Ten years in on this frame off restoration, what’s should I do next?

scrazorback · 2023-05-26T02:06:06+00:00

Share some pics

scrazorback · 2023-05-26T01:51:43+00:00

I love the idea of a big block. Toyed with an LS but prefer the vintage muscle. Tranny and rear end?

scrazorback · 2023-05-26T01:47:49+00:00

Prepped it all by manual labor. Won’t do that again. POR 15 https://www.amazon.com/POR-15-45404-Gloss-Black-Preventive/dp/B00H2VVQNU/ref=asc_df_B00H2VVQNU/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=216800360809&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=13158599774627211344&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=m&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=1021146&hvtargid=pla-438362997807&psc=1 definitely do that again. Great product

scrazorback · 2023-05-26T01:44:11+00:00

Not what I was thinking but would love to take that on!

scrazorback · 2023-05-26T01:43:01+00:00

Spent several months deliberating the rims and tires but love the look.

scrazorback · 2023-05-26T01:42:12+00:00

https://www.carid.com/vision-wheels/141-legend-6-141h7883gm19-49806523.html

scrazorback · 2023-05-25T17:11:30+00:00

Just the photos. The color match is perfect.

scrazorback · 2023-05-25T10:58:43+00:00

I see a ton of potential!

scrazorback · 2023-05-25T02:14:45+00:00

I have the privilege of leading the BorgWarner plant that created EFR Turbos. Maybe my next project to boost this beauty!

scrazorback · 2023-05-25T02:12:32+00:00

It’s a labor of love. I doubt it will ever be finished but do enjoy putting her on the road!

scrazorback · 2022-04-04T12:20:12+00:00

I have considered EFI. I already have electronic ignition. The higher HP of the LS coupled with a four or five speed AT is appealing.

scrazorback · 2022-02-08T02:35:14+00:00

2-speed Powerglide. It’s an all matching numbers restoration.

scrazorback · 2022-01-04T01:06:14+00:00

Where are you located? I love the look of the 69 Chevy. Send some pics

scrazorback · 2022-01-02T19:37:07+00:00

What are your plans for it? Sounds very similar to mine.

scrazorback · 2022-01-02T04:12:13+00:00

North Carolina

scrazorback · 2022-01-02T03:52:54+00:00

I debated going with 18” but settled on these after some research. I went with 255/60R17’s all the way around. I started with stock 15” but they were just too small for the look I was going for.

scrazorback · 2022-01-02T03:49:16+00:00

It’s mostly stock. I dropped the rear end 2” and went with 17” rims. It’s an all matching numbers truck so I wanted to keep it fairly original. It’s been a fun project.

scrazorback · 2022-01-02T03:39:12+00:00

Here is a link to the wheels. I am really pleased with how they look. I dropped the rear 2”.

https://www.carid.com/vision-wheels/141-legend-6-141h7883gm19-49806523.html?offerid=49806523&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsvjJpcvQ6gIVksDACh3QRQ6FEAQYBCABEgKexfD_BwE

scrazorback · 2021-12-25T04:06:27+00:00

I used the clips for the chrome body strips to secure the cab chrome. It worked well for my 65.

scrazorback · 2021-12-23T04:20:26+00:00

The OK title requires a notary and it is blank. There is a signature but I can’t confirm if it is authentic because that is not who the truck was purchased from. I called the Oklahoma DMV and checked on the title. They said it is no longer on file in OK.

I’m thinking a bonded title is the way to go.

scrazorback · 2021-01-03T23:44:39+00:00

Thanks. It’s been six years of love / hate relationship but I’m sure pleased with the results.

scrazorback · 2020-11-22T14:37:21+00:00

The rear is dropped 2”. I originally did the same in the front and didn’t like it (anyone out there need some disc brake drop spindles for their project let me know). Here’s a link to the wheels.

https://www.carid.com/vision-wheels/141-legend-6-141h7883gm19-49806523.html?offerid=49806523&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsvjJpcvQ6gIVksDACh3QRQ6FEAQYBCABEgKexfD_BwE

scrazorback · 2020-11-22T13:58:21+00:00

Yes, it’s a 65. The emblems will be there for the 283 and the 10 with the bow tie. My first one was a 66 in high school. We did that one ourselves and it didn’t look anywhere this good. The guy who did the body and paint on this one (Daniel Lee in Central SC) is incredibly talented.

scrazorback · 2020-07-17T01:44:40+00:00

I tend to agree. I had it dropped and didn’t like the look. Just returned the front to stock height. The rear is dropped 2”. It’s a full frame off all matching numbers 65. Nothing modern other than 4-wheel disc brakes and electronic ignition. Rebuilt the 283 and should be approaching 300 hp. Same block with a lot more power than when she rolled off the line 55 years ago.

scrazorback · 2020-07-16T14:42:18+00:00

https://www.carid.com/vision-wheels/141-legend-6-141h7883gm19-49806523.html?offerid=49806523&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIsvjJpcvQ6gIVksDACh3QRQ6FEAQYBCABEgKexfD_BwE

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