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02-03-2019 #1
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66 Buick Special
Got it out in natural light today for the first time in quite a while. First test drive on the new suspension, tires and wheels. Enjoyed it even if it was short lived. Got no dash or anything else in it right now so I didn’t go far.
70 Camaro 383/700r4 no place to hide
1966 Buick Special cheaper than a Chevelle but just as fun!
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02-04-2019 #2
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Great to see another Buick on here. Nice stance.... What are future plans for it?
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02-04-2019 #3
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The suspension will end up with air I hope. Haven’t decided between an older LT1 or a 5.3 yet. Leaning to the 5.3 because of the crazy support for those swaps. Paint will be charcoal, black nickel chrome bumpers and trim and a blue interior. Long term goals for sure! Building it for my wife to enjoy and drive so I’m trying not to go stupid with it.
70 Camaro 383/700r4 no place to hide
1966 Buick Special cheaper than a Chevelle but just as fun!
2019 ZL1/1LE track day missile
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02-04-2019 #4
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1966 was an exceptional year for automobile styling! Beautiful gem you have there! The patina or primer is exquisite! 5.3's are wonderful power plants. then of course there are coyote swaps.... I jest LOL!
Best wishes on your build!
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02-05-2019 #5
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Thanks. The patina is actually a really old repaint. The car was originally white and repainted silver at some point. The white under the silver is the factory paint. Very solid car with no rust in the fenders, rockers or doors. Minimal body work needed so I’m happy!
Originally Posted by HotWheelz
70 Camaro 383/700r4 no place to hide
1966 Buick Special cheaper than a Chevelle but just as fun!
2019 ZL1/1LE track day missile
02-05-2019 #6
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Love it!
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Awesome, love the old Buicks!
Josh Campbell- Pushing the limits of my HOA since 2011
71 Firebird- 455, Ridetech front suspension. https://www.pro-touring.com/threads/...04#post1124504
67 Camaro RS/SS clone, Speedtech front suspension, coilovers, soon to get LT1/T56.
82 Z28- cheapie beater, soon to get a 406.
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06-02-2021 #8
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haven't been on much but still working on the 66. Got the firewall plate in(has it's first coat of paint on it now but bare in the pic after welding) Started painting the frame rails, motor and trans are ready and I stripped just about the whole car down to the 1966 lacquerprimer......ugh.
70 Camaro 383/700r4 no place to hide
1966 Buick Special cheaper than a Chevelle but just as fun!
2019 ZL1/1LE track day missile
10-29-2021 #9
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Well gee, I went outside to let the dog out and put him in the shop about 2130 this evening. This weird thing came over me and I decided to mate these two together on a blind date and all of the sudden they’re spending the first night in their new home………… on a side note, I realized once again tonight that I’m NOT 21 any more. This hurts a little!
#keeponpushing70 Camaro 383/700r4 no place to hide
1966 Buick Special cheaper than a Chevelle but just as fun!
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01-05-2022 #10
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Got some more done lately. Floors are all in and got the rearend under it again. Might get this on the ground again this year! Gotta get brakes for it now………
70 Camaro 383/700r4 no place to hide
1966 Buick Special cheaper than a Chevelle but just as fun!
2019 ZL1/1LE track day missile
01-05-2022 #11
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Any info on the the firewall plate? Fabricated or purchased?
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01-06-2022 #12
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got it from these guys Charlie. I couldn't make it for what it would cost in metal and labor for what Chris and his guys charge. I've gotten a couple from them now..... Originally Posted by Charlie_in_OC
1964-67 Chevy Chevelle/Malibu Firewall Panel [6467CHVELLEFW] - $159.95 : Modshop Inc, Custom sheet metal products, air ride components, and more!70 Camaro 383/700r4 no place to hide
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02-01-2022 #13
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got some more work done on the floors. Last piece of insulation going in. I'll do the areas under the seats when I decide what seats I'm going to use and make holes and brackets. I want this car quiet enough inside to hear a gnat fart!!
70 Camaro 383/700r4 no place to hide
1966 Buick Special cheaper than a Chevelle but just as fun!
2019 ZL1/1LE track day missile
03-22-2023 #14
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More stuff
Been doing little stuff. Got the term x all wired, motor is ready to run except a fuel line. It’s even an “official” Buick motor now!
70 Camaro 383/700r4 no place to hide
1966 Buick Special cheaper than a Chevelle but just as fun!
2019 ZL1/1LE track day missile
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