Also new
#1
10-29-2009, 07:22 PM
Also new
Whats going on people?
Lets see, I have a 1985 monte carlo SS that my mom bought brand spanking new back in the day. When I turned 18 she handed it over to me and I've had it ever since (10 years now). I am currently restoring it with my wife and we are still trying to figure out what motor to put into it, exhaust, etc. I'm hoping here I can get some good ideas/feedback to help me get this baby looking and driving good.
take care
aw9d
Lets see, I have a 1985 monte carlo SS that my mom bought brand spanking new back in the day. When I turned 18 she handed it over to me and I've had it ever since (10 years now). I am currently restoring it with my wife and we are still trying to figure out what motor to put into it, exhaust, etc. I'm hoping here I can get some good ideas/feedback to help me get this baby looking and driving good.
take care
aw9d
#3
10-29-2009, 07:31 PM
Actually I don't have any pic's of it right now.. But I'll see what I can do about that.. its sitting on jack stands for a few days now. I've been putting all new rubber under the car when i get free time.
which free time is hard to get these days...
which free time is hard to get these days...
#5
10-29-2009, 07:42 PM
Welcome to the MCF family.
As for the engine, there's no replacement for displacement. Go for a bored n stroked big block! Got a friend that built a 596 from a 454. On the other hand, the new LS small blocks crank out more power than ANY old small block EVER put out stock. LS2s are plentiful and powerful. Good start.
As for the engine, there's no replacement for displacement. Go for a bored n stroked big block! Got a friend that built a 596 from a 454. On the other hand, the new LS small blocks crank out more power than ANY old small block EVER put out stock. LS2s are plentiful and powerful. Good start.
#7
10-29-2009, 11:45 PM
you really wanna bring her back to life....go SBC or go home!
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/NAL-19201990
we can dream cant we...
but honestly..id keep her stock for as long as possible....my Impala even had the original carburetor......drive it the way chevy intended!
http://www.summitracing.com/parts/NAL-19201990
we can dream cant we...
but honestly..id keep her stock for as long as possible....my Impala even had the original carburetor......drive it the way chevy intended!
Last edited by Tavi07SS; 10-29-2009 at 11:51 PM. Reason: my 2 cents
#9
10-30-2009, 04:29 AM
Welcome to our Monte Carlo Family.
We look 4ward to seeing pictures of your Monte &
hearing all about your restore.
Wish you the best of luck in getting your Monte the
way that you want.
EnJoy the MCF & post your questions & hopefully
our super member's will be able to assist.
EnJoy your Monte & 'Life
We look 4ward to seeing pictures of your Monte &
hearing all about your restore.
Wish you the best of luck in getting your Monte the
way that you want.
EnJoy the MCF & post your questions & hopefully
our super member's will be able to assist.
EnJoy your Monte & 'Life
#10
10-30-2009, 10:31 AM
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