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The Tear Down Process |
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As mentioned before, when we purchased the car the owner had already begun disassembling it. But that was 20 years earlier! And, it seems a small family of cats had decided to make the car their home (or at least their toilet). Many of the parts taken off will not be re-used as we will opt for newer technology. But we will keep some pieces to match up to the newer parts, to ensure correct fitting. |
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Here are some side pictures of the car before and after disassembly. I learned quickly the need for patience (and WD40!). Virtually every bolt on the car was rusted, and required persistence to get off. My important lesson - soak in WD40, wait several minutes (in some cases days), then attempt to extract. If not successful, apply more WD40 and wait. |
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| Here are some pictures of the stripped interior. Most of the original parts will not be used. They were either rusted, broken, or not appropriate for this cars new theme. |
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| In the engine compartment was the original 289, with the top loader 4 speed transmission. No AC, only a heater. For the build up we are still debating whether or not to stay with the 289, or to go with a spare 302 we have. Not debated is the fact that we will convert to a T5 transmission. |
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| This car did not even have electric windshield washer. To spray the windshield requires applying pressure to a foot activated pump. Here is the picture of the old school washer bag. |
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| The front suspension consisted of the stock components installed in 1967. These will all be replaced with a modern shock set up, including applying an 'ol Shelby trick to relocate the upper control arms. We will also install a rack and pinion steering and 4 wheel power disc brakes. |  |
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