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Update on "the project"....

Decided to check over some engine components and replace for peace of mind...lots of play in timing chain, so that's gone and since valve springs are original they are history too. Got some parts together from the shop today like: valve covers, BB deep groove pulleys, alternator, and lots of little stuff from the "parts pile". Next step will be new front springs, upper control arm bushings and shocks. Freshening up brakes front and back, calipers, hoses, etc. Want to be sure steering/brakes are good to go. Checked date codes on the 291 heads today..both the same K28 9. Sorry didn't get that new digital camera yet..maybe this week.

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tw, get sam to make a road trip, to help you day two the car. give him some notice; he has to get a note, from vera. before he leaves town!!!!!!bbbenny https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif

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Looks like everybody has somthing to do when it's cold out..my next, next project...is I'm gonna put one a dez... http://www.classicperformance.com/ebay_pics/L88.JPG [only BIGGER] in dat.... http://www.classicperformance.com/ebay_pics/69NOVA.JPG

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Now that's what I like to see...more grandma cars with big blocks!! Keep us posted on the progress.

wilma https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Yea, cool plan, keep those wheels & tires on it too https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Nerds... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/burnout.gif

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No pic? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...s/confused.gif

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Had some Sun last week so I cleaned the 66's.....Only 2 months to Power Tour
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Ken

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Nice Ken NICE! I love those little caps! Nice place too. I love those concrete driveways.https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Ken,

Ahh...nothing like 66 Chevelles https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/grin.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/drool.gif

They are looking great! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

Hmmmm, where is the snow...and the wash bucket...and the palm tree? https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/hmmm.gif

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The little black Nova is making more progress tomorrow. Taking it over to a local buddies shop to install new front springs and control arm bushings. We will also freshen up the brakes and try to fit some headers to the existing exhaust.....Hey Sammy!!....found an old driveline loop at the shop, thought I might throw it on for good measure. Should bring it back home by the weekend and then start on some new valve springs and timing chain. Radiator is being serviced, rebuilding w/pump, starter, alt., etc. Then 163/850 setup goes on. Hope to have it running by the 15th...stayed tuned to the L78 channel. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/burnout.gif


wilma https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

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Update on "the project"...front end is completely apart. Took all the control arms, brake spindles, backing plates, etc. to my local NAPA guy who has a hot tank and media blaster. Everything will be cleaned and all new bushings and lower ball joints installed. Removed original engine harness today (what was left of it). New unit going in this week. Cleaned the rest of the steering components and got some of the 35 year old grime off steering box. Original BB coil springs still had their tags: HH 3955727 Steering box had 5679142 dated 209 & HP stamped in yellow letters???? Cover of steering box had 7802287 CBC 13. All the tie rods and othe stuff appears to be original..very little wear. More parts to blast and clean this week and then hopefully get the front end back together by next weekend. Stay tuned..


wilma https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

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wilma, it sounds like your going a full day two project!!!!! where;s sammy when you need him? check with vera!!!!bbbenny https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...mlins/haha.gif

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Update on "the project"...front end is completely apart. Took all the control arms, brake spindles, backing plates, etc. to my local NAPA guy who has a hot tank and media blaster. Everything will be cleaned and all new bushings and lower ball joints installed. Removed original engine harness today (what was left of it). New unit going in this week. Cleaned the rest of the steering components and got some of the 35 year old grime off steering box. Original BB coil springs still had their tags: HH 3955727 Steering box had 5679142 dated 209 & HP stamped in yellow letters???? Cover of steering box had 7802287 CBC 13. All the tie rods and othe stuff appears to be original..very little wear. More parts to blast and clean this week and then hopefully get the front end back together by next weekend. Stay tuned..


wilma https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

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Hey Wilma, you mentioned a date of "209" on your steering box. How is that interpreted?

Thanks,
Sam

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here is some additional info from the steering box. I checked some detailed photos from one of the other cars. there is a little date tag that extends off the side of the aluminun cover. My May 1969 car has a date of B 1209..not sure what the B stands for, but 120th day of 69 is the rest. The little tag on the 70 car has B 0130...13th day of 1970..car has a January 21st build date. So the unit is original to the car. I also found the number 14 above the 290 on the housing...on the 69 car there is a 9 in that spot with same casting #. I think the 290 refers to the 290th day of 1970 model year, which would be approx the end of Sept. 69. I would assume the housing would be cast prior to the assembly date of the component. These little things are neat..if anyone has additional info on deciphering i would appreciate it.


wilma

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The project continues...got all my control arms back yesterday from the shop. Clean and nice...all parts got primed and painted today for reassembly. There are a lot of parts in a Nova https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/shocked.gif I cleaned and painted all day!! Just stopped long enough to look at what I got in my Easter basket https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/smile.gifThe final assembly will have to wait until after Carlisle...hope to see some of you boys at the fair.

wilma https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

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It has been awhile since the last update on the project car. Here is the latest report; found some great 15' steel wheels(with the help of Sammy) got them cleaned and painted today, 1st coat...GTO Don helped out with some vintage rubber that will go on those steel wheels: Goodyear polyglass F-70x15 fronts and H70x15 rear..should look awesome!! Still cleaning and painting lots of small parts but that stuff is pretty much done as of today. Rebuilt alternator and starter so there won't be any hassles. Found a date code correct 2000 distributor in my "parts pile" and got that spruced up and ready for action. Hope to finish engine related items this week and then concentrate on finishing suspension. 4.56 posi rear will get some fresh oil and lube along with the cool Day 2 finned cover...too many parts and too little time!


wilma https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

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Sounds like you are right on target Tommy! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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Sammy, more progress on the project....restored control arms are in. Rear brakes are all set and ready to go. Got the GTO Don tires mounted on some stock Chevy steel wheels and they look awesome! We put in the new Eaton coil spring in the drivers side tonite....what a job https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/blush.gif these springs are 1" taller than stock..the spring compressor was working overtime! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/tongue.gif we will finish pass. side tomorrow nite and then get her back on the ground. Hope to take some photos this weekend when Benny is here. Thanks for the time.... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/worship.gif

wilma https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

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finally some lousy photos...

wilma

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again...

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engine..

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one more...

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Has it made noise yet?

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IT IS ALIVE!!!!!!.....what a job, but finally got it running tonite, and it sounds great!! Plenty of issues came up but we got around them. Karen was worried that the neighbors would call the cops... https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gif https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...emlins/eek.gif I'll give a more detailed report in a day or so....time to kick back. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/beers.gif

wilma

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The project is running and driving!! The motor makes great power and it really jumps when you step on the go pedal...installed the new airshocks tonite, washed her down inside and out, got a few little things left to do..but it is in the home stretch now. Will load on trailer Tuesday nite for the trip to Hunt Valley. What time is the burnout contest??

wilma https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/burnout.gif

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A little more progress on the "project"...headers installed, front end align, serviced the th400, and few other little items. Ready for Musclepalooza on Sunday if we don't get rain https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...lins/frown.gif Hope to run her down the track and see what gives..

wilma https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ins/3gears.gif

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Tom,
How hard did the black beast run? I hope she curled your hair!
John.

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JB, only got one "easy" run in and then more rain delays. Some guys pulled out and others waited it out. Sun finally came out around 2:00pm. Car ran well..steering and brakes good..next time we will add more GO!

wilma

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What does the slip say? Should be pretty good with all the time and effort you've been putting in - love those little caps https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

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https://www.yenko.net/attachments/209333-tn_IMG_0625.JPG

GADS I dig that car! https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...iggthumpup.gif

Tom...did you bump the tire pressure up like we discussed?

Can't wait `till that thing makes a full-boogie pass down the 1/4. https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/imag...ns/naughty.gif

Eric