wikdsvt
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I bought this car last summer from the MM classifieds.
Since that time, I put a new built AOD trans in it and had some engine work done. It's your basic 302 with a "cam and intake." The wiring was a mess, so I straightened that out. The goal is to have it back on the street for Dream Cruise, or shortly thereafter.
It should run alright with a moderately built 302, AOD Trans, 8.8 rear end with locker and 3.73 gears. It will have 4 wheel disc brakes. I have a A/C complete kit to install, but debating whether to install it or not.
I bought some OEM NOS fenders, Door skins (previous owner shaved the door handles). Besides that the body is very solid. I'll be trimming the front spoiler back a little to make it look more modern.
I already went through the suspension and replaced anything that was worn out. I got the car sitting nice, then decided to change the rear end. Due to the rear end axle shafts being larger diameter, it will lower the rear a little more. (I might have to replace the rear leaf springs as I previous had to massage the inner wheel wells to fit the huge ass rear tires. The leaf spring eyelet is currently below the leaf spring. I might have to buy a set with the eyelet above the spring to raise the rear a little bit. New KYB shocks all around.
Here are some before pics.
This weekend, I finally got some time to work on it. Took the driver's door off the car and removed the door skin. I plan on having it back on sometimes over this upcoming weekend. I have to get the new fender installed first. I have to prep and paint the underside of them first. Iwent to town stripping some of the paint off. Removed the moldings.
current photos (after this weekend):
Upcoming weekend goals. fill holes in engine compartment and paint it (without removing the engine).
Since that time, I put a new built AOD trans in it and had some engine work done. It's your basic 302 with a "cam and intake." The wiring was a mess, so I straightened that out. The goal is to have it back on the street for Dream Cruise, or shortly thereafter.
It should run alright with a moderately built 302, AOD Trans, 8.8 rear end with locker and 3.73 gears. It will have 4 wheel disc brakes. I have a A/C complete kit to install, but debating whether to install it or not.
I bought some OEM NOS fenders, Door skins (previous owner shaved the door handles). Besides that the body is very solid. I'll be trimming the front spoiler back a little to make it look more modern.
I already went through the suspension and replaced anything that was worn out. I got the car sitting nice, then decided to change the rear end. Due to the rear end axle shafts being larger diameter, it will lower the rear a little more. (I might have to replace the rear leaf springs as I previous had to massage the inner wheel wells to fit the huge ass rear tires. The leaf spring eyelet is currently below the leaf spring. I might have to buy a set with the eyelet above the spring to raise the rear a little bit. New KYB shocks all around.
Here are some before pics.
This weekend, I finally got some time to work on it. Took the driver's door off the car and removed the door skin. I plan on having it back on sometimes over this upcoming weekend. I have to get the new fender installed first. I have to prep and paint the underside of them first. Iwent to town stripping some of the paint off. Removed the moldings.
current photos (after this weekend):
Upcoming weekend goals. fill holes in engine compartment and paint it (without removing the engine).
