"Swoosh" 79 Monte Carlo Project LS3 + T56

[CruizinKev]

Hi guys,

I'm new here and looked around a bit and thought I also want to show what I'm working on for so long LOL

..so here's my project-car, my 1979 Monte Carlo 305.

I bought it december 2002 and I'm still on it... I work on it everytime when I have some lil time and money or so LOL

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/mymo01-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/mymo11-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/mymo07-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/mymo03-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/mymo04-1.jpg

current projects, rework the whole car, rebuild frame/suspension. Body will be painted something like gunmetal (dark grey)..

first steps - I cleaned a lil bit the engine and added some chrome parts..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF0292-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF0293-1.jpg
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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF0299-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF0300-1.jpg

09/17/2007:

started to unscrew all stuff between body and frame..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF1661-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

09/18/2007:

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09/19/2007:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF1682-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF1685-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF1686-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF1689-1.jpg

yummy!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF1692-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF1693-1.jpg

..unfortunately its over a year now I had to stop work on it because of money issues... but I hope this year I can start again.
Like said before, want to rebuild everything. Want a clean & smooth car - good suspension, good brakes and a nice look..

[CruizinKev]

..something like that I want it to look like.. but not black car - mine should be gunmetal..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/before_quickchop-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/quickchop-1.jpg


I also got a full Vortech V2 s-trim kit laying here, originally it was for my 1998 Ford Mustang 3.8 V6 (my daily).

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

I just wanted to get rid of the vortech kit but now it let me think to put it on the MC.


I'm also thinking about a manual transmission swap. Thought about a T5 because I'm here in GERMANY and there's not much I can choose from. Some friends are into Mustangs and got a T5 laying.
Anyone used the Quicktime RM-6064 bellhousing?

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120299551342

Want to know if it works smooth to use a Ford T5 on a GM engine with that bellhousing..


Okay so far,

feel free and post your thoughts and suggestions!

-Kev ..the GerMAN :cheers:

[Samckitt]

Will that Vortech give enough boost for the V8?

[1971CHEVELLE]

1979 Monte Carlo cool project:)

[CruizinKev]

Will that Vortech give enough boost for the ?
yeah it will! I saw a lot other cars (GM & Fords) only with the same vortech s/c on it making a lot of power.. okay also depends on what pulley size you running..

[mc84_zz4]

It's so nice, it's worth posting twice! :
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/quickchop-1.jpg
With that stance and those lines you could paint it MaryKay pink and it would still look cool.

[Roger M]

It's so nice, it's worth posting twice! :
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/quickchop-1.jpg
With that stance and those lines you could paint it MaryKay pink and it would still look cool.

No doubt! I never thought a 3rd gen Monte Carlo could look so good. The lines on the car , with that stance look freaking awesome. Nice!

[CruizinKev]

thx guys!! :twothumbs

at the moment I'm still looking for a T5 with bellhousing over here in Germany.. very hard to find something over here. Next week we'll start again with welding the frame and stuff.. really can't wait!

[icebird84]

excellent project keep us posted

[CruizinKev]

I just looked around for ideas what to do with the interior.. especially with the dash/gauge-cluster.. and found this:

https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=15561
http://www.hzemall.com/our_gallery/installs_hzemall/regal/install.htm

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/P1010040-1.jpg
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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/1-3.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/8-1.jpg

It's a 1960 Impala dashboard. Makes me want to do that for my Monte Carlo. I think it'll look good with some Autometer gauges and a few other mods :)

[Code Red]

never been a fan of the late 70's montes though I almost bought a 78 as a first car but decided against it due to the car being on the wrong side of town and the odometer going over twice the photoshop looks though

[CruizinKev]

woohoo I found a shop here in Germany that seems to have a dashboard I want..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/dash1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/dash2-1.jpg

let's see how much they want for it..

and I also decided to get some Jag doorhandles like this..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/JaguarDoorhandle-1.jpg

[PhillipM]

Wow what a cool project man. I give it up to you guys cause not only are parts for these cars hard to find over there... they are expensive when you do. I laugh when I see guys getting Baer brakes and think that they are just down the road from me about 15 minutes. Did you buy those used? Good luck!

[CruizinKev]

thx man! :)
yeah parts are kinda expensive - I can buy all parts in the US but shipping is pain and the german customs. Yeah the Baer brakes came off a fox mustang..

[CruizinKev]

I just found a guy here in Germany offering a LS1 and T56. Now I hope I can get this thing and get a carb-setup for the LS1.

other updates/progress will follow next weeks :)

[pimtina]

Hi guys,

I'm new here and looked around a bit and thought I also want to show what I'm working on for so long LOL

..so here's my project-car, my 1979 Monte Carlo 305.

I bought it december 2002 and I'm still on it... I work on it everytime when I have some lil time and money or so LOL

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/mymo01-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/mymo11-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/mymo07-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/mymo03-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/mymo04-1.jpg

current projects, rework the whole car, rebuild frame/suspension. Body will be painted something like gunmetal (dark grey)..

first steps - I cleaned a lil bit the engine and added some chrome parts..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF0292-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF0293-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF0296-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF0298-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF0299-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF0300-1.jpg

09/17/2007:

started to unscrew all stuff between body and frame..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSCF1661-1.jpg
Do I spy a Mk2 Cortina parked next to your Monte? Is it yours?

[CruizinKev]

Do I spy a Mk2 Cortina parked next to your Monte? Is it yours?
No its a Opel Kadett B - not mine. Its a german GM car and were built 1967–1971..

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[CruizinKev]

like said before a guy's selling a wrecked '02 camaro z28 with a T56. Now I'm thinkin about get the whole thing and mod the z28 parts into my 79 MC...

[gmcdermit1]

Definately go the ls route and the t56. You won't regret it. That is light years ahead of the small block and t5 set up. It would be super sweet!:smoke:

[CruizinKev]

Definately go the ls route and the t56. You won't regret it. That is light years ahead of the small block and t5 set up. It would be super sweet!:smoke:
thanks man!

I'm still waiting for more pics of the engine bay.. what do you guys think? I'm kinda afraid if the engine is okay?

[CruizinKev]

okay its been long but I'm back into this project.

No progress yet but I'm looking to get a manual transmission for it. Looking for a T5 but VERY hard to find over here in Germany.

Anybody knows where I can find any T5s online (in US)? Or any thoughts about the 4 speed muncie? Found a few 4speeds on german market so I thought about these options. I can get them for cheap and later I can swap it for a T5 when I can find one.....

[CruizinKev]

*yeehaw* just bought the 59/60 impala dashboard! can't wait to start with it! already looking for some AutoMeter gauges

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/11/5960ProComp_500-1.jpg

hopefully I can start with the frame anytime soon, reweld all stress points and do some reinforcements. will get me 2" drop spindles, quick steering box and some other goods for the frame..
oh and just ordered grey Boss 338 rims (18x8 18x9.5) :headbang:

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[Smock67]

Looking real good. I've always been a fan of this generation monte, just such nice smooth lines. Nice looking gauge cluster can't wait to see more pictures and updates.

[H2Ogbodies]

Hey, Kev! Good start on your Monte! I'll hafta keep you posted on my 80 Cutlass project. I just finished gutting an early 90's Oldsmobile Toronado Trofeo for it's seats mainly...the fronts are 12-way adjustable with controls in the door panel and center console....back, butt, lumbar inflations, forward/backward/tilt/, etc...weird but really cool! The seats look killer andf the back seats have integrated headrests and armrest. And, the shoulder restraints in the back are in the rear package shelf...nice. It's all a dark grey/charcoal leather interior. I also was in the car long enough to pull the control wiring for the daytime headlights, auto-dimming rearview mirror, dual power mirrors and power window wiring. Theh amount of wiring and related hardware (under the freakin console no less) for the power seats was crazy! Anyway, plans are for a 2nd gen. Camaro console already being modded for the Trofeo power window switch, 3rd gen. fbody power mirrors, a StealthRam equipped TPI witih an LS1 ECM interface control, 4L80E, blah blah and 14" Caddy brakes all around. I have a lot of the parts and have been working on a lot of drawings, color schemes, etc. Not a lot of us gbody fab guys around so we'll have to keep in touch. My big kicker is the water fuel assist I have been working with that will find its way on this car...I'm making some stainless fuel cell plates right now for a custom enclosure-should be fun. You got my email address, drop me a line on your progress! Later!

[CruizinKev]

thanks man! sounds awesome! post some pics!
no progess at the moment cus german cold winter sucks. can't work in the cold barn. also planned to swap the TPI intake and mild cam and things. few days my boss 338 rims arrived but still need to pick them up.. can't wait to see them :)

[CliffS]

Looking good neighbor!

[jevonniespapi]

Kev, what are your plans on mating that dash board to the car? That is gonna look sweet!

[CruizinKev]

thanks guys!

Jay, I'll just do it step by step like you can see here:

https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=15561

Take out old dash take measures and cut the 59/60 dash to make it fit. I think shouldn't be that hard to get it in.
But first will do the frame and suspension, then motor and later on the body and finish her with the interior. Coming spring when weather gets warmer here in Germany I'll start with rewelding/boxing frame - maybe minitub if needed to fit the rear rims

[CruizinKev]

forgot to post on here.. rims came last week, woohooo :drool:

18x8 (front)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/rims1-1.jpg

18x9.5 (rear)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/01/rims2-1.jpg

[lilian]

very nice Kev, I like your Monte in black, should be a killer on the autobahn.
did you get the LS1 ?

[CruizinKev]

thx :) no didn't bought the wrecked camaro. but already got my eyes for another LS1 :twothumbs

[montessaj]

Kev. Those wheels are beautiful. They should look right at home on the Monte! Thanks for representing the G-bodies.

[Mr.VENGEANCE]

gonna be bad ass Kev..

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! really can't wait to work on the car again when weather gets better here!

[CruizinKev]

so at the moment I'm planning to get a LS1 along with a 4l80e tranny + paddleshifter. but also will need a floorshifter. any suggestions? looked at the lokar shifter. anybody knows about these?

[gmjj13]

love the wheels. i think you should go with the T56, it'll be more fun bangin gears. :6gears:

hit me up when your ready to start wrenchin again. i know it will be a little while before it warms up, but when your ready, let me know and i'll lend a hand if you'd like.

[srh3trinity]

I have spoken out against Torq Thrust wheels and their derivatives because they are so common, but Boss got those wheels right and they are gonna look great on your car!

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! at the moment I'm undecided if I should go with the auto or look for a manual. but I know what you mean Jeff :) hopefully end of february also will be end of snow and winter. you're more than welcome to come over :twothumbs

[CruizinKev]

okay already started collecting parts:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/GSIpedal1-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/GSIpedal2-1.jpg

ordered GSI (http://www.gsi-interiorss.com/) clutch pedal :smoke: you see I decided to go the M6 route :)

[Jon69RagTop]

I admire the effort it must take to do this from Germany. What part are you from?

I'm first genertion dutch over here, both my parents came from Holland, Emmen and Coevorden to e exact. I've been over many times and speak a little dutch as well.

[CruizinKev]

thx Jon! yeah it's kinda hard to do it over here. hard to find a good shop that knows about american cars or getting parts from. I'm in south Germany and can't wait till winter will be gone :machine:

[jackfrost]

awesome. I'm interested to see how the pedal works out.

[CruizinKev]

thx :)

found some pretty cool door handles:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/handles0-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/handles1-1.jpg

by pressing the button the handle will come out. what do you think? need to measure the stock handle of the car. these handles are about 6.25" long (from aluminum handle to button)..

[Motown 454]

They look nice.what are they from?

[68400BIRD]

Nice collection of parts. Can't wait to see the rims on the car.

[CruizinKev]

thx :)

handles came off a european small car: a fiat barchetta

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need to find some old doors of that car to cut the moldings out to get them weld in like that

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[Dalamar]

those are pretty sweet Kevin!

[cmarcus]

Kev - I appreciate the comments you posted on my project. I must say being a huge GM guy, I am pumped to see this thing finished! Maybe someday I can bring the Jav over to the autobahn! Haha! Keep bringin' the updates and photos!

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! will post more pics of the car/parts asap :)

I think I'll do some fab work and weld the handles in just like this:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/handles3-1.jpg

[bonecrrusher]

Burn them in... looks awesome that way.

[CruizinKev]

will go the easier way with these :)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/02/barchetta0-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

just ordered a engine hoist - will work on the car again VERY soon!

and the 295/35-18 yokohamas arrived today

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/03/2953518-1.jpg

[monteboy84]

Are you notching the frame to fit those? I didn't think you could fit a 295 in a stock wheelwell, I know they were a no-go on my 84....

[Motown 454]

Those handles will look sweet. Nice looking tires.

[CruizinKev]

thx Wayne! Matt, yeah will do little work to the frame, wheelwheels and fenders - let's see how much pain it'll be lol

[holdenute]

this things is going to be sweet once the LS1 is in. Love the rims too

[GregInAtl]

*yeehaw* .........

will get me 2" drop spindles, quick steering box and some other goods for the frame..
oh and just ordered grey Boss 338 rims (18x8 18x9.5) :headbang:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

You have the Monte Version of my car it appears, even the wheels///I have 338s also.

[50kta]

i too am putting a dash from a 59 impala in my 1980 trans am i had to take 2 inches out of thr center and roughly 2 inches off both ends ! it is really easy....but be very crefull you get the gauges centered with youre dash!

[CruizinKev]

thx guys :twothumbs

Greg, yeah I saw your car when I was looking for boss 338 wheels on g-bodys :) very nice ride man :twothumbs

50kta, sounds good thx! you need to start a build thread over here and post some pics! want to see you dash..

[CruizinKev]

very soon I'll work on the car again. just received the engine hoist today :smoke:

I'll wrap the 295 tires on the 9.5 rims and look how much work I need to do on frame & body.

maybe I need to widen the stock fender lips.. something like this:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/03/IMG_0791-1.jpg

anybody got some more pics of work like that?

[speedbob712]

I love the monte..My first car was a 79 maroon with black top. I built the 305 into a high rev 334 and it screamed..I love them and I'll keep an eye on this one..Cool!!!!

[6spdmalibu]

Fat fender monte?!?! Probably a first.

[montessaj]

Probably the best idea yet...

[gmjj13]

nice look. i'm really liking the fat fender idea.:cool:

hows everything going with the project? get much done this weekend?

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! sorry no progress this weekend but will work on the car next weekend. first I will start to build a wooden dolly for the body :twothumbs

[youngdeezy]

thats lookin real good kev

[CruizinKev]

thx youngdeezy!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_3717-1.jpg

engine hoist finally arrived!

[6spdmalibu]

Fat fender cutluss.
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/banditglen-1.jpg

Well, its been done.

[sebtarta]

Kev do you have any pics of the wheels with the tires mounted?

How do the 295 fit on the 9.5" rears? I was going for 275 for the rear but if the 295 fit fine....:yum:

[CruizinKev]

will mount tires on the rims by end of this week :twothumbs

[CruizinKev]

updated pics

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_3754-1.jpg
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been busy today with building the wooden body dolly :twothumbs

[Dons67]

Kevin - Project looks like fun, as far as the fenders I loved what GM did with the G8 fenders before they did away with the Pontiac line -

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/2009pontiacg8gxp_460x0w-1.jpg

not a super wide body flare but i can see where it might be sweet on your Monte Carlo - the bottom of the G8 slopes back in a little like your Monte :bsjerk:

[CruizinKev]

Thx Don! yeah the G8 looks good. really would like to get one for the new daily :) but at the moment I think my next will be a truck.
I know what you mean about the fenders but I think I'll do it like the pics I posted before. but lets see how much work I need to do on fenders.. for first I need to do the rolling chassis anyways..

so here the pics of today's work!

me @ work
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and here a look out to my daily car..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_3761-1.jpg

I pulled the engine few hours ago and I must say it was easy going for my first time doing that. next step is pull the chassis out the barn, finish the body dolly and roll the body further in the barn so I got more room to play :) will look around for a sandblaster for my frame and so on...

[THX 138]

That's amazing. My first car was a silver 79 Landau that my mom bought new. My dad had it painted black for me. I wish I still had it. i'm still looking for one with a red interior.
:smoke:

[69fbodyproject]

Looks like your making good progess. I can imagine how much nicer that LS1 will fit than the 427 BBC that I recently help put into a GNX clone car did. Keep putting up pics as you go.

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! :)

today I finally finished work on the rolling body dolly.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/Foto0195-1.jpg
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weather is finally nice over here in Germany.

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already started to rip off the old fuel and brake linkes and other parts..

[CruizinKev]

just played around with photoshop what my wheels would look on a monte :)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/choppedbossmonte79-1.jpg

[67rstbkt]

That's looking good; and I like the wheels too :twothumbs

[Tony_SS]

Great progress.. I like that chop too!

[68400BIRD]

Looks great. Glad the hoist finally came. Keep the pictures coming.

[randywyatt2000]

that looks very nice i like those rims you picked out and the ls1 aswell

[ArtosDracon]

A fat fendered 79 Monte with an LS1 and T56 in GERMANY? Hell yeah! That'll get some looks tooling around town.

[Dons67]

Kevin - Your making some really nice progress and I love the daily driver too - the dark shadow gray is one of my favorite ford colors!

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! :cheers:

today's pics..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_3801-1.jpg
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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/04/IMG_3813-1.jpg

frame's ready for the blaster :twothumbs

[CruizinKev]

Guys what do you think about seats like that in my 79 monte?

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

Please note I have a 59/60 Impala dash to go in - just kinda like that:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/P1010040-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/P10101058-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/quickchop-1.jpg

[SPECTACULAR]

Great progress pics. I like those seats alot. Thats gonna be a sweet monte when finished. Keep up the good work.

[srh3trinity]

Those seats look great. What brand are they? The Impala dash is going to look killer.

[CruizinKev]

thx guys!

I found the seats at a german online shop 'sitz24.com's "Blade" leatherseat' (http://www.sitz24.com/Sportsitze/vTsp-Sportsitze/Blade-Echtleder/).

[78 Type-LT]

I love that body style...

[CruizinKev]

thx! I think I'll go with a more retro/classic look for the interior. Speaking of - what do you think about a 59/60 impala steering wheel? I found a smaller aftermarket look-a-like in 15" diameter:

http://www.classicchevy.com/product.asp?pf_id=53-223&dept_id=1714

but I don't know if that steering wheel would bolt on my 79 monte steering column...?

[jackfrost]

man that looks too familiar. :razz:

nice progress

[topher455]

I like that bodystyle. Never really noticed how cool it was until I saw the one in "training day" except I hated the little wire wheels.

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! :)

I think I found my seats: Procar Rally Seats (http://www.procarbyscat.com/Products_Rally.asp)
They'll look awesome with the 59/60 Impala dash and steering wheel.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/05/ttseats2-1.jpg
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[68400BIRD]

I have those exact seats sitting in my basement waiting to be installed. They are very supportive and do not have that race look to them.

[CruizinKev]

sweet! yeah thats what I wanted. a clean classic look but modern performance :)

[topher455]

Cool. But too hot for Florida LOL.

[youngdeezy]

any updates???

[neki67]

I believe Kevin is enjoying his holiday with his GF in the USA right now.

[CruizinKev]

yeah long time no see :) been 3 weeks in the US for vacation.
I'll get the LS1 in few weeks :twothumbs still looking for a T56..

[CruizinKev]

back to work again. today I started scratching all that underbody protection stuff off they put on here in Germany. It helps against rust in winter with all that salt and stuff on streets..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/Foto0370-1.jpg

I love it :screwy:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/Foto0374-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/07/Foto0371-1.jpg
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took me the whole day to do that sh*t omg and still not finished with that sh*tty underbody protection cr*p. friggin hard chewy stuff! anyways hopefully I can bring the frame next week to the sandblaster where I'll blast that thing..

[Eggy44]

I had to deal with that same stuff on my malibu. Its a pain and I wouldn't want to do that again. took me about 10 hours just to get the front clip where i wanted to be.

What I did towards the end is to take like engine degreaser and spray it on the undercoating stuff then let it sit for about 15 min or so then go back and scrape it off. It comes off a little easier then when it was dry

[CruizinKev]

yeah when sun was hot shining today it softens a bit and kinda easier to do. next time I'll try with a heat gun.

[CruizinKev]

so yesterday I scraped off the rest of the undercoating stuff and found some ugly stuff:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0377-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0378-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0383-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0384-1.jpg

One of the pre owners did some "repairs" and covered with bondo and undercoating. well I think I have to replace that section.

Already found a good site for replacements:

http://www3.sympatico.ca/conradlozier/

Fortunately the rest of the frame is good and only needs to be boxed and some rewelding of the factory welds.

Anyways I'll sandblast the frame this week, finally! Next weekend I'll test fit my rear wheels (18x9.5 with 295/35) and will see how much work need to do on notching rear frame section.

[sebtarta]

Kev the work looks great. I spent the weekend grinding down my friends 80's Malibu frame. That undercoat is horrible.

[jackfrost]

it's like deja vu. :razz:

keep at it.

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! today we brought frame to the sandblaster's shop. I'll blast that thing tomorrow! :twothumbs

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0385-1.jpg
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[CruizinKev]

today I sandblasted the frame! was the first time doing this.. man its just awesome but very dirty work! did it outside in the sun.... love it how all the old rust and all that other cr@p goes away! will bring it to my friends' place tomorrow so he/we can start to (re)weld and box the frame. but still need to get the new rear frame rails I posted before... already got me some POR15 & chassis black coat on the way :twothumbs

[85GPLEf41]

Glad your getting work done! I can't wait till it's done do you plan on boxing the frame and adding the control arm braces? What are your plan's for it?

[John Wright]

I love the freshly blasted surfaces to work off of.....welds so much better without having to grind all of the old crap off first.

[mc84_zz4]

Great to see some progress! soon you'll be bolting on CLEAN parts on to a CLEAN frame... fun fun!

[sebtarta]

I call BS! No pictures to prove it :box2:

I bet it looks new again, but cannot tell as I see no pictures :cheers:

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! yeah I know no pics for now. I didn't want to pull out my camera because I was full with sand and dust, didn't want to mess up the cam. but I'll post some pics very soon of the frame :twothumbs

yeah I'll box the frame and also already got the TNTraceshop control arm & frame braces laying here.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_tntraceshop_2-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=tntraceshop_2.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_tntraceshop_1-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=tntraceshop_1.jpg)

I also got UMI Performance lower tubular a-arms & SC&C Stage 2 Kit uppers with Howe taller balljoints

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_umiperformance_1-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=umiperformance_1.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_scc4-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=scc4.jpg)

UMI swaybar kit, UMI rear lowers & adjustable upper arms

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_umiperformance_4-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=umiperformance_4.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_umiperformance_3a-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=umiperformance_3a.jpg)

UMI control arm / frame braces (but I have black colored), OPGI 2" lowering springs front & rear

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_umiperformance_2-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=umiperformance_2.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_OPGI-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=OPGI.jpg)

bilsteins, energy suspension body bushings and new body bolts

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_bilsteins-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=bilsteins.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_energy1-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=energy1.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_tntraceshop_3-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=tntraceshop_3.jpg)

Also looking to get SC&C's frame brace:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_scc1-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=scc1.jpg)

[sebtarta]

That looks awesome! it will look perfect Kev, cannot wait till its done.

[Tony_SS]

Sounds like a great suspension setup!

[Eggy44]

Sounds perfect for that car!! btw whats the part number on those springs?

[CruizinKev]

thx guys :)

btw whats the part number on those springs?#L201308 (Low-Profile Springs, front 2", Monte Carlo V8 1979)
#L201312 (Low-Profile Springs, rear 2", Monte Carlo V8 1979)

[FirstGenZq8]

yeah I'll box the frame and also already got the TNTraceshop control arm & frame braces laying here.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_tntraceshop_2-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=tntraceshop_2.jpg) https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/th_tntraceshop_1-1.jpg (http://s60.photobucket.com/albums/h1/CruizinKev/KevsMonteCarlo/myparts/?action=view&current=tntraceshop_1.jpg)

could you tell me more about these parts? where do they install at exactly? lookin' real good!

[Motown 454]

Wow thats some sweet looking parts.

[sebtarta]

could you tell me more about these parts? where do they install at exactly? lookin' real good!


They reinforce the U & L rear control arm points. more info here http://www.tntraceshop.com/g-body_braces.html

[CruizinKev]

here we go :)

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buddy couldn't resist..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0396-1.jpg

[sebtarta]

That is awesome!

One note, don't look at pictures at 5:45am and try to figure out what happened to the chassis. I finally realized it was up side down. haha

[John Wright]

Don't ya just love the quality of the welding on our old cars? Makes ya wonder how they didn't just fall apart when they drove them off the ass'y line.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0391-1.jpg

[youngdeezy]

real nice work kev

[CruizinKev]

thx :)

just received this pic from my buddy last night

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0399-1.jpg

he said already reweld almost all factory weld on underside of frame, welded control arm brackets in and boxed the sides :twothumbs
man he's fast - I just wanted to be there when he starts because I need to learn how to weld :fingersx:

[CruizinKev]

my buddy at work!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0400-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0402-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0404-1.jpg
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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0407-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0408-1.jpg

almost there! :twothumbs

Now at the moment I'm thinking about to galvanize/zincing the frame so it'll be 100% forever rustfree...

[John Wright]

Be aware that hot dip galvanizing will most likey warp your frame...just a note. The galvanizing bath is 850°F

[CruizinKev]

yeah I heard about that. there different ways to do it but don't know what to do. maybe just paint few coats por15 and their chassis coat black and be fine. and for the frame cavity just corrosion protection wax.

[John Wright]

Maybe you can find a good zinc-enriched primer to use. We use that on our structural steel instead of galvanizing. I had two gate posts painted with just that primer (no top coat)probably 20 years ago and the posts still look freshly painted. Then use a compatible epoxy top coat and I bet it will out live you.

[CarQz17]

your buddy lays a nice bead.

[Motown 454]

They make a zinc paint that they use on boat trailers. I have a brand new quart in my cellar from when I had my boat. With good prep it lasted a long time on the trailers. Its not too cheap though.

[John Wright]

They make a zinc paint that they use on boat trailers. I have a brand new quart in my cellar from when I had my boat. With good prep it lasted a long time on the trailers. Its not too cheap though.Here is what we use to repair hot dipped galvanizing, like places where we had to weld something on and messed up the galvanizing....cold galvanizing compound

http://www.acehardwareoutlet.com/productDetails.aspx?SKU=1000001765

[montessaj]

Thanks for the motivation to get back to work on my Monte! Keep up the good work.

[68400BIRD]

Looks great. Your friend has some nice welding skills. How is the frame repair going in the rear section??

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! my friend is learning by doing :) he never welded a frame like that before only bodywork like shave/cleaning doorhandles and such.
we still need to fix the rear section - already ordered the frame rails and patiently waiting to receive them :twothumbs

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/framerails-1.jpg

[Motown 454]

Kevin your small package arrived today. Just waiting for the big one.

[mc84_zz4]

I love Eastwoods product, they make great stuff.
Here is one of their latest offerring to spray the inside of the frame, converting rust to coating:
There is also a video...
http://www.eastwood.com/undercar-drivetrain/undercar-coatings/internal-frame-coating-w-spray-nozzle.html
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/noimg.gif

[Motown 454]

Here is what we use to repair hot dipped galvanizing, like places where we had to weld something on and messed up the galvanizing....cold galvanizing compound

http://www.acehardwareoutlet.com/productDetails.aspx?SKU=1000001765

John I miss spoke it is the cold galvanized I have. MY bad

[John Wright]

John I miss spoke it is the cold galvanized I have. MY bad
Some of that cold galv. compound is better than others....the better products have 94-97% zinc....you'll know if you have the right stuff, because the can is very noticably heavier than any other spray can you might pickup.

[canadiantbone]

don't forget that you can use a sponge soaked in por 15 & drag it throught eh frame to coat the inside .

[canadiantbone]

check this out .
http://www.projectstressrelief.com/pages/gallery.htm

[Motown 454]

John I have a quart can.

[John Wright]

John I have a quart can.Keep it agitated as you use it to keep as many of the solids in the mix. Good stuff.

[CruizinKev]

Finally I found a LS1 T56! Thanks BadChad (https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/member.php?u=24156)!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/IMG_1597-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/IMG_1664-1.jpg

Still waiting for the frame rail parts to receive so just smaller progress. Pulled out the dash and will work later today on the 1959/60 Impala dash to fit in. Lets see how that'll work :cheers: Also will work on the pedals, will have to fit the aftermarket t56 clutch pedal to the stock automatic pedals of the monte..

[neki67]

Congrats, good for you Kevin!!

[CruizinKev]

thx René! :cheers:

yeehaaa I have a clutch pedal!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0427-1.jpg

testfit..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/08/Foto0429-1.jpg

[montessaj]

Progress looks good so far Kevin, keep at it man.

[bonecrrusher]

Nice trans!

[gmjj13]

lookin good Kev.
you'll be on the road before you know it!

[Rod]

LOOKS!!! great kev!:cheers:

[CruizinKev]

Congrats, good for you Kevin!!
thx can't wait to put together the t56 with the ls1 :cheers:
Progress looks good so far Kevin, keep at it man.
thx any progress on yours?

Nice trans!
thx :)

lookin good Kev.
you'll be on the road before you know it!
thx oh you already know I can't wait! :cheers:

LOOKS!!! great kev!:cheers:
thx :twothumbs

[John Wright]

Did you sit in there and work those new pedals while making motor noises?....c'mon, tell the truth....LOL

[CruizinKev]

man how do you know?! LOL

q1Ba0kiSaN8

[sebtarta]

^^ is that you? LOL I guess this project is getting in your head.

[CruizinKev]

omg lol no thats not me.. just found it on youtube :cheers:

BTW 1,800 posts!!!

[Mr.Nobody]

Awesome project! Greetings from another german member and proud monte carlo owner.

[mc84_zz4]

Did you sit in there and work those new pedals while making motor noises?....c'mon, tell the truth....LOL
^^ x2, I bet a beer you did...., congrats man!, your car now has a 'man-pedal'...lol
:cheers:

[jackfrost]

I might have missed it, but what did you use for the clutch pedal?

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! :cheers:

I might have missed it, but what did you use for the clutch pedal?
its a GSI Interiors (http://www.gsi-interiorss.com/) clutch pedal. see here https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showpost.php?p=631805&postcount=40

[CruizinKev]

few pics of today. only wanted to see how the tire/rim will look like. too bad my wheel guy wasn't at home to mount the tire onto the rim..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/09/Foto0433-1.jpg
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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/09/Foto0455-1.jpg

..and I'm still been busy removing all that old undercoating of the body. omg I hate it!

[montessaj]

Kev, what size are those tires? Also that is a 9.5" rim correct?

[CruizinKev]

yokohama 295-35-18 with 18x9.5 :twothumbs

[mc84_zz4]

^^ that's going to look ballsy as hell! :twothumbs:

[79monte4.3]

I LOVE what your doing man.. can't wait to see the imp dash in play!

[CliffS]

Looking good Kev, keep it coming!!

[sebtarta]

Hey those wheels look familiar!

Are you going to mini tub or these fit with not mods?

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! :cheers:

yeah I need a mini tub to fit the 295s in there. also need to notch the frame

[67goatman455]

Im not sure if you notice or not, but we were both racing to find a T56. I stumbled upon the for sale thread on LS1tech where you bought it from! you beat me to it, but i found a good deal on one a week later. glad you found one, and good luck on the project!

[youngdeezy]

hey kevin this other guy did the imp dash with some color. i just wanted to give you another idea how that dash looks in a gbody so here you go

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/09/f144e4ec-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

Im not sure if you notice or not, but we were both racing to find a T56. I stumbled upon the for sale thread on LS1tech where you bought it from! you beat me to it, but i found a good deal on one a week later. glad you found one, and good luck on the project!
thx! i didn't bought the trans from a thread on ls1tech. all sellers on ls1tech cut deals on me and sold their stuff to locals. after hard time searching created a WTB thread over there and few minutes later BadChad sent me a PM. Moments later I bought his T56! :cheers:


hey kevin this other guy did the imp dash with some color. i just wanted to give you another idea how that dash looks in a gbody so here you go
sweet thx! thats nice except the color LOL any more infos about the install/car?

[67apostle]

Love the project car! That's the one i want nice. Good job! Can't wait to see the finished product.

[LV42DAY]

hard to beat the body lines of a black monte. the rendering looks sick. i look forward to seeing it finished.

[CruizinKev]

new pics:

I rebuilt the body dolly for better underbody work clearance

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Foto0512-1.jpg

underbody

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Foto0506-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Foto0517-1.jpg
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better rust than plastic LOL 59 bel air dash vs. 79 monte carlo dash

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/10/Foto0529-1.jpg

[icebird84]

cool choose of dash

[youngdeezy]

so far so good kev.....props

[Motown 454]

Kev did you get to work on the frame yet??

[CruizinKev]

thx guys!

yeah finally my t56 came in last thursday :)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/11/Foto0550-1.jpg
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this weekend we finally finished welding the frame..

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/11/Foto0565-1.jpg
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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/11/Foto0569-1.jpg

thx @Motown454 :smoke: :)

[CruizinKev]

sweet snow! yikes!!!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/11/Foto0580-1.jpg

yesterday wanted to bring my frame back home but unfortunately the truck had problems. hopefully next weekend the frame will be back in there.

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got the camaro hydraulic clutch cylinder in. looks like came from stock :)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/11/Foto0584-1.jpg
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[bonecrrusher]

Nice!

[CruizinKev]

thx :)

not much progress because freezing cold in the barn. but got the 59 bel air dash narrowed today

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/12/Foto0587-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/12/Foto0589-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

I just looked around for some nice retro gauges and came to this:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/12/classicinstruments_com-1.jpg

If I'll get this I'll get a KPH instead MPH speedo custom made by classicinstruments.

what do you think?

[r.a.w.rods]

You will love the Classic Instruments, we just put a set in the 63 F100. One thing we did was replace the stock bulbs with LED'S for a nice soft Blue light. The stock one's are just a plain yellow looking light when turned on.

[CruizinKev]

You will love the Classic Instruments, we just put a set in the 63 F100. One thing we did was replace the stock bulbs with LED'S for a nice soft Blue light. The stock one's are just a plain yellow looking light when turned on.
thx! I saw your pics of the gauges in your project thread (your signature link needs to be fixed) :) you got any pics of the gauges with the lights on? maybe a before the LED and after?

[CruizinKev]

few days ago I found this sweet malibu:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/21215750181_large-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/21215750180_large-1.jpg

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2121575/1

I really like the wheels on the car and so I did this photoshop with the black 79 monte:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/1b-1.jpg

I really like that "retro-look" with the 15" Rally wheels and I think they also would fit my "retro-theme" on the monte (with my 1959 Impala dashboard & steering wheel and everything)...

what do you guys think?

[Ls1wagon]

That malibu is Sick!

[CruizinKev]

here's another photoshop:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/21215754015_large-1.jpg

[sr73bu]

Looks cool.. i had 15x8 rally's with police caps for years.... if you want that look, but with more tire choices check this malibu out, found it on the web... looks bad ass... 17x8 or 9 steel rallys...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/4dr_front_fixed21-1.jpg

[2blownstangs]

I just looked around for some nice retro gauges and came to this:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2010/12/classicinstruments_com-1.jpg

If I'll get this I'll get a KPH instead MPH speedo custom made by classicinstruments.

what do you think?

plz run with them!

[CruizinKev]

thx guys!

so seems like german weather already gets kinda better and so i'll start work on the car again in a lil bit. hopefully I'll get the LS1 motor I'm looking at soon and also my frame back from welding. I'll keep you updated :twothumbs

[CruizinKev]

well, I found some classic hot rodding looking rims - Eagle Alloy 225. They come in 18x8 (fronts) and 18x10 (rear).

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/02/100_0304-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/02/100_0379-1.jpg

did a new photoshop again :)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/02/1d-1.jpg

still don't know what to do. but I already sold the boss 338 wheels (the grey 5 spokes) :hand:

oh well winter sucks - I need to work on the car again instead looking for thousand kinds of wheels LOL

[sebtarta]

but I already sold the boss 338 wheels (the grey 5 spokes) :hand:




:( All I can say and will say

[Tony_SS]

Yeah, those would've looked killer.

[CruizinKev]

yeah I know but I think those Eagle Alloy 225s will also look good :fingersx:

[youngdeezy]

few days ago I found this sweet malibu:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/21215750181_large-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/21215750180_large-1.jpg

http://www.cardomain.com/ride/2121575/1

I really like the wheels on the car and so I did this photoshop with the black 79 monte:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/01/1b-1.jpg

I really like that "retro-look" with the 15" Rally wheels and I think they also would fit my "retro-theme" on the monte (with my 1959 Impala dashboard & steering wheel and everything)...

what do you guys think?

you like those rims because they look so damn cool on that malibu but on your ride its too much black i think. the eagles seem like a better choice for your ride.

[CruizinKev]

the eagles seem like a better choice for your ride.
:twothumbs

[BigGeorge]

Sorry to thread jack but I got a quick question. My car is also black but with a red interior. Would you go black car with the black wheels and chrome lip or black car with chrome or polished wheels? My car has limited chrome too about as much as yours Kevin;mine is primarily around the glass and I've removed the wheel well trim.

[CruizinKev]

George I like both. But at the moment I'm looking for full polished ones because a lot of cars here in Germany got black rims with polished lips..

Today I finally got back working on the monte carlo. Last weekend I already received the frame back and so I started painting POR15 today. I'll coat it with few coats of POR15 "Rust Preventive Paint" and finish it with POR15 "Chassis Coat Black".

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/IMAG0052-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

frame's underside painted with POR15 rust preventive :)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/IMAG0082-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/IMAG0081-1.jpg

[Daren]

Good to see someone using por15. Great product. Didn't get that stuff on your hands did you? Nothing will get it off.

[CruizinKev]

hands, arms, face, even my ears LOL i used some gloves tho. but i got POR15 solvent for clean up

[68400BIRD]

The frame is looking real nice!!! Need more updates.

[bonecrrusher]

Good to see someone using por15. Great product. Didn't get that stuff on your hands did you? Nothing will get it off.

I've used it in the past - only time and friction gets rid of it... lol.

[CruizinKev]

more POR15 painting

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/04/IMAG0094-1.jpg

[rfalker1]

nice, kevin just tuned into your build, love the car too. Question what part of Germany are located in, I am in france and plain on heading to germany in about 10 days if i get lucky and would love to check your ride out in person, and I say go with the black 15 inch Rally's they would look great especially if u tinted your windows. It would stop me in my tracks seeing a car like that over in this part of the world

[Daren]

hands, arms, face, even my ears LOL i used some gloves tho. but i got POR15 solvent for clean up

Solvent? So you are not currently walking around with a por15 paint job on your face and arms? This solvent removed cured por15 or did you do the "oh crap.. wipe it off before it dries" method? I spilled 1/4 can all over my crotch and hands last December. I was in the Army at that time and didn't want to look ate up for formations. I used Omph!, rubbing alcohol and sand paper to get enough of it off my hands to be presentable in formation. The stuff is water reactive and cures when exposed to water. Hot water and sink did me no good LOL.

If you have a method to get the stuff off let me know. Every time I use it I get it all over me. The harder I try to not get it on me the more I actually get on me.

[TomT]

That green Malibu is so cool...makes me want to get mine done right now!

The body lines of your 79 Monte Carlo are awesome! I like the photoshop with the Coy's 5 spokes the best so far. The dog dish caps are cool too and really seem to be in style now. The Monte is so classy though I think it would look really cool with a mesh wheel like one of Forgeline's offerings. I'm thinking charcoal gray centers and brushed aluminum rims would look great against the black.

[CruizinKev]

thanks everybody! :)

what part of Germany are located in
I'm in south Germany not too far from Stuttgart

you do the "oh crap.. wipe it off before it dries" method?
LOL yeah this method works best :1st:

I think it would look really cool with a mesh wheel
oh yeah I hear ya! already thought about staggered black mesh wheels but I also don't want to get too modern with the car. Something like a cool smooth hot rod pro-touring cruiser :) ..

well ok here some more pics of the last weekend!

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0184-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0185-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0187-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0183-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0180-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0189-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0193-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0186-1.jpg

I think in few weeks I'll get a LS1 motor and can get it in :smoke:

[Dons67]

keep it up Kevin - she's coming along nicely!!

[bonecrrusher]

Nice update... looking forward to the LS swap!

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! :twothumbs

yesterday I sprayed the inside of the frame with some rust protector. its a kind of grease / spray lubricate that keeps away rust and water. I put the rear back together just to see if all parts fit. I'll replace the stock rear end with a 8.5" grand national or better with a ford 9".

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0200-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0197-1.jpg

SPC front arms and Howe tall lower balljoints

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0201-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0204-1.jpg

still looking to get some nice wheels again

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0216-1.jpg

can't wait to get this in the frame :)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0217-1.jpg

my barn

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0214-1.jpg

and maybe next week I'll get the LS1 engine :twothumbs

[RobertGP]

Good job!

[bigboy]

i wish i still had my 80 montie

[muthstryker]

Just went through your whole thread, everything looks really good! Ive been thinking about getting a black 79 for quite awhile and putting the eagle 225s on it then I see your photoshop! LoL! Keep up the good work man.

[jgpclone]

looks good man

[CruizinKev]

thanks guys! :twothumbs

not too much work done today. here some pics

motor mounts waiting for work

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0218-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0219-1.jpg

I was kinda bored and "test fitted" one of the 295/35-18 tires.. wow I hear mini tub and wide fenders LOL

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0222-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0220-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0225-1.jpg

[BulldawgMusclecars]

Looks great Kev! I noticed Jeff at BRP's handwriting on the mounts, same as the ones in my shop right now!

[icebird84]

Looks great Kev! I noticed Jeff at BRP's handwriting on the mounts, same as the ones in my shop right now!

clear code them to save for the for the future :)

[bonecrrusher]

Looking good man!

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! :twothumbs

Looks great Kev! I noticed Jeff at BRP's handwriting on the mounts, same as the ones in my shop right now!
Joe maybe you can ask Jeff about the following:

looks like I ran into a problem with boxing my frame - the BRP T56 crossmember looks like it doesn't fit anymore because I closed the c-chanel of the frame. I looked at the instructions because I still don't have the LS1 in hands to check fitment with just the engine and transmission. instruction says I have to drill new holes to get the crossmember fit. so looks like the passenger side goes onto here something like that:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0259-1.jpg

is that right?

ok so the other side SHOULD go in the c-chanel right?

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0260-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/05/IMAG0264-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

still haven't figured what to do with the crossmember thingy... anyways I wanted to see how the tranny looks "in place" :)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMAG0300-1.jpg

and here I cut the knuckles for 13" C5 brakes :twothumbs

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMAG0298-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMAG0299-1.jpg

[CruizinKev]

still have to wait for some more parts so today I got all the interior & wiring out and test fitted the 59 bel air dash. still need a few more cuts & welds but you got the idea :twothumbs

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMAG0310-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMAG0309-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMAG0315-1.jpg
https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/06/IMAG0316-1.jpg

[BulldawgMusclecars]

Looking great Kev! I really like the dash!!!

[Dons67]

Looking good Kev -- what happen to the stang daily driver?

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! :twothumbs

Don the 98 mustang is still my daily. Wanted to sell it but now I think I'll keep it and just change a few worn parts

[Bryce]

Nice progress!

[SRD art]

You've got some cool things going on here. That dash is gonna look killer in there!

[Jims78elky]

Looking good Kevin,that dash will look awesome in there!

[Tony_SS]

I'm starting to like that dash more - keep up the great work!

[Radlark]

I'm really digging that dash!! Can't wait to see and read more info on your installation process!!

[zipsimons]

Kev... just went through your whole thread. What a killer build! Gonna be a badass car!

[CruizinKev]

thanks guys! unfortunately the project is kinda on hold again. i've been very busy with moving into a new house, getting a new job and having big problems with my daily Jeep..

few days ago I was bored with photoshop:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/quickchopa2-1.jpg

now I think thats the best color combo so far. I love that sinister look with black wheels on a black car...

[Tony_SS]

I like the color/finish but would prefer 17 or 18's personally...

[Greasy63]

I would prefer it SLAMMED:)

but you have some Really Great progress going on in this thread!

[CruizinKev]

thx! yeah I'll get 18" for mine.. just don't if I should try 20x10 for the rear

[85coupe50]

Great project and progress to this point. Don't lose focus as there is a finish point. You have been doing such great work on it. I know life gets in the way some times. Trust me I know that for sure.
I say stick to the wheels and tires you have on hand already as it will look sick. Then if you decide to go larger later then you can. Really like the dash! Should look outstanding when completed.

[CliffS]

Dash looking awesome neighbour!

[BCHALK22]

Just took some time to read through the build. Looks like you have done a ton of work and looking forward to seeing more. Must be tough now having all the parts readily available for you.

[CruizinKev]

thx guys! no progress at this time - just received few little parts from Spohn

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/11/IMAG0612-1.jpg

[SRD art]

Progress is a good thing, good to see you're back at it.

[Motown 454]

Kev empty your PM box.

[CruizinKev]

done :)

[BulldawgMusclecars]

Every little bit helps!

[CruizinKev]

Progress is a good thing, good to see you're back at it.
thx man! :twothumbs

Every little bit helps!
yeah thats right :)

just received moar parts! corvette c5 calipers :cheers:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/12/IMAG0651-1.jpg

[SRD art]

Woohoo! Or should I say, Whoa!

[monteboy84]

What's your plan for the rear brakes? LS1 Camaro rotors, mounts, and abutments with Corvette calipers work sweet for keeping the internal parking brake. They're basically a bolt-on, and give you the same size rotor as a Corvette anyway :smoke: Kore3 brackets on 98-up S10 Blazer spindles are tough to beat for the fronts.

-matt

[CruizinKev]

well I don't know about the rear brakes yet. I just wanted to buy the C5 front calipers but the seller didn't want to split the front from the rears so I had to buy all 4 calipers. like said before I don't know much about the rear brakes. Can I use the C5 rear calipers with my stock 7.5" rear end? is there a conversion bracket or something available? so its also possible to use the same stuff for a 8.5" rear end - just in case I'll get a 8.5" in the future?

[uneek1976]

You could use either the 7.5 or the 8.5 with those calipers. Their the same calipers I have on my regal.

[CruizinKev]

oh cool! this is with an functional e-brake?

[rfalker1]

thanks guys! unfortunately the project is kinda on hold again. i've been very busy with moving into a new house, getting a new job and having big problems with my daily Jeep..

few days ago I was bored with photoshop:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/10/quickchopa2-1.jpg

now I think thats the best color combo so far. I love that sinister look with black wheels on a black car...

I like the look, I say 19" 20" or 18" 19"

[CruizinKev]

thx! I'm thinking about the 18"/20" combo like this:

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/12/10-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2011/12/buick_188f_2010r-1.jpg