I was selling this car last year, but decided to get it done. special thanks to Beamer, r72GS, and many others on this site for help with parts and information. once the 455 is in it next year it will be complete.
That place looks familiar... Paint job looks good Tom. When is the powerplant going in? I saw where you were asking about the bell adapters for the tranny. Definately looking nice, keep us posted with progress. Mike
Thanks...Well worth it, I am so glad I stuck with it, I like the car more each day, so do my kids . Mike...I'll put the 455 in next year, too much on my plate right now especially with the racing this seson.
I know what you mean. I had a guy down in Long Island drop mine in for me and what a nightmare it turned out to be. I wish I had got off my arse and done it myself earlier. The guy use to know what he was doing, but did several things quite different than I would treat my own stuff. But I did have my front end rebuilt (basically) when he did the disc brake conversion as well. I spent a lot of money having done what I should have done myself. But I am now driving it, that is after spending another chunk having the carb overhauled and calibrated. Definately some extra expenses I was not expecting. Had her out tonight for a spin and loved the throttle feeling. My oldest son was laughing about how he was getting thrown into the seat. Can you say Big Block Buick ??? Heck, I still have the peg leg 2.56's in there. I am trying to find a 3.42 posi for my rear. I know you have your Monte, but wait 'till you feel what a mild Buick can do. I think you will be impressed. How has the season been doing for you? Did you win your bracket? I know it was neck to neck with the one guy. I hope all is well with the family, and be safe. Mike
Thanks '71.... Mike, There are two races left...I am in first by 1 round..pressure is on..But I will be competing in the NHRA Bracket Finals in Delaware at the end of the month no matter what. I just hooked up with a disc brake setup, fully operational just removed from a running vehicle this morning. Is the 455 swap a difficult swap? Any tips ? any spare parts ? Tom
Tom, Pretty straight forward swap. Frame pads needs to be changed out and front springs. The 455 weighs a moderate bit more and if your springs are even a little on the weak side, you will definately notice. But guess what... You will be doing a disc brake swap, that is a perfect time to do the springs. I do have a set of frame pads, if you are interested in them, I paid like $50 for them and you can have them for $40, they are not doing me any good now... That is awesome being in first place, good luck and I am sure you will be very proud no matter the outcome of the next two races. Good luck in Delaware as well. The car definately looks good, I will have to snap some shots of my motor sitting in so you can see how much room there still is. But I do not have A/C and that helps to open the compartment up for room. Will chat sometime, give me a ring. Mike
OK, This Car is for Sale Again. Comes with a running '72 455 and a Good Chevy Bolt pattern TH400. $11,900.
