Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Braille has their own slick mount for that battery... https://www.braillebattery.com/index...inum_mount_kit I elected to just use the factory tray on the Camaro and fabricated my own simple mount strap.

I do own one of the Braille battery chargers, but ended up just using our old utility charger for the most part. Does not seem to have impaired the performance/lifespan of the battery in any way.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

I'll do the same, just a strap and the factory box.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Wrestled the u-joints in and got the driveshaft installed. More wiring and made some coolant hoses today. I have been avoiding trying to align the fenders because I hate it (and I suck at it). It ain't pretty but other than ordering some shims for the bottom of the fenders i'm over it and done messing with it. So till tomorrow, here are some pics.
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Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Not a whole lot to report from the Sunday thrash. Still working on wiring but at least we are seeing some stuff actually turn on. Made some templates for more brackets then went home and ordered more parts.
https://i.imgur.com/eQlJ92b.jpg
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Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Says you can have it by the 28th if still interested. https://www.ebay.com/i/153130882196?ul_noapp=true

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

he needs for a GM that is for a FORD--

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Ebay changed the link somehow...it clearly showed a 3003 earlier.

Edit - They changed it again...showing a different item and another date as well as being out of stock lol.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Seems they all say that but when questioned they're "out of stock". I need one bad too!

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

I have called everyone on the internet... and they all say "oh sorry, out of stock".

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

My buddy came by today and picked up the templates for the fuel cell brackets and the weight tanks. Dropped off the carb to another buddy and he'll check the carb for warpage and put new gaskets in it.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

You would think there would be at least one other manufacturer producing a similar product. :confused:

No idea what I am looking at here... https://www.ebay.com/sch/m.html?_odk...e+hub&_sacat=0

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

NRG Innovations makes one but it seems it will push the wheel out too far. That's the only other one I could find.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

They also have to be SFI 42-1 to be NHRA legal.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

I don't see that requirement in the rule book in stock or general rules. I see where it must be welded. And I don't remember anywhere on the tech card for that. I have had the weld looked at on mine but never asked about an sfi number. Perhaps a different steering wheel would be easier to find a quick disconnect for.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

My Grant certainly isnt welded...it's inner spline is simply held in place by the factory nut. I don't see it being any less safe than the standard factory setup on these older vehicles.

http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/q...psv7wv6wdw.jpg

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

You're correct, the SFI spec is for 7.50 and quicker. I need a hub that doesn't move the wheel back because she's so close to the wheel already, that's why I wanted this particular one.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Rich, sometimes these rules are so darned hard to interpret, I did e-mail NHRA tech concerning this and was told the factory column with the adapter bolted on IS indeed legal for competition.

Oh and I really need to get me one of them '67 Camaros!

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

If my partner ever decides to sell I'll give you a shout...I'm sticking with the El Camino myself. :D I solved all my wheel problems on the Camino by installing swing-out bars and a factory tilt column. ;)

http://i434.photobucket.com/albums/q...psdzaimca4.jpg

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Love the Elco! That white bar is beyond sweet!

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

General regulations require it be welded. Whoever replied to your email must have only looked in the "Stock" section of the rule. I got caught on it is how I know. I got mine from Summit and don't think it moved the wheel at all.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

If that is the actual case and was called on it I would just go with the swing-out bar myself...makes all the difference in the world getting in and out of many of these cars. Those high side bolsters on the aluminum seats compound the problem.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Thank you. And which one did you use?

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

I am a long way from the car, but knowing me it was the cheapest!

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Haha gotcha thanks.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Todd the car is a piece of art. Attention to detail is breath taking.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Thanks Nick, Much appreciated. It's been a great ride so far. The real fun will be next year when we see how good we are at making this thing haul *****!

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Been a rough week at work so far and I haven't gotten anything done. Autumn has been running parts around after school and I finally got in the shop for a couple hours today. Made the last ground strap, the starter cable, and it actually turned over for a second so that works. Started working on the brake pressure gauge so I can get the last flex hose made this week to button up the brake system.
https://i.imgur.com/p32RVCI.jpg
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Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

How does a 20 minute job take 3 hours! My wife simply calls it... car time. :D:D
Made a thread chase to work on the wheel stud threads, got them all straightened out. Put a new set of studs in and finally got the rear back together. Brakes are on, brake lines are on, pressure gauge is mounted and plumbed too. We started to run the fuel lines for the final time too. Autumn worked on the tank brackets and of coarse drilling and tapping the radiator for no other reason than why not change EVERYTHING since that is our current theme. :D Back at it tomorrow!
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Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Hey Todd,

When you do it RIGHT the first time, you will never have to touch it again, no matter what the project is. Obviously, you and your daughter are doing it RIGHT.....

Congrats on the build, it is Very Special!!!!


Gary Merrick
3522 Stock

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Thank you Gary.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

On the ground today, took it outside to turn it around, just can't get the door open enough against the wall to get the belts in and a couple wiring bits. Making fuel lines and getting mounting holes drilled for the fuel tank. Also wrapping some fuel lines so no chafing.
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Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

are you going to dimple die the holes on the fuel cell mount?

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

No, I don't have a set of dies.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

I don't know if NHRA is enforcing it,but a few years back they wanted straps to mount the fuel cell not brackets.I tried to get one with brackets (RCI,JAZ,Summit,etc.) 2 yrs.ago,no luck.Got a RCI with straps. Nice build btw,should be a contender for "Best Appearing". gsa612

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

These are some wonderful life memories you are making with your daughter.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Thank you. I'm sure I missed some of the rules and we may get dinged on a few. I'm learning a lot as we go though. Thanks for the heads up.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Thank you, it's been awesome.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Todd, I want to quote this and say the same thing! I have followed your build since you started and it has been a great honor to see you and Autumn putting this car together. Your attention to detail, and the fact that you've incorporated her so much in the process makes it even more special.

Now to my questions: Is this a race car? Or a show car? (just kidding)

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Thank you, I can't even hardly believe she has been here every minute she's hasn't been in school or sick. And I promise you... we are going to race the paint right off this thing! :D

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

As the father of a daughter, I can't begin to tell you how valuable, and how fleeting, this time is. Keep up the good work.