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Mar 13, 2008 | 03:30 PM

cgc

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Racer

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Body Off Update

It’s been some time since I posted on my 68 off frame project. Between school, sports, and my schedule the grandson hasn’t been able to help much this winter. I have removed everything from the frame and waiting for warmer weather to have the frame sand blasted so I can paint it. No real issues with the removal of the different parts attached to the frame. I did have to cut one T/A bolt and drill out the ball joints rivets. Grinding the rivet heads off and a hammer/punch was not enough. I pressed all A-arm bushings out yesterday. I know I am 1 to 2 yrs. from being finish but I am already dreaming about getting another project car but that will probably never happen, $$$$$.
I will repost some old pictures along with new ones to bring everyone up to date.

charlie

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Mar 13, 2008 | 04:04 PM

donnd

Racer

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From: Kingston Ontario

Looks like you got most of the hard stuff done and out of the way .
Good luck ,and keep us up to date on the rest of your resto.

Mar 13, 2008 | 04:49 PM

69monzacpe

Burning Brakes

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From: Cartersville GA

Pictures like these always bring back the memories, a few bad ones but mostly good

Good luck on the resto, post pics and keep us up to date. Looks like a nice '68 will come out of this one!

Mar 13, 2008 | 05:06 PM

Alan 71

Team Owner

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From: Westminster Maryland

Very interesting pictures. The picture of the body next to the chassis really shows how 1 car fills up a 2 car garage. Looks like you're having FUN!
Regards,
Alan

Mar 13, 2008 | 06:04 PM

77Vette4S&J

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From: Pittsboro IN

Thanks for the update and looking good!

Mar 13, 2008 | 06:21 PM

redwingvette

Safety Car

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From: Waterford Mi

Frame looks solid so far. Keep up the good work.
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Mar 13, 2008 | 09:58 PM

hwcoop

Melting Slicks

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From: Airdrie Alberta

Great job!, sure brings back memories
A good sandblasting will clean that frame up

Mar 14, 2008 | 05:06 PM

cgc

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Racer

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Thanks for all the kind words. As you can tell I am no photographer. I am really enjoying myself. Alan you bring up a good point about the garage. I have to stay on top of housekeeping.

charlie