Bolt Size?

[MtotheIKEo]

Originally Posted by CarlC

Let's not delve into proper length specifications for double shear just yet either. ..... ;-)

One of my biggest pet peeves with suppliers. Not providing proper bolts for their kits. Threads cutting up mounting tabs and being mounted in shear.

[CarlC]

Originally Posted by MtotheIKEo

One of my biggest pet peeves with suppliers. Not providing proper bolts for their kits. Threads cutting up mounting tabs and being mounted in shear.

Even the OE parts are like this. After using the correct AN standard fastener it's hard to consider going back except on resto-builds.

[GregWeld]

Do it RIGHT the first time or forever live with a result you're unhappy with. Building these cars needs to be satisfying for many years after you get done - or you'll be re-doing or selling at a huge loss to build another...

In other words - if that's the look you want. Don't skimp and do it half assed because you will be sorry you did.

[Musclerodz]

Originally Posted by GregWeld

Do it RIGHT the first time or forever live with a result you're unhappy with. Building these cars needs to be satisfying for many years after you get done - or you'll be re-doing or selling at a huge loss to build another...

In other words - if that's the look you want. Don't skimp and do it half assed because you will be sorry you did.

x3 x4 x5. I did that with my 69 Camaro vert. took a huge bath on it. Now I am in the same boat with my K5, but that is soon about to change.....

[Vegas69]

I'm going to have to play right field here. It's way to easy to get caught in moment building these cars and get in the mind set of, it's NEVER good enough. The carpet needs to match the drapes, but what I found most important was function and engagement. If I ever built one again I'd focus on what makes a car great, to DRIVE. The way the door shuts, the pedal arrangement, power and heated seats, killer sound system, no squeaks and rattles, great driveability, modern headlights, factory reliability, and the list goes on.. In all honesty, these are many of the things my car lacked. Instead of spending $500 on tail light housings, how about a better pedal set up? Instead of $5,000 on an aluminum block, how about an engaging interior. You catch my drift and I think your ideals are similar.

[Vince@Meanstreets]

Originally Posted by Vegas69

I'm going to have to play right field here. It's way to easy to get caught in moment building these cars and get in the mind set of, it's NEVER good enough. The carpet needs to match the drapes, but what I found most important was function and engagement. If I ever built one again I'd focus on what makes a car great, to DRIVE. The way the door shuts, the pedal arrangement, power and heated seats, killer sound system, no squeaks and rattles, great driveability, modern headlights, factory reliability, and the list goes on.. In all honesty, these are many of the things my car lacked. Instead of spending $500 on tail light housings, how about a better pedal set up? Instead of $5,000 on an aluminum block, how about an engaging interior. You catch my drift and I think your ideals are similar.

most of those you listed should already be on the list and are close to free Todd. I do agree on the $500 billet tail lights, and an aluminum block. I like the little details that you can do will a little money that go along way.

[Spiffav8]

Originally Posted by Vegas69

I'm going to have to play right field here. It's way to easy to get caught in moment building these cars and get in the mind set of, it's NEVER good enough. The carpet needs to match the drapes, but what I found most important was function and engagement. If I ever built one again I'd focus on what makes a car great, to DRIVE. The way the door shuts, the pedal arrangement, power and heated seats, killer sound system, no squeaks and rattles, great driveability, modern headlights, factory reliability, and the list goes on.. In all honesty, these are many of the things my car lacked. Instead of spending $500 on tail light housings, how about a better pedal set up? Instead of $5,000 on an aluminum block, how about an engaging interior. You catch my drift and I think your ideals are similar.

You speak of what I call "Balance". I 100% agree that those types of things make the driving experience. Personally I don't need the heated/power seats, but agree on the function, fit and dependability of things. My goal is to make it all flow smoothly. I want to be impressed with the car from the moment I walk up to it, to the moment I walk away from it. I'm sure there will be a few changes here and there. One simply can't know everything they like or dislike without trying them. Right now I have Jeffs 68 in my garage while he builds his shop. I've had the car out a few times and it's the perfect way for me to really experience what works and doesn't work for me.

[Vegas69]

It certainly helps when you know the actual purpose of the car. You have more experience than most in this culture. I"ll be interested in what you end up with...