Another '77 Project
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Melting Slicks
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From: Peoria Arizona
Today progress...
I ground down the glass and double checked everywhere for separation or air bubbles. Turned out pretty good and feels rock solid. I then started working on my door gaps and filling over the top corner glass work I did.
Now it starts to look a little better
Thanks for taking time to follow along on this journey!
Adam
I ground down the glass and double checked everywhere for separation or air bubbles. Turned out pretty good and feels rock solid. I then started working on my door gaps and filling over the top corner glass work I did.
Now it starts to look a little better
Thanks for taking time to follow along on this journey!
Adam
Melting Slicks
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From: Midland Ontario
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Buddy........***** of steel!!!!!!! I'm your new biggest fan......excellent job, great attention to detail, that gap looks completely uniform now.....well done.
Note: If you can handle that clusterf**k, glassing in the nose and tail will be a breeze.
Note: If you can handle that clusterf**k, glassing in the nose and tail will be a breeze.
Last edited by briankeery; May 3, 2012 at 05:51 PM.
Drifting
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From: Schererville IN
Looking great! 
I love to see a fellow Vette guy working on his own ride.
That front bumper is going to look sick.
If you bond the front, I'd bond the rear bumper too.
A '74 rear bumper will match that new front bumper real nice with no more bumperettes.
I love to see a fellow Vette guy working on his own ride.
That front bumper is going to look sick.
If you bond the front, I'd bond the rear bumper too.
A '74 rear bumper will match that new front bumper real nice with no more bumperettes.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Peoria Arizona
I may close up the door gap a little more but it's much better I think.Thanks again for the comments guys!
Adam
Melting Slicks
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That is really nice work. I applaud your willingness to "research, buy, install"! You should be proud of the improvements; and I am increasingly jealous of the progress you're making. I have started chipping away at mine again of late; nothing photo worthy (yet) but there's an engine install on the horizon here.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Peoria Arizona
Thank you Roco!
Thanks Markids! Good deal on the upcoming engine - I'll be looking forward to following your progress on that for sure!
Adam
That is really nice work. I applaud your willingness to "research, buy, install"! You should be proud of the improvements; and I am increasingly jealous of the progress you're making. I have started chipping away at mine again of late; nothing photo worthy (yet) but there's an engine install on the horizon here.
Adam
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Adam, I am very impressed with your most informative restoration. I spent 2 hrs this afternoon and I read your every word. You are doing an exceptional job. The pictures are excellent and your description of the build are spot on. I have enjoyed the build and look very forward to seeing you finish this work of art and your passion.
Thanks so much. You are doing what I can't because of age, back problems and knowledge. I just wanted you to know that many are watching and enjoying your fine build.
boeing46/Mike
Thanks so much. You are doing what I can't because of age, back problems and knowledge. I just wanted you to know that many are watching and enjoying your fine build.
boeing46/Mike
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Melting Slicks
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From: Peoria Arizona
Adam, I am very impressed with your most informative restoration. I spent 2 hrs this afternoon and I read your every word. You are doing an exceptional job. The pictures are excellent and your description of the build are spot on. I have enjoyed the build and look very forward to seeing you finish this work of art and your passion.
Thanks so much. You are doing what I can't because of age, back problems and knowledge. I just wanted you to know that many are watching and enjoying your fine build.
boeing46/Mike
Thanks so much. You are doing what I can't because of age, back problems and knowledge. I just wanted you to know that many are watching and enjoying your fine build.
boeing46/Mike
I'm sorry to hear about your back problems. I can relate directly to that. I'm 46, and was in a motorcycle wreck at 19.
It's a labor of love - and hate at times, but my wife and I will really enjoy the time we spend together while cruising it and meeting other car folks at the small shows we would like to attend.
God Bless!
Adam
Last edited by AdamMeh; May 3, 2012 at 11:22 PM.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Peoria Arizona
Since we're going to be purchasing a fiberglass rear bumper cover next fall and we're looking at going seamless front and rear I decided that it would be a good idea to fill the gaps on this stock rubber cover. I'm aware it will eventually crack, but this will only be for about 3 - 4 months. My thought is that once it's sprayed in primer I'll be able to tell if I like it seamless before I start grinding into a $300+ new rear cover. 
Thanks for looking and commenting,
Adam
Thanks for looking and commenting,
Adam
Drifting
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From: Feeding Hills, MA
Adam, I am very impressed with your most informative restoration. I spent 2 hrs this afternoon and I read your every word. You are doing an exceptional job. The pictures are excellent and your description of the build are spot on. I have enjoyed the build and look very forward to seeing you finish this work of art and your passion.
Thanks so much. You are doing what I can't because of age, back problems and knowledge. I just wanted you to know that many are watching and enjoying your fine build.
boeing46/Mike
Thanks so much. You are doing what I can't because of age, back problems and knowledge. I just wanted you to know that many are watching and enjoying your fine build.
boeing46/Mike
No really I have also been following along and have been very impressed. I don't know how you even find all the time.
Melting Slicks
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From: S Nevada
You're progressing nicely Adam. I'm pretty much done with the chassis, its a roller now. It's under covers awaiting my body. I have the interior blown apart and everything out of the engine bay. Thank goodness for our dry climate, no major issues, just smalll glass repairs and paint. It's been a yr today since I brought it home. Probably another yr before I drive it. Have fun, I still am.
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Melting Slicks
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And here is today's update. It's in primer This is just a first coat (well 3 coats) that will hold it over for the summer. Once the heat goes away this fall, I'll start blocking and continue on with the project.
As you'll notice, I have put the stock front bumper cover back on so we could get it street legal again - blinkers, park lights etc. It's pretty warped up, but it will work for now.
I think I like the seamless look. If my wife and I agree, then we'll go for a fiberglass rear cover this fall and I'll glass it in. This is just the stock cover with bodywork to cover the seam.
I'll prime the hood and t-tops tomorrow morning while it's not 100+ outside
Thanks for taking time to follow along,
Adam
This is just a first coat (well 3 coats) that will hold it over for the summer. Once the heat goes away this fall, I'll start blocking and continue on with the project. As you'll notice, I have put the stock front bumper cover back on so we could get it street legal again - blinkers, park lights etc. It's pretty warped up, but it will work for now.
I think I like the seamless look. If my wife and I agree, then we'll go for a fiberglass rear cover this fall and I'll glass it in. This is just the stock cover with bodywork to cover the seam.
I'll prime the hood and t-tops tomorrow morning while it's not 100+ outside
Thanks for taking time to follow along,
Adam
Last edited by AdamMeh; May 12, 2012 at 01:26 AM.
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Melting Slicks
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From: Peoria Arizona
Thanks again,
Adam