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12 years after being imprisoned in storage building # 12 I am headed in a new direction with an old project. Was once headed toward the NMCA. Now I'm headed in the pro touring direction. We'll see what happens.

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been 2 minutes time for an update

Thats going really fast :rofl: Got to the love the big cars !

Cool project.:thumbsup: Please keep us updated on the progress.:thumbsup: Scott

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Originally Posted by RECOVERY ROOM (Post 331230)

Thats going really fast :rofl: Got to the love the big cars !

Yeah I know, we work quick....I am replying via cell phone from the paint booth. Trying to get it squirted and buffed before tomorrow morning. Think you could have my interior done by lunch tomorrow?:rofl:

What front clip are you using? Also what are you planning for all the other mods and drivetrain?

Awesome work cant wait to see it all done!!:thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by 61ragtop (Post 331253)

What front clip are you using? Also what are you planning for all the other mods and drivetrain?

Awesome work cant wait to see it all done!!:thumbsup:

Morrison GT IFS, 3 link rear based on stock set up. Nine inch was modified for drag racing but I am going with a watts link now. Already has coil overs and adjustability built in (it was so slick last century:lol: ) . IE two piece drive shaft. I trying to con Blake from Speedtech into making some bars for the rear, but I am going to get the front where I want it first. 14 inch wilwoods on the front. Back will most likely match the front. Undecided on 18's, 19's or staggered 18's and 19's. Minitub the rear, and a custom fuel tank. Fuel injected 409 of some sort for power, and an RS 600 from Keisler. Keeping most of the cage and the rest of the interior is a mystery. Just want to get it rolling. Here are a couple of rear susupension shots.
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Sounds cool!!!! I am calling Blake tomorrow about sway bars for my '61. I would personally go 19 up front and 20 in the rear, I have 18 and 20 stagger and find the 18's too small for the larger wheel well on the fulsize cars. Just a personal opinion though I thinkit will look killer regardless of wheel size. Keep it up and I will be following this build. Keep the updates and specs comin!!!!!:cheers:

what are your plans for the mid section of the frame?

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Originally Posted by R.A.D (Post 332346)

what are your plans for the mid section of the frame?

Some sort of through exhaust. Might need to remake the trans crossmember. Trim the center box, and two piece IE driveshaft. havent got there yet, but will post when I do.

Richie

woo hoo bumpers fit

Awesome job guys, it looks great.

Lookin real good.But I think you you have enough room for some really wide tire's.:thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by coolwelder62 (Post 341811)

Lookin real good.But I think you you have enough room for some really wide tire's.:thumbsup:

that's a 245 18, got room for a 275. probably going to stay conservative...or not! have not made up my mind.

I love 63's! I have a wagon.. What wheels are you going with?

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Originally Posted by BritishGreen68 (Post 342003)

I love 63's! I have a wagon.. What wheels are you going with?

good question. the wheels in the pics are my dad's off his chevelle. i am torn between new gen splitters, and schott venoms with the tri bar spinners. also, i like the intro retros. that's kind of where i am at right now.

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Originally Posted by BritishGreen68 (Post 342003)

I love 63's! I have a wagon..

:thumbsup: so does my brother...

Lookie here! Anybody know what this is?

Been waiting on this for another project for quite some time. Finally they are shipping. Just got it yesterday. Any guesses?:unibrow:
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Very Cool.:thumbsup: :thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by LILBuzzy (Post 361275)

Been waiting on this for another project for quite some time. Finally they are shipping. Just got it yesterday. Any guesses?:unibrow:
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In 9 months and nobody identified the Kiesler Unicorn RS600?:rolleyes:

Cool Fays II watts and custom tire clearance.:thumbsup:

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Originally Posted by LILBuzzy (Post 361275)

Been waiting on this for another project for quite some time. Finally they are shipping. Just got it yesterday. Any guesses?:unibrow:
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You are really lucky...
I am still waiting for this RS600...:(

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Originally Posted by medbali76 (Post 410148)

You are really lucky...
I am still waiting for this RS600...:(

the new ss's are about to roll out. you might look into one of those. i talked with a keisler dude at charlotte. he said that it takes so much longer to build the rs 600 and that they wait goes on. unfortunately that rs went into a 65 gto. i am no where ready for a trans yet. i am pondering a new tci 6spd auto. with the paddle shifters. really dont know yet.

on the frame....off the frame....does it ever end? well, all said, it fits pretty well. floor pans, tubs and then finish the bottom.
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do your self a favor don't weld the trunk pan in yet. until you finish the tubs.they are alot easier to do when you are not laying on your belly!
you can just stand up and do them with the trunk floor removed. Just trying to make your job easier.