Nine years in the making......Getting closer to done
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10/19/10 12:45 AM
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In the process of redoing the post with pictures after "photobucket" screwed everyone up with their attempted extortion! (please bear with me....) re-creating at the end of this string of missing pictures. Go down and you will start to see pictures. Well...... This isn't working at all! pictures can't be added without exceeding data limits per post. Perhaps I will start all over again and delete this thread. And here it is after hauling it up from Indiana to Minnesota (I was pumped!) Original owner wanted the "Landau" vinyl roof but was told he couldn't get it on an R/T so he ordered it without a vinyl and had the dealer install one. The hood had been stolen and the roof had some rust holes from the saltwater air exposure while the original owner was stationed at Patrick AFB in Cocoa Beach Fla. So one of the first things I did was replace the roof skin with a nice one off a 1974 parts car I bought, Then I was able to find a hood up in Canada. I also restored the correct date coded 15" rally wheels. The car didn't look too bad from a distance as far as rust went.... but, it was rusty in some odd spots (again, I assume from the saltwater air) much different from the Minnesota rust I'm used to. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/5u.jpg[/img] Using pieces off the '74 donor car. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/bfgt.jpg[/img] Replaced the driver's side floor pan. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/chgrbtm2-1.jpg[/img] Had some normal rust in the corner of the doors. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00080.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00110.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00111.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00112.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00114-1.jpg[/img] Fabbed up a new piece. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00121.jpg[/img] Test fit. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00122.jpg[/img] Welded in from the inside. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00123.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00124.jpg[/img] I left the original edge all the way around and filleted the rust out. Then made a patch for the outer skin. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00138.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00140.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00143.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00144.jpg[/img] more rust removal and metal fabrication. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00089.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00090.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00092.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00091.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00094.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00093.jpg[/img] Wheel tub. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00108-1.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00109-1.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00162.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00163.jpg[/img] Lower quarter. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00160.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00165.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSsC00110.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSsC00111.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSsC00111.jpg[/img] While spraying the jambs, shot the driver's floor pan. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSsC00126.jpg[/img] Some interior going back in. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00191.jpg[/img] In goes the motor. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00203.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00194.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00196.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00012-2.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00211.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00212.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC00213.jpg[/img] Had to grind off the molding clip studs on the roof from the '74 position and weld on new studs in the '71 position. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0144.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/DSC00338.jpg[/img] Engine in, hood on, sheet metal fitted and it's starting to look more like a car again. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0142.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0153.jpg[/img] Seats recovered and new door panels temporarily installed to keep them out of the way. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0161.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0163.jpg[/img] Underside of the hood jambed and radiator saddle detailed. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0160.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0159.jpg[/img] Tail lights restored and 1971 plate installed in cleaned up bumper. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0265.jpg[/img] I waited a long time for this stage..... Garage cleaned up, more lighting, car disassembled again, masked off and ready to spray. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0276.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0274.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0273.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0269.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0267.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0278.jpg[/img] Base coat. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0279.jpg[/img] Clear flash coat. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0282.jpg[/img] After three more coats of clear. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0283.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0285.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0293.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0294.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0287.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0290.jpg[/img] Unmasked and ready for reassembly.(after a little blocking and buffing). [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0301.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0299.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0302.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0305.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0309.jpg[/img] Preparation and installation of vinyl top. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0316.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0318.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0319.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0320.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0321.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0334.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0340.jpg[/img] First outing. [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0359.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0373.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0368.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0376.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0358.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSCN0352.jpg[/img] And that's where I'm at for now. Hopefully my headliner will come in the next couple of days, then maybe some POLYGLAS G 60 15"s someday,but then no more of this! [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC02783.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC02784.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC02785.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC02786.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC02787.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC02788.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC02789.jpg[/img] [img] http://i228.photobucket.com/albums/ee187/71chargerRapidTransit/My%2071%20R%20T/DSC02790.jpg[/img] that'll make it pretty complete and I'll have to look for another project. I've followed the "Young guns project" in this area of the forum. I've enjoyed seeing Steve's progress so much over the years, I thought I would post some pics of my project as it's come along up to now so maybe someone could be encouraged by seeing the fruits of my labor like I've been encouraged by Steve's hard work and ambition..... So here's the story. I purchased my car in November of 2001 after the world trade center mess and was unsure if it was a wise decision not knowing how the economy was going to go with a threat of more attacks. The car is opted with 440 4bbl, slap stick auto, cruise, A/C, power windows, AM/FM, cassette player/recorder, power brakes (front disc), pedal dress up,15" road wheels, six-way seat and it is a stripe delete car. Original owner tells me he checked off "HEMI" as well as air on the order sheet but was informed he had to choose one or the other, being Oklahoma, A/C was more important to him and he "didn't like the cheesy pop-up scoop anyway" Well, I certainly am glad I got it now. It's been a long haul, on and off, but it's nearing completion (or at least I can enjoy taking it out for a ride anyway). Here is what it looked like from the Ebay pictures
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Re: Nine years in the making......Getting closer to done
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Great craftsmanship! Looks amazing. How did you link multiple pictures in one post?
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Re: Nine years in the making......Getting closer to done
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10/19/10 09:25 PM
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Great craftsmanship! Looks amazing. How did you link multiple pictures in one post?
Thanks, I used "photobucket" and linked the photos to the post as I went along. Write a little then copy & paste the photo link, then write a little more. Just paste the image link in wherever you want it to go.
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Re: Nine years in the making......Getting closer to done
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10/19/10 11:05 PM
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WoW!!! Very cool!
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Re: Nine years in the making......Getting closer to don
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That's one of the sharpest car's I have seen in a while. Color combo really makes it stand out. I think it's cool that you left the landau top on and that you did such nice work yourself. I also liked the photos where you painted it in the garage with the haze still in the air. Joe
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Re: Nine years in the making......Getting closer to don
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10/23/10 03:43 PM
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Thanks Cody, I'm sure you DO have the skills.... I've seen the progress of your Duster and it's looking good! Yes, you can use the pictures for your website! Thanks MRVCODE, I like the looks too but want to get Goodyear Polyglas tires to really give it that "mean" look. GSS340, I'd like to see pictures of the car you found if you would care to share them. JRWOODJOE, BIG thanks for the compliments, it really makes it worth it when others appreciate the workmanship put into a project.... HAZE...yeah, I had to wait til it cleared out just to be able to see the car for a picture! SUPERFREAK, Thanks for the "props", I'd like to see some pics of your project....'69 BEE? My first car in high school was a 69 Super Bee B5 blue with blue interior, white top and white rump stripe. Here is what it looks like today I'm Thinking of seeing if I could buy it back and make it my next project.
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Re: Nine years in the making......Getting closer to don
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What is that other B-body in the back ground? You can see my project in this forum, it's called Carpenters Special.
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10/23/10 10:19 PM
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Lyndon... your car looks fantastic. I can only with mine come's out as good. I really like the color combo and think it was wish to keep the canopy vinyl roof...... enjoy!
Bryan
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Superfreak, sorry for the slow reply... (been very busy lately) First off,Thanks! It's HUGE getting a compliment from somebody that does work of your caliber, I'm impressed with the work you've done! The B-body in the background is a 69 Road Runner 383 4 speed post car that has at least been put inside recently (probably too late) The car is very rough and has the left rear quarter cut off of it. I just went up north yesterday and saw my old car (VERY rough, very sad) and all the other cars this gentleman has. Here's a picture of the Road Runner inside. The car still has the # matching motor and trans. Edison (Bryan), Thanks for the compliments, your car looks interesting. My nephew has a FC7 '70 Bee with a 440 4 speed in it now (originally 383 4 speed car). GSS340 WOW! Did you score big time or what!!!? congratulations on that, and your Son deserves a reward for spotting that, good eyes and GOOD JOB!! KID, Thank you too, Your car looks KILLER!("so mean it scares me") Red lines, black wheels and 5 chrome lug nuts.... VERY COOL! Very nice "simple engine rebuild"!
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Re: Nine years in the making......Getting closer to don
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I just noticed one more thing. If I scroll down sort of fast on the photos of you doing the burnout, it looks like moving picture of you actually doing it.
Joe
Yeah! I've got a couple more series of pictures (of smoke shows)that look like a video if you run through them fast.
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Re: Nine years in the making......Getting closer to don
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12/31/10 01:44 PM
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That is sweet! I have one just like it here. I've had mine for 7 years now and haven't done much to it except for buying some parts when I found them. Mine was pulled from behind a barn in central Ontario and was last on the road in '83. Enjoy your car and exellent work on the resto! Steve Here is a pic of mine in it's current state.
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My '71 is B5, with a B5 interior. My '72 Charger Rallye race car project, I've owned that car for over 15 years. It's A4 light gunmeatal metallic with black guts. I have a 432" Indy headed nitrious motor it should go mid 8's. The '71 is a project I'm going to save for when I'm older. Steve
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WOW Great pictures. I can understand your excitement. That car is Awesome. You do great work and I think were all ready for Spring to get here.
The photos do blend together for the burnout slideshow.
Dennis
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Re: Nine long years.................
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03/05/11 07:30 PM
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Warmed up the garage and put it on......
Now just the tires and I'll be done for a while.
NICE!!!
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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03/11/11 01:31 AM
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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03/11/11 01:33 AM
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Looks sweet!
Its nice to see one in the V4W
That is not seen to often.
Keep it up!
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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03/11/11 02:12 AM
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Looks sweet!
Its nice to see one in the V4W
That is not seen to often.
Keep it up!
Thanks guys, Yes it does feel good to be able to enjoy the car now although there seems to always be something more that can be done so they're never really finished.
71383bee: The car is not really coded V4W as that option was not available with the R/T package (for what reason I still don't know) but the original owner ordered it with the white "landau" (canopy) top and was told he couldn't get it that way, only full vinyl or no vinyl, so he ordered it without a vinyl and had the dealer install one. So, I wanted to stay faithful to the way the car was delivered to the original owner..... and I also am partial to the look as I used to own a '71 in high school that was B5 blue and had a white canopy top (not an R/T) in fact here's a picture of it, mirrored windows and all......
So this car kind of brings me back to the high school day memories only its the real deal!
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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04/02/11 11:35 AM
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Thanks CDN72SE, Even though it might look like a lot of pictures, I wish I had taken more pictures along the way as there was much more involved and a lot I just did when I'd get going and then would think oh, dang I wish I had pictures of what it looked like before. but again thank you I do appreciate someone else enjoying the build process as I did.
gss, Thank you too, Yes, I like the look of the landau better myself and was glad that the original owner had the dealer install one so I could keep the car all "correct" as delivered to the original owner. I haven't been able to find anyone that knows WHY they didn't offer the R/T with a landau vinyl and would love to find out the reasoning behind it.
Limelite, Thank you as well, I'm very happy with the car (even though I can pick out all the flaws) and enjoy the way heads turn and comments get shouted across the parking lot as you get in it or drive by, that's the cool stuff... when others enjoy it as well!
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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05/01/11 09:05 AM
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Looks great! I've been very, very slowly getting my 71 R/T into shape. Got most of the sheetmetal tackled last year. I'm overseas right now but when I get back in a few months I should finally be able to get her into paint! Seeing success stories like your's and the young guns super bee certainly helps keep the motivation up.
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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05/02/11 11:06 AM
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It's a B-5 blue w/black vinyl top 440/4 speed car. Bought it out of Pennsylvania about 10 yrs ago. Right now it's just a shell and still has some sheetmetal work to do before it goes into paint, but it's much much closer than it was even last winter (09-10). I hardly have any of the photos of the car with me, I've attached one of it last yr while the passenger quarter was off.
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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05/04/11 09:07 AM
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Used an AMD quarter on that side, used a partial donor quarter on the driver side. The guy who did the work said the AMD quarter was one of the best aftermarket ones he's ever worked with.
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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07/01/11 11:52 AM
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Here's how I blacked out the rear wheel wells.....Special rubberized coating...... very fun process of applying it! click on picture for video.
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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01/11/12 07:06 PM
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Thanks Mike. VERY NICE CAR! Is yours an original Elastomeric bumper car? Looks like California plates, is that where you picked it up?
yes, car came from Lancaster, Ca and yes, it has rubber bumpers, has 55K miles. I did cheat and have the original engine rebuilt for care free driving.
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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10/24/12 10:18 PM
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Thanks 68killer, Yeah the fronts look especially wimpy..... I just had to try them for a showing. Steve, Thanks for the Props! Your thread was what inspired me to keep on going on my car. Your car looks GREAT although it looks like you may need a set of mud flaps for those Monsters. Scatpacktom, Thanks. I'm with YOU on this one! I think I'll stick with the Polyglas and rallye's. It would be a shame to use them on a trailer. I think the Dodge boys did a pretty good job hitting the bullseye on looks back in '71.
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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Looks way better with the correct wheels and tires
Agreed...
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Re: Nine long years.................DONE!!!!
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02/27/21 09:31 PM
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I don't think it is, but i don't know that for sure. I bought the car in Nov. 2001 and was told by the second owner it had sat in storage for 15 years (Oklahoma). That would bring us back to '86.... First owner said he had a relative with a small car lot sell it for him because it was getting kind of shabby. He was also from Oklahoma.... The first owner was stationed (Air Force) for some time in Cocoa beach Fla. and said that is were it picked up the rust. It would have had to deteriorate pretty much in those three years. The next time I talk to the original owner, I'll ask if he ever spent time in Utah. Is there an Air force base near there? Thanks for the reply, another possible part of the story to try and track down. Talked to the original owner. He said its been through Utah but never resided there. Different car.....
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