Scotts 65 Mustang project.

[jephs422]

What started out as a simple restoration sort of snowballed in to a restomod, then quickly became a full custom.

This 65 is 1 of 2 that we plan on finishing for Columbus this year. Although we know the competition is stiff, we can only hope to at least place. The "touring" cars is a new ave. for us as we typically live in the street rod market.

Anyhow, here's a few pics and I welcome all comments, positive or negative.

I have a few pics of the chassis I'll post, but here's a shot I like of it getting ready to go under the car.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05442-1.jpg

early stages of motor mock up

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05524-1.jpg

rather than welding the chassis to the body, we opted to make custom mounts (not shown, the washers are for mock up) that will make for less road noise and nicer overall feel to the car.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05521-1.jpg


some trunk work

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05479-1.jpg

basic fuel tank

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[jephs422]

starting on the trim for the tunnel

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you can sort of see here where the tunnel is flared for the exhaust. The exhaust runs under the drive shaft then exits and go through the frame.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05630-1.jpg

[jephs422]

you can see here the drip rails are shaved already. Here is Geoff working on the door gaps.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05804-1.jpg


A cool little door pull was added ( I call it the change holder)

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05806-1.jpg

handles and locks shaved...

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05770-1.jpg

bear claw installed along with the new striker

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05766-1.jpg


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[jephs422]

gas filler and trunk lock are gone

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05764-1.jpg

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couple overall outside shots

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05761-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05759-1.jpg

[jephs422]

sweet, the motor showed up.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06020-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06017-1.jpg

On to the interior

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05993-1.jpg

Custom center console

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05987-1.jpg

This is a good shot to see how the chassis sits. On most full frame Mustangs you lose precious seat height. The way we do ours you can channel the body right inside the door line, and retain full leg room.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC05985-1.jpg

[jephs422]

This is the beginning stages of the new front end. Geoff made a new lower valance

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06652-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06637-1.jpg

not sure if you can tell here, but the filler peice has been made to fit the new bumper that has been trimmed, recessed, raised, narrowed, and what not, LOL

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06651-1.jpg

New bumper location from the side view

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06618-1.jpg

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New inner fender panels complete with body line that wraps around.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06655-1.jpg

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core support has been given a bit of treatment

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06654-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06653-1.jpg

[jephs422]

The car was really missing something. Oh, I know, how about a set of side scoops. These have the matching mesh that is in the new grill

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06790-1.jpg

the rear ended up getting a new panel and the rear bumper was narrowed and recessed.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06788-1.jpg

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New grill trim was made out of sheet metal and the old pt metal one was ditched

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06785-1.jpg

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[LSX1STGEN]

Wow - just when I think that it's all been done - Scott wow's again!

[jephs422]

core support cover and trim pieces

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06816-1.jpg

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https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/034-1.jpg

here's a shot of the rear. A custom set of led's were made. they look pretty sweet

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/DSC06979-1.jpg

here's an under shot of the hood scoop. It's functional and retains the factory contour under the hood of the bracing.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/IMG_0398-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/IMG_0403-1.jpg

[jephs422]

Well off to paint.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/009-1.jpg

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we really wanted to stay away from the big scoop thing, once it's all painted, i think the hood and all the proportions are going to look fantastic.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/03/014-1.jpg

[oestek]

Very nice! Great pics... thanks for posting!

[SamHatco]

Excellant craftmanship. You should be proud of your work. The owner is one lucky guy. :1st:

Sam

[CruizinKev]

man niiiiiiiiiice! looks killer :twothumbs

[FadedSS]

looks great man keep up the good work

[PROTREE]

:1st:wow excellent work keep pics comming cant wait to see finished car

[Motown 454]

WOW Amazing fab work. I really like the rear quarter air intakes.

[r.a.w.rods]

Very Nice!!

[GT500KR_Vert]

really nice job

[Kennedy]

I love the metal work, great car.

One thing I wonder about the rear bumper is why doesn't someone just weld and smooth all the seams up so it looks like one piece. I think it would really finish the rear of the car off.

Chris

[1971CHEVELLE]

Very nice:1st:

[CptKlutz]

Sign up another fan, great work and details. :smoke:

[jephs422]

I love the metal work, great car.

One thing I wonder about the rear bumper is why doesn't someone just weld and smooth all the seams up so it looks like one piece. I think it would really finish the rear of the car off.

Chris

the rear end really needs some contrast. If we welded up and smoothed it out completely, it would end up being a monochromatic theme, which we are staying away from. The bumpers will be chromed and will ass a nice flair.

[BigCat]

Beautiful car! Please keep us updated on the progress.

Luke

[bwhinnen]

Really nice work, this is going to look awesome in paint. Any renderings?

And is this being done at Scott's Rods?

[jephs422]

I do have renderings, but they are all hand drawn and my dang scanner's busted. I'll go get one next week.

I'll definitely try to keep you guys updated. Yes, the work is being done here at Scott's Hotrods. We are actually building 2 65's. I'll start another thread with that one. It's just as sick.

[bwhinnen]

I do have renderings, but they are all hand drawn and my dang scanner's busted. I'll go get one next week.

I'll definitely try to keep you guys updated. Yes, the work is being done here at Scott's Hotrods. We are actually building 2 65's. I'll start another thread with that one. It's just as sick.

Sweet! You guys do some great work there! Can't wait to see the next one too.

[1offwizard]

Awesome!

[jephs422]

Sweet! You guys do some great work there! Can't wait to see the next one too.

Thanks. I finally got the other one up, check it out :)

https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/showthread.php?t=54652

[jephs422]

**Update**

Car is primed and about to be blocked. the plan is to have it shot by next week. BASF Glasurit is sponsoring all of the paint products for us. Our painter REALLY enjoys shooting their stuff.

Here's a few pics.

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/DSC07358-1.jpg

https://static1.pt-content.com/images/pt/2009/05/DSC07365-1.jpg

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[CruizinKev]

wow very nice!! :twothumbs

[thedugan]

love it

cant wait to see it completed

[Ratty 46]

I could not stop reading & looking at this project - outstanding work.

Ratty 46

[LMDGUY]

love how it has a streetrod feel to it!

[SatisTraction]

updates?