Re: 63 Corvette SWC L84 Restoration
 

This past weekend, I elected to tear into the 63 to get moving on it. I good friend of mine who owns a restoration shop around here (Corvette Perfection) is giving me technical support and will be performing body and paint work for the project. So, here is a few pics to update where we are at.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/018-3.jpg

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/017-3.jpg

Original overspray on the floorpans

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/002-5.jpg

This is the build number which is right in front of the gas tank and has original overspray as well

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/003-6.jpg

I can only think this was for a speaker of sort. This shot is looking up from above the fuel tank into the rear floor pan. Ever seen this before?

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/008-4.jpg

A little old body work on the left rear quarter panel

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...4/004-Copy.jpg

And some damage repair that would be on the rear deck lid towards the left side.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...4/005-Copy.jpg

A little rusty in the lower birdcage, but yet relatively solid. I'll work this over some and replace the rocker cover supports. (At one time, this car had side pipes on it)

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/013-3.jpg


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This is what appears to be an original factory glass repair that is located at the rear of the driveshaft tunnel.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/012-3.jpg

Re: 63 Corvette SWC L84 Restoration
 

This is the build number (same 33) which is located on the passenger side toe board

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/005-4.jpg

Re: 63 Corvette SWC L84 Restoration
 

Looking forward to seeing the progress on this one Tim. Neat car.

Jake

Re: 63 Corvette SWC L84 Restoration
 

Given the state of the economy (along with the uncertainty) I elected to hold off on the full blown restoration for a year or two. I am going to continue to collect what few perfectly dated parts I need yet to say nothing for collecting $$$$$$$$$$$. I reassembled the body on my new chassis last week.

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/005-5.jpg

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/010-3.jpg

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/013-4.jpg

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/016-4.jpg

Back at home again............

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/026-3.jpg

http://i1043.photobucket.com/albums/...0L84/027-3.jpg

Re: 63 Corvette SWC L84 Restoration
 

I did also come across perfectly dated and restored seat belts and voltage regulator.


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Re: 63 Corvette SWC L84 Restoration
 

Looks really nice!

Re: 63 Corvette SWC L84 Restoration
 

Lookin great Tim!

Jake

Re: 63 Corvette SWC L84 Restoration
 

Tim,
Curious as to what was wrong with original frame that it could not be repaired/saved. Corvette venders out there have been offering weld in sections for the rust prone areas of midyear frames for years and which I am sure you are aware of. Is the VIN stamped on 63 frames as it is on later midyears?

Neat car and looking good!

Dave

Re: 63 Corvette SWC L84 Restoration
 

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Material_Boy</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Tim,
Curious as to what was wrong with original frame that it could not be repaired/saved. Corvette venders out there have been offering weld in sections for the rust prone areas of midyear frames for years and which I am sure you are aware of. Is the VIN stamped on 63 frames as it is on later midyears?

Neat car and looking good!

Dave </div></div>

I was reluctant to repair the frame myself when good clean used ones could be had for less money. The amount of work to overcome the scale was a deterrant as well. You are correct about the VIN stamp on all years including 63. I am glad I took the route I did as it car required VERY little shiming.

Tim

Re: 63 Corvette SWC L84 Restoration
 

OK. Understood and makes perfect sense. I have been following your thread since you first posted in November 2011. please keep us updated as you move along. I love these midyears! I see we have similar tastes in cars. I have 2 67's (coupe and roadster), a 65 coupe, and a 66 L79 Nova. My 65 coupe is the exact twin to yours. It too is a 327-365 with side exhaust, knockoffs, and goldlines. It is Milano Maroon to boot!
All the best,

Dave