That's the way to do it! :stirthepot:

Brent,

What penance will you perform for no update for over a year?

:rules:

Well.. Once again... The dust gets blown of this thread... Although I haven't posted much in a long time... Still been moving forward... It's officially off to paint!! Curtis' car finally got wrapped up so mine was next in line... And yes... Jim (Painter) has quite the sense of humor... The parking sign was out front when I rolled up... We're just a few years late.... But hey... We're finally on to the next chapter...... Attachment 64748Attachment 64749Attachment 64750

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Finally, I bet it feels really good


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Looking forward to seeing more of it Brent...

Congrats, Brent. That's a major milestone to reach. Some days I questions if I'll ever make it. Better late than never. Still sticking with the same color scheme? You gotta post pics when it's in color.

Thats fantastic Brent!! cant wait to see it painted.

Great news Brent!

sweeet! Can't wait to see it move into the next stage!

You'll certainly be up for a "Dust Buster of the Year" award...... or Decade. :D

Awesome! :headspin:

Don't hand that out just yet! :underchair:

Looking good! Gives those of us with, uhm, "longterm" projects some hope too.

John

You have no idea... Oh wait...Yes you do!! :)

Never a dull moment with you around Skip! LOL!

Huge Milestone. People can say a lot of things about me - but quitter isn't one of them! LOL! You can do it.... Keep plugging away! Not 100% on the scheme. Been tossing some other ideas around..... We'll see what color comes out of Jim's gun!

Thanks! Me either!

Thanks Flash!

Thanks Jeff! You and me both! I still look at yours....

As long as this thing keeps moving forward - I'll gladly except that award! Maybe I'll change the name of the car to that?


If I can do it John - anybody can!

Thanks Brycen!!!

Congrats Brother! It's long over due!! :captain: Looking forward to the updates.

Jim....Well Played on the parking sign!! :lamo:

That sign was hysterical.....

Love that it's going to paint Brent. Now sign up for the Hall of Fame Tour 2020 and come have some fun with us.

Been way to long since I've updated this thread and to see that Greg was the last one to comment brought up some good old memories.. We all miss him....


In between then (when I dropped it off at Jim's for paint) and now my son and I built a 68 Camaro (Project Memory Maker.. which Jim also painted). Between that and life itself for both myself and Jim the 55 stalled for a bit. I've been very quiet about it but we've still been plugging away on it and it's back and rolling hard.

Bodywork is 100% done. Currently the car is blown apart and on the dolly. Wrapping up the underside and will be sprayed in Raptor liner. I've had the chassis for a couple months wrapping up some loose ends on that...

Pics are just random to show where we are at this point.

#nevercountmeout [emoji41]



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Great update Brent!:thumbsup:

Glad to see Nickelback is…



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I have been on many sites and have seen Greg Weld's many posts. What happened to him? Also, other than a great guy posting his knowledge and great builds, who is he? Sorry if I am out of the "know."

Greg Weld was one of a kind. I huge staple in this community who was quick to help in anyway shape or form. Whether it be building cars or investing money - he would help anybody. He was a great guy to be around and sorely missed by so many! He unfortunately passed away from cancer.

Thanks for the update. That's too bad. I noticed that he was always helping. Was he related to Weld Wheels?

No - just the same name.

Glad you're still plugging away, Brent. Keep up the momentum!

When I saw you finally posted an update I was well kinda in shock and I guess me poking the Bear finally made you post an update. The car looks great and I can't wait to see more pictures.

Hopefully you were sitting down when saw it ... [emoji1787]

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Refresher on the motor... I bought this motor from Shaver Racing. It's a 502 short block, 9.5-1, balanced, blue printed, mild Isky Roller, Pro Topline Heads and Hogan Intake. Very docile in comparison of what others are doing. Made 586 hp and 602 ft lbs torque. Been sitting so long my son and I decided to tear it down, clean it up and put it back together. Attachment 77519Attachment 77520Attachment 77521Attachment 77522Attachment 77523

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Spent some time tuning up the intake before sending it out for powder coating. Rounding corners and making a nice intake a little better. Time to move onto the motor. Polish the entire block....... Attachment 77525Attachment 77526Attachment 77527Attachment 77528Attachment 77529Attachment 77530

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Yahoo

He’s back and he’s kicking ass.


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You know 9.5-1 leaves a little room for some boost....just sayin'...:poke:



Jeff-

Shut it, Jeff!! [emoji1787] I don't need any encouragement... You have no idea how many times I've told myself.. Leave it alone... Leave it alone.. Just clean it up and put it back together... The struggle is real... Let me tell ya'!

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Not gonna like I am kinda on the " Jeff-Team "

Because 600ft pds of grunt isnt going to make that shoebox zing already.... :D


Jeff-

585 hp ! That’s all? That’s almost bottom of the ladder stuff, 700 sounds better! Sure Jody can help make that happen, what’s a few more $$$$$!!😂😂😂🥳🥳…TURBO!! TURBO!! 😂😂.

Sorry, it’s 586 hp………that’s better….😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

:morepower:drive::dance:

You guys all suck! ... 🤣🤣

After a fair amount of grinding and smoothing got everything sent off to powder coating... Everything is going Satin black except the wheel centers. Those will be going Titanium with a satin clear. Inside hoops will be going Satin black and the outside hoops will remain polished to blend with all of the factory bright work. Attachment 77531Attachment 77532Attachment 77534Attachment 77535Attachment 77536Attachment 77537

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We were talking 700 hp…..turbo addition…not powder coating! Don’t change the subject😂😂😂😂😂😂…this is gonna be fun!!!

Nice to see some progress on such a killer project.