The Spirit of '66 Build Thread: AutoX Stingray

[Flash68]

Originally Posted by 65_LS1_T56

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That is just rad, dude.

[65_LS1_T56]

Originally Posted by bdahlg68

As I've heard in just about every vehicle assembly plant tour, "this is what we like to call the "marriage"!"

Well, the marriage didn't go without a few problems, but with some more counseling, I'm sure we can work thru the issues

Originally Posted by Paraman1

As sick as your Chevelle is this 66 is going to be one of those cars everyone wants a ride along in . 70's styling with an updated drivetrain ? I can't wait to see some videos of this thing on a road course , its gonna be awesome !!

Thanks. Oh my Chevelle is still cooler. That's what I keep telling her anyway so maybe she'll want to switch vehicles

Originally Posted by SSLance

I've seen a few Corvette bodies put on frames over the years, but NONE of those frames looked anywhere near as cool and menacing as that one did!!

Great job. She's gonna love the attention that car gets everywhere it goes.

Thanks Lance, it's weird because it is 99% stock other than the silver color and the VanSteel trailing arms and mono spring. It definitely look different and I'm sure some hardcore Vette guys would not approve

Originally Posted by Flash68

That is just rad, dude.

Far out, isn't it?
Thanks Dave

[Payton King]

I just love this car!

[Jay Hilliard]

Looks great. Glad to see it back together again. Very cool car and build, especially with the history. Awesome job!

[65_LS1_T56]

[71RS/SS396]

Originally Posted by 65_LS1_T56

Bling! Bling!

[65_LS1_T56]

Originally Posted by 71RS/SS396

Bling! Bling!

Yep!

Hehe...

[65_LS1_T56]

Should be covered for the next few holidays and special events

So I probably should show what's in the box. Well, after much deliberation she decided on Forgeline GZ3's, gloss gunmetal centers and polished step-lip hoops. Ended up with 18x9.5's and 18x11's. Currently a 265/315 combo, but it sure looks like a 275 will go up front no sweat.

We couldn't be happier with how they transformed the car. The finish goes so good with the paint color(s).

There has been lots of other updates that haven't been posted yet, more about those after some pics of the wheels. Had to roll it outside in the daylight. Note: ride height is close, but not set and no alignment yet. The rear has like 2" of toe and 3+ degrees of negative camber...






Oh, and the mating plate from my ride, G-Velle...

Thanks again to Billy at B&B Classics for working out the sizing on the wheels and the order. Guys, give him a call if you are buying!

As far as other updates, not nearly as exciting as new rollers!, we did get the motor started about two weeks ago. Fired right up, ran pretty good right out of the gate without setting timing or messing with the Holley Ultra HP at all. Sounds pretty good too. We still have several issues to work thru on the front accessories, get the radiator in, wire the electric fans, finish the brake system, install the column and seats. Few loose ends underneath too.
Got a set of Ridetech HQ single adjustable front coilovers and smooth bodies for the rear. Need to mod the front lower control arms to drop the lower mount. Due to limited clearance through the frames, the upper stud mount needs to be extended to push the coilover down, therefore the lower mount needs to be moved down as well. Aftermarket arms are in our future, but for now we'll leave the stock (modified) stuff in there.

Can't wait to go for a cruise in it.

[k7king]

Looking good Aaron

[SSLance]

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