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    1. #201
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      Very cool! I absolutely LOVE the big 60's GM cars. ROCK ON!!
      (but I predict the rubber accordion and wire tie to be short lived)

    2. #202
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      When Tom Upgraded his brakes I purchased his previous brakes as a upgrade to mine. I now have Baer 6P’s with two piece rotors on all four corners.



      One of my concerns was tire clearance on the front. I decided to make some changes to the inner fenders to allow for more clearance. The changes I made are hidden by the outer fenders but provided lots of extra room. This picture shows the in process changes.



      Last edited by 64G-lark; 11-26-2018 at 06:44 PM. Reason: Added image

    3. #203
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      The first time I built the car I purchased Intro 17” Vista wheels. I really liked the looks and ran them for several years. My issues started when I first upgraded brakes and now with the 6P’s there was no way they would work. The two other issues were 1.) the valve stem holes were on the backside and the stems hit the calipers on the previous upgrade. 2.) they were heavy. I hunted high and low to find a affordable three piece wheel in a 18” size that could also do custom widths. I ordered one set from a unnamed company to only to be called back a month later and told they couldn’t meet the specifications I requested.
      In the end I settled on Jongbloed Racing X-6 three piece wheels. They are expensive but not as high as some other brands. Ryan was able to meet all of my spec’s ( larger front hubs, big brake clearance, 1/2” studs, custom sizing, and valve steam location. They are much lighter than the previous wheels. The sizes are 18 x 9 front and rear. Backspacing in the front is 5.75” and the rears are 4.25”. Keep in mind my rear has been narrowed. With the inner fender changes I could have gone to a 9.5” front and may do that in the future. This was part of my reason for going three piece. So I could rehoop as I continue to make changes. I plan to add some mini tubs in the future.




    4. #204
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    5. #205
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      This is really cool and makes me glad that I’m getting some time right now to love on my 66 Special. Not going this extreme but still doing the big wheels and tires and at some point a power update. For now the poor old 300 will keep it rolling until my 69 Dart, my boat and my bike go away. Clearing the herd a bit for room and my wife won’t let me sell the 70 camaro!
      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

    6. #206
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      Skylark looks great! Your thread has motivated me to get moving on my 65!
      1965 Buick Skylark Sport Coupe V8, Two Door Hardtop - Project
      2014 Mercedes Benz C300 Sport 4Matic - Daily

    7. #207
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      Bob I agree. So far it’s held up but we will see how long.

      Thanks Bygblok. Good luck on the 66, I started the same way but things have a way of snow balling.

      Thanks Skylark guy.

    8. #208
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      Quote Originally Posted by 64G-lark View Post
      Bob I agree. So far it’s held up but we will see how long.

      Thanks Bygblok. Good luck on the 66, I started the same way but things have a way of snow balling.

      Thanks Skylark guy.
      This was part of my weekend. Out with the old and in with the new.....
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    9. #209
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      Hi Mark,

      I just spent a considerable amount of time reading through your thread. All I can say is wow! Thanks for taking the time to document it and glad to see it’s been a family project.

      Lou

    10. #210
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      Those wheels on a white car look amazing.

      Andrew
      1970 GTO Version 3.0
      1967 Cougar build
      GM High-Tech Performance feature
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      I deliver what EFI promises.
      Remote Holley EFI tuning.
      Please get in touch if I can be of service.

      "You were the gun, your voice was the trigger, your bravery was the barrel, your eyes were the bullets." ~ Her

    11. #211
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      Thanks Lou and Andrew. Andrew I really like the Cougar. I have been following your steering upgrades.

    12. #212
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      Quote Originally Posted by 64G-lark View Post
      Thanks Lou and Andrew. Andrew I really like the Cougar. I have been following your steering upgrades.
      Thanks Mark. I hope to have that wrapped up soon. I have the electronics to wrap up, but I also want to redo some of the mechanical aspects of the epas installation.

      The more I look at your Buick the more I like it. It's so much more interesting than a 64 Chevelle. Having said that, I think I'm a minority in preferring the 64-65 A-bodies, regardless of make. Seems that most people tend to favor the 66-67s, at least for the early years.



      Andrew
      1970 GTO Version 3.0
      1967 Cougar build
      GM High-Tech Performance feature
      My YouTube Channel Please Subscribe!
      Instagram @projectgattago
      Dr. EFI
      I deliver what EFI promises.
      Remote Holley EFI tuning.
      Please get in touch if I can be of service.

      "You were the gun, your voice was the trigger, your bravery was the barrel, your eyes were the bullets." ~ Her


    13. #213
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      Quote Originally Posted by andrewb70 View Post
      Seems that most people tend to favor the 66-67s, at least for the early years.

      Andrew
      Screw those guys, nobody needs to live with that kind of negativity.....LOL

      The 64-65 GM A-bodies are the best of the 60's
      About to make poor choices and regrettable decisions

    14. #214
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      I’ll get there some day!
      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

    15. #215
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      Welcome back! Look forward to seeing more...
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      1966 Skylark
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      1960 Biscayne
      Steve

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