69 Firebird Build

[69TAPoser]

Thanks zman, I was wondering about that and was hoping that wasn't the case. Oh well, I think it is worth swapping them, I could definetly use more room.

I know what you mean about time. I have been fortunate the past 2 months that I have been able to "sneak" in the garage quite a bit. However, I did get the "look" from the wife last night...so progress may be slowing just a bit!

Phil

[Motown 454]

Looks good nice and tight no rinkles. Wayne

[MrQuick]

Thanks zman, I was wondering about that and was hoping that wasn't the case. Oh well, I think it is worth swapping them, I could definetly use more room.

I know what you mean about time. I have been fortunate the past 2 months that I have been able to "sneak" in the garage quite a bit. However, I did get the "look" from the wife last night...so progress may be slowing just a bit!

Phil

The core is different and still available through aftermarket vendors..
$47 on ebay
Just a note, you can just redrill the outer box you have (since its painted) I can mail you a template or just copy off the one you might have already.Then install the reinforcing plate, gasket and 2 screws. www.Stevescamaroparts.com he has them in stock with the gasket you would need. UPS's daily.

M10018 PLATE Big Block heater core outlet cover plate EACH $19.95 67-72 I could not find them on line.

Headliner looks great, nice work. A heat gun is your friend for those pesky smaller wrinkles.

[69TAPoser]

The core is different and still available through aftermarket vendors..
$47 on ebay
Just a note, you can just redrill the outer box you have (since its painted) I can mail you a template or just copy off the one you might have already.Then install the reinforcing plate, gasket and 2 screws. www.Stevescamaroparts.com he has them in stock with the gasket you would need. UPS's daily.

M10018 PLATE Big Block heater core outlet cover plate EACH $19.95 67-72 I could not find them on line.

Headliner looks great, nice work. A heat gun is your friend for those pesky smaller wrinkles.

Thanks!

Phil

[TonyHuntimer]

Your project is looking great!

Be careful with the heat gun. They work great. Sometimes to great.

Tony Huntimer

[69TAPoser]

Your project is looking great!

Be careful with the heat gun. They work great. Sometimes to great.

Tony Huntimer

Yeah, I was thinking that. I have so many hours into the headliner, I may keep the heat gun in the drawer and steal the wife's blowdryer.

Hi Hectore-

I would like to go to Norwalk this year. I need to reserve the dates.

Any pics of how your ride is coming along?

Phil

[hectore3]

Yeah, I was thinking that. I have so many hours into the headliner, I may keep the heat gun in the drawer and steal the wife's blowdryer.

Hi Hectore-

I would like to go to Norwalk this year. I need to reserve the dates.

Any pics of how your ride is coming along?

Phil

The actual car is still "rat rod like" LOL! Working on the drivetrain and electrical systems and so on. Finished the 428 with Jeff's expert help though. I am working mad overtime to get the car mechanically done in the spring/summer time frame.

With the real expense...... body work! Coming over the next winter period.

428 +.030 (434)
Wiseco custom forged aluminum flat top pistons
Zero Deck
Eagle 6.625 rods
10/10 crank
Race bearings
Melling MS54D pump
RPM intake.
72cc E-heads
.051" Cometic Head gaskets
Comp Custom Hyd "Extreme Street" lobes 248/254 @.050 .619/.639 lift w/ 1.65's
Crower Stainless 1.65 rockers
Mega brace
11.04:1 on pump gas
Ferra valves
Canton 15-452 road race pan, pickup, and windage diamond stripper
Shaker455's custom built 1000 HP annular
MSD Drop-in & Blaster 2
Accusump system 3 quart
15% under driven pulleys
TCI flexplate SFI approved

[69TAPoser]

Nice! I recognize that engine stand!

You'll be on the road before me!

Phil