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Kev's 1979 Monte Carlo (frame off project)

Old May 20, 2011 | 04:32 PM
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i think you pritty much sealed the deal for me my frame is getting covered por15 looks beautiful! keep up the good work!
 
Old May 22, 2011 | 04:14 AM
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thx guys!

yesterday I sprayed the inside of the frame with some rust protector. its a kind of grease / spray lubricate that keeps away rust and water. I put the rear back together just to see if all parts fit. I'll replace the stock rear end with a 8.5" grand national or better with a ford 9".




SPC front arms and Howe tall lower balljoints





still looking to get some nice wheels again



can't wait to get this in the frame



my barn



and maybe next week I'll get the LS1 engine
 
Old May 22, 2011 | 04:33 AM
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Hi `Kevin,
I admire your dedication 4 perfection 4-Sure.
Your Web Site is SuperSuper & so is
your project.
I've enjoyed reading & viewing your progress.
Thanks for posting & sharing.
Keep `up the excellent work
&
Good Luck
 
Old May 28, 2011 | 03:30 PM
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thanks!!!!

not too much work done today. here some pics:

motor mounts waiting for work




I was kinda bored and "test fitted" one of the 295/35-18 tires.. wow I hear mini tub and wide fenders LOL



 
Old Jun 5, 2011 | 11:51 AM
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so I wanted to see how the tranny looks "in place"



and here I cut the knuckles for 13" C5 brakes


 
Old Jun 11, 2011 | 12:24 PM
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still have to wait for some more parts so today I got all the interior & wiring out and test fitted the 59 bel air dash. still need a few more cuts & welds but you got the idea




 
Old Jun 11, 2011 | 04:52 PM
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Awsome undertaking Kev. I have to admire anyone with enough skill to pull off a project like this one.
 
Old Nov 29, 2011 | 10:38 AM
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thx Tadd!

no progress at this time - just received few little parts from Spohn

 
Old Dec 19, 2011 | 09:41 AM
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just received moar parts today! corvette c5 calipers

 
Old Dec 19, 2011 | 08:52 PM
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Those are nice. are you gonna paint them.
 

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