1965 Chevelle

[sebtarta]

Yes I was looking in getting GW CA for the Nova.



Thanx for the info on the brakes. I bought the C6 calipers off from eBay for aout $200 shipped no rotors though, but still for front and rear it was a steal.

[bavtech]

Well I have been working on the engine bay and getting the ready to start the motor. The part that is slowing me down is the parts running I need to do each day. I keep getting stuck at a certain point because I do not have little parts like fitting, gaskets, not the right size belt, etc.

I am getting close.....This is not a super power engine. It is a crate GM ZZ4. I wanted good horsepower but not to much to make the car unreliable.

[monteboy84]

Looks good, very clean!

One thing before you go too far, if that fuel line isn't PTFE lined, you should read this thread:
https://www.pro-touring.com/forum/sh...ad.php?t=62575

[bavtech]

I will have to check into it.....I bought the bulk line from JEGS.

[monteboy84]

I'm pretty sure it's not then, you'll be fine to get the car running with what you've got, but it should be swapped out for PTFE the full length, or hardline and PTFE as soon as you can. If not, it's going to disintegrate on you, which is obviously not something you want happening.

[bavtech]

Thanks for the heads up.....I will order some and get it swapped out

[bavtech]

Well here is the some of the latest pics. Sorry for the poor quality but will take nice pics very soon.

I am down to finishing the fine details on the car and should be done this week.

Engine Pic - Still need to detail the wiring but it runs good. Still needs some minor tuning to the Holley carb.


Interior - Seats are in and the interior is coming together. I really like the LEATHER seats we used. My interior guy used leather stripped off of BMW seats to make these. It took a few back seats but it came out looking great.





Sitting in the parking lot at work.

[1971CHEVELLE]

Looks good

[65convertSSl79]

Awesome!!!!!!!!!

[Blitz]

Looks good. Can't wait till mine sports some nicer shoes and a relaxed stance.

What's your next move?

[brandonohm]

what size tires are you running on the 18x8 and 20x10s?

[bavtech]

HI.....

Sorry for the delay. Been super swamped.

Ok...the front tire size is 245/40R18 and the rear is 255/35R20. I probably would have went a little taller tire in the rear if I was to buy them again.

[brandonohm]

I have the same wheels ready to go on my 65 but in black. do you think a 275/30 20 will fit?

[69fbodyproject]

Ive always liked that body style of Chevelle. Clean lines.

[KWKRAG9]

Sweet ride. I just got a 65' Chevelle 300 that was my fathers. Me and my son are going to build a tribute car for him. He lost his battle with cancer a few weeks ago, and never got to finish the car. Mom gave me the car and wants me to finish it like dad would have wanted. A limit on funds is what is holding me back right now, but eventually plan on getting it together. it is a original 300 post with 39k on the ticker. It is a radio delete car and he was the second owner. It still has the original headlights in it.

[bavtech]

Sorry to hear about your father....Sounds like a great reason to do the project! I have a few kids and it is always great to see the enthusiasm when we build cars together.

Good luck and let me know if I can assist!

[sixfivepost]

Hey Nelson, I checked out your car a long time ago while deciding on wheel sizes. Good to see your thread updated again.

I've been considering a ZZ4 or a Fast Burn 385. How do you like the ZZ4? I'm really torn at this point and am STRONGLY considering an LS swap. The only thing holding me back is my lack of knowledge with the electronics and fuel supply requirements in addition to the fact that I am hesitant about cutting up the brand new floor to fit the T56 or 4L60e.

Dan

Project High School Sweetheart: 1965 Chevelle 300 Post aka "POSTAL"

https://www.pro-touring.com/showthre...OSTAL-quot-%29

[bavtech]

Yeah... I have been busy with some Euro car projects and my muscle cars are getting neglected right now. I have one customers car that was just on the cover of Eurotuner magazine and a bunch of others. I am collaborating with a good friend right now and we have three cars getting ready for SEMA.

I think the ZZ4 is a great motor. It is a great compromise between horsepower and reliability. I have ran that motor have recommended it to many customers. It is a engine that will cruise in the hot weather without overheating and giving you trouble.

Trust me ... I also love the LS1 but for muscle car simplicity and getting you on the road quick it is very hard to go wrong with the ZZ4 crate engine.

[nicke]

Nice 65'! I really like how you have it setup.

[sixfivepost]

Thanks man, good luck with the build!