well, it's looking very doubtful to have the Chevelle ready for PT; kinda got hung up on the body prep. So I bought a "plan B" car. Please do not laugh if you see me cruising down the road in it! 
It's a 70 Maverick with 8200 original miles. Very clean car, auto trans, and the amazing 200 cid 6 with 105 HP!  No ps, no pb (4 wheel manual drums), and no a/c. Perfect for the Tour! 
I figure I'll hook a tow strap to Camaro X or the Red Witch so they don't ditch me every day. 
Jody