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Old 01-29-2004, 09:01 AM
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Is this not the same caliber of car as the rather well known "GM Reject"?
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Jim,

Welcome to this site, sounds like you have a nice car.
Bill Thomas should probably be referred to as "Mr. 427", as he is the man who began big block mods for Chevrolet in the early 60's. He helped out countless racers, and is quite well known for his work by the Chevrolet racing enthusiasts.

He is still alive, and lives in southern California, his son continues to run a high performance shop, and like his father, builds wild big blocks, and new small blocks with big inches.

Here is a shot of his shop from 1966.
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Old 02-04-2004, 01:27 AM
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What a cool pic......
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Nice! My favorite Harrell pic and favorite Harrell car!
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Marlin,
I have to agree with you,(Thats new), anyway what a beautiful Nova, everything about it is what has made this hobby what it is today. Anyone know if this car has been found?
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What? You can't agree with me, ughhh, now what will happen to me?

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I have heard from a reliable source that Dick's '66 Nickey sponsored Chevy II still exists.
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Wow that would be a cool find!!!
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