Fastlane Fairlane [Archive]

Steve1968LS2

09-08-2007, 10:21 AM

Time to put some power into my '70 Ford Fairlane.

The original engine wasn't too bad, except is was SLOW (17.64 at 77 mph.. lol)

And the oil leaks kept getting worse and worse. At idle the oil light would come on. Is that bad?

I can't stand oil leaks so it was time for action..

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Anyone in SoCal need a 302 and C4 trans core?

Best Of Show then spent 4 days scraping the engine bay, degreesing it and then we sprayed it low gloss black. The underside of the whole car was scraped clean (we found zero rust) then coated in black undercoat. With the new rear, alum driveshaft and new tranny it should look very sanitary when done.

The car is a driver, not a show car but it will still be pretty nice with an old school vibe.

After I run 11.80s a couple of times I might put in a TKO600 and AC system. Maybe a trip to Chris Alson for some Total Control stuff.

Then I will sell her and start the next project, trying to figure out what that might be. 70 Monte Carlo? :shrug:

Anyways, I post progress pics as I go. The full story will be covered in PHR.

dropit69

09-08-2007, 10:25 AM

looking good Steve..that is a cool car all around..a monte would be cool..not seen one of them done up right ..!!!

jack67rs

09-08-2007, 11:51 AM

looking good Steve..that is a cool car all around..a monte would be cool..not seen one of them done up right ..!!!

maybe he can do a monte too!! :rolleyes: 6 seconds faster, that will be some ride! Are you going to run your camaro too?

Restomod

09-08-2007, 03:43 PM

[quote=Steve1968LS2] At idle the oil light would come on. Is that bad?[quote]

Not for a Ford!! Cant wait to see the results of the swap.

4MuscleMachines

09-08-2007, 03:56 PM

Do you have any pics of the motorless engine bay after it was redone? I am sure it is worth seeing. :drool:

Steve1968LS2

09-08-2007, 04:32 PM

Do you have any pics of the motorless engine bay after it was redone? I am sure it is worth seeing. :drool:

I will next week.. We just scubbed it down, cleaned it off and shot it low gloss SEM paint (same as the hood). Nothing super fancy, just clean.

The new engine is the 408 I just built. It put out 550/530 on the engine dyno.

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Steve1968LS2

09-08-2007, 04:33 PM

maybe he can do a monte too!! :rolleyes: 6 seconds faster, that will be some ride! Are you going to run your camaro too?

Yea, once I find some drag tires to borrow :)

Steve1968LS2

09-10-2007, 06:45 PM

New engine in place.. now for the hard part.

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GT500KR_Vert

09-10-2007, 08:16 PM

Steve,

you might also want to upgrade your brake system to slow that big old thing down!

Steve1968LS2

09-10-2007, 09:11 PM

Steve,

you might also want to upgrade your brake system to slow that big old thing down!

I did.. a very simple 4-wheel disc system. I'm a lover of manual brakes ;)

I may try a power assist system on this car eventually though

steemin

09-11-2007, 05:39 AM

Looking good Steve.
I really like the budget no over the top frills projects that you guys are taking on. I am looking for something like that myself.
I certainly enjoy looking at all the "pretty" parts but I am starting to come to the realization that driving is a lot more fun than cleaning.
Scott

David Sloan

09-11-2007, 10:22 AM

Looks killer Steve!

jaybee

09-11-2007, 01:11 PM

Steve, did you do anything with the power steering?

705.0Merc

09-11-2007, 02:53 PM

Nice car! Motor looks good. That thing will twist like my car, time for a cage...

Steve1968LS2

09-11-2007, 05:47 PM

Steve, did you do anything with the power steering?

Ford power steering is hopeless.. that ram-deal is just junk. I put a new one on to stop leaks but it will still be sloopy.

Gotta do a rack/pinion conversion I guess... GM is SOOOOO much easier..

Today I got to experience the joys of engine plates and Fords.. :pat:

Rolling_Thunder

09-11-2007, 08:50 PM

Looks good Steve - keep up the good work... I love manual brakes too... didnt stop me from putting on a hydroboost on my Charger

NRV051

09-12-2007, 12:25 PM

Killer as always Steve.

Steve1968LS2

09-12-2007, 05:42 PM

Today we installed the March pully system. I would just like to say that the kit lined up perfectly and fit like a glove. Not an easy task on a Ford engine. Nice to have serpentine belts.

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We also installed the Hughes trans and a few other things. Just need to install the cooling system, wire up the engine and install the ratchet TCI shifter. Learning a LOT about Fords...

Jims78elky

09-12-2007, 05:58 PM

We also installed the Hughes trans and a few other things. Just need to install the cooling system, wire up the engine and install the ratchet TCI shifter. Learning a LOT about Fords...

A good ford tool! :lmao:

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J/K All you ford guys! Had a 68 Mustang fastback one time,there
very fun cars.Sorry that your gonna sell this one Steve,such a
good little cruiser.Nice engine buy the way.Looks very good.

Seen the update on penny...man she is looking slick! :woot:

-Jim

MZ 500

09-12-2007, 06:39 PM

Looking good Steve I haven't seen you at the torinocobra forum in some time you should stop by and post your updates.

Here's a few pics of My Torino.

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Sub frame conectors are in

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Steve1968LS2

09-12-2007, 08:28 PM

Nice, my car need SFCs SOOOOO bad.. good work!

Yea, when they had the board issues over there it screwed me all up. I need to re-register.

MZ 500

09-13-2007, 10:27 AM

Mike has things working much better now. hope to see you there my user name is the same.

I started getting PHR when you got the fairlane project. I am puting a 351w in my Torino as well with a AOD behind it and I just got got a 9" rear housing last weekend.

Part Time

09-13-2007, 01:53 PM

Then I will sell her and start the next project, trying to figure out what that might be. 70 Monte Carlo? :shrug:

How about doing a 70-74 nova? Love to see what you'd come up with.

Steve1968LS2

09-13-2007, 03:30 PM

Then I will sell her and start the next project, trying to figure out what that might be. 70 Monte Carlo? :shrug:

How about doing a 70-74 nova? Love to see what you'd come up with.

A Nova like that is on my "short list" of project cars.. :)

Installed the SUMMIT radiator today and all the cooling system. The holley throttle bracket may be $95 but it's worth every single penny, it's SOOOO nice.

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Restomod

09-13-2007, 04:19 PM

GM Used the same ps valves!!!!

a62belair

09-14-2007, 02:23 AM

How about that '62 in the backround? I'd love some fodder for my redux.
Thanks for the articles, I read the religiously. :cool:

Steve1968LS2

09-18-2007, 05:52 PM

BMF Machine

09-18-2007, 06:00 PM

The full story will be covered in PHR.

:kewlpics:

now to the point,

MEDIA WHORE! Dag gone I though Bill was bad???lol

Kewl Project! I am super fond of 69 fairlanes, i would love to beef one up, but my 01 Power stroke seamed to misplace it's second gear, got to get a locked up converter while the Trans is out! i got two kids and can't afford such a build on a car, so I will enjoy looking at yours!

GT500KR_Vert

09-18-2007, 08:13 PM

Looks Great!

trapin

09-19-2007, 01:46 PM

Cool car. Can't wait to see the numbers.

6'9"Witha69

09-19-2007, 02:17 PM

You think it can take the Chevelle?

Rybar

09-19-2007, 02:24 PM

Looks good Steve. Hey are you gonna spray this motor vs the Chevelle?

Steve1968LS2

09-19-2007, 02:37 PM

You think it can take the Chevelle?

Well, I have the weight advantage and he has a hp/tq advantage. Plus I feel my car will be better set-up.

Oh, and I'm not afraid to cheat ;)

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:thankyou:

Steve1968LS2

09-19-2007, 02:38 PM

The plan is to try to take him NA.. I'll be happy if I'm only beat by a little bit considering how much cheaper my car is. and the fact I'm down nearly 90 cubic inches.

BADVELLE

09-19-2007, 02:43 PM

I can't wait to see that Chevelle spank your rear! :spank2:

Just kidding, good luck to both of you.

steemin

09-19-2007, 05:54 PM

Steve,
Wow.
That car has come a long way..
Very clean/well orgainized engine compartment.
I'm telling you the low or no bling factor is the way to go.
It sure makes driving more enjoyable not having to worry
about the weather/rock chips/bugs etc......
As far as your race is concerned heres what you need to do.
Get Hunkins to drink about 3 Red Bulls before the race.
I have seen first hand how these affect him.
He will be so juiced up he won't be able to find 2nd gear.:seizure:
Scott

Joey_H

09-19-2007, 06:01 PM

Sweet car! Do you think you'll be able to take it to Cruisin' for a Cure this coming Saturday???

Steve1968LS2

09-19-2007, 06:06 PM

Sweet car! Do you think you'll be able to take it to Cruisin' for a Cure this coming Saturday???

No, I was going to but magazine deadlines means I can shoot the exhaust install until Oct 1st.

Kinda loud to drive open header.. lol

I hope to go look around..

Jims78elky

09-19-2007, 10:55 PM

No, I was going to but magazine deadlines means I can shoot the exhaust install until Oct 1st.

Kinda loud to drive open header.. lol..

Hey a cheaply fix!

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But a couple of these bad boys..2X $25.99 Bolt them right
off the collectors!..and roll that bad boy! lol,..Hey I have a
question Steve,how come you changed your radiator cap?

I like the bling one!

before.."bling"

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After..Eh..it works!

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Its all good though! Did you have a prob with the bling one? I love
the way its all turning out,and I hate that your going to sell it soon.

And don't they make a cross brace for the Fairlane? (for the shock towers)

What are your plans after the sale? More goodies for Penny..:ssst:
Or another project,I hear a A-G body might be in your near future?

I would love to see you do a late model Malibu,Monte,Turbo Regal.

-Jim

Steve1968LS2

09-20-2007, 06:30 AM

No problem with the bling one.. it was left over from Penny (came with the AFCO radiator). I'm worried with hood clearance so we will see if it fits. If so I will run the bling version since it's new and this car is supposed to have a more traditional feel to it.

Total Control makes a bar that's close. I might take the car up there for some measurements.

Yea, I wish I could keep it to but I don't have the room to store a bunch of cars and money from this car will fund th next project. I need a warehouse! lol

Don't know about the next project.. I have ideas though ;)

6'9"Witha69

09-20-2007, 08:46 AM

Hey I have a
question Steve,how come you changed your radiator cap?
I like the bling one!
-JimDon't let Charlie hear that!:poke:

TonyL

09-20-2007, 09:09 AM

Don't let Charlie hear that!:poke:

LOL

:P

I still give him crap about that every time I see him.

6'9"Witha69

09-20-2007, 09:12 AM

I was thinking of you when I posted that.

Vinz68

09-20-2007, 09:14 AM

Very cool car Steve, Great meeting you at RTH3.

Steve1968LS2

10-01-2007, 06:46 PM

Very cool car Steve, Great meeting you at RTH3.

Good to meet you too Vinnie.. you're gonna like the January issue of PHR. lol

Let me know when your car is done. :)

Steve1968LS2

10-01-2007, 06:47 PM

Man, the guys at Magnaflow KNOW how to build an exhaust.. the fitment was amazing.

three-inch stainless... I thought they were going to do coated steel but when I got there they had this ready to go on.

The Ford sounds killer, I need to do some tuning now that the exhaust is on and clean up a few things. Oh, and put on the hood. Then I can install a few gauges and widgets.

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69Nova

10-01-2007, 06:48 PM

That exhaust is sweet.

4MuscleMachines

10-01-2007, 09:18 PM

^^x2, plus I love the license plate!

formula98

10-02-2007, 07:22 PM

Wow! I bet it sounds nice.....

Bad94

10-03-2007, 04:38 AM

Steve1968LS2

10-03-2007, 06:43 AM

Steve, do you remember what vavle cover gaskets you used?

Im building a 351W for a 69 Stang i have here and the customer just bought those same covers. The only thing i dont like, is there no grove to hold any gasket.

I was thinking about trying the rubber gasket with the steel washers.

Yea, they are Earl's PRESSURE MASTER gaskets.. best $60 I've spent. I got them from Summit.

They are very good and have zero leakage, highly reccomended. You also don't need to use any RTV or other sealer.

MZ 500

10-03-2007, 08:23 PM

The engine is in and running.. damn this thing is loud open header.. lol

It's at Magnaflow right now getting a system designed. That place has some SERIOUS equipment. Like a machine that can mandrel bend 4-inch pipe..

Thank god I have the GT hood, the air cleaner should JUST clear. (fingers crossed)

Almost time to go open a can of whup-ass on a certain Chevelle ;)

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Looks sweet:hail: can you come make mine look like that :rotfl:
This shot was taken befor I pulled the car apart beleve it or not it ran good at this point it sat for 6 years when I got it. New plug wires, points (yes points) and fuel pump and she fired up it's out now and stored away till the car is farther along then I am going though it and cleaning it up.

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Tony_SS

10-04-2007, 04:29 AM

Steve, sorry it's off topic but can you share with me what camera you are using? The picture quality is amazing.

Steve1968LS2

10-04-2007, 06:14 AM

Steve, sorry it's off topic but can you share with me what camera you are using? The picture quality is amazing.

A Canon 20D ... the newer version is the 30D which you can find sold as Refurb for $800 (just the body).

The replacement to that is the 40D which will set you back about $1000.

It's Canon's pro line of cameras. However, the most important thing is a GOOD lens. I use Canon lenses with EIS and my wide angel (used in those shots) is a Tokina 11-24 unit that retails around $500.

Steve1968LS2

10-04-2007, 06:16 AM

Looks sweet:hail: can you come make mine look like that :rotfl:
This shot was taken befor I pulled the car apart beleve it or not it ran good at this point it sat for 6 years when I got it. New plug wires, points (yes points) and fuel pump and she fired up it's out now and stored away till the car is farther along then I am going though it and cleaning it up.

Sure, bright it on over!

Mine was in decent shape to begin with so it wasn't that hard, Torinos are super cool cars and great deals for people wanting to get into a hot rod on the cheap (well, at least cheaper than a Camaro or Mustang)

Tony_SS

10-04-2007, 08:42 AM

Thanks Steve.. That's very helpful. The project looks great btw!

streetrod77

11-30-2007, 01:05 PM

I may have to take some lessons on cleaning up the engine bays.

SixSpeed454SS

12-02-2007, 10:00 AM

Steve: I have been following the mag articles on the torino. I am just seeing these threads for the first time.

I love the car & what you have done to it. There are almost none of those Torinos around my area (Pittsburgh, PA). I am not a "Ford" guy, but I would love to do one of these with an "04 S/C Cobra motor/trans in it. Maybe after I finish my GTO...

streetrod77

12-05-2007, 09:33 AM

My granddad has one sitting behind his house. My cousin blew the motor in it about 5 years ago & its been there ever since.
Steve: Did you have to fab the brackets on top of the shock towers? If thats the original brackets, it looks like the coilovers would bolt right in if the lower mount is the same as Mustangs.

robyrd

12-05-2007, 06:30 PM

Good grief Steve. What i wouldn't do to drive a mile in your shoes. You have very tasteful and slick style. Congratulations on another beautiful build!

streetrod77

12-06-2007, 08:22 AM

Never mind Steve,I didn't have my glasses on. I see in the old pic that they are the original brackets. Do you have any pic of the suspension process.

Steve1968LS2

12-06-2007, 08:29 AM

Never mind Steve,I didn't have my glasses on. I see in the old pic that they are the original brackets. Do you have any pic of the suspension process.

http://www.popularhotrodding.com/tech/0706phr_1970_ford_fairlane_suspension/index.html

:cheers:

Vegas69

12-06-2007, 08:53 AM

So whats the verdict? Chevelle or Fairlane?

Steve1968LS2

12-06-2007, 09:20 AM

So whats the verdict? Chevelle or Fairlane?

The 496 big-block Chevelle has a big advantage in hp and tq.. so far it has me beat at the drag strip.

But.. the Fairlane wins in other catagories.. I'm still trying to get down in the 11s. Time will tell.

Vegas69

12-06-2007, 10:37 AM

I'd like to see Penny up against that Chevelle. I bet you take him. Especially since you are mini tubbed and definitely have better tires.

Steve1968LS2

12-10-2007, 06:22 PM

Pulled the bench seat today to install the Procar Ralley bucket seats. The best part was that the floors were nearly factory fresh. Only a tiny spot of surface rust near the back.. not even pitted yet. The car must of led a pampered life somewhere. Also install the new retro gauges in the dash along with a tach on the steering column. Going to touch up the surface rust areas with POR-15 and then put down sound deadner. Will also use the Second Skin door kit I won on the doors.

Oh, and the new Hughes trans is in with the upped 3200 stall converter.

clean floors:
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novanutcase

12-10-2007, 07:49 PM

Steve1968LS2

12-10-2007, 07:55 PM

Dang Steve! You seriously have to help me detail the LS7 in the Nova! I LOVE the way you detail engines!

John

No problemo.. the key is to know when to stop and to make sure the car has continuity..

I'm pretty handy at dressing up LSx engines too.. lol

67SSDan

12-11-2007, 04:06 AM

I really dig this project even though I would have never thought of a Fairlane when flipping through a list of what would be a "cool car". Just goes to show that just about any car can be made really cool when done right.

Keep it up... I look forward to seeing this thing at events!

Dan

OLDFLM

12-11-2007, 08:59 AM

Double Post... Sorry

OLDFLM

12-11-2007, 09:00 AM

Steve1968LS2

12-11-2007, 09:28 AM

I'll second the opinion that you are "da man" when it comes to having a vision and detailing a project! I need your help with my Formula! Wheels/brakes, detail, with your vision/direction it would turn out incredibly well, just like Penny and the Fairlane.
I'm serious! I love what you've done with the Fairlane... help me do the same with my project... please?
V/R,
Ty

[email protected]

I think the key to any project is coming up with an overall plan and then making the details fit as you do the build. Also, know that sometimes "less is more" and realise that a cool detailing idea may be good on its own but when combined with a bunch of other "cool ideas" just becomes too much.

The rest is just trying to tie stuff together. When you're done you want to people to like your car, but not be able to point out a specific reason WHY they like it. The comments should be along the lines of "i just looks right" or "it just seems to flow together". You don't want the car to look like a conglomeration of parts, but for it to look like single cohesive object (wow, all them big words... lol)

The Fairlane has been cool since it has let me do something with an old school flare which is 180-degrees away from my Camaro. I'm going to miss it when I sell it to buy the next project.

dusterbd13

12-12-2007, 04:00 AM

steve,
any better pictures of the seat mounts that you welded in? im in the process of doing a different set in a different car and need ideas.

Michael

Steve1968LS2

12-12-2007, 07:16 AM

steve,
any better pictures of the seat mounts that you welded in? im in the process of doing a different set in a different car and need ideas.

Michael

I will get some today..

The basic idea was 1x1 angle iron cut to the right length (found by holding he seats in the car) a hole was then cut in the top of the iron and the front pieces were bolted in place. We then put the seat in place, made sure it was square and tack welded them to the floor. We then repeated the proceedure for the rear. After all four were tack welded in place we fully welded them down. The rears were 2-3 inches long and the fronts were about 1-inch long due to the shape of the floor.

The sold brackets but they were $120 and took 4 weeks to get. This cost me about $3..

Young Gun

12-12-2007, 03:16 PM

so out of complete curiosity have you put any more time into scoping out your next project car?

Steve1968LS2

12-24-2007, 09:38 PM

so out of complete curiosity have you put any more time into scoping out your next project car?

Looking to be Chevy based.. possibly another first gen. I was thinking about a down and dirty road race/autocross car.. zero bling.. low weight.

Penny's ugly sister.. lol

Steve1968LS2

12-24-2007, 09:38 PM

Working on the Fairlane today.. oops! I hate it when this happens!!

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Young Gun

12-24-2007, 09:49 PM

Looking to be Chevy based.. possibly another first gen. I was thinking about a down and dirty road race/autocross car.. zero bling.. low weight.

Penny's ugly sister.. lol

that could be pretty cool...have you ever considered a early 70's monte carlo? ive always wanted to see a pro-touring build on one of those...a road race version could be pretty sweet as well...and i definately like the theme of keeping with a chevy, even if this is my favorite ford to date!

on another note, since soo many guys are interested in how you detail an engine bay, any chance of a little segment filled with pointers and tips as to how to really clean up the engine bay and get rid of the cluttered look? seems like it could be something useful across the board regardless of the type of build you are doing!

my last comment is actually a question, what camera/ lense/ flash setup do you use? ive been into photography for a few years and part of my senior project is a portfolio, my principal has a sick gt350 with a fair amount of work done on it and i wanted to shoot that for my main piece, any insight into how to get the best results, mostly concerning lighting, would be a huuuge help!

thanks for reading my rant steve!

Young Gun

12-24-2007, 09:50 PM

p.s. any pictures of the guages/ seats/ interior since the update?

Kman

12-25-2007, 03:15 AM

When you're done you want to people to like your car, but not be able to point out a specific reason WHY they like it. The comments should be along the lines of "i just looks right" or "it just seems to flow together". You don't want the car to look like a conglomeration of parts, but for it to look like single cohesive object (wow, all them big words... lol)
My friend Kye Yeung who owns European Motor Car Works always says that. Kind of funny to hear you say it too. His personal cars that he has built are insane. Everything is perfect. When I look at his '65 Vette it just looks right. His 1962 Bel Air is out of this world, yet the interior is so simple.

Not sure if you have heard or even read the new Velocity car magazine (www.velocitymag.com (http://www.velocitymag.com)), but they interviewed Kye and he says, "The attention to detail is everything. When you can't put your finger on why the car's so nice, that's the ultimate."

His '67 Vette and '62 Bel Air are amazing in person. Steve you should do a article on one of his Chevys if he lets you. He normally turns down car magazines because he is modest.

Here is a pic of his '62.

http://velocitymag.com/Contest/ContestEntry.aspx?ContestEntryID=51

His newest toy is a Ford GT with a whipple. Saw int on Saturday. One word to describe it, insane.

Bad94

12-25-2007, 09:21 AM

Steve i know that you have posted this on this forum, but i cant find it.

What size tires did you end up going with?

Steve1968LS2

12-25-2007, 09:39 AM

Steve i know that you have posted this on this forum, but i cant find it.

What size tires did you end up going with?

255/40/17
285/40/17

:)

Steve1968LS2

12-26-2007, 05:13 PM

Hood pins are IN... they actually add to the looks of the car. Unlike regular, ugly IMO, scuff plates..

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YancyJohns

12-26-2007, 06:19 PM

Hood pins look great Steve. I can't wait to see the interior. Yancy

Tony_SS

12-26-2007, 06:59 PM

Steve, who puts those hood pins out? They look awesome.

Steve1968LS2

12-26-2007, 08:21 PM

Steve, who puts those hood pins out? They look awesome.

Marty... :)

http://www.hoodpins.net/

They use the AFCO alum hood pin kit and replace the crappy scuff pad.

If you're gonna run pins these look, by far, the best.

Steve1968LS2

12-26-2007, 08:23 PM

Hood pins look great Steve. I can't wait to see the interior. Yancy

Me neither.. lol

dynomat in tomorrow, then the new carpet and kick panels. The last thing will be to get the Procar seats covered to match the blue back seat.

I will get you that price rundown tomorrow :)

syborg tt

12-27-2007, 08:13 PM

Steve, who puts those hood pins out? They look awesome.

Man they look good on the car Steve. Thanks for the kind words

Shoot me an e-mail [email protected]

we sell them complete for around $125.00 shipped

formula98

12-27-2007, 08:53 PM

They came out great! Nice job....

Bruning Auto Design

12-27-2007, 11:17 PM

hood pins are pretty trick... nice work... car is lookin' good too ;)

Steve1968LS2

12-31-2007, 02:40 PM

I'm driving and Nick Licata of Camaro Performers snapped the shot.. :D

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brownz

12-31-2007, 02:53 PM

Looks like FUN great pic!

protour_chevelle

12-31-2007, 05:09 PM

Steve, who makes the aluminum heater hose seperaters?

Steve1968LS2

12-31-2007, 06:48 PM

Steve, who makes the aluminum heater hose seperaters?

I think it was Earl's.. Got them down at my local fitting story.

YancyJohns

01-26-2008, 04:43 PM

Steve,
We want updates on the Fairlane.:bananna2: Dart old news.:sleeping: haha

Steve1968LS2

01-31-2008, 05:18 PM

Worked on the Fairlane today..

Fixed some mechanical junk in prep for the track.

Also did a bunch of little stuff. Painted the new dash cap and kick panels to match the blue interior.

Painted the wheels a graphite color since the raw alum was too hard to keep nice:

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Installed Modo Innovations pedal covers. They didn't make ones for the Fairlane but the Mustang ones fit great with only minor trimming of the e-brake pedal needed. Also put in new carpet over the fresh sound deadener.

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Saturday I clean her up and then I'll do a nice smokey burn out and post the video on here.. :)

syborg tt

01-31-2008, 08:35 PM

wheels look really nice and I kinda like the pedals

ps - just kidding i also ordered a set of these pedals

Steve1968LS2

02-05-2008, 05:20 PM

New interior going in...

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Young Gun

02-05-2008, 05:28 PM

when is it going to yancy? and any strong leads on your next project?

Part Time

02-06-2008, 05:14 AM

Can't wait to see your next project.

Ever thought about doing a LS1 "cosworth" vega clone or possibly ecotec powered? Seems like I've seen a few of these cars available for a reasonable dough. A bucks down build using "salvage" or "recycled" parts sounds like a good read.

Part Time

02-06-2008, 02:09 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevrolet-vega-1975-Chevy-Cosworth-Vega-196_W0QQitemZ300196546400QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item3 00196546400

Something like this...or better to start with?

Steve1968LS2

02-06-2008, 05:57 PM

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Chevrolet-vega-1975-Chevy-Cosworth-Vega-196_W0QQitemZ300196546400QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item3 00196546400

Something like this...or better to start with?

Not bad.. Could you have found one farther away though? lol

I have to see what I can do.. sorta depends on who I'm doing it for.

Part Time

02-07-2008, 11:24 AM

Not bad.. Could you have found one farther away though? lol

I have to see what I can do.. sorta depends on who I'm doing it for.

I think if it were done right, which there is no doubt that you would do, it would have a pretty good following. If nothing else it would be a pretty neat "retro" build.... LS1, 6 speed, possible mini-tub, tasteful 17" wheels, other wise stock appearing.

When you say that it depends on who you do it for what do you mean? PHR or Super Chevy or ?

Anyway.....nice talking to you. Can't get enough of PHR, love what you guys are doing.

MZ 500

02-16-2008, 12:28 PM

Hey Steve I like the way the wheels look now it was too much silver for me before. :cheers:

Flyntrd

02-16-2008, 03:22 PM

Steve1968LS2

04-29-2008, 08:07 PM

Work continues...

Last week was spent installing the AODe computer-controlled overdrive trans. It's "almost" done.

Next week I will be bolting in a Vintage Air Conditioning system. Given the extra draw of the system I also decided to upgrade the radiator from the "bargain" unit in it and the mech fan to this:

Flex-a-lite unit
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It's a pretty nice piece and I really like the look of it.

Steve1968LS2

05-02-2008, 09:05 PM

Radiator is in.. fairly simple, only had to do a little trimming for fitment. Keeps the car right at 180..

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Chad-1stGen

05-02-2008, 09:10 PM

Cool mounting system.

I thought you sold this car Steve?

Young Gun

05-02-2008, 09:26 PM

wow...looks great installed!

Steve1968LS2

05-02-2008, 09:28 PM

Cool mounting system.

I thought you sold this car Steve?

I did.. it's just that I like working on it so much I've refused to give her to the new owner.. lol

Hey, at least he gets a few more upgrades ;)

She will be going soon so I can dive into Project Track Rat.. The Fairlane is a fast, fun car.. gonna miss her.

Steve1968LS2

05-07-2008, 05:46 PM

Vintage Air system going in.. for a kit that's not made for the car it's fitting very well. It's also nice to have the mock-up unit to design the bracket.

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Gonna be cool.. lol.. wow, that was punny...

trapin

05-08-2008, 04:53 AM

This is heading for Pigeon Forge...right?

andrewb70

05-08-2008, 07:26 AM

....

Gonna be cool.. lol.. wow, that was punny...

Stephen, you're geeking out, again...

Andrew

Steve1968LS2

05-08-2008, 10:22 AM

This is heading for Pigeon Forge...right?

Yep, we tried to have it done for Year One but time ran out. I would rather have it done right than done fast.

Will be that the RTTH4 event for sure.

Mr.VENGEANCE

05-08-2008, 09:40 PM

i thought you sold the car?

Twentyover

06-21-2008, 09:29 AM

i thought you sold the car?

Read message #110

Steve1968LS2

08-09-2008, 07:24 PM

The Fairlane ships next week to Yancy in Pidgeon Forge. Should be at the RTTH event.

The overdrive tranny was a bear but it's in and working good. Also finished up installing the Vintage Air system. Just need to figure out why the tach stopped (fuse?) and do some last minute detail work. Oh, also installed fresh back tires since I sorta melted the old ones. lol

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chevelle19700

08-09-2008, 07:38 PM

car looks great man

Gandalf

08-10-2008, 02:23 AM

Very slick as always Steve. Love the clean look of the interior.

G.

Mr.VENGEANCE

08-10-2008, 07:51 AM

whoops...

Steve1968LS2

08-10-2008, 08:07 AM

whoops...

???

Drop your morning donut?

trapin

08-10-2008, 08:32 AM

Looks great Steve. I especially like the stereo system.

Got any cool cassette tapes you're listening to lately?

LOL!! Sorry...I just had to.

LMDGUY

08-10-2008, 09:19 AM

Looks great Steve. I especially like the stereo system.

Got any cool cassette tapes you're listening to lately?

LOL!! Sorry...I just had to.

:git: LOL you beat me to it..

Part Time

08-10-2008, 10:47 AM

Very well done. Can't wait to follow the Camaro build.

Steve1968LS2

08-10-2008, 11:36 AM

Looks great Steve. I especially like the stereo system.

Got any cool cassette tapes you're listening to lately?

LOL!! Sorry...I just had to.

yea.. right... ;)

Actually I had planned on putting a stocker AM unit back in for the old school vibe. I even bought a refurb'd on eBay. When I pulled out the barely working aftermarket one I found some idiot had cut the dash 1/4 inch on each side to fit the Sony unit. DAMMIT!!!

Rather than cut the dash further I replaced the unit. Unfortunatly nobody makes this size of two-knob stereos exect this one I found at Pep-Boys for $40. It's crappy but it does have one redeaming feature. It has an audio in jack for an MP3 player! Hell, my 05 GMC didn't even have that.