Greetings Everyone!
I am carrying on the conversation from the introduction forum.
Technically, the restoration process has already begun. Take a peek at the attached pics.
Goals:
1. Have the car back on the road for my son's Senior Year (2031).
2. Full OEM (as much as possible) Restoration. With modern amenities.
3. Chemical Dip - to remove all rust.
4. Frame Jig - Fabricate Frame Jig to ensure any Frame and Body panels are reinstalled properly.
5. Engine Test Stand - Fabricate an engine test stand for my 440 that is currently being built at Performance Automotive in Bethalto IL.
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Front clip photographed, removed, inventoried, cataloged and missing parts list generated. Tracking all model and part numbers via spreadsheet.
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Front Drive's side perspective. Note: front windshield was completely shattered with no less than (2) large holes.
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Front shattered windshield temporarily stored with completely intact rear glass.
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Driver's side: Removed- Door, Steering column, Bench Seat, Dash and insturment panel.
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Working on Clutch Support Assembly. New floor pans are on the Replacement List.
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Rear Driver's side quarter panel. Chemical dipping will reveal replacement panels and imperfections to be fixed.
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Yup...no trunk pan, extensions, no rear bumper and fuel tank. Trunk lid, rear extensions, and taillight Assemblies photographed, removed, documented, inventoried and carefully stored in their respective labeld boxes.
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Passengers side image: no back seat included, new floor pans required and rear manual window intact and operates!
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Parts Storage: Front Bench Seat, insturment cluster, front windshield, rear windows, gas pedal pad.
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Parts Storage: lower grille, Driver's/Passengers doors, steering column, upper grille, Driver's/Passengers Fenders, trunk lid, front windshield trim, hood, and dash
Let me know what you think. This is my first restoration. Am I heading down the right path? And guidance and advice?
Semper Fi
Sabre_3
