Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

can you inform me of the kind of paint that you used on the suspension parts?

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

David, The steering box and components, firewall and floor bottom are SEM Hot Rod black, the frame, rear, leafs and suspension are gloss black powdercoat.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Just got this photo from the chassis guy (who is a madman) that said "wait till you see it tomorrow night".
https://i.imgur.com/khPeSMI.jpg

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Your work is making me to have to tear my car again and make it better. Damn You! <gr>

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Great work car looks awesome ! Thats the way to build one!

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

I need to move north so the downtime is more "project friendly". Or maybe I could just quit my job so I can work on cars more. :D

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Means a lot coming from you! Thanks.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Here we go, these are the pics I got after ONE DAY in the chassis shop!
https://i.imgur.com/sAYAsFf.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/RArnp6T.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/L8Zqgts.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/zcwC8ss.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/iCaqSqT.jpg

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Amazing, dropped it off Monday and he started fabbing Tuesday. Picking it up tomorrow.
https://i.imgur.com/UcGQRij.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/jinRBYo.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/awUCJXf.jpg

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Todd , when do you think he will get started...... dang

Looking good....

Like other have said your making some of us look bag . LOL

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Thank you, gonna be a tough road in reassembly but we'll keep after it.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Just left the painters, unfortunately he can't take it till the beginning of Jan. (I had hoped next week) but we'll keep after it till then.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

I like how they did that back section. What color are you going with?

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

He didn't like the rear bars being so long, he said this would be a lot more support. I think we're going to the paint store today to nail a color down.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

White with white bumpers would be nice. There's a guy in your area that does nice powder coating for the bumpers. ;) -Al

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

She did say all trim and bumpers black.:eek:

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Car is home, cage will work out nicely. Floor is plated and has bars running to all four leaf spring mounting locations and looks as if we can get the interior in. Went to the paint shop today and I think she was a little overwhelmed with all the options but at this point shes liking the "cumulus grey metalic".
https://i.imgur.com/z7x7pNT.jpg

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Todd, I'm available for adoption if the whim ever hits...:p

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

You know I might could use another Kid tax credit!:D

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

My boss has been restoring a 67 El Camino , Its dodge Daytona color called flamed red... Most the trim , bumpers and wheels are black . If she would like I could some some photos by the way of Smart phones .... LOL
I'm kind backward or I would post here.... Haha

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Nick, Thanks. 941-737-7372

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Christmas is here and we're leaving Tuesday the 26th for Autumn's Frank Hawley school on Wed.-Thurs., then were staying in Gainesville to race the Jr. for the New Year Nationals so no work for a while. I'll update when I have something, but until then everyone have Merry Christmas and a safe and healthy New Year!

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

In the shop prepping today to leave tonight headed to Gainesville and the Jerico racepak kit from Advanced Clutches showed up.
https://i.imgur.com/1xOZkG5.jpg

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Todd , just saw your reply ... I'll get some photo's tonight.... Christmas slowed me down...LOL

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Got'em, thanks.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Here are some photos from the first day at Frank Hawley. Had a COPO here for a "bring your car" course. Autumn did very well on her first day and more importantly she had a blast.
https://i.imgur.com/Nybr2iy.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/5q3SZwI.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/sh2sR2U.jpg
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6oAO3e7KFSU

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Looks like a blast!
Now, how do you get her back in that "slow" stocker? :-)

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

She definitely has the fever after 2 days of fun. Much success this coming season 2018
Jerry

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

She said the auto trans. leaves plenty of time to wave at the fans in the stands.:D

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Who built the stocker engine?

May have to come over and see her run the car when your done.

Happy New Year from the Mermaid Capitol of the World !

Glenn

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Hey Glenn, the engine was built up north, I think something Clarke machine? We're checking it and running as is.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Todd............Clarke Valve Grinding did the motor ( Don Quinn )

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Todd
She looked awesome, agree with Dave she may say "Dad the nova is too slow for me" LOL

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Todd,
Is your Nova the Bill Belden car that was for sale 1 1/2 years ago ? BTW nice detail on your build !

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

That name does sound vaguely familiar.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

After the first pass she did mention "we may need a super gas car" LOL.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Joe, Yes it is. I believe Bill had it for sale for some time.

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Save some money and head straight to T/F. lol

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

LMAO Can't afford the fuel!

Re: H-I-J '76 Nova re-fit.
 

Going to gather the next round of powdercoat today, was going to start blasting it all but too rainy and wet so maybe tomorrow. I did however score this little gem over the holidays.
https://i.imgur.com/RgVhewU.jpg