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Sep 22, 2013 | 10:53 PM

n.g.hayes

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Oh no, another 68 vert project

SOLD SOLD SOLD
Started on this one in late January so I thought it may be time for some updates. All I got in this deal was a body and frame !!!
Thanks,
Norm

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Sep 23, 2013 | 07:49 AM

oldalaskaman

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you do nice work, I'm looking for a vert, thanks for posting

Sep 23, 2013 | 07:57 AM

John 65

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you do nice work, I'm looking for a vert, thanks for posting

Looking real good !

Good luck with the hunt O-A.

Sep 23, 2013 | 11:19 AM

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Nice work. Congratulations on your progress.

Sep 23, 2013 | 12:59 PM

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Sep 23, 2013 | 02:24 PM

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Wow, very nice. Like the rear end too! That's a wild set-up with the shocks!

Forgot to add, NICE welds too!

Sep 23, 2013 | 05:43 PM

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Backing up a little here to show the custom image flares from Josh Powers. All four fenders were replaced. Four inch rears and two inch on the fronts.

Sep 25, 2013 | 02:23 PM

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68 Side vents flipped over to the outside and openings closed down a half inch.

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Jan 1, 2014 | 10:03 PM

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68 Side vents flipped over to the outside and openings closed down a half inch.

Jan 2, 2014 | 11:40 AM

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Norm, liking the flares. This one going big block too. This is Scott, I got your old rear bumpers a while back. You are a glutten for punishment aren't cha? Keep up the good work.
Scott

Jan 2, 2014 | 12:10 PM

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I think you should retitle this thread to be "Oh YES!, another 68 vert project".

Great work.

Jan 2, 2014 | 12:11 PM

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Nice work. Flares look good. Love the gill flip.

Jan 2, 2014 | 03:03 PM

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Nice work. Flares look good. Love the gill flip.

Hi Scott and all the other members. Yes, I am looking to punish myself with another crazy project. Tough road to follow if I hope to one up myself from the last vet. As far as power, yes, another big block. Ordered the 6 point roll bar last week so maybe the track officials will stay off my butt. Looking at Shafiroff power from their 540 with a 695HP power rating. This month is one year of work and maybe a couple more to completion. Thanks to all for the kind words. More to follow I hope.

Jan 2, 2014 | 09:24 PM

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Love the flares and the HP you are going to power this 68 with!! I do have to ask a dumb question though.... The gill flip - was this done for increased airflow, unique style point? Keep up the great work - can't wait to see more pictures!

Jan 2, 2014 | 11:36 PM

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Good question Lupigiato. Tired of looking at the same design so I went with my version and just maybe they will allow a little better air evacuation from within the engine bay. Time will tell. Thanks for the question.
Norm

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Jan 3, 2014 | 12:18 AM

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WOW!

It looks great!

(I think that your suspension just exceeded the cost of my entire project....LOL!)

Jan 3, 2014 | 06:31 AM

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Awesome work , looking forward to following along!

Jan 3, 2014 | 11:05 AM

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Norman--

Awesome work my man, superb craftsmanship... Why did you trim the battery/jack boxes???

Rogman

Jan 3, 2014 | 03:59 PM

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Norman--

Awesome work my man, superb craftsmanship... Why did you trim the battery/jack boxes???

Rogman

Hi Rogman,
Box trim job was a result of better looks from the rear and I always relocate my battery in the engine compartment on starter side of motor. That way my cables are very short and handle loads better. The jack is something I hope I never need. If it breaks, call Hagerty!
Thanks for the question,
Norm