I started the restoration of my 1968 Dodge Charger with a plan to build a modern Bullitt. The outside of the car will look like the movie car with exception to the wheels, tires and a lower stances.
I'm planning on a set of one off 17" wheels to match the look of the hubcaps use on the Bullitt Charger. This will allow larger brakes and wider tires. This hubcap was made to look like a mag wheel and now
I'm going to have a wheel made to look like a hubcap. The motor will be a gen III Hemi 6.4 or the new Hellcat if it would fit under the stock hood? And a 6 speed manual trans. I have a lot of details to work out but for now
I will bag and tag the parts and get the car media blasted.
Thanks
Pat
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This how car looked when I bought it a 1 ½ years ago.
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And now the parts start coming off!
Awwww Yeeaaahh! Going to be one badass machine! Can't wait to see the progress. :2thumbs:
This sounds awesome. Definitely interested in seeing what your wheel idea turns out like.
Who will be making the wheels?
Yeah, the wheels are going to be an interesting part of the build and a big part of the cool factor.
Sounds awesome :yesnod:
Wow, sounds like it's going to be an awesome car!
Looks pretty good just the way it is! Any problem areas with the body?
Very interested to see how you build the wheels to look like the hubcaps! When will you start on that, and will they fly off multiple times upon command?
While the idea sounds interesting why mess with near perfection? :scratchchin: Guess I am just old. :shruggy:
Modern engine, I could go either way. My self Ray Burton 426 with EFI. :2thumbs: Better handling, sure cannot fault that. Bigger brakes, why not 4 wheel disc all the way around? Far as 17 inch rims, that where my age shows. My self, nothing bigger than 15". Now with the idea of them looking like factory wheels with hub caps, maybe but I am all so not a fan of 15" with hubcaps.
My :Twocents: worth Cuda Ken
Quote from: crj1968 on April 30, 2014, 05:08:02 PM
This sounds awesome. Definitely interested in seeing what your wheel idea turns out like.
Who will be making the wheels?
I'm still working on who will make the one off wheels as there are a lot of players in this business I'm just looking for the right Company that will take an interest in this project.
Quote from: bill440rt on April 30, 2014, 08:37:48 PM
Wow, sounds like it's going to be an awesome car!
Looks pretty good just the way it is! Any problem areas with the body?
The body is in great shape all original body panels No accidents and very little rust. The only significant piece of the car that is going to need to be replaced is the trunk floor as the back window leaked.
Quote from: cudaken on April 30, 2014, 09:23:36 PM
While the idea sounds interesting why mess with near perfection? :scratchchin: Guess I am just old. :shruggy:
Modern engine, I could go either way. My self Ray Burton 426 with EFI. :2thumbs: Better handling, sure cannot fault that. Bigger brakes, why not 4 wheel disc all the way around? Far as 17 inch rims, that where my age shows. My self, nothing bigger than 15". Now with the idea of them looking like factory wheels with hub caps, maybe but I am all so not a fan of 15" with hubcaps.
My :Twocents: worth Cuda Ken
The last charger I built I went with a 472 Ray Barton Hemi. Been there done that, time for something more streetable with just as much power. As for the 17 inch wheels that will look like the hubcaps if done as i'm planing, it should still have the illusion of a 15 inch wheel. To achieve this allusion Outer rim of the wheel will be painted white to act as the white wall that is on the tires of the Bullitt car.
Thanks
Pat
How will these 'hubcaps' go flying off?
I'm curious to see what a 17 or 18 inch "hubcap" styled wheel will look like...
How heavy do you think they'll be?
Quote from: Ghoste on May 01, 2014, 07:26:26 PM
How heavy do you think they'll be?
The cap over the lug nuts will add a few pounds to the wheel. note the blacked out part of the hubcap between the spokes will be cut out and the wheel will be only as thick as needed. I'm working with Evod industries and should have a few computer drawings in a week or two.
Thanks
Pat
Likewise, interested to see how it turns out Pat.
:cheers:
Pat, have you tried MHT Alloys for the wheels?
Quote from: bill440rt on May 02, 2014, 09:24:49 PM
Pat, have you tried MHT Alloys for the wheels?
Bill, I have look at their site and they make some cool wheels, but I went with Evod because they respondent to my emails quickly and when we talked on the phone they had a lot of interest in my idea. They assured me I would only need 4 wheels as theirs would not fly off ;-)
Thanks
Pat
:2thumbs:
Still bagging and tagging the charger so I can get the car to the media blaster. Overall the car is in great shape with all of its original sheet metal and no accidents. The front fenders have never been off the car as I had to remove the great factory undercoating to get to the fasteners for the splash guards. The media blaster I'm sure will uncover a few surprises. But for now here is the Good the Bad and the Ugly to date.
The Good, all of the frame rails are in excellent condition with only one small area of rust on the right side trans cross member and no accidents front or rear.
The Bad, a little rust on the driver's side floor that will take an 8" x 12" patch panel
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And the Ugly, I knew I would be replacing the trunk floor when I bought the car, but the back yard patch job is Ugly! On the good side both trunk drop and frame rails are rust free.
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Thanks
Pat
I received the 1st rendering of the custom wheel I'm having made to look like the hubcaps used on the Bullitt Charger. There are a few small changes that need to be made, such as the center emblem is not orientated correctly. There will be a tool that will fit the emblem which will allow access to the lug-nuts. I'm very happy with the 1st drawings of this one off wheel and look forward to seeing them made.
This is the original hubcap
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And here is the custom version of the hubcap
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Thanks
Pat
Looks freaking awesome!!!!! :cheers:
That is going to be a very good looking wheel.
This is wild!
Ah hell yeah!! :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
This is gonna be one sweet Charger! :yesnod:
Those look amazing! Nice car too
Count your blessings on the rust, it could have been like mine.
Um...I want some rims like that. :coolgleamA:
Heck I'd be totally happy with those hubcaps in 15"
:faint: :faint: :faint: Those wheels are going to look awesome
Wheels look sweet!
Is the area in between the spokes going to have black inserts or just leave them open?
I would buy those wheels if they were available.
Yeah the black inserts...I would add them but make them slotted as it would possibly cool the brakes? :shruggy: Dam great idea. I'm surprised none of the experts (the old farts) thought of this idea before!!
Awesome!!!
You're onto to something there.
This wheel could be a huge success if it hit the market.
Would you get some credit for it?
Royalties?
I know that you're focused on your project but you may have hit it out of the park with that design.
I would put these on my 68, 15x10 on the back and 15x8 on the front and ditch the Cragars.
Bryan :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Can't wait to follow this one!
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on May 22, 2014, 02:28:15 PM
Wheels look sweet!
Is the area in between the spokes going to have black inserts or just leave them open?
I'm not sure yet as we are still working on the fine details. I think I like the black outline as it will hide the brake dust.
Thank You!
Pat
Quote from: VegasCharger on May 22, 2014, 09:35:57 PM
Awesome!!!
You're onto to something there.
This wheel could be a huge success if it hit the market.
Would you get some credit for it?
Royalties?
I know that you're focused on your project but you may have hit it out of the park with that design.
I would put these on my 68, 15x10 on the back and 15x8 on the front and ditch the Cragars.
Bryan :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Credit- maybe?
Royalties- NO :-(
Thank You!
Pat
Pat, you think its possible that these wheel could be avail to others?
I mean I know you are doing a one of a kind thing here, but dang those are cool.
Quote from: crj1968 on May 23, 2014, 08:12:36 AM
Pat, you think its possible that these wheel could be avail to others?
I mean I know you are doing a one of a kind thing here, but dang those are cool.
I'm sure they would love to make more of these wheels, the problem is the pricing as they are very expensive. I hope to have more information and a few more drawings in another week. The more I look at the renderings more excited I get about this set of wheels. After I iron out some of the small details I am told it will be about five weeks to get the wheels made. This is like the cart before the horse as its way early in this project to need the wheels and tires But I think I'll have to get these wheels on order real soon before somebody else have them made first.
Thank you,
Pat
Yeah, well it won't be me getting them made first. I'm broke! :P
Cool concept and interesting take on modernizing the wheels!
I like the concept of the wheels but Im still trying to envision where the white will be painted on the rim to simulate the white wall?
Also the Fratzog....Licencing?
Quote from: Just 6T9 CHGR on May 24, 2014, 07:38:27 AM
I like the concept of the wheels but Im still trying to envision where the white will be painted on the rim to simulate the white wall?
Also the Fratzog....Licencing?
We are still working on the white walls, but may abandon doing the white walls on the wheels and look into tire with a small white wall? Also we will look to move the black line further out on the rim with the next renderings. As for the Licensing of the Fratzog (Dodge logo in the center of the cap) we are looking into using the Fratzog from the hubcap as it is bolted on if we can find good use or NOS ones? If not and we make our own then they will just be a little different than the originals ;-)
Thanks
Pat
I have been trying to restore the parts as I remove them instead of at the end of the project. The left side vent box is the last item I did and it cleaned up nicely. Here are a few before and after pictures.
Thanks!
Pat
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nice. Hey that 3rd picture looks just like mine. :icon_smile_dead:
Received a few more wheel drawing with the logo upright and the black around the cut outs removed. Next drawings will have the extra material remove that was black as I think it may look better??
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This is the front wheel 17x9 with a 5 ½" back space
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And this is the back wheel 17x11 with a 6 ½" back space
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on May 24, 2014, 09:18:22 AM
Quote from: Just 6T9 CHGR on May 24, 2014, 07:38:27 AM
I like the concept of the wheels but Im still trying to envision where the white will be painted on the rim to simulate the white wall?
Also the Fratzog....Licencing?
We are still working on the white walls, but may abandon doing the white walls on the wheels and look into tire with a small white wall? Also we will look to move the black line further out on the rim with the next renderings. As for the Licensing of the Fratzog (Dodge logo in the center of the cap) we are looking into using the Fratzog from the hubcap as it is bolted on if we can find good use or NOS ones? If not and we make our own then they will just be a little different than the originals ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Pat, I was also thinking that before regarding the whitewall. Have you looked into Diamondback tires for a thin white stripe tire? That would look great combined with those wheels. A wider whitewall stripe may give the tires a more rubber band appearance, you think?
Quote from: bill440rt on May 27, 2014, 09:01:23 PM
Quote from: keepat on May 24, 2014, 09:18:22 AM
Quote from: Just 6T9 CHGR on May 24, 2014, 07:38:27 AM
I like the concept of the wheels but Im still trying to envision where the white will be painted on the rim to simulate the white wall?
Also the Fratzog....Licencing?
We are still working on the white walls, but may abandon doing the white walls on the wheels and look into tire with a small white wall? Also we will look to move the black line further out on the rim with the next renderings. As for the Licensing of the Fratzog (Dodge logo in the center of the cap) we are looking into using the Fratzog from the hubcap as it is bolted on if we can find good use or NOS ones? If not and we make our own then they will just be a little different than the originals ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Pat, I was also thinking that before regarding the whitewall. Have you looked into Diamondback tires for a thin white stripe tire? That would look great combined with those wheels. A wider whitewall stripe may give the tires a more rubber band appearance, you think?
Bill,
I agree a ¼" whitewall tire would give it the right look, but I think finding a 335-35 for the rear with a whitewall is the problem? Diamondback have a 315-35 that could be a good compromise??
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on May 27, 2014, 09:53:31 PM
Bill,
I agree a ¼" whitewall tire would give it the right look, but I think finding a 335-35 for the rear with a whitewall is the problem? Diamondback have a 315-35 that could be a good compromise??
Thanks
Pat
Could be. Might be a little "short" though.
Diamondback will also put a whitewall on any tire as well. :yesnod:
This is the final design of the wheel and the order is in! No black in the openings and the openings are larger. I should see them in 6 to 8 weeks.
Thanks!
Pat
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That will look quite striking, nice one Pat. :2thumbs:
Maybe one of the gurus here could do a photoshop rendering on a black car :shruggy:
I was diggin the black accents...but it is still a great looking wheel. :2thumbs:
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on May 28, 2014, 07:59:00 PM
I was diggin the black accents...but it is still a great looking wheel. :2thumbs:
Yeah I like the black accents as well, but in the end I really like the larger openings. I think the black in the hubcap was to represent the drum brakes in the allusion of a mag wheel, That's why ultimately left it off.
Thanks
Pat
Disassembled both doors so I can send out the vent window and door handles for re-chroming. Here are a few picture of the left doors hardware cleaned and painted along with the right doors hardware as it came out.
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I remembered from my last 68 charger that reproduction the tail light gaskets didn't fit well. This time I was able to remove the original gasket without much damage and used an upholstery steamer to expand the foam. Then I sprayed a few coats of Plasti-Dip to fill in any damage. They should work like new!
Thanks
Pat
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Still removing and restoring as I go, but not much photogenic stuff to post. One of the things I restored was the rearview mirror and I took a few pictures of my sons 68 mustang with it.
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Soon my Charger will look as good as his Fastback but it will be a lot faster ;-)
Thanks!
Pat
Nice mustang :popcrn:
I still love your Silver 68 but this is going to be a beauty as well! That Stang is bad a$$
Random question....how much is a can of Plasti-dip?
In my neck of the woods...$22 a can. (when I can find it)
Looking forward to seeing this build! Especially the rims!
Nice details. Love the review with the Mustang looking jealous. :cheers:
can't wait to see how this turns out, loved your other restorations!
Quote from: RIDELIKEHELL on June 09, 2014, 08:01:27 AM
I still love your Silver 68 but this is going to be a beauty as well! That Stang is bad a$$
Yeah I really love that silver chargers as well! But I know I'm going to love driving this new one a lot more!
Your silver charger looks awesome with the black vinyl top, Love the contrast!
Thanks!
Pat
Quote from: Ram07 on June 09, 2014, 12:37:50 PM
Random question....how much is a can of Plasti-dip?
In my neck of the woods...$22 a can. (when I can find it)
Looking forward to seeing this build! Especially the rims!
The Edgewater Maryland Ace Hardware sells it for about $9.00 for the spray on, And the liquid version is about $14.00
Thanks!
Pat
Received my tires yesterday, 255/45 and 335/35. Hope to get the wheels in a few weeks, then I can test
fit the front wheel/tires but will have to wait until I mini tub the rear to see the back wheels/tires under the car.
Thanks!
Pat
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WOW, Youre gonna put steam rollers to shame with those rears :coolgleamA:
Sweet! That's some serious size tire you got there! :o What's the plan for the rear to make it fit? 4 link?
Why the 35 series in the rear and 45 up front? Why not use a 35 or 40 series on the front?
Those are some huge slabs of rubber! :o Looks like they could be used on a Flintstone car :smilielol:
Nice! :drool5:
So what became of the whitewall? Any updates on that?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on June 14, 2014, 12:20:29 AM
Sweet! That's some serious size tire you got there! :o What's the plan for the rear to make it fit? 4 link?
Why the 35 series in the rear and 45 up front? Why not use a 35 or 40 series on the front?
I plan on using RMS suspension front & rear as there 4 link will work with TTI exhaust. As for the tires size the 335/35-17 are the same height as the 255/45-17, so from the side they will look the same. At a little over 26.1" tall they are ½" taller than the original F70-14 (25.6") used on the Bullitt car.
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: bill440rt on June 14, 2014, 07:27:57 AM
Nice! :drool5:
So what became of the whitewall? Any updates on that?
Still looking into finding someone to cut a 1/4" groove and add a white wall to the tires???
Thanks
Pat
Give Diamondback a call. They say can add a red/blue/white/gold stripe to any tire. :2thumbs:
Since youre having custom rims made, why not have the whitewall added to the rim? :shruggy:
this vette has low profile tires , and the whitewall is actually part of the rim :shruggy:
WOW THAT LOOKS GREAT :2thumbs:
I'm curious to see what keepat has in store. :yesnod:
The "whitewall" on the wheel gives off that '50's flavor. Not sure how that would play for a modern Bullitt look.
Whatever the case, this is gonna be one bad ass car. :drool5:
Quote from: keepat on June 14, 2014, 08:25:39 AM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on June 14, 2014, 12:20:29 AM
Sweet! That's some serious size tire you got there! :o What's the plan for the rear to make it fit? 4 link?
Why the 35 series in the rear and 45 up front? Why not use a 35 or 40 series on the front?
I plan on using RMS suspension front & rear as there 4 link will work with TTI exhaust. As for the tires size the 335/35-17 are the same height as the 255/45-17, so from the side they will look the same. At a little over 26.1" tall they are ½" taller than the original F70-14 (25.6") used on the Bullitt car.
Thanks
Pat
Nice!
If anything just do a pinstripe just to give it the look, anything bigger than that will take away from the look of the wheels, especially on low profile tires.
Something like this but in white would make it stand out without being in your face. I've been thinking about doing this to my 69? :scratchchin:
I skinned the charger and found a little rust around the back window but the front window channel looks great!
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I also pulled the motor and Trans, as I sold it. With the motor in the car and still running I put it on Craigslist with a video and the 2nd called bought it! The 1st called was pissed.
Thanks
Pat
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Went to Chrysler Carlisle and picked up a AMD trunk floor and US Car Tool chassis stiffening kit and mini tub kit and a few other things. It was hot but a great day!
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Removed the glue and green paint from the fuel fill pipe and sanded the lead coating with 400- 600 and 800 then clear coated it. Note use a respirator and glove when sanding lead.
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If you are looking for modified red or white line tires I am happy with mine from diamond back tires- here is a set I put on a barn find car I picked up:
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Holy SAUSAGES! Those tires are going to look wicked on those rims! Great thread :drool5:
With the car still on all 4 I started fitting the US car tool frame connectors and after a little grinding they fit pretty well.
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I also started on the only part of the frame that was rusted. The right side of the cross member needed a small section cut out and replaced so I found a donor frame rail to graft in the frame.
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I will weld up after I finish cleaning the undercoat off.
Thanks
Pat
I'm late to the thread and drooling already. Great work! I want those rims!!! :drool5:
Can't wait to see those custom rims :2thumbs:
Evod said the wheel should ship late next week and sent a picture of one of the center sections.
Thanks
Pat
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That is going to look REAL nice, Pat! :yesnod: :drool5: :drool5:
Can't wait to see more progress pics. :popcrn:
I installed the US Car Tool core support today and fit great with just a little grinding. I order it without the holes as I like the original look. Next to the subframe connectors and torque boxes it is one the best stiffener you can add to a Mopar! I ground down and radiuses the weld so it would look original. You could jack the car up from the core support now!
Thanks
Pat
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Damn! I didn't know you could order the brace without the holes. :brickwall: Oh well, too late to buy another.
Progress is looking good. :2thumbs:
I received another picture of my wheels today. This one with the complete center cap.
Thanks!
pat
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This keeps getting better and better :2thumbs:
I received a few more pictures of my front wheels. The red and black paint in the center cap should make them pop!
Thanks!
Pat
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Those look great!!
If you don't mind me asking what are they going to run you $ wise?
Pat,
Are these wheels really a unique set? Say someone tomorrow says hey, I like these, can he pick up the Phone call these guys and buy a set?
nice work !! wheels look good , different :coolgleamA: , keep the up dates & pictures coming !! awesome stuff :cheers: :drool5: :popcrn:
Hanging out to see how they pop with colour...
Quote from: DC_1 on August 01, 2014, 12:40:53 PM
Those look great!!
If you don't mind me asking what are they going to run you $ wise?
About 2,000 for each wheel
Quote from: six-tee-nine on August 01, 2014, 01:15:47 PM
Pat,
Are these wheels really a unique set? Say someone tomorrow says hey, I like these, can he pick up the Phone call these guys and buy a set?
They are original one offs but anyone could have them duplicated, I'm sure they would love to sell some more! Unfortunately the only way the price would come down is if someone made a cast version of the center section.
Thanks
Pat
WOW :o You can buy a lot of NOS hubcaps for 8 large!! Just kidding I love the wheels and they're going to look great. Nice idea to have them made. :2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on August 01, 2014, 07:19:03 PM
Quote from: DC_1 on August 01, 2014, 12:40:53 PM
Those look great!!
If you don't mind me asking what are they going to run you $ wise?
About 2,000 for each wheel Quote from: six-tee-nine on August 01, 2014, 01:15:47 PM
Pat,
Are these wheels really a unique set? Say someone tomorrow says hey, I like these, can he pick up the Phone call these guys and buy a set?
They are original one offs but anyone could have them duplicated, I'm sure they would love to sell some more! Unfortunately the only way the price would come down is if someone made a cast version of the center section.
Thanks
Pat
The center section is the hard part? I was going to recommend you wheel shop look at doing a trunk medallion center for the 1966-67 Charger since that center section of the wheel looks like it's mostly there.
Received the wheels Friday and they exceeded my expectations. I will paint the red and black details in the center cap soon and hope to get the tires mounted next week.
Thanks
Pat
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Wow. Can't wait to see more progress on this car.
Looks sweet! Love the hidden lug nuts.
Is the center cap just pressed on? Can't wait to see them painted. :2thumbs:
Those wheels look great! Truly a perfect upgrade from the hub caps. :2thumbs:
Are the rear wheels wide enough?? :o :shruggy:
Those wheels look awesome! Its funny, the original hubcap pictured next to the wheel, makes the hubcap look like a part for a toy car.
Jason
Well, they completely kick a$$, now don't they?? :drool5: :drool5: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :drool5: :drool5:
Can't wait to see them with some accent paint, that should really make them pop. :2thumbs:
Creative build threads like these are great. :yesnod:
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on August 09, 2014, 02:13:03 PM
Looks sweet! Love the hidden lug nuts.
Is the center cap just pressed on? Can't wait to see them painted. :2thumbs:
Yes, they are pressed on with a Oring for a tight fit and it takes a suction cup to pull it off. There actually two caps that make up the center lug cover. I'll post a few pictures removed from the wheels when I paint them.
Thanks for the comments guys!
Pat
Received some of the parts I sent to Paul's Chrome here are a few before and after pictures
Thanks
Pat
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Please tell me it's the lighting and you didn't have everything gold-chromed!
Yo man you don't like gold ;-)
Its all chrome, the lighting in the picture makes it look gold.
Thanks!
Pat
Just curious, why not buy reproductions of some of that stuff? Rechroming is so expensive - especially door handles and such that are available? That fuel cap and trim ring had to be expensive to rechrome.
I don't want to be a jerk, but are the reproductions that bad? It might have saved some money to use elsewhere in the project. :scratchchin:
http://www.classicindustries.com/product/mopar/parts/mf363.html
Quote from: TUFCAT on August 19, 2014, 10:25:54 AM
Just curious, why not buy reproductions of some of that stuff? Rechroming is so expensive - especially door handles and such that are available? That fuel cap and trim ring had to be expensive to rechrome.
I don't want to be a jerk, but are the reproductions that bad? It might have saved some money to use elsewhere in the project. :scratchchin:
http://www.classicindustries.com/product/mopar/parts/mf363.html
I'd like to know as well. I am inclined to spend more and have my original parts rechromed though, I just do not have any faith in repro parts anymore.
In my opinion there is a noticeable difference in factory pieces (re chromed or not) and reproduction. A lot of reproductions are made of a much lighter, more brittle metal. On window trim it is very obvious. On emblems and small pieces it isn't as obvious until they break.
That being said I bought reproduction pieces. If I was building a car of this caliber I would definitely try to re chrome oem stuff especially if it was original to the car.
No question, re-chroming cost more than double most of the repro parts. Some of the repro parts look and fit good but I like reusing as much of the original parts as I can. It's cool to think that the original door handles and fuel fill will be on the car along with other parts I had re-chromed. There will be a lot of repro parts on this car but I will restore what I can.
Thanks
Pat
Parts look great, Pat! :yesnod: :drool5:
I agree.
A lot of the repro trim pieces are very close, but there are differences. Especially with the fuel filler cap & bezel. The lines just aren't as defined.
Some repro outside handles look a little "boxy" IMHO. And the "NOS" ones that are commonly offered for sale are really truck handles that don't fit all too well on the bottom side of the handle. I've been looking myself for a set of real nice used ones to have rechromed, but even clean ones are hard to find now. Closest repro's are the ones from Trim Parts, IMHO.
Sorry for the tangent. :rotz:
Keep the pics coming, Keepat. Can't wait to see how this car comes together. :2thumbs:
Those responses are inline with my way of thinking....I got the confirmation I expected. :cheers: For that reason I always look at any reproduction part before buying - to decide weather its good, or barely acceptable. :Twocents: :Twocents:
Luckily my Coronet exterior chrome is near perfect. The 1967 Coronet parts market is limited (and 440 model specific) parts don't exist in reproduction. :pullinghair:
However I do have a reproduction passenger side mirror, and it looks thick and bulky around the edge details (like Bill says)
I've heard Paul's Plating is the best out there when it comes to small detail items.
Quote from: TUFCAT on August 19, 2014, 10:25:54 AM
Just curious, why not buy reproductions of some of that stuff? Rechroming is so expensive - especially door handles and such that are available? That fuel cap and trim ring had to be expensive to rechrome.
I don't want to be a jerk, but are the reproductions that bad? It might have saved some money to use elsewhere in the project. :scratchchin:
http://www.classicindustries.com/product/mopar/parts/mf363.html
I have to agree with most here... repo parts suck. They are better than nothing, but there is a reason it's cheaper than rechroming. The AMD bumpers are a good example... they look better than crusty bumpers, but they are far from perfect. Every reproduction part I used on my 69 either looks cheap, does not look 100% original, did not fit well, etc. It wasn't in my budget to rechrome anything. But I would rather have a flawed original part (minor pitting, small scratches, etc.) than a new repo in most cases.
Parts look great Keepat!!!
Jason
yep, i agree ,
:2thumbs: those parts look great, love the way he was able to do the brushed finish to part of the fuel cap
Yes those parts look amazing!! Now i have a bit of a dilemma on my hands. All of the stainless trim pieces on my 68 are as close to perfect as you can get, but most of the same pieces as shown here by Keepat are in just as bad, if not worse shape than the parts Keepat had re-chromed. It's not really in my budget, nor am i doing an OEM Gold restored level of build, to spend a ton of money on re-chroming, so i have been planning on buying new re-pop parts to replace some of my rough and pitted parts. I had know idea the re-pop's suck so bad, now i'm a little worried about it buying these parts. To the untrained eye at most local events i'm pretty sure no one would ever notice the little differences, as long as they fit properly i'm ok with the differences, that's still the route i'm gonna have to go.
Since all the NOS stuff has virtually dried up, should we be looking for slightly weathered parts for rechroming cores?
I think there are decent reproduction parts out there- I am happy with pretty much everything I have picked up.
Try to see it in person first or stick with recommended products/brands.
The repro stuff doesn't always have very long-lasting chrome on it, either. Some people complain that their brand new chromed parts are getting chalky within a couple years.
I'm still working on the colors but I think it is close to the original hub cap colors. I also ordered the motor today, an aluminum gen III 6.1 Hemi stroked to 426 ci and about 650 hp
Thanks
Pat
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Looks great :2thumbs:
Jason
Sure does, well done Pat, its outside the box a bit which adds to the appeal.
Wow! These look great so far. You have to mount some rubber and put them on the car already! The suspense is killing me!!!
The red and black really pop! :2thumbs:
Agree with the red/black popping....but man, those wells with a black painted lip like the mockup earlier would be killer :coolgleamA:
I dig the idea the best. Plus you got the coin to make it happen, that usually generates excellent results. Let's hear about the rest of the plans?
Quote from: Patronus on August 23, 2014, 04:31:53 PM
I dig the idea the best. Plus you got the coin to make it happen, that usually generates excellent results. Let's hear about the rest of the plans?
Sorry for the delayed response as I was moving my son back to school. Below is a list I put together a year ago for this build, I'm sure there will be changes along the way.
Thanks
Pat
Charger ideas
Custom 17" wheels. Use originals hub caps to make wheels, maybe 18" with outer rim to have 1/2" white strip and 1/2" black to match tire. This will help make the wheel look like a 15" original wheel.
426 gen III aluminum block hemi twin fuel injected throttlebody's
5 or 6 speed
Custom drive shaft
TTI Ceramic coated headers
TTI 3" Exhaust with charger exhaust tips
electric exhaust cutouts
Aluminum radiator with electric fans
Awesome stereo system
Upgraded front seats but original looking made by legendary
RMS front and rear suspension
Front Alterktion coil over system
Rear Street-Lynx
InBoard mounted front leaf-spring mounts
Brake Wilwood 6 piston front 13"
4 piston 13" on the rear
Hydroboost with Wilwood MC
Mini tub as to fit 335 tires with 12" wheels on the rear
Front to have 255 tire with 9" wheel
Black Black Black!
Front air ducks for brakes
Rear air ducks for brakes
Under engine cover
Custom fit front and rear bumpers
Add torque boxes front and rear. US car tool subframe connectors
Aftermarket air conditioning that will work with original vents and controls
Send dash pad and top of door panels to Just Dashes (black)
US car tool mini-tub kit
Spring Re-location kit
:popcrn:
I finished the rust repair on the right side quarter panel, it required 3 small patch panels and a little fender well repair. The trunk floor extensions have some pits but require no repair just a coat of POR 15.
Thanks
Pat
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I also had the tires mounted on the new wheels but I have yet to cut in the mini tub so I had to put the front wheels on the rear for pictures as the 12" wheel with the 335 tire don't fit the car yet.
Thanks
Pat
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Very Nice! :bow: The wheels came out great and carry the modern hubcap theme well. :2thumbs: (not sure about the size yet..., but I'm keeping an open mind) :icon_smile_wink:
Tell everyone they're the Kelsey recall hubcaps!
That looks amazing with some rubber on it!
Wow really cool build!
maybe a black rim so the centres, being hubcap copies stand out more? They sort of get swallowed up with all that chrome. Nice looking wheel always liked those hubcaps wish they made a 15 inch version
Quote from: don duick on August 30, 2014, 06:48:19 PM
maybe a black rim so the centres, being hubcap copies stand out more? They sort of get swallowed up with all that chrome. Nice looking wheel always liked those hubcaps wish they made a 15 inch version
Don't get me wrong the wheels look Awesome! A little flat black somewhere(not sure where) to break up all that chrome would be ideal.
Those are wicked :2thumbs:
Aw man, I think those look FANTASTIC just the way they are!! :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
This car is just going to be awesome, I can see it now. :yesnod:
(I think I have a new favorite Charger build thread...) :popcrn:
Quote from: moparnation74 on August 30, 2014, 07:38:58 PM
Quote from: don duick on August 30, 2014, 06:48:19 PM
maybe a black rim so the centres, being hubcap copies stand out more? They sort of get swallowed up with all that chrome. Nice looking wheel always liked those hubcaps wish they made a 15 inch version
Don't get me wrong the wheels look Awesome! A little flat black somewhere(not sure where) to break up all that chrome would be ideal.
I plan on testing a 3/16 black line on the outer rim as it is on the original hub cap. I'm having 17 7/8"x 3/16 vinyl ring made to check the look.
Thanks for the comments!
Pat
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Too cool!
way cool , :2thumbs:
i even like them with out the caps :drool5:
The wheels look great. What if you painted the coves around the holes a flat aluminum or gunmetal just to break it up. I don't think black around the holes would do it cause I think it would just make the holes look bigger...
I installed a vinyl black ring on one of the wheels to match the black line on the hub caps and I like the look. Hard to see the black line in the pictures but I think it finishes the look of the wheel.
Thanks
Pat
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:2thumbs: The wheels look great! Very cool idea.
yep....the black ring works for me! :2thumbs:
That black rings clearly sets off the rims and breaks up the chrome. Badazz!
yep that looks better
Definitely better!
Killer. :yesnod:
TPR
One more vote for the black ring.
Received my dash and door pads from Just Dashes and they look great. This is the 2nd Charger dash and door pads they have done for me just wish they could replicate the stiching :-( here are a few before and after pictures
Thanks
Pat
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Car going to stay black , ? Add redline to wall of tyres ,
Quote from: fy469rtse on September 14, 2014, 02:55:32 AM
Car going to stay black , ? Add redline to wall of tyres ,
The car will be black and red line tires would look great but as it will be a Bullitt charger they should be white
Walls. I think adding a white wall will make the wheel look bigger??
Thanks
Pat
Finished the rear valance and left rear quarter rust repair. One more rust spot on the front side of the left quarter to do then on to the trunk floor.
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Very nice looking metal work! :cheers:
Holy crap, your metal work skills ,
Geez no sign it was even welded or repaired :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :cheers:
Come over any time I'll put the barby on , name your drink
Time to do a in depth on your next repair, so we can all see how you get it like that
Nice job keeping the corner caps!
That is talent! Saving all that original metal along with premier metal repair work performed. :2thumbs:
Thanks for the comments guys! Welding is a mixture of skill and patience, fortunately I am blessed with a lot of patience to make up for my lack of skill ;-)
Pat
Received a few pictures of the motor Indy is building for the charger. As soon as the 2nd FAST throttle body shows up I will drive out for the Dyno and bring it home.
Thanks
Pat
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:drool5:
Nice touch with the Bullitt name on the vc's...WOW! :coolgleamA:
This car is going to be amazing!
Again- very nice metal skills!
:drool5:
Wow, this just got better!
That is one clean looking motor! :drool5:
:drool5: :faint:
That engine, WOW! Valve cover lettering is sweet!
:notworthy:
Quote from: TUFCAT on October 20, 2014, 04:15:59 PM
Nice touch with the Bullitt name on the vc's...WOW! :coolgleamA:
I'm really happy with how the valve covers turned out, we did the same thing on my son 68 Bullitt mustang (warning mustang picture/video below ;-)
Thanks!
Pat
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I de-torsion bar the charger, as I'm going to use RMS coil over front suspension.
Thanks
Pat
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Third photo down ,
While your welding , close up that slot and existing hole in cross member, your not going to use that and probably run new fuel and brake lines down the other side of those frame rail connectors.
That hole and slot is for these to be added to a stock configured car , on mine I had room to run a new hole to the other side of connector
But great work , I don't think I have ever seen any one remove or even think of de torsion barring the cross member
Quote from: fy469rtse on October 23, 2014, 05:43:06 AM
Third photo down ,
While your welding , close up that slot and existing hole in cross member, your not going to use that and probably run new fuel and brake lines down the other side of those frame rail connectors.
That hole and slot is for these to be added to a stock configured car , on mine I had room to run a new hole to the other side of connector
But great work , I don't think I have ever seen any one remove or even think of de torsion barring the cross member
I think you're right it would look a lot better welded up, just need to confirm exactly where my fuel lines will run.
There will also be more modifications to that crossmember as to make room for the new transmission.
Thank you
Pat
exceptional work, great job :cheers:
Wow, that is going to be quite the car :2thumbs:
Luv the engine with relocated coils and custom valvecovers. :drool5: That ModMan intake with dual throttlebodies looks cool. :icon_smile_cool:
I see that ICH is using a set of FireCore ignition wires on this build....excellent choice :icon_smile_big:
Looking forward to seeing this one completed....keep up the great work Pat ! :bow:
Ron
Quote from: firefighter3931 on October 26, 2014, 09:55:09 AM
Wow, that is going to be quite the car :2thumbs:
Luv the engine with relocated coils and custom valvecovers. :drool5: That ModMan intake with dual throttlebodies looks cool. :icon_smile_cool:
I see that ICH is using a set of FireCore ignition wires on this build....excellent choice :icon_smile_big:
Looking forward to seeing this one completed....keep up the great work Pat ! :bow:
Ron
Ron,
I like the old-school look of the Mod Man intake just not sure how much hood clearance will be left. I have yet to see any pictures of this set up on a B body let alone a charger.
Thanks
Pat
very nice work s :cheers:
Added a cross member just forward of the leaf spring mounts. Used a 2" x 1 ¼" "C" channel cut and welded to fit in the floor tunnel under the rear seat. This should add additional rigidity to the chassis without impeding the driveshaft. Torque boxes are next.
Thanks
Pat
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Nice touch! :2thumbs: This car just keeps getting better and better! Can't wait to see more.
:popcrn: Nice work! :2thumbs:
Your metal fab skills are like WOW! :o
:notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy: I still have the issue of MOPAR MUSCLE in the garage with your previous 68 Pat! Awesome work
Quote from: RIDELIKEHELL on October 30, 2014, 02:25:30 PM
:notworthy: :notworthy: :notworthy: I still have the issue of MOPAR MUSCLE in the garage with your previous 68 Pat! Awesome work
Thanks! You are a great judge of silver 68 Chargers as it takes one to know one ;-)
Drove to Reilly Motorsports yesterday to pick up the front and rear suspension for the charger. Bill Reilly is a great guy and he had everything ready for pickup! Also stopped in Hazleton PA for the best chili dogs at Jimmy's! I will post a few more picture of the RMS part when I get them out of the boxes.
Thanks
Pat
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Pat, I would love to try that dog joint sometime. My wife is from PA so the next family trip we will stop by. Thanks for posting.
Assembled the shocks using anti-seize and chased the threads on the upper control arms. Nice working on clean new stuff instead of old rusty stuff.
Thanks
Pat
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If ever you get tired of this car... :callme: :lol:
White cupboards in your garage !!??? You are one tidy / clean mechanic ! Mine would be cover in an hour !
I assemble the new front wheel hubs, hats and the rotors. I used the same Wilwood 13" 6 piston brakes on my last 68 Chargers and they worked great!
Thanks
Pat
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Picked up the new motor for the charger and watched a few pulls on the dyno yesterday at Indy Cylinder Head. The folks at Indy were great accommodating our dyno session and pick up on a Saturday.
The motor spec are, Aluminum 6.1 GEN 3 block that has a 4.125 bore and a 4.050 stroke, which makes it 433 ci. The crankshaft and H-beam rods are from Comstar. Diamond pistons are 10.5 to 1 and the 6.1 heads are fully CNC. Comp cam Hydraulic roller cam .572/.576 with .240/.244. MSD ignition and Fast EFI dual throttle bodies.
On 92 octane she had an average of 635 hp and 536 Lb ft of torque.
I'll post a few pictures later today
Thanks
Pat
Here are a few pictures and a video of the dyno.
Thanks
Pat
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God i love shiny objects :drool5:
Any idea what the complete engine assembly weighs?
Quote from: Ghoste on November 24, 2014, 07:13:16 AM
Any idea what the complete engine assembly weighs?
When Indy removed the motor from the Dyno they weighed it without the alt, AC, PS, & flywheel and it was 470 lbs
The weight savings from the motor should help offset the added weight to reinforcing the chassis.
Thanks
Pat
Its still enough though isn't it? What with all the alloy and such. :2thumbs:
I put the Moser 9" rear together, I ordered 3.70 gears and a Detroit Truetrac differential.
Thanks
Pat
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:drool5: :drool5:
:popcrn: :popcrn:
This is a TV show in itself!
:cheers:
Damn, this build is amazing! Can't wait to see more pictures!
Nice Rearend! That's what my 68 needs Pat :icon_smile_cool:
I've got the same 6-piston Wilwoods as well, they are excellent! :yesnod:
Pat, I am amazed at how fast this project is coming together with all the neat stuff you are doing. This is going to be an awesome car!! :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
I'm :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: here.....
Quote from: bill440rt on November 27, 2014, 09:13:33 AM
I've got the same 6-piston Wilwoods as well, they are excellent! :yesnod:
Pat, I am amazed at how fast this project is coming together with all the neat stuff you are doing. This is going to be an awesome car!! :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
I used the same Wilwoods on my silver charger and I was very happy with them also! The only difference was I used red calipers on the silver Charger but with this car I chose to go black so with the custom wheels it would look more like the hubcap. As for the speed of this project I'm sure things will slow down quite a bit when I get to the body work and paint.
Thank you
And I hope everyone has a great Thanksgiving!
Par
QuoteIts still enough though isn't it? What with all the alloy and such.
A stock iron B/RB wedge is around 650, very roughly. A 440 with the AC compressor will be a few dozen more. A bare-bones 383/400 will be a few dozen less.
With tube headers, aluminum heads, intake, and water pump housing, an iron-block B/RB motor will be about 100 lbs lighter than stock.
:scope: nice work , looking good :yesnod: :drool5: :cheers: :popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn:
I move the Charger to Kurt's Hot Rod shop to start the really dirty part of the restoration. I will do the body work and paint here as we did on my son's Mustang.
Thanks
Pat
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That's got to be the nicest looking Charger I've ever seen with patch panels! :yesnod:
i agree, what a nice car to start with :popcrn:
Quality work. I expect to see this car in a magazine (or two) after you're done with it.
:2thumbs: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Received the T-56 6 speed transmission I ordered from Silver Sport Transmission today, along with the clutch, flywheel, peddles, and Quick time bell housing. So now I have most of the drivetrain component.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on December 04, 2014, 05:59:47 PM
Received the T-56 6 speed transmission I ordered from Silver Sport Transmission today, along with the clutch, flywheel, peddles, and Quick time bell housing. So now I have most of the drivetrain component.
Thanks
Pat
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It's official: I'm jealous. :lol:
Yeah, this is turning into a crazy build.
That thing looks shifty.... :icon_smile_wink:
:popcrn: :popcrn:
6 speed, :drool5:
This should be a series!
Soon my Charger will look as good as his Fastback but it will be a lot FASTER ;-)
Thanks!
Pat
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Faster just like in the movie :yesnod: I'm amazed you can find the time to do all this work and document it so well.
Thanks for sharing.
:icon_smile_big:
Wow...great theme and a great build ! Awesome work. Can't wait to see the paint.
Ron
Picked up a cool sissor lift for the shop and it will work great to put the motor in
Thanks
Pat
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:coolgleamA: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Great build Pat! :2thumbs:
Nice lift... :drool5:
Quote from: keepat on December 17, 2014, 04:46:38 PM
Picked up a cool sissor lift for the shop and it will work great to put the motor in
Thanks
Pat
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Pat, can you share some pictures of the undercarriage with the car up on the lift? I've been looking at buying either a MaxJaxx lift or this Atlas lift for three years now. I just need to put an order in and be done with it! LOL
Love the wheel idea.
Gun rack?
JWW
Mike,
Here are a few more pictures of the lift. For the price it is a great lift!
Thanks
Pat
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Thanks Pat! Like you said, for the price you can't beat it! Tired of the jack stand thing. Do you think the locking mechanism is sturdy?
Sorry to change the topic of your thread. The car will be beautiful like the past one!
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on December 18, 2014, 07:38:14 PM
Thanks Pat! Like you said, for the price you can't beat it! Tired of the jack stand thing. Do you think the locking mechanism is sturdy?
Sorry to change the topic of your thread. The car will be beautiful like the past one!
The lift has a good locking mechanism but for added security you can add a jackstand under the center support that the hydraulic rams are on. After you buy one you will kick your self for waiting all these years!
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on December 18, 2014, 08:44:12 PM
After you buy one you will kick your self for waiting all these years!
I definitely know that will happen. In Spring time I'll go and pick one up! Thanks for the help! Keep the pictures coming - great build!
I need one of those lifts as well :yesnod:
Was the motor included with the lift you bought ?? Or was it an additionl charge. Just curious ?
Quote from: Canadian1968 on December 21, 2014, 12:31:41 PM
Was the motor included with the lift you bought ?? Or was it an additionl charge. Just curious ?
It was included! See link below
Thanks
Pat
http://www.gregsmithequipment.com/Atlas-TD6MR-Portable-Scissor-Lift
Quote from: RIDELIKEHELL on December 21, 2014, 07:54:32 AM
I need one of those lifts as well :yesnod:
Cool drawing!
If you have the room (Height) a 4 post lift would be best but for low ceiling garages the scissor lift great, and yes you should get one!
Thanks
Pat
I have the factory undercoating remove from the back of the car. It is leveled and I added some reinforcements inside the car before I cut the frame for the spring location kit.
Thanks
Pat
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I cut the bottom of the US Car Tool spring relocation mount so they are flush with the frame and filled the lower holes. Then cut the rust free factory frame rails for the spring relocation mounts.
Thanks
Pat
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That is one clean unibody under there! :yesnod: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
Sure is, I would love to start a car project with floors like that just once in my life.
Quote from: Ghoste on January 05, 2015, 06:19:09 AM
Sure is, I would love to start a car project with floors like that just once in my life.
That's why I bought this car ;-)
Pat
This thread makes me happy
I have the spring relocation mounts installed. The US Car Tool spring mount have an alignment flange that bolts to the original forward spring perch but I had to cut it off as the Reilly Motorsport Street Lynx centers to the original frame (36 ¾")
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I used the frame cutouts to make templates to match the shape on the new spring mounts.
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With spring mounts tacked welded on I will fit the upper crossbar before welding in.
Thanks
Pat
Before welding in the new RMS cross member I add a gusset inside the frame to help distribute the load to both side of the frame. I also had to make two shims to fill the small gap of the cross member.
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I used a spot welded to hold the shim in place.
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When it is welded in I will remove the original cross member.
Thanks
Pat
The Plasma cutter and spot weld cutter make short work of removing the right side inter wheel well. It would nice if it goes back in as easy, wishful thinking!
Thanks
Pat
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I test fit the 4 link rear today and put the rear wheels on the car for the 1st so I can setup the inter wheel wells. It's not quit the milestone of a car coming out of the paint booth, but seeing it with the wheels on and the right stance is a close 2nd!
Thanks
Pat
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Sharp!
The stance, rims, and tires look phenomenal! :2thumbs:
Looking awesome! :2thumbs:
This car is going to look great when completed. :drool5:
Those wheels a freakin' awesome. Great work!!!
Jason
WOW!
That looks amazing! As always I am eager to see more.
Very Impressive! Beautiful work, I cannot wait to see it complete! Great job Pat!!! :2thumbs: :cheers: :drool5:
Thank you gentlemen!
PERFECT!!
:scope: clever stuff !! nice work :yesnod: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Jesus christ! those tires are wide.....
Some nice craftmanship going on right there. :popcrn: :popcrn:
Before the new trunk floor gets installed I moved the wheel well flange in 2 ¼" on each side to keep an original look to the floor.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: timmycharger on January 22, 2015, 10:28:37 AM
Quote from: Patronus on January 05, 2015, 08:18:41 PM
This thread makes me happy
X2
X3, love this build. Keep up the awesome work Pat . . . and let me know when I can come hang out in your garage.
turning old mopars in to works of art.
Amazing quality you are putting into this one! Love the tires and the stance, makes me want to tub mine now. :2thumbs:
Quote from: RamZCharger on January 22, 2015, 11:15:34 AM
Quote from: timmycharger on January 22, 2015, 10:28:37 AM
Quote from: Patronus on January 05, 2015, 08:18:41 PM
This thread makes me happy
X2
X3, love this build. Keep up the awesome work Pat . . . and let me know when I can come hang out in your garage.
Thank you, I'm glad you guys enjoy it!
I'm at the shop just about every night from 7:00 pm to 10:00 stop in when you are in Edgewater MD.
Thanks
Pat
white and red 69 , so your going to show us how to do it with out needing to re paint qaurters, ?
going four link it as well , Dana ? please start thread , :2thumbs:
if you manage to do this , please post , and im going to follow suit, need much bigger tyres to mine , spins at will
have i mentioned love your work, and recent photo's are just plain beautiful , cars in very good hands
Quote from: fy469rtse on January 23, 2015, 12:29:18 AM
white and red 69 , so your going to show us how to do it with out needing to re paint qaurters, ?
going four link it as well , Dana ? please start thread , :2thumbs:
if you manage to do this , please post , and im going to follow suit, need much bigger tyres to mine , spins at will
have i mentioned love your work, and recent photo's are just plain beautiful , cars in very good hands
Thanks! I'd love to but I couldn't cut into my baby at this point, just bolt on parts for now. I wish I had the skills to pull it off but I don't have the metal skills that Pat has. Hopefully another project will be in my future that I can go crazy with, I just need more money and more garage space. :lol:
Remove what was left of the trunk floor and cut some dead weight out of the frame by removing the rear spring mounts. I also removed the left side trunk drop to do a little rust repair that I found when the trunk floor was removed. I could've bought a new trunk drop but I enjoy saving as much of the original steel as I can.
Thanks
Pat
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Damnit.... Your going to make me spend more money :lol:
Love this build.
Out of town for a few days working at the Miami boat show, but got back on the Charger this weekend. Remove most of the paint, undercoating, and surface rust in the trunk.
Thanks
Pat
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Heat-gun and a putty knife and then wipe down with lacquer thinner makes quick remove of the original sound deadening.
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:popcrn: :popcrn: :2thumbs:
great work , keep posting
Great work Keepat :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
I love lacquer thinner, does many wonders when you're in this hobby :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Before installing the trunk floor I started on the back window as it would be easier to clean up the welds under the window frame without the trunk floor.
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Made a few template of the corner before cutting the rust out as to match the shape.
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Welded in the lower half of the corner before cutting out the top half to help hold the shape.
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Use the trim to confirm the shape as I tacked welded the new metal in.
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One corner done and one to go.
Thanks
Pat
:popcrn: Really enjoy seeing progress on this one!
The right side was a little more work but turned out nice.
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Next project is the trunk floor and mini tubs.
Thanks!
Pat
Sure am glad i came across this build! Your metal skills are amazing. Cant wait to see the finished product! :cheers:
Test fit the trunk floor today so I can measure for the inner wheel wells. With the back seat cross braces removed and upper corners slightly bent up. The only other modification need was to bend the right side aft wheel well corner which I was planning on as I didn't weld that corner on yet in anticipation to a tight fit at the widest point of the trunk floor.
Thanks
Pat
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Thanks for the detailed write up on the rear window corner repair. I will be using this to repair mine.
Quote from: Cncguy on March 07, 2015, 10:10:08 PM
Thanks for the detailed write up on the rear window corner repair. I will be using this to repair mine.
You are welcome, good luck with your repair!
Thanks
Pat
awesome Job :coolgleamA: :2thumbs: , looking good !! :yesnod: thanks for sharing the pictures ! keep them coming :popcrn: :cheers:
Man! nice work. :2thumbs:
One word....
WOW!
Jason
Two words...
Thanks guys!
Fit and butt welded the US Car Tool mini tub kit to one of the wheel wells. The left side fit great and I'll let you how the right side works soon. Would be nice if someone made wide stock looking wheel well like they have for GM & Ford cars!
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I screwed on the extension to the outer wheel well. The shape of the kit is spot on!
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With the extension in place I screwed the inter wheel well on so I could remove it as one part to weld it together.
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Added about 2 ½" to the wheel well, a lot of work for a 335 tire but it will look cool!
Thank you!
Pat
Very impressive metal shaping & welding work.
:2thumbs:
After seeing this I wish I tubbed mine! Great work Pat.
Very impressive work. Looking good. :2thumbs:
Quote from: RamZCharger on March 13, 2015, 10:19:16 AM
After seeing this I wish I tubbed mine! Great work Pat.
Me too!
Man, your metal work is so CLEAN!!! :drool5:
Thanks for comments guys,
Pat
Finished the front wheel well floor flange and test fit the left wheel tub. Now on to the right side.
Thanks
Pat
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Awesome! Amazing metal working skills! Love seeing this build go together. :2thumbs:
Can I send you my car for some tub work? :lol:
Right side wheel well is finished and fits great.
Thanks
Pat
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You sir are a metal wizard! :bow:
:coolgleamA: :iagree: :popcrn:
Great work Pat! AMAZING!
almost makes me want to re do mine :icon_smile_big:,
:2thumbs:
US Car Tool supplied custom trunk hinge supports with the mini tub kit but I'm not sure how they fit and they don't look right for this build so I modified the original mounts. I made a cardboard template and transferred the shape to the original mount. This finishes the original look I was working on.
Thanks
Pat
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I like yours far better.
Great metal work Pat :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Keep it up :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
:icon_smile_cool:
:notworthy:
Yep , yours Pat,
love how it appears stock looking , almost unless you had too cars side by side ,,would be the only way you could tell :popcrn: :popcrn: :2thumbs:
I agree Geoff!
I still can't get over the quality of the work... OUTSTANDING.
Looks excellent!!! :drool5: Best part is that it looks like it came that way from the factory. Very nicely done. :2thumbs:
Thank you gentlemen! Trying to use as much of the original car as possible along with keeping the modifications looking original has been a lot of work, but fun!
Thanks
Pat
Looking good! :2thumbs:
With the inter wheel wells out the aft end of the rockers is open. So before they go in for good I vacuumed, cleaned , and sprayed Eastwood internal frame coating inside. Over 46 years old on the east coast they look great inside and now they should be good for another 46 years. I wonder if I'll be good for another 46 years :scratchchin:
Thanks
Pat
Before and after
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:2thumbs:
Epoxy the inside of the trunk and rear frame rails with DuPont 2505S DTM epoxy primer/sealer today.
Now its ready to weld the trunk floor and inter wheel wells in.
Thanks
Pat
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Again :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Oh that looks so good , very good , great work :2thumbs:
Quote from: VegasCharger on April 06, 2015, 03:06:24 AM
Again :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
:2thumbs:
Welded in the trunk floor today and hope to put the inter wheel wells in tomorrow. The floor fit great with little persuasion. I was able put a bead of seam sealer at the tail panel and where the interior floor meets the trunk floor. I also used my spot weld wherever I could reach and plug welded what was left.
Thanks
Pat
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Looks great love seeing new sheet metal ,
Great quality work :2thumbs:
Looking good! :cheers:
Shear artwork! :2thumbs:
Thanks Guys!
Epoxy primer the inter wheel wells along with few other parts today. I hope to install them permanently tomorrow.
Thanks
Pat
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How well did that spot welder work for you? I have the same one and it was quiet the pain in the a$$ to get those 18" tongs to work. Just curious what kind of luck you had.
This is the 3rd car I have restored using the Miller spot welder and I have had no problem other than the weight of the unit. For the most part I only use the 18" tongs. I find it best to have 2 people, one to align the spot welder and one to hold the unit. The weld timer is nice when you can't see the weld. Got to keep the ends clean and do test weld before and after each job to check for weld penetration. What problem are you having?
Thank you!
Pat
The amount of work and detail in this project is incredible.
The masking tape over the drill holes for a good contact is incredible. :2thumbs:
:cheers:
I have been away from the Charger for a few days as my youngest graduated culinary school (CIA) in NY. He is only home for 3 weeks then back to school for a business degree.
I welded in the wheel wells and have the bumper & trunk supports painted and ready to install.
Thanks
Pat
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Your pics are always great, the quick wipe down really allows the work to shine.
Quote from: Homerr on April 27, 2015, 10:50:57 AM
Your pics are always great, the quick wipe down really allows the work to shine.
Thank you! If you're going to take the time to do the work and post the progress, then you should take good pictures! I enjoyed the restoration well as the documentation. It is fun to go back and review the work years later.
Thanks
Pat
As always Pat... nothing but PERFECTION! :2thumbs:
Your pictures are always gold! :drool5:
Love this thread! :cheers:
Jeff
All the metalwork in the back of the car is complete and now it is time for the front of the car, motor, 6 speed, and RMS suspension. (The fun stuff)
Thanks
Pat
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:2thumbs:
Great work! :2thumbs: Can't wait to see the front end come together. :popcrn:
I just remembered today marks one year into this build that I'm shooting to finish by next spring. It is so true how fast time fly's by as we get older :-(
Pat
:popcrn: :popcrn:
I drop the K member and remove the bump stops from the frame rails. The K member has SSBC disc brakes and is in good shape with a tight steering box and I would like to sell it if anyone is interested? I will post it for sale soon.
Thanks
Pat
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I cut the bump stops off so that they could be reused on another car if someone needs a set?
Cleaned up the frame rails and fit the RMS K member.
Thanks
Pat
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Looks outstanding. I wasn't sure how well you'd top the silver 68 but I think you have accomplished that. :cheers:
:drool5:
It's absolutely beautifull ! Can't wait to see the ending result :yesnod: :angel: :drool5:
Nice! :drool5: Are the insides of the fenders and floors going to be painted or undercoated?
I need to get me one of those mini floor lifts! Must make working on the car a lot better than jack stands. :lol:
Looks great Pat! Just finished this stage myself! :drool5: :drool5:
Keep 'em coming! :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
:cheers:
Jeff
Quote from: SnoPro440 on May 04, 2015, 12:13:50 PM
Looks outstanding. I wasn't sure how well you'd top the silver 68 but I think you have accomplished that. :cheers:
The silver charger was my 1st Mopar and it was a fun car to build, but the black charger I'm shooting for a better diving car.
Thank You!
Pat
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on May 04, 2015, 03:19:59 PM
Nice! :drool5: Are the insides of the fenders and floors going to be painted or undercoated?
I need to get me one of those mini floor lifts! Must make working on the car a lot better than jack stands. :lol:
The wheel wells will get undercoated and the rest of the bottom will black like the top but the clear will be a special graffiti proof clear to help keep the bottom clean.
Thanks
Pat
Even with all my calculations, double checking with the different venders, and other threads with similar suspensions it was a relief seeing the front wheel on the car with great clearance and no rubbing issues with in the fender.
Thanks
Pat
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Looking good Pat :2thumbs: This is going to be a wild one! Love following this thread and your work...
Marc
Quote from: RIDELIKEHELL on May 05, 2015, 05:47:50 AM
Looking good Pat :2thumbs: This is going to be a wild one! Love following this thread and your work...
Marc
Thank You Marc!
Pat
:2thumbs:
I mocked up the steering U-joints and cut the shaft to fit, nice hardware supplied by RMS!
Thanks
Pat
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Looks great Pat!
I'll be at this stage next week.
I didn't modify my stock steering column or shaft at all.
By the looks of it, you didn't either?
Jeff
Looks great Pat!
I'll be at this stage next week.
I didn't modify my stock steering column or shaft at all.
By the looks of it, you didn't either?
Jeff
Quote from: MxRacer855 on May 08, 2015, 09:51:27 PM
Looks great Pat!
I'll be at this stage next week.
I didn't modify my stock steering column or shaft at all.
By the looks of it, you didn't either?
Jeff
I have yet to rebuild my column and yes I did not modify the column to fit.
For the mock up I use a roll-pin to hold the U joint to the shaft. When it goes in for good I will press in the solid pin.
Thanks
Pat
Thanks Pat!
I know Bill has mentioned cutting down the actual housing for header clearance, but I really didn't want to alter it like that.
Jeff
Quote from: MxRacer855 on May 09, 2015, 08:51:16 AM
Thanks Pat!
I know Bill has mentioned cutting down the actual housing for header clearance, but I really didn't want to alter it like that.
Jeff
Jeff,
I think with an A body and big block it is a must to alter the top of the column, but i think there no column clearance problems on a B body with 3rd gen Hemi.
Thanks
Pat
Thanks Pat!
:cheers:
I started relief cutting the right side only of the trans tunnel to fit the T-56 transmission. I saw this method used on an E body in another forum and it looked like a clever way of disguising the modification of the trans tunnel to fit the big 6 speed.
Thanks
Pat
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I attached a guide so I could make a straight cut with the plasma cutter.
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Looks good. I've been wondering why people don't bother doing it this way. It looks a lot better than just bending a piece of metal over ones knee, or through a roller.
Does that steering shaft collapse/telescope anywhere if you get in a wreck?
Quote from: JB400 on May 13, 2015, 10:04:16 PM
Looks good. I've been wondering why people don't bother doing it this way. It looks a lot better than just bending a piece of metal over ones knee, or through a roller.
I hope it works out as it will look original and the carpet may fit? I also plan on adding another cross member/drive shaft loop welded to the floor just aft of the trans cross member.
Thanks!
Pat
Quote from: Mike DC (formerly miked) on May 13, 2015, 11:38:52 PM
Does that steering shaft collapse/telescope anywhere if you get in a wreck?
Yes I believe all the 1967 and up steering columns had to collapse / telescope.
Thank You!
Pat
Fabricated an aluminum K member dolly as I will be installing and removing the motor and trans a lot over the next few week to fit the tunnel to the transmission.
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I will have a scissor jack at the trans end to help adjust the fit in the car.
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With K member dolly made I move the motor from the house to the Hot Rod shop. This is as close as the motor has gotten to the charger and it is about to get closer!
Thanks
Pat
Looking good :2thumbs:
Got to love a Plasma cutter! Used about 7 layers of tape for a guide and cut!
Thanks
Pat
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Click on for video.
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Hell yea you gotta love it!!! I don't have a set-up but by you providing the video I can see exactly your point. Did you happen to make some practice runs on some sort of scrap metal first? Clever ideal BTW!!!
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on May 18, 2015, 11:23:41 AM
Hell yea you gotta love it!!! I don't have a set-up but by you providing the video I can see exactly your point. Did you happen to make some practice runs on some sort of scrap metal first? Clever ideal BTW!!!
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
No practice runs, just kept it along the edge of the tape. The green tape is the thickest I have and with 5 or 6 layers its a large enough edge for a guide.
Thank You!
Pat
Installed the bell housing and transmission to the motor and set it up on the K member dolly. I think I will need to remove the right side valve cover to clear the right side inter fender. Tomorrow I will test fit the motor and trans in the car to check for tunnel clearances.
Thanks
Pat
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Awesome :drool5:
Just like my 1st Charger with the Ray Barton Gen 2 Hemi I needed to remove the right side valve cover to make it past the inter fender. I'm sure if the motor had stock valve covers it would have fit but the Indy valve covers are taller. Now I can start shaping the tunnel to fit the trans. With the lift and the fact that you can put the motor in from the bottom makes fitting and working on the tunnel a lot easier!
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I'm left with about 2 3/8" hood clearances, tight but it should work with a custom made air cleaner.
Thanks
Pat
Keep 'em coming Pat! :2thumbs:
Excellent work, Pat! :2thumbs:
Jason
this thread makes me happy :drool5:
I have the trans tunnel tack-welded in place and ready to double check the trans fit.
I open the tunnel about 3" at the front and about 1 1/4" at the tail shaft. Now I need to make an removable shifter cover that will use the original shifter boot.
Thanks
Pat
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That's beautiful looking work!
The biggest part of the trans tunnel is finished and all that is left is lifting the aft end of the tunnel to meet the new height of the trans tunnel. But before that I'm starting on the cross member that will be made from 3/8 aluminum, I'll post a few drawings of the cross member design soon.
Thanks
Pat
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Test fit the TTI headers and they fit great! Left side just touches the corner of the starter but there are no gasket installed yet and should clear when in. I also started on the cross member by making a plywood template. I should have it mocked up over the weekend and make the aluminum cross member next week.
Thanks
Pat
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I finished mocking up the cross member with plywood and will duplicate in aluminum. This design will eliminate the need for the over the trans cross member. I think with a few modifications this cross member could also be used with a stock torsion bar suspension as well.
Thanks
Pat
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Is steel-aluminum galvanic corrosion going to be an issue?
Quote from: Homerr on June 07, 2015, 08:44:49 AM
Is steel-aluminum galvanic corrosion going to be an issue?
Only if it was on the bottom of a boat ;-) No more of a problem then an aluminum trans bolted to a cast iron motor or aluminum wheel on steel brakes.
Thanks
Pat
:2thumbs: nice , :coolgleamA: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Had a friend weld the aluminum cross member for me and I think it looks great! With a little adjustment it fit as good as it looks!
Thanks
Pat
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I add a flange at each end and I need to weld on the end caps to the original cross member. Also reused the original crush brace for the new hole I added for the cross member.
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For anyone interested here is a drawing of how I think this cross-member could be made to work with a stock torsion bar suspension.
Thanks
Pat
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Great info there Pat :2thumbs:
You may be onto something :shruggy:
:cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on June 14, 2015, 03:44:06 PM
Great info there Pat :2thumbs:
You may be onto something :shruggy:
:cheers:
Thank you!
I was contacted by a high school teacher that teaches Automotive in Vo-tech. He saw the plywood mockup for the crossmember I posted and ask if he could get templates of the one I made. He said his class is rebuilding a 1968 Dodge charger and also putting in a GEN 3 Hemi along with a six speed transmission, how cool is that to be in that high school class! Their car will retain the original suspension that's why I drew the modified version of my crossmember for them.
Thanks again
Pat
Cut the aft end of the trans tunnel and tacked it in place and now it is looking close to original.
Thanks
Pat
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Looks really good Pat! :popcrn:
Quote from: mopar4don on June 15, 2015, 05:28:49 AM
Looks really good Pat! :popcrn:
Thank you sir! I'm happy with how it looks original.
Pat
Outstanding work!!! :cheers:
A few pictures of the new cross member installed with the transmission.
Thanks
Pat
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I made a shifter cover with a similar shape as an original 4 speed cover using a wood block and a press. This will cover will be removable for shifter access.
Thanks
Pat
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Cool :popcrn:
awesome :bow: clever stuff :cheers: :2thumbs: :coolgleamA: ........... :popcrn:
That's some great fabrication skills. :2thumbs:
Awesome work as always. :2thumbs:
I just had a discussion with my wife on what to do with the drive train in the Charger. Either keep the 440 and modernize it with efi and so forth, or find a new hemi. Either way the car will get a T56 as well, but I want to retain the original console. Obviously that will not be easy but with your method it will make it a bit more diabnle. I will likely have to trim some off the bottom of the console but I can live with that.
I love this build!!!
If I had the money to start over on my car, this is exactly how I would do it!
Very nice!
Quote from: Baldwinvette77 on June 21, 2015, 12:20:35 AM
Cool :popcrn:
Quote from: tan top on June 21, 2015, 02:07:14 AM
awesome :bow: clever stuff :cheers: :2thumbs: :coolgleamA: ........... :popcrn:
Quote from: Mytur Binsdirti on June 21, 2015, 05:54:25 AM
That's some great fabrication skills. :2thumbs:
Thanks for the comments!
Quote from: Dino on June 21, 2015, 09:10:07 AM
Awesome work as always. :2thumbs:
I just had a discussion with my wife on what to do with the drive train in the Charger. Either keep the 440 and modernize it with efi and so forth, or find a new hemi. Either way the car will get a T56 as well, but I want to retain the original console. Obviously that will not be easy but with your method it will make it a bit more diabnle. I will likely have to trim some off the bottom of the console but I can live with that.
Sounds like you have a cool wife if she's that engaged in what you do your charger. My wife is very similar in fact the next car we restore will be hers, not a charger but an old 40s vintage wooden wagon. As for using the center console shifter is only about 1 inches from the location of the original automatic shifter. So with the mid shifter ocation on the T 56 you will have no problem using your original console.
Quote from: redmist on June 21, 2015, 12:05:47 PM
I love this build!!!
If I had the money to start over on my car, this is exactly how I would do it!
Very nice!
Thank you! Happy Father's Day to all, I hope you're enjoying it with your children or your father!
Pat
This is the shifter that came with the T56 and I would like to find an original 1968 T handle shifter that I can modified the T handle to trigger a relay for the reverse lockout on the new trans. If anyone has one or knows where to get one please let me know. I'll check at Carlisle in a few weeks.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: Dino on June 21, 2015, 09:10:07 AM
Awesome work as always. :2thumbs:
I just had a discussion with my wife on what to do with the drive train in the Charger. Either keep the 440 and modernize it with efi and so forth, or find a new hemi. Either way the car will get a T56 as well, but I want to retain the original console. Obviously that will not be easy but with your method it will make it a bit more diabnle. I will likely have to trim some off the bottom of the console but I can live with that.
Consistent with keepat's comments, I had no issues with the T56 and the center console for my 67 Charger. Installed a shift lever from a 67 so car looks original.
Looks amazing! :drool5: That trans cross member is one sweet design.
It's these kinds of build that make me want to sell my car and start over. :2thumbs:
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on June 25, 2015, 11:45:22 PM
Looks amazing! :drool5: That trans cross member is one sweet design.
It's these kinds of build that make me want to sell my car and start over. :2thumbs:
Thank you, I would love to see somebody try to use the torsion bar crossmember I design, as I think it would be a great alternative for stock suspensions cars upgrading to a six speed T 56.
Pat
I sure could use one of those for this... A518 into my '68 Charger, with torsion bar suspension.
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I'm not sure where the transmission mount is located on and A518 but I'm sure it could be modified to work. There's not much left of the top of your crossmember to be functional with a torsion bar suspension.
Good luck with your build!
Pat
The mount holes are centered fore and aft in-plane with the front of the crossmember. The bottom of the rubber mount sits flush with the bottom of the stock bolt-in crossmember. I had planned on replacing the crossmember with a boxed and reinforced one once I determined the areas that needed to be clearanced as established with the current one. The removable lower portion would be replaced by two channels to engage the frame, joined by a 1 3/4 " tube with a ~ 30° V-bend in the center. I like your idea even better, pending the mount being relocated to where the A518 neds it...
Quote from: 67Charger440 on June 28, 2015, 01:35:53 PM
The mount holes are centered fore and aft in-plane with the front of the crossmember. The bottom of the rubber mount sits flush with the bottom of the stock bolt-in crossmember. I had planned on replacing the crossmember with a boxed and reinforced one once I determined the areas that needed to be clearanced as established with the current one. The removable lower portion would be replaced by two channels to engage the frame, joined by a 1 3/4 " tube with a ~ 30° V-bend in the center. I like your idea even better, pending the mount being relocated to where the A518 neds it...
Do you have any good pictures from the bottom showing the trans mount and shape of the trans?
Thanks
Pat
Test fit the hood today to check the clearance for the air cleaner and was happy to see there is 2 ½" at the front throttlebody and 3 ½" at the rear throttlebody. My earlier estimates were at about 2 3/8" and where an 1/8" more may not sound like much, it is a lot! Before ordering the modern-man Indy intake I could not find any info on the hood clearance other than the folks at Indy saying it will fit. Not sure it if would be the same with the stock K member?
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on June 28, 2015, 03:12:21 PM
Do you have any good pictures from the bottom showing the trans mount and shape of the trans?
Thanks
Pat
I'll get a few when I get home. I've got it tucked up about 1/2" high (bottomed out high) checking clearance right now...
I must say for once that I am happy that I put my project on hold. This build is giving me lots of ideas and inspiration. One of the most tasteful builds I have seen..... and your fab skills aint to shabby either :icon_smile_big:
Here's a few views of the A518 fit... The bolt-in crossmember still hits 2 ribs at the rear of the trans preventing it from seating fully. The front side was clearanced just enough to take measurements for depth of cut to set the rubber mount in there. Still a work in progress.
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Today I stated fitting the backseat to see what modifications would be needed to fit the min-tubs. Both inter wheel wells have been moved inboard about 2 ½" each. After the 1st test fit I was pleasantly surprised to find very little modifications would be required, and most importantly the stock seat cover could be used!
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The seat needed no modification as the seat frame cleared the wheel well.
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The two tabs at the bottom of each wheel well needed to be moved to their original location. The tabs hold the seat back down.
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These two metal rods need to be moved in about 1 ½" on each side to clear the wheel well.
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Here you can see the 2 rods moved and the original rod to show the difference.
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Fits great just need new black seat covers.
Thanks
Pat
Im following this build like a hawk. Just purchased a 1968 R/T here in Sydney Australia and you're doing a lot of what I have planned. Wanting a modern handling braking car in an old muscle car. Your skills are to be admired. Great documentation of your fabrication and repair work. Keep up the great work!
Welcome, and congratulations on the purchase of your charger. you will need to post some picture ASAP!
Thank You!
Pat
Great work Pat :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
I got to ask, are you going to have power windows?
If you've stated that earlier in this thread please forgive me as I do not remember and I didn't feel like going back thru it and read it all.
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on July 05, 2015, 06:16:27 AM
Great work Pat :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
I got to ask, are you going to have power windows?
If you've stated that earlier in this thread please forgive me as I do not remember and I didn't feel like going back thru it and read it all.
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Yes I am planning on power windows however the controls will actually be the traditional crank up window handles. The bullet movie charger had crank up windows so I'd like to keep the theme the same but have the convenience of the power windows. We use the same controls on my sons bullet Mustang, you lift the handle up a half an inch and the windows go up you push the handle down half an inch and the windows go down. Only downside is you cannot operate the rest of the windows but it looks and works cool!
Thank you!
Pat
WOW! This is such a professional build. I know its a private car, but I'm amazed that a magazine hasn't been following your progress. I would love to read an article on this one. :2thumbs:
Quote from: TCB on July 06, 2015, 11:08:48 PM
WOW! This is such a professional build. I know its a private car, but I'm amazed that a magazine hasn't been following your progress. I would love to read an article on this one. :2thumbs:
Thank You! I've had two cars I build make it into magazines and maybe one day this 1 will make it to print??
Pat
I picked up an aluminum air cleaner from Chris with Classic Haulage at Carlisle PA yesterday. Chris is a nice guy and he makes a great aluminum Hemi type air cleaner. A chrome plated repro of the original steel air cleaner is now available but as my motor is all aluminum I keep the aluminum theme. I need to make a custom filter base and get a 426 Hemi Head air cleaner sticker to finish the look.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on July 11, 2015, 08:41:53 PM
I picked up an aluminum air cleaner from Chris with Classic Haulage at Carlisle PA yesterday. Chris is a nice guy and he makes a great aluminum Hemi type air cleaner. A chrome plated repro of the original steel air cleaner is now available but as my motor is all aluminum I keep the aluminum theme. I need to make a custom filter base and get a 426 Hemi Head air cleaner sticker to finish the look.
Thanks
Pat
I'm sure you will manage with what skills you have.
And cudos to the PW set-up. Question, since you've already experienced the crank handle style pw switch what if someone were to mistake them for a regular crank style regulator and started turning the crank handle with force thinking that it will need that force to roll up or down the window? Are they pretty durable?
I always wondered what would happen in that scenario. Say that you were with a group of friends with your car and they didn't know about the window switch and they tried it while you were not noticing it.
Anyway great progress and I'm sure it will find its way to some magazine :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Quote from: keepat on July 05, 2015, 07:22:15 AM
Quote from: VegasCharger on July 05, 2015, 06:16:27 AM
Great work Pat :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
I got to ask, are you going to have power windows?
If you've stated that earlier in this thread please forgive me as I do not remember and I didn't feel like going back thru it and read it all.
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
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Yes I am planning on power windows however the controls will actually be the traditional crank up window handles. The bullet movie charger had crank up windows so I'd like to keep the theme the same but have the convenience of the power windows. We use the same controls on my sons bullet Mustang, you lift the handle up a half an inch and the windows go up you push the handle down half an inch and the windows go down. Only downside is you cannot operate the rest of the windows but it looks and works cool!
Thank you!
Pat
You know, it really wouldn't take much to add some modern, flat impulse switches under the dash, or in some other area where they go unnoticed, so you can operate all 4 windows. Add two of these and you can make them one touch power windows, have a vent feature, and have them close when you arm the alarm.. :yesnod:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-DIRECTED-DEI-535T-CAR-POWER-WINDOW-AUTOMATION-MODULE-ROLL-UP-DOWN-4-ALARM-/151222724919
Quote from: VegasCharger on July 11, 2015, 11:04:08 PM
Quote from: keepat on July 11, 2015, 08:41:53 PM
I picked up an aluminum air cleaner from Chris with Classic Haulage at Carlisle PA yesterday. Chris is a nice guy and he makes a great aluminum Hemi type air cleaner. A chrome plated repro of the original steel air cleaner is now available but as my motor is all aluminum I keep the aluminum theme. I need to make a custom filter base and get a 426 Hemi Head air cleaner sticker to finish the look.
Thanks
Pat
I'm sure you will manage with what skills you have.
And cudos to the PW set-up. Question, since you've already experienced the crank handle style pw switch what if someone were to mistake them for a regular crank style regulator and started turning the crank handle with force thinking that it will need that force to roll up or down the window? Are they pretty durable?
I always wondered what would happen in that scenario. Say that you were with a group of friends with your car and they didn't know about the window switch and they tried it while you were not noticing it.
Anyway great progress and I'm sure it will find its way to some magazine :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
The controls are very robust and they feel the same as a manual crank when at the end of its travel. They look to be made to take the scenario you described. In my son car with his friend no problem but most 20 year-olds have never seen crank up windows ;-)
Thank You!
Pat
Quote from: Dino on July 11, 2015, 11:16:43 PM
Quote from: keepat on July 05, 2015, 07:22:15 AM
Quote from: VegasCharger on July 05, 2015, 06:16:27 AM
Great work Pat :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
I got to ask, are you going to have power windows?
If you've stated that earlier in this thread please forgive me as I do not remember and I didn't feel like going back thru it and read it all.
:cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
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Yes I am planning on power windows however the controls will actually be the traditional crank up window handles. The bullet movie charger had crank up windows so I'd like to keep the theme the same but have the convenience of the power windows. We use the same controls on my sons bullet Mustang, you lift the handle up a half an inch and the windows go up you push the handle down half an inch and the windows go down. Only downside is you cannot operate the rest of the windows but it looks and works cool!
Thank you!
Pat
You know, it really wouldn't take much to add some modern, flat impulse switches under the dash, or in some other area where they go unnoticed, so you can operate all 4 windows. Add two of these and you can make them one touch power windows, have a vent feature, and have them close when you arm the alarm.. :yesnod:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-DIRECTED-DEI-535T-CAR-POWER-WINDOW-AUTOMATION-MODULE-ROLL-UP-DOWN-4-ALARM-/151222724919
Yes that would be nice with 4 windows!. Thanks for the link!
Pat
Looks great Pat! :yesnod:
Jeff
Love the chrome dome air cleaner . . . the mix of old and new aesthetics with your engine is outstanding. Keep up the great work.
Quote from: RamZCharger on July 13, 2015, 08:18:03 AM
Love the chrome dome air cleaner . . . the mix of old and new aesthetics with your engine is outstanding. Keep up the great work.
Thank you, that's what I was shooting for, modified but looks stock. Mopar people will know that it's modified but the average car guy looking at it will think it's mostly stock.
Pat
I removed the fenders and doors for the 1st time since the factory installed them in 1968. One of the things that attracted me to this car is it has all of its original body panels and has never been in an accident! The doors, fenders, trunk, hood, and a few other parts will go to the soda blaster Monday and the hinges will get shipped to SMS to be rebuilt. Interesting to find that the left and right fender had the same size shims with exception of 1 additional 1/16 shim on the bottom right rocker.
Thanks
Pat
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Never had the fenders taken off and no accidents. Talk about well taken care of...But it's in better hands now. Love the build! :2thumbs:
:2thumbs:
You probably couldn't tell the difference in our booths..I have almost the exact same set-up for painting, + an air-dryer...
Just switched from that 100' viper hose though to a kink-less design and am about to test on an E-body. Will you be spraying it?
As everyone says, great build. And fun to watch, it's why I come here.
Quote from: Patronus on July 20, 2015, 08:42:12 PM
You probably couldn't tell the difference in our booths..I have almost the exact same set-up for painting, + an air-dryer...
Just switched from that 100' viper hose though to a kink-less design and am about to test on an E-body. Will you be spraying it?
As everyone says, great build. And fun to watch, it's why I come here.
The paint booth has work great for a few cars and yes I will paint this car in the same booth. I have friend that is an awesome body man who I hope to have help with the final body work.
Thank you and good luck with your E body spray!
Pat
I received the Vintage Air system and fit the air handler on the firewall so I can mark the existing hole that I don't need. The system comes with large plate to cover up the hole on the engine side but I plan on welding the holes and not using the plate.
Thanks
Pat
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I'm going this exact same route next Pat!
Your build is very similar to mine regarding some of our features and the way we're installing them chronologically. :2thumbs:
Jeff
Quote from: MxRacer855 on July 25, 2015, 09:56:26 AM
I'm going this exact same route next Pat!
Your build is very similar to mine regarding some of our features and the way we're installing them chronologically. :2thumbs:
Jeff
Jeff, except your car is painted and looks awesome!
Thanks
Pat
The plan is to make some custom AC lines and run them in the right side fender well. But before I can start on the line I need to fit the US Car Tool inter fender brace. The fit was close but needed a little modification to fit great.
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The problem with the fit was the factory welded the shock tower brace 3/8" forward from where it should be. To get the new brace to fit I cut about 3/8" off the front edge of the factory brace so the it would let the new brace slide back to meet the firewall and cowl.
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Just a few screw to hold it in place and will weld it on with jack stand under the frame rails at the wheels. You can see how far off the factory mount is off in the last picture, I will re-cut the arch to match before welding.
Thanks
Pat
That car is in great shape !! Currently doing the front end on mine , the inner fender have some good pitting along the top where the fender bolts on , and on the back against the fire will . I don't see any on yours !
:coolgleamA: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Quote from: Canadian1968 on July 26, 2015, 07:03:35 PM
That car is in great shape !! Currently doing the front end on mine , the inner fender have some good pitting along the top where the fender bolts on , and on the back against the fire will . I don't see any on yours !
Thanks, I bought this charger because it was in such great shape. The only real issue was the trunk pan and the lower quarters. The only other part of the car that needs some rust repair is a small section on the driver side floor. That part where the inter and outer fender meet had just a little seem sealer at the top onlyand I think the water sprayed up in the air for the tire rusting between the two. Better paint and more seam sealer especially after the fenders installed along the bottom edge should prevented in the future.
Good luck with your project and thanks again!
Pat
Pat, just curious... what do you use to clean up the metal? Wire wheel?
Jeff
Jeff,
After removing most of the undercoating with a heat gun and putty knife, I wipe off the leftover undercoating with lacquer thinner. Then I use a 6"and 3" DA sander with 80 grit sandpaper to remove the original paint.
Thanks
Pat
Everything just comes out so clean and new looking.
Great job!
Jeff
I picked up the doors, fenders, hood, and trunk from the media blaster and Epoxy sealed them with DuPont DTM primer/sealer. No surprises, panels look great only one spot of rust on the bottom of the right door.
Thanks
Pat
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Looking good :cheers:
Once done you need to find a modern bullit 68 mustang and do a photoshoot for sure :popcrn:
We already have just the car for that, my sons 68 Mustang Bullitt replica we built about 2 ½ years ago. It has been invited to the Bloomsburg Pa swap meet as part of their TV and movie car display in about two weeks (8/14-16-15)
Thanks
Pat
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This pic is awesome!
I started bending the stainless steel air conditioning lines that will be hidden under the right side fender, I will also make S/S heater lines to run under the fender.
Thanks
Pat
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The small AC line only took about 45 minutes as I had the 1st line to use for a template. Need to get a few fitting for the hot water lines this week.
Thanks
Pat
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Nice and clean! :2thumbs:
I need two more fitting and I can finish the water lines. Now if I find a 3" mandrel pipe bender to borrow I could do the exhaust ;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Wow, this is nice! Great work!
Very nice!
Can I get some info on those clamps holding the lines on. I am about to redo my fuel system and those look like they could keep things nicely routed. Do they come in other sizes? :cheers:
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on August 12, 2015, 12:28:38 PM
Very nice!
Can I get some info on those clamps holding the lines on. I am about to redo my fuel system and those look like they could keep things nicely routed. Do they come in other sizes? :cheers:
The mounts are from Stauff, below is a link. PM me if you only need ½ dozen as I have some extra's
Thanks
Pat
http://www.stauff.com/fileadmin/Downloads/PDF/STAUFF%20ONE/NoAm-Version/STAUFF_Clamps_US/A64-A65_-_Clamps_Light_Series_LB-LBG-LBU_-_US.pdf
nice work :coolgleamA: , clean installation :yesnod: , awesome job going on :yesnod: :2thumbs: :drool5: :popcrn:
Quote from: tan top on August 12, 2015, 05:08:56 PM
nice work :coolgleamA: , clean installation :yesnod: , awesome job going on :yesnod: :2thumbs: :drool5: :popcrn:
Quote from: comet_666 on August 12, 2015, 09:37:58 AM
Wow, this is nice! Great work!
Thank you gentlemen!
Pat
Absolutely beautiful! :icon_smile_wink:
Great job! Just... WOW! :2thumbs:
:cheers:
Jeff
Thanks Jeff!
Pat
Very nice work on the a/c lines. :2thumbs:
I received the back ordered EFI fuel tank from Tanks today. The tank looks stock but it is set up for an in tank fuel pump and it has baffles spot welded inside along with a 6" X 6" fuel tray. This looks like a nicely made tank for anyone putting a EFI system on their Charger!
Thanks
Pat
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Looking good. I've got mine coming as well and can't wait to see it. :2thumbs:
Does it say what that fitting behind the pump and sending unit holes is for? Don't recall seeing that in the photos on their site?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on August 20, 2015, 12:19:23 AM
Looking good. I've got mine coming as well and can't wait to see it. :2thumbs:
Does it say what that fitting behind the pump and sending unit holes is for? Don't recall seeing that in the photos on their site?
It's a vent and there is also another vent on the in tank fuel pump. So that will make 3 vents including the fill vent.
Thanks
Pat
Just when I'm impressed I am IMPRESSED even more! This is unreal :coolgleamA:
Quote from: keepat on August 20, 2015, 05:23:13 AM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on August 20, 2015, 12:19:23 AM
Looking good. I've got mine coming as well and can't wait to see it. :2thumbs:
Does it say what that fitting behind the pump and sending unit holes is for? Don't recall seeing that in the photos on their site?
It's a vent and there is also another vent on the in tank fuel pump. So that will make 3 vents including the fill vent.
Thanks
Pat
Dang...Kinda wish they left that one out. Oh well, still looks great. :2thumbs:
Hey Keepat. Any chance you can share more details on mating the T-56 with your engine?
Like what parts to get and where to source them?
Im looking to do the same thing and I dont know where to start.
Quote from: Supercharged Riot on August 20, 2015, 07:03:59 PM
Hey Keepat. Any chance you can share more details on mating the T-56 with your engine?
Like what parts to get and where to source them?
Im looking to do the same thing and I dont know where to start.
I bought the T56, bell housing, clutch and flywheel from Silver Sport Transmission. (see link below) There is not a 6 speed kit for a B body as there is so much modifications to get a T56 to fit but with a few mods to the tunnel it will work.
Thanks
Pat
http://shiftsst.com/home
I finished test fitting the evaporator and making the heater and AC line inside the car. Welded 4 ¼-20 studs on the firewall and top of cowl to hold the evaporator instead of the through-bolts and screws. I also put the heater control valve under the dash to hide it.
Thanks
Pat
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With the help of a few of the members from the DC forum I cut in the outboard dash AC vents use some great measurements and pictures from (DC_1) and a big shout out :cheers: to (oldcarnut) for sending part of an AC dash for an original template, THANK YOU! If anyone can use the vent template PM me your address and I'll mail it out NC.
Thanks
Pat
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Finished the AC and heater lines at the motor, all that is left is one short line to make from the drier to the inter fender bulkhead fitting.
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After bending the S/S line I had a friend weld the fitting on instead of silver soldering them on.
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The short braided soft lines for the heater and AC running forward and down will help to de-clutter the engine bay.
Thanks
Pat
This is one of the best builds I have ever seen. :2thumbs:
I think this may be THE best build I've ever seen! :o
:iagree:
I'm speechless Pat!
:2thumbs: :drool5: :cheers:
Jeff
Quote from: Back N Black on August 28, 2015, 08:59:06 PM
This is one of the best builds I have ever seen. :2thumbs:
Quote from: Dino on August 28, 2015, 09:05:20 PM
I think this may be THE best build I've ever seen! :o
Quote from: MxRacer855 on August 29, 2015, 09:44:09 AM
:iagree:
I'm speechless Pat!
:2thumbs: :drool5: :cheers:
Jeff
Thanks guys! This has been a fun car to build so far and I think I'm past most of the big hurdles. A lot of people don't like to see these cars modified from stock and I'm trying to keep everything you see from outside and the interior as original looking as it was in 1968. Unless you look under the car or open the hood, other than the larger wheels and lower stance, this car will look just like an all original 68 Charger.
Thank You!
Pat
The man has skills!
Quote from: keepat on August 27, 2015, 08:03:54 PM
With the help of a few of the members from the DC forum I cut in the outboard dash AC vents use some great measurements and pictures from (DC_1) and a big shout out :cheers: to (oldcarnut) for sending part of an AC dash for an original template, THANK YOU! If anyone can use the vent template PM me your address and I'll mail it out NC.
Thanks
Pat
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Can I borrow that template??
Derwud, PM me your address and I'll mail you the templates
Pat
Today I replaced the right side radiator core support so I can use the larger radiator. The new part fit nice and I spot-welded it in place. I hope to test fit the new radiator next week.
Thanks
Pat
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I am going to have to learn to weld.. I need this mod..
Looking good :2thumbs: What radiator are you going to be using?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on August 31, 2015, 04:57:48 PM
Looking good :2thumbs: What radiator are you going to be using?
Today I just ordered an aluminum Griffin radiator that is for a 1970 Dodge charger with a small block, it has the top hose on the driver side and the bottom hose on the passenger side as I need for this late model Hemi. I also ordered the two electric fan fan set up. I like the fact that the Griffin radiator has an top tank that looks similar to the original radiator.
Thanks
Pat
All the AC lines are finished and the drier & condenser have been test fit. So far I'm very happy with the Vintage Air Mopar B Body system. I'm getting closer to putting the car on the rotisserie.
Thanks
Pat
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:drool5:
:coolgleamA: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
I had one bad spot in the right side cowl vent that needed a small repair, but fortunately it was accessible. The right side cowl vent is not used with new Vintage Air system; there is a plate that will cover it. Now I can water test it with a rust converter and spray it down with sealer. If anyone has a proven method for access, cleaning, and coating the inside of the cowl please let me know.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on August 27, 2015, 08:03:54 PM
With the help of a few of the members from the DC forum I cut in the outboard dash AC vents use some great measurements and pictures from (DC_1) and a big shout out :cheers: to (oldcarnut) for sending part of an AC dash for an original template, THANK YOU! If anyone can use the vent template PM me your address and I'll mail it out NC.
Thanks
Pat
Just saw this and looks great :2thumbs: Your welcome on the vent and glad it worked out :cheers:
Quote from: oldcarnut on September 07, 2015, 03:40:03 PM
Quote from: keepat on August 27, 2015, 08:03:54 PM
With the help of a few of the members from the DC forum I cut in the outboard dash AC vents use some great measurements and pictures from (DC_1) and a big shout out :cheers: to (oldcarnut) for sending part of an AC dash for an original template, THANK YOU! If anyone can use the vent template PM me your address and I'll mail it out NC.
Thanks
Pat
Just saw this and looks great :2thumbs: Your welcome on the vent and glad it worked out :cheers:
I have already returned your favor to another member here on DC and shipped out the templates last week.
This is another one of the awesome things about this forum and it's great members!
Thanks again!
Pat
Thanks both of you...
Does the Vintage air system hook right up to the factory outer vents??
Quote from: Derwud on September 07, 2015, 10:16:54 PM
Thanks both of you...
Does the Vintage air system hook right up to the factory outer vents??
I used Classic Auto Air with their direct fit kits. Don't know about Vintage sorry.
Quote from: keepat on September 06, 2015, 02:21:21 PM
I had one bad spot in the right side cowl vent that needed a small repair, but fortunately it was accessible. The right side cowl vent is not used with new Vintage Air system; there is a plate that will cover it. Now I can water test it with a rust converter and spray it down with sealer. If anyone has a proven method for access, cleaning, and coating the inside of the cowl please let me know.
Thanks
Pat
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I wore strong gloves and used steel wool and sandpaper to put my hand in as far as possible to clean.the hard to reach areas I used cut down wire brushes .then I cut off the handle of a paint brush so you only have the bristles and the metal bristle holder and soaked it in rust proofer and when dry ,sealed with paint . I used spray rust proofer and top coat paint in a can and used a garden hose with the end blocked off .the end blocked off had multiple holes drilled in it and connected to a spray and compressor , it gets into all the we nooks an crannnies and covers and protected everything ......make sure to block off exit holes on the vehicle such as vents etc as it will go everywhere otherwise.
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I fitted and welded in the left side US Car Tool inner fender brace. It needed a little massaging but fit really nice. Right side is next!
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: Derwud on September 07, 2015, 10:16:54 PM
Thanks both of you...
Does the Vintage air system hook right up to the factory outer vents??
Yes. Order the kit for a AC car and it comes with hose adapters that fit on the original vents.
Thanks
Pat
I received my Griffin radiator yesterday so with the motor still in the car I test fitted it. I'm going to weld a 90 degree pipe on the thermostat housing so it will have a short top hose.
Thanks
Pat
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Your organizational skills are off the hook :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Even when test fitting a new rad the fact that you took the shipping box to use for a cover panel and having the "Griffin" logo centered in the rad support.
This tells me that you probably save a ton of time when it comes to looking for things around the shop or even when doing research of past tear downs, removals etc.
Keep up the great work :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on September 10, 2015, 01:33:45 PM
Your organizational skills are off the hook :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Even when test fitting a new rad the fact that you took the shipping box to use for a cover panel and having the "Griffin" logo centered in the rad support.
This tells me that you probably save a ton of time when it comes to looking for things around the shop or even when doing research of past tear downs, removals etc.
Keep up the great work :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
I'm sure there is a medical term for my problem with the clever acronym, but until I'm diagnosed by my doctor I'll just assume that I'm anal ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Could use a little help finding some information, I recall somebody making a diagram of the firewall on a second GEN charger describing what each hole on the firewall did. I've done a few searches but been unable to locate it if anybody has the picture that I'm referring to please posted thank you.
Pat
Quote from: keepat on September 10, 2015, 06:43:03 PM
I'm sure there is a medical term for my problem with the clever acronym, but until I'm diagnosed by my doctor I'll just assume that I'm anal ;-)
Thanks
Pat
:smilielol: :smilielol: :smilielol:
Quote from: keepat on September 13, 2015, 12:24:27 PM
Could use a little help finding some information, I recall somebody making a diagram of the firewall on a second GEN charger describing what each hole on the firewall did. I've done a few searches but been unable to locate it if anybody has the picture that I'm referring to please posted thank you.
Pat
Does this help. Its not a Charger but is a B Body.
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DC_1 thank you for the great pictures! I'm sure I can figure out what I need to know by them as I'm just trying to find out what holes will not be necessary.
Thank you!
Pat
Disassembled the brake pedal assembly and added the clutch pedal. Next I will fit the assembly to the Hydroboost and hydraulic clutch.
Thanks
Pat
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:cheers: Looks fantastic!
where does that little spring go? My pedals didnt have one when I got them, kinda scaring me ;D
:2thumbs:
Quote from: timmycharger on September 16, 2015, 06:09:05 PM
:cheers: Looks fantastic!
where does that little spring go? My pedals didnt have one when I got them, kinda scaring me ;D
This is where it was installed on the pedal assembly as I found it.
Thank You!
Pat
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Wow! thanks for posting, that's why this site rocks!
I'm not sure I'm going to be using that spring or those parts attached to the brake pedal is my aftermarket master cylinder and hydroboost not required/need them. Let me know if you think you need the spring/parts and if I don't need any of them I'll be glad to send them to.
Pat
I test fitted the pedal assembly and had to weld over the original brake booster hole and cut a new hole in the firewall reinforcement mount. Also test fit the hydroboost and clutch master cylinder. I need to make the hydro boost and brake lines next.
Thanks
Pat
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I hope this doesn't turn out too nice to drive. :cheers:
Quote from: Homerr on September 19, 2015, 09:43:49 AM
I hope this doesn't turn out too nice to drive. :cheers:
It a driver! The last 2 cars I built I drove across the country and I plan on driving this one to San Francisco!
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on September 19, 2015, 12:16:39 PM
Quote from: Homerr on September 19, 2015, 09:43:49 AM
I hope this doesn't turn out too nice to drive. :cheers:
It a driver! The last 2 cars I built I drove across the country and I plan on driving this one to San Francisco!
Thanks
Pat
That will be one helluva run all the way to San Francisco from Maryland. Lots of thumbs along the way. If you drive through Vegas on your way to SF, I want a looksie :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Great job!
Let me know when you drive her to SF, ill meet you with my 69.
Did you test fit your brake light switch? I had to alter mine when i added the hydraulic clutch.
:2thumbs:
Quote from: freddyd02 on September 21, 2015, 06:23:06 PM
Great job!
Let me know when you drive her to SF, ill meet you with my 69.
Did you test fit your brake light switch? I had to alter mine when i added the hydraulic clutch.
:2thumbs:
Yes I noted that it's a little close to the clutch rod. It looks like I need to modify the little L bracket that holds the switch to actually make contact with the brake pedal not the master cylinder pushrod. I love to see a picture of what you did to your switch? I'm also considering using the switch that's attached to the Willwood porportioning valve??
Thank you!
Pat
Mounted the clutch reservoir and used ¼ S/S tubing for the line.
Thanks
Pat
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Looking sweet!
Why still use the original booster backing plate?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on September 24, 2015, 12:52:26 PM
Looking sweet!
Why still use the original booster backing plate?
I think the firewall needs the support of the original backing plate, too much movement without it.
Thank you!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on September 24, 2015, 04:21:12 PM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on September 24, 2015, 12:52:26 PM
Looking sweet!
Why still use the original booster backing plate?
I think the firewall needs the support of the original backing plate, too much movement without it.
Thank you!
Pat
Agreed. Funny, I didnt think it was the original plate, thought you may have fabbed one out of aluminum given how all the work so far looks like it was born there :2thumbs:
I bent the Hydroboost and power steering lines to fit in the left side inter fender well. I used 3/8" stainless steel .035 wall tubing. All this test fitting, wiring, and line bending just to pull it all out before the bodywork starts is a lot of work!! I'm sure I will enjoy having all this work behind me after the car is painted. Wait that sound like I'm looking forward to the bodywork ;-(
Thanks
Pat
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Well look at it this way, you wont need to make alot of mods to a painted car with the risk of scuffing the paint. And when the car is painted you'll be driving in no time.
BTW I like your hydraulic clutch setup. Still thinking of adding that to my factory trans. What brand are those parts? Really like the reservoir...
Oh almost forgot : outstanding job you are doing, I take my hat of for you sir!
Quote from: six-tee-nine on September 28, 2015, 05:16:38 AM
Well look at it this way, you wont need to make alot of mods to a painted car with the risk of scuffing the paint. And when the car is painted you'll be driving in no time.
BTW I like your hydraulic clutch setup. Still thinking of adding that to my factory trans. What brand are those parts? Really like the reservoir...
Oh almost forgot : outstanding job you are doing, I take my hat of for you sir!
The hydraulic clutch is a Wilwood unit and I bought the Mopar kit from Silver Sport transmissions.
And I got the reservoir on line, I think it is an after market unit for a late model Camaro.
Thank you!
Pat
Went to Carlisle today and pickup my original front and back seats that I had dropped off with Legendary this past spring. They recover the front & back seat and I went with their Rallye front seat upgrade. I'm very happy with the look, shape, and fit!
Thanks
Pat
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Those look great! So they use the orignal seat frames? It's the foam and covers that are different? Does it use the stock seat backs?
Quote from: Dino on October 02, 2015, 07:41:42 PM
Those look great! So they use the orignal seat frames? It's the foam and covers that are different? Does it use the stock seat backs?
Yes they used the original frame with custom cushions and covers on the seat and back! No more sliding from door to console ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on October 02, 2015, 09:47:32 PM
Quote from: Dino on October 02, 2015, 07:41:42 PM
Those look great! So they use the orignal seat frames? It's the foam and covers that are different? Does it use the stock seat backs?
Yes they used the original frame with custom cushions and covers on the seat and back! No more sliding from door to console ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Excellent! Thanks. :cheers:
I finished up the power steering lines and cooler. Front brake lines are next.
Thanks
Pat
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Absolutely beautiful Pat!
Jeff
Thank you Jeff!
Pat, will you be building shields or guards foe the lines
?
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on October 04, 2015, 05:49:37 PM
Pat, will you be building shields or guards foe the lines
?
Yes, not sure if it will be some sort of ABS plastic or if I will go with a sheet metal?
I am also considering using that sort of carpet underlayment that you see inside the wheel wells of new automobiles?
I also will insulate the AC lines on the right side to keep them from condensating.
Thanks
Pat
This build makes me :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :faint:
Quote from: bill440rt on October 04, 2015, 06:27:14 PM
This build makes me :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :faint:
Thank you Bill! Hopefully it will look as nice as your car!!
Pat
very nice job :popcrn:
:drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
I decided to go with aluminum for the AC and heater line covers. They will be painted with Bed-liner after a few seams are welded. I left the front cover long and will cut to fit the fender.
Thanks
Pat
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Nicely done.
Sweet! Nice touch with the bead rolls to match the factory stamping marks. :2thumbs:
Amazing!
I'm very impressed with this build!
Quote from: orange383 on October 11, 2015, 06:43:37 AM
Amazing!
I'm very impressed with this build!
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on October 10, 2015, 04:00:16 PM
Nicely done.
Thank you gentlemen!
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on October 11, 2015, 01:11:22 AM
Sweet! Nice touch with the bead rolls to match the factory stamping marks. :2thumbs:
I thought I'd add that little detail, cool you noticed!
Thank you!
Pat
Dude, that looks awesome.
Love it Pat :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Love it all, even the close pin assistant :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
I've been watching your AC line construction - just beautiful work! But you went over the top with the shielding... Nice work!
:drool5: Never quits with the attention to detail!
Left side inter fender covers are fitted and just need a few seams welded. Getting close to pulling the motor and mount the body on the rotisserie.
Thanks
Pat
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Looking good!
Just curious what kinds of tools are you using to make the bends so clean on the complex tight areas of your inner fender covers? I've been wanting to get a metal break but not sure how well it will work on complex areas. :2thumbs:
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on October 16, 2015, 01:26:12 PM
Looking good!
Just curious what kinds of tools are you using to make the bends so clean on the complex tight areas of your inner fender covers? I've been wanting to get a metal break but not sure how well it will work on complex areas. :2thumbs:
I wish I had a box break but unfortunately I just have a standard 24 inch break. For all the crazy angles I would simply clamp the metal to a firm surface and then clamp on different shape pieces of metal on either side to make the bend, the aluminum is pretty easy to shape. Next big project I will buy a box break
Thank you!
Pat
I started the pluming for the brakes by making the mounts for the line locks and proportional valve to go under the master cylinder to help hide it. I need to make room in the inner fender for the front brake line and I'll do this to keep the lines clear of the motor.
Thanks
Pat
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You sir are a master craftsman. My hat's off to you. :notworthy:
Quote from: Dino on October 23, 2015, 09:33:43 AM
You sir are a master craftsman. My hat's off to you. :notworthy:
No kidding there....
My life goes so fast these days there's no way I could ever bring that amount of patience to building a car. I hope by the time my kids are grown and loose more of my hair, I'll regain some quitness again in my life to really spend alot of time to things like that......
:drool5:
clever stuff :bow: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
I had a few people ask how I measure and bend the stainless steel tubing, so I thought I would post a little more details on the radiator overflow line. I have bent thousands of feet of S/S tubing over the years. Every 55 Fleming yacht commissioned on the east coast I have bent about 80 foot of ½" and ¼" tubing, all by measurements and drawings. I sure there are many different ways to bend S/S tubing but what I have found that works best for me is outside to outside tubing measurements. This is easy when working with 90 degree bends. In the pictures below you'll see marks on the tubing. One is an parallel orientation line, then a line designating the outside of the tubing after the bend, and the last mark is a U or C (depending on how you look at it) this designate the direction the bend should go.
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By using a 45 degree fitting in the neck of the radiator I was able to bend the tubing about 45 degree to start the line. With the first bend close to the flair its best to flare the line 1st as some flaring tools need more room then the bend will leave. You can see two marks in the 3rd picture, 1 marking the where the outside of the tubing will be and the other marking the direction of the bend.
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Here I'm using a scrap piece of tubing to mark where I will make the bend, I also measure for the next bend and mark the orientation for this change indirection.
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Here are the tools I used to bend and flare the S/S tubing
Thanks
Pat
That short tutorial was worth more to me than half the shows on Velocity combined. Beautiful work. :2thumbs:
I like the use of the vice. We bend tubing for building scientific instruments, but have not used a vice in that way.
Quote from: Dino on October 25, 2015, 08:25:06 PM
That short tutorial was worth more to me than half the shows on Velocity combined. Beautiful work. :2thumbs:
I agree. I think a show dedicated to technique rather than drama would do well. Some Eastwood videos for example.
As always great information Pat, cheers.
Thank you gentleman!
Pat
There are 2 small computers that I needed to mount under the dash. One controls the EFI that I mounted on Vintage Air mount so that the troubleshooting light is just viewable under the dash (sorry no pictures) The 2nd controls the ignition and I mounted it to a plate that covers the unused right side cowl vent.
Thanks
Pat
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clever !! awesome stuff :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Unbelievable Pat.
Incredible work!
Hope you have a Happy Birthday today :cheers:
Quote from: JB400 on November 11, 2015, 01:23:42 AM
Hope you have a Happy Birthday today :cheers:
Thank you!!
Pat
Well SH#T if it was your BD yesterday then Happy Belated Birthday Pat :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
What Hydroboost unit and plate did you use??? I am going to do Hydroboost on my car this winter, and would just rather buy the parts as apposed to purchasing a kit.
Quote from: VegasCharger on November 12, 2015, 12:13:10 AM
Well SH#T if it was your BD yesterday then Happy Belated Birthday Pat :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Thank You!
Pat
Quote from: redmist on November 12, 2015, 12:26:11 AM
What Hydroboost unit and plate did you use??? I am going to do Hydroboost on my car this winter, and would just rather buy the parts as apposed to purchasing a kit.
I think Hydratech makes 2 different firewall adapter plates for the B body, 1 for a manual brake car and 1 for a power brake car. I ordered the complete system but I'm sure they sell just the firewall plates.
Thank you!
Pat
http://www.hydratechbraking.com/Mopar_B_Body.html
Pulled the motor back out so I could modify the inner fender to make room for one of the brake lines off the master cylinder.
Thanks
Pat
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That looks great Pat! What are your plans for the shock tower hole?
And thanks for the tutorial on the tubing - i just bent my first set of A/C lines and your demo made it extremely easy :icon_smile_big:
Quote from: GT on November 15, 2015, 01:07:37 PM
That looks great Pat! What are your plans for the shock tower hole?
And thanks for the tutorial on the tubing - i just bent my first set of A/C lines and your demo made it extremely easy :icon_smile_big:
I haven't decided what I'm doing with the old shock tower hole, I may add a support to the top of the RMS coil spring mount for additional strength??
Thanks
Pat
Welded the seams on the inner fender covers, coated them with bed liner and installed a rubber gasket I got from McMaster Carr. Now they should keep most of the water and dirt out.
Thanks
Pat
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I bent the right front brake line to run along the seam between the firewall and floor. This is much cleaner than the original run in the middle of the firewall.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on November 19, 2015, 08:53:41 PM
I bent the right front brake line to run along the seam between the firewall and floor. This is much cleaner than the original run in the middle of the firewall.
Thanks
Pat
Holy Crap that's a great ideal :2thumbs:
Who would've thunk it?
I guess you did :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
I know you have been thanked for posting this, but just want to thank you again. I am going to pass along a few of your pictures to someone in my lab who is designing and assembling a gas transfer manifold for a mass spectrometer. I have a question out of curiosity. Can you describe how you bent the large arc? Did you bend it around a form and then bend out the sides with the bender? Or approach it some other way? Also, I missed the type of metal tubing you are using. I assume SS, but what type of metal? 304, 316, .... and did you have a specific reason for choosing it?
Quote from: XH29N0G on November 20, 2015, 06:11:47 AM
I know you have been thanked for posting this, but just want to thank you again. I am going to pass along a few of your pictures to someone in my lab who is designing and assembling a gas transfer manifold for a mass spectrometer. I have a question out of curiosity. Can you describe how you bent the large arc? Did you bend it around a form and then bend out the sides with the bender? Or approach it some other way? Also, I missed the type of metal tubing you are using. I assume SS, but what type of metal? 304, 316, .... and did you have a specific reason for choosing it?
You are welcome, glad I could help! All the tubing is 316 stainless steel and most is .035 wall but the brake lines are .028 wall. As for the large arc, I started at the master cylinder making a short template pipe just to get the shape down to the frame. This test pipe also allowed me to see how all the different lines would clear each other without committing to a shape on a long line. With all the lines templated around the master cylinder I could bending the actual line. Starting with duplicating the short template I made at the master cylinder then working each bend from the driver's side to the passenger's side. After making the bends from the master cylinder to the driver's side frame rail I was able to test fit the line and mark the start of the trans tunnel. Then I made a cardboard pattern of the trans tunnel along with getting the angles. I used the bender to make the 80 degree bend on the driver's side of the tunnel and then I used a 5 gal bucket to bend the arc to match the cardboard pattern (not very hi tech but it worked ;-)) Then I fit it in the car so I could mark the tube for the bend at the passenger's side of the tunnel along with the measurement and bending points to the right side frame rail. With the motor out this easy! I hope this help but please let me know if I missed something.
Thank you!
Pat
Finished the left front brake line and started on the rear brake line. Fuel lines are next.
Thanks
Pat
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flat out,
You could charge out your work in the auto industry on that stainless line! It looks great!
Got a good source for getting the line?
Quote from: redmist on November 22, 2015, 07:17:34 PM
flat out,
You could charge out your work in the auto industry on that stainless line! It looks great!
Got a good source for getting the line?
I have a great hydraulic supply shop in Annapolis I buy from. They stock a lot of stainless steel fittings that we use on the yachts we sell. If I restored cars for a living eventually it would no longer be fun, and I have no intentions to ruin my hobby ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
It's not a ported head intake runner, but it will have fuel running through it. What do you think it is?
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Answer will be in the next post
Thanks
Pat
I needed to make a large fuel pass-through in the trans cross member as there will be two ½" fuel lines. I used part of the rear frame rail I cut off last winter to make the reinforcement for the hole I put in the cross member. Now I can bend full length fuel line to fit.
Thanks
Pat
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Looking good :2thumbs: You definitely have some amazing fabrication skills!
:popcrn:
I installed the fuel tank so I could mark the trunk access for the fuel pump and sending unit. The tank has a EFI pump inside and adding the trunk access will make it easy check or remove without dropping the tank.
Thanks
Pat
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Amazing well done! :2thumbs:
Have you considered putting all the pictures you have with comments on a DVD or ebook something? I'd buy it! This beats all these lame car shows on TV. :yesnod:
Looks perfect! :2thumbs: Now I really wish I would have added an access panel on mine for that tank.
Quote from: Mikesmoparperformance on November 29, 2015, 08:23:22 PM
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Amazing well done! :2thumbs:
Thank You!
Quote from: Dino on November 29, 2015, 09:20:24 PM
Have you considered putting all the pictures you have with comments on a DVD or ebook something? I'd buy it! This beats all these lame car shows on TV. :yesnod:
Thanks, but no Thanks ;-) It takes me 2 or 3 years to build a car, and at 51 years old I think I have 6 or 7 car left in me, if I'm lucky! Next car is for my wife Kerrie, maybe I can get her to do a book?
Thank You!
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on November 30, 2015, 02:03:48 PM
Looks perfect! :2thumbs: Now I really wish I would have added an access panel on mine for that tank.
Good winter project for you, and it was easy!
Thank You!
Pat
I know if my pump ever fails I'm going to be kicking myself for not adding it.
Whats the plan for the the access door? Are you going to bead roll the center section it so it matches the trunk floor grooves?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on November 30, 2015, 07:16:48 PM
I know if my pump ever fails I'm going to be kicking myself for not adding it.
Whats the plan for the the access door? Are you going to bead roll the center section it so it matches the trunk floor grooves?
I'm planning on using .063 aluminum plate. and I'm thinking about engraving something on the top? It looks like a license plate, maybe the tag number from the bullet charger or possibly just the word Bullitt? It'll be out of sight but it might be a cool little detail thats hidden under the rubber trunk mat??
Thanks
Pat
The fuel tank access cover is done, now I can bend the fuel lines
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on December 01, 2015, 08:54:39 PM
The fuel tank access cover is done, now I can bend the fuel lines
Thanks
Pat
Well done thought out planning :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
I received the new RMS rear sway bar kit today just in time before I bend the fuel lines. I will locate the sway bar mounts first, so I can route the lines around them. This kit has been in the works for over a year and it was worth the wait! It is a great looking kit and very reasonably priced!
Thanks
Pat
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Nice job on the access cover! :2thumbs:
That's a nice looking sway bar. Does it only work with the RMS 4 link or will it work with a stock setup? I don't see it on their site?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on December 04, 2015, 02:28:10 PM
Nice job on the access cover! :2thumbs:
That's a nice looking sway bar. Does it only work with the RMS 4 link or will it work with a stock setup? I don't see it on their site?
The sway bar kit I have only works with the RMS inboard 4 link Street Lynx system. This kit is new and other then seeing it at Carlisle there is not much info on it yet. I hope it fits as good as it looks! I'm not sure RMS make a rear sway bar for a stock suspension.
Thank You!
Pat
great build, and impressive work :2thumbs: can`t wait to see it finished.. :popcrn:
makes me realize I have missed out on a lot of smart things/solutions on my almost finished charger.. :brickwall: hopefully you'll share even more tips and fabrication stuff that we can learn from.... :popcrn: keep them pictures coming....
Oh its about time - I've been waiting for that bar. I'll have to give RMS a call :2thumbs:
Nice job on that access cover!
I put the rear back in the car so I could fit the new RMS sway bar. The sway bar kit fit great after I quickly figured out it is a rear mount system. All the RMS sway bar prototypes I saw at Carlisle had front mounts. Bill said the kit will work with TTI 3" exhaust and it does look to have more than enough room.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on November 30, 2015, 02:09:26 PM
Quote from: Mikesmoparperformance on November 29, 2015, 08:23:22 PM
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Amazing well done! :2thumbs:
Thank You!
Quote from: Dino on November 29, 2015, 09:20:24 PM
Have you considered putting all the pictures you have with comments on a DVD or ebook something? I'd buy it! This beats all these lame car shows on TV. :yesnod:
Thanks, but no Thanks ;-) It takes me 2 or 3 years to build a car, and at 51 years old I think I have 6 or 7 car left in me, if I'm lucky! Next car is for my wife Kerrie, maybe I can get her to do a book?
Thank You!
What do you do with the last car when you build the next? Your car would have to be one of the best, if not the best, 2nd Gen restomod in existence when complete? Do you keep all of your cars? I selfishly was hoping you become bored and sell the last one
What do you do with the last car when you build the next? Your car would have to be one of the best, if not the best, 2nd Gen restomod in existence when complete? Do you keep all of your cars? I selfishly was hoping you become bored and sell the last one
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First of all thank you! But I'm pretty sure this is far from one of the best second GEN restomod chargers ever built! There are a lot of awesome chargers that are on this site and others that been built that prove that point. I do think that once this car is completed it will be one of the few restomod that the traditional all original charger person will appreciate because outside it will be true to the original bullitt charger other than the wheels and tires.
My first frame off full restoration was in the mid 80s on a 1964 GTO. That was a special car that my wife and I built together before we were married and finished just after getting married, and we had to sell that car just before our first son. Would love to find it and buy it back but have been unsuccessful. The second car was the silver 68 charger I did almost 10 years ago. That car I sold to help fund putting that same first son through college. The third car was an all original numbers matching 1972 Trans Am. I still own this car and have no intentions of selling it, I hope ;-) The fourth car was a 1968 bullitt Mustang my youngest son and I did together and that belong to him so I can't sell it but I've also forbid him from ever selling it, I hope ;-)
I have regretted selling the 64 GTO and the 68 silver charger so I have no intentions of selling this charger and hopefully can keep all the future cars that I built, I hope ;-)
Thanks again!!
Pat
I almost finished the fuel lines this weekend. Just one S/S line left to make and a few hose.
Thanks
Pat
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I finished the rear fuel lines and all that is left is the Much II tank vent system.
Thanks
Pat
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your woork is so beautifull
And again.... Ridiculously nice work!
How do you like that lift? Worth the $$$
Ryan
Quote from: XS29L9B2 on December 20, 2015, 10:10:04 AM
your woork is so beautifull
Thank You!
Quote from: redmist on December 20, 2015, 12:59:07 PM
And again.... Ridiculously nice work!
How do you like that lift? Worth the $$$
Ryan
Ryan,
The lift is great and is perfect for any garage with a low ceiling. At about $1,400.00 I think its a good value.
Thank You!
Pat
Those fuel lines look great Pat! Really clean install. :2thumbs:
Makes mine look like crap. :lol:
Where are you going to mount the vent canister? I need to move mine up from the floor to above the shock mounts.
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on December 21, 2015, 03:40:18 PM
Those fuel lines look great Pat! Really clean install. :2thumbs:
Makes mine look like crap. :lol:
Where are you going to mount the vent canister? I need to move mine up from the floor to above the shock mounts.
I'm planning on mounting the vent canister on the right side above the rear. There are body plug holes on each side that I will need to cut larger to fit. I'm also planning on installing one for the differential as well. Did you have a problem with your vent canister?
Thank you!
Pat
Absolutely outstanding work.
I feel like i remember you restoring a 70 T/A over on the TAC board. Thats still one of my favorite builds to date.
I am in San Francisco every day, so not a moment goes by i'm not thinking about that black 68 from the film. Your build is right on point!
Cheers,
Sam.
Quote from: keepat on December 21, 2015, 10:00:40 PM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on December 21, 2015, 03:40:18 PM
Those fuel lines look great Pat! Really clean install. :2thumbs:
Makes mine look like crap. :lol:
Where are you going to mount the vent canister? I need to move mine up from the floor to above the shock mounts.
I'm planning on mounting the vent canister on the right side above the rear. There are body plug holes on each side that I will need to cut larger to fit. I'm also planning on installing one for the differential as well. Did you have a problem with your vent canister?
Thank you!
Pat
I mounted mine in that exact location.
Ryan
Quote from: keepat on December 21, 2015, 10:00:40 PM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on December 21, 2015, 03:40:18 PM
Those fuel lines look great Pat! Really clean install. :2thumbs:
Makes mine look like crap. :lol:
Where are you going to mount the vent canister? I need to move mine up from the floor to above the shock mounts.
I'm planning on mounting the vent canister on the right side above the rear. There are body plug holes on each side that I will need to cut larger to fit. I'm also planning on installing one for the differential as well. Did you have a problem with your vent canister?
Thank you!
Pat
No problem with the canister, I just have a low spot in the line so I want to move it higher up. The plan is like yours to mount it in the plug hole on the passenger side. :2thumbs:
Quote from: Swilling on December 21, 2015, 10:13:10 PM
Absolutely outstanding work.
I feel like i remember you restoring a 70 T/A over on the TAC board. Thats still one of my favorite builds to date.
I am in San Francisco every day, so not a moment goes by i'm not thinking about that black 68 from the film. Your build is right on point!
Cheers,
Sam.
Sam,
You have a good memory, I restored my 1972 T/A a few years ago.
Thank You!
Pat
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Before removing the fuel line I made an AC condensation drain and fire wall pass-through.
Thanks
Pat
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Love seeing your work.
great job
clever stuff :yesnod: :cheers: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Quote from: Patronus on December 23, 2015, 08:34:15 PM
Love seeing your work.
great job
Quote from: tan top on December 23, 2015, 09:15:30 PM
clever stuff :yesnod: :cheers: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Thank you gentlemen I hope you guys have a great Christmas!
Merry Christmas to all!
Pat
Installed the II Much vent canister, starting with punching out a 2 ½" hole where there was a 1 ¾" body plug using a knockout punch tool. This is a clean way to put holes into steel panels. Then I bent a 3/8" S/S vent line running downhill to the two tank vent fittings. I step closer to starting the bodywork.
Thanks
Pat
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Keepat,
If you get a chance, or have a minute, could you get me a measurement between the gas tank, and the floor where the fuel pump assembly bolts in??
Thanks!
Ryan
Quote from: redmist on December 27, 2015, 01:03:46 AM
Keepat,
If you get a chance, or have a minute, could you get me a measurement between the gas tank, and the floor where the fuel pump assembly bolts in??
Thanks!
Ryan
Ryan,
With the tank straps tight there is about 1 1/2"
Let me know if you need a picture or more info?
Happy new year!
Pat
Ok this is the last of the pluming work (for now ;-) Before I put all the tubing tools away I bent up the rear brake lines. As the rear has no brake line clips I made 2 weld on S/S straps to go on the U bolts and 2 S/S clips that I drilled and taped onto one of the 4 link mounts.
Thanks
Pat
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I put the charger on the rotisserie so I can finish the bottom and prime it. I also have a small floor repair.
Thanks
Pat
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I had some help stop by the shop today ;-)
Pat
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Looks great. I cant wait until I can get mine on a rotisserie. Im jealous of how mint that car is... :2thumbs:
Damn Pat! Every new post has some amazing work!
Love the way you did all the fuel lines, so clean! :2thumbs:
:icon_smile_tongue:
I love this build , amazing the the amount of detail and skill, thought put into every nook,
Meticulous detailing ,
This will be one of those cars you will want to see on a hoist, because every time you notice something , will lead to another and another, hours later, go to the hospital because you've thrown your neck out :popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn:
Quote from: 68RT440 on January 03, 2016, 08:59:11 PM
Looks great. I cant wait until I can get mine on a rotisserie. Im jealous of how mint that car is... :2thumbs:
The rotisserie makes the hard work a lot easier!
Thanks and good luck with your car!
Pat
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on January 03, 2016, 10:00:50 PM
Damn Pat! Every new post has some amazing work!
Love the way you did all the fuel lines, so clean! :2thumbs:
Thank you Clayton!
Quote from: fy469rtse on January 04, 2016, 05:27:24 AM
:icon_smile_tongue:
I love this build , amazing the the amount of detail and skill, thought put into every nook,
Meticulous detailing ,
This will be one of those cars you will want to see on a hoist, because every time you notice something , will lead to another and another, hours later, go to the hospital because you've thrown your neck out :popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn:
I have thrown my neck out working on it ;-)^
Thank you!
pat
Nice work. Are you the only one working on it. Are you working eight hours a day on it. It seems your making quite the progress. :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: el dub on January 04, 2016, 11:13:31 AM
Nice work. Are you the only one working on it. Are you working eight hours a day on it. It seems your making quite the progress. :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
I'm the only one (sometimes the dogs help) I think about the Charger 8+ hours a day but average 3 hours a night working on it. I'm not where I thought I would be at this time but starting to light at the end of the tunnel.
Thank you!
Pat
Started installing the torque boxes and have the left aft welded in. The US Car Tool boxes fit nice and only need a little adjustment. I added a 1 ½" hole for a future rear brake vent.
Thanks
Pat
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I started on the driveshaft loop/crossmember today. Using a press I oval a 2" section of 6" pipe and hammered the top half to match the shape of the driveshaft tunnel. With the loop clamped in place and using a 15" contour gauge (a must have tool) I made two cardboard pattern for the crossmember. With the cardboard center section of each pattern as wide as the square tubing (2") I was able to lay it over the tubing to get a precise line to cut with the plasma cutter. I still need to make the pattern for inside the tunnel above the loop before I can weld it to the floor.
Thanks
Pat
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There's no way I can wait until you're finished before saying anything. Pat, you have mad skills my friend, incredible!!! :nana:
Unbelievably impressive. Super awesome build. :2thumbs:
Quote from: 472 R/T SE on January 10, 2016, 07:53:21 PM
There's no way I can wait until you're finished before saying anything. Pat, you have mad skills my friend, incredible!!! :nana:
Hi Mike, I hope to have the tail pipe from your fathers 77 low rider on my fathers low rider this spring and will send you a picture of the bike when done.
Thank you!
Pat
Quote from: Dino on January 10, 2016, 08:40:44 PM
Unbelievably impressive. Super awesome build. :2thumbs:
Thank you Dino!
Pat
That's the coolest looking driveshaft loop ever! :drool5:
:o Wow man is this car going to SEMA or what??
Incredible work....I feel really lame when I see such skills on display. :P
Amazing stuff continuing on here Pat, great job :2thumbs:
Is that a magnetic Sharpie marker? Cool! :yesnod:
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on January 11, 2016, 04:14:46 PM
That's the coolest looking driveshaft loop ever! :drool5:
Thanks Clayton! I'm really happy with how it turned out, And I think it adds a lot of rigidity to the frame considering the modifications I made to the original crossmember.
Pat
Quote from: crj1968 on January 11, 2016, 04:31:10 PM
:o Wow man is this car going to SEMA or what??
Incredible work....I feel really lame when I see such skills on display. :P
SEMA would be cool, I doubt that would happen, but if it did I would definitely drive it back home!
Thank you!
Quote from: timmycharger on January 11, 2016, 06:34:37 PM
Amazing stuff continuing on here Pat, great job :2thumbs:
Is that a magnetic Sharpie marker? Cool! :yesnod:
A magnetic sharpie would really come in handy, but actually I took that photo sideways so that it would have the right perspective. ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
I dream sometimes of working like this.
I've worked since I was 14 (45 now) with the passion.
Everyday I learn, "tricks on tricks" as they say..
Great job ol' boy.
Quote from: Patronus on January 11, 2016, 09:27:49 PM
I dream sometimes of working like this.
I've worked since I was 14 (45 now) with the passion.
Everyday I learn, "tricks on tricks" as they say..
Great job ol' boy.
Thank you sir!
The drive shaft loop/crossmember is made and tack welded in place. Back to the torque boxes.
Thanks
Pat
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Not removeable? Or a section of it?
Quote from: Homerr on January 13, 2016, 09:04:40 PM
Not removeable? Or a section of it?
No, it's welded in but I suppose if I ever had to remove I could cut the bottom loop off and fab up one that could be bolted in??
Quote from: keepat on January 13, 2016, 09:10:23 PM
Quote from: Homerr on January 13, 2016, 09:04:40 PM
Not removeable? Or a section of it?
No, it's welded in but I suppose if I ever had to remove I could cut the bottom loop off and fab up one that could be bolted in??
I dunno Pat, seems you don't have the skills to fab up something like that. ;)
Very nice Pat... WOW.
Let's see some of the tools your using. Like the contours of the extended loop, is that all plasma cutter?
Then clean it up with 80g on a 90?
Do you do any leading? I think that's an area I would like to explore more of. I've heard about welding on rolled stock to body lines and then leading it to a point.. stuff like that. :popcrn:
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on January 14, 2016, 12:30:48 AM
Very nice Pat... WOW.
Thank you!
Quote from: Patronus on January 14, 2016, 01:23:08 AM
Let's see some of the tools your using. Like the contours of the extended loop, is that all plasma cutter?
Then clean it up with 80g on a 90?
Do you do any leading? I think that's an area I would like to explore more of. I've heard about welding on rolled stock to body lines and then leading it to a point.. stuff like that. :popcrn:
Yes I cut all the metal for the drive shaft loop with the plasma cutter, most of it freehand.
I have used lead on other cars body panels but the drive shaft loop is all steel no lead. After welding the loop/crossmember to the frame rails I think I could pick up the car from the loop.
Thank
Pat
Very Nice work :2thumbs:
This thread and Stevearino's SRT Daytona thread are the best on the web.
Quote from: jaak on January 14, 2016, 08:00:41 PM
Very Nice work :2thumbs:
This thread and Stevearino's SRT Daytona thread are the best on the web.
Thank you Jason! But Stevearino's Daytona is on another level! His build is awesome!!!
Pat
This is SEMA material, no doubt :yesnod:
Whenever i visit this thread, i see new solutions and awesome craftmanship! Wish i had the same skills :scratchchin:
Finished up a few details on the front of the frame connectors today. Front torque boxes are next.
Thanks
Pat
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That's a great way of closing that hole up. I never would have thought of leaving that long tab attached. Good tip!
Looking forward to seeing how you tackle the torque boxes as I plan to add some to my '68 this year!
Fit and tack welded the right front torque box. Had to bend the US Car Tool torque box on an angle and added ¼" along the floor side to get a good fit. Both sides will need the same alteration to fit correctly.
Thanks
Pat
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Your thread will serve as an excellent documentation record of your project.
Most Restro-Mods decrease the value of the car, as they are either starting from a wrecked hulk, don't turn out desirable or really functional, and are just one person's vision of what a Charger should be.
None of which applies to what you have done.
If you have not already done so, Please make sure you have download and back up this thread on a weekly basis.
I have not seen anything you have done that is not simply outstanding, well thought out and executed, particularly your chassis reinforcements.
If you ever sell, it should be worth big bucks.
However, Don't sell it!
Quote from: mike69440 on January 25, 2016, 01:41:29 PM
Your thread will serve as an excellent documentation record of your project.
Most Restro-Mods decrease the value of the car, as they are either starting from a wrecked hulk, don't turn out desirable or really functional, and are just one person's vision of what a Charger should be.
None of which applies to what you have done.
If you have not already done so, Please make sure you have download and back up this thread on a weekly basis.
I have not seen anything you have done that is not simply outstanding, well thought out and executed.
If you ever sell, it should be worth big bucks.
However, Don't sell it!
Mike,
I have no plans to sell this car so I'm not too worried about what the car will be worth. You're right about most modified cars not being worth the money put into them, I'm hoping this will be the exception as I plan on keeping the exterior and interior completely original looking other than a very few small details like the wheels and the stance. Thank you for your kind words and checking out the build.
Pat
Installed the parking brake cable pass-through tube in the frame connector. I also remove the original floor mount for the parking cable as I'm going to install a small roller to redirect the cable along the frame.
Thanks
Pat
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:o :popcrn: :popcrn: :yesnod: :notworthy:
Quote from: keepat on January 28, 2016, 09:03:15 AM
Installed the parking brake cable pass-through tube in the frame connector. I also remove the original floor mount for the parking cable as I'm going to install a small roller to redirect the cable along the frame.
Thanks
Pat
Just to bust your chops, did you use a Stainless Steel piece of tubing for that cable pass thru? it just might rust up and freeeze the cable in another 50 years. :laugh:
Quote from: mike69440 on January 28, 2016, 10:26:50 PM
Quote from: keepat on January 28, 2016, 09:03:15 AM
Installed the parking brake cable pass-through tube in the frame connector. I also remove the original floor mount for the parking cable as I'm going to install a small roller to redirect the cable along the frame.
Thanks
Pat
Just to bust your chops, did you use a Stainless Steel piece of tubing for that cable pass thru? it just might rust up and freeeze the cable in another 50 years. :laugh:
Funny you say that as I tried to find some 1/2" stainless with the right wall thickness. I have 3/4" S/S but I though it was to large. I'll use a long spray tube to paint the inside of the pass thru so it will say rust free ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Hey Pat, I just binged read you thread and I'm in awe of your skills :notworthy: I used the US car tools box's and sub frame connectors too. I got to weld them up on my back though :eek2: : ::)lol: will you be removing the piping to get it sealed up behind it? Rich
Quote from: 70mopar500 on January 30, 2016, 05:01:32 PM
Hey Pat, I just binged read you thread and I'm in awe of your skills :notworthy: I used the US car tools box's and sub frame connectors too. I got to weld them up on my back though :eek2: : ::)lol: will you be removing the piping to get it sealed up behind it? Rich
Rich,
I also welded the frame connectors in on my back when the car was all together, not fun but a good way to be sure the car is loaded correcty. As for the piping, everything I have fit on the car has been or will be removed before body and paint work.
Thank you!
Pat
Excuse me Pat.
Hey Rich! :wave: He's one talented, frickin' dude, huh?
Pat has an old Low Rider that's all original he got from his Dad. I too had one all original from my Father that Mom bought him new. I thought it was pretty cool that another classic Charger owner also owned an old putt identical to mine. Pretty sure his Father was the original owner as well.
Quote from: 472 R/T SE on February 01, 2016, 05:28:18 PM
Excuse me Pat.
Hey Rich! :wave: He's one talented, frickin' dude, huh?
Pat has an old Low Rider that's all original he got from his Dad. I too had one all original from my Father that Mom bought him new. I thought it was pretty cool that another classic Charger owner also owned an old putt identical to mine. Pretty sure his Father was the original owner as well.
Thanks Mike! and yes my Father bought the 78 Low Rider new, very cool bike!
Pat
I had a small section of the driver's side floor with pin holes that needed to be replaced. I cut about 18" from a new left side floor pan and grafted it along the cross member so it would be hard to tell if it was repaired. Some high-build primer should make any imperfections disappear.
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Ah now I know where the remaining piece came from on you "for sale" ad :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Yes he is Mike! I would love to sharpen my welding skills up with Pat :2thumbs:
Quote from: VegasCharger on February 02, 2016, 04:43:23 AM
Ah now I know where the remaining piece came from on you "for sale" ad :cheers: :cheers: :cheers:
Yes it was nice to make a little more room in the shop, I shipped it out today ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Great work. It's not easy grafting in a piece of floor and make it look untouched with all of the stampings. It looks like you succeeded :2thumbs:
Quote from: 68RT440 on February 02, 2016, 05:08:43 PM
Great work. It's not easy grafting in a piece of floor and make it look untouched with all of the stampings. It looks like you succeeded :2thumbs:
Its time consuming and fun! (well I know it time consuming ;-))
Thank you!
Pat
whooooooooooooo your work is amezing
Fitted and welded the last torque box (left front) next up is welding the unused holes in the firewall.
Thanks
Pat
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The RMS suspension requires a few holes drill through the frame and they tell you not to over tighten these bolts so you don't collapse the frame. So I welded in 2 reinforcements to help prevent that from happening. The 1/8" plate is welded on both sides.
Thanks
Pat
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I haven't had a Charger for 3 years but I still come back to this site to check on your progress. Outstanding work!
Quote from: SnoPro440 on February 06, 2016, 12:08:09 PM
I haven't had a Charger for 3 years but I still come back to this site to check on your progress. Outstanding work!
Wow, thats cool! THANK YOU!
Pat
I started filling all of the unused holes in the engine well and have the left inner fender and core support finished, so far over 50 holes.
Thanks
Pat
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Reading your posts and looking at progress pictures is like a fix for a junkie, I just gotta have more! Absolutely beautiful work. :2thumbs:
Quote from: Dino on February 20, 2016, 05:40:09 PM
Reading your posts and looking at progress pictures is like a fix for a junkie, I just gotta have more! Absolutely beautiful work. :2thumbs:
Thank you sir! I Feel like a junkie too, except I think it's from all the burning paint fumes ;-)
Pat
Quote from: keepat on February 20, 2016, 05:51:43 PM
Quote from: Dino on February 20, 2016, 05:40:09 PM
Reading your posts and looking at progress pictures is like a fix for a junkie, I just gotta have more! Absolutely beautiful work. :2thumbs:
Thank you sir! I Feel like a junkie too, except I think it's from all the burning paint fumes ;-)
Pat
Well, you're allowed to inhale once in a while. ;)
You attention to detail is amazing!!!! :2thumbs:
Gotta ask for the ignorance of me - I'm starting to work on my 73 Challenger project over on Andrews AFB and curious how your get the metal so clean and smooth? I assume an angle grinder with a sanding disc and then wipe down with paint thinner ?
Clean metal is way easier to work with --- Also are you using a MIG for all these welds ? If so it's down right impressive!
I may just have to drop my Challenger off to you with a check for rear sheet metal replacement! :nana:
Truely impressive work my friend
Quote from: Back N Black on February 20, 2016, 07:21:24 PM
You attention to detail is amazing!!!! :2thumbs:
Thanks!
Quote from: Rolling_Thunder on February 21, 2016, 12:59:40 PM
Gotta ask for the ignorance of me - I'm starting to work on my 73 Challenger project over on Andrews AFB and curious how your get the metal so clean and smooth? I assume an angle grinder with a sanding disc and then wipe down with paint thinner ?
Clean metal is way easier to work with --- Also are you using a MIG for all these welds ? If so it's down right impressive!
I may just have to drop my Challenger off to you with a check for rear sheet metal replacement! :nana:
Truely impressive work my friend
Do you get to keep and work on your Challenger on base? if so that is cool! I'm only about 35 minutes from AFB, if you get a chance you should drive over and I'll show you a good friends 72 Challenger that he had to replace most of the metal. it was his 1st car but sold and found 25 years later and restored.
Thanks
Pat
I've had a few people ask how I remove the paint, clean the metal and finish off the welds, so I thought I do little right up and some pictures on what has worked for me.
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In the engine bay I have found a heat gun and wirewheel on a drill works great removing the paint and original primer from all the nooks and crannies. I like using a 12" quick change extension to hold the wire wheels. The advantage of the drill over a grinder is you can change the direction of the drill which allows the wirewheel to work more aggressively remove the paint and primer. With the heat gun I blister about 6"x6" of paint and while it is still hot I use the wirewheel to remove that section of paint, it goes quick and no fine dust.
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Here is a before and after of the firewall using only the heat gun and wirewheel.
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Here I'm welding over the wire harness plug hole. After tack welding the cover in place I grind down most of the welds before finishing the welding, this helps keep the heat down and make it easier to connect the weld as thickness of the metal is similar to the welds.
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I like to use a 90 degree Die grinder with 2" 36 grit disc to take the welds down. Keep it moving and always use new disc when working small areas as worn disc will just heat the metal instead of cutting the weld down. When the welds are mostly cut down you can hammer and dolly the panel flat and then finish off the leftover weld with a 60 grit disc.
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Note before hammer and dolly the panel you will need to grind down the weld on the back side!
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The last thing I do is use a 6" random orbital sander with a ¾" foam pad and 100 grit paper to clean the metal.
Thanks
Pat
The guy's are right Pat, I get all giddy when I see you're thread in the unread posts :woohoo: i was showing my son your welds. Now you see it, now you don't I makes me want to tare mine back down and start over. :lol: I don't recall what you are doing for a elec set up. Mine needs it all and I am torn on stock replacement or painless system
Thanks for the write up brother! Really useful
I keep my car right off base (finally got out of the dorms) so my work will begin in a 2 car garage.
I'll definitely drop by sometime and check out the car! :2thumbs:
Quote from: Rolling_Thunder on February 21, 2016, 05:48:21 PM
Thanks for the write up brother! Really useful
I keep my car right off base (finally got out of the dorms) so my work will begin in a 2 car garage.
I'll definitely drop by sometime and check out the car! :2thumbs:
Here's a picture of the 72 after he spent the last 5 years restoring it
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Quote from: 70mopar500 on February 21, 2016, 05:04:03 PM
The guy's are right Pat, I get all giddy when I see you're thread in the unread posts :woohoo: i was showing my son your welds. Now you see it, now you don't I makes me want to tare mine back down and start over. :lol: I don't recall what you are doing for a elec set up. Mine needs it all and I am torn on stock replacement or painless system
I get all giddy after posting the updates because it's usually at the end the day and it means I'm going to bed ;-)
I have yet to purchase a wiring harness yet as I'm hoping that the new American Autowire harness will be available soon for B bodes Mopar's. I use their harness on my son's Mustang a few years back and I was very impressed with the harness and the connectors. If it's not available by mid to late summer I may have to do some research on what others here have found to be a good wiring harness for a modified car?
Thank you for following the build and good luck with your project as well!
Par
I ordered the American Autowire Highway 22 kit for my charger. I know it's universal fit, but that also gives you extra wire length to hide the wiring on a build as clean as yours. :2thumbs: :Twocents:
Quote from: garner7555 on February 21, 2016, 09:38:57 PM
I ordered the American Autowire Highway 22 kit for my charger. I know it's universal fit, but that also gives you extra wire length to hide the wiring on a build as clean as yours. :2thumbs: :Twocents:
I may go with the same kit but I would like to have new original looking connector at the headlights and tail lights. The longer wire is a must as the lights, fan, and horn wires will run along the outside left fender.
Thanks
Pat
We're wiring up the Painless 22 Mopar version now. Also running up the fender well, etc.
Feed back is neutral. Apparently some circuits are combined that others may offer separate. For us this is a full LeD converison, adding about 8-9 circuits.
The paint is removed and all the unused holes are welded up in the engine bay and ready for epoxy primer.
Thanks
Pat
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I had a mold made of the front bumper guard mount so I could make a carbon-fiber version of it. The steel mount weighs about 6 lbs and the carbon-fiber replacement will weigh about 1 lbs. After I pull the 1st part I'll post a few pictures and if anyone is interested I could make a few more? I think I will paint mine black to look original but they could be left clear to show the carbon-fiber if you like?
Thanks
Pat
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That is looking sweet Pat! Great work! Are you going to make any other parts out of carbon fiber?
I'd be interested in a carbon fiber mount. How much you thinking for one?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 01, 2016, 04:54:32 PM
That is looking sweet Pat! Great work! Are you going to make any other parts out of carbon fiber?
I'd be interested in a carbon fiber mount. How much you thinking for one?
I'm only going to make a few to cover the cost to make the mold and materials. I will know the price after the 1st part is pulled, but it should be about $165.00?? There are a few other parts I'm looking to make to help move the CG aft in this charger and this is the test part
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on March 01, 2016, 05:22:09 PM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 01, 2016, 04:54:32 PM
That is looking sweet Pat! Great work! Are you going to make any other parts out of carbon fiber?
I'd be interested in a carbon fiber mount. How much you thinking for one?
I'm only going to make a few to cover the cost to make the mold and materials. I will know the price after the 1st part is pulled, but it should be about $165.00?? There are a few other parts I'm looking to make to help move the CG aft in this charger and this is the test part
Thanks
Pat
Hollow front sway bar will take out some weight.
I like the CF support brace. Great idea and it will look stock once painted black.
Part does that bow tie fit. 70 as well?
Yes my 70 has one, it had the bumper guards that attach to the holes in the bottom. (I kept it but not the guards, adds some beef to the supports.)
Quote from: keepat on March 01, 2016, 05:22:09 PM
I'm only going to make a few to cover the cost to make the mold and materials. I will know the price after the 1st part is pulled, but it should be about $165.00?? There are a few other parts I'm looking to make to help move the CG aft in this charger and this is the test part
Thanks
Pat
Count me in if you go through with em. I'm looking for ways to lighten up my tank. :2thumbs:
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 03, 2016, 08:00:25 PM
Quote from: keepat on March 01, 2016, 05:22:09 PM
I'm only going to make a few to cover the cost to make the mold and materials. I will know the price after the 1st part is pulled, but it should be about $165.00?? There are a few other parts I'm looking to make to help move the CG aft in this charger and this is the test part
Thanks
Pat
Count me in if you go through with em. I'm looking for ways to lighten up my tank. :2thumbs:
Cool! Should have the 1st one laid up and out of the oven this weekend!
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on March 01, 2016, 05:22:09 PM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 01, 2016, 04:54:32 PM
That is looking sweet Pat! Great work! Are you going to make any other parts out of carbon fiber?
I'd be interested in a carbon fiber mount. How much you thinking for one?
I'm only going to make a few to cover the cost to make the mold and materials. I will know the price after the 1st part is pulled, but it should be about $165.00?? There are a few other parts I'm looking to make to help move the CG aft in this charger and this is the test part
Thanks
Pat
I'll take one and any other CF parts like that. Mike
Quote from: v21hemicharger on March 05, 2016, 03:30:47 AM
Quote from: keepat on March 01, 2016, 05:22:09 PM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 01, 2016, 04:54:32 PM
That is looking sweet Pat! Great work! Are you going to make any other parts out of carbon fiber?
I'd be interested in a carbon fiber mount. How much you thinking for one?
I'm only going to make a few to cover the cost to make the mold and materials. I will know the price after the 1st part is pulled, but it should be about $165.00?? There are a few other parts I'm looking to make to help move the CG aft in this charger and this is the test part
Thanks
Pat
I'll take one and any other CF parts like that. Mike
Mike, awesome! I will keep you updated with the CF projects.
Thank You!
Pat
Not much to look yet the CF is all sealed up, vacuumed bagged and going in the oven for the next 24 hours At about 140°
Thanks
Pat
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Boxed in the upper core support, amazing how much stronger it is now. I think I could pick the car up from it! I will use it run and hide the wires for the fans, horns, AC, and lights.
Thanks
Pat
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Made tool to roll the top edge of the core support right at 1"
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fantastic work,
keep posting, more shots please , love your work :2thumbs:
Nice touch on boxing in the support! Looks cleaner as well. :2thumbs:
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 06, 2016, 08:06:13 PM
Nice touch on boxing in the support! Looks cleaner as well. :2thumbs:
:iagree: :iagree: :iagree:
:2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: fy469rtse on March 06, 2016, 05:26:32 PM
fantastic work,
keep posting, more shots please , love your work :2thumbs:
Will do! thanks for checking in!
Pat
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 06, 2016, 08:06:13 PM
Nice touch on boxing in the support! Looks cleaner as well. :2thumbs:
It made a big difference in the stiffness and I think someone like US Car Tool should make it as I think it would sell!
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: VegasCharger on March 06, 2016, 08:41:44 PM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 06, 2016, 08:06:13 PM
Nice touch on boxing in the support! Looks cleaner as well. :2thumbs:
:iagree: :iagree: :iagree:
:2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Thanks!!!
Pat
1st coat of primer on the engine bay and fender wells.
Thanks
Pat
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Wow what a thread! I cannot wait to start on my wife's 66 now. Pat your work is excellent! My wife looked over my shoulder as I read through this entire thread this afternoon. She is a pretty decent tech at our shop and has even built up a few engines. She cannot wait to start on her 383 now and she is pushing me to get a rotisserie so we can hers prepped for it.
Quote from: Maxed on March 20, 2016, 07:41:57 PM
Wow what a thread! I cannot wait to start on my wife's 66 now. Pat your work is excellent! My wife looked over my shoulder as I read through this entire thread this afternoon. She is a pretty decent tech at our shop and has even built up a few engines. She cannot wait to start on her 383 now and she is pushing me to get a rotisserie so we can hers prepped for it.
Thanks for checking out the build! It sound like you are a lucky man as you have a wife that loves you and loves to work on cars. My wife also enjoys working on cars but it's been a few years and the next project will be hers (old woody) good luck with your 66 project!
Thanks again!
Pat
Received my restored dash and instrument panel from Auto instruments very happy with their workmanship and the re-plastic plating.
Thanks
Pat
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Pat
What no wood Veneer? Has the Clock been rebuild with Digital movement?
Looks great, even without the fake wood.
That is really nice looking. Hope mine looks as good as yours when I get done with it.
Quote from: mike69440 on March 29, 2016, 06:16:42 PM
Pat
What no wood Veneer? Has the Clock been rebuild with Digital movement?
Looks great, even without the fake wood.
Mike,
Wood dash would look nice, but 68 Chargers did not have that option. And yes the clock is updated!
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: charger chris on March 29, 2016, 06:24:39 PM
That is really nice looking. Hope mine looks as good as yours when I get done with it.
Thank You!
Pat
Oh, so thats what it's supposed to look like! :scope:
Your gauge cluster is absolutely stunning!!! :drool5:
Yea NO wood grain on 68s, thank god. Not a big fan of the wood grain except maybe the steering wheel.
And on 70s they over do the wood grain IMO.
Chalk another one up for the 68, at least in my world.
Ammeter's been converted to voltmeter, yes? Just when I think, "Go with the Dakota Digital and fix it all in one swoop...", I see a restored original cluster. :drool5:
I actually ran across the empty package the other day for the clock Quartz conversion I bought from JC WHitney some 25+ years ago. Quartz conversion stopped working again about 5 years ago. :shruggy:
Looks awesome, Pat!
Quote from: igozumn on March 29, 2016, 10:18:12 PM
Ammeter's been converted to voltmeter, yes? Just when I think, "Go with the Dakota Digital and fix it all in one swoop...", I see a restored original cluster. :drool5:
I actually ran across the empty package the other day for the clock Quartz conversion I bought from JC WHitney some 25+ years ago. Quartz conversion stopped working again about 5 years ago. :shruggy:
Looks awesome, Pat!
Yes I had them convert the ammeter to work as a voltmeter, did the same on my 1st Charger and it worked well!
Thank you!
Pat
Removed all the paint and carpet glue from the floor, next is the inside of the firewall (fun!)
Thanks
Pat
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Looking good Pat! What's your plan for coating the floors? Are you just gonna paint it or add sound deadening as well?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on April 03, 2016, 05:17:47 PM
Looking good Pat! What's your plan for coating the floors? Are you just gonna paint it or add sound deadening as well?
Epoxy primer, black paint, and Dyamat. Unfortunately I think I'm a good 6+ months away from put Dyamat on this floor :-(
Thank you!
Pat
Pat, did you use a chemical stripper on the floor?
Looking great!
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on April 04, 2016, 07:47:04 PM
Pat, did you use a chemical stripper on the floor?
Looking great!
http://www.masterseriescoatings.com/index/
Pat,
IMHO this stuff works well, I really would not recommend it if I had any doubts
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on April 04, 2016, 07:47:04 PM
Pat, did you use a chemical stripper on the floor?
Looking great!
No chemicals, 3 different wire wheel on a grinder or drill along with a heat gun to soften the paint. Finished up with a DA sander and 80 grit paper.
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: mike69440 on April 04, 2016, 08:03:40 PM
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on April 04, 2016, 07:47:04 PM
Pat, did you use a chemical stripper on the floor?
Looking great!
http://www.masterseriescoatings.com/index/
Pat,
IMHO this stuff works well, I really would not recommend it if I had any doubts
Mike, thanks for the link I will check it out, looks pretty interesting.
Pat
Car is looking great. The gauge cluster looks fantastic :coolgleamA:
Quote from: BLK 68 R/T on April 05, 2016, 04:34:27 PM
Car is looking great. The gauge cluster looks fantastic :coolgleamA:
Thank you sir, I'm very happy with the quality of their work and I can't wait to install it one day.
Pat
i like seeing this thread hit the top of the page again, means keepat did something awesome again lol
This build keeps me motivated to finish my car. I am getting lots of good ideas from you. Thank you sir!
Quote from: Ryan on April 09, 2016, 03:10:33 PM
This build keeps me motivated to finish my car. I am getting lots of good ideas from you. Thank you sir!
Ryan,
Comments like yours keep me motivated, THANK YOU!
Pat
Ooh no, you put under coating on that beautiful metal work
Love this build , don't take offence , but going to copy so much from your build into my next charger, just love the detail, right down to the improvements to handbrake and the way cable was run the frame connectors :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Quote from: fy469rtse on April 13, 2016, 07:18:49 AM
Ooh no, you put under coating on that beautiful metal work
Love this build , don't take offence , but going to copy so much from your build into my next charger, just love the detail, right down to the improvements to handbrake and the way cable was run the frame connectors :2thumbs: :popcrn:
That's why post so many pictures as I hope it would help somebody. There's not that many original ideas most of the stuff I found on somebody else's build ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
That's what is great about this site. Keep up the fantastic work! Btw, I was trying to figure out how best to deal with the fuel tank vent after conversion to EFI... saw the II Much vent you installed a few pages back... :drool5:
so, I am shamelessly stealing and now i have one sitting on my desk waiting for install...in pretty much the same location... :icon_smile_big:
There are a couple other ideas i "borrowed" from you as well :angel:
Thanks!
Quote from: GT on April 14, 2016, 12:04:35 AM
That's what is great about this site. Keep up the fantastic work! Btw, I was trying to figure out how best to deal with the fuel tank vent after conversion to EFI... saw the II Much vent you installed a few pages back... :drool5:
so, I am shamelessly stealing and now i have one sitting on my desk waiting for install...in pretty much the same location... :icon_smile_big:
There are a couple other ideas i "borrowed" from you as well :angel:
Thanks!
The II Much is a pricey but very cool vent! I learned about it from another build thread ;-) I think I will also add another II Much for the rear end vent.
Thank you!
Pat
PS I look forward to seeing updates on your Viper Charger!
After a few failed attempts we finally came up with the correct formula to make the bumper guard crossmember. We were having problems with the carbon fiber bunching up on top of the mold when in the vacuum bag. The carbon fiber on the mold side look excellent so we decided to hand lay a final layer of carbon fiber on the top side after it was removed from the mold. I'm not sure if I'm going to go with the carbon fiber look or if I'm going to end up painting it black so it would be undetectable. The steel crossmember is about 6 pounds and I ended up with the carbon fiber weighing in at 1 lb. 4 oz.
Thanks
Pat
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clever stuff :yesnod: :popcrn:
Nice job Pat!
What about making the other 2 braces that go on the sides?
Quote from: mopar4don on April 22, 2016, 01:53:23 PM
Nice job Pat!
What about making the other 2 braces that go on the sides?
Don,
I am considering making the other 4 bumper brackets which I believe will save me a total of 25 lb.
It is time-consuming making the molds and it would require 4 separate molds as they are opposite from each other left to right. Is cool looking as the carbon fiber is I think I will be painting all of mine black.
I hope you worked out your panel fitment issues if not please let me know if I can help in anyway.
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on April 22, 2016, 03:15:06 PM
Quote from: mopar4don on April 22, 2016, 01:53:23 PM
Nice job Pat!
What about making the other 2 braces that go on the sides?
Don,
I am considering making the other 4 bumper brackets which I believe will save me a total of 25 lb.
It is time-consuming making the molds and it would require 4 separate molds as they are opposite from each other left to right. Is cool looking as the carbon fiber is I think I will be painting all of mine black.
I hope you worked out your panel fitment issues if not please let me know if I can help in anyway.
Thanks
Pat
Hi Pat,
I here ya on the time consuming end of it.... I know all about that.. and I'm not even doing the cool extra things like you are.
Still working on the panel fitment. I talked to Charlie (cdr) he is the only one that I am aware of that did not slice and dice his quarters, or valance corners to make everything line up. So I need to get some time to try his ideas and work it out. Hopefully this weekend.
I appreciate your help.
Don
Quote from: mopar4don on April 22, 2016, 03:29:39 PM
Quote from: keepat on April 22, 2016, 03:15:06 PM
Quote from: mopar4don on April 22, 2016, 01:53:23 PM
Nice job Pat!
What about making the other 2 braces that go on the sides?
Don,
I am considering making the other 4 bumper brackets which I believe will save me a total of 25 lb.
It is time-consuming making the molds and it would require 4 separate molds as they are opposite from each other left to right. Is cool looking as the carbon fiber is I think I will be painting all of mine black.
I hope you worked out your panel fitment issues if not please let me know if I can help in anyway.
Thanks
Pat
Hi Pat,
I here ya on the time consuming end of it.... I know all about that.. and I'm not even doing the cool extra things like you are.
Still working on the panel fitment. I talked to Charlie (cdr) he is the only one that I am aware of that did not slice and dice his quarters, or valance corners to make everything line up. So I need to get some time to try his ideas and work it out. Hopefully this weekend.
I appreciate your help.
Don
I also have never done the slice and dice. 9 sets of quarters now......
I'm amazed with how well that brace came out! Stunning Pat!
Quote from: MxRacer855 on April 26, 2016, 02:05:19 PM
I'm amazed with how well that brace came out! Stunning Pat!
Jeff, thank you, I'm very happy with it! The CF looks so cool it's almost a crime that I'll be painting it black. Unfortunately I won't get to install it until next year. I hope things are moving along with your charger project?
Thanks again!
Pat
You bet Pat! I would definitely find it a sin to cover that beautiful result with black paint, but understand what you're going for!
The car is moving along slowly but surely (perhaps a little too slowly). Working on all of the little odds and ends at the moment.
Jeff
Epoxy primer the bottom and engine well today.
Thank you!
Pat
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ooooooooooooo shiney!
Looks really nice. Is that SPI epoxy you used?
Quote from: mopar4don on May 06, 2016, 06:35:56 AM
ooooooooooooo shiney!
Looks really nice. Is that SPI epoxy you used?
Don,
I used DuPont 2590s Epoxy DTM primer/sealer.
Thank you!
Pat
Will you scuff and paint it too?
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on May 06, 2016, 12:50:47 PM
Will you scuff and paint it too?
Yes, I will scuff and take care of any blemishes that I missed then topcoat with black base coat/clear coat just before I remove it from the rotisserie. I'm still looking at different blacks but getting close to picking one. Hard to believe that there's so many different versions of black, some look very muddy or gray and very few just deep dark black. Late model Dodge viper black is high on my list. Do you have a suggestion for a good black being that you are a painter?
Thanks
Pat
That looks damn good for being primer! Can't wait to see it painted and back on the ground. :2thumbs:
I like the Chrysler black . It has just a few drops of blue in it. So it isn't one of those brownish ones or grayish.
Quote from: mopar4don on April 22, 2016, 03:29:39 PM
Quote from: keepat on April 22, 2016, 03:15:06 PM
Quote from: mopar4don on April 22, 2016, 01:53:23 PM
Nice job Pat!
What about making the other 2 braces that go on the sides?
Don,
I am considering making the other 4 bumper brackets which I believe will save me a total of 25 lb.
It is time-consuming making the molds and it would require 4 separate molds as they are opposite from each other left to right. Is cool looking as the carbon fiber is I think I will be painting all of mine black.
I hope you worked out your panel fitment issues if not please let me know if I can help in anyway.
Thanks
Pat
Hi Pat,
I here ya on the time consuming end of it.... I know all about that.. and I'm not even doing the cool extra things like you are.
Still working on the panel fitment. I talked to Charlie (cdr) he is the only one that I am aware of that did not slice and dice his quarters, or valance corners to make everything line up. So I need to get some time to try his ideas and work it out. Hopefully this weekend.
I appreciate your help.
Don
Pat
Are you going with CF Brackets. Removing 20-25 lbs of overhang weight might just b noticible, and just the effort at that level of detail in commendable.
i think you should supercharge the hemi, they are making some new low profile superchargers, take a look at them
Pat
Are you going with CF Brackets. Removing 20-25 lbs of overhang weight might just b noticible, and just the effort at that level of detail in commendable.
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Yes I'm planning on making molds for the four front bumper mounts but I'm not going to start on it until after the body work and paint work is done.
Thanks
Quote from: 1969 R/T SE on May 12, 2016, 03:12:43 PM
i think you should supercharge the hemi, they are making some new low profile superchargers, take a look at them
I had seriously considered a Hellcat motor at the beginning of the build, and I'm pretty sure that would've required modifying the hood which I did not want to do. I liked the look of the vintage hemi air cleaner on top of the two throttle bodies.
Thanks
Pat
Looking good pat :2thumbs:
I started on the roof of the car by using paint stripper to remove the vinyl top glue, paint, and primer. Then I used a 6" DA sander to remove any leftover glue and paint. As with most vinyl top I was left with some rust and pitting to treat and repair. I coated the roof with a gel rust dissolver and covered the roof with plastic to keep the gel from evaporating. After about 8 hours I removed the plastic and rust dissolver then neutralize the roof with water, and paint prep. One last sanding with 80 grit on the DA sander, a wipe down with Final Klean and 2 coats of epoxy primer. Next I'll will skim-coat the roof, sand and more epoxy primer.
Thanks
Pat
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Looking good! Are you going for paint under the car, or are you adding some sort of protection underneath also? I bought a transparent bed-liner that i mixed with the intended color of the car. Got both protection and paint under there :2thumbs:
Great to see the step by step process after seeing so many posts of beautifully prepared shiny metal!
Quote from: phantom on May 16, 2016, 02:44:49 AM
Looking good! Are you going for paint under the car, or are you adding some sort of protection underneath also? I bought a transparent bed-liner that i mixed with the intended color of the car. Got both protection and paint under there :2thumbs:
I will paint the bottom black same as the top and I like what you did with transparent bed-liner mixed with the color for the wheel wells.
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: Homerr on May 16, 2016, 09:54:33 AM
Great to see the step by step process after seeing so many posts of beautifully prepared shiny metal!
Thanks, I hope it can help others with the same problem?
Pat
Quote from: Homerr on May 16, 2016, 09:54:33 AM
Great to see the step by step process after seeing so many posts of beautifully prepared shiny metal!
Exactly!
Pat, thanks again for this awesome build thread....Step by step process and Not just showing just a before and after. This is what helps all of us true hobbyists! :2thumbs:
I agree... thank you :yesnod:
Thank you gentlemen!
This site is full of awesome builds with a lot of great step by step pictorial that I have used over the years. It's nice to contribute in a small way and payback others that have helped me over the years.
Pat
I used a Dremel with a wire brush to scuff the pits, and then block sanded the roof before skim coating it with body filler. Block sanded it again and sprayed a coat of high build primer. FUN! :-(
Thanks
Pat
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My arms are aching just looking at the picture!
Looking GREAT!!! :2thumbs:
Quote from: birdsandbees on May 22, 2016, 01:54:41 PM
My arms are aching just looking at the picture!
Looking GREAT!!! :2thumbs:
By the time the bodywork is done I'll have Popeye arms ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on May 22, 2016, 12:00:43 PM
I used a Dremel with a wire brush to scuff the pits, and then block sanded the roof before skim coating it with body filler. Block sanded it again and sprayed a coat of high build primer. FUN! :-(
Thanks
Pat
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Pat
Let me get this straight, You epoxy primed the roof, then used a dremel with a wire wheel to scuff the pait in the pits???
Is this to ensure the filler would bite down inside the pits?
Did you use the dremel and wire wheel method before you epoxy primed?
Quote from: mopar4don on May 22, 2016, 09:22:10 PM
Quote from: keepat on May 22, 2016, 12:00:43 PM
I used a Dremel with a wire brush to scuff the pits, and then block sanded the roof before skim coating it with body filler. Block sanded it again and sprayed a coat of high build primer. FUN! :-(
Thanks
Pat
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Pat
Let me get this straight, You epoxy primed the roof, then used a dremel with a wire wheel to scuff the pait in the pits???
Is this to ensure the filler would bite down inside the pits?
Did you use the dremel and wire wheel method before you epoxy primed?
Don,
Yes I just trying to scuff the smooth the epoxy down in the pits so that the filler has something to key to. Before I applied the epoxy I used a wire wheel and rust dissolver to clean out the pits.
Thanks
Pat
I wonder how well this would work on the under side of the roof? You know where the headliner leaves all that surface rust.
Quote from: Cncguy on May 23, 2016, 02:50:57 PM
I wonder how well this would work on the under side of the roof? You know where the headliner leaves all that surface rust.
I think a good wire brushing and some rust encapsulator like POR 15 would be best for the under side.
Pat
Quote from: keepat on May 23, 2016, 05:19:04 PM
Quote from: Cncguy on May 23, 2016, 02:50:57 PM
I wonder how well this would work on the under side of the roof? You know where the headliner leaves all that surface rust.
I think a good wire brushing and some rust encapsulator like POR 15 would be best for the under side.
Pat
That's what I did and it worked fine. Rich
Started to see a little surface rust starting on the hood and trunk that I had soda blasted over a year ago and never epoxy primer. So I pulled them out and power wash them with a solution of Hold Tight which neutralizes and cleans off the excess soda on the bare metal. Then I sanded the panels with 80 grit paper with the DA sander. Before priming the outside I sprayed inside of the frame work with rust encapsulator/frame coating.
Thanks
Pat
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Here you can see the left side in the picture is sanded and the right side is the virgin metal after soda blasting.
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Using Eastwoods internal frame coating and rust encapsulator I was able to spray inside both the trunk and hood framework in a variety of different positions to coat all the internal surfaces.
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After priming the top of the hood and trunk lid I noticed the trunk lid at the front corners are bent up the same on both sides. I don't remember this shape on my silver Charger trunk! Is this bend correct or should it be flat?? See pictures and please let me know.
Thanks
Pat
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Thats actually how it should be. Most make it flat, but thats wrong.
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on June 06, 2016, 04:38:00 PM
Thats actually how it should be. Most make it flat, but thats wrong.
I was hoping that was the case just wanted to be sure, this cars body was unmolested and those two corrner bends are to symmetrical to be an accident. Thank you for the reply!
Pat
After removing the sound deadening held up with contact cement I was able to prep and prime the inside of the roof. Before spraying the epoxy primer and coated the inside of the roof framing with a rust encapsulator.
Thanks
Pat
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Then I prep and sprayed the floors and package tray. Next I'll seam seal the floor.
Thanks
Pat
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Great job Pat!
It really looks good! Love the way that SPI lays out.
Your car is looking great Pat. I am getting good tips from your build. Thinking about getting a rotisserie so I can do both of my cars on.
Quote from: mopar4don on June 18, 2016, 07:56:37 PM
Great job Pat!
It really looks good! Love the way that SPI lays out.
Thanks Don!
Quote from: charger chris on June 19, 2016, 04:51:26 AM
Your car is looking great Pat. I am getting good tips from your build. Thinking about getting a rotisserie so I can do both of my cars on.
Chris, the rotisserie is a must have tool and it make the grunt work fun. Get one, you will not retret it.
Thank you
Pat
Pat,
You are a machine! Love every new page of this build! :2thumbs:
Those bends on your trunk lid are on every decklid I have ran across....some more noticeable than others.
Jusitn
Looking awesome... underside of roof cleaned up nicely... :cheers:
Quote from: moparnation74 on June 19, 2016, 07:17:01 AM
Pat,
You are a machine! Love every new page of this build! :2thumbs:
Those bends on your trunk lid are on every decklid I have ran across....some more noticeable than others.
Jusitn
Justin, the decklid bends are not as noticeable when mounted on the car but off the car you can really see them!
Thank you!
Pat
Quote from: GT on June 19, 2016, 05:05:45 PM
Looking awesome... underside of roof cleaned up nicely... :cheers:
The under side was a lot less work then the top was!!!
Thank you!
Pat
Cleaned and painted the inside of the cowl and painted inside firewall along with the bottom of the Cowl. I use a paint that looks like the color of steel as this will make it a little brighter under the dash when working on it. With the car on the rotisserie it was very easy to use a self leveling seem sealer fill the original firewall panel seams.
Thanks
Pat
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Using some cardboard I mocked up the rear brake cooling vents. I will make these up using .065 aluminum and have them powder coated black. I will make up the discharge side at the brake when the rear and wheels are back on.
Thanks
Pat
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Nice duct setup, I was going to mount mine similar. I was just going to buy some used carbon fiber brake ducts from Nascar teams. They sell them dirt cheap.
I was considering making these out of carbon fiber but I already had the aluminum tubing. I look forward to checking out your build and using the CF Nascar ducts
Thanks
Pat
Shoot...my car is a peeon compared to ur ride lol, I'm trying to keep my total build cost including purchase of car under 18k lol.
They're both Dodge Chargers and that's very cool in my book!!
Thanks
Pat
All I can say is wow.
Just read every post of this thread and envy your talents sir.
Thank you for sharing.
Looks amazing! :cheers: :cheers:
Quote from: Jduv10007 on July 03, 2016, 04:12:14 PM
All I can say is wow.
Just read every post of this thread and envy your talents sir.
Thank you for sharing.
Thanks for check out the build!
Pat
Quote from: timmycharger on July 03, 2016, 04:46:49 PM
Looks amazing! :cheers: :cheers:
Thank you sir!
Very nice...as usual!
I made the aluminum rear brake vents using my cardboard template. After welding them together and grinding most of the welds down I used a air tool with a medium Scotch-Brite pad to finish off and smooth out the welds. The Scotch-Brite pad is very user friendly and fast when working with aluminum.
Thanks
Pat
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Those look great, but I gotta know what are rear brake vents? :P
Quote from: crj1968 on July 07, 2016, 08:33:33 PM
Those look great, but I gotta know what are rear brake vents? :P
Sorry should've called them rear brake cooling ducts.
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on July 07, 2016, 08:47:36 PM
Quote from: crj1968 on July 07, 2016, 08:33:33 PM
Those look great, but I gotta know what are rear brake vents? :P
Sorry should've called them rear brake cooling ducts.
Thanks
Pat
Nice- so this means that you are going to drive this thing to the point where the brakes will need cooling? :icon_smile_big: :coolgleamA: :yesnod:
Pat,
What was the paint you used to.mimic the look of natural steel in the cowl/dash area?
Brake vents look awesome!
Justin
Quote from: crj1968 on July 07, 2016, 09:44:33 PM
Quote from: keepat on July 07, 2016, 08:47:36 PM
Quote from: crj1968 on July 07, 2016, 08:33:33 PM
Those look great, but I gotta know what are rear brake vents? :P
Sorry should've called them rear brake cooling ducts.
Thanks
Pat
Nice- so this means that you are going to drive this thing to the point where the brakes will need cooling? :icon_smile_big: :coolgleamA: :yesnod:
I hope to drive it just like they did in the movie Bullitt except for the jumping, crash and the explosion at the end ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: moparnation74 on July 07, 2016, 10:25:10 PM
Pat,
What was the paint you used to.mimic the look of natural steel in the cowl/dash area?
Brake vents look awesome!
Justin
Justin,
I sprayed Eastwood detail gray, it looks and works great!
Pat
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nice work
Not a productive weekend on the charger as I went to Carlisle, but I did spray some hi build primer on the hood and trunk lid today.
Thanks
Pat
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Finally I have removed all of the original paint and primer except for A small section at the center rear valance. She's all prepped and ready for epoxy primer just need the shop to cool off a little.
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That's a tight fit. Good luck. Keep the updates coming.
:popcrn: : :drool5: :popcrn:
All I can say is:
Thank you for sharing this build.
Looking great Pat! The beautiful second gen. Charger body lines are awesome to see in those pictures.
All primed!
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:2thumbs: looking really good.
Quote from: Jduv10007 on July 31, 2016, 03:46:16 PM
That's a tight fit. Good luck. Keep the updates coming.
:popcrn: : :drool5: :popcrn:
Yes it is, about an 1 1/2" to spare
Thank you
Quote from: mike69440 on July 31, 2016, 04:03:19 PM
All I can say is:
Thank you for sharing this build.
Thank you for following along!
Quote from: Lennard on July 31, 2016, 04:27:59 PM
Looking great Pat! The beautiful second gen. Charger body lines are awesome to see in those pictures.
I agree, I never get tired of looking at the lines of a second GEN charger. It's one of those rare cars that no matter what angle you look at, it looks great!
Thank you
Pat
Looking good Pat... I seriously wish I was at this stage. soon...
Did you final decide on what to do about side mirrors?
Quote from: GT on August 01, 2016, 10:16:05 AM
Looking good Pat... I seriously wish I was at this stage. soon...
Did you final decide on what to do about side mirrors?
I'd love to add my 2 cents here, worth all of maybe 2 cents.
Looks wise, I lean to purist, thus there are some things I'd 'd keep more retro, than just for example the SRT Clone thread dire-verged in a few area, I have wanted to see more original.
Regarding Mirrors, the Heck with retro.
Think Black matching power sport area style power mirrors. Functionality here, but I understand you may just want to stay pure to the Bullitt bad car theme.
The mirrors will be the original 1968 mirrors, keeping the Bullitt look. But I think GT was asking if I was going to add the right side mirror as the Bullitt Charger only had the left mirror. I'm still not sure, but I plan on driving this car so I may add the mirror.
Thanks
Pat
Ps 2 cents always welcome!
Yes that was my thought on the mirrors (I have a single, and looking at putting duals). Toying with chrome vs painted.
Heck, if you go OEM look, stay Chrome.
Details Details! :laugh:
I still haven't decided if I want a passenger side mirror or not. The glass would have to be replaced with a convex piece for it to actually be useful but the car may look better with two mirrors.
Wow, this thread is amazing! This car is going to be a masterpiece that's for sure!
I only have 1 mirror and at first I was going to add another one but the only time It would come in handy it is when backing out of garage, on the road I am one of those people who actually turns their head and looks when switching lanes and this has less of a blind spot than my 07 Charger.
:Twocents:
With the car completely epoxy primed I applied all the seam sealer on the exterior panels, starting with the roof drip rail. After sanding with 220 and a Scotch-Brite pad, l taped both the drip rail and roof to control the edge of the seam sealer. Using a product from 3M called Fast & firm #08505 I tooled it in using my finger and little lacquer thinner to keep i pliable. This Fast & Firm is easy to use and works great for paint or a vinyl top. I saved a small section of the original seem sealer to maintain the same shape.
Thanks
Pat
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Very nice - great job. I was going to shave the drip rails and decided to maintain the chrome. This will be handy product information.
Any concerns about the primer/paint adherence down the road? Basically, would you do it any differently for a car without a vinyl top, or maybe even lead in or use some other type of filler material?
Quote from: GT on August 05, 2016, 04:04:24 PM
Very nice - great job. I was going to shave the drip rails and decided to maintain the chrome. This will be handy product information.
Any concerns about the primer/paint adherence down the road? Basically, would you do it any differently for a car without a vinyl top, or maybe even lead in or use some other type of filler material?
I've had great success using it on two other cars, both without vinyl tops. Do not apply over self etching primer or spray self etching primer on it, works well with any primer and topcoat.
Thank you
Pat
Not much to show the last two weeks as I've been out of town but I did get some more some seam sealer done around the trunk and quarters.
Thanks
Pat
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more great work by keepat...gonna be a killer car
I know I keep repeating myself but... looking great. :2thumbs:
is that just ur typical seam sealer you used?
Quote from: Lennard on August 18, 2016, 10:22:01 PM
I know I keep repeating myself but... looking great. :2thumbs:
Thank You sir!
Quote from: cbrestorations on August 19, 2016, 01:55:32 AM
is that just ur typical seam sealer you used?
The gray color seam sealer is a 2 part self leveling seam sealer by SEM #39387 and the beige color seam sealer is made by 3M #08505.
Both are great to work with but the 3M can be shaped easily.
Thank you!
Pat
I'm sure liking all the attention to detail & thoroughness you are putting into this. Looking forward to future updates! :2thumbs:
Finished up 90% of the seam sealer including a lot of areas the factory did not do that I had to use a pick tool prior to priming to remove the stones, grease and grime from the past 50 years. The beige seam sealer is 3M's fast and firm #08505. Easy-to-use, you can smooth out with a wet finger and 2 hours later you can clean up any mistakes with a rag and lacquer thinner.
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:2thumbs:
Looking good and what a cool product.
If mine finishes up 50% as good as your I will be happy!
You damn inner fender looks really close to a "Class A" finish!
A Lot of cars during the automotive dark days of the 70's & 80's did not look that good on the exterior panels!
I've been laid up for a few weeks with some hernia surgery but I use this downtime to work on modifying the woodgrain steering wheel for the car. I love the look of the woodgrain wheel but driving my silver charger it was never comfortable handling the steering wheel as it's so thin. So I decided to modify this wood wheel to have a much larger modern size grip. I did not want to enlarge the diameter of the wheel as there already a little large compared to modern cars so I moved the inner ring in by about 3/8 of an inch. To do this I had to cut the S/S inner ring at all three spokes and weld it smaller in diameter and then Cut a new slot in all three spokes to hold the ring in its new location. While I have the steering wheel out for re-plating the spokes I need to brainstorm how I'm going to remake the larger plastic wood grain handle??? Suggestions welcomed!
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Pat
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Pat I have wanted to do this for several years now, I too want a thicker wheel rim without enlarging the diameter. My wheel is in very good shape though and I haven't found another wheel yet to experiment with. It's kinda low on the priority list as well. Anyway, I was going to use real wood for it. So I would get a chunk of wood bg enough to cut the circle out. Then cut it to fit around the rim and shape it from there.
Hi, Since my 68 Charger when bought the car , he had a pretty ugly for my taste Grant steering wheel , I got the original one and casually agree with you about enlarging the diameter for better grip.
To make the hoop I used tape edging wooden board, wenge wood by gluing Epoxy band I was by wrapping until the bulk of my taste apart from a bit more to work it to milling comfortably. Like you , I increased the bulk inward having to modify steel rings outer and inner.
WhiteOnGreen that looks awesome, great job! please post or PM me more info on what used and how you used it.
Thank you!
Pat
Quote from: Dino on September 13, 2016, 02:50:50 PM
Pat I have wanted to do this for several years now, I too want a thicker wheel rim without enlarging the diameter. My wheel is in very good shape though and I haven't found another wheel yet to experiment with. It's kinda low on the priority list as well. Anyway, I was going to use real wood for it. So I would get a chunk of wood bg enough to cut the circle out. Then cut it to fit around the rim and shape it from there.
Dino, real wood will look great and I wish they made it that way originally, but I'm trying to keep it stock looking even at the expense of looking cheap :-(
Thanks
Pat
Just when I thought this thread couldn't get any better...... :cheers:
Quote from: igozumn on September 15, 2016, 04:47:03 PM
Just when I thought this thread couldn't get any better...... :cheers:
Thanks :cheers:
Pat
Hi, since I live in Spain and technical words may be different, I will try to explain the best I know.
1 roll edgebanding real wood wenge non preglued (like this http://www.ebay.com/itm/WENGE-WOOD-VENEER-EDGEBANDING-7-8-Size-5-8-to-2-x-500-ROLL-/161114131642?var=&hash=item2583268cba:m:md-1TzwzRPw4SZwpNCPf6Ag
Size in mine is in mm 0,8x40
For glued I used a Epoxi resin UV resistant, since the steering wheel is exposed to sun is the best option. I work in the boat composite sector and I usually work with Gurit, SP115 http://www.gurit.com/sp-115.aspx
I cut a wooden circle 1/4" smaller than the final size of steering, since is necesary milling a plus thick is the best. Around the circle, glueing and wraping the edgebanding, when is dry is perfec for milling.
First, I mark and cut the loop half crossway and milling the mid diameter plus a 2 mm (for final glued) of the steering wheel internal reinforcement Sorry, no pics.
Next is mill the external round, finger marks :eek2: and inner, outside steel bands recess.
Test fit everything looks correct and glue with Epoxi filler (I used Gurit Spabond 340), ready for hand sand before aply two thin coat SP115 Epoxi resin, sand between coats.
Any question, glad to help
Quote from: WhiteOnGreen on September 16, 2016, 03:47:06 AM
Hi, since I live in Spain and technical words may be different, I will try to explain the best I know.
1 roll edgebanding real wood wenge non preglued (like this http://www.ebay.com/itm/WENGE-WOOD-VENEER-EDGEBANDING-7-8-Size-5-8-to-2-x-500-ROLL-/161114131642?var=&hash=item2583268cba:m:md-1TzwzRPw4SZwpNCPf6Ag
Size in mine is in mm 0,8x40
For glued I used a Epoxi resin UV resistant, since the steering wheel is exposed to sun is the best option. I work in the boat composite sector and I usually work with Gurit, SP115 http://www.gurit.com/sp-115.aspx
I cut a wooden circle 1/4" smaller than the final size of steering, since is necesary milling a plus thick is the best. Around the circle, glueing and wraping the edgebanding, when is dry is perfec for milling.
First, I mark and cut the loop half crossway and milling the mid diameter plus a 2 mm (for final glued) of the steering wheel internal reinforcement Sorry, no pics.
Next is mill the external round, finger marks :eek2: and inner, outside steel bands recess.
Test fit everything looks correct and glue with Epoxi filler (I used Gurit Spabond 340), ready for hand sand before aply two thin coat SP115 Epoxi resin, sand between coats.
Any question, glad to help
Thank you for the pictures and info!
Pat
Pat, brother... the anticipation is killing me! :drool5:
Jeff
Pat,
Your not aloud to take any time off on your car. I know I am one of many that get notify when this thread has a reply and I am love what you do. :popcrn:
:cheers:
WhiteonGreen, nice work on your steering wheel, very impressive! :cheers:
Quote from: MxRacer855 on September 19, 2016, 07:36:07 PM
Pat, brother... the anticipation is killing me! :drool5:
Jeff
Jeff, it's killing me also ;-)
Quote from: Jduv10007 on September 19, 2016, 08:45:47 PM
Pat,
Your not aloud to take any time off on your car. I know I am one of many that get notify when this thread has a reply and I am love what you do. :popcrn:
:cheers:
Trust me, if I could I would be working on the Charger. But still recovering and fall boat show season is about to start.
Thank you for tuning in ;-)
Pat
I'm curious how your gonna do this wheel, I want the same in mine. Racing and drifting is gonna kill my fingers with the skinny
Quote from: cbrestorations on September 20, 2016, 08:50:56 PM
I'm curious how your gonna do this wheel, I want the same in mine. Racing and drifting is gonna kill my fingers with the skinny
Me too ;-) I'm working on a formula of resin and brown gelcoat to match the color that the factory used on the original woodgrain steering wheels. It's funny I think it's actually going to take more time to make fake looking woodgrain then it would to make it out of real wood.
Thanks
Pat
Not sure if this will help you but I do remember one of the guys doing woodgrain steering wheel restos does offer the thicker wheel option that you are looking to do. I'll see if I can dig around and find who it was.
Quote from: Ryan on September 21, 2016, 06:12:12 PM
Not sure if this will help you but I do remember one of the guys doing woodgrain steering wheel restos does offer the thicker wheel option that you are looking to do. I'll see if I can dig around and find who it was.
Thank you!
Pat
very nice :cheers:
Still making progress just not a lot of photogenic things show. A lot of boring sanding to prep the bottom and engine well for base-coat clear-coat.
Thanks
Pat
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Lots of work! Going to look great. :2thumbs:
Indy used pictures and specs of my motor in their on line add for the 6.1 :-)
click on the link and scroll to the bottom.
Pat
http://www.indyheads.com/6.1hemiengines.html
Quote from: keepat on November 08, 2016, 07:03:49 PM
Indy used pictures and specs of my motor in their on line add for the 6.1 :-)
click on the link and scroll to the bottom.
Pat
http://www.indyheads.com/6.1hemiengines.html
That's AWESOME!! :2thumbs:
Any royalties??
Lovin' the "Bullitt" head covers!!
Quote from: VegasCharger on November 08, 2016, 08:24:34 PM
Quote from: keepat on November 08, 2016, 07:03:49 PM
Indy used pictures and specs of my motor in their on line add for the 6.1 :-)
click on the link and scroll to the bottom.
Pat
http://www.indyheads.com/6.1hemiengines.html
That's AWESOME!! :2thumbs:
Any royalties??
No royalties just the bill. :-(
Thanks
Quote from: alfaitalia on November 09, 2016, 10:03:10 AM
Lovin' the "Bullitt" head covers!!
Thanks, I was very happy with how the valve covers turned out. I was also happy with 456 lbs! I'm not sure what the actual weight of an original 440 engine is but I have to guess I've saved over a 100 + pounds.
Pat
Quote from: keepat on November 08, 2016, 07:03:49 PM
Indy used pictures and specs of my motor in their on line add for the 6.1 :-)
click on the link and scroll to the bottom.
Pat
http://www.indyheads.com/6.1hemiengines.html
:2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on November 09, 2016, 02:35:16 PM
Quote from: VegasCharger on November 08, 2016, 08:24:34 PM
Quote from: keepat on November 08, 2016, 07:03:49 PM
Indy used pictures and specs of my motor in their on line add for the 6.1 :-)
click on the link and scroll to the bottom.
Pat
http://www.indyheads.com/6.1hemiengines.html
That's AWESOME!! :2thumbs:
Any royalties??
No royalties just the bill. :-(
Thanks
Quote from: alfaitalia on November 09, 2016, 10:03:10 AM
Lovin' the "Bullitt" head covers!!
Thanks, I was very happy with how the valve covers turned out. I was also happy with 456 lbs! I'm not sure what the actual weight of an original 440 engine is but I have to guess I've saved over a 100 + pounds.
Pat
According to my googling a 440 weighs in at 670lbs.....so well over 200lb less....result!
Oops...wrong thread!
Deleted!
Just starting to get back to work on the charger as I've been very busy at work. I did put some time in on the steering wheel project and I'm happy with my progress so far. I found another steering wheel with good chrome on the spokes. And I decided to leave small 1" sections of the original plastic wood grain in place to help position the outer ring as well as locate the inner ring that I made smaller in diameter. My plan was to use a product called West System which is a two-part epoxy that has a variety of fillers to help color, thicken, and add strength. I started by making a small mold of the shape I was looking for and just move it around using plumbers putty too damn up the ends when I filled it with a epoxy. This worked OK but didn't give me the results I was looking for so I decided to make a full mold. After using it to make the top half of the steering wheel I modified it to clear the spokes and used it again for the bottom half of the steering wheel. This worked great and other than a few air pockets which I can fill-in along with the holes that I drilled so I could use a syringe to inject epoxy into the bottom of the mold I think it turned out great. I plan on making it a darker shade of brown and then comes the tedious part of replicating the wood grain.
Thanks
Pat
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This is a picture of the partial mold that I started using
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Here's the mold has been waxed and filled with epoxy
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First pull of the new mold
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Then I cut the mold to clear the spokes and flip the steering wheel to redo the shape on the backside of the steering wheel.
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use a smart guy...lol, i want one
it would be funny to park our cars next to each other at a show...resto-pro touring next to ratty hoopty pro touring lol
Wow, awesome job on the steering wheel Pat! :2thumbs:
Do you take orders? ;)
Quote from: cbrestorations on December 04, 2016, 07:18:45 PM
it would be funny to park our cars next to each other at a show...resto-pro touring next to ratty hoopty pro touring lol
That would be very cool! And I would predict that your car would grab more attention.
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: Lennard on December 04, 2016, 07:48:09 PM
Wow, awesome job on the steering wheel Pat! :2thumbs:
Do you take orders? ;)
Every day from my wife ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Not what I meant. :lol:
Quote from: keepat on December 04, 2016, 08:19:45 PM
Quote from: cbrestorations on December 04, 2016, 07:18:45 PM
it would be funny to park our cars next to each other at a show...resto-pro touring next to ratty hoopty pro touring lol
That would be very cool! And I would predict that your car would grab more attention.
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: Lennard on December 04, 2016, 07:48:09 PM
Wow, awesome job on the steering wheel Pat! :2thumbs:
Do you take orders? ;)
Every day from my wife ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Maybe at first glance until people realize the craftsmanship that went into your car. Sooooo many small and big details. Awesome build
Very cool. Every time I check this thread I learn something great.
Very elegant solution, nice job! :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Great work Pat! :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
When it's all said and done make the journey to the west coast. Make stops at MATS and Spring Fling.
:cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on December 05, 2016, 01:16:10 AM
Great work Pat! :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
When it's all said and done make the journey to the west coast. Make stops at MATS and Spring Fling.
:cheers:
I west coast road trip to SF is the plan, I hope my son has time to take his Bullitt Mustang so we can drive some of the same SF roads as in the movie, but without the jumping ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on December 05, 2016, 04:07:07 PM
Quote from: VegasCharger on December 05, 2016, 01:16:10 AM
Great work Pat! :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
When it's all said and done make the journey to the west coast. Make stops at MATS and Spring Fling.
:cheers:
I west coast road trip to SF is the plan, I hope my son has time to take his Bullitt Mustang so we can drive some of the same SF roads as in the movie, but without the jumping ;-)
Thanks
Pat
big sissy...you only live once...jump it lol jk
Quote from: keepat on December 05, 2016, 04:07:07 PM
I west coast road trip to SF is the plan, I hope my son has time to take his Bullitt Mustang so we can drive some of the same SF roads as in the movie, but without the jumping ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Also make a stop in Vegas if it's within your route on the way to SF. Meet up with Chris (cbrestorations) at his mini Charger museum. He welcomes all Charger fans, especially from DC.com. I'm about 20 miles away from him so that would be cool to have a gathering. You might get lucky and have Lennard (Lennard) present as well.
Chris, hope I'm not out of line with the invites. lol
:cheers:
Nice work Pat. If you ever want to do anther one for some cash I have one that needs fixed. :popcrn:
40+ hours and the steering wheel is just about finished. With a lot of sanding and adding more epoxy I got the oval shape I was looking for. Then I used a hook blade to add the wood grain affect. For color I used wood stain to darken the wood grain cuts and to get the color I was looking for.
Thanks
Pat
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This is the difference in size and shape from the original steering wheel grip to the new larger oval.
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Looks awesome!! :2thumbs: I would never have the patience for it but it's great to see someone who does. :lol:
:drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
WOW really nice!
Outstanding work Pat! :drool5: :drool5:
Amazing attention to detail as always.......mine will be getting a clean and polish and put back on....at least for now!! Prob be replaced with something more in keeping with the restomod theme. ....But it will be bought not made!! LOL!!
Very nice wheel.
I started out dubious where the wheel was headed and ended up being amazed! :o
Quote from: garner7555 on December 21, 2016, 10:02:03 PM
Looks awesome!! :2thumbs: I would never have the patience for it but it's great to see someone who does. :lol:
I hope that I still have some patience left for the body work ;-)
Thank You!
Quote from: VegasCharger on December 21, 2016, 10:09:21 PM
:drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
Quote from: mopar4don on December 22, 2016, 07:17:20 AM
WOW really nice!
Quote from: timmycharger on December 22, 2016, 07:37:42 AM
Outstanding work Pat! :drool5: :drool5:
Quote from: alfaitalia on December 22, 2016, 08:02:51 AM
Amazing attention to detail as always.......mine will be getting a clean and polish and put back on....at least for now!! Prob be replaced with something more in keeping with the restomod theme. ....But it will be bought not made!! LOL!!
Quote from: CRW-FK5 on December 22, 2016, 08:25:24 AM
Very nice wheel.
Thank you guys!
Quote from: Homerr on December 22, 2016, 08:38:48 AM
I started out dubious where the wheel was headed and ended up being amazed! :o
So did I! But that is also true with most projects on this Charger ;-)
Thank you and Merry Christmas to all!
Pat
very nice :cheers:
Reassemble my home made paint booth over the weekend. I used boat shrink wrap for the walls and ceilings.
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These two walls can roll up to get the car in and out.
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Four 20x20x4 intake filters.
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Window box holds two 20x20 fans and track for quick change 20x25x1 discharge filters.
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A little clean up and the paint booth will be ready. This will be the 3rd car to be painted in this home made booth.
Thanks
Pat
Pretty dam good for home made lol
Very nice.....you got a little dent to deal with first though!......Just below and forward of the left rear amber marker light!!
Oh heck ya! Great job Pat, I would expect nothing less from you :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Awesome booth Pat! :popcrn: :popcrn:
Looks great. How are you achieving air flow?
Quote from: qwick68 on January 09, 2017, 09:18:42 AM
Pretty dam good for home made lol
Thanks
Quote from: alfaitalia on January 09, 2017, 09:24:11 AM
Very nice.....you got a little dent to deal with first though!......Just below and forward of the left rear amber marker light!!
I'm just about finished with the paint booth but just getting started on the bodywork ;-)
Thanks
Quote from: timmycharger on January 09, 2017, 12:17:24 PM
Oh heck ya! Great job Pat, I would expect nothing less from you :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Thank you sir!
Quote from: mopar4don on January 09, 2017, 12:33:01 PM
Awesome booth Pat! :popcrn: :popcrn:
Thanks
Quote from: CRW-FK5 on January 09, 2017, 12:43:59 PM
Looks great. How are you achieving air flow?
2 20x20 fans
Thanks
Pat
Very cool set up. How big of a garage you have Pat?
Very cool Pat. :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on January 09, 2017, 08:59:08 PM
Very cool set up. How big of a garage you have Pat?
The shop I rent from a small marina 1/8 mile from my home is 27'x36' Its nice to do all the dirty work away from my home garage.
Thank You!
Quote from: VegasCharger on January 09, 2017, 09:18:13 PM
Very cool Pat. :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Thanks!
Pat
Looks like a great setup Pat! Very excited to see the finished product. :2thumbs:
Awesome Pat. Some people just do not mess around!!!!!!!
Quote from: MxRacer855 on January 12, 2017, 08:11:36 PM
Looks like a great setup Pat! Very excited to see the finished product. :2thumbs:
Thanks Jeff!
Quote from: crj1968 on January 12, 2017, 09:26:30 PM
Awesome Pat. Some people just do not mess around!!!!!!!
I would be finished this car if I would stop messing around ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on January 13, 2017, 01:45:45 PM
Quote from: MxRacer855 on January 12, 2017, 08:11:36 PM
Looks like a great setup Pat! Very excited to see the finished product. :2thumbs:
Thanks Jeff!
Quote from: crj1968 on January 12, 2017, 09:26:30 PM
Awesome Pat. Some people just do not mess around!!!!!!!
I would be finished this car if I would stop messing around ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
Well then quit messing around already ! :icon_smile_big:
Seriously though, I know everyone is really looking forward to seeing this car completed. :coolgleamA: :coolgleamA: :coolgleamA:
I like your convertible paint booth, that's pretty slick! Looking forward to more progress pics...when you're done messing around, that is. ;D
Scored a nice 68 console Inland shifter on craigslist. My plan is to cut the base off and modify the shifter for my T 56 six speed using the T handle to engage a micro switch to operate the electronic reverse shut out on the T56
Thanks
Pat
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That is cool :2thumbs:
I epoxy sealed, base coated, and cleared the bottom of the car today
Thank you!
Pat
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Wow! I went through all 30 something pages of this thread last night. Unbelievable skills.
Looking great Pat!!! Can't wait to see it all finished up and back on the ground. :2thumbs:
Looking good Pat. :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
:popcrn: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Great work, looks flawless! :2thumbs:
Awesome Job :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
Quote from: darbgnik on January 19, 2017, 07:32:08 PM
Wow! I went through all 30 something pages of this thread last night. Unbelievable skills.
Thank you!
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on January 19, 2017, 08:09:11 PM
Looking great Pat!!! Can't wait to see it all finished up and back on the ground. :2thumbs:
I'm looking forward to seeing it back on all 4 also, even if it only casters ;-)
Thank You!
Quote from: VegasCharger on January 19, 2017, 11:12:45 PM
Looking good Pat. :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Thanks
Quote from: birdsandbees on January 19, 2017, 11:30:52 PM
:popcrn: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
:cheers:
Quote from: Lennard on January 20, 2017, 12:24:58 AM
Great work, looks flawless! :2thumbs:
Not flawless, but good.
Thanks!
Quote from: kokxville on January 20, 2017, 10:51:43 AM
Awesome Job :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
Thanks
Pat
Awesome build! I like your style. Wheels are a very nice touch. I had Evod build me a set for a project car but ended up selling it before completion.
Looking damn good - feel like painting a 73 Challenger? hahaha :2thumbs:
Quote from: INTMD8 on January 20, 2017, 03:26:08 PM
Awesome build! I like your style. Wheels are a very nice touch. I had Evod build me a set for a project car but ended up selling it before completion.
Evod was great to work with and I will use them again!
Thank you!
Quote from: Rolling_Thunder on January 20, 2017, 04:21:44 PM
Looking damn good - feel like painting a 73 Challenger? hahaha :2thumbs:
Sorry, I only paint 1 car every 2 or 3 years. I like to say that because I do a good job, but the truth is I'm really slow ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
Since you like carbon fiber. ;)
https://speedkore.com/product-category/dodge/charger/
Nice carbon bit...for a 70...lol!.....but how does a set of marker lights cost the same as a whole front valance? :shruggy:
nice job :yesnod: :2thumbs: :coolgleamA: :cheers: :popcrn:
Quote from: alfaitalia on January 26, 2017, 06:14:32 PM
Nice...for a 70...lol!.....but how does a set of marker lights cost the same as a whole front valance? :shruggy:
Click on the pic and you'll see that they make them for '68 - '69 and '70. ;)
Very nice CF! And if the parts are finished and ready for install, most of the pricing seems pretty reasonable. I thought 68 and 69 front valances were the same but 1970 was completely different?
Thanks
Pat
You are right, the sides are different.
Landing gear is on and she will be on the ground soon. Then I'll hang the doors, fender, hood and trunk to set & correct the gaps.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on April 30, 2014, 04:44:11 PM
I started the restoration of my 1968 Dodge Charger with a plan to build a modern Bullitt. snip...[/URL]
And now the parts start coming off!
Are you going to put a guy in the back seat with a sawed-off shotgun? :o :icon_smile_big:
Shiny stuff! :coolgleamA: Creating nice equal gaps is a lot of work, but looks great. :2thumbs:
man this car is gonna need bubble wrap to protect it, way too nice lol
To bad you would have to meet today's crash impact mitigation standards, your body is too strong, but wouldn't be nice to set up tooling and start building gen two chargers again.
That body is sooo sweet!
Quote from: TheBipolarRoller on February 19, 2017, 08:52:41 PM
Quote from: keepat on April 30, 2014, 04:44:11 PM
I started the restoration of my 1968 Dodge Charger with a plan to build a modern Bullitt. snip...[/URL]
And now the parts start coming off!
Are you going to put a guy in the back seat with a sawed-off shotgun? :o :icon_smile_big:
Not in this car but I might need one in my daily driver ;-)
Quote from: Lennard on February 19, 2017, 09:33:04 PM
Shiny stuff! :coolgleamA: Creating nice equal gaps is a lot of work, but looks great. :2thumbs:
I like the challenge or you could say the punishment ;-)
Thanks
Quote from: cbrestorations on February 19, 2017, 09:40:46 PM
man this car is gonna need bubble wrap to protect it, way too nice lol
After the first paint chip I won't worry about it anymore.
Thank you!
Quote from: mike69440 on February 21, 2017, 01:17:35 PM
To bad you would have to meet today's crash impact mitigation standards, your body is too strong, but wouldn't be nice to set up tooling and start building gen two chargers again.
That body is sooo sweet!
Best looking Muscle car EVER! IMO
Thanks
Pat
Amazing work. :cheers: Just perfect. :notworthy: I am a HUGE fan. :popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: -Tom
Off the rotisserie and on four wheels ;-)
Thanks
Pat
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thats one hell of a shopping cart! :coolgleamA:
Quote from: keepat on March 08, 2017, 10:24:25 PM
Off the rotisserie and on four wheels ;-)
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Pat
What no pics???? I just HAD to give you a hard time! :icon_smile_big:
Progress! Second gen. chargers look amazing in black! :2thumbs:
Quote from: Baldwinvette77 on March 08, 2017, 10:26:45 PM
thats one hell of a shopping cart! :coolgleamA:
:-) but not as functional as a shopping cart :-(
Quote from: mopar4don on March 09, 2017, 09:38:08 AM
Quote from: keepat on March 08, 2017, 10:24:25 PM
Off the rotisserie and on four wheels ;-)
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Pat
What no pics???? I just HAD to give you a hard time! :icon_smile_big:
There's always pictures, nobody's going listen to my babbling without them ;-)
Quote from: Lennard on March 09, 2017, 03:11:59 PM
Progress! Second gen. chargers look amazing in black! :2thumbs:
Black does look cool, but the light colors bring out all the great body lines that you loose with dark colors. My silver charger showed all of the body lines in photos.
Thanks
Pat
Do I see a ding near the rear wheel opening?
Quote from: Kern Dog on March 10, 2017, 03:03:36 PM
Do I see a ding near the rear wheel opening?
Yes, there's a few dings I have yet to work out. After I get all the panel gaps set I'll start on the body work.
Thanks
Pat
Had to do a little metal work on the passenger door before I could hang it.
Thanks
Pat
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Hah! I could still make out the weld repair outline on your door - you're slipping!
Just kidding. ;) Your thread probably has been bookmarked the most of any on this site. Awesome thread and work. :2thumbs:
Dan
Metal magician :2thumbs:
Quote from: Dans 68 on March 11, 2017, 06:32:39 PM
Hah! I could still make out the weld repair outline on your door - you're slipping!
Just kidding. ;) Your thread probably has been bookmarked the most of any on this site. Awesome thread and work. :2thumbs:
Dan
Every day after 50 I seem to slip a little faster, that's what my wife keeps telling me ;-)
Thank you!
Quote from: Lennard on March 11, 2017, 07:24:43 PM
Metal magician :2thumbs:
My wife thinks I'm a magician also, she says I'm always disappearing :-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on March 10, 2017, 07:15:29 PM
Quote from: Kern Dog on March 10, 2017, 03:03:36 PM
Do I see a ding near the rear wheel opening?
Yes, there's a few dings I have yet to work out. After I get all the panel gaps set I'll start on the body work.
Thanks
Pat
I really did not write that to be critical ! I have not been a frequent follower of this thread....I saw primer and thought you were close to paint! I am one that hates to see people be critical of another persons work. I just had the fleeting thought that maybe you missed it. Sorry if it came across as insulting. :cheers:
Quote from: Kern Dog on March 12, 2017, 02:45:30 AM
Quote from: keepat on March 10, 2017, 07:15:29 PM
Quote from: Kern Dog on March 10, 2017, 03:03:36 PM
Do I see a ding near the rear wheel opening?
Yes, there's a few dings I have yet to work out. After I get all the panel gaps set I'll start on the body work.
Thanks
Pat
I really did not write that to be critical ! I have not been a frequent follower of this thread....I saw primer and thought you were close to paint! I am one that hates to see people be critical of another persons work. I just had the fleeting thought that maybe you missed it. Sorry if it came across as insulting. :cheers:
No need to apologize. I took it as a simple observation, thanks for taking the time to mention it.
Pat
The subject of small dings and dents was brought up, so I thought I would post a few pictures of how an old body man showed me an easy technique to work them out if you have access to the other side. Using a spring-loaded center punch with a filed down blunt end.
Start with locating and marking the dent from the backside. Then unscrew the spring-loaded center punch a few turns as to lessen the blow for the first try. It may take two or three strikes to get the panel flush, along with changing the tension on the spring loaded center punch. You may need to move the impact point a 16th of an inch in either direction to work the dent out.
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Pat
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Yep good trick. :yesnod:
I've used it many times in the past. Those can also be pushed out with a blunt metal or wood rod and sometimes you can "rub" them out from the back. Essentially you want to keep the hammer away from those if you can. :2thumbs:
With the right side fender hung she is starting to look like a charger again :-)
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Pat
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I like that center punch trick. Nice work!
In that last picture it looks like nothing is visible in the rear wheel opening. No frame rail, no trunk floor. It is probably the camera angle.
It's masked with white paper and yellow tape, but it's hard to see at first glance.
can't wait for this one to be finished!
Quote from: Dino on March 15, 2017, 05:04:28 PM
It's masked with white paper and yellow tape, but it's hard to see at first glance.
I see it now. :2thumbs:
Quote from: Dino on March 12, 2017, 11:16:24 AM
Yep good trick. :yesnod:
I've used it many times in the past. Those can also be pushed out with a blunt metal or wood rod and sometimes you can "rub" them out from the back. Essentially you want to keep the hammer away from those if you can. :2thumbs:
Are you going to try pushing out that tiny ding still in door or skim and paint?
Looks great!
Looking great Pat! :popcrn: :popcrn:
very nice
Quote from: mike69440 on March 16, 2017, 12:23:49 PM
Quote from: Dino on March 12, 2017, 11:16:24 AM
Yep good trick. :yesnod:
I've used it many times in the past. Those can also be pushed out with a blunt metal or wood rod and sometimes you can "rub" them out from the back. Essentially you want to keep the hammer away from those if you can. :2thumbs:
Are you going to try pushing out that tiny ding still in door or skim and paint?
Looks great!
Absolutely, I will work out as many dents as I can physically get to and aluminate as much filler as possible.
Thanks guys!
Pat
Doors and fenders are closely aligned after a lot of massaging. Just need put the hood on and then I can start on the final gap alignment.
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Pat
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I'm sure it's already in your plans,but don't forget to have the front valance in place too.
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on March 20, 2017, 06:45:24 AM
I'm sure it's already in your plans,but don't forget to have the front valance in place too.
The factory fit of the front valance is pretty bad, and I will need to spend a lot more time on it even though both my fenders and the front valance are original and undamaged panels.
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Pat
After a few small modifications to both front fenders I installed the front valance and the hood. The trunk lid is next and then I'll start fine-tuning all the gaps.
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Pat
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Wow, amazing work. :cheers:
:drool5: :drool5: Wow she's a beauty!
Wow! This thread is great! This is coming along so nice!
Looking good :cheers:
Welded and filed the drivers door gaps. I set the sides at 5/32" leaving room for primer, sealer, base coat, and clearcoat. I had to weld a rod across the bottom of the door to close up the large factory gap that varied between 5/16" and 21/64. Now the bottom of the door is a consistent 7/32. Next up is the passenger door.
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Pat
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Perfect work on the door gaps....Man what amazing skills :2thumbs:
:2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on March 29, 2017, 09:16:24 PM
...I had to weld a rod across the bottom of the door to close up the large factory gap that varied between 5/16" and 21/64....
What rod did you use? Nice idea....
Dan
Looks like ER70 or 80S...
Beautiful work Pat! :2thumbs:
Makes sense. :2thumbs:
Dan
I have to admit, I am at about the same point as you with my 69 and I spend ALOT of time fitting panels and aligning doors, and getting the gaps acceptable. And thats not by 2017 standards but still alot better than the factory had it in 1969.
I think I have already several hours alone in the proces of getting the rear window trim flush with the sail panel. My wife says I am far to anal about that stuff and want it too perfect.... Glad to see others here being in the same boat and going trough all this kind of hassle also....
I really dare to say it out loud, the body work of the Charger is really grabbing me by the throat and I need to stay focused as good as I can but the day this thing returns from the painter I really gonna have one of the better days in my life....
BTW Pat awesome job as always.
Quote from: moparnation74 on March 29, 2017, 10:56:47 PM
Perfect work on the door gaps....Man what amazing skills :2thumbs:
Perfect is the work that you are doing on your father's car, very cool build!
Thank you
Pat
Quote from: Dans 68 on March 30, 2017, 12:19:04 PM
Quote from: keepat on March 29, 2017, 09:16:24 PM
...I had to weld a rod across the bottom of the door to close up the large factory gap that varied between 5/16" and 21/64....
What rod did you use? Nice idea....
Dan
Dan,
Birdsandbees is correct I used 1/8" welding rod (ER 70S-3) which is about the thickness of the bottom door edge.
Thank you gentlemen!
Quote from: six-tee-nine on March 30, 2017, 01:09:03 PM
I have to admit, I am at about the same point as you with my 69 and I spend ALOT of time fitting panels and aligning doors, and getting the gaps acceptable. And thats not by 2017 standards but still alot better than the factory had it in 1969.
I think I have already several hours alone in the proces of getting the rear window trim flush with the sail panel. My wife says I am far to anal about that stuff and want it too perfect.... Glad to see others here being in the same boat and going trough all this kind of hassle also....
I really dare to say it out loud, the body work of the Charger is really grabbing me by the throat and I need to stay focused as good as I can but the day this thing returns from the painter I really gonna have one of the better days in my life....
BTW Pat awesome job as always.
It can be challenging to stay focused and motivated when you're doing the body work especially block sanding. All the real fun starts after it's painted. Good luck with your project and keep pushing ahead!
Thank you
Pat
Passenger door gaps took a little more work. I had to add metal rod along the bottom edge and 1/2 of the front edge.
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Pat
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Wow. Love this build.
I'm sure you posted this elsewhere, but do you still have your silver '68?
Most excellent work!
Quote from: Fitz73Chrgr on April 06, 2017, 09:22:48 PM
Wow. Love this build.
I'm sure you posted this elsewhere, but do you still have your silver '68?
I'm sorry to say I sold the silver Charger 7 years ago. Not long after that sale, I promised myself that I would not sell another car that I restored.
Thank you
Pat
You never fail to impress Pat! :drool5:
WOW! Pat she is a wicked build....btw We got the bump stops installed on my car...thx again :cheers:
Great work on the door gaps, they look straight as an arrow! :cheers:
Crazy skills and attention to detail is top notch. :2thumbs:
Quote from: RIDELIKEHELL on April 07, 2017, 06:45:39 AM
WOW! Pat she is a wicked build....btw We got the bump stops installed on my car...thx again :cheers:
That's great to hear you were able use the parts that I cut off my Charger and was about to throw away when I decided to put on this site for sale.
Thank you
Pat
This thread needs to be made into a book. Great job on the door gaps.
Quote from: keepat on April 07, 2017, 07:30:25 PM
Quote from: RIDELIKEHELL on April 07, 2017, 06:45:39 AM
WOW! Pat she is a wicked build....btw We got the bump stops installed on my car...thx again :cheers:
That's great to hear you were able use the parts that I cut off my Charger and was about to throw away when I decided to put on this site for sale.
Thank you
Pat
Still working on the bodywork but took a little break from the block sanding and made a filler between the grill mount and radiator support. I borrowed the idea from another member. I need to weld a small plate around the hood latch and install a few fasteners before I paint it.
Thanks
Pat
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that looks great!
That filler panel gives it a clean/smooth look. Nice fab work :2thumbs:
Very nice!
Very fine...I've always been surprised the aftermarket hasn't cranked out a filler panel.
Incredible work. Looks flawless. :2thumbs:
nice work !! awesome stuff !!!! :2thumbs: :coolgleamA:
Thanks guys,
I very happy with how it turned out with the hood latch plate welded in
Pat
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Nice job Pat!
Thanks for sharing. I may borrow this idea on my build. :scratchchin:
Did you tack weld it on the edges in 6-8 spots?
Don
Don, I welded it all the way on both side then sanded down the weld flush on the out side only
Thank you!
Pat
Nice work Pat. :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
:cheers:
This car is over the top already !!!
Quote from: keepat on June 01, 2017, 04:54:54 PM
Don, I welded it all the way on both side then sanded down the weld flush on the out side only
Thank you!
Pat
So you welded it all along the entire perimeter front and back?
So if you ever need to remove the grill support you will have to destroy this piece right?
Maybe I am missing something?
Don
Quote from: mopar4don on June 02, 2017, 06:48:45 AM
Quote from: keepat on June 01, 2017, 04:54:54 PM
Don, I welded it all the way on both side then sanded down the weld flush on the out side only
Thank you!
Pat
So you welded it all along the entire perimeter front and back?
So if you ever need to remove the grill support you will have to destroy this piece right?
Maybe I am missing something?
Don
Sorry Don, I was talking about the small piece of aluminum that goes around the hood latch. The filler that I made from aluminum will be held in with 2 or possibly 4 fasteners so that it will be easily removed for access or any service service between the radiator and grill.
Thanks
Pat
That filler plate idea is really slick, nice work! :cheers:
Quote from: Charger_Fan on June 02, 2017, 11:40:55 AM
That filler plate idea is really slick, nice work! :cheers:
agreed! It may even help with cooling while at speed.
Quote from: Ryan on June 02, 2017, 07:38:16 PM
Quote from: Charger_Fan on June 02, 2017, 11:40:55 AM
That filler plate idea is really slick, nice work! :cheers:
agreed! It may even help with cooling while at speed.
Thanks, but once again I borrowed this idea from another charger owner I just can't remember who it was??
And yes I do believe it will help direct more airflow to the radiator.
Does anybody know what the two holes that my hairy gorilla arm is pointing at do or what options they may be for?
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on June 04, 2017, 10:14:14 AM
Quote from: Ryan on June 02, 2017, 07:38:16 PM
Quote from: Charger_Fan on June 02, 2017, 11:40:55 AM
That filler plate idea is really slick, nice work! :cheers:
agreed! It may even help with cooling while at speed.
Thanks, but once again I borrowed this idea from another charger owner I just can't remember who it was??
And yes I do believe it will help direct more airflow to the radiator.
White and Red probably.
Does anybody know what the two holes that my hairy gorilla arm is pointing at do or what options they may be for?
Thanks
Pat
That's where the release handle for the hood latch bolts to.
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Yes it was White and Red! Thank you
Those two holes were not used for my hood latch it was located towards the center closer to the latch itself.
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on June 04, 2017, 10:33:22 AM
Yes it was Red and White! Thank you
Those two holes were not used for my hood latch it was located towards the center closer to the latch itself.
Thanks
Pat
That's to lift the hood with the latch open, this one pops the lock.
Here's a few pictures I have of mine, ignore the bent rod. I can get you better pics if you want.
That must be a 69 thing with the Center Grill? 68 have that located in the center.
That does answer what those holes are used for, just not for a 68
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on June 04, 2017, 10:55:35 AM
That must be a 69 thing with the Center Grill? 68 have that located in the center.
That does answer what those holes are used for, just not for a 68
Thanks
Pat
Ah I didn't think of that. My 68 has been gone for so long that I can't remember the difference in lock setups
Quote from: keepat on June 04, 2017, 10:55:35 AM
That must be a 69 thing with the Center Grill? 68 have that located in the center.
That does answer what those holes are used for, just not for a 68
Thanks
Pat
Yes, 69 latch is offset.
Troy
Quote from: Troy on June 04, 2017, 12:30:40 PM
Quote from: keepat on June 04, 2017, 10:55:35 AM
That must be a 69 thing with the Center Grill? 68 have that located in the center.
That does answer what those holes are used for, just not for a 68
Thanks
Pat
Yes, 69 latch is offset.
Troy
Cool, my plan is to weld over any unused holes but if I had a 69 I would have to weld over that big square hole in the middle. Interesting that they had the holes there in preparation for a different grill or did they plan on having split grill for the 68??
Thanks
Pat
well done Pat,
always like coming back to see your build
Another amazing build here! :popcrn:
I was thinking the filler was just getting OCD, but then I realize it is functional as it will aide cooling to the radiator. Are you going to paint to match the car?
Leave the holes alone, your adding useless weight by welding them up!
Your car should be displayed at the Smithsonian!
Quote from: mike69440 on June 06, 2017, 11:46:43 AM
I was thinking the filler was just getting OCD, but then I realize it is functional as it will aide cooling to the radiator. Are you going to paint to match the car?
Leave the holes alone, your adding useless weight by welding them up!
Your car should be displayed at the Smithsonian!
It is not the first time that I have been diagnosed with OCD (Obsessive Charger Disorder;-)
With the filler along with all of the holes on either side of the radiator support that I have welded over, I think it will direct more airflow through the radiator instead of up and over or around.
I will paint it black just not sure if will be gloss black or low gloss black as the grill support was originally.
Thanks
Pat
Looking real good Pat! Nice and clean.
Quote from: keepat on April 06, 2017, 09:18:53 PM
Passenger door gaps took a little more work. I had to add metal rod along the bottom edge and 1/2 of the front edge.
Thanks
Pat
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nice job :2thumbs: :coolgleamA:
amazing work
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on June 08, 2017, 05:11:16 PM
Looking real good Pat! Nice and clean.
Thank you for the inspiration on the core support cover!
Pat
Tan top & Moparstuart Thank you!
Pat
Aweson works man
Quote from: XS29L9B2 on June 10, 2017, 02:28:26 AM
Aweson works man
Thank you!
3rd and maybe final coat of primer on the hood and tops of both fenders? Very happy with all the gaps. This bodyworks part of the build sucks, I'm starting to get Popeye the sailor man forearm ;-)
We also have a new addition to the family :-)
Thanks
Pat
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Santino "Sonny" Corleone
Beautiful laser line tight gaps. I'm hoping I can improve on the factory's huge gap lines too. As it stands you can virtually get into the car WITHOUT opening the doors!! :lol:
Wow, those gaps are perfect! :2thumbs:
Also, beautiful puppy you have there, congratulations!
Quote from: alfaitalia on June 11, 2017, 09:17:05 AM
Beautiful laser line tight gaps. I'm hoping I can improve on the factory's huge gap lines too. As it stands you can virtually get into the car WITHOUT opening the doors!! :lol:
Yes all the gaps, hood, trunk, and doors are typical late 1960s quality. Good luck correcting yours, it's a lot of work.
Thank you
Quote from: Lennard on June 11, 2017, 10:23:26 AM
Wow, those gaps are perfect! :2thumbs:
Also, beautiful puppy you have there, congratulations!
Thank you Lennard! We lost our 12-year-old yellow lab a few months ago, I only hope the new pup is half as good as she was.
Pat
I'm sorry to hear that your dog past away. They are like family members and it feels the same when you loose one.
Quote from: Lennard on June 11, 2017, 02:31:33 PM
I'm sorry to hear that your dog past away. They are like family members and it feels the same when you loose one.
Thank you
Pat
;-)
https://youtu.be/AsHOM1qn54M
haha...i like it
Quote from: keepat on June 13, 2017, 10:55:07 AM
;-)
https://youtu.be/AsHOM1qn54M
Showoff! :lol:
Seriously though, those gaps couldn't be any more perfect, way to go! :cheers:
Oh, and cute puppy. I love the Godfather name you gave him. :icon_smile_big:
Nice tight lines there Pat. :cheers:
Neat video. :coolgleamA:
And great add on to your family. :2thumbs:
Quote from: Charger_Fan on June 13, 2017, 12:24:04 PM
Quote from: keepat on June 13, 2017, 10:55:07 AM
;-)
https://youtu.be/AsHOM1qn54M
Showoff! :lol:
Seriously though, those gaps couldn't be any more perfect, way to go! :cheers:
Oh, and cute puppy. I love the Godfather name you gave him. :icon_smile_big:
Quote from: VegasCharger on June 14, 2017, 12:26:51 AM
Nice tight lines there Pat. :cheers:
Neat video. :coolgleamA:
And great add on to your family. :2thumbs:
Thanks guys! The new puppy is fitting right in with her new sisters.
Pat
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Great family picture! :2thumbs:
Mud work is done on the passenger side, and I sprayed 3 coats of high build primer now it's ready for some blocking sanding and another 3 coats of high build primer.
Thanks
Pat
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I was hoping to post update but it looks like photo bucket is holding all of my photos hostage for a $400 a year payment to use their so-called free site :-(
I thought it was my iPhone not letting me see the pics. That's sucks.
Hey, just shoot more videos. Lol
Luke
Quote from: keepat on June 25, 2017, 06:26:33 PM
I was hoping to post update but it looks like photo bucket is holding all of my photos hostage for a $400 a year payment to use their so-called free site :-(
Hey Pat I can post those pics if you want me to until you get your PB account straighten out.
:cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on June 25, 2017, 08:39:35 PM
Quote from: keepat on June 25, 2017, 06:26:33 PM
I was hoping to post update but it looks like photo bucket is holding all of my photos hostage for a $400 a year payment to use their so-called free site :-(
Hey Pat I can post those pics if you want me to until you get your PB account straighten out.
:cheers:
Please do, THANK YOU!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on June 25, 2017, 06:26:33 PM
Mud work is done on the passenger side, and I sprayed 3 coats of high build primer now it's ready for some blocking sanding and another 3 coats of high build primer.
Thanks
Pat
Here are the pics Pat intended for viewing on reply #994
:cheers:
Wow! Looking great Pat! :drool5: :popcrn:
I LOVE IT! :2thumbs:
Great stuff :2thumbs:
Good that you use some carbon fiber to lighten her up a bit, because you will have at least 50 lbs of paint on her!
Pretty!
Wow that looks smooooth!
Quote from: VegasCharger on June 26, 2017, 06:22:08 PM
Quote from: keepat on June 25, 2017, 06:26:33 PM
Mud work is done on the passenger side, and I sprayed 3 coats of high build primer now it's ready for some blocking sanding and another 3 coats of high build primer.
Thanks
Pat
Here are the pics Pat intended for viewing on reply #994
:cheers:
Great project. Just wondering about the crispness of the body lines on it though. Were factory lines that defined or did they soften some around the wheel well areas? I am planning on re-doing my car in a year or so and am trying to determine how well defined the lines should be when I do it. Looks great when they're crisp like that but not sure if they were that way from the factory. Thanks. Car coming along great.
By looking at the pics from Stu's thread on his recent score, I would say that they were pretty crisp from the factory :yesnod:
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,128973.50.html
Quote from: timmycharger on June 27, 2017, 02:34:47 PM
By looking at the pics from Stu's thread on his recent score, I would say that they were pretty crisp from the factory :yesnod:
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,128973.50.html
The paint is a lot thicker now, than they used.
Quote from: timmycharger on June 27, 2017, 02:34:47 PM
By looking at the pics from Stu's thread on his recent score, I would say that they were pretty crisp from the factory :yesnod:
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,128973.50.html
Thanks. Yes, they are pretty uniform down the side on that one.
Those beautiful body contours combined with the diffuse lighting & silky smooth coating...cracking pictures :2thumbs:
Quote from: timmycharger on June 26, 2017, 06:29:03 PM
Wow! Looking great Pat! :drool5: :popcrn:
Quote from: Dino on June 26, 2017, 07:28:03 PM
I LOVE IT! :2thumbs:
Quote from: Lennard on June 26, 2017, 07:45:38 PM
Great stuff :2thumbs:
Thanks guys!
Quote from: mike69440 on June 27, 2017, 11:55:03 AM
Good that you use some carbon fiber to lighten her up a bit, because you will have at least 50 lbs of paint on her!
Pretty!
With filler, primer, sealer, base coat, and clear i think it will be more than 50 lbs :-(
Quote from: CDN72SE on June 27, 2017, 12:53:41 PM
Wow that looks smooooth!
I hope as nice as yours!
Quote from: Cncguy on June 27, 2017, 03:31:52 PM
Quote from: timmycharger on June 27, 2017, 02:34:47 PM
By looking at the pics from Stu's thread on his recent score, I would say that they were pretty crisp from the factory :yesnod:
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,128973.50.html
The paint is a lot thicker now, than they used.
Here are a few picture of my charger in 1969 and the body lines look the same, note the lower quarter body line is a little softer.
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Quote from: Fonzy on June 28, 2017, 08:20:23 AM
Those beautiful body contours combined with the diffuse lighting & silky smooth coating...cracking pictures :2thumbs:
Thank you and welcome!
Pat
One more, sorry for the inverted picture
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on June 29, 2017, 09:40:28 AM
One more, sorry for the inverted picture
Thanks
Pat
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damn close to mine :drool5:
Yes, very similar!
Thanks
Pat
Hi OP, can you either refresh your 3rd party photo hosting site or PM me a pic or two of the template pics for that plate you made to cover the grill to rad support area? I'm going to do the same and would love to check yours out, but it looks like you may have exceeded usage from your hosting site.
Regards,
John
Never mind, just saw the post from CDR, my apologies.
Pm me your email and I will send you the pictures.
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: Pat
Thank you and welcome!
Cheers! Was about time to get involved with other Charger enthusiasts before I eventually can afford my own, so what better place to start than here. Could spend days just checking out all the different resto projects on this site though :drool5:
Quote from: Fonzy on July 03, 2017, 05:42:46 AM
Quote from: Pat
Thank you and welcome!
Cheers! Was about time to get involved with other Charger enthusiasts before I eventually can afford my own, so what better place to start than here. Could spend days just checking out all the different resto projects on this site though :drool5:
This is a great site, with a lot of really cool builds and very knowledgeable members!
Enjoy!
Pat
test
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Quote from: Charger_Fan on July 08, 2017, 01:09:35 PM
Quote from: keepat on July 08, 2017, 12:53:20 PM
test
WIN! :cheers:
Only for new post, still working on all the old pictures :-(
Thanks
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Quote from: keepat on July 08, 2017, 01:18:31 PM
Quote from: Charger_Fan on July 08, 2017, 01:09:35 PM
Quote from: keepat on July 08, 2017, 12:53:20 PM
test
WIN! :cheers:
Only for new post, still working on all the old pictures :-(
Thanks
Man, that silver 68 was perfect..... one of my favorites. Although I'm sure the black one will end up right next to it on that list.
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Quote from: keepat on July 08, 2017, 01:18:31 PM
Only for new post, still working on all the old pictures :-(
Thanks
Cool deal Pat. :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
That's a great shot of your ole silver 68.
I see you're going with postimage as your source. It's pretty good but sometimes it will flip/rotate your pics :brickwall: :brickwall:
In the event that happens to me I just create another pic of the same image any it has always worked for me.
Here's another thing I was considering is that any forums you use in the future where you post pics that requires using an image host, maybe make a note (tags) section somewhere in the text area of the pics that are displayed within that post. That way in the future if the source that you used to post those pics decides to bail (a-hem PhotoBucket) you would have an ideal of what pics were on that post and you could go back and "Modify" your DC.com post and reinsert the pics (provided that you saved the files) using a different image host.
:cheers:
Quote from: Ryan on July 14, 2017, 08:11:25 PM
Quote from: keepat on July 08, 2017, 01:18:31 PM
Quote from: Charger_Fan on July 08, 2017, 01:09:35 PM
Quote from: keepat on July 08, 2017, 12:53:20 PM
test
WIN! :cheers:
Only for new post, still working on all the old pictures :-(
Thanks
Man, that silver 68 was perfect..... one of my favorites. Although I'm sure the black one will end up right next to it on that list.
(https://s20.postimg.org/i3oibel8d/image.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/5cac4wbg9/)
Ryan,
When friends or family ask me which one of the cars that I have owned or built is my favorite and I always tell them the next one ;-). That said, I do miss the silver charger :-(
Thank you
Pat
Quote from: VegasCharger on July 14, 2017, 08:46:58 PM
Quote from: keepat on July 08, 2017, 01:18:31 PM
Only for new post, still working on all the old pictures :-(
Thanks
Cool deal Pat. :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
That's a great shot of your ole silver 68.
I see you're going with postimage as your source. It's pretty good but sometimes it will flip/rotate your pics :brickwall: :brickwall:
In the event that happens to me I just create another pic of the same image any it has always worked for me.
Here's another thing I was considering is that any forums you use in the future where you post pics that requires using an image host, maybe make a note (tags) section somewhere in the text area of the pics that are displayed within that post. That way in the future if the source that you used to post those pics decides to bail (a-hem PhotoBucket) you would have an ideal of what pics were on that post and you could go back and "Modify" your DC.com post and reinsert the pics (provided that you saved the files) using a different image host.
:cheers:
Thanks for the suggestions all very good ideas! It's a shame that all this had to change because Photobucket change the rules. I had 2 1/2 years of my sons 68 bullitt mustang document on another site, with him in most of the pictures growing up during the build that is now gone on those sites. Before that I had a 1972 Pontiac Trans Am that I documented the all numbers matching restoration and those pictures are also gone :-(
I don't fault photobucket for looking to make some money for the service they offer but I just think going from free to $400 a year is very unreasonable! I'm done venting and moving on!
Thank you
Pat
.....it's the "absolutely no warning" that pissed me off!
Quote from: alfaitalia on July 16, 2017, 02:02:11 PM
.....it's the "absolutely no warning" that pissed me off!
This thread was a literal how to build a perfect restomod 68 charger. Every time I see it in the future i will be reminded of Photobucket's approach to their customers!
With the bodywork close to being finished I started fitting the bumpers. Both ends needed to bent out a fraction to be parallel with the quarter panel. Then I cut about a 1/4" off of each side for a better fit. Paul's Chrome will de-chrome the bumpers and then finish the welding, they will also weld on the studs for the mounts.
Thanks
Pat
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Going to look great! I'm doing the same thing but my bumpers are fiberglass.
Nice...I also want mine to have more "modern" fit. But the chrome is going.....I'm going to be painting them body colour. Partly because I like that look when I've seen it done on this forum and partly because it's way cheaper than rechroming..at least around here!
Still following your build with interest...and still stealing your ideas! (and many other builders ideas if I'm honest!). One of the problems with this forum is I keep seeing great ideas, changing my plans and slowing stuff down even further...never mind!
This is looking great. I'm liking all the mods done to this car. :coolgleamA:
Quote from: Lennard on July 22, 2017, 09:29:00 PM
Going to look great! I'm doing the same thing but my bumpers are fiberglass.
Fiberglass bumpers will give you a lot more options to customize the fit, look forward to seeing it on your car.
Thanks
Quote from: alfaitalia on July 23, 2017, 03:02:40 AM
Nice...I also want mine to have more "modern" fit. But the chrome is going.....I'm going to be painting them body colour. Partly because I like that look when I've seen it done on this forum and partly because it's way cheaper than rechroming..at least around here!
Still following your build with interest...and still stealing your ideas! (and many other builders ideas if I'm honest!). One of the problems with this forum is I keep seeing great ideas, changing my plans and slowing stuff down even further...never mind!
I think the painted bumpers on most chargers looks really nice, and it certainly saves a ton of money!
Thanks
Quote from: orange383 on July 23, 2017, 06:30:46 AM
This is looking great. I'm liking all the mods done to this car. :coolgleamA:
Thank you
Pat
I vote for nice chrome, If somewhat ill fitting bumpers. Bumper bolts and all.
If left as be to me they would be just fine.
The bumper supports weigh a ton. Maybe send some time with aluminum fab replacements?
The front bumper brackets weigh 25 pounds and the rear brackets weigh 6 pounds. If I remember well, Pat made carbon fiber brackets.
The front bumper is now ready to head to the Paul's. Cut about 3/4 of an inch out of the front 3/8" from each side.
Thanks
Pat
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Looks great!
You might want to fit the grille. My original fits pretty tight
Quote from: v21hemicharger on July 30, 2017, 12:36:25 PM
You might want to fit the grille. My original fits pretty tight
I will mount the grille soon to test the fit of the grille lower corners at the bumper.
Thanks
Pat
With moving the rear bumper tighter to the car I had to shave the bumper guards to fit the lower valance. Started by removing the lower mounting tab and grinding away approximately 3/16" on the bottom edge to clear the valance. Then welding the tab back on.
Thanks
Pat
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Here you can see how much I needed to grind off
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Nice work Pat. :2thumbs:
I don't think that this will effect the rear license plate positioning will it?
:cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on July 30, 2017, 11:20:52 PM
Nice work Pat. :2thumbs:
I don't think that this will effect the rear license plate positioning will it?
:cheers:
License plate fit with little modification to the lower tag bumper.
Thanks
Pat
Nice work on the bumpers! It's amazing how much cleaner it looks with the bumpers tucked in like that.
Quote from: Charger_Fan on August 01, 2017, 02:44:10 PM
Nice work on the bumpers! It's amazing how much cleaner it looks with the bumpers tucked in like that.
Yes for such a small modification it add such a huge visual difference to the car, but yet most won't know it been modified.
Thank you
Pat
Front valance required more work than the tail panel as there were a lot of factory imperfections. Someone also cut a couple of notches that required welding, just when I thought I was done with all the metalwork. Back to the block sanding :-(
Thanks
Pat
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Looks like new again. :2thumbs:
Better than new! :Twocents: :cheers:
I took a little break from the block sanding and bodywork and started making the aluminum front bumper brackets. Made a paper template of the driver side mounts and was very surprised when I flip the template inside out and it fit perfectly on the passenger side mounts. Need to do some welding and bend up the other 3 mounts.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on August 19, 2017, 09:05:12 PM
I took a little break from the block sanding and bodywork and started making the aluminum front bumper brackets. Made a paper template of the driver side mounts and was very surprised when I flip the template inside out and it fit perfectly on the passenger side mounts. Need to do some welding and bend up the other 3 mounts.
Thanks
Pat
You are an excellent talented fabricator. What grade aluminum did you use. Will you box the brackets?
Pat...seriously, and I don't mean to come across as "sucking up", but DAMN! You, sir, really know your metal working skills! I am so envious of what you are able to accomplish from start to finish. You merely look at a piece & are able to map it out in your head, much like it would be on paper...then you go ahead & sketch it on paper, transfer it to a blank metal surface & you're off and running! Genius. :2thumbs:
Part of my daily grind is to do damage estimates, because I have a good eye for imperfections & details. I see things that most people miss, and through your photos & comments, I am able to see a bit of what you see when you are transferring angles & dimensions to paper. The thing that separates us is that my brain can't make my hands do what your brain can make your hands do. Make any sense? :) For example, I have built two custom Autorama show motorcycles, a few years back, one took 1st place for people's choice (pretty excited that year), and I made many one-off pieces for both bikes. But I made those pieces by envisioning my idea for an item, then cutting/hammering out a bracket, or piece, from what I had in my mind. I never put my idea to paper. So when I see you sketch out your idea on paper & make it happen on metal, to me, that's truly amazing. I wish I could do that.
Anyway, apologies for blathering on, continue with your project. I would really love to see your car, and your work one day. :)
Quote from: mike69440 on August 19, 2017, 10:10:41 PM
Quote from: keepat on August 19, 2017, 09:05:12 PM
I took a little break from the block sanding and bodywork and started making the aluminum front bumper brackets. Made a paper template of the driver side mounts and was very surprised when I flip the template inside out and it fit perfectly on the passenger side mounts. Need to do some welding and bend up the other 3 mounts.
Thanks
Pat
You are an excellent talented fabricator. What grade aluminum did you use. Will you box the brackets?
I used 5000 series aluminum it can be bend without cracking. Don't plan on boxing it but I will add a few reinforcements for added strength. Hard to see in the photos but I actually made the large oval slightly bigger than the original so that I can run a 1 1/2" brake cooling hose through it to the disc brakes.
Thank you
Pat
Quote from: Charger_Fan on August 20, 2017, 03:09:02 AM
Pat...seriously, and I don't mean to come across as "sucking up", but DAMN! You, sir, really know your metal working skills! I am so envious of what you are able to accomplish from start to finish. You merely look at a piece & are able to map it out in your head, much like it would be on paper...then you go ahead & sketch it on paper, transfer it to a blank metal surface & you're off and running! Genius. :2thumbs:
Part of my daily grind is to do damage estimates, because I have a good eye for imperfections & details. I see things that most people miss, and through your photos & comments, I am able to see a bit of what you see when you are transferring angles & dimensions to paper. The thing that separates us is that my brain can't make my hands do what your brain can make your hands do. Make any sense? :) For example, I have built two custom Autorama show motorcycles, a few years back, one took 1st place for people's choice (pretty excited that year), and I made many one-off pieces for both bikes. But I made those pieces by envisioning my idea for an item, then cutting/hammering out a bracket, or piece, from what I had in my mind. I never put my idea to paper. So when I see you sketch out your idea on paper & make it happen on metal, to me, that's truly amazing. I wish I could do that.
Anyway, apologies for blathering on, continue with your project. I would really love to see your car, and your work one day. :)
Thank you for your comments, would love to see a picture of your custom motorcycle.
I have always enjoyed starting from paper and working to cardboard then steel as it helps to prevent/catch mistakes, but somehow I still make my fair share of mistakes ;-)
Thanks again!
Pat
Looks great Pat! Didn't you make carbon fiber bumper brackets at one point?
Jeff
Quote from: MxRacer855 on August 20, 2017, 11:28:13 AM
Looks great Pat! Didn't you make carbon fiber bumper brackets at one point?
Jeff
Jeff,
I made a carbon fiber front cross brace that holds the bumprets. It is a wacky shape to try to make out of aluminum.
Thank you
Pat
The right side mounts are bent, just need to be welded and then the welds ground down. I will test fit when the bumpers return from Paul's chrome before I paint the mounts, I'm sure they will need a little tweaking to fit.
Thanks
Pat
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Master fabricator :2thumbs:
sorry if i missed it but what did you do to suck in the rear bumper? Did you make new brackets or modify the originals? Looks great as always pat!
:2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on August 20, 2017, 01:17:40 PM
Quote from: MxRacer855 on August 20, 2017, 11:28:13 AM
Looks great Pat! Didn't you make carbon fiber bumper brackets at one point?
Jeff
Jeff,
I made a carbon fiber front cross brace that holds the bumprets. It is a wacky shape to try to make out of aluminum.
Thank you
Pat
Not sure if I agree with the aluminum brackets. You might be putting yourself at risk with these. Just because the car is old or a showcar doesn't mean we won't wreck them. But love the build so far.
Quote from: Ryan on August 20, 2017, 07:59:28 PM
sorry if i missed it but what did you do to suck in the rear bumper? Did you make new brackets or modify the originals? Looks great as always pat!
Ryan,
I cut off about a 1/4" off of each end of the bumper and only modified the original bumper brackets to get a better fit. The back bumper mounts are small and would be easy to remake in aluminum but I'm not sure there would be much of the weight savings.
Thank you
Pat
cncguy...How could he put himself in any extra danger?.....those bumpers are purely cosmetic and aside from stopping you scratching your paint when parking do next to nothing in the event of an actual crash!
Quote from: keepat on August 20, 2017, 10:12:03 AM
Quote from: mike69440 on August 19, 2017, 10:10:41 PM
Quote from: keepat on August 19, 2017, 09:05:12 PM
I took a little break from the block sanding and bodywork and started making the aluminum front bumper brackets. Made a paper template of the driver side mounts and was very surprised when I flip the template inside out and it fit perfectly on the passenger side mounts. Need to do some welding and bend up the other 3 mounts.
Thanks
Pat
You are an excellent talented fabricator. What grade aluminum did you use. Will you box the brackets?
I used 5000 series aluminum it can be bend without cracking. Don't plan on boxing it but I will add a few reinforcements for added strength. Hard to see in the photos but I actually made the large oval slightly bigger than the original so that I can run a 1 1/2" brake cooling hose through it to the disc brakes.
Thank you
Pat
A little weld grinding, heavy bead blast and some good black paint, then only you and the front end springs will know the difference. 15 lbs is 15 lbs
PS Think about using Stainless hardware and some 1/32" thick reinforced Teflon gasket to mount to prevent electroysis.
When I add in the weight savings of the carbon fiber cross brace I made it's closer to 20 pounds off the front of the car. That along with the aluminum motor and front suspension I'm looking forward to getting the total weight of this car compared to an original AC charger. I know I added weight with the frame reinforcements but I think I will still net about 250 pounds lighter than an original car along with the CG being further aft. I hope ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: alfaitalia on August 23, 2017, 06:39:54 AM
cncguy...How could he put himself in any extra danger?.....those bumpers are purely cosmetic and aside from stopping you scratching your paint when parking do next to nothing in the event of an actual crash!
I agree. The bumpers on Pre-1973 American cars sure looked like they were designed for style and not protection. Conversely, the 1974 and later cars looked like they were making up for it....Damn they were big on some cars. Ever see a 75 Ford Maverick? The bumpers looked like they stood off the body by 8 inches or more. You really could bang into someone at 5-8 mph and incur no damage to the body. I'll bet they really did well in the demo derby contests!
Quote from: Kern Dog on August 25, 2017, 01:21:36 AM
Quote from: alfaitalia on August 23, 2017, 06:39:54 AM
cncguy...How could he put himself in any extra danger?.....those bumpers are purely cosmetic and aside from stopping you scratching your paint when parking do next to nothing in the event of an actual crash!
I agree. The bumpers on Pre-1973 American cars sure looked like they were designed for style and not protection. Conversely, the 1974 and later cars looked like they were making up for it....Damn they were big on some cars. Ever see a 75 Ford Maverick? The bumpers looked like they stood off the body by 8 inches or more. You really could bang into someone at 5-8 mph and incur no damage to the body. I'll bet they really did well in the demo derby contests!
I was racing a few weeks ago, and one team had a racecar based on an older Volvo , with those huge, safe, Volvo bumpers. The car hit a tire wall head on at 70 mph. Buried it in there. The hood and fenders were mangled pretty bad, but that bumper stayed where it was! It could take a whack!
More primer and block sanding ;-(
Pat
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You're having fun and you know it. :2thumbs:
Body lines are looking perfect.
:2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: JB400 on August 27, 2017, 02:55:26 PM
You're having fun and you know it. :2thumbs:
Yes I admit it, I'm still having fun
Quote from: funknut on August 27, 2017, 03:42:16 PM
Body lines are looking perfect.
:2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Not quite perfect, but we are getting there.
Thank you
Pat
Finished welding up the right side bumper mounts and ground down all the welds. When painted black I think it would hard to tell that they're not original.
Thanks
Pat
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:scope: Great work going on! :thumbs:
Finished the bumper mounts, time to get back to block sanding and bodywork :-(
Thanks
Pat
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Very impressive!
always great following your resto! Keep them updates coming :yesnod:
All of you in Florida, hoping for the best!
FYI,
Google chrome has a fix for the photobucket that will show all pictures!
https://chrome.google.com/webstore/d...fegnfnflicjjgj
Tried that...could not get it to work. Might just be my old PC....or it could be that Photobucket has already engineered around it so they can keep claiming their pound of flesh from the more gullible in society.
Quote from: alfaitalia on September 12, 2017, 04:41:18 PM
Tried that...could not get it to work. Might just be my old PC....or it could be that Photobucket has already engineered around it so they can keep claiming their pound of flesh from the more gullible in society.
Note it only works on a laptop or PC, not yet for phone or iPad. Need to use/have Google Chrome and when you click on that link type in Photobucket hotlink, then added it. Whenever you use Google Chrome you'll get all the photos on any forum that were dropped by Photobucket and their third-party usage policy
Pat
Hey Pat,
That link takes me to there web store.
I did a search for photobucket and 2 different ones showed up
photobucket embed fix
photobucket hot link fix
I assume you installed both of these?
Quote from: mopar4don on September 13, 2017, 03:27:56 PM
Hey Pat,
That link takes me to there web store.
I did a search for photobucket and 2 different ones showed up
photobucket embed fix
photobucket hot link fix
I assume you installed both of these?
I used only the hotlink fix and it was free
good luck
pat
Thanks Pat
Sprayed the last coat of primer on the car and ready for the 320 blocking
Thanks
Pat
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:2thumbs:
Funny thing is that it's almost a pity to see it in paint....it's hiding all your highly skilled metalwork repairs and improvements!
:2thumbs:
Are you going to have the sail panel "Charger" scripts in place when completed?
Quote from: alfaitalia on September 18, 2017, 12:51:23 PM
Funny thing is that it's almost a pity to see it in paint....it's hiding all your highly skilled metalwork repairs and improvements!
Let's hope my paint and body work is much better than my metal work ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: VegasCharger on September 18, 2017, 01:21:51 PM
:2thumbs:
Are you going to have the sail panel "Charger" scripts in place when completed?
Yes it will have the charger scrips on each side which I think is very cool looking
Thanks
Pat
I used a level with a straight edge to help to find the center of the style line for laying out tape on the body line. When level, sliding the straight edge will leave a mark dead center of the body line. I'm sure there are many other ways of doing this but I found this work good for my old eyes ;-)
Thanks
Pat
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With the body lines taped I blocked sanded the top 1/3 and bottom 1/3 of the sides with 320 grit sand paper. Then using the 1st tape line as a guide, I ran tape above or below the first tape line so I could block sand the center section of the car. This creates straight but sharp body lines that need softened. After removing all the tape I went back over both sides with 400 grit sand paper softening the body lines.
600 grit paper is next one step away from sealer :-)
Thanks
Pat
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I like the level idea, to find the center body line. :2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on August 20, 2017, 10:19:11 AM
Thank you for your comments, would love to see a picture of your custom motorcycle.
I have always enjoyed starting from paper and working to cardboard then steel as it helps to prevent/catch mistakes, but somehow I still make my fair share of mistakes ;-)
Thanks again!
Pat
Sorry, I meant to show this earlier, but I got sidetracked for a bit. This is a '97 Yamaha Royal Star that I built & entered in our local Autorama in '99...geez, where DOES the time go? :shruggy: There's not much still stock on this bike, almost everything got tweaked or changed. I ended up lowering the bike a little, to center the rear wheel in the fender better, I just ran out of time to do that before the Autorama.
The darker areas in the paint had a 3-dimensional wrinkle look to it. The painter (no, I didn't do the paint work) laid crumpled plastic on the paint when it was still wet, then once dried, shot a few coats of clear over it to make it smooth. The seat is ostrich skin leather.
BTW, that's me in the center of the pic, dusting off the red Vmax. I still have that shirt, but less hair. :D
(http://i.onfinite.com/6R76JX8t.jpg)
Quote from: keepat on September 18, 2017, 05:14:27 PM
Yes it will have the charger scrips on each side which I think is very cool looking
Thanks
Pat
Okay thanks, I asked because I didn't see the pin holes for the Charger emblem on the sail panel.
Quote from: Charger_Fan on September 23, 2017, 03:42:00 PM
I like the level idea, to find the center body line. :2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on August 20, 2017, 10:19:11 AM
Thank you for your comments, would love to see a picture of your custom motorcycle.
I have always enjoyed starting from paper and working to cardboard then steel as it helps to prevent/catch mistakes, but somehow I still make my fair share of mistakes ;-)
Thanks again!
Pat
Sorry, I meant to show this earlier, but I got sidetracked for a bit. This is a '97 Yamaha Royal Star that I built & entered in our local Autorama in '99...geez, where DOES the time go? :shruggy: There's not much still stock on this bike, almost everything got tweaked or changed. I ended up lowering the bike a little, to center the rear wheel in the fender better, I just ran out of time to do that before the Autorama.
The darker areas in the paint had a 3-dimensional wrinkle look to it. The painter (no, I didn't do the paint work) laid crumpled plastic on the paint when it was still wet, then once dried, shot a few coats of clear over it to make it smooth. The seat is ostrich skin leather.
BTW, that's me in the center of the pic, dusting off the red Vmax. I still have that shirt, but less hair. :D
(http://i.onfinite.com/6R76JX8t.jpg)
Wow! That looks awesome, beautiful Paint!
As for the hair we all had more in the 90s and 80s ;-)
Thank you
Pat
Quote from: VegasCharger on September 23, 2017, 04:06:19 PM
Quote from: keepat on September 18, 2017, 05:14:27 PM
Yes it will have the charger scrips on each side which I think is very cool looking
Thanks
Pat
Okay thanks, I asked because I didn't see the pin holes for the Charger emblem on the sail panel.
I posted on another thread the dimensions / location of my original emblem holes. Here is one of the pictures.
Thanks
Pat
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Looking good Pat. Looks laser straight even in primer! :2thumbs:
The level with straight edge is genius. I never would have thought of that.
I had a few people ask what materials I was using for primer, filler and paint so I thought I would pass this information on here as well.
Starting with all the paint stripped I sprayed the bare metal with Cromax epoxy DTM primer #2599S (DuPont product). From there I used all Evercoat products for the filler and high build primer. Evercoat Rage ultra body filler #100125 was used for the first layer over the Cromax epoxy primer, except for any edges or corners I used Evercoat Everglass #100622 Next was a skim coat of Evercoat polyester glazing putty #100400.
With all the filler sanded to 220 I sprayed 2 layer of Evercoat Super build primer #100730. Block sanded that down with 220 grit paper and sprayed two coats of Evercoat Finish Sand #100738. Sounds like a broken record but I block sanded that back down again with 220 grit paper.
Then last two coats of Evercoat Finish Sand #100738 and started block standing at 320 then to 400 grit paper.
For the sealer, basecoat and clearcoat I will be using all PPG products.
I will use PPG's DP90LF epoxy primer sealer. Then PPG Omni basecoat. And then we will follow it up with PPG's DC4000 clearcoat.
Thanks
Pat
Ok, this is the 4th and it will be the last primer coat! The 3rd coat was very close but not for black.
Thanks
Pat
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Pat.
As close to perfect as humanly possible. Beautiful!
Have the suicide prevention hotline close by the day of the first scratch.
Was out of town for a few days and while away a package from the gates of Valhalla all shiny and chrome was delivered (actually it was my bumpers from Paul's chrome ;-) I will test mount them this weekend to confirm the fit along with my new aluminum bumper mounts.
Thanks
Pat
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I thought you were the same guy.... just saw your latest post on the Viper forum, and thought the name was familiar, then I scroll down to the pics on this page and see the car in question.
Love the ACR E, and how this one is going.
Quote from: darbgnik on October 21, 2017, 03:54:58 PM
I thought you were the same guy.... just saw your latest post on the Viper forum, and thought the name was familiar, then I scroll down to the pics on this page and see the car in question.
Love the ACR E, and how this one is going.
Guilty, but I plead insanity ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
I was happy to find that my aluminum bumper brackets fit great and have no movement whatsoever. Not sure I would use the original bumper jack, but that was never going to happen anyway ;-)
Thanks
Pat
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loooks Goood!!!
WOW...
:2thumbs: :2thumbs:
For the first time in over 3 years my Charger has moved! Only about 15' ;-) from one side of the shop to the other but it's definitely a big milestone. I will start to clean the paint booth to get it ready for painting. All the block sanding (600 grit) is finished. I just need to take the fenders, doors, hood, and trunk off and detail the jams.
Thanks
Pat
(https://s1.postimg.org/1gs4thlzfj/IMG_9729.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/1reymn17kr/)
(https://s1.postimg.org/1kbqr7gzlb/IMG_9731.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/4wuglkxjxn/)
(https://s1.postimg.org/53xoh0kcin/IMG_9732.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/2qv1zt6jbv/)
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why did you prime in such a light colour if you are painting it black ?
Quote from: Canadian1968 on October 27, 2017, 06:33:46 PM
why did you prime in such a light colour if you are painting it black ?
I find the gray primer is easier to see the high and low spot when sanding, and the sealer I'm using is black.
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Pat
I'm looking forward to building my black 68 r/t with a nice body as urs, superb work
Amazing work! :popcrn:
Quote from: cbrestorations on October 28, 2017, 07:27:07 AM
I'm looking forward to building my black 68 r/t with a nice body as urs, superb work
And I'll look forward to watching that build as I do with your other cars!
Thanks
Quote from: BDF on October 28, 2017, 03:53:34 PM
Amazing work! :popcrn:
Thank you
Pat
Those bumpers , Fabricated Al. Brackets Carbon fiver lower support, Etc are incredible.
It's time you got thinking about lighting.
How about High power LEDs in the driving and main Headlamp lights?
https://www.google.com/search?q=Zdatt+14400LM+Led+Headlight&rlz=1C1PRFA_enUS437US442&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiNiNKg4ZTXAhXJ4IMKHcGaAmYQsAQIMw&biw=1920&bih=965
So i bet this has you thinking?
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/new-mopar-crate-engine-lets-you-hellcat-all-the-cars/
Quote from: mike69440 on October 28, 2017, 09:16:55 PM
Those bumpers , Fabricated Al. Brackets Carbon fiver lower support, Etc are incredible.
It's time you got thinking about lighting.
How about High power LEDs in the driving and main Headlamp lights?
https://www.google.com/search?q=Zdatt+14400LM+Led+Headlight&rlz=1C1PRFA_enUS437US442&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwiNiNKg4ZTXAhXJ4IMKHcGaAmYQsAQIMw&biw=1920&bih=965
So i bet this has you thinking?
https://www.cnet.com/roadshow/news/new-mopar-crate-engine-lets-you-hellcat-all-the-cars/
Mike,
Two years too late, but I would have considered it other than I think it would have been through the hood.
Thank you for the LED light link
Pat
Man i like 69 chargers the most off the 2nd gen's,but everytime i look at this build of your 68 i want to make love to my wife immediately :icon_smile_tongue: :icon_smile_tongue: :icon_smile_tongue:
Just awesome :2thumbs:
Quote from: kokxville on November 02, 2017, 03:35:25 PM
Man i like 69 chargers the most off the 2nd gen's,but everytime i look at this build of your 68 i want to make love to my wife immediately :icon_smile_tongue: :icon_smile_tongue: :icon_smile_tongue:
Just awesome :2thumbs:
I guess we know what you did after your post ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on November 02, 2017, 08:36:22 PM
Quote from: kokxville on November 02, 2017, 03:35:25 PM
Man i like 69 chargers the most off the 2nd gen's,but everytime i look at this build of your 68 i want to make love to my wife immediately :icon_smile_tongue: :icon_smile_tongue: :icon_smile_tongue:
Just awesome :2thumbs:
I guess we know what you did after your post ;-)
Thanks
Pat
:lol:
The Ring Brother's have got nothing on you!!! Nice work...
Quote from: Derwud on November 03, 2017, 03:21:51 PM
The Ring Brother's have got nothing no you!!! Nice work...
:iagree: :iagree:
Looking great Pat!!
Quote from: VegasCharger on November 03, 2017, 03:55:19 PM
Quote from: Derwud on November 03, 2017, 03:21:51 PM
The Ring Brother's have got nothing no you!!! Nice work...
:iagree: :iagree:
I appreciate the comments gentleman, but I have to disagree Ring Brothers do awesome work, have all the best tools, and many highly skilled workers. I'm just one knucklehead in a backyard garage, but I enjoy doing all my own work, and I'm happy with my backyard results.
Thanks again!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on November 04, 2017, 05:45:40 AM
Quote from: VegasCharger on November 03, 2017, 03:55:19 PM
Quote from: Derwud on November 03, 2017, 03:21:51 PM
The Ring Brother's have got nothing no you!!! Nice work...
:iagree: :iagree:
I appreciate the comments gentleman, but I have to disagree Ring Brothers do awesome work, have all the best tools, and many highly skilled workers. I'm just one knucklehead in a backyard garage, but I enjoy doing all my own work, and I'm happy with my backyard results.
Thanks again!
Pat
That is what makes you build better.. You are one guy in a Garage making a beautiful car.. I impressed by what you do.. I am un impressed by what they did..
I think the ring bros do beautiful work . I just like how this charger has a much more respected approach.
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on November 04, 2017, 04:33:20 PM
I think the ring bros do beautiful work . I just like how this charger has a much more respected approach.
Thank you!!
Pat
All the body panels are removed, still need to do some detail sanding in the door jams. I also drilled the holes for the power windows in the doors as well as the jams
Thanks
Pat
(https://s1.postimg.org/6l0ynvenan/IMG_9960.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/1uvppgn0x7/)
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Quote from: keepat on November 08, 2017, 09:31:27 PM
All the body panels are removed, still need to do some detail sanding in the door jams. I also drilled the holes for the power windows in the doors as well as the jams
Thanks
Pat
Nice work Pat. :2thumbs:
Is this a custom made wire loom for the pw wires?
Power windows :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
Quote from: VegasCharger on November 09, 2017, 07:29:30 AM
Quote from: keepat on November 08, 2017, 09:31:27 PM
All the body panels are removed, still need to do some detail sanding in the door jams. I also drilled the holes for the power windows in the doors as well as the jams
Thanks
Pat
Nice work Pat. :2thumbs:
Is this a custom made wire loom for the pw wires?
Power windows :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
No, I found them on line. I will post the link as soon as I find it again ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Looking great Pat! Can't wait to see some paint on it. :2thumbs:
What are you using for the window switches? I got some polished billet ones for mine but am kinda wishing I went with black ones. :shruggy:
Here's where I got my looms from. Just need to get busy and install them.
https://www.electric-life.com/product/4301-70-011-58-diameter-flexible-inclined-rubber-tuber/
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on November 09, 2017, 03:33:22 PM
Looking great Pat! Can't wait to see some paint on it. :2thumbs:
What are you using for the window switches? I got some polished billet ones for mine but am kinda wishing I went with black ones. :shruggy:
Here's where I got my looms from. Just need to get busy and install them.
https://www.electric-life.com/product/4301-70-011-58-diameter-flexible-inclined-rubber-tuber/
The movie car had manual windows so to keep the interior looking original I'm using the crank handle but connected to power window switches like we used on my sons Bullitt mustang. They work really well just lift the crank up an inch or down an inch and the windows power up or down. Unfortunately I have to modify the spline adapter as they don't make one for the Mopar crank handles.
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Pat
Son's Bullitt mustang?? Where can one see that creation? 😀
Quote from: Q5XX29 on November 09, 2017, 10:04:16 PM
Son's Bullitt mustang?? Where can one see that creation? 😀
Below is a link to my son's Billitt build
Thanks
Pat
http://www.imboc.com/forums/218-bullitt-replica-discussion/184589-my-sons-future-bullitt.html
Unfortunately that tread has been killed buy the Photobucket idiots....all the photos have gone.....pity.
Those bastards! :'(
Click below for video on how to set your computer up to use Google Chrome to see all Photobucket pictures
Thanks
Pat
https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=googles+fix+for+photo+bucket+third+party+pictures&view=detail&mid=7DA12636F919EB3515837DA12636F919EB351583&FORM=VIRE&PC=APPL
This link is the best thing I've discovered all week... ^^^^ :yesnod: :yesnod: :yesnod:
Also, just realized that was my first post after drooling over this thread for over a year now...
Quote from: copperdodge on November 11, 2017, 04:04:45 PM
This link is the best thing I've discovered all week... ^^^^ :yesnod: :yesnod: :yesnod:
Quote from: copperdodge on November 11, 2017, 04:05:26 PM
Also, just realized that was my first post after drooling over this thread for over a year now...
Thank you and welcome!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on November 10, 2017, 11:18:39 AM
Click below for video on how to set your computer up to use Google Chrome to see all Photobucket pictures
Thanks
Pat
https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=googles+fix+for+photo+bucket+third+party+pictures&view=detail&mid=7DA12636F919EB3515837DA12636F919EB351583&FORM=VIRE&PC=APPL
Added the extension and reloaded, No Pictures?
Quote from: keepat on November 09, 2017, 09:15:31 AM
Quote from: VegasCharger on November 09, 2017, 07:29:30 AM
Quote from: keepat on November 08, 2017, 09:31:27 PM
All the body panels are removed, still need to do some detail sanding in the door jams. I also drilled the holes for the power windows in the doors as well as the jams
Thanks
Pat
Nice work Pat. :2thumbs:
Is this a custom made wire loom for the pw wires?
Power windows :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
No, I found them on line. I will post the link as soon as I find it again ;-)
Thanks
Pat
X2 on where you got the looms and where on the door is the other hole?
Quote from: Aussiemadonmopars on November 12, 2017, 02:32:48 PM
Quote from: keepat on November 09, 2017, 09:15:31 AM
Quote from: VegasCharger on November 09, 2017, 07:29:30 AM
Quote from: keepat on November 08, 2017, 09:31:27 PM
All the body panels are removed, still need to do some detail sanding in the door jams. I also drilled the holes for the power windows in the doors as well as the jams
Thanks
Pat
Nice work Pat. :2thumbs:
Is this a custom made wire loom for the pw wires?
Power windows :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
No, I found them on line. I will post the link as soon as I find it again ;-)
Thanks
Pat
X2 on where you got the looms and where on the door is the other hole?
I was pretty sure I bought them from the site below (electric life) but they no longer show it on their website it may be worth a phone call to them?
Thanks
Pat
https://www.electric-life.com/product-category/wire-looms/rubber-wire-looms/
Glad to see your build stickied!
Quote from: richf on November 13, 2017, 12:30:05 PM
Glad to see your build stickied!
Yes it's very cool and certainly an honor. I'm not sure who I need to thank for the recommendation.
Thanks
Pat
Agreed, congratulations! :cheers:
Quote from: Aussiemadonmopars on November 12, 2017, 02:32:48 PM
X2 on where you got the looms and where on the door is the other hole?
Sorry for the delay, here is a picture of the hole that I added to the door for the power window wires. The factory hole I believe should be at the indent closer to the hinge. I choose to use this raised section as it worked out better with the rubber wire cover I have.
Thank you
Pat
(https://s20.postimg.org/8vrqqu06l/IMG_9981.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/6r7dpqyjt/)
Quote from: keepat on November 12, 2017, 07:24:36 PM
Quote from: Aussiemadonmopars on November 12, 2017, 02:32:48 PM
Quote from: keepat on November 09, 2017, 09:15:31 AM
Quote from: VegasCharger on November 09, 2017, 07:29:30 AM
Quote from: keepat on November 08, 2017, 09:31:27 PM
All the body panels are removed, still need to do some detail sanding in the door jams. I also drilled the holes for the power windows in the doors as well as the jams
Thanks
Pat
Nice work Pat. :2thumbs:
Is this a custom made wire loom for the pw wires?
Power windows :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
No, I found them on line. I will post the link as soon as I find it again ;-)
Thanks
Pat
X2 on where you got the looms and where on the door is the other hole?
I was pretty sure I bought them from the site below (electric life) but they no longer show it on their website it may be worth a phone call to them?
Thanks
Pat
https://www.electric-life.com/product-category/wire-looms/rubber-wire-looms/
I found/was reminded :-) where I bought the door wire looms from, see link below
Thanks
Pat
https://www.nu-relics.com/Conduit-s/188.htm
Most everything is sanded inside and out to 600 grit. Just the bottom of the hood left to do :-)
Thanks
Pat
(https://s20.postimg.org/6kg1fvezh/45_AA5798-_C7_D7-41_EA-_B7_E5-2_B9_B271_C4_B50.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/h79ulan4p/)
(https://s20.postimg.org/67on9oozx/50_F404_E2-109_C-47_AA-8_CC8-_DCB5_A81_D291_A.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/hk18rgxop/)
I was wondering where this thread went before realizing it got stickied. :2thumbs:
Stickied, is that a word? Spell check says no lol. :brickwall:
Congrats Pat. :cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on November 23, 2017, 12:43:13 AM
I was wondering where this thread went before realizing it got stickied. :2thumbs:
Stickied, is that a word? Spell check says no lol. :brickwall:
Congrats Pat. :cheers:
Thank you sir, I hope the finished product is worthy of this status.
Happy Thanksgiving to all!
Pat
Truly wonderful KeePat!!! :2thumbs:
Finally I get to see all the beautiful Charger 'prep' pictures, now I have fixed my photobucket problem....
It will be my turn in the NEW YEAR to detail the underside and start the painstaking primer/filling/rubbing of my C500 flanks... :pity: :pity: :pity:
Quote from: aerolith on December 07, 2017, 05:22:33 AM
Truly wonderful KeePat!!! :2thumbs:
Finally I get to see all the beautiful Charger 'prep' pictures, now I have fixed my photobucket problem....
It will be my turn in the NEW YEAR to detail the underside and start the painstaking primer/filling/rubbing of my C500 flanks... :pity: :pity: :pity:
Thank you sir, I'll look forward to following your build in the coming new year.
Pat
Paint booth is cleaned and ready for painting to start. I just need outside temps to be upper 40s to keep the shop temps above 65.
Thanks
Pat
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That's an awesome homemade paint booth! Good luck with spraying paint. :2thumbs:
Quote from: Lennard on December 08, 2017, 08:56:18 AM
That's an awesome homemade paint booth! Good luck with spraying paint. :2thumbs:
Thank you sir, I hope the spray a few things this weekend but the weather may not cooperate?
And.... did the weather cooperate?
Agree with the very nice paint booth.
Quote from: Lennard on December 10, 2017, 08:13:29 PM
And.... did the weather cooperate?
Yes & no, not good enough for body panels, but ok for a bunch of small parts like inner fender covers, fuel tank straps and bumper brackets.
Quote from: BDF on December 10, 2017, 09:19:03 PM
Agree with the very nice paint booth.
It works great for a backyard booth ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
:2thumbs:
Painted 26 small parts with single stage black. Saturday planning on painting the inside of the doors and fenders with basecoat / clearcoat.
Thanks
Pat
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I love black second generation Chargers. It's going to be a mean machine. :2thumbs:
think about single stage with 50/50 clear/black paint job, the reflection is sooo much better
Painted the inside of the doors and fenders today.
Thanks
Pat
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Sealer
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Base
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Clear
Very nice. :popcrn:
It's coming!
:popcrn:
:coolgleamA: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Cannot wait to see this thing go back together!
:popcrn:
Painted the 1st outside part of the car ;-)
Thanks & Merry Christmas!
Pat
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You are clearly an expert in all things body work related.....but I still think is brave painting all these things separately. Never had any luck with painting big items (hoods, doors, trunk lids) off the car. Even if the colour is spot on every mix (I'm guessing with black you are only adding thinner rather then mixing colour ) the "finish" is always very slightly differing. With very slight different depths of shine and .....erm...not even sure of the word....it just looks different. I would also be scared of chipping paint on parts when assembling. Most would never spot it....but they are not as anal about it as me! I paint the interior and jams, hang the big parts and paint with the doors on (jams masked). I'm sure yours will be as perfect as the rest of your build though.
Quote from: alfaitalia on December 24, 2017, 06:05:53 AM
You are clearly an expert in all things body work related.....but I still think is brave painting all these things separately. Never had any luck with painting big items (hoods, doors, trunk lids) off the car. Even if the colour is spot on every mix (I'm guessing with black you are only adding thinner rather then mixing colour ) the "finish" is always very slightly differing. With very slight different depths of shine and .....erm...not even sure of the word....it just looks different. I would also be scared of chipping paint on parts when assembling. Most would never spot it....but they are not as anal about it as me! I paint the interior and jams, hang the big parts and paint with the doors on (jams masked). I'm sure yours will be as perfect as the rest of your build though.
I'm no painting expert, far from it. I find as long as all of the paint is mixed in one large container and then put in individual gallons the color consistency is not a problem. This is extremely important with metallic paints. Panel assembly is a challenge, must use a lot of tape and take your time.
Thanks
Pat
There's my answer...you mix all your paint at once. The types of two pack paint I use would be a solid block a couple of hours after mixing!....sealed in a tub or not!
Got a little Christmas eve paining in before the family shows up this afternoon.
Thanks
Pat
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Looks amazing. So exciting to see it this close!
Merry Christmas, Pat!
Clay
Not a bad shine there Pat ;D Looks AMAZING !
Wow, that is amazing!!! :thumbs:
Mirror shine. Beautiful :2thumbs:
:o :popcrn:
Painted both doors today with my new SATA 4000 spray-gun, awesome spray gun!!
Thanks
Pat
(https://s20.postimg.org/gsmil7ytp/432_FD6_F3-58_ED-409_A-8_FCB-51_FADB3_F3_E7_B.jpg) (https://postimg.org/image/pavypk5c9/)
Primed
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1 coat of Sealer
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3 coats of base coat
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3 coats of clear coat
Looks awesome! The finished shine looks killer! If you dont mind me asking, what paint and clear are you using?
:2thumbs:
Painted the fenders today, and as with the rest of the body panels everything will be wet sanded with 1000 grit and two more coats of clear will be applied.
Thanks
Pat
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:drool5: :popcrn:
Quote from: Reezee on December 30, 2017, 07:40:08 PM
Looks awesome! The finished shine looks killer! If you dont mind me asking, what paint and clear are you using?
Sealer, basecoat and clear all PPG products. The clear is DC 4000 Deltron.
Thank you
Pat
Looking great Pat!!! Can't wait to see the rest of it painted and going back together. Gonna be bitchin'!
WOW! I like it! :2thumbs:
Wow I'm late to this party! I had no idea the wheels posted on FB was from your car Pat! Looks great so far!
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on January 04, 2018, 02:57:37 AM
Looking great Pat!!! Can't wait to see the rest of it painted and going back together. Gonna be bitchin'!
Me too ;-)
Thank you
Quote from: mopar4don on January 04, 2018, 08:10:23 AM
WOW! I like it! :2thumbs:
Thanks!
Quote from: Just 6T9 CHGR on January 07, 2018, 12:02:14 PM
Wow I'm late to this party! I had no idea the wheels posted on FB was from your car Pat! Looks great so far!
You're not late, the party still going on because I'm very slow ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
Great job Pat! Looking awesome. :cheers:
What is the spray "tent" that you did the spraying in? Can you take a picture that shows the setup?
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on January 07, 2018, 11:59:00 PM
Great job Pat! Looking awesome. :cheers:
What is the spray "tent" that you did the spraying in? Can you take a picture that shows the setup?
I used plastic that is used to srink wrap boats for the walls a ceiling and floor.
Thank you!
Pat
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Behind the row of six 20x25x1 filter is 2 window with 2 20x20 fans
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In the corner is a storm door and four 20x20x4 incoming air filters. Both the Ned and left walls roll up for access.
Painted the trunk lid and a few small parts last night. Last big part to do is the hood and then I will pull the body in the booth.
Thanks
Pat
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Nice job Pat! :2thumbs:
Your painting skills are SO good, we can almost see right through that trunk lid. :D
Quote from: mopar4don on January 10, 2018, 07:29:36 AM
Nice job Pat! :2thumbs:
Your painting skills are SO good, we can almost see right through that trunk lid. :D
Thanks Don. My painting skills are average at best, but my color sanding and buffing skills make up it ;-)
Pat
Moving right along now! Looking great :2thumbs:
Beautiful :2thumbs:
Paint the bottom of the hood. I think the light at the end of the tunnel is getting brighter after I cleaned the overspray on my glasses ;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Looking awesome! :cheers:
Looking GREAT Pat! Can't wait to see the body in paint.. :2thumbs:
Great work Pat! I can't wait to see the final result! :2thumbs:
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=ekfFp8cjRmU
Quote from: keepat on January 14, 2018, 05:47:56 PM
https://m.youtube.com/watch?feature=youtu.be&v=ekfFp8cjRmU
:cheers:
After block/wet sanding the 1st coats of clear with 800 grit I sprayed the final 2 coats of clear on the doors this weekend.
Thanks
Pat
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:o :icon_smile_big: :yesnod:
Is the shell painted too?
This hood has been a pain in the a$$! First time I tried to paint it I found a bodywork blemish that I missed. After fixing the bodywork, I tried for the 2nd time to paint the hood only to have reaction between the sealer and basecoat that crinkled paint. So once again I blocked sanded, primed and blocked sanded again :-( The 3rd time turn out to be the charm as the hood sprayed out great. The body is next!
Thanks
Pat
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Gorgeous!
Lookin SPIFFY !!
Looks great! :2thumbs:
I'm curious, do your feet start sticking to the floor after a while, due to the over spray? Or does it dry fast enough that it's not really an issue?
Quote from: Charger_Fan on February 02, 2018, 12:47:58 PM
Looks great! :2thumbs:
I'm curious, do your feet start sticking to the floor after a while, due to the over spray? Or does it dry fast enough that it's not really an issue?
I have special nonstick shoes ;-) actually I have a set of shoes that I put on just for painting and they have so much build up on the bottom from primer, base, and clear that they don't really stick to the plastic.
Thank you
Pat
This thread, I get excited every time I see a new post. That paint looks amazing!
Big thanks to Charger-Bodie! As I used his suggestion for painting my dash frame with Rust-Oleum fine textured black paint #7220. Worked great and looks as close to original as I can find. Inside of the frame was painted with Eastwoods detail gray to replicate the bare steel look, but without the factory overspray to keep it light under the dash.
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This is a great build, love it.
I used it on my dash frame and on the tail light panel as well.
Curt
Looking good Pat. :2thumbs:
I was recommended Mar-Hyde Black Satin #3811 for the dash frame and it looks good with the results. But I got to say that this paint looks better. I'll steer that direction on my next dash frame re-paint.
:cheers:
That paint is spot on here is a picture of the original ashtray compared to the light textured rust oleum
Thanks
Pat
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Looks great Pat! :2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on March 03, 2018, 04:18:11 PM
Big thanks to Charger-Bodie! As I used his suggestion for painting my dash frame with Rust-Oleum fine textured black paint #7220. Worked great and looks as close to original as I can find. Inside of the frame was painted with Eastwoods detail gray to replicate the bare steel look, but without the factory overspray to keep it light under the dash.
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I used it on mine and liked the result but when I tried to clean the top of the dash the texture shredded the cloth I was using and left lint everywhere! I cured the problem by spraying a final coat of flat black on top to take the sharp edges off of the texture.
If you're interested, here's a description.
http://www.dodgecharger.com/forum/index.php/topic,127894.msg1591275.html#msg1591275
Mitch, thanks for the heads up I'll plan on spraying mine as well.
Pat
I think they may have changed the formula, because I had to do just that the last couple too.
I thought it was just me.
I've been following this build on Facebook. Didn't realize it was you building it. :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: BlueSS454 on March 07, 2018, 09:40:44 PM
I've been following this build on Facebook. Didn't realize it was you building it. :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Same knucklehead different Charger;-) you still have your GL?
Quote from: keepat on March 08, 2018, 04:24:10 PM
Quote from: BlueSS454 on March 07, 2018, 09:40:44 PM
I've been following this build on Facebook. Didn't realize it was you building it. :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Same knucklehead different Charger;-) you still have your GL?
I do but it's in the process of being rebuilt due to an accident in July of 2016. While I'm at it, I'm Upgrading the entire suspension as well as building a new engine and trans for it which I'm going to back with a fresh Dana 60.
To help soften the texture of the rust oleum paint I lightly sanded the dash with 800 grit paper and applied a coat of Krylon semi-flat paint to help smooth out some of the texture. This work great along with the plastic dip that I re-coated all the wire harness clips with.
Thanks
Pat
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That's great. I will have to try the plasti dip!
Worth a Million!
You have to figure a way to drop a Demon motor in it, just because.
Mopar should just donate one along with tech assistance and transmission in exchange for your car being on the auto circuit for a year along side a Bullitt stang.
Quote from: mike69440 on March 11, 2018, 06:05:00 PM
Worth a Million!
You have to figure a way to drop a Demon motor in it, just because.
Mopar should just donate one along with tech assistance and transmission in exchange for your car being on the auto circuit for a year along side a Bullitt stang.
Count me in if Mopar are making donations to my project ;-) I specially like the idea of a technical assistant!
Thanks
Pat
I think FCA should be coming to you for Tech Assistance...
Quote from: Derwud on March 12, 2018, 07:43:01 AM
I think FCA should be coming to you for Tech Assistance...
Now that's funny ;-)
Quote from: keepat on March 10, 2018, 08:37:47 PM
.....the plastic dip that I re-coated all the wire harness clips with.
Thanks
Pat
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Ah, so that's how it's done. Very cool. :2thumbs:
For a split second I thought it was a dash mounted coffee dispenser. :D
Quote from: Ghoste on March 16, 2018, 07:47:35 AM
For a split second I thought it was a dash mounted coffee dispenser. :D
you must like your coffee Thick and BLACK :icon_smile_big:
Quote
Ah, so that's how it's done. Very cool. :2thumbs:
The stuff works great, but it has a short shelf life.
Thanks
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http://youtu.be/nJnrx5esaGI
Awesome. I've just replied :cheers:
Wow, legitimately did't realize it was a reflection at first in the video. :2thumbs:
Wow. You must be very proud of that paint job!
Nice work, Pat. Yes, an understatement but words fail. :o
Dan
Thank you gentlemen!
After spending about 10 days wiping down the spray booth I now have the car body in there and getting ready for paint ;-)
Thanks
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So cool!!!
:popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn:
Can't wait to see it painted.
I painted the trunk from the fetal position ;-) body is next!
Thanks
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This is looking SOOOOOOOO good!
:drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
Looks great! :2thumbs:
Looks REALLY GOOD!
Thank you gentlemen!
Pat
:2thumbs:
4 years ago still going strong!
Quote from: green69rt on April 07, 2018, 11:47:42 AM
4 years ago still going strong!
And I thought it would take two years ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Dutchman, roof, and cowl sealed, base and clear coated ;-)
Thanks
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I know I sound like a broken record but... beautiful! :2thumbs:
Quote from: Lennard on April 07, 2018, 02:53:11 PM
I know I sound like a broken record but... beautiful! :2thumbs:
Thank you! It balances out all the time I call myself a knucklehead and ask what was I thinking ;-)
:lol:
Looks good, but is there a particular reason for not painting the whole upper body at once?
Quote from: JB400 on April 08, 2018, 10:52:23 PM
Looks good, but is there a particular reason for not painting the whole upper body at once?
To quote Dirty Harry "A Man's got to know his limitations" Short arms didn't help either ;-)
Quote from: keepat on April 09, 2018, 05:59:58 AM
Quote from: JB400 on April 08, 2018, 10:52:23 PM
Looks good, but is there a particular reason for not painting the whole upper body at once?
To quote Dirty Harry "A Man's got to know his limitations" Short arms didn't help either ;-)
It makes for a cleaner job usually too.
So the entire car is finally painted just need to 800g block sand the quarter panels and shoot two more coats of clear as I have done with all the panels. Then I get to move into the next stage, color sanding and polishing all of the panels, fun stuff "Not!"
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Beautiful Pat! :cheers: :cheers:
I smile every time I see you updated this build thread. Looking incredible!
Shines like a black diamond! :2thumbs:
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on April 15, 2018, 12:20:21 PM
Beautiful Pat! :cheers: :cheers:
Thank you sir!
Quote from: Q5XX29 on April 15, 2018, 03:40:16 PM
I smile every time I see you updated this build thread. Looking incredible!
Your comment made me smile, thank you!
Quote from: Lennard on April 15, 2018, 04:14:18 PM
Shines like a black diamond! :2thumbs:
And just like a diamond I have some cut and buffing to do ;-)
Thanks
Pat
;-)
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Beautiful! :2thumbs:
:cheers: The paint looks awesome! Amazing build all the way around.
Dang. That is perfect. Awesome job. Love seeing the pictures.
Amazing. It was worth spending all that time cleaning down the booth.
Quote from: Lennard on April 22, 2018, 05:30:15 PM
Beautiful! :2thumbs:
Quote from: BIGBLCK11 on April 22, 2018, 07:33:36 PM
:cheers: The paint looks awesome! Amazing build all the way around.
Quote from: CRW-FK5 on April 24, 2018, 06:09:10 AM
Dang. That is perfect. Awesome job. Love seeing the pictures.
Quote from: orange383 on April 25, 2018, 07:22:16 AM
Amazing. It was worth spending all that time cleaning down the booth.
Thank you guys!
Pat
That is nice!!! :2thumbs:
:drool5:
Clear is all blocked with 800 grit and I hope to spray the last 2 coats of clear this weekend. Last of the painting ;-) on to the color sanding and polishing :-(
Thanks
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AWESOME JOB Pat! :2thumbs:
A couple of questions:
It looks like with all the over spray on the floor, you would have trouble getting junk in your paint.
It seems like the more you paint the worse it would get. I'm sure your not, I am just wondering if you wet the floors or how you keep dust to a minimum?
The pic where you sanded the clear and left the body line made me think of my body line on my quarters. My body line appears to drop in the rear, when I sight along it front to back. I would think that it should be laser straight and perfectly horizontal.
How are yours?
I cant wait to get my car to this point!
YES I have paint envy!
Don
Quote from: mopar4don on May 08, 2018, 08:03:34 AM
AWESOME JOB Pat! :2thumbs:
A couple of questions:
It looks like with all the over spray on the floor, you would have trouble getting junk in your paint.
It seems like the more you paint the worse it would get. I'm sure your not, I am just wondering if you wet the floors or how you keep dust to a minimum?
The pic where you sanded the clear and left the body line made me think of my body line on my quarters. My body line appears to drop in the rear, when I sight along it front to back. I would think that it should be laser straight and perfectly horizontal.
How are yours?
I cant wait to get my car to this point!
YES I have paint envy!
Don
Don,
The clearcoat actually locks it all down on the floor and in between every big spray I actually wipe the floor down with lacquer thinner. In such a closed in environment I think the water may actually affect the paint. In a more open environment wetting the floor is a great idea, wait that did not sound right ;-)
As for the body line I'll try to take you a picture giving you a better idea but it does have a similar shape to the top of the quarter panel
Thank you
Pat
All the paint and clear is applied now time for the color sanding and polishing (yea;-)
Thanks
Pat
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It's so shiny, it looks wet. :thumbs:
:drool5: :dance: :2thumbs: awesome :popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn:
This is going to be wicked! Love it.
You know, I'm almost sad to see you finish this car. It's rare to see such a high quality build like yours and Steve's. You guys have spoiled us!
As always, fantastic work Pat. :2thumbs:
Quote from: Lennard on May 14, 2018, 10:53:41 PM
It's so shiny, it looks wet. :thumbs:
It was wet at the time :-)
Thanks
Quote from: tan top on May 15, 2018, 01:02:43 AM
:drool5: :dance: :2thumbs: awesome :popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn:
Thanks
Quote from: Fitz73Chrgr on May 15, 2018, 02:53:02 AM
This is going to be wicked! Love it.
1 day I hope!
Thanks
Quote from: Dino on May 15, 2018, 07:54:39 AM
You know, I'm almost sad to see you finish this car. It's rare to see such a high quality build like yours and Steve's. You guys have spoiled us!
As always, fantastic work Pat. :2thumbs:
I'm not done yet ;-)
Thank you!!!
Pat
Trunk. Check!
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Wow. Great mirror you have there! :2thumbs:
This is just incredible. What an amazing shine! :drool5:
Pat, what is the G3? Looking great!
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on May 25, 2018, 08:01:40 PM
Pat, what is the G3? Looking great!
Mike,
Farecla G3 is hard to find but an awesome first cut compound used with a wool bonnet. What makes it so great is after you have compounded a panel you can spray the bonnet with some water and it read liquefies the compound but at a much finer version and when you do it multiple times you see the shine come out just using that product alone.
Thanks guys
Pat
Your work just keeps looking better & better! :cheers:
Quote from: keepat on May 25, 2018, 09:04:08 PM
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on May 25, 2018, 08:01:40 PM
Pat, what is the G3? Looking great!
Mike,
Farecla G3 is hard to find but an awesome first cut compound used with a wool bonnet. What makes it so great is after you have compounded a panel you can spray the bonnet with some water and it read liquefies the compound but at a much finer version and when you do it multiple times you see the shine come out just using that product alone.
Thanks guys
Pat
That's what I use.....brilliant stuff to remove scratches too. Most car parts places stock it here......plus we use it at my work.....which is...erm....handy! :icon_smile_big:
Quote from: keepat on May 25, 2018, 09:04:08 PM
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on May 25, 2018, 08:01:40 PM
Pat, what is the G3? Looking great!
Mike,
Farecla G3 is hard to find but an awesome first cut compound used with a wool bonnet. What makes it so great is after you have compounded a panel you can spray the bonnet with some water and it read liquefies the compound but at a much finer version and when you do it multiple times you see the shine come out just using that product alone.
Thanks guys
Pat
Thanks for the detail Pat!
Here's the web site:
https://www.farecla.com/product_groups/g3/
Of course there's more than one and the packaging doesn't look the same...
Lots of YouTube videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2A56acHlFQ8
And you can get it on eBay:
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=farecla+g3&ul_noapp=true
When I get to that point in 15 years I hope I can get some! :D It looks great!
Troy
Quote from: BDF on May 25, 2018, 09:30:47 PM
Your work just keeps looking better & better! :cheers:
Thank you, I'm starting to get the hang of this restoration stuff ;-)
Quote from: Troy on May 26, 2018, 01:34:33 PM
Here's the web site:
https://www.farecla.com/product_groups/g3/
Of course there's more than one and the packaging doesn't look the same...
Lots of YouTube videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2A56acHlFQ8
And you can get it on eBay:
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=farecla+g3&ul_noapp=true
When I get to that point in 15 years I hope I can get some! :D It looks great!
Troy
Troy,
Here is a link to the one I have used
Thanks
Pat
https://m.ebay.com/itm/Farecla-G3-Advanced-Liquid-Compound-1009-1-Liter/263662488076?epid=1926455564&hash=item3d63824a0c:g:4WMAAOxydlFSwj4x
Quote from: Troy on May 26, 2018, 01:34:33 PM
Here's the web site:
https://www.farecla.com/product_groups/g3/
Of course there's more than one and the packaging doesn't look the same...
Lots of YouTube videos:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2A56acHlFQ8
And you can get it on eBay:
https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_nkw=farecla+g3&ul_noapp=true
When I get to that point in 15 years I hope I can get some! :D It looks great!
Troy
Thanks Troy! Keep the faith it will be sooner than later!
:coolgleamA: :2thumbs: :popcrn:
Looking marvellous as always. You sure you want to drive it afterwards and not just put it in a big matchbox carton to keep it pretty? :icon_smile_big:
Pat. If you have time could you give us a quick run down of which mops you use and in which order?
I bought a machine polisher that came with a wool mop, flat mop made of a dense sponge and another sponge mop that has raised bumps all over cutting side of it. Hope that makes sense.
There were no instructions so I used the flat ones to cut out my 2000 grit sanding marks. I finished off with the wool mop. The paint polished up nice but I don't if I did it right as no instructions came with the machine.
Cheers,
Matt.
Quote from: Fonzy on May 29, 2018, 01:13:50 PM
Looking marvellous as always. You sure you want to drive it afterwards and not just put it in a big matchbox carton to keep it pretty? :icon_smile_big:
That would be really cool, but I do plan on driving this car. Right now I'm shooting for 2019 power tour.
Thank you!
Quote from: orange383 on May 30, 2018, 07:29:35 AM
Pat. If you have time could you give us a quick run down of which mops you use and in which order?
I bought a machine polisher that came with a wool mop, flat mop made of a dense sponge and another sponge mop that has raised bumps all over cutting side of it. Hope that makes sense.
There were no instructions so I used the flat ones to cut out my 2000 grit sanding marks. I finished off with the wool mop. The paint polished up nice but I don't if I did it right as no instructions came with the machine.
Cheers,
Matt.
Matt,
The 3M products are color match to the pad along with the number so it's very easy to keep track of which pad works with each compound or polish however the G3 product works with a wool bonnet. I'm no expert but I think you'll speed the process up if you sand to at least 2500 grit.
Good luck and thank you!
Pat
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Thank you Pat.
Body is all sanded to 2500 grit, 3000 and polishing this weekend :-)
Thanks
Pat
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1st cut, 3 more steps to go.
Thanks
Pat
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Stunning Pat. :drool5:
Get it too pretty, and you'll be afraid to drive it
:o Awesome Job, one of my favorite posts in this forum.
Quote from: orange383 on June 02, 2018, 04:32:09 PM
Stunning Pat. :drool5:
Thank you!
Quote from: JB400 on June 02, 2018, 05:12:02 PM
Get it too pretty, and you'll be afraid to drive it
Never too pretty to drive ;-)
Quote from: WhiteOnGreen on June 06, 2018, 07:15:54 AM
:o Awesome Job, one of my favorite posts in this forum.
Thanks for following!
Pat
It might be pregnant...... it's glowing!
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on June 06, 2018, 05:50:33 PM
It might be pregnant...... it's glowing!
I hope you're right, it would be great to get a 2018 charger baby that looks like a 1968 ;-)
Thanks
Pat
awasome work :popcrn:
Still color sanding and polishing, mid size car my a$$ ;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Love the engine bay, shame even putting a motor in it as it is so preety. The detail & clean looks are appreciated. The boxed radiator support tops it off.
I wonder what the final front/rear weight distribution and total weight will be? You lightened the cars components, then added a lot of structural stuff. Might be a wash weight wise with a lower CG and less polar moment of inertia. Light weight seats will help, along with Lithium Battery. Engine/drive train & exhaust should be lighter that the old cast Iron stuff.
I'm a big fan of Stainless Works. Maybe you can get an exhaust system at low to no cost if you showcase their products?
Are you planning two or 3 sets of tires/wheels?
I can't say enough good things about PS2's for DOT approved road course tires and Conti Extreme Contacts for street tires. I'm not sure about best Drag radial.
What will you be doing for stoppers?
We could be Chrysler300.com or Desoto.com and wish we got a b bory instead
Quote from: mike69440 on June 25, 2018, 08:09:58 AM
Love the engine bay, shame even putting a motor in it as it is so preety. The detail & clean looks are appreciated. The boxed radiator support tops it off.
I wonder what the final front/rear weight distribution and total weight will be? You lightened the cars components, then added a lot of structural stuff. Might be a wash weight wise with a lower CG and less polar moment of inertia. Light weight seats will help, along with Lithium Battery. Engine/drive train & exhaust should be lighter that the old cast Iron stuff.
I'm a big fan of Stainless Works. Maybe you can get an exhaust system at low to no cost if you showcase their products?
Are you planning two or 3 sets of tires/wheels?
I can't say enough good things about PS2's for DOT approved road course tires and Conti Extreme Contacts for street tires. I'm not sure about best Drag radial.
What will you be doing for stoppers?
I think this car will end up coming in lighter and the CG further aft then a stock 440 charger with air-conditioning. Friend of mine has scales for weighing vehicles that are ultra thin and I plan on taking them to Carlisle next year and finding a stock 440 AC car to compare the weight. As for the wheels and tires just one set already have them and the brakes will be Willwood.
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: JB400 on June 25, 2018, 09:34:05 AM
We could be Chrysler300.com or Desoto.com and wish we got a b bory instead
??
My comment was based off your comment on how big our cars are. We could be restoring full size Mopars instead of mid size.
Great work Pat. You must be running out of steam by now with all that sanding and polishing!
Quote from: keepat on June 25, 2018, 02:49:27 PMAs for the wheels and tires just one set already have them and the brakes will be Willwood.
Thanks
Pat
If you ever tire of those wheels, I will glady give you a Hundy a piece for them..
Quote from: Derwud on June 26, 2018, 10:34:17 AM
Quote from: keepat on June 25, 2018, 02:49:27 PMAs for the wheels and tires just one set already have them and the brakes will be Willwood.
Thanks
Pat
If you ever tire of those wheels, I will glady give you a Hundy a piece for them..
For a hundy, you might get the air inside of them. :lol:
Hey Pat, Brian said he would fly up for a weekend and get it wet sanded and polished for you. :2thumbs:
Quote from: Lennard on June 26, 2018, 11:08:49 AM
Quote from: Derwud on June 26, 2018, 10:34:17 AM
Quote from: keepat on June 25, 2018, 02:49:27 PMAs for the wheels and tires just one set already have them and the brakes will be Willwood.
Thanks
Pat
If you ever tire of those wheels, I will glady give you a Hundy a piece for them..
For a hundy, you might get the air inside of them. :lol:
Hey, I gotta try.. Those are some BAD ASS wheels..
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on June 26, 2018, 11:14:45 AM
Hey Pat, Brian said he would fly up for a weekend and get it wet sanded and polished for you. :2thumbs:
I told you that in confidence..... lol
Quote from: Lennard on June 26, 2018, 11:08:49 AM
Quote from: Derwud on June 26, 2018, 10:34:17 AM
Quote from: keepat on June 25, 2018, 02:49:27 PMAs for the wheels and tires just one set already have them and the brakes will be Willwood.
Thanks
Pat
If you ever tire of those wheels, I will glady give you a Hundy a piece for them..
For a hundy, you might get the air inside of them. :lol:
:cheers: I was thinking the same thing, or maybe the valve stem caps :rofl:
Quote from: JB400 on June 25, 2018, 11:22:02 PM
My comment was based off your comment on how big our cars are. We could be restoring full size Mopars instead of mid size.
This car will get me ready for that 59 Cadillac I like to build one day ;-)
Thanks
Quote from: orange383 on June 26, 2018, 07:18:08 AM
Great work Pat. You must be running out of steam by now with all that sanding and polishing!
What keeps me going is knowing all the fun stuff is about to start!
Thanks
Quote from: Derwud on June 26, 2018, 11:19:08 AM
Quote from: Lennard on June 26, 2018, 11:08:49 AM
Quote from: Derwud on June 26, 2018, 10:34:17 AM
Quote from: keepat on June 25, 2018, 02:49:27 PMAs for the wheels and tires just one set already have them and the brakes will be Willwood.
Thanks
Pat
If you ever tire of those wheels, I will glady give you a Hundy a piece for them..
For a hundy, you might get the air inside of them. :lol:
Hey, I gotta try.. Those are some BAD ASS wheels..
Not for sale, but if you need some custom wheel air let me know ;-)
Thanks
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on June 26, 2018, 11:36:01 AM
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on June 26, 2018, 11:14:45 AM
Hey Pat, Brian said he would fly up for a weekend and get it wet sanded and polished for you. :2thumbs:
I told you that in confidence..... lol
I have a bunch of Southwest miles so I have the airfare, beer, and all the steamed crabs you can eat between color sanding and polishing;-)
Thanks
Pat
Boy your build is coming along nicely :popcrn: :2thumbs:
Big engine bay to polish ;-)
Thanks
Pat
http://youtu.be/dkg8AXZWpSg
Quote from: keepat on July 03, 2018, 05:19:09 PM
Big engine bay to polish ;-)
Thanks
Pat
http://youtu.be/dkg8AXZWpSg
That is some impressive work. Not easy at all. How in the world do you avoid breaking through the clear with so many peaks, ribs, etc... in the metal? It must take a lot of patience. Great job.
Quote from: CRW-FK5 on July 04, 2018, 08:56:33 AM
Quote from: keepat on July 03, 2018, 05:19:09 PM
Big engine bay to polish ;-)
Thanks
Pat
http://youtu.be/dkg8AXZWpSg
That is some impressive work. Not easy at all. How in the world do you avoid breaking through the clear with so many peaks, ribs, etc... in the metal? It must take a lot of patience. Great job.
Like most things that look cool, you have to be patient and take a lot of time! I still have a few touchups but overall I'm very happy with the way it's coming out
Thank you and happy 4th
Pat
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I picked up all the new tinted glass for the charger at Carlisle 2 weeks ago. So I put the vent windows together using Metros vent window gaskets. The gaskets fit great and required no modifications. I tested all of the new window glass against my original glass and for the most part the cut and shape seems to be very close, however the etched labeling for the vent windows was not only on the wrong side but it was also much larger than my originals. Ordered the tinted glass as that's what the original Bullitt charger had.
I had all of my original vent parts re-chrome by Paul's two years ago, and I polished stainless steel. I used a commercial grade black double stick tape to reattach the lower chrome trim to the vent glass. (This worked very well on my 1st Charger 10 years ago) There are 6 raised rivets that are part of the chrome vent Frame used to hold the steel track in place. And on the two chargers I have restored the factory only uses 3 of these which makes it very easy to reattach the chrome to the steel frame in the same manner that the factory did buy peening over the rivets to hold the frame. Be careful peening over the small rivets as the metal is soft and you can dent the other side easily which I found out on my 1st Charger 10 years ago. Then reinstalling the vent glass along with the stop pin and locking handle is relatively easy after cleaning out any excess chrome plating left behind in the small holes.
Thanks!
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Looks great! :2thumbs:
:2thumbs:
Everyone needs a break now and then.
Anything been happening in the last 3 Months?
Quote from: mike69440 on October 31, 2018, 06:38:50 PM
Everyone needs a break now and then.
Anything been happening in the last 3 Months?
I took a little break from the Charger to get a survivor hot rod running so I could take the wife of the original builder out for a ride. Hope to be back on the Charger soon. Below is a link to a FB page on the old hot rod / gasser
Thanks
Pat
https://www.facebook.com/1746777295365212/posts/2041179405924998/
Sweet! :cheers:
Very cool! I recall it from when you first showed pictures quite awhile ago. :2thumbs:
Just starting the restoration and polishing of all of the exterior stainless steel. Fun!
Thanks
Pat
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Wow, there's a difference!
Looking great Pat! Nice and shiny. :2thumbs:
The original Inland shifter had a mechanical reverse lockout which was disengaged with the T handle. The Tremec 6 speed also has an reverse lockout, but it is operated by a 12v solenoid. So I modified a door jam domelight switch to fit inside and added a top spring to hold tension on the T handle. This will either directly operate the negative side of the solenoid or a relay? I haven't quite decided how I will wire that in yet. I just need to add a slight dogleg bend to the shifter, weld on the 2x1x1/2" mount block and then send it out for Chrome;-)
Thanks
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Looks good.
While not at your level of quality, I also used an original 4 speed shifter for my 67 charger when I had a T-56 installed. Interior of the car looks original (is original) while the transmission, motor, etc. are modern
I'm using the American Autowire classic update series harness. Very nice harness as it uses all of the original connectors. None of the ends are installed so you can adjust the length of the wires as you see fit, along with having all of the additional wires needed for a modern car such as electric fan, electric fuel pump, door locks, power seats and power windows. It looks original with the same color code, but with one nice addition all of the wires are labeled every 4 inches. Instrument panel worked out great!
A few modifications along with a couple brackets I made to hold the new fuse box securely, with access from the glove box.
Need to paint the gray plastic face plate black to finish it off.
Thanks
Pat
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Doing the American Autowire on my 70 and LOVE it!!! Good Crimpers are key, but love it..
Very nice. Are you adding wiper delay? Any changes like converting to volt gauge or extra capacity alternator?
Quote from: Derwud on January 02, 2019, 10:16:16 AM
Doing the American Autowire on my 70 and LOVE it!!! Good Crimpers are key, but love it..
American Autowire makes a great harness, this is the 2nd car I have used their classic upgrade series. 1st car was my Son's 68 Bullitt mustang. I like how all the connectors are factory type crimps with the right tool!
Quote from: b5blue on January 02, 2019, 11:15:30 AM
Very nice. Are you adding wiper delay? Any changes like converting to volt gauge or extra capacity alternator?
I did convert the amp gauge to volts, but no wiper delay as I'm sure the only rain I'll get caught in is a monsoon ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on January 02, 2019, 01:52:23 PM
Quote from: Derwud on January 02, 2019, 10:16:16 AM
Doing the American Autowire on my 70 and LOVE it!!! Good Crimpers are key, but love it..
American Autowire makes a great harness, this is the 2nd car I have used their classic upgrade series. 1st car was my Son's 68 Bullitt mustang. I like how all the connectors are factory type crimps with the right tool!
I knew I should have ordered that for my Brothers 67 Mustang Fastback.. Ordered a stock replacement from some guy in New York..
clever , looks good :2thumbs: :cheers:
Pat, Awesome job as usual! :yesnod:
So the classic update series does the entire car?
Quote from: mopar4don on January 03, 2019, 12:17:21 PM
Pat, Awesome job as usual! :yesnod:
So the classic update series does the entire car?
Yes. it is very complete..
Quote from: Derwud on January 03, 2019, 12:36:10 PM
Quote from: mopar4don on January 03, 2019, 12:17:21 PM
Pat, Awesome job as usual! :yesnod:
So the classic update series does the entire car?
Yes. it is very complete..
What Derwin said, but you should buy their crimp tools.
Thanks!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on January 03, 2019, 05:24:45 PM
Quote from: Derwud on January 03, 2019, 12:36:10 PM
Quote from: mopar4don on January 03, 2019, 12:17:21 PM
Pat, Awesome job as usual! :yesnod:
So the classic update series does the entire car?
Yes. it is very complete..
What Derwin said, but you should buy their crimp tools.
Thanks!
Pat
Yes..... x2 to getting a good set of crimpers..
I had assumed the AAW box would hit the hinge and had thus planned to build a hinged, drop down bracket under the dash.
Might have to steal your setup instead...looks great!
Fantastic work as always Keepat.....how do you fancy popping across to England to help me with mine!!! LOL!
Always a pleasure checking your thread. Love the time and care you put into this project :2thumbs:
Quote from: TexasStroker on January 14, 2019, 03:19:31 AM
I had assumed the AAW box would hit the hinge and had thus planned to build a hinged, drop down bracket under the dash.
Might have to steal your setup instead...looks great!
The plastic glove box helps make it work much better than the factory cardboard glove box.
Thanks
Quote from: alfaitalia on January 14, 2019, 08:37:19 AM
Fantastic work as always Keepat.....how do you fancy popping across to England to help me with mine!!! LOL!
I'm sure if you're covering the first class airfare we could work something out ;-)
Thanks!
Quote from: Fonzy on January 15, 2019, 11:51:14 AM
Always a pleasure checking your thread. Love the time and care you put into this project :2thumbs:
Thank you!
Pat
Awesome as always Pat!!!!
I keep reading and enjoying this thread even if I don't send thanks regularly - you should know I deeply appreciate it and really like the combination of quality work with clever engineering and fabricating solutions.
Quote from: XH29N0G on January 20, 2019, 04:01:31 AM
I keep reading and enjoying this thread even if I don't send thanks regularly - you should know I deeply appreciate it and really like the combination of quality work with clever engineering and fabricating solutions.
What he said! :icon_smile_big:
Quote from: Dino on January 20, 2019, 05:26:19 AM
Quote from: XH29N0G on January 20, 2019, 04:01:31 AM
I keep reading and enjoying this thread even if I don't send thanks regularly - you should know I deeply appreciate it and really like the combination of quality work with clever engineering and fabricating solutions.
What he said! :icon_smile_big:
Thank you gentlemen, I appreciate all the kind words and putting up with this very long thread ;-)
Pat
Started the restoration on the grill which is in very good condition but as with most Charger grills there are a few cracks that need to be repaired. After cleaning up and painting most of the hardware I started by fixing some of the cracks and broken parts using steel wire to get a mechanical fastener prior to using epoxy with chopped fibers.
Thanks
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When you are gone, donate that car to the Smithsonian.
Err, maybe not, who trusts the government? keep it the family.
Melting staples into the plastic using a soldering iron to hold the cracked parts of the plastic together prior to epoxy. After melting the staple flush with the outer surface I would bend over the staple on the inside and again melt and bend it flush.
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Nice, I used a lot of paperclips and rivet mandrels doing my Ramcharger hood rebuild.
Quote from: keepat on January 20, 2019, 08:49:32 PM
Started the restoration on the grill which is in very good condition but as with most Charger grills there are a few cracks that need to be repaired. After cleaning up and painting most of the hardware I started by fixing some of the cracks and broken parts using steel wire to get a mechanical fastener prior to using epoxy with chopped fibers.
Thanks
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OK Pat, how did you restore the grill hardware?
Don,
Started by sandblasting all of the hardware, most of which was in great shape. However there were a few of the stamped steel nuts that were too pitted to be saved, but I had some left over from my first charger project.
Then I painted them to match what I perceive to be the original colors.
Worth noting that there are 3 different style T bolts that hold the anodized grill trim in place on a 68 charger. The slightly longer ones are used for the two long centerpieces with the 1-1/2" spring washers. And then there are four with a slightly larger rectangular plate that are used at the top and bottom of the outside C molding.
Thanks
Pat
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You really have to pay attention when taking these things apart..
Thanks Pat :2thumbs:
Back in the day i had my stuff yellow zinc chromated the put a light coat of clear.
I am really glad I live vicariously now through this forum. Chargers consume your life.
Hi Pat,
My grill has some broken lugs that I repaired, but I need to drill the mounting holes back in. Could you get me the position of the hole in the lug? (And diameter of the hole)
I assume the lugs are the same on your 68 grill and my 69?
My center section has 3 lugs on top and 3 lugs on the bottom, I need the location of the hole on the top center lug
Drivers side and passengers side bucket has 1 lug on the top and 2 on the bottom. I need the location of the hole on the outer lug on the bottom
pic1 view looking at the bottom side of the center section (center lug broken)
pic2 view looking at the bottom side of the pass side bucket (outer lug broken)
pic3 view looking at the bottom side of the drivers side bucket (outer lug broken)
Thank you
Don
Don, l'm out of town but will get the info this weekend.
Thanks
Pat
How do you like your m12 solder tool
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on January 25, 2019, 07:46:37 PM
How do you like your m12 solder tool
Love it! I haven't found a Milwaukee tool I don't like ;-)
Very nice build Sir, thanks for sharing. :2thumbs:
Quote from: mopar4don on January 24, 2019, 04:32:01 PM
Hi Pat,
My grill has some broken lugs that I repaired, but I need to drill the mounting holes back in. Could you get me the position of the hole in the lug? (And diameter of the hole)
I assume the lugs are the same on your 68 grill and my 69?
My center section has 3 lugs on top and 3 lugs on the bottom, I need the location of the hole on the top center lug
Drivers side and passengers side bucket has 1 lug on the top and 2 on the bottom. I need the location of the hole on the outer lug on the bottom
pic1 view looking at the bottom side of the center section (center lug broken)
pic2 view looking at the bottom side of the pass side bucket (outer lug broken)
pic3 view looking at the bottom side of the drivers side bucket (outer lug broken)
Thank you
Don
Don,
The holes in the mounting lugs are 9/32" the center of the hole is 3/8" from the edge and centered in the lug
Let me know if you need a picture?
Thanks and have a great weekend!
Pat
Ps The paint job on your grill looks awesome!!
Thanks Pat for those dimensions, and a picture is not necessary.
Yes the grill turned out FANTASTIC! Thanks to my friend Raphael, he did an awesome job!
The grill repairs are done and it's all sanded to 600 grit, time for paint!
Thanks
Pat
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I finally received the backordered AAR radio so I could complete the dash. Radio is Bluetooth audio as well as hands-free phone, not sure how well it works but it looks and fits great!
Thanks
Pat
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Pat I'm trying to find your seat belt solution. How did you install the front belts again? I just received 3 point retractable belts for my car. Yesterday I mocked them up and I have them hidden inside the quarter panel. The belt slips out from the front of the quarter upper pad so most of the belt is out of sight. I'm not sure how you did yours but wanted to compare.
Quote from: Dino on February 10, 2019, 10:15:37 AM
Pat I'm trying to find your seat belt solution. How did you install the front belts again? I just received 3 point retractable belts for my car. Yesterday I mocked them up and I have them hidden inside the quarter panel. The belt slips out from the front of the quarter upper pad so most of the belt is out of sight. I'm not sure how you did yours but wanted to compare.
I have yet to install seatbelts and I will not be doing shoulder harnesses. I would like to see how you did your shoulder harness?
Thanks
Pat
This is a quick mock up. I've had the upper pad on and it works great! I am recovering the upper pads so that makes it easier to customize it a bit, but it'll work with stock pads and minimal adjustment. The retractor will be mounted to the top of the inner rocker. Space is a bit of a problem just getting there, but it'll work out fine. A protective sleeve will cover the webbing.
I will have to adjust the stainless steel trim that sits between the upper pad and lower panel, but that shouldn't take much.
This is with power windows so you should have even more room to play with for those with manual windows.
Rears. Still eed to cut the package tray and install some bezels.
I got the black wrinkle style buckles that look like the stock ones.
I can't wait to get my new seat covers and door panels!
Quote from: keepat on February 10, 2019, 10:39:57 AM
Quote from: Dino on February 10, 2019, 10:15:37 AM
Pat I'm trying to find your seat belt solution. How did you install the front belts again? I just received 3 point retractable belts for my car. Yesterday I mocked them up and I have them hidden inside the quarter panel. The belt slips out from the front of the quarter upper pad so most of the belt is out of sight. I'm not sure how you did yours but wanted to compare.
I have yet to install seatbelts and I will not be doing shoulder harnesses. I would like to see how you did your shoulder harness?
Thanks
Pat
Pat
Shoulder harness or 5 point belts. Please.
We don't want the Charger to be your casket!
The most important thing is to drive with a safety first attitude. At a certain amount of speed (> 50mph) it doesn't really matter what seatbelt solution one uses, the car's bottle neck is the chassis. A sub frame to stiffen up the body might be a better safety upgrade than an improved belt system.
@ Pat - the dash looks great, will be interesting to hear how the radio works for you. Was thinking of making the switch as well.
Hey Pat,
I know there is a million threads on Grille restorations. I'm getting ready to paint mine and I'm curious what paint and color you are going with . Most everyone is using aerosols and I have never had luck with any longevity using an aerosol that sees any sunlight. I'm curious with what you decide to go with......I'm on the fence.
Quote from: cincyboy on May 07, 2019, 08:44:02 AM
Hey Pat,
I know there is a million threads on Grille restorations. I'm getting ready to paint mine and I'm curious what paint and color you are going with . Most everyone is using aerosols and I have never had luck with any longevity using an aerosol that sees any sunlight. I'm curious with what you decide to go with......I'm on the fence.
Sorry for the delay in response. I have used aerosol to paint on many grills both for Mopar, Ford, and Pontiac cars I have restored over the years with great results as well as longevity. I use the database on this forum, and with the guidance of other members suggestions used SEM trim black #39143 as well as SEM titanium metallic #15253.
Both paints were very user-friendly and I think the color is spot on. Good luck with your project!
Pat
I'm installing the vinyl top over the 4th of July holiday. So I started by putting all of the vinyl top trim so I know where to locate the final cut. For the last 3 years this top has been laying over my Trans Am or viper. It's nice to have it laying on the charger now ;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Been waiting for an update on my favorite project that I follow! Looking good.
Keepat what is the hole on the trunk floor in the middle or is your car a California car with that epa crap on it? Most of the other's l've seen don't have that whats up. Otherwise really like how yours is coming along
Quote from: nchrome on June 30, 2019, 09:23:53 PM
Keepat what is the hole on the trunk floor in the middle or is your car a California car with that epa crap on it? Most of the other's l've seen don't have that whats up. Otherwise really like how yours is coming along
It is an access hole for the in-tank fuel pump and sending unit.
Thank You!
Pat
awesome stuff :2thumbs: :coolgleamA: :popcrn: :cheers:
Ask a silly question guess ya get an answer Thanks
With the vinyl seams even and clamped at the front I glue the center 6" back to front. Then folding over the drivers side I glue over to the seam and then the same on the right side. After spraying the glue on both the roof and vinyl I put some plastic down to let me flip the vinyl over without sticking. Then holding and pulling the vinyl up I remove the plastic and stick the the vinyl down. Now with it glue seam to seam next will be down the pillars.
Thanks
Pat
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Looking good!
what glue are you using?
thanks!
Always a pleasure watching from a far Pat!
What are you doing for front seats?
Quote from: Ryan on July 10, 2019, 08:49:13 PM
What are you doing for front seats?
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I hope those are the retro "Car Show" seats and you set the base of the seats to also accept a nice set of quick change out Recaro seats, or equal for daily driving.
Seats look great :2thumbs:
Had a setback on the vinyl top. There was a wrinkle on the driver side seam that I initially thought was from me over or under stretching the top when I glue that side down? But after investigating it a little closer it turned out the top was stitched crooked. I bought this top along with all of the interior components over 4 years ago from Legendary Auto Interior. I sent them pictures and a description of the problem and they quickly came back and said they would send me a new vinyl top. That's first class customer service in my book! I was taught a long time ago by the guy I work for, don't judge one by their mistakes but rather by their solutions!
Fortunately the top removed relatively easily and I was able to remove the contact cement by rubbing it with mineral spirits. I get to start over sometime next week when I receive the new top.
Thanks
Pat
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That sucks that you have to do it again, but at least they didn't blame you for installing it wrong... like some other companies do when their product is inferior.
Awesome work as always, love the attention to detail :2thumbs:
I may have missed it but why did you need to sand the paint just above the vinyl top trim?
Quote from: INTMD8 on July 20, 2019, 10:50:56 PM
Awesome work as always, love the attention to detail :2thumbs:
I may have missed it but why did you need to sand the paint just above the vinyl top trim?
I did not paint the roof with as much paint as the quarters received so there was a transition line that I wanted to blend that would have shown through the vinyl top.
Thank you
Quote from: Lennard on July 20, 2019, 10:02:59 AM
That sucks that you have to do it again, but at least they didn't blame you for installing it wrong... like some other companies do when their product is inferior.
True Dat Lennard. :2thumbs:
Pat, nice to see that Legendary stepped up. :cheers:
I know I have made the point that I really enjoy this thread and thank you for it, but I also haven't done so in a while and want to say it again. :cheers:
Quote from: XH29N0G on July 22, 2019, 04:28:55 AM
I know I have made the point that I really enjoy this thread and thank you for it, but I also haven't done so in a while and want to say it again. :cheers:
Thank you sir, I appreciate you following
Pat
New vinyl top with straight seams is gluing on nicely. Just need to glue down both A pillars and trimmer up.
Thanks
Pat
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Looks perfect, have any problems in the upper corners of the windshield? It takes some care but it can look perfect. Trim next?
Nice job. Looks great.
Quote from: green69rt on August 19, 2019, 08:16:11 AM
Looks perfect, have any problems in the upper corners of the windshield? It takes some care but it can look perfect. Trim next?
No problem work in the upper corners, just glue the bottom of both A pillars inboard about 1/4" that will give the upper inside corner room to fold in.
Thank you!
Quote from: CRW-FK5 on August 19, 2019, 10:11:15 AM
Nice job. Looks great.
Thanks!
Pat
Prepping for the headliner install this weekend
Pat
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You might want to black out your insulation, or your headliner will look like a starry sky.
I used Matt black vinyl to cover the silver insulation (recommended by others) then started to install the new headliner. This is the fourth car I install the headliner on, and it seems to be getting a little easier ;-)
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Great job Pat, looks flawless. :thumbs:
Quote from: Lennard on September 22, 2019, 01:44:57 PM
Great job Pat, looks flawless. :thumbs:
Thank you sir, I'm very happy with it!
Use glue anywhere? That was my biggest problem because the glue would squeeze thru the holes, in the fabric, and make a mess, sometimes. And that sail panel looks perfect!
That's a lot of cloths pins!! :lol:
Quote from: green69rt on September 22, 2019, 06:25:25 PM
Use glue anywhere? That was my biggest problem because the glue would squeeze thru the holes, in the fabric, and make a mess, sometimes. And that sail panel looks perfect!
That's a lot of cloths pins!! :lol:
I use glue across the top of the side window openings but only on the outside. Also cross the bottom of the sail panel just about a half an inch up from the package tray.
Thanks
Pat
Great job i hope they have changed their techniques on how they put their vinyl tops together normally the seams should be dielectric welded so no water seeps in between the join or is it stitched and then welded ?
Looks great!
Not sure how many on this forum would dabble much with late models, but a fairly recent trend has been running fiber optics thru a headliner to achieve a star field effect, lol. Sounds really cheesy, actually looks cool imo, but it has to work with the car.
Normally performed on a hard board headlining not on a bow type but i,m sure there is a way.They look best on a light color head lining as you don't see the wires when its switched off
Tail panel is now matte black and stated installing the fuel, brake, AC, and hydro-boost lines.
Thanks
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Beautiful and clean! :2thumbs:
Hi Pat, over in the UK (I have pm'd you but it doesn't show I have? ) I'm trying to see the pre painted sections of the 1st pic on your thread below to see how the rear qtr, small rear valance qtr and the rear valance all marry together. do you have those? tried going back in your thread but it just shows blurry P Bucket pics for me.
I've attached what we've got at the moment (rear qtr valance pieces not here yet) Do we bend a tab in the little piece of the rear full quarter?
Hope so
Thanks
Glenn
Quote from: keepat on November 14, 2019, 09:05:06 PM
Tail panel is now matte black and stated installing the fuel, brake, AC, and hydro-boost lines.
Thanks
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Install the brake and clutch master cylinder and pedal assembly today.
Thanks
Pat
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Pat that looks AMAZING, :o the amount of thought and detail you put into this is really paying off!
Quote from: mopar4don on November 19, 2019, 07:52:52 AM
Pat that looks AMAZING, :o the amount of thought and detail you put into this is really paying off!
That's what I've been telling my wife for 5 years ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
Installed the quarter extensions and the shaved & shortened rear bumper.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on November 20, 2019, 08:26:53 PM
Installed the quarter extensions and the shaved & shortened rear bumper.
Thanks
Pat
Did the quarter extensions fit or did you have to slice the quarters?
I would be interested in seeing how modified your bumper :yesnod:
Looking perfect. Great job on everything. Love seeing the progress pictures.
Quote from: mopar4don on November 21, 2019, 09:48:44 AM
Quote from: keepat on November 20, 2019, 08:26:53 PM
Installed the quarter extensions and the shaved & shortened rear bumper.
Thanks
Pat
Did the quarter extensions fit or did you have to slice the quarters?
I would be interested in seeing how modified your bumper :yesnod:
Don, Other then a few small panel repairs and trunk pan the car has all its original steel. The quarter extensions fit was good and with a little body work very good!
Below is a FB page on the bumper work.
Thank you!
Pat
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Quote from: CRW-FK5 on November 21, 2019, 12:28:09 PM
Looking perfect. Great job on everything. Love seeing the progress pictures.
Thank You!
Nice! Where did you source the line separators in the fender well? Will you be routing the electrical thru the fenderwells too?
Quote from: TexasStroker on November 21, 2019, 05:33:01 PM
Nice! Where did you source the line separators in the fender well? Will you be routing the electrical thru the fenderwells too?
They are made by a company called Stuff, see link below.
Yes all of the wires for the lights, fans, and horns will be run along with the hydroboost lines.
I removed the factory firewall plug-in harness and have a new route/hole just above the transmission for all of the engine wires.
Thanks
Pat
https://us.stauff.com/index.php?id=1117&L=11%27A%3D0
Starting to look like a 68 Charger!
Thanks
Pat
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absolutely stunning! :popcrn: :popcrn:
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Quote from: TexasStroker on November 21, 2019, 05:33:01 PM
Nice! Where did you source the line separators in the fender well? Will you be routing the electrical thru the fenderwells too?
They are made by a company called Stuff, see link below.
Yes all of the wires for the lights, fans, and horns will be run along with the hydroboost lines.
I removed the factory firewall plug-in harness and have a new route/hole just above the transmission for all of the engine wires.
Thanks
Pat
https://us.stauff.com/index.php?id=1117&L=11%27A%3D0
Cool, thanks for the link! Backend looks great!
Amazing!
Looking awesome!
Fuel tank along with supply and return fuel lines are install!
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I also installed the rear. Shooting to put the engine transmission & front suspension in the car over the weekend.
Thanks
Pat
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love seeing progress on this car. Keep it up.
good GOD man that thing is gorgeous!!!! maybe you can help me? I am almost done with my 69 charger and am down to the annoying small items that seem to take longer than the entire restoration. for the interior upper windshield trim there are these clips (picture hopefully attached) but I can't figure out how they go back in for the trim to screw to??? appreciate if anyone has a photo or something that shows how they sit and what they may clip into?
You should find six square holes in between some of the spikes that hold the headliner in position. Then you use a pair of small pliers after you shove it into the square hole pinching the center clips together holding it in position.
Good luck
Thanks
Pat
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Pat you are a life saver. I would never have guessed that positioning! I'll try and post some photos of where I'm at with my project. I went through this entire series of your restoration and am completely in awe of your skills and attention to detail. Makes me wish I had taken even more time in my 16 year project. I went vintage air also. Thank you again!
Only 1 spot for a temperature sender on this gen3 Hemi, and I need two, 1 for the fuel injection and 1 for the gauge. I had to remove a freeze plug and make a plate that I could drill for an additional temperature sender.
I also have all of the wiring set and ready to enter and pass through the firewall through a split grommet. This will allow all of the plug-in connectors to pass through a single 2 1/4" hole hidden just above the transmission.
Thanks
Pat
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This is the most badass thing I've ever seen man, nice job! Curious as to why you went Vintage Air instead of Classic? I'm torn between the two, I apologive if you've addressed this already. Thanks!
Matt
More great work......I particularly like the custom bespoke intake covers!
Quote from: runningman on December 07, 2019, 09:12:28 PM
This is the most badass thing I've ever seen man, nice job! Curious as to why you went Vintage Air instead of Classic? I'm torn between the two, I apologive if you've addressed this already. Thanks!
Matt
Matt,
No preference but I had installed a vintage air on my sons Bullitt mustang and was happy with the quality and installation.
Thank you
Pat
Quote from: alfaitalia on December 08, 2019, 08:01:46 AM
More great work......I particularly like the custom bespoke intake covers!
The cookies suck but the tin lids fit the throttle bodies perfect ;-)
Thank you
Pat
:scope: nice work !! looks awesome :yesnod: :cheers: :popcrn:
Quote from: crashirv on December 06, 2019, 03:42:51 PM
good GOD man that thing is gorgeous!!!! maybe you can help me? I am almost done with my 69 charger and am down to the annoying small items that seem to take longer than the entire restoration. for the interior upper windshield trim there are these clips (picture hopefully attached) but I can't figure out how they go back in for the trim to screw to??? appreciate if anyone has a photo or something that shows how they sit and what they may clip into?
Pat is right about the position, but the metal on the repro ones I got were so hard and brittle that the little tabs, he talks about squeezing on, just broke off instead of gripping. Where did you get yours Pat? I ended up drilling a little hole thru the clip and the sheet metal and putting a tiny sheet metal screw in. Never going to come out but you couldn't remove it without pulling the windshield.
Quote from: green69rt on December 08, 2019, 09:11:42 AM
Quote from: crashirv on December 06, 2019, 03:42:51 PM
good GOD man that thing is gorgeous!!!! maybe you can help me? I am almost done with my 69 charger and am down to the annoying small items that seem to take longer than the entire restoration. for the interior upper windshield trim there are these clips (picture hopefully attached) but I can't figure out how they go back in for the trim to screw to??? appreciate if anyone has a photo or something that shows how they sit and what they may clip into?
Pat is right about the position, but the metal on the repro ones I got were so hard and brittle that the little tabs, he talks about squeezing on, just broke off instead of gripping. Where did you get yours Pat? I ended up drilling a little hole thru the clip and the sheet metal and putting a tiny sheet metal screw in. Never going to come out but you couldn't remove it without pulling the windshield.
Mitch, I was able to reuse my original clips. Doesn't surprise me that the repro's don't work as good as the originals
Thanks
Pat
Great work, as always. Is that a TanksInc. or an Aeromotive fuel tank Pat?
Quote from: Lennard on December 08, 2019, 04:25:44 PM
Great work, as always. Is that a TanksInc. or an Aeromotive fuel tank Pat?
Fuel tank is from Tanks.
Thank you!
Pat
:2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on December 08, 2019, 08:15:41 AM
Quote from: runningman on December 07, 2019, 09:12:28 PM
This is the most badass thing I've ever seen man, nice job! Curious as to why you went Vintage Air instead of Classic? I'm torn between the two, I apologive if you've addressed this already. Thanks!
Matt
Matt,
No preference but I had installed a vintage air on my sons Bullitt mustang and was happy with the quality and installation.
Thank you
Pat
:cheers: Thanks Pat!
Engine is installed (I hope for the last time;-)
Thanks
Pat
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16 Spark Plugs.
So nice to see an engine not covered in plastic!
My heart is going pitty-patter.
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Just beautiful :coolgleamA:
I don't see any flaws in your work anywhere. Just amazing!
Damn Pat!!! Looks amazing! Can't wait to see it sitting back on the ground with the wheels on it. :2thumbs:
Pat
Those Valve covers would look nice Gold anodized. Will stand up better over time or even grey Hard Coat?
Quote from: mike69440 on December 11, 2019, 12:52:32 PM
Pat
Those Valve covers would look nice Gold anodized. Will stand up better over time or even grey Hard Coat?
Knowing Pats standards...that would have to be actual gold!
Quote from: kokxville on December 09, 2019, 05:09:24 PM
:drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
Just beautiful :coolgleamA:
Thank you!
Quote from: orange383 on December 10, 2019, 08:21:36 AM
I don't see any flaws in your work anywhere. Just amazing!
That's because I stay out of all the pictures ;-) I have my fair share flaws and mistakes but thanks for your kind words!
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on December 10, 2019, 07:37:28 PM
Damn Pat!!! Looks amazing! Can't wait to see it sitting back on the ground with the wheels on it. :2thumbs:
It's been a few years but I'm looking forward to seeing the wheels on it as well even if it doesn't have the front fenders yet! Maybe this weekend!
Thank you!
Quote from: alfaitalia on December 11, 2019, 05:43:35 PM
Quote from: mike69440 on December 11, 2019, 12:52:32 PM
Pat
Those Valve covers would look nice Gold anodized. Will stand up better over time or even grey Hard Coat?
Knowing Pats standards...that would have to be actual gold!
Gold would stand out! But then I would need to buy some 26 inch wheels for the car ;-)
Just kidding PCP
Thank you!
Pat
!8" Wheels are Just right. Actually you need 3 or 4 different sets of wheels for the car.
For Street Tires, I very strongly recommend Continental Extreme Contacts size 285/40-18 on a 10 X 18 wheel
PS2's for the Track Circuits.
Several good choices for a drag tire are out there.
PS I am very partial to 1969 tear. That being said, your build is way above this very fine build. Way above.
What you did from body structure enhancement to all those "little" things really sets your car apart.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsdhPC-DL54
The car in the video is 1/2 your car or less.
Quote from: mike69440 on December 11, 2019, 08:55:34 PM
!8" Wheels are Just right. Actually you need 3 or 4 different sets of wheels for the car.
For Street Tires, I very strongly recommend Continental Extreme Contacts size 285/40-18 on a 10 X 18 wheel
PS2's for the Track Circuits.
Several good choices for a drag tire are out there.
PS I am very partial to 1969 tear. That being said, your build is way above this very fine build. Way above.
What you did from body structure enhancement to all those "little" things really sets your car apart.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MsdhPC-DL54
The car in the video is 1/2 your car or less.
Very kind of you to say that! They built an amazing charger with a lot of the same parts that I used. Now that I'm coming up on my 6th year, I just wish I could've build my car in 3 years like they did.
Thank you!
Pat
Moving along with a few projects! All the fuel, AC, and Hydroboost lines hooked up! Trans cross member and shifter is installed.
Thanks
Pat
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Love your attention to detail. Excellent progress. :2thumbs:
you may have said and i missed it ? but did you tranny crossmember come with a kit or did you make it ?
Quote from: INTMD8 on December 22, 2019, 10:49:36 PM
Love your attention to detail. Excellent progress. :2thumbs:
+1 , just amazing!
Quote from: INTMD8 on December 22, 2019, 10:49:36 PM
Love your attention to detail. Excellent progress. :2thumbs:
Thank you! I may just get this thing done by summer time;-?
Quote from: moparstuart on December 24, 2019, 11:19:55 AM
you may have said and i missed it ? but did you tranny crossmember come with a kit or did you make it ?
When I bought the transmission set up, at the time there was not a crossmember available for the six speed, so I made one. I believe now there is a crossmember available form SST.
Thank you!
Pat
Emergency brake cables installed using a small stainless steel roller that I got from West Marine. It guide the E brake cable after it passes through the sub frame connector.
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Pat
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Quote from: keepat on December 25, 2019, 02:28:55 PM
Quote from: INTMD8 on December 22, 2019, 10:49:36 PM
Love your attention to detail. Excellent progress. :2thumbs:
Thank you! I may just get this thing done by summer time;-?
Quote from: moparstuart on December 24, 2019, 11:19:55 AM
you may have said and i missed it ? but did you tranny crossmember come with a kit or did you make it ?
When I bought the transmission set up, at the time there was not a crossmember available for the six speed, so I made one. I believe now there is a crossmember available form SST.
Thank you!
Pat
i got mine from hurst very early in the 6 speed conversions , it does the job but i have to cut on it and modify it . yours looks great
The Shifter Nob Is labeled with a 4 Speed Pattern.
Was that done on purpose to hide the resto-mod aspect?
FCPSA should commission a coach builder to do a run of your cars, with a big fat licensing check to you.
The brake cable is to your usual standard!
Quote from: mike69440 on December 27, 2019, 11:48:08 AM
The Shifter Nob Is labeled with a 4 Speed Pattern.
Was that done on purpose to hide the resto-mod aspect?
FCPSA should commission a coach builder to do a run of your cars, with a big fat licensing check to you.
The brake cable is to your usual standard!
I'm planning on engraving the 6 speed into the knob but I just haven't decided how I'm going to do it?? May just mill off the 4 speed and make an insert? I'm also sending the shifter and T handle to be rechromed.
Thank you!
Pat
Keepat with what you have done to your car is great but l have one little question. Are you going to drive this beauty or is she going to be just a trailer queen. She's your car its just mine will never be as nice but still l'm going to be proud to drive her where ever l want and really enjoy her.
Beautiful work!
And has no one really commented on the carb hats? It is quite clearly the best use of Royal Dansk cookie tins in history :2thumbs: :lol:
See post number 1444!
Quote from: nchrome on December 28, 2019, 10:17:13 PM
Keepat with what you have done to your car is great but l have one little question. Are you going to drive this beauty or is she going to be just a trailer queen. She's your car its just mine will never be as nice but still l'm going to be proud to drive her where ever l want and really enjoy her.
Yes I will drive it! The last two cars I built after about 100 test miles, we drove them on the HRPT putting on about 2500 miles each. Not sure I'll be done by June to make this year's HRPT, but for sure 2021!
Thanks
Quote from: TexasStroker on December 29, 2019, 02:13:20 AM
Beautiful work!
And has no one really commented on the carb hats? It is quite clearly the best use of Royal Dansk cookie tins in history :2thumbs: :lol:
;-) not a big fan of the cookies but I love the tins!
Thank you!
Pat
Quote from: alfaitalia on December 29, 2019, 09:17:55 AM
See post number 1444!
Ah, didn't go back that far. I had a coworker that would always give those. The tins make decent storage containers, lol. This is a bit more prominent usage.
Not a fun weekend installing the rear glass and trim. AMD glass was not a problem but fitting the trim took two or three times to get everything just right. Fortunately no chips or scratches just a lot less hair on my head ;-)
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Pat
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Looks great! Always a sigh of releif when the rear window trim is done....
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on December 30, 2019, 05:14:10 PM
Looks great! Always a sigh of releif when the rear window trim is done....
Yes! The other fun job is the rear side window regulators. Always good for colorful language ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on December 30, 2019, 08:01:46 PM
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on December 30, 2019, 05:14:10 PM
Looks great! Always a sigh of releif when the rear window trim is done....
Yes! The other fun job is the rear side window regulators. Always good for colorful language ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Yeah. Time consuming
Looking fantastic. I always look forward to seeing update pictures of this car. Keep up the awesome work, man.
Quote from: CRW-FK5 on December 31, 2019, 09:40:44 AM
Looking fantastic. I always look forward to seeing update pictures of this car. Keep up the awesome work, man.
Thanks for following along and not losing interest in this extremely slow build!
Thank you!
Pat
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Car is ready for fuel! Had to make a tool for the original theft proof fasteners.
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Pat
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Quite surprised you are leaving the fill tube natural steel....With the rest of the car being as it it I was expecting at least a polished stainless replica, or a custom carbon fibre version.....or platinum!! :lol:
Quote from: alfaitalia on January 05, 2020, 07:16:08 AM
Quite surprised you are leaving the fill tube natural steel....With the rest of the car being as it it I was expecting at least a polished stainless replica, or a custom carbon fibre version.....or platinum!! :lol:
I was tempted ;-) But I'm trying to keep the car as original looking as possible.
With exception of the engine bay, bottom of the car and the wheels, everywhere else will look original.
Thanks
Pat
Weld Mount is in acrylic adhesive mounting system with a wide variety of very cool fasteners. We use it on the boats when we cannot drill into a bulkhead, fuel tank, or hull sides to mount or fasten equipment and wires. I used it to mount a few fan relays and headlight door operator To keep the engine bay clean of fasteners. Very cool stuff, easy to use an extremely strong!
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Pat
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:o Wow! looking fantastic Pat, that Weld Mount system is a thing of beauty, I can see so many uses for that. :drool5:
Quote from: timmycharger on January 06, 2020, 07:19:22 PM
:o Wow! looking fantastic Pat, that Weld Mount system is a thing of beauty, I can see so many uses for that. :drool5:
We have used it for years on smaller boats where the console is thin fiberglass and you can't put a screw in it. Works great for hanging electronics components on thin fiberglass or aluminum fuel tanks. I have yet to see any of them fall off with many years of pounding seas.
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Pat
see :o your running hid headlights hi beam only ?
Quote from: ht4spd307 on January 13, 2020, 10:00:58 AM
see :o your running hid headlights hi beam only ?
No, Delta LED for both Hi and Low beam, they look original and let 55 year old eyes see at night ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Pat, which brand headers are you using?
Quote from: Lennard on January 17, 2020, 09:55:10 PM
Pat, which brand headers are you using?
TTI, and they fit perfect!
Quote from: keepat on December 08, 2019, 06:29:46 PM
Fuel tank is from Tanks.
Thank you!
Pat
I just assembled the same for my car but took issue with the fuel level instructions, let me know your thoughts.
They want you to base max level as sender mounting level but the tank itself has capacity above this.
To mean that meant, you could fill the tank and burn through quite a bit of fuel before it dropped before sender mounting point and registered as less than full at the gauge.
Being that the sender orientation put the float towards the passenger side of the car, I manipulated the float rod shape and float orientation until it would nearly reach the actual top of the tank, much higher than the sender at max height, (coinciding with max rotation at sender) and at bottom of tank was at max clockwise rotation of sender, or resting on the stop.
Maybe I'm wrong or overthinking it but that's what I arrived at.
Quote from: keepat on January 17, 2020, 10:46:29 PM
Quote from: Lennard on January 17, 2020, 09:55:10 PM
Pat, which brand headers are you using?
TTI, and they fit perfect!
Thanks for the info, I need to find a set for passenger side starter.
Quote from: INTMD8 on January 17, 2020, 10:58:04 PM
Quote from: keepat on December 08, 2019, 06:29:46 PM
Fuel tank is from Tanks.
Thank you!
Pat
I just assembled the same for my car but took issue with the fuel level instructions, let me know your thoughts.
They want you to base max level as sender mounting level but the tank itself has capacity above this.
To mean that meant, you could fill the tank and burn through quite a bit of fuel before it dropped before sender mounting point and registered as less than full at the gauge.
Being that the sender orientation put the float towards the passenger side of the car, I manipulated the float rod shape and float orientation until it would nearly reach the actual top of the tank, much higher than the sender at max height, (coinciding with max rotation at sender) and at bottom of tank was at max clockwise rotation of sender, or resting on the stop.
Maybe I'm wrong or overthinking it but that's what I arrived at.
Yes, I noted that same problem and I try to compensate slightly for it with the length of the float. For me it's not that important for the gauge to accurate at 3/4 or full. I just hope it's reasonably close at 1/2 and 1/4.
Thanks
Pat
With the battery being relocated to the trunk and needing a few direct to battery power connections I made a breaker/switchbox to be located in the trunk. The 12"x 9" box holds a remote battery disconnect and starter solenoid. It also has a series of breakers for the alternator line, dash power, subwoofer, fuel pump, fuel injection, and a few other low amperage items. I still have a few details to work out, then disassemble the box and paint it black along with labels for the breakers before I install it.
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Pat
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Ok, too many questions?! :rotz:
What is the other switch on the side for?
Why the cover over the Battery Disconnect?
Amazing thought you put into this stuff!
Quote from: mike69440 on January 20, 2020, 11:14:23 AM
Ok, too many questions?! :rotz:
What is the other switch on the side for?
Why the cover over the Battery Disconnect?
Amazing thought you put into this stuff!
Mike,
The breaker going through the side at the top right of the last picture is to protect the wire running back to the alternator.
The battery disconnect is remote operated from another switch that I have yet to install somewhere outside the car. The disconnect can also can be controlled manually by the yellow switch after removing the cover.
I'm drawing a schematic for the inside of the lid and can post a picture if anybody's interested?
Thanks
Pat
Pat.
If this can be a universal item, you should consider selling it.
I know some contract manufactures who would do this stuff.
You just need to do some nice instructions, documentation, and a YouTube video and I bet it would sell well.
Mike
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Mike,
The breaker going through the side at the top right of the last picture is to protect the wire running back to the alternator.
The battery disconnect is remote operated from another switch that I have yet to install somewhere outside the car. The disconnect can also can be controlled manually by the yellow switch after removing the cover.
I'm drawing a schematic for the inside of the lid and can post a picture if anybody's interested?
Thanks
Pat
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I am always interested! Please post
Hope you can read my chicken scratch ;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Why does this come to mind? :shruggy: :icon_smile_big:
Over the top craftsmanship as usual Pat!
Quote from: timmycharger on January 22, 2020, 11:18:55 AM
Why does this come to mind? :shruggy: :icon_smile_big:
Over the top craftsmanship as usual Pat!
Funny, I thought about writing "Flux Capacitor" on the schematic, wrong movie ;-)
Thanks
Pat
You are one very talented craftsman Pat and very generous with your knowledge which is very much appreciated by myself and no doubt many others.
:cheers:
Quote from: orange383 on January 23, 2020, 08:14:01 AM
You are one very talented craftsman Pat and very generous with your knowledge which is very much appreciated by myself and no doubt many others.
:cheers:
I'm not sure any of your words are accurate and I definitely fall short on many, but I do aspire to your comment!
Thank You for your very kind words!
Pat
I happened to scroll through your Photobucket. You are a true Gar guy!
Great to see you have your Young-uns involved. They will learn a lot about life from that.
Trunk box is awesome :cheers:
Is there a different/original application for it? Looks like an extrusion.
Quote from: INTMD8 on January 24, 2020, 08:29:54 PM
Trunk box is awesome :cheers:
Is there a different/original application for it? Looks like an extrusion.
Just a plastic junction box I found on Amazon
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: mike69440 on January 23, 2020, 11:03:50 AM
I happened to scroll through your Photobucket. You are a true Gar guy!
Great to see you have your Young-uns involved. They will learn a lot about life from that.
The bullitt mustang project with my younger son was a lot of fun and a car that he still owns today and will never sell! I hope one day to be able to do a car project with my oldest son but we have yet to work out the time or the details, he's is into jeeps.
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Pat
Trunk mounted battery and breaker box installed. I still have a lot of wiring to do but making progress.
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Are you including any type of impact detection safety switch for the fuel injection like factory cars have? I see many old cars getting injection now and wonder if that is considered? :scratchchin:
Pat,
I hope you will be covering the battery with a vented cover plus get an additional insulated cover over the + Battery Lead.
Quote from: b5blue on January 25, 2020, 03:50:53 PM
Are you including any type of impact detection safety switch for the fuel injection like factory cars have? I see many old cars getting injection now and wonder if that is considered? :scratchchin:
I had not planned on it but it sounds like a very good idea.
Thanks!
Quote from: mike69440 on January 25, 2020, 04:43:34 PM
Pat,
I hope you will be covering the battery with a vented cover plus get an additional insulated cover over the + Battery Lead.
No on the battery cover and yes there will be boots on all exposed positive terminals.
Thanks
Pat
Are you going to carry a spare tire ?
Quote from: 70 sublime on January 25, 2020, 06:41:55 PM
Are you going to carry a spare tire ?
No spare, just a DC compressor and plug kit.
Pat
It's a sealed battery.. what's a cover going to do? :shruggy:
Are the Optima batteries completely sealed or do they still have a tiny gas vent, maybe with a check valve?
Looks perfect! Love seeing wiring all nicely wrapped and routed properly. :2thumbs:
How do you get the steel lines bent so clean and precise? Can I buy a special tool that helps or just keep practicing lol. Thank you for taking the time to post all these pictures, I love checking in on this thread!
Made some progress with most of the wiring under the dash and installing the dash along with all the AC ductwork. And put some fuel in the tank so I wouldn't accidentally run the in tank fuel pump dry. Hope to have it running in 3 or 4 weeks.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: Finn on February 09, 2020, 01:20:24 AM
How do you get the steel lines bent so clean and precise? Can I buy a special tool that helps or just keep practicing lol. Thank you for taking the time to post all these pictures, I love checking in on this thread!
I use tubing benders by Parker. Similar to bending exhaust once you figure out where the bend should start and end along with the angle it should be on becomes pretty easy. I thought I did a little right up on bending the tubing?? I'll see if I can dig it up.
Thank you!
Pat
Even has the Bullitt keychain to go with it :coolgleamA: Nice work :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: JB400 on February 09, 2020, 08:37:34 PM
Even has the Bullitt keychain to go with it :coolgleamA: Nice work :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Good eye!
Present from my youngest son.
Thank you!
Pat
Looks great! There is a running joke with people quoting 3-4 weeks from other shops and often having to wait closer to 6 months...that said, I will err on your side in this case! Going to be strange having you posting pictures of the car out and about, driving, and at shows instead of the "in process" updates. Can't wait to see y'all getting to enjoy it!
Quote from: TexasStroker on February 11, 2020, 06:23:18 PM
Looks great! There is a running joke with people quoting 3-4 weeks from other shops and often having to wait closer to 6 months...that said, I will err on your side in this case! Going to be strange having you posting pictures of the car out and about, driving, and at shows instead of the "in process" updates. Can't wait to see y'all getting to enjoy it!
My track record on predictions is a lot like that running joke :-(
Thank you!
Pat
Finished up the tail light wiring, subwoofer & speakers, and started on the power window wiring.
Found a nice set of JL 5 x 7 speakers. They fit the factory speaker holes in the package tray without cutting.
With all four windows using a special switch that utilizes the original crank handle I decided to put the separate 4 window controller switch assembly under the dash so the car will look as though it has manual windows (like the movie car;-)
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Started installing rear wheel well trim rings, And mounted one rear wheel as it's been a few years since I've seen it on the car.
Thanks
Pat
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Looks great
Surprised you are going with Italian tyres on your American Classic muscle car....thought you may have gone for something more locally manufactured. I often run Pirellis on my Alfas.....but that's the obvious choice on a Italian car Good tyres either way and the wheels look great!!
Quote from: alfaitalia on March 10, 2020, 11:53:35 AM
Surprised you are going with Italian tyres on your American Classic muscle car....thought you may have gone for something more locally manufactured. I often run Pirellis on my Alfas.....but that's the obvious choice on a Italian car Good tyres either way and the wheels look great!!
You would probably not approve of the Michelins that I have on my Miura, then.. ;)
Pat- Incredible. Just incredible.
Quote from: chargerperson on March 08, 2020, 11:11:49 AM
Looks great
Thank you sir!
Quote from: alfaitalia on March 10, 2020, 11:53:35 AM
Surprised you are going with Italian tyres on your American Classic muscle car....thought you may have gone for something more locally manufactured. I often run Pirellis on my Alfas.....but that's the obvious choice on a Italian car Good tyres either way and the wheels look great!!
I'm half Italian ;-)
Quote from: Q5XX29 on March 10, 2020, 11:58:30 AM
Quote from: alfaitalia on March 10, 2020, 11:53:35 AM
Surprised you are going with Italian tyres on your American Classic muscle car....thought you may have gone for something more locally manufactured. I often run Pirellis on my Alfas.....but that's the obvious choice on a Italian car Good tyres either way and the wheels look great!!
You would probably not approve of the Michelins that I have on my Miura, then.. ;)
Pat- Incredible. Just incredible.
Thank you!
Pat
Just awesome :cheers: :drool5:
I hung the right side door over the weekend. Drilling all the hinges both in the door and on the car with an 1/8" drill bit, (when the car was in primer before disassembling) then used them as an alignment tool made the installation very easy. I also used an 8 pound weight wrapped in a towel inside the door to simulate the weight of the glass and vent.
Thanks
Pat
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Wow, just wow!
You would need to put the car on a co-ordinate measuring machine to find a any flaws.
That first little scratch is going to hurt!
Damn I love this build! Great work Pat. It's almost there!!!
Those back wheels really make me want to tub mine. I love the super wide look.
Quote from: mike69440 on March 16, 2020, 09:52:36 PM
Wow, just wow!
You would need to put the car on a co-ordinate measuring machine to find a any flaws.
That first little scratch is going to hurt!
Far from perfect, if it was I wouldn't have a reason to build the next car ;-)
Thank you!
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 17, 2020, 12:01:31 AM
Damn I love this build! Great work Pat. It's almost there!!!
Those back wheels really make me want to tub mine. I love the super wide look.
As the big parts get bolted back on it start to feel like it's almost there.
Thank you!
Pat
Great work as usual.
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 17, 2020, 12:01:31 AM
Damn I love this build! Great work Pat. It's almost there!!!
Those back wheels really make me want to tub mine. I love the super wide look.
Pat, I am amazed EVERY TIME you post an update :bow:, and like White and Red says, those wheels make me want them on my car!
Quote from: Back N Black on March 17, 2020, 02:16:06 PM
Great work as usual.
Thanks!!
Quote from: mopar4don on March 17, 2020, 02:23:35 PM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on March 17, 2020, 12:01:31 AM
Damn I love this build! Great work Pat. It's almost there!!!
Those back wheels really make me want to tub mine. I love the super wide look.
Pat, I am amazed EVERY TIME you post an update :bow:, and like White and Red says, those wheels make me want them on my car!
Compared to midsize GM cars of the same vintage, B body Mopar's are the easiest car to mini tub as the frame rails are already inboard 3" on each side. And it's a job one could do on a finished car. Time to get cutting ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
Gaps look perfect and the wheels look great! Nice job hiding the amp as well!
Quote from: TexasStroker on March 23, 2020, 02:17:20 AM
Gaps look perfect and the wheels look great! Nice job hiding the amp as well!
Than you sir! That is actually the subwoofer;-)
Pat
Installing some of the door hardware is a tedious process with new paint, but so far is going well! The new power window regulators are nice but I spend a lot of time laying out the electric crank switches. The power crank switches do not come with a Mopar adapter so I needed to cannibalize a crank handle shaft from an old rusted regulator and welded it to part of the new crank shaft. The crank switches work the power windows by moving the handle up or down about 15° to contact microswitches. A cool set up if you want power windows but the look of manual window cranks. All of my original window regulators are in excellent condition so I'll need to find some rusted regulators to salvage the small crankshaft for the other three windows. PM me if you have some broken, rusted or bad window regulator's
Thanks
Pat
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^ agree :cheers:
Something to check for is A: Backside of window crank knob is smooth with no sharp edges and B: Clearance away from finished Door card/panel and any trim. After overhauling my doors upon first crank of window my handle hacked the clear covering on my door card's silver trim. Out of 4 handles I picked the worst on the first completed assembly to find not all crank handles are the same. (At least yours only sweep 30 degrees.)
Thank you! and b5blue thanks for the note on the back side of the crank knob!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on March 25, 2020, 09:39:08 AM.....The power crank switches do not come with a Mopar adapter so I needed to cannibalize a crank handle shaft from an old rusted regulator and welded it to part of the new crank shaft.....All of my original window regulators are in excellent condition so I'll need to find some rusted regulators to salvage the small crankshaft for the other three windows. PM me if you have some broken, rusted or bad window regulator's
Nice work Pat. :2thumbs:
So you're saying that you need 3 more window crank shafts to attach or replace these shafts from your pic? (attached below). I'm pretty positive that I have some beater 1973 B Body regs laying around. I would be more than gladly to get these to you as these regs are sitting around doing nothing. At my swap shows they hardly even get looked at. I know that 1966-74 Mopar has the same shafts.
But I can't get to them for at least the next 2 days and I'm not sure if I have 3 of them.
:cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on March 26, 2020, 09:10:39 PM
Quote from: keepat on March 25, 2020, 09:39:08 AM.....The power crank switches do not come with a Mopar adapter so I needed to cannibalize a crank handle shaft from an old rusted regulator and welded it to part of the new crank shaft.....All of my original window regulators are in excellent condition so I'll need to find some rusted regulators to salvage the small crankshaft for the other three windows. PM me if you have some broken, rusted or bad window regulator's
Nice work Pat. :2thumbs:
So you're saying that you need 3 more window crank shafts to attach or replace these shafts from your pic? (attached below). I'm pretty positive that I have some beater 1973 B Body regs laying around. I would be more than gladly to get these to you as these regs are sitting around doing nothing. At my swap shows they hardly even get looked at. I know that 1966-74 Mopar has the same shafts.
But I can't get to them for at least the next 2 days and I'm not sure if I have 3 of them.
:cheers:
That would be awesome! The picture below is what it looks like removed from the regulator.
THANK YOU!
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on March 27, 2020, 06:23:46 AM
.....The picture below is what it looks like removed from the regulator.....
Okay, thanks.
Do you pry those out for removal??
:cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on March 27, 2020, 04:05:16 PM
Quote from: keepat on March 27, 2020, 06:23:46 AM
.....The picture below is what it looks like removed from the regulator.....
Okay, thanks.
Do you pry those out for removal??
:cheers:
3 pop rivets hold it in place, soft metal drills easy!
Thank you!
Wow, I've missed almost a year of updates!
It seems since this thread is pinned at the top, I never even noticed it, since early last year! But, on a plus side, I managed to binge read a year of progress.
Modern Bullitt build - Netflix Edition!
Installed the right side rear power window regulator, and like on the door I had to cut an opening to allow the crank handle switch.
Thanks
Pat
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This is a continuation of the first post, pictures are in order I installed the parts for the regulator. I missed taking a picture of sliding in the long track from the top that holds the two spring rollers.
Thanks
Pat
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Great work as always Pat.
Quote from: keepat on March 27, 2020, 06:15:13 PM.....3 pop rivets hold it in place, soft metal drills easy!
Thank you! .....
Pat, your inbox is full so I'm posting here.
Got the shafts removed (see pics).
Shipped and on your way.
:cheers:
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Quote from: VegasCharger on April 05, 2020, 09:13:17 PM
Quote from: keepat on March 27, 2020, 06:15:13 PM.....3 pop rivets hold it in place, soft metal drills easy!
Thank you! .....
Pat, your inbox is full so I'm posting here.
Got the shafts removed (see pics).
Shipped and on your way.
:cheers:
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Very cool! Thank you very much! I hope I can repay the favor!
Pat
Now with the rear wheels on I could finish up the rear brake cooling ducts. I had made the air intakes and modified the Torque boxes before painting the bottom of the car 2+ years ago. But I did not have the rear installed at that time so I could fit the wheels to make the disk brake plates until this weekend.
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That's WILD!! :o
Quick thank you to all the members of this very cool Charger community, and a big THANK YOU to Bryan (VegasCharger) received the parts today and they will work perfect!!
Pat
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Looking fantastic! Any plans for the front brake ducts?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on April 08, 2020, 07:02:42 PM
Looking fantastic! Any plans for the front brake ducts?
Yes sir, the front gets a heck of a lot hotter. I will use the opening in the front valance to hide the air intakes and will run 2.5" hose to a mount that I have to make at the rotor. I think I have most of the design worked, out allowing for hose movement with the wheel.
Thank you!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on April 08, 2020, 07:13:06 PM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on April 08, 2020, 07:02:42 PM
Looking fantastic! Any plans for the front brake ducts?
Yes sir, the front gets a heck of a lot hotter. I will use the opening in the front valance to hide the air intakes and will run 2.5" hose to a mount that I have to make at the rotor. I think I have most of the design worked, out allowing for hose movement with the wheel.
Thank you!
Pat
Nice! Can't wait to see what you come up with (so I can copy it :icon_smile_big: ). I bought some parts from Allstar Performance a while back and was going to install them in the corners of the valance opening but never got around to actually finishing them.
Wow! amazing work as always Pat. Just curious though, are you concerned about dust/debris getting pulled into the duct then on to the rotors?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on April 08, 2020, 11:11:23 PM
Quote from: keepat on April 08, 2020, 07:13:06 PM
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on April 08, 2020, 07:02:42 PM
Looking fantastic! Any plans for the front brake ducts?
Yes sir, the front gets a heck of a lot hotter. I will use the opening in the front valance to hide the air intakes and will run 2.5" hose to a mount that I have to make at the rotor. I think I have most of the design worked, out allowing for hose movement with the wheel.
Thank you!
Pat
Nice! Can't wait to see what you come up with (so I can copy it :icon_smile_big: ). I bought some parts from Allstar Performance a while back and was going to install them in the corners of the valance opening but never got around to actually finishing them.
I haven't found anything that I think would fit or work in the front valance, so I'll probably fabricate my own air intakes. Did the parts you found from Allstar look like they would work?
Thanks
Quote from: timmycharger on April 09, 2020, 06:20:31 AM
Wow! amazing work as always Pat. Just curious though, are you concerned about dust/debris getting pulled into the duct then on to the rotors?
I plan on installing some sort of wire mesh just inside the intake. I just haven't found anything I like yet.
Thank you!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on April 09, 2020, 09:00:10 AM
I haven't found anything that I think would fit or work in the front valance, so I'll probably fabricate my own air intakes. Did the parts you found from Allstar look like they would work?
Thanks
Not without a lot of trimming. I got a basic abs square duct and trimmed it, with a little more work I think it will fit. I was going to build a frame for it to bolt to the bumper bracket but just got sidetracked. I was going to run their flanges through the splash shield but never figured out a good way to mount to the spindles. I was going to try the universal ones but they never looked right.
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on April 09, 2020, 04:59:05 PM
Quote from: keepat on April 09, 2020, 09:00:10 AM
I haven't found anything that I think would fit or work in the front valance, so I'll probably fabricate my own air intakes. Did the parts you found from Allstar look like they would work?
Thanks
Not without a lot of trimming. I got a basic abs square duct and trimmed it, with a little more work I think it will fit. I was going to build a frame for it to bolt to the bumper bracket but just got sidetracked. I was going to run their flanges through the splash shield but never figured out a good way to mount to the spindles. I was going to try the universal ones but they never looked right.
Thanks, looks great! What size hose?
All of their kits are for 3" hose. I didn't see anything smaller when I was looking.
Those rear ducts came out nice!
Quote from: keepat on April 05, 2020, 09:37:24 PM.....Very cool! Thank you very much! I hope I can repay the favor.....
Yes you can, please LMK when you go on your debut tour to show off Bullitt. I will travel to see it (ie Carlisle, The Nats etc.). I want to meet you and Bullitt in person. And your son if he goes.
:cheers:
Quote from: keepat on April 08, 2020, 04:18:12 PM.....and a big THANK YOU to Bryan (VegasCharger) received the parts today and they will work perfect.....
You are welcome sir. :2thumbs:
Nice to see that those parts will contribute to your great Bullitt restoration!!
:cheers:
Pat;I read all of this thread,I'm not going to bore you with additional praise because ya have to
Know that your skills and car ROCK! :coolgleamA: Thanks for sharing. :2thumbs:
I fabricated the front caliper cooling vent this weekend. Had a hard time finding a piece of 2 inch OD aluminum tubing until I got into my son's golf bag and found his golf ball picker-upper tube. Cut off about 3" and put the cap back on. He will never know that holds two less balls;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: MoparMike68 on April 12, 2020, 09:40:13 PM
Pat;I read all of this thread,I'm not going to bore you with additional praise because ya have to
Know that your skills and car ROCK! :coolgleamA: Thanks for sharing. :2thumbs:
Mike, Thank you for checking out the build!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on April 13, 2020, 07:12:21 PM
Quote from: MoparMike68 on April 12, 2020, 09:40:13 PM
Pat;I read all of this thread,I'm not going to bore you with additional praise because ya have to
Know that your skills and car ROCK! :coolgleamA: Thanks for sharing. :2thumbs:
Mike, Thank you for checking out the build!
Pat
Pat, Thank you! Your work is outstanding clean and organized,ideas I'll be using for sure like when
Someone says,What's that square piece in your trunk? I'll say "That's a Keepat" it's an EFI access panel. :yesnod:
Can't wait to see more I'm addicted! :popcrn: :popcrn: :popcrn:
I received the 2nd version of my custom 3D printed fender tag from Dan at http://www.nextgendesignsnc.com/ . We made a few changes in the font size, letters in the alphabet and spacing. Hope to paint it black and install it on the inner fender soon. Dan is great to work with, and I'm very happy with the tag!
Thanks
Pat
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The fender tag is a great idea.
Quote from: orange383 on April 18, 2020, 02:21:37 PM
The fender tag is a great idea.
Thanks! I think it's cool too!
Pat
Rear brake coolers painted and installed. Still working on a few ideas for the air intake screen.
Thanks
Pat
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Um question
After you get this masterpiece done are you going to drive it hard enough that the brakes will get hot and could benefit from cooling ?
Car looks great :2thumbs:
Quote from: 70 sublime on April 26, 2020, 09:30:23 AM
Um question
After you get this masterpiece done are you going to drive it hard enough that the brakes will get hot and could benefit from cooling ?
Car looks great :2thumbs:
I plan to get on a few tracks when it's done. But you never know when you may find a Highland green Mustang in your rearview mirror;-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on April 26, 2020, 10:12:44 AM
Quote from: 70 sublime on April 26, 2020, 09:30:23 AM
Um question
After you get this masterpiece done are you going to drive it hard enough that the brakes will get hot and could benefit from cooling ?
Car looks great :2thumbs:
I plan to get on a few tracks when it's done. But you never know when you may find a Highland green Mustang in your rearview mirror;-)
Thanks
Pat
:lol: :lol: :lol: :2thumbs: :cheers:
I installed the steering column and the custom thicker grip steering wheel I made a few years ago. The thicker steering wheel is so much more comfortable then the thin original.
Thanks
Pat
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Looking real good Pat.
Awesome
This is one sweet car. I think your sound deadening material is a little thick.
I absolutely love that wheel :drool5:
You never ever cease to amaze me. I really love seeing the build and the ideas that have gone into it. :2thumbs:
Simply awesome Pat! :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: orange383 on May 19, 2020, 10:14:31 AM
Looking real good Pat.
Quote from: Fitz73Chrgr on May 19, 2020, 10:47:33 AM
Awesome
Thank you gentlemen!
Quote from: krops cars on May 19, 2020, 01:55:58 PM
This is one sweet car. I think your sound deadening material is a little thick.
Yeah, but it's real comfy ;-)
Thank you!
Quote from: mopar4don on May 19, 2020, 03:13:58 PM
I absolutely love that wheel :drool5:
Thank you Don. I'm very happy with it and look forward to seeing how it works on the road.
Quote from: XH29N0G on May 19, 2020, 04:06:23 PM
You never ever cease to amaze me. I really love seeing the build and the ideas that have gone into it. :2thumbs:
Thank you for the kind words, and following along on this very long build.
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on May 19, 2020, 06:03:30 PM
Simply awesome Pat! :2thumbs: :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Thank you!
Pat
Installed the right side vent and door glass this week end. Very happy with the aftermarket power window regulator.
Thanks
Pat
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Awesome Pat!
So what is the 2nd and 3rd pic?
Also are those original belt molding clips or did you find some re-popped ones?
Quote from: mopar4don on May 26, 2020, 07:32:55 AM
Awesome Pat!
So what is the 2nd and 3rd pic?
Also are those original belt molding clips or did you find some re-popped ones?
Hi Don,
The 2nd & 3rd pic is the felt that attaches to the front of the door glass. One original and one repro, to show how I found the top cut to fit.
As for trim clips, all are originals except for the aft bolt on clip. I repainted as I found and I got the bolt on clip from RT Specialty. The new bolt on clip need to be cut down as it is to wide.
Thank you!
Pat
Thanks Pat,
So when do you think you will be done? I know all the details take time. Just wondering what you are thinking?
Quote from: mopar4don on May 26, 2020, 09:02:45 AM
Thanks Pat,
So when do you think you will be done? I know all the details take time. Just wondering what you are thinking?
Shooting for this year;-)
SWEET, I bet you cant wait! :2thumbs:
I gave up estimating as I am always WAY off :icon_smile_big:
I Installed the passenger side rear window and trim. The AMD quarter glass was a heavy 1/16" taller on the rear 12 inches compared to the original. So I had to sand it down with a DA sander to get the best fit. All of the AMD glass has a rough finish on edge so I use the DA sander starting with 60 grit and working my way to 180 to polished edges that shows.
Thanks
Pat
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Beautiful work as always :cheers:
Absolutely stunning work :o
Another big part out of storage and bolted on the car. Little by little taking shape;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Every time I see pics of your car I am in total AWE! :bow:
Will you get it done in time for the NATS?
Quote from: mopar4don on June 24, 2020, 08:38:51 AM
Every time I see pics of your car I am in total AWE! :bow:
Will you get it done in time for the NATS?
I stopped putting a date on the completion after the 4th year ;-)
But as long as I don't have any setbacks I think it will be done this year. I won't make any of the big shows until next year.
Thanks
Pat
With all of the brakes bled, I mounted all 4 wheels for the first time in many years.
Thanks
Pat
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Absolutely gorgeous Pat! I've said it before, I'll say it again, true ART ! :yesnod:
The best BULLITT Charger on the planet. :cheers:
Quote from: birdsandbees on July 11, 2020, 05:58:45 PM
Absolutely gorgeous Pat! I've said it before, I'll say it again, true ART ! :yesnod:
Art was my best subject in School;-)
Thank you!
Quote from: 6T8440 on July 12, 2020, 08:00:50 AM
The best BULLITT Charger on the planet. :cheers:
I'm not sure about that, but it maybe the best Bullitt Charger in Edgewater MD ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
:drool5: :drool5: Very, very impressive work Pat, AKA Mr. Perfection
Loving it !!! :yesnod: :yesnod: :yesnod:
I admire this perfectionism
I just hope you get 10 hours of driving this car for every hour you put into it after it is allllll done :2thumbs:
Quote from: WhiteOnGreen on July 13, 2020, 08:47:26 AM
:drool5: :drool5: Very, very impressive work Pat, AKA Mr. Perfection
AKA Pain in the a$$ ;-)
Thank you!
Quote from: INTMD8 on July 14, 2020, 09:50:49 PM
Loving it !!! :yesnod: :yesnod: :yesnod:
Thanks!
Quote from: Rubberduck on July 15, 2020, 07:55:11 AM
I admire this perfectionism
It's a disease that I inherited from my dad but I have stag 4 ;-) or :-(
Thank you!
Quote from: 70 sublime on July 15, 2020, 08:41:03 AM
I just hope you get 10 hours of driving this car for every hour you put into it after it is allllll done :2thumbs:
I think I averaged about 9 hours a week X 52 weeks = 468 hours a year X 6 years = 2808 hours X 10 = 28080 driving hours X 45 average MPH = 1,263,600 miles (WOW!;-)
Thank you!
Pat
Be honest....! have you managed to fit all the components and trim to the car without chipping/marking/scratching your beautiful black point? This part always scares the crap out of me.....and Im nowhere near as much of a perfectionist as you!!.
Quote from: alfaitalia on July 16, 2020, 10:36:36 AM
Be honest....! have you managed to fit all the components and trim to the car without chipping/marking/scratching your beautiful black point? This part always scares the crap out of me.....and Im nowhere near as much of a perfectionist as you!!.
So far I've been very fortunate not to scratch or chip the paint, but I have yet to install the fenders, hood and a few other pieces so I still have opportunities to screw up ;-)
Thanks
Pat
Move the car from the hot Rod shop to my home to make room for my Brothers 65 Pontiac. The AC works much better in my home garage, and the four post lift will make it very easy to install the exhaust. I think it's been about 35 years since I've last towed a car with a strap. This was only about 200 yards from my house but when I was a teenager I think my record was about 15 miles ;-)
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Wicked :coolgleamA:
I hope you got to drive the car and not the truck :2thumbs:
Quote from: 70 sublime on July 26, 2020, 09:34:34 PM
I hope you got to drive the car and not the truck :2thumbs:
Yep! There's always one milk crate test drive in every build;-)
Thanks
Pat
Great pictures of an AWESOME looking Charger. I really enjoy seeing your progress.
I received a note from a member on the Pro Touring forum. He said he has been following my charger build thread and that it was his favorite thing on the Internet, well almost! He says it hurts his feelings every time he opens an update on the Charger and sees the tires I'm using on the car.
It turns out he works for Michelin North America. He said they would like to give me a set of their tires because I'm building exactly the level of vehicle and build that they want to be associated with.
Needless to say I said YES! So cool that a large corporation like Michelin would think that my home built project car is worthy of their attention.
The rear wheel (335/35-17 Michelin Pilot Sports) showed up today and I should see the front wheels (275/40-17) soon.
This is very cool, I am very honored, and I will pay it forward!!
Thank you Michelin!!
Pat
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Outstanding Pat ~ Told you it was the best Bullitt Charger on the planet and it appears I am not alone in this viewpoint. :cheers:
That's cool
Now if someone at dodge would feel the same way and send you a Hellephant!!!!
Very cool Pat! :2thumbs:
It turns out he works for Michelin North America. He said they would like to give me a set of their tires because I'm building exactly the level of vehicle and build that they want to be associated with.
:wave: Yoo hoo! Pirelli... If you would like to counter send me a DM :callme: :lol:
Quote from: 6T8440 on August 03, 2020, 07:41:44 PM
Outstanding Pat ~ Told you it was the best Bullitt Charger on the planet and it appears I am not alone in this viewpoint. :cheers:
I stand corrected ;-)
Thank you!
Quote from: JB400 on August 03, 2020, 08:20:55 PM
That's cool
Quote from: Lennard on August 03, 2020, 10:42:56 PM
Very cool Pat! :2thumbs:
Thanks guys!
Quote from: v21hemicharger on August 03, 2020, 09:50:37 PM
Now if someone at dodge would feel the same way and send you a Hellephant!!!!
Now that would be very cool! Maybe for the next project, my wife's woody wagon;-)
Quote from: MoparMike68 on August 04, 2020, 06:25:48 AM
It turns out he works for Michelin North America. He said they would like to give me a set of their tires because I'm building exactly the level of vehicle and build that they want to be associated with.
:wave: Yoo hoo! Pirelli... If you would like to counter send me a DM :callme: :lol:
Funny, but I'll stick with the Michelin's, they stepped up first.
Thanks
Pat
Very cool!
Troy
Quote from: 6T8440 on August 03, 2020, 07:41:44 PM
Outstanding Pat ~ Told you it was the best Bullitt Charger on the planet and it appears I am not alone in this viewpoint. :cheers:
Michelin did you right and the good will goes a long way.
That is about the coolest thing I've heard this month! Congrats on the recognition. Yes indeed, there are many of us watching your incredible build with great interest and admiration. And Michelin- nice move!
:cheers:
I finally got around to that time consuming and tedious job of painting the grill. As suggested by others I use SEM trim black #39143 and titanium metallic #15253. The Testors 1/16 fine line tape works perfect!
Thanks
Pat
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Excellent!
Troy
Oh I remember that nightmare on mine haha! great job, Pat! :cheers:
Quote from: timmycharger on September 28, 2020, 06:09:54 AM
Oh I remember that nightmare on mine haha! great job, Pat! :cheers:
Sorry to bring back those nightmares ;-)
Thank you!
Pat
With a little massaging the new replacement grill trim fits very nice. Was able to clean, Paint and reuse all of the original trim clips. Note there are two different size heads as well as two different length trim fasteners.
Thanks
Pat
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That looks amazing Pat, Nice job as usual. :2thumbs:
Great job! :yesnod:
Lots of small details but still making progress on the reassembly of the Charger. Mounted all of the LED lights in the grill frame along with the hood latch hardware.
Thanks
Pat
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Your attention to detail continues ~ :2thumbs: :2thumbs: THANK YOU
And who says they are only new once
That looks like new to me :2thumbs:
I am a little surprise that the headlight adjuster clips arent new.
Quote from: 6T8440 on October 22, 2020, 09:44:44 AM
Your attention to detail continues ~ :2thumbs: :2thumbs: THANK YOU
Quote from: 70 sublime on October 22, 2020, 11:34:15 AM
And who says they are only new once
That looks like new to me :2thumbs:
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on October 22, 2020, 09:38:00 PM
I am a little surprise that the headlight adjuster clips arent new.
I like that they are original and when I tried to remove them on pass cars they always break so I opted to leave them in place. I hope it doesn't not too many points of the judges score card;-)
Thank you gentlemen!
Pat
Bullitt tags for the Bullitt Charger :-)
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Pat,
I would really like to see your car in person one day ~ it is as perfect as perfect can be. I noticed McQ on the wall over looking your build ~ I am sure he would approve of the updates.
Simply Outstanding ~ Cheers :2thumbs:
What an absolute beauty.
Tell me more about your headlights. Did you need to modify the buckets to accept the deep headlight? Ballast required? Brand? Wiring? I was thinking of upgrading mine.
Quote from: DanielG on October 30, 2020, 07:25:06 PM
Tell me more about your headlights. Did you need to modify the buckets to accept the deep headlight? Ballast required? Brand? Wiring? I was thinking of upgrading mine.
The headlights made by Delta. Hi/lo beam PN 153094 and Hi beam PN 153093. They required cutting the hole in the headlight bucket about a 1/4" larger, and they are plugged in ready.
Pat
Looks so clean with the bumper bolts gone! :drool5:
Excellent work as always!
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on October 31, 2020, 05:32:18 PM
Looks so clean with the bumper bolts gone! :drool5:
Excellent work as always!
It's such a discrete change along with narrowing the bumpers that most people don't see.
Thanks!
Pat
And the super clean shape without chrome bolts.
I amaze your skill and this absolut perfect build, being honest I sometimes look for any defect but I can't find them :lol:
Quote from: 6T8440 on October 30, 2020, 05:42:44 PM
I noticed McQ on the wall over looking your build ~ I am sure he would approve of the updates.
No kidding, I imagine 'ol Steve would have definitely given an enthusiastic :2thumbs: to how this project is turning out. Way to go Pat, this car is definitely beyond the pale. :coolgleamA:
That bumper looks so good Pat. It's the details and the workmanship that make this car!
Quote from: WhiteOnGreen on November 01, 2020, 11:36:04 AM
And the super clean shape without chrome bolts.
I amaze your skill and this absolut perfect build, being honest I sometimes look for any defect but I can't find them :lol:
If you're looking for a defect, in some of the pictures you can see my reflection ;-)
Thank!
Quote from: Charger_Fan on November 02, 2020, 03:25:04 AM
Quote from: 6T8440 on October 30, 2020, 05:42:44 PM
I noticed McQ on the wall over looking your build ~ I am sure he would approve of the updates.
No kidding, I imagine 'ol Steve would have definitely given an enthusiastic :2thumbs: to how this project is turning out. Way to go Pat, this car is definitely beyond the pale. :coolgleamA:
Quote from: orange383 on November 04, 2020, 05:07:55 AM
That bumper looks so good Pat. It's the details and the workmanship that make this car!
Thank you gentlemen!
Pat
Headlights I used needed no cutting and you can use original connectors. Headlight assemble was glass. Don't get me wrong. This one still looks good.
To get the hood clearance for the 1968 hemi air cleaner I had to make a custom base and air filter. Started with a cardboard template before making it out of 1/8" aluminum plate.
I think the 1" velocity stacks worked well.
Thanks and happy holidays!
Pat
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Beautiful work as always Pat !! :2thumbs:
Pat thank you for sharing the incredible work you are doing I needed this thread to keep me inspired in my charger build. Merry Christmas and happy holidays!!!
Quote from: crashirv on December 23, 2020, 08:34:31 AM
Pat thank you for sharing the incredible work you are doing I needed this thread to keep me inspired in my charger build. Merry Christmas and happy holidays!!!
Comments like yours keep me inspired;-) Thank you for following along this very slow build.
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
Pat
Pat, phenomenal job! This is a very inspiring build! I commend you for taking your time and making it perfect! Merry Christmas! :cheers:
:coolgleamA: :2thumbs: awesome !! :popcrn:
Looks great!
I arrived at this party late and have been reading about all the work you are doing. With all the accolades, it sounds like you are doing some amazing work. I have a question though, I cannot see any photos you are posting. Is there something I need to do? I can see the pics that others have posted in their responses. :shruggy:
Thanks!
Quote from: Seabeckredneck on December 28, 2020, 04:48:31 AM
I arrived at this party late and have been reading about all the work you are doing. With all the accolades, it sounds like you are doing some amazing work. I have a question though, I cannot see any photos you are posting. Is there something I need to do? I can see the pics that others have posted in their responses. :shruggy:
Thanks!
I figured out that it must be my work computer that was not loading the photos. I just go home and now I can see the pics. I guess the government doesn't want me to see the awesome work you are doing!
Hell yeah, love that you are running the chrome dome :cheers:
absolutely perfect love how you ran the lines on the outside of the engine compartment inside fender well very very nice
Is that an aluminum dome air cleaner?
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on January 08, 2021, 03:36:32 PM
Is that an aluminum dome air cleaner?
Yes sir, I bought it from a supplier in Canada. I'm trying to keep the all aluminum theme with the motor, oil pan to air cleaner.
Thank you gentlemen for all the kind words and keeping up with this build.
Pat
I also have the aluminum one on my 68
Quote from: Charger-Bodie on January 09, 2021, 06:27:22 PM
I also have the aluminum one on my 68
Second one I bought from them, got one in 2007 for my Silver Charger
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Where is the silver charger now?
Would you describe the car?
Thanks
Quote from: mike69440 on January 16, 2021, 10:06:21 AM
Where is the silver charger now?
Would you describe the car?
Thanks
The car has been sold a few times since I built it in 2006. It is now in central PA. Here is a link to an article written about the car in 2012.
Thanks
Pat
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/mopp-1208-1968-dodge-charger-21st-century-muscle/
1968 Dodge Charger - 21st-Century Muscle
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Pat, That car was nice and congratulations on it being featured in hot rod but what you accomplished
with the bullitt build is Great! It seems like you went all out with attention to detail like no other.
Sometimes it's nice to have a second chance at improving some of those details that weren't addressed the first time around.
Unless the next one can travel in time keep the Bullitt. :lol:
Quote from: MoparMike68 on January 17, 2021, 10:22:17 PM
Pat, That car was nice and congratulations on it being featured in hot rod but what you accomplished
with the bullitt build is Great! It seems like you went all out with attention to detail like no other.
Sometimes it's nice to have a second chance at improving some of those details that weren't addressed the first time around.
Unless the next one can travel in time keep the Bullitt. :lol:
Mike, Funny thing is, if I had kept the silver charger I would've never taken on another charger project. My plan was to build a 66 GTO similar to the way I built the Black Charger. But when my younger son said he wanted to build a Bullitt mustang I figured I might as will build a Bullitt charger to go along with it;-)
That's said, I have no plans to sell the black charger! One day I'll get to that 66 GTO and relive my high school car;-)
Thank you!
Pat
PS. don't kill me for posting my high school car picture;-)
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Received a set of 3" TTI exhaust this week. Looking forward to installing the system and adding electric cut outs. After it is modified to fit I will send it out to be ceramic coated to match the headers.
Thanks
Pat
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Hopefully the exhaust is an easy mod. Where do you plan to mount the switch for the cutouts?
I'm not sure I have ever seen a car with no fenders and half a car cover ever look so good, lol. The side profile is almost like staring into a mirror :2thumbs:
Quote from: TexasStroker on January 22, 2021, 03:23:54 PM
Hopefully the exhaust is an easy mod. Where do you plan to mount the switch for the cutouts?
I'm not sure I have ever seen a car with no fenders and half a car cover ever look so good, lol. The side profile is almost like staring into a mirror :2thumbs:
I install the power window switches under the dash and as I have crank window switches installed I don't need the driver side switch so I plan on using that for the exhaust cut outs.
Thank you!
Pat
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First start up;-)
https://www.instagram.com/p/CKcxNfmgMx-/?igshid=9112pchhkhrv
Awesome Pat! Congratulations! :2thumbs:
Quote from: Lennard on January 24, 2021, 10:00:03 PM
Awesome Pat! Congratulations! :2thumbs:
Thanks Lennard! Feels good to be a few steps closer.
Pat
Quote from: keepat on January 24, 2021, 10:11:49 PM
Quote from: Lennard on January 24, 2021, 10:00:03 PM
Awesome Pat! Congratulations! :2thumbs:
Thanks Lennard! Feels good to be a few steps closer.
Pat
I know that feeling! You'll be driving down the road in a couple months. :drive:
OUTSTANDING SIR!!!!! Sweet Music To Your Ears I Am Sure.
Carry On.
:cheers:
Switch panel mounted nicely and concealed well. Followed along on Instagram as well :2thumbs:
Install the windshield last night. The AMD glass fit great along with the year one gasket. Caulked the metal and glass track with Butyl rubber sealant. Will do an ultra sonic sound leak test before installing the stainless trim.
Thanks
Pat
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when are you putting the front clip on ?
are you doing hemi door badges ?
Quote from: Ryan on January 30, 2021, 09:14:48 PM
when are you putting the front clip on ?
are you doing hemi door badges ?
I was holding off on the front clip until the windshield was installed so you should see the fenders go on in the next few weeks. And there will be no hemi badge as the bullitt charger did not have one.
Thanks
Pat
Windshield trim install with no problems other than sore palms;-)
Pat
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Good day to be stuck in the shop with a snow storm. Started to make the custom X pipe to fit between the trans crossmember and driveshaft loop.
Pat
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Good job on the windshield and trim Pat.
On my first Charger I fitted the screen and trim after a repaint and the trim didn't fit very well.
I was wondering, what are the benefits of the X-pipe over a separate pipe running down either side?
Cheers,
Matt.
Quote from: orange383 on February 01, 2021, 08:22:14 AM
Good job on the windshield and trim Pat.
On my first Charger I fitted the screen and trim after a repaint and the trim didn't fit very well.
I was wondering, what are the benefits of the X-pipe over a separate pipe running down either side?
Cheers,
Matt.
Matt, Sharing the exhaust with the X pipe = better flow, Better flow = more HP;-)
Thanks
Pat
Just noticed the blast cabinet over in the corner...how do you like the Skat Blast? I'm toying around with getting one at the house.
Quote from: keepat on February 01, 2021, 04:45:41 PM
Quote from: orange383 on February 01, 2021, 08:22:14 AM
Good job on the windshield and trim Pat.
On my first Charger I fitted the screen and trim after a repaint and the trim didn't fit very well.
I was wondering, what are the benefits of the X-pipe over a separate pipe running down either side?
Cheers,
Matt.
Matt, Sharing the exhaust with the X pipe = better flow, Better flow = more HP;-)
Thanks
Pat
Thanks Pat. I never realised that!
Quote from: TexasStroker on February 02, 2021, 01:15:04 AM
Just noticed the blast cabinet over in the corner...how do you like the Skat Blast? I'm toying around with getting one at the house.
Love it! Be sure to get their vacuum system!
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on February 02, 2021, 08:30:26 AM
Quote from: TexasStroker on February 02, 2021, 01:15:04 AM
Just noticed the blast cabinet over in the corner...how do you like the Skat Blast? I'm toying around with getting one at the house.
Love it! Be sure to get their vacuum system!
Thanks
Pat
Glad to hear and will do! I always like having first hand feedback when possible :2thumbs:
Quote from: TexasStroker on February 04, 2021, 03:50:05 PM
Quote from: keepat on February 02, 2021, 08:30:26 AM
Quote from: TexasStroker on February 02, 2021, 01:15:04 AM
Just noticed the blast cabinet over in the corner...how do you like the Skat Blast? I'm toying around with getting one at the house.
Love it! Be sure to get their vacuum system!
Thanks
Pat
Glad to hear and will do! I always like having first hand feedback when possible :2thumbs:
Believe it or not l just received another Skat Blast cabinet. I set it up today at our Florida marina.
Very nice USA made cabinet!!
Pat
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Slowly cutting, sanding and fitting the exhaust puzzle piece by piece;-)
Pat
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Nice, how do you get such precise alignment cuts?
Quote from: Hemidog on February 11, 2021, 03:42:15 AM
Nice, how do you get such precise alignment cuts?
Using a bandsaw and a big fixed belt sander, makes quick work of it! Start by fitting one pipe to another with a general direction of where the other meets. After having one side fitted, next measure top, bottom and both sides in a straight line and transfer that over to the pipe will get you pretty good alignment.
Thanks
Pat
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Nice work on the exhaust and congrats on the 2nd blast cabinet! I'd toyed with ordering one, but I've got to get the gantry crane built and didn't want to have it delivered in single digit temperatures, lol. Not an issue for Florida I suppose :lol:
Slowly working my way aft piece by piece. I'm trying to keep the exhaust as close to the floor as to not see any of it hanging down from a side profile. Using welded on exhaust flanges certainly clean up the appearance.
Thanks
Pat
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:o I'd be afraid to drive that thing. Beautiful.
With the exhaust tack welded in place forward of the mufflers, I have started working on the tail pipes. Unfortunately with the inboard mounted 4 link I have to modify the TTI tail pipes to fit.
Thanks
Pat
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Beautiful! :2thumbs:
I finished up the tail pipes, just need to cut the slash tips off to install the rectangular polish stainless exhaust tips. Then I started working on the cut outs. Fortunately one of our belt sanders is the same dimensions as the exhaust!
Thanks
Pat
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That's exactly how we used to build Headers for custom engine swaps back in the 80's..... Hooker U and J Bends .... cut/fit/tack/tig
Quote from: Challenger340 on February 25, 2021, 06:52:46 AM
That's exactly how we used to build Headers for custom engine swaps back in the 80's..... Hooker U and J Bends .... cut/fit/tack/tig
Doing it right never gets old, but some of us get old doing it right;-)
Thanks
Pat
Continued awesomeness. Quick question on your photos, since you have to be come proficient in order to post so many. Are you using a third-party hosting website (Flickr, photobucket, etc), or just uploading them directly into your post?
Quote from: Q5XX29 on February 26, 2021, 12:14:00 AM
Continued awesomeness. Quick question on your photos, since you have to be come proficient in order to post so many. Are you using a third-party hosting website (Flickr, photobucket, etc), or just uploading them directly into your post?
Yes, I use a third-party for all the pictures. I started with Photobucket until they changed their format. Then switch to
Postimges. The third-party photo hosting makes it quick and easy to share with multiple media platforms.
Thanks
Pat
Got it. Thanks
Cutouts and S/S tips are fitted! Time to tig weld all the seams and have the exhaust ceramic coated to match the headers.
Thanks
Pat
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Great work!
All welded up and I will be delivering it to JetHot Saturday for a polished ceramic coating. All of the amateur welds that you can't see are mine and all of the visible welds are by a good friend and expert welder. A man's got to know his limitations;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Looks killer! I'm a fan of raw stainless and aluminum, but can't wait to see it all coated. I'm not sure that I have ever seen an entire exhaust coated front-to-back!
Quote from: TexasStroker on March 05, 2021, 01:28:00 AM
Looks killer! I'm a fan of raw stainless and aluminum, but can't wait to see it all coated. I'm not sure that I have ever seen an entire exhaust coated front-to-back!
I'm sure its been done before. I think it will look cool all the same color, headers to tail pipes. Best part is the heat reduction!
Thank You!
Pat
Mad skills.
The exhaust looks incredible. Keep us posted about the sound.
Just one fender on and it's starting to look like it's ready for the road
Thanks
Pat
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Very nice, Pat. You now are inspiring me to get my left front fender repaired/installed. ;D :2thumbs:
Dan
Quote from: Dans 68 on March 15, 2021, 05:02:52 PM
Very nice, Pat. You now are inspiring me to get my left front fender repaired/installed. ;D :2thumbs:
Dan
Thanks Dan! Here's a Instagram link for a little more inspiration;-)
Pat
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I'm amazed at how much space all the parts to a car take in one's garage during a restoration. It's great bolting all the big parts back on the Charger and all the space it frees up for the next project;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on March 18, 2021, 08:34:05 AM
I'm amazed at how much space all the parts to a car take in one's garage during a restoration. It's great bolting all the big parts back on the Charger and all the space it frees up for the next project;-)
Thanks
Pat
YES, he's gonna have another project! :2thumbs:
Keep us in the loop!
Quote from: mopar4don on March 18, 2021, 10:26:11 AM
Quote from: keepat on March 18, 2021, 08:34:05 AM
I'm amazed at how much space all the parts to a car take in one's garage during a restoration. It's great bolting all the big parts back on the Charger and all the space it frees up for the next project;-)
Thanks
Pat
YES, he's gonna have another project! :2thumbs:
Keep us in the loop!
Don,
Next one will be a late 30s or 40s vintage Woody wagon, for my wife;-)
Thanks
Pat
Looking very nice :2thumbs: :2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on March 18, 2021, 05:51:45 PM
Quote from: mopar4don on March 18, 2021, 10:26:11 AM
Quote from: keepat on March 18, 2021, 08:34:05 AM
I'm amazed at how much space all the parts to a car take in one's garage during a restoration. It's great bolting all the big parts back on the Charger and all the space it frees up for the next project;-)
Thanks
Pat
YES, he's gonna have another project! :2thumbs:
Keep us in the loop!
Don,
Next one will be a late 30s or 40s vintage Woody wagon, for my wife;-)
Thanks
Pat
I understand, my wife wants an old pickup. :yesnod:
When you get to it Please send us a link to the restoration.
Install the hood turn signals and gave the hood one last cut and buff before I mount it.
Thanks
Pat
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Very, very nice, as usual. Always love the updates.
The first pic looks like black chrome :drool5:
Look at that there SHINE.
Awesome as always! :2thumbs:
Quote from: CRW-FK5 on March 22, 2021, 08:06:37 PM
Very, very nice, as usual. Always love the updates.
Thank you for following this slow build;-) should be a lot of updates over the next few months.
Quote from: JB400 on March 23, 2021, 12:28:57 AM
The first pic looks like black chrome :drool5:
I think black chrome would've been cheaper, maybe the next car;-)
Thanks!
Quote from: mopar4don on March 23, 2021, 06:33:01 AM
Look at that there SHINE.
Awesome as always! :2thumbs:
Thank You Don!
Pat
Picked up the exhaust from JetHot last weekend and started to install it. I also mounted the hood and installed a cool stock looking power antenna from Retro Sound
Thanks
Pat
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I have often thought about getting a retractable antenna
Looking at the Retro Sound web site
Why did you get the one with the flexible shaft to connect the motor to the mast instead of the one with the mast right on the motor ?
Are you planning on driving that work of art? Even the sound of a small stone hitting the underside would make me nervous. Wonderful work.
Quote from: 70 sublime on March 31, 2021, 08:26:54 AM
I have often thought about getting a retractable antenna
Looking at the Retro Sound web site
Why did you get the one with the flexible shaft to connect the motor to the mast instead of the one with the mast right on the motor ?
I'd like the idea of remote mounting the heavy part of the antenna to take the load off of the black paint as it shows every deflection.
Thanks
Quote from: CRW-FK5 on March 31, 2021, 05:15:14 PM
Are you planning on driving that work of art? Even the sound of a small stone hitting the underside would make me nervous. Wonderful work.
It will hit the road, I just hope the road doesn't hit back too much ;-) The first big road trip will be the 2022 power tour
Thanks!
Pat
Ah, hell, I thought you would show how your hood was mounted. You had help? ;)
Still looks great!! :2thumbs:
Dan
Quote from: Dans 68 on April 01, 2021, 05:47:27 PM
Ah, hell, I thought you would show how your hood was mounted. You had help? ;)
Still looks great!! :2thumbs:
Dan
Dan,
Sorry no pictures of the process, charger hoods are incredibly heavy!
A good friend and my wife helped install the hood.
Thank you!
Pat
I haven't been on here for a very long time. The first thread I see is this one. I missed this build! What awesome work you do Pat! :cheers:
Agree with above comment. Wonderful, wonderful build!
Quote from: Dino on April 01, 2021, 07:04:59 PM
I haven't been on here for a very long time. The first thread I see is this one. I missed this build! What awesome work you do Pat! :cheers:
Dirk, I hope you and yours are well! And thanks for checking out the build!
Quote from: BDF on April 01, 2021, 09:07:43 PM
Agree with above comment. Wonderful, wonderful build!
Thank you sir!
Pat
So black it's hard to see the grill frame to core support filler I made. I think it looks like something the factory would have made and not to custom looking.
Thanks
Pat
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Good lordy that looks good!!!
I think the paint on the grill support is better than most new cars have. Excellent work! :2thumbs:
What a beautiful build, exceptional work Pat! Thanks for sharing this beautiful piece of art with us :2thumbs:
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on April 03, 2021, 09:06:57 PM
Good lordy that looks good!!!
I think the paint on the grill support is better than most new cars have. Excellent work! :2thumbs:
Quote from: Fonzy on April 05, 2021, 04:42:07 AM
What a beautiful build, exceptional work Pat! Thanks for sharing this beautiful piece of art with us :2thumbs:
Thank you gentlemen!
Pat
Very nice...the exhaust came back great! I'm trying to remember if you showed the filler panel earlier in the thread. Did you just weld mounts for it?
I bet no one will even notice the core support being boxed in...especially with the gloss black!
Quote from: TexasStroker on April 05, 2021, 05:14:45 PM
Very nice...the exhaust came back great! I'm trying to remember if you showed the filler panel earlier in the thread. Did you just weld mounts for it?
I bet no one will even notice the core support being boxed in...especially with the gloss black!
Like the filler panel the upper core support boxed in really looks like the factory did it. Only a Mopar guy would pick up on it. I think you have to go back about 4 years to see the post on boxing it in. I did weld 4 small tabs to attach the filler and 2 fasteners under the upper core support.
Boxing in the upper core support added a tremendous amount of rigidity you could actually lift the car up from upper core support. It also makes a great wire chase for the headlight harness.
Thank you!
Pat
I hope to box mine in for the same reasons and have always wanted to do the filler panel...not just for looks, but it has to help with cooling via keeping the air routed thru the radiator. :coolgleamA:
Quote from: keepat on September 29, 2020, 07:51:24 PM
With a little massaging the new replacement grill trim fits very nice. Was able to clean, Paint and reuse all of the original trim clips. Note there are two different size heads as well as two different length trim fasteners.
Thanks
Pat
Hi Pat, do you have any more pictures of where the 3 different fasteners go on the stainless trim? In my set I count 4 with a big head, 8 long with small head and 6 short with small head.
Also, I do not see you using the 8 spring clips?
Thanks.
Quote from: Hemidog on April 13, 2021, 02:26:22 AM
Hi Pat, do you have any more pictures of where the 3 different fasteners go on the stainless trim? In my set I count 4 with a big head, 8 long with small head and 6 short with small head.
Also, I do not see you using the 8 spring clips?
Thanks.
The 4 with the big head go on the left and right curved end pieces. The 8 long ones pair with the spring clips. I can't tell you exactly which of the small head ones go where, but maybe you can still see the witness marks on the grill plastic where the spring clips sat? Also, I think the plastic has wider pads molded in for the spring clips to set on, but I'm not 100% sure that I'm remembering correctly.
Quote from: funknut on April 13, 2021, 06:54:54 AM
Quote from: Hemidog on April 13, 2021, 02:26:22 AM
Hi Pat, do you have any more pictures of where the 3 different fasteners go on the stainless trim? In my set I count 4 with a big head, 8 long with small head and 6 short with small head.
Also, I do not see you using the 8 spring clips?
Thanks.
The 4 with the big head go on the left and right curved end pieces. The 8 long ones pair with the spring clips. I can't tell you exactly which of the small head ones go where, but maybe you can still see the witness marks on the grill plastic where the spring clips sat? Also, I think the plastic has wider pads molded in for the spring clips to set on, but I'm not 100% sure that I'm remembering correctly.
As noted above the larger head fasteners go on the outer ends of the C shaped trim and the shorter shaft smaller head fasteners are used on the inside of both C shaped trim. And the longer stud fasteners are use for the upper and lower straight sections of trim that as noted also use the spring clips. No spring clips are used on the outer C shaped trim.
Thanks and good luck!
Pat
Like everything else with this build, the paint is amazing :drool5:
I may have missed it, what was your process for cut and buff?
Quote from: INTMD8 on April 13, 2021, 02:43:39 PM
Like everything else with this build, the paint is amazing :drool5:
I may have missed it, what was your process for cut and buff?
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Finished the exhaust with the install of the S/S tips. Also installed the grill and finished the headlight wiring. Then the aluminum & carbon fiber bumper mounts, and valance. And started working on the front brake air intakes and mounted the horns under the headlights
Thanks
Pat
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:drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5:
"Impressive" doesn't begin to cut it, Pat. If you are ever able to part with your astounding creation, please remember to contact me. :cheers:
Clint
Quote from: Q5XX29 on April 14, 2021, 05:01:39 PM
"Impressive" doesn't begin to cut it, Pat. If you are ever able to part with your astounding creation, please remember to contact me. :cheers:
Clint
Clint, Thank you, the not for sales price would have 2 comma ;-)
Pat
I am excited to see this thing so close to being finished, very happy for you pat. This car has given me lots of inspiration for my own build...... maybe someday ill get mine done lol.
Quote from: keepat on April 14, 2021, 09:17:56 PM
Quote from: Q5XX29 on April 14, 2021, 05:01:39 PM
"Impressive" doesn't begin to cut it, Pat. If you are ever able to part with your astounding creation, please remember to contact me. :cheers:
Clint
Clint, Thank you, the not for sales price would have 2 comma ;-)
Pat
Yes, I'm not surprised. I've been known to pay seven figures for cars I love, however.
Quote from: Ryan on April 14, 2021, 11:30:53 PM
I am excited to see this thing so close to being finished, very happy for you pat. This car has given me lots of inspiration for my own build...... maybe someday ill get mine done lol.
Ryan, I'm getting very excited see this project completed as well! Thank you for the kind words and good luck with your project!
Pat
Clint, Thank you, the not for sales price would have 2 comma ;-)
Pat
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Yes, I'm not surprised. I've been known to pay seven figures for cars I love, however.
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You will be the first to know;-)
Thanks
Pat
This is the best 68 Charger on the planet. :2thumbs:
Quote from: Back N Black on April 15, 2021, 10:59:23 PM
This is the best 68 Charger on the planet. :2thumbs:
Wow! I'm not sure about that, but I know it's the best 68 that's parked in my garage:-)
Thank You!
Pat
My LO horn is bad, looking for a replacement Prestolite horn. Please see picture for part numbers. I'm not concerned with date code but would like to have the same horn.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on March 31, 2021, 07:19:04 PM.....The first big road trip will be the 2022 power tour.....
Is this the Power Tour you're referring to?
Link to 2021 show:
https://www.hotrod.com/events/power-tour/
Great updates BTW.
Quote from: VegasCharger on April 17, 2021, 09:20:04 PM
Quote from: keepat on March 31, 2021, 07:19:04 PM.....The first big road trip will be the 2022 power tour.....
Is this the Power Tour you're referring to?
Link to 2021 show:
https://www.hotrod.com/events/power-tour/
Great updates BTW.
Yes very cool tour, been on few of them. I highly recommend anybody that loves their cars and loves this country, no better way to enjoy both! Can't make it this year, our first grandchild is due in August;-)
Thank you!
Pat
Front brake air intakes are ready for paint just need to install the bumper and do any final adjustments to them.
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on April 13, 2021, 03:33:48 PM
Quote from: INTMD8 on April 13, 2021, 02:43:39 PM
Like everything else with this build, the paint is amazing :drool5:
I may have missed it, what was your process for cut and buff?
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Thank you! So if I'm understanding correctly you started with 1500 and nothing courser? I'm surprised it ended up that amazingly straight without starting with blocking with 800 or so. Speaks to your ability to lay out material nicely. It's gorgeous!
Your brake ducts turned out awesome as well. Just to throw in .02, even if perfectly wiped down clean, I've found it's a bit easier to weld aluminum like this if you first take a fine 3m roloc to all areas that will be welded. (to remove invisible surface oxidation).
At that point, with how nice your fitment is you can start the weld with filler rod and finish the entire seam fusion with no filler.
Won't change the end result but saves time knocking down the weld bead.
If you ever sell this thing set reserve at a million. :2thumbs:
Quote from: INTMD8 on April 26, 2021, 10:09:54 PM
Quote from: keepat on April 13, 2021, 03:33:48 PM
Quote from: INTMD8 on April 13, 2021, 02:43:39 PM
Like everything else with this build, the paint is amazing :drool5:
I may have missed it, what was your process for cut and buff?
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Thank you! So if I'm understanding correctly you started with 1500 and nothing courser? I'm surprised it ended up that amazingly straight without starting with blocking with 800 or so. Speaks to your ability to lay out material nicely. It's gorgeous!
Your brake ducts turned out awesome as well. Just to throw in .02, even if perfectly wiped down clean, I've found it's a bit easier to weld aluminum like this if you first take a fine 3m roloc to all areas that will be welded. (to remove invisible surface oxidation).
At that point, with how nice your fitment is you can start the weld with filler rod and finish the entire seam fusion with no filler.
Won't change the end result but saves time knocking down the weld bead.
If you ever sell this thing set reserve at a million. :2thumbs:
Thanks for the aluminum welding tip! Maybe on the next car I'll have this tig welding figured out;-)
Pat
Mounted the front bumper, and painted & installed the front brake air ducts. The air ducts are inconspicuous painted black.
Thanks
Pat
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:drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: That is one SEXY bitch
Quote from: moparstuart on April 27, 2021, 04:59:38 PM
:drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: :drool5: That is one SEXY bitch
Hey my car hasn't picked a gender yet;-)
Wow, those brake duct intakes disappear! Awesome!
Quote from: darbgnik on April 28, 2021, 12:08:00 AM
Wow, those brake duct intakes disappear! Awesome!
Thank you! I'm happy with how they fit and disappear!
Pat
Crazy, I started this thread 7 years ago today!
I didn't think it would take this long.
Thank you all for following along!
Pat
Thank you, it has been fun to watch.. Love the wheels!
Quote from: keepat on April 30, 2021, 10:33:56 AM
Crazy, I started this thread 7 years ago today!
I didn't think it would take this long.
Thank you all for following along!
Pat
It's been a pleasure to follow! :2thumbs:
The repro parking light fit and look much better then the ones I used 15 years ago on my 1st Charger.
Thanks
Pat
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They do look good! :2thumbs:
im going to be sad when this car is finished and this epic build thread no longer gets updated
Little running video
https://youtu.be/h2o71VuaD2E
Quote from: Ryan on May 07, 2021, 09:34:40 PM
im going to be sad when this car is finished and this epic build thread no longer gets updated
I agree :yesnod:
Quote from: keepat on May 09, 2021, 06:41:45 PM
Little running video
https://youtu.be/h2o71VuaD2E
AAAAAA that idle is music to my ears!!!
Hey Pat I'll bet you had a big ol grin on your face when you recorded this. I know I would. :coolgleamA:
Quote from: mopar4don on May 10, 2021, 06:31:47 AM
Quote from: Ryan on May 07, 2021, 09:34:40 PM
im going to be sad when this car is finished and this epic build thread no longer gets updated
I agree :yesnod:
Quote from: keepat on May 09, 2021, 06:41:45 PM
Little running video
https://youtu.be/h2o71VuaD2E
AAAAAA that idle is music to my ears!!!
Hey Pat I'll bet you had a big ol grin on your face when you recorded this. I know I would. :coolgleamA:
Thanks Don! And yes there is definitely a grin of relief that everything seems to be working! Just hope it keeps going that way!
Pat
The reproduction Map pocket cufflinks did not look as nice as my originals (3rd pic) Unfortunately removing the originals doesn't leave enough of the stud to reattach to the new panels. So I used my Weld Mount studs and epoxy on longer threaded studs making the cufflinks installation very simple. I think the 68 map pocket is a little big for today's maps;-)
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great stuff Pat, the attention to detail continues to amaze. But hey, some of the pictures are so clean and clear its hard to see the car with all the reflections off the paint... can you sprinkle some dust on it to show up better in the pics? :smilielol:
Quote from: armor64 on May 18, 2021, 07:58:24 AM
great stuff Pat, the attention to detail continues to amaze. But hey, some of the pictures are so clean and clear its hard to see the car with all the reflections off the paint... can you sprinkle some dust on it to show up better in the pics? :smilielol:
I might have some survivors dust in the garage soon;-) Hope to pick up a new/old toy this weekend:-?
Thank You!
Pat
Legendary's carpet set fits great with a few modifications and the addition of some foam to fill the gap around the modified shifter tunnel. It's nice that they make this carpet extra long at the firewall so you cannot see any of firewall. Just letting it relax for a few days with a some 25 pound lead bags.
Thanks
Pat
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Even the carpet fitting procedure is impressive. The interior looks great Pat.
LOOKING GOOD Pat! :2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on May 18, 2021, 08:35:05 AM
I might have some survivors dust in the garage soon;-) Hope to pick up a new/old toy this weekend:-?
Thank You!
Pat
Is it what I hope it is? Another build?
:popcrn: :popcrn:
Quote from: mopar4don on May 20, 2021, 07:13:14 AM
LOOKING GOOD Pat! :2thumbs:
Quote from: keepat on May 18, 2021, 08:35:05 AM
I might have some survivors dust in the garage soon;-) Hope to pick up a new/old toy this weekend:-?
Thank You!
Pat
Is it what I hope it is? Another build?
:popcrn: :popcrn:
Very cool car but not for this forum;-)
We need details :icon_smile_big:
Quote from: mopar4don on May 20, 2021, 03:34:36 PM
We need details :icon_smile_big:
As not to jinx the deal I will post pictures of the original paint, rust free, 61,000 original miles car after I see it and hopefully own it tomorrow afternoon?? The plan is to drive it back home 1500 miles!
Thanks!
Quote from: keepat on May 20, 2021, 04:22:40 PM
Quote from: mopar4don on May 20, 2021, 03:34:36 PM
We need details :icon_smile_big:
As not to jinx the deal I will post pictures of the original paint, rust free, 61,000 original miles car after I see it and hopefully own it tomorrow afternoon?? The plan is to drive it back home 1500 miles!
Thanks!
Thanks Pat, Safe travels and good luck with the deal :2thumbs:
I decided to reuse the original door sills. The repro's don't look as nice as the originals after polishing, even with a few dents and scratches.
Thanks
Pat
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Received an email from Carlisle events to be part of their featured vehicle display at the Chrysler nationals. (Thank you Ed Buczeskie!) It will be great showing the vehicle for the first time in Carlisle as this is where I saw the car for the first time prior to buying it 9 years ago. Having an indoor space to show my black Charger pretty much assures everyone that we will have a rain free and relatively cool weekend;-)
Thank!
Pat
That is AWESOME!
Congratulations Pat. I predict best in show! You certainly deserve it, :2thumbs:
Quote from: mopar4don on May 25, 2021, 05:30:48 AM
That is AWESOME!
Congratulations Pat. I predict best in show! You certainly deserve it, :2thumbs:
Don,
I think it's just on display not in a competition, at least I hope so!
Thank you!
Pat
that's awesome! if the border is open i hope to drive the 68 down to Carlisle this year as well, provided i can get it safety and registered soon enough. I'd love to see this masterpiece in person.
Quote from: keepat on May 24, 2021, 06:46:53 PM
Received an email from Carlisle events to be part of their featured vehicle display at the Chrysler nationals. (Thank you Ed Buczeskie!) It will be great showing the vehicle for the first time in Carlisle as this is where I saw the car for the first time prior to buying it 9 years ago. Having an indoor space to show my black Charger pretty much assures everyone that we will have a rain free and relatively cool weekend;-)
Thank!
Pat
Congratulations on the invite Pat.👍
Well you have a Dead Line now :icon_smile_big:
Quote from: Lennard on May 25, 2021, 11:52:22 AM
Quote from: keepat on May 24, 2021, 06:46:53 PM
Received an email from Carlisle events to be part of their featured vehicle display at the Chrysler nationals. (Thank you Ed Buczeskie!) It will be great showing the vehicle for the first time in Carlisle as this is where I saw the car for the first time prior to buying it 9 years ago. Having an indoor space to show my black Charger pretty much assures everyone that we will have a rain free and relatively cool weekend;-)
Thank!
Pat
Congratulations on the invite Pat.👍
Congrats indeed, well deserved! :)
Congrats Pat. I was accepted too. I'm really looking forward to it. I was afraid that "General Display" might mean outdoors but it doesn't. We're indoors :cheers:
Quote from: DanielG on May 26, 2021, 05:09:07 PM
Congrats Pat. I was accepted too. I'm really looking forward to it. I was afraid that "General Display" might mean outdoors but it doesn't. We're indoors :cheers:
Very cool, and congrats right back at you! Look forward to seeing you at Carlisle!
Pat
Starting to look like interior interior, and running out of things to bolt back on;-)
Thanks
Pat
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FYI can't use the legendary rally seats with the standard charger long armrest. The side bolster Hits the last 2 inches of the armrest. It could work but eventually would leave a dent in the seat fabric. Not a problem if you're also replacing the door panels but if you reusing your door panels they will be an imprint from the longer armrest base.
Thanks
Pat
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Uh oh. Wonder what's going to happen with my 69? And where did your seat belts come from?
Quote from: green69rt on May 29, 2021, 05:31:11 PM
Uh oh. Wonder what's going to happen with my 69? And where did your seat belts come from?
Mitch, I got them from PG classics restoration parts. Fit and look good but not exactly the same as the originals, but close. Thanks
Pat
https://pgclassic.com/products/1850-69buk-100
Congrats on the invite...As excited as I am to see the car complete, it will also be sad to see the thread come to a close.
Couldn't a relative use a pro-modded 69? :lol:
Quote from: TexasStroker on May 31, 2021, 02:19:17 PM
Congrats on the invite...As excited as I am to see the car complete, it will also be sad to see the thread come to a close.
Couldn't a relative use a pro-modded 69? :lol:
Not a ProMod but the next project will be a 40s vintage woody that I will build with & for my wife;-)
Thank You!!
Pat
Today I aligned the rear to the body using lasers. This confirm I welded in the 4 link 5+ years ago correctly;-) Then I did a front end alignment with my Fastrax camber caster gauge. Starting by rolling the front wheels onto a piece of plastic and thin piece of Formica. This allows the front wheels to turn and the suspension to relax. Camper was set to -.5° and the caster was set to +3.8°. Toe in was set to 1/8". I was very happy with the rear end to body alignment. I guess all that check, double check, and triple checking before I welded in the rear suspension paid off;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Thanks Pat! I just ordered the same alignment set up so I can tweak my own cars here. Tired of paying 100 bucks only to have the car pull left or right. Hopefully I can figure out why on my own and correct them. Bee I paid to have it done and it pulls right. I eyeballed the Dart myself after doing the complete front end and it goes perfectly straight. The Bird I want to check what it's currently set at, as it works great, before I tear it all apart and redo the front end parts.
Quote from: birdsandbees on May 31, 2021, 09:36:50 PM
Thanks Pat! I just ordered the same alignment set up so I can tweak my own cars here. Tired of paying 100 bucks only to have the car pull left or right. Hopefully I can figure out why on my own and correct them. Bee I paid to have it done and it pulls right. I eyeballed the Dart myself after doing the complete front end and it goes perfectly straight. The Bird I want to check what it's currently set at, as it works great, before I tear it all apart and redo the front end parts.
Great tool have used it on a few other cars with great success!
Thanks
Pat
One small step for my charger and one giant leap for me;-)
https://youtu.be/r7djVQujh00
Wonderful car!...i logged on the forum today after many time and i ve seen this discussion...at first i was not agree for this modify because i like original charger with 15'' wheels and big shoulder tyre, but this look its really nice!...black body, 17'' wheels with vintage style are amazing...what else?
Aligned the low and highbeam lights and installed the plastic bezels.
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Also picked up some new garage art
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Finally got around to blacking out the hood turn signal lenses. I used black vinyl that matches the paint great.
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And I got the driver side front fender splashguard and stainless tubing covers installed
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Thanks
Pat
Splashguard ~ Genius
Pat you think of everything! :popcrn:
Quote from: 6T8440 on June 09, 2021, 07:33:48 AM
Splashguard ~ Genius
Pat you think of everything! :popcrn:
Genius Not! 7 years is a lot of time to think about stuff;-)
Thank You!
Pat
Came out very nice! What is the splash guard for the SS lines made out of? I'm guessing that is a soft weatherstrip on the edge to keep the paint in tact and eliminate noise? Looks great!
Quote from: TexasStroker on June 09, 2021, 04:00:38 PM
Came out very nice! What is the splash guard for the SS lines made out of? I'm guessing that is a soft weatherstrip on the edge to keep the paint in tact and eliminate noise? Looks great!
Made them out of thin aluminum which was a challenge to welded. And the rubber edge was for both protecting the paint, keeping the dirt out and preventing any rattling.
Thank You!
Pat
Cannot make Carlisle this year due to college visits for my son. Would really like to see this car some day!
Quote from: chargerperson on June 13, 2021, 06:22:41 PM
Cannot make Carlisle this year due to college visits for my son. Would really like to see this car some day!
Penn State would be a good college for your son to check out on 9th of July;-)
Congrats and good luck to your son!!
Pat
What a great build coming to a finish !! :2thumbs: Or is the build half done as your title says " Modern Bullit build " , doesn't that mean both cars ??? :scratchchin: Now you have to do the same build with a Mustang to park next to the Charger !!!
Quote from: 69 OUR/TEA on June 15, 2021, 04:38:44 PM
What a great build coming to a finish !! :2thumbs: Or is the build half done as your title says " Modern Bullit build " , doesn't that mean both cars ??? :scratchchin: Now you have to do the same build with a Mustang to park next to the Charger !!!
We started with the mustang, that was my sons car. We started that project about nine years ago.
We will soon put the two cars together for some photos.
Thank You!
Pat
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Sweet !!!!
Great to see you've reached the finish line Pat, we can all say, Great!, Awesome!, Killer!, Beautiful!, over the top!, etc, etc, etc, but there's really no one word that can fully describe the amount of work, detail, dedication, design, engineering and sweat you put in to that masterpiece.... you set the bar extremely high!
MikeG
Quote from: DAY CLONA on June 25, 2021, 04:16:51 PM
Great to see you've reached the finish line Pat, we can all say, Great!, Awesome!, Killer!, Beautiful!, over the top!, etc, etc, etc, but there's really no one word that can fully describe the amount of work, detail, dedication, design, engineering and sweat you put in to that masterpiece.... you set the bar extremely high!
MikeG
totally and completely agree , Pat you put all those clowns on TV to shame
Quote from: DAY CLONA on June 25, 2021, 04:16:51 PM
Great to see you've reached the finish line Pat, we can all say, Great!, Awesome!, Killer!, Beautiful!, over the top!, etc, etc, etc, but there's really no one word that can fully describe the amount of work, detail, dedication, design, engineering and sweat you put in to that masterpiece.... you set the bar extremely high!
MikeG
Mike,
Thank you for your very kind note! Reaching the finish line as you put it. To me it's more like reaching the starting line of the next project. Driving this car on a long tour and to a few events will be fun, but not as much fun as building the next car!
Thanks again!!
Pat
Quote from: moparstuart on June 25, 2021, 05:08:30 PM
Quote from: DAY CLONA on June 25, 2021, 04:16:51 PM
Great to see you've reached the finish line Pat, we can all say, Great!, Awesome!, Killer!, Beautiful!, over the top!, etc, etc, etc, but there's really no one word that can fully describe the amount of work, detail, dedication, design, engineering and sweat you put in to that masterpiece.... you set the bar extremely high!
MikeG
totally and completely agree , Pat you put all those clowns on TV to shame
Stuart,
Except for a few on TV, that's not hard to do;-)
Thank you!
Pat
Almost ready for Carlisle. Last polish and ready for ceramic coating. A few details left but I did make my own 6 speed Inland shifter knob out of a 4 speed knob. I was unable to find a engraver that could engrave on a curve So I used number stamps and hand carving the new shape. Looks good from arms lengths;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Pat,
What an AWESOME job you have done on EVERYTHING!
I really like those one off custom wheels!
I really wish I could see it in person at Carlisle, then again probably best I wont be there as there would be drool all around that black beauty! :drool5:
Quote from: mopar4don on June 29, 2021, 10:26:44 AM
Pat,
What an AWESOME job you have done on EVERYTHING!
I really like those one off custom wheels!
I really wish I could see it in person at Carlisle, then again probably best I wont be there as there would be drool all around that black beauty! :drool5:
Don, Thank you and good luck with your Charger! You've come a long way with all the work you put into it and I really love the color!
Thanks again!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on June 29, 2021, 05:18:12 AM.....Almost ready for Carlisle.....
Great update Pat. I had the impression that you were holding off showing Bullitt this year due to family obligations. I think I read it on here somewhere, I could be wrong. Anyway that's awesome if you're taking to Carlisle. Get ready to be mobbed and drilled with questions lol. Any chance of taking it to the Mopar NATS in Columbus this year? Unfortunately I'm unable to attend Carlisle this year. If not the NATS are you going to tour Bullitt next summer? Would love to see it in person.
:cheers:
Quote from: VegasCharger on June 30, 2021, 10:34:05 PM
Quote from: keepat on June 29, 2021, 05:18:12 AM.....Almost ready for Carlisle.....
Great update Pat. I had the impression that you were holding off showing Bullitt this year due to family obligations. I think I read it on here somewhere, I could be wrong. Anyway that's awesome if you're taking to Carlisle. Get ready to be mobbed and drilled with questions lol. Any chance of taking it to the Mopar NATS in Columbus this year? Unfortunately I'm unable to attend Carlisle this year. If not the NATS are you going to tour Bullitt next summer? Would love to see it in person.
:cheers:
No family obligations for the first week of July, however we are expecting our first grandchild first week of August. And as long as our daughter-in-law is not a month early all is good for Carlisle;-) I think the Charger will be a one and done car show, unless I get an invite to SEMA? I do plan on taking it on the 2022 hot rod power tour.
Thank you!
Pat
Just wow! Car looks amazing.
Found some vinyl covered trunk storage boxes ($18.00 ea) that fit nicely on either side of the trunk. Made some plastic cleats to hold them in place, yet easily removed. And some 2" foam, cut outs to hold things in place. The box under the fuel fill is where my tire plug kit is, you need to remove the aft box to access tire kit. Now my tools, cleaning gear, rags and air pump with plug kit are neatly stored in stock looking the truck.
Thanks
Pat
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Final polish looks amazing!!
I would have to change up the shift knob a bit however.
If it was me I would do 4-5 coats of black, mask around shift pattern (not perfectly, just keep it to center of knob), dust it with 1-2 coats of white, wet sand back until sharp and polish.
Fantastic work...even the vinyl trunk bags worked out beautifully.
I've got to ask...what height are your ceilings in the garage? Looks like you were able to fit an ACR up top?
Quote from: TexasStroker on July 04, 2021, 11:51:57 PM
Fantastic work...even the vinyl trunk bags worked out beautifully.
I've got to ask...what height are your ceilings in the garage? Looks like you were able to fit an ACR up top?
Ceiling height is 11' and we added one more panel on each of the garage doors so that the tracks and door operators are tighter to the ceiling. ACR fits but it takes extra long ramps to get that low car on the lift.
Thanks
Pat
Very cool! I've toyed with adding a lift, but the two center trusses of the shop would limit lifting a bit.
Good luck at Carlisle!
Carlisle served as a great motivation target to finish this car! After the show we had a magazine shoot! The show was fun, but glad that it's over and even happier to get home with no problems!
Thanks
Pat
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Congratulations on the fine debut at Carlisle. Did I see a MCACN invite at your spot today?
Quote from: Bronzedodge on July 11, 2021, 08:21:11 PM
Congratulations on the fine debut at Carlisle. Did I see a MCACN invite at your spot today?
If there was a MCACN invite, I didn't see it?
Thank you!!
Pat
Quote from: Bronzedodge on July 11, 2021, 08:21:11 PM
Congratulations on the fine debut at Carlisle. Did I see a MCACN invite at your spot today?
congratulations as well. Sorry I missed the - the car looks great
Wow!!! Car looks amazing Pat. Great job on everything!
I'm kinda sad it's almost done though, now we don't get to keep seeing the cool updates on the process. But it was great motivation to watch it come together. :cheers:
Quote from: keepat on July 11, 2021, 09:17:04 PM
Quote from: Bronzedodge on July 11, 2021, 08:21:11 PM
Congratulations on the fine debut at Carlisle. Did I see a MCACN invite at your spot today?
If there was a MCACN invite, I didn't see it?
Thank you!!
Pat
I might be mis-remembering. You certainly should get an invite for that level of craftsmanship. The Ridgely Show on Sept. 19 would be a nice drive for the car, perhaps.
Put a little over 30 miles on the car this morning. I stopped at a small airport to snap a few pictures by a very cool old hanger. Car ran and performed well! A few small glitches, biggest being the speedometer is not working. I need to troubleshoot if it's a cable, gear or gauge problem?
Thanks
Pat
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The car looks great out in the sunlight! Hopefully you get to enjoy it a lot after all the hard work :2thumbs:
Put the car on the pro-form scales today. It looks like all of the weight savings between the aluminum engine, bumper mounts, 9" rear and RMS coil over suspension shaved off 300 lbs from the factory weight of a hemi 4 speed car. This is amazing considering all of the additional unibody reinforcements I made to the car. My car is 3/4 full of fuel and weighs 3664 lbs. Specs I find online for a factory hemi 4-speed, Dana car comes in at 3974 lbs. That is awesome considering I was shooting for about 200 lbs lighter! The other cool thing is that it's a bit better than a 45/55 split.
Thanks
Pat
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https://youtube.com/watch?v=W6mNVhrM5XQ&feature=share
Quote from: keepat on August 22, 2021, 12:01:12 PM
https://youtube.com/watch?v=W6mNVhrM5XQ&feature=share
Hey Pat, Be careful with the chase, even though this time I'm sure you won't lose the hubcaps :lol: :lol:
Quote from: WhiteOnGreen on August 23, 2021, 08:41:14 AM
Quote from: keepat on August 22, 2021, 12:01:12 PM
https://youtube.com/watch?v=W6mNVhrM5XQ&feature=share
Hey Pat, Be careful with the chase, even though this time I'm sure you won't lose the hubcaps :lol: :lol:
Just speed limit, I promise;-)
Thanks
This has been an awesome build from day one Pat. The detail, quality of workmanship and the tasteful modifications are incredible and an inspiration.
I'm enjoying seeing the photos and videos of the car out and about. Great stuff!
Quote from: orange383 on August 25, 2021, 07:25:03 AM
This has been an awesome build from day one Pat. The detail, quality of workmanship and the tasteful modifications are incredible and an inspiration.
I'm enjoying seeing the photos and videos of the car out and about. Great stuff!
Thank you, it means a lot to know the others have enjoyed this Long build! I know not everyone approves of modifying such a classic car like a 68 charger, but I think most approve of how I've kept the stock look of this car.
Thanks again!
Pat
Picked up the next car a 1966 Pontiac GTO a few weeks ago in Minnesota. Original paint, chrome, interior, engine, trans, and rear! Unmolested 61,000 mile surviver. Car only had 16000 miles in 2002. Amazing documentation from all 3 owners.
No restoration for this car just paint correction cleaning and detailing preservation!
Drove it 1200 mile back home, used/ leaked 1/2 qt of oil. Ran great and made about 13+ mpg.
Thanks
Pat
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"Drove it 1200 miles home" - that is awesome. I want to be Pat in my next life. :cheers:
Making progress on the new shop. All the electrical work is complete just waiting for BG&E our local power company to hook up the meter. I was concerned that the slab was a little thin for the two post lift so I opted to cut two 4'x 4' holes and had two 5'x 5'x 14" slabs poured. Also insulated both of the 12' x 12' doors. Cabinets and lift will be here first of the year.
Thanks
Pat
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Pat that is a real find! I am a Mopar fan but love a Pontiac! I am working on a 69 GTO 400 4bbl Ram Air III 4 speed car now. It is a Mopar site I know but I would love to see a few more pictures like under the hood and interior. I was going to message you as I have a few questions on the engine in your Charger. I have a hemi I want to put in my 72 Charger. Anyway you really scored on the goat.
Quote from: dreamcatcher on December 21, 2021, 05:03:51 PM
Pat that is a real find! I am a Mopar fan but love a Pontiac! I am working on a 69 GTO 400 4bbl Ram Air III 4 speed car now. It is a Mopar site I know but I would love to see a few more pictures like under the hood and interior. I was going to message you as I have a few questions on the engine in your Charger. I have a hemi I want to put in my 72 Charger. Anyway you really scored on the goat.
I've said this before but I think the Pontiac and the Mopar muscle cars of the 60s are very similar and I think it might be the one brand a hard-core Mopar or a hard-core Pontiac guy would own. I just spent the last month wet sanding compounding and polishing the 55 year old lacquer paint on the GTO. And the car looks amazing for its age. Below is a link where you can see a lot of great pictures when the car was new and how the car looks today. Feel free to message me with any questions you may have on your hemi swap.
Thank You
Pat
https://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/forums/showthread.php?t=853458
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Pat, just went through the thread of the GTO - WOW! Great results! Car looks fantastic!
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on December 23, 2021, 08:24:49 AM
Pat, just went through the thread of the GTO - WOW! Great results! Car looks fantastic!
Mike, Thank you! It's a cool time capsule and I'm very happy with how well the paint came back. It's a different kind of cool compared to the Charger.
Happy holidays!
Pat
Awesome job on the GTO, she is beautiful!
Seems some were nervous about your approach but seeing your abilities to turn the Charger into a mirror I had no doubts :2thumbs:
Quote from: INTMD8 on December 30, 2021, 01:04:42 AM
Awesome job on the GTO, she is beautiful!
Seems some were nervous about your approach but seeing your abilities to turn the Charger into a mirror I had no doubts :2thumbs:
Thank You sir! I am very happy with how it turned out and it's an easy car to drive and not have to worry about every little chip or scratch. I had it out yesterday, it was thirsty;-)
Happy new year!
Pat
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Pat,
That is a cool fuel can. Are you running special fuel in your cars?
Quote from: dreamcatcher on December 30, 2021, 02:52:18 PM
Pat,
That is a cool fuel can. Are you running special fuel in your cars?
Yes, they are great fuel cans we have 4 of them at the marina. 7 1/2 gallons each and we use them to fuel the tenders on the yachts and my cars when no one's looking;-) We use AV fuel which is 100 octane low lead. It has a great shelf life and it's about $6.00 gal. Here in Maryland we don't have easy access to non-ethylene fuel so I run AV fuel in all of my cars that don't have catalytic converter's (because of the low lead)
Thanks
Pat
We are registered for the HotRod power tour this June. Kurt in his Bullitt Mustang and me in the Bullitt Charger. I'm excited to hit the open road with both car! It will be about 2800 miles round trip. It's been about 9 years since going on the tour with Kurt's Mustang.
Thanks
Pat
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Sounds like some great fun Pat. Just make sure your Bullets pull up to the gas pumps properly... :icon_smile_big: .. and not McQueen style..
New shop update. The power is on, floors are polished and sealed, lift is installed, wall cabinets installed, and the heat/air system up and running! I will be installing the base cabinets this weekend. Should be ready for my car projects soon!
Thanks
Pat
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That's awesome Pat. My garage is about as wide as your 2 post lift which means working on the car is quite a challenge.
Quote from: orange383 on February 21, 2022, 05:47:18 PM
That's awesome Pat. My garage is about as wide as your 2 post lift which means working on the car is quite a challenge.
Still better than working outside on the driveway like we used to do in our teens;-)
Thanks
Pat
Beautiful shop Pat. How tall are the walls? I went with 12 foot and wish I had put 14 footers. I have 2 lifts and it is ok for cars but not for SUV's or pickups. I went with 2 , 4 post lifts so I can move them if I want to. I wish I would have gone with 1 , 4 post and one 2 post. The 4 posts don't allow to lift leaving the suspension hanging. Anyway great shop. I hope we will see many more cool builds.
Quote from: dreamcatcher on February 22, 2022, 12:04:24 PM
Beautiful shop Pat. How tall are the walls? I went with 12 foot and wish I had put 14 footers. I have 2 lifts and it is ok for cars but not for SUV's or pickups. I went with 2 , 4 post lifts so I can move them if I want to. I wish I would have gone with 1 , 4 post and one 2 post. The 4 posts don't allow to lift leaving the suspension hanging. Anyway great shop. I hope we will see many more cool builds.
The ceiling are a little over 13' high. The standard two post lift is 12' tall but I ordered this one with a 12" extension, lift is about 3" from the ceiling. When I bought the property (for the garage;-) it came with the 4 post lift and casters. Nice thing about the 4 post lift with the casters is that you can roll it outside to power wash or clean $ degrease the bottom of a old car.
Thank You!
Pat
Great stuff!
Troy
Just finished reading the May issue of the Mopar Collector Guide and got a cool surprise. On the second to the last page they tell you what's coming up in the next issue. I see a picture of my car on the top right hand corner with the caption Modernized Bullitt 1968 Charger tribute car. Looking forward to the next issue;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Quote from: keepat on February 15, 2022, 09:07:18 PM.....We are registered for the HotRod power tour this June.....
Is that the one that starts out in Norwalk, Ohio? At the Summit Motorsports Park?
Thanks
Quote from: VegasCharger on March 10, 2022, 11:08:40 PM
Quote from: keepat on February 15, 2022, 09:07:18 PM.....We are registered for the HotRod power tour this June.....
Is that the one that starts out in Norwalk, Ohio? At the Summit Motorsports Park?
Thanks
This starts at Memphis international raceway and ends up five days later Atlanta motor Speedway.
Thanks
Pat
Shop update, All cabinet and countertops are installed. I labeled each cabinet & drawer in alphabetical order using car emblems. The 3 tool cabinets I used engine displacement emblems from Pontiac, Dodge, & Ford. I'm not sure if it will help me remember where stuff is, but I think it looks cool;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Hello Pat ~ your attention to detail is absolutely incredible. :2thumbs:
Quote from: 6T8440 on March 15, 2022, 10:50:43 AM
Hello Pat ~ your attention to detail is absolutely incredible. :2thumbs:
It's an uncurable disease that I got from my father;-)
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on March 15, 2022, 02:21:26 PM
Quote from: 6T8440 on March 15, 2022, 10:50:43 AM
Hello Pat ~ your attention to detail is absolutely incredible. :2thumbs:
It's an uncurable disease that I got from my father;-)
Thanks
Pat
I dunno, the last picture has a light switch issue... top row with 1 switch up, bottom row with 1 down.... time for a complete rewire, cant let that stand.
Your shop is a Dream come true, i only wish one day ill have more space than my parents 1.5 car garage to work in.
Keep up the amazing work Keepat!
Have been kicking around the idea of getting a post hoist for our shop also
Can you run the hoist up high enough when not in use that you can walk around under the arms to keep them out of the way instead of tripping over them on the floor all the time ?
Quote from: armor64 on March 16, 2022, 07:16:33 AM
Quote from: keepat on March 15, 2022, 02:21:26 PM
Quote from: 6T8440 on March 15, 2022, 10:50:43 AM
Hello Pat ~ your attention to detail is absolutely incredible. :2thumbs:
It's an uncurable disease that I got from my father;-)
Thanks
Pat
I dunno, the last picture has a light switch issue... top row with 1 switch up, bottom row with 1 down.... time for a complete rewire, cant let that stand.
Your shop is a Dream come true, i only wish one day ill have more space than my parents 1.5 car garage to work in.
Keep up the amazing work Keepat!
My electrician was also giving me a hard time about all the light switches:-)
Thank You!
Pat
Quote from: 70 sublime on March 16, 2022, 10:12:14 AM
Have been kicking around the idea of getting a post hoist for our shop also
Can you run the hoist up high enough when not in use that you can walk around under the arms to keep them out of the way instead of tripping over them on the floor all the time ?
It is nice to have them up and out of the way when not in use. I am just under 5'-9" and clear, but if you were any taller you would hit your head. I think you can special order the lift to go higher if needed.
Thanks
Pat
Getting the charger and the mustang ready for the 3000 mile HRPT. It's great working in the new shop instead of working on the new shop;-)
Thanks
Pat
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That is one Awesome shop!
Quote from: mopar4don on April 12, 2022, 01:23:43 PM
That is one Awesome shop!
Thanks Don! Still have a few things to finish up, but I can work it in now! Next year I plan on adding a 28 x 36 addition that will be the dirty work part of the shop where I can do metal and body work and paint.
Pat
Humm, Another project under the car cover?
Quote from: WhiteOnGreen on April 12, 2022, 04:51:31 PM
Humm, Another project under the car cover?
That's a 1972 Trans Am I restored (all original)12 years ago.
Next project will be a 40s woody for my wife (there's a joke somewhere in that line;-)
Next Survivor car (for me) will be a 1959 Cadillac Coupe Deville.
Thanks
Pat
The new shop looks great...how do you like the cabinets?
Quote from: TexasStroker on April 16, 2022, 01:45:10 AM
The new shop looks great...how do you like the cabinets?
The Baldhead cabinets are awesome! Pricey but made in the USA!
Thanks!
Pat
Quote from: keepat on April 16, 2022, 02:52:45 PM
Quote from: TexasStroker on April 16, 2022, 01:45:10 AM
The new shop looks great...how do you like the cabinets?
The Baldhead cabinets are awesome! Pricey but made in the USA!
Thanks!
Pat
Nice, glad to hear!
Picked up a few things for the road trip this June;-)
Thanks
Pat
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Still looks amazing. The garage too! :cheers:
How's it been running?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on April 21, 2022, 05:28:09 PM
Still looks amazing. The garage too! :cheers:
How's it been running?
Thank You sir! She has been running great but the big test will come in June when I put 3000 miles on her.
I'm looking forward to the road trip, wish me luck:-)
Pat
Pat, hey buddy! :punkrocka:
Im pretty sure I caught up on this thread years back but I apologize for asking, whats this 3000 mile trip you speak of?
AbsoFulutely beautiful!!!
Quote from: 472 R/T SE on May 11, 2022, 05:02:29 PM
Pat, hey buddy! :punkrocka:
Im pretty sure I caught up on this thread years back but I apologize for asking, whats this 3000 mile trip you speak of?
AbsoFulutely beautiful!!!
Hi Mike,
We are taking both cars on the Hot Rod Power Tour. It starts in Memphis Tennessee, with stops at the Nashville Super Speedway, then Hoover AL, next day we drive to Panama City, and then on the last day we drive up to Atlanta Speedway. There's a few cool pitstops along the way one of them will be the Wellborn Musclecar Museum. Round-trip starting from Maryland Will be about 3000 miles in eight days. So looking forward to hitting the road with my son!
Thanks
Pat
Quote from: keepat on May 11, 2022, 08:42:03 PM
Quote from: 472 R/T SE on May 11, 2022, 05:02:29 PM
Pat, hey buddy! :punkrocka:
Im pretty sure I caught up on this thread years back but I apologize for asking, whats this 3000 mile trip you speak of?
AbsoFulutely beautiful!!!
Hi Mike,
We are taking both cars on the Hot Rod Power Tour. It starts in Memphis Tennessee, with stops at the Nashville Super Speedway, then Hoover AL, next day we drive to Panama City, and then on the last day we drive up to Atlanta Speedway. There's a few cool pitstops along the way one of them will be the Wellborn Musclecar Museum. Round-trip starting from Maryland Will be about 3000 miles in eight days. So looking forward to hitting the road with my son!
Thanks
Pat
I don't have the words to express how cool it is that your boy is following your footsteps. As a parent, thats all we dream of. He sounds like a good kid.
Sent a PM as to not clutter this thread.
Shop and cars look awesome! :cheers:
Was it hard finding someone to polish the concrete floor? Post some pics of your 59 Cadillac when you get a chance, I have one of those as well.
Quote from: INTMD8 on June 10, 2022, 09:56:44 AM
Shop and cars look awesome! :cheers:
Was it hard finding someone to polish the concrete floor? Post some pics of your 59 Cadillac when you get a chance, I have one of those as well.
Easy to find but hard to get them out for small polishing jobs. They like to do 3000sf and bigger.
No 59 Cadillac yet, but soon! Would love to see pictures of yours!
Thank You!
Pat
Yes, that's what I found and really wanted. My shop is only 1700sq/ft and I couldn't get anyone out to do it.
My car is basically a heap. I bought it from the son of the original owner in, I think 2013? Not a survivor but stuck in time. Would say it got an earl scheib or equivalent paint job in the 70's. I wet sanded/polished that. Rebuilt the drivetrain. The 390 with reground cam, mildly ported heads, ls1 valves/springs runs out harder than I would expect. Still has points and original coil.
The hydraulic motor for the top was filled with gelled brake fluid. Cleaned out and refilled, works perfect. All windows work, signal seeking radio, antenna, everything. Only bulb I had to replace was for the rear license plate.
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Quote from: INTMD8 on June 10, 2022, 08:55:38 PM
Yes, that's what I found and really wanted. My shop is only 1700sq/ft and I couldn't get anyone out to do it.
My car is basically a heap. I bought it from the son of the original owner in, I think 2013? Not a survivor but stuck in time. Would say it got an earl scheib or equivalent paint job in the 70's. I wet sanded/polished that. Rebuilt the drivetrain. The 390 with reground cam, mildly ported heads, ls1 valves/springs runs out harder than I would expect. Still has points and original coil.
The hydraulic motor for the top was filled with gelled brake fluid. Cleaned out and refilled, works perfect. All windows work, signal seeking radio, antenna, everything. Only bulb I had to replace was for the rear license plate.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hSShgUcuj88
That 59 is very cool, I hope to have one soon!
Thank You!!
Pat
2022 Hot Rod Power Tour was a blast! 8 days, 8 states, and over 2800 miles! The tour started in Memphis and we took two days to get there. From there it went to Nashville speedway, then down to Hoover Alabama, and on to Pensacola Florida and ended at the Atlanta motor speedway.
We stopped in some cool places along the way such as the pickers Nashville store along with their Columbia car dealership, Jack Daniels distillery, The Wellborn musclecar museum, and the Tuskegee airbase,
We had a few mechanical issues consisting of, a bad alternator, 2 hour fix. A leaky O ring fitting to the hidroboost, 1 1/2 hour fix. And The plastic gear for the speedometer broke at 2300 miles, I'll fix that when I change all the fluids;-)
Kurt's mustang fuel gauge stop working halfway through the tour and his power window switch stop working. All of which was fun and makes the trip that much more exciting! The best part is the cars went through the tour with no dents, scratches or nicks of any kind;-)
Driving across the country in old muscle cars is an absolute blast! We didn't get arrested:-), didn't have an accident, nobody stole the cars and we had a Great time! The power tour started this journey, restoring these two cars. And it was great to complete this journey having both cars perform so well on the tour!Been about nine years since our last tour 2013 and I only hope is that not that long before our next one;-)
Thanks
Pat
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It wouldn't be the Power Tour without a few issues! Glad you didn't have too many things happen. I heard it was really hot! Great memories Pat... :2thumbs:
Awesome Pat :2thumbs:
Thanks for posting :cheers:
Thanks for sharing Pat. Something I dream of and will never do. That and drive route 66. Congratulations sir! :2thumbs:
Thanks for sharing :cheers:
Quote from: 1970Moparmann on June 20, 2022, 09:43:38 PM
It wouldn't be the Power Tour without a few issues! Glad you didn't have too many things happen. I heard it was really hot! Great memories Pat... :2thumbs:
Yes it was hot, but the cars ran cool!
Thanks guys!
Pat
Quote from: dreamcatcher on June 21, 2022, 08:09:55 AM
Thanks for sharing Pat. Something I dream of and will never do. That and drive route 66. Congratulations sir! :2thumbs:
Route 66 in a 59 Cadillac is next 1 day;-)
Thanks
Pat
That's awesome Pat! Must of been a cool site with those two on the road.
Now that you've put some miles on it, is there anything you would have changed?
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on June 23, 2022, 04:20:28 PM
That's awesome Pat! Must of been a cool site with those two on the road.
Now that you've put some miles on it, is there anything you would have changed?
So far I have no regrets or wishes. I really love how the car looks stock. Other than the mag wheels the exterior looks completely original. So having such a stock original look it's very unassuming. Unlike a lot of the high end pro touring builds where they make a lot of body modifications this car fools people in thinking that it's original. That's what my plan was from the beginning and I'm glad I stuck to it.
Thanks
Pat
Received a couple of cool poster of the cars on the power tour. One of the drivers looks mentally unstable;-)
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Totally awesome Pat! That has to be one great accomplishment. I would like to take my 68 down Route 66. I doubt it will ever happen but it would be awesome. :2thumbs:
Quote from: dreamcatcher on July 09, 2022, 07:51:33 AM
Totally awesome Pat! That has to be one great accomplishment. I would like to take my 68 down Route 66. I doubt it will ever happen but it would be awesome. :2thumbs:
I have been down trip 66 on a motorcycle very cool! but one day I'd like to drive back from California in a 59 Cadillac;-)
Thank You!
Pat
Saw the post on Instagram first and then checked back in here. Glad y'all had fun...those are really minor issues for a fresh build and glad y'all got to make the run. Looks like some really neat stops along the way, especially the Wellborn Museum.
If you wind up doing Route 66, let me know a little ahead of when you will pass thru Amarillo. I can probably get some Chargers out for you.
Glad y'all are getting to get out and enjoy the cars!
Very cool Pat :cheers: :2thumbs:
Glad you and Bullitt came out unscathed.
Quote from: TexasStroker on July 10, 2022, 02:10:24 AM
Saw the post on Instagram first and then checked back in here. Glad y'all had fun...those are really minor issues for a fresh build and glad y'all got to make the run. Looks like some really neat stops along the way, especially the Wellborn Museum.
If you wind up doing Route 66, let me know a little ahead of when you will pass thru Amarillo. I can probably get some Chargers out for you.
Glad y'all are getting to get out and enjoy the cars!
Will do! I'm on the search for that next car (1959 or 60 Cadillac) and I hope I can find one in California to give me the excuse to drive across the country;-)
Thank You
Quote from: VegasCharger on July 26, 2022, 12:48:26 AM
Very cool Pat :cheers: :2thumbs:
Glad you and Bullitt came out unscathed.
Funny, the trip started off with my biggest concern, me worrying about my son driving with his friends behind me in the tour. But only after a few hours the 1st day I came to the realization that I am in the beginning of that transition where my son/son's are beginning to look after me;-) I hope this is a long transition and not just a few years or worse a few months;-)
Thank You
Pat
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4 animals and 1 Bullitt;-)
Happy new year!
Pat
:cheers: Happy New Years Pat, to you and your entire family.
Shop is looking great!
Quote from: birdsandbees on December 29, 2022, 09:47:15 PM
:cheers: Happy New Years Pat, to you and your entire family.
Shop is looking great!
Thank You sir!
Pat
Awesome Pat. :coolgleamA:
Happy New Year! :cheers:
That is one fine collection! :2thumbs:
What's the info on the Cuda?
Quote from: kokxville on January 03, 2023, 06:21:35 PM
Awesome Pat. :coolgleamA:
Happy New Year! :cheers:
Thank You & Happy New Year!
Quote from: WHITE AND RED 69 on January 03, 2023, 06:40:41 PM
That is one fine collection! :2thumbs:
What's the info on the Cuda?
The Cuda belongs to a friend, it is a original paint 340 four-speed.
Thanks
Pat
Fantastic cars, I like the GTO also very much. Great trip too. Thanks for posting.
Quote from: Michael R/T on January 24, 2023, 03:32:58 PM
Fantastic cars, I like the GTO also very much. Great trip too. Thanks for posting.
Don't tell anyone but the 66 GTO is my favorite;-)
Thank You!
Pat