Where to start?

[ssfirefighter]

Sort of a long story here, but I am looking for some options and direction to get started.
To begin, I am in Afghanistan trying to start on my project. I have a '68 Camaro that I am ready to begin on. It needs some body work and I have already made the decision that I am not going to be the one to do it. I am in Afghanistan right now, but hope to be home for Thanksgiving to get started. I was planning on taking it and dropping it off somewhere to get the body worked on so it would be ready when I get home for good (whenever that may be). I am looking for some shops local to the Dallas / Fort Worth area to do that.

I guess my first question is should I have the decision on frame / subframe made so the car can be done on that, or just get the body work done on the current subframe then move it over to what I decide on? The car will need a roof skin, rear quarters, and the cover from the firewall to dash.

I was thinking about maybe Air Ride's front and rear, Art Morrison's, or possible a full frame. I don't really plan on much track time, just a street cruiser that I can have some real fun with. Just looking for any opinions or suggestions for direction on where to start.

[Rhino]

The car will need a roof skin, rear quarters, and the cover from the firewall to dash.


Since none of these items are dependant upon the front subframe, I'd say have the body work done first. You can get the car in the shop and have them working on it while you research your choices on front subframe. By the time the car's out, you could have made a decision and be well on your way. :)

[ssfirefighter]

Thanks Rhino,

That is the info that I needed. And the one I was hoping for.

[MonzaRacer]

Air Ride, Air Ride,Air Ride.
givem a call you will love it!

[ssfirefighter]

Ok. So now I have an idea on what I am looking for for front and rear subframes. I plan on doing mini-tubs, sub frames connectors and possible shaving the marker lights. Other than that nothing extreme. Now I am looking for a good body shop in North Texas (DFW) or within a reasonable driving distance to do all of that with the replacement panels. I don't plan on any paint right now just the metalwork. Any suggestions?