I don't have to evacuate......
:) Yes, Rett. With that storm. Do be careful. Sounds like another bad one.
At this point, it seems like Irma is going up the east coast of Florida. I live on the west coast, about 6-8 miles straight in from the gulf. We are expecting a lot of wind but not a direct hit (so far). I've taken some precautions that are needed. If it changes, we will haul butt out of here, up 19 to Indiana probably...Hoping for the best. Gee, I want to finish this Chevelle! LOL
Do be save Rett. I have a few good friends that reside in or around your area. One in Plant city and the other in Clearwater ( right on the Gulf coast like you).
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Finally done with everything underneath. Came out pretty I think. On to body work, paint and lettering. Good thing I had two bodies, I cracked one pretty bad. Haste makes waste! I'll never learn!!!
Man....that rolling chassis looks GREAT Rett! Looking forward to seeing the body on this bad boy...
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Got the body work done today. All prepped for IRMA, so had nothing better to do right now. Thought I'd post these in case everything gets wiped out I'd still have to pic on the forum. Really starting to like this one, even if it is a Bowtie! Just joking, I raced Fords, love Fords, but I've got two Chevies in my driveway.....lol
I like the way this chevy looks too.. Rett.
Rhett;
If you quit right where you are, the car would be outstanding just for its clean build, and wicked stance. Everything beyond that is gravy.
Olderndirt
Really nice work there Rett! Going to be a good looking racer. Keep posting updates and hope you stay dry.
tb 8)
Looks fast - nice work!
Like the rest have said this is one mighty fine looking Chevelle. Really like the way it is all hunkered down and that 180 exhaust is killer.
Well, guys, I made it thru the storm. It took a slight turn to the east just before it hit us head on! Hope none of my Florida buddies got it. (Mark Box, Randy and a couple others}. I was able to get one color (black) done before I left for Wisconsin. My son paid for a flight up and back to his place in Michigan for my birthday. We then took his truck to Milwaukee for a Hales Corners Speedway Reunion! What a blast! Got to see and talk to a lot of my old racing friends from back in the 60's and 70's!!! What a birthday I had!!! Plus got to see my, almost 98 yr old mother who is going strong. I'm home now, a happy camper. Hope to get back to this '67 in a day or two.....
Rett
BTW, tks for all your concerns regarding the hurricanE!
It's good to hear ALL positives from your end Rett. Looking forward to your next update on this bad boy.
"Irma-Schmirma". . . "Michigan-Schmichigan" . . . where's my Chevelle Late Model? ;D ;D ;D ;D
Quote from: David Bogard on September 19, 2017, 06:58:16 PM
"Irma-Schmirma". . . "Michigan-Schmichigan" . . . where's my Chevelle Late Model? ;D ;D ;D ;D
LMBO!!!!! It's coming, slowly!
That is really sweet looking chevelle you have built there
looks sweet...great job on the headers!
Superb build so far. Cant wait for more updates and the final product.
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Rett
Came out looking pretty good to me! It indeed has a little Smokey Yunick flair to it!!
It looks KILLER to me Also Rett. Got the SMOKEY sponsor to boot. What's not to like...it's KOOL!!!
I like it Rett, nice building!
Sweet Chevelle, Rett!!! Very nicely done!!!🤗👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🏁
Great looking build!!
Came out real nice! IMO
Thanks guys, I appreciate the comments. Think I'm going to try and restore a '62 Ford so I can build one of my old race cars. It's old and sort of brittle so may take some time and TLC....that is unless something else pops up in my head on my way to the work bench, lol. That's just the way I roll (as they say these days1)
Rett
:) One of your best, Rett.
Chassis looks great Rett!!!!!
Nice looking late model, love your choice of power.
Rich
Very nice looking build, I think it turned out great. Nice work.
Bob
Well it looks good to me, nice job on a classic body style.