66 Front end repair after wreck?
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Some good ones today!
During the cold war the KGB came up with a plan to undermine the morale of the US males. They placed an order for 5 million condoms, to be 3 inches in diameter and 12 inches long. They figured when word got out, the American guys would be ashamed and embarrassed thinking of their Soviet counterparts.
The CIA got wind of the deal and came up with a perfect strategy. The order was manufactured and shipped as ordered. Prominently printed on each box was the following:
"Product of U.S.A. Size: SMALL"
EDIT: OK, senior moment, that was aimed at FRIDAY FUNNIES. Sorry!
During the cold war the KGB came up with a plan to undermine the morale of the US males. They placed an order for 5 million condoms, to be 3 inches in diameter and 12 inches long. They figured when word got out, the American guys would be ashamed and embarrassed thinking of their Soviet counterparts.
The CIA got wind of the deal and came up with a perfect strategy. The order was manufactured and shipped as ordered. Prominently printed on each box was the following:
"Product of U.S.A. Size: SMALL"
EDIT: OK, senior moment, that was aimed at FRIDAY FUNNIES. Sorry!
Last edited by Railroadman; 11-21-2014 at 01:48 PM.
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Brad, I am in the throes of replacing my front clip, rear quarter and other misc fiberglass repairs - see my thread. I'm no expert but the help on this forum and others in my local area is exceptional. I chose to go with the jig assembled clip from CI and it is working out well, not perfect but real close. One guy that has done a ton of this work reminded me that these cars were never perfect and highly inconsistent from car to car (as to gaps, etc). Your avatar doesn't show where you are but if you are close to Dallas, I can help. If not we can talk on the phone, just let me know and I'll share what I'm learning. Slalomfiend
Until then I'm just playing the waiting game, looking at that car and dying to see it restored. I know he wouldn't regret it.
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Pilot huh?
I've been an aircraft mechanic (A&P) for the last ten years. Worked on everything from helicopters to regional jets to the F22 and now the F35 as a government employee. Definitely a good field to be in.
Thanks again for the pictures and explanation. Have a safe flight
I've been an aircraft mechanic (A&P) for the last ten years. Worked on everything from helicopters to regional jets to the F22 and now the F35 as a government employee. Definitely a good field to be in.
Thanks again for the pictures and explanation. Have a safe flight
My dad has done everything from lineman to A&P work (I've done a little bit myself)...you name it...he's done it. Then one day he decided to start flying like the rest of the family. He's retired USAF, and has been flying for 40-45 years now. He's nearing the end of the line as an American Captain. He's flown it all, gliders, helicopters, fighters, cargo, tankers, props, jets, etc. Boeing 707,727,737,757,767,777, MD-80s, MD-11s, Fokker 100s, Saabs, etc. Talking about possibly going up to retire on the 787. He's currently on the 737-800s out of DFW, as he wanted to be based out of DFW. He gave the up the 777 out of JFK and MIA so he could work closer to home. My sister and I are working hard to follow in his steps, and if everything gets to work out just right...we would get hired by American. If we did, and got the same routes, same equipment, my dad would transfer over to try to fly with us. Anyways...thats a long shot.
Here is a photo of yet another example of the poor fitment of my front clip. At first glance, it is perfect. Second, and you notice it's flaw. As a perfectionist, it is killing me to know that it is flawed as bad as it is. Now I have turned down some great offers on my '72, and I never plan to sell it, but I know the value is less after being wrecked, no longer a true survivor, and its flaws. So once I get the car back on the road, I plan to drive it more and just enjoy life.
You never know when the Lord will call you home, and spending time with the people who mean the most is pretty important. I am excited for you and your dad to start rebuilding the car. Growing up, I lived to build cars with my dad. We had some great ones. But cars come and go, but the bonds between father and son never do. Later on in life, your '66 restoration with your dad will mean the world to you. I remember my first build. It was a green '54 Desoto. My dad traded it for some tequila
Anyways here is the picture...
Notice the uniform 1/4 inch gaps on the doors? Perfect! .....but look at the gaps on the side vents. I am thinking of grinding the metal side vents to fit...but I again...risk damaging paint in areas I don't want damaged, and I would permanently be damaging the vent.
Last edited by Brandons72vette; 11-21-2014 at 07:36 PM.
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"Later on in life, your '66 restoration with your dad will mean the world to you."
Your right about that. The car is definitely cool, but it's the time spent together that I really value. Just one reason why I want to get the project going. We've missed out on too much time already. This year he'll be 60 so that just adds to the worries that time is running short.
Btw, awesome your dad has accomplished so much in his life. My dad just got into flying a few years back and he loves it. His dad had a 182 when he was a kid. Seems the 'flying bug' passes down the generations
Your right about that. The car is definitely cool, but it's the time spent together that I really value. Just one reason why I want to get the project going. We've missed out on too much time already. This year he'll be 60 so that just adds to the worries that time is running short.
Btw, awesome your dad has accomplished so much in his life. My dad just got into flying a few years back and he loves it. His dad had a 182 when he was a kid. Seems the 'flying bug' passes down the generations
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"Later on in life, your '66 restoration with your dad will mean the world to you."
Your right about that. The car is definitely cool, but it's the time spent together that I really value. Just one reason why I want to get the project going. We've missed out on too much time already. This year he'll be 60 so that just adds to the worries that time is running short.
Btw, awesome your dad has accomplished so much in his life. My dad just got into flying a few years back and he loves it. His dad had a 182 when he was a kid. Seems the 'flying bug' passes down the generations
Your right about that. The car is definitely cool, but it's the time spent together that I really value. Just one reason why I want to get the project going. We've missed out on too much time already. This year he'll be 60 so that just adds to the worries that time is running short.
Btw, awesome your dad has accomplished so much in his life. My dad just got into flying a few years back and he loves it. His dad had a 182 when he was a kid. Seems the 'flying bug' passes down the generations
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I don't know if this will help you... but the price is nice...
1964 Corvette Mid Year Front End - $750 (Nashville)
1964 Corvette Mid Year Front End - $750 (Nashville)
For sale is a complete front end for a 1963-1967 Corvette. It has never been installed on a car. Local pick up only, will accept reasonable offers. Call Greg at 615-566-7794 with questions.
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