Regal guys : How about some pics for motivation?

Mike, here are a few photo's, in a couple of them you can see the metal plates that end up being glassed over after you've got eveything lined up. This was the first time I ever did this type of fabrication, like anything else measure -check and check again. I set the front wrap on jack stands and wood blocks to line it up. Then pop riveted the mounting plates in place and tack welded the support rods to the plates. I had to trim the hood and fender area by the windshield and doors ( front wrap was long ) to get mine in proper position in relation to the front tires. The arrows point to pivot collars that I installed and welded the support rods on, as the horizontal rod they are on is stationary. The end support rods slide into the each end of the main horizontal rod and they pivot. Like you I wasnt sure I wanted to go this way but once I started I knew it was what I wanted. Not sure of the gain I'll get in performance, ( weight ) but I've found the access to any work up front is well worth it. I can easily remove/install or open close it by myself. Hope this helps. Keep me posted...........Mike

 

When I get more time I will be taking a real close look at this. thanks for posting it ! Looks pretty cool though!

 

poor dirty thing. just got dropped back off from having dual 3" with the xpipe and flowmasters put on it. dam shop parked it under the lift with a snow and mud covered car hanging above it.(little pissed) cant really wash it in the snow before i pull it back in the garage. 455s sure do sound nice with big pipes :TU:

 

I'd be pissed too! Your car looks pretty straight! You should video tape it as you pull it into the garage then post it here! Easy right? lol... Nice ride

 

A few new pics. Shawn

 

nice car. to live in a place where you could drive all year around.ray:

 

I used to say that about racing dirt bikes ... then I figured I couldn't afford the parts all year! What to do......

Nice pics, keep them coming :TU:

 

Aintno 8
What upper radiator hose application is that? I need to figure out which upper and lower hoses to use for my swap. Was a Turbo V6
Thanks in advance, Don

 

I picked it up at Car Quest auto parts asked for upper hose for 68 GS 400. Sorry I don't have their part number. Lower hose is a flex as it fit best for where I positioned the radiator. Hope this helps.That is a wicked launch pic.........Mike

 

Hey Dan, I used a upper hose for a 70 GS with a 455. I think the auto parts store showed it as a Skylark with a 455. Not sure about the lower hose though. Hope this helps. Shawn

 

very wicked :TU:

 

Thank you to both of you for the hose info. Big help. The picture of the car leaving was at Reynolds 2006. The car kept coming up (all I could see was HOOD!!) somehow I shifted to 2nd and let out of it slowly and it came down without hurting anything. That was a 25lbs of boost launch. I never did that again...LOL:eek2:
Thanks again, Don

 

This is my 79 pontiac 400 powered regal, currently receiveing the following ,cutting f/r bumpers to tuck closser to body and blast to paint, installing aluminum deck and hood w/4"cowlinduction,f/r sway bars,frame braces,8.5 3:42,(broke 2 7.5"s last year) and a nice deep metalick black car is capable of mid 13's on low comp,stock crap 72 vintage 7j2 heads,and stock manifolds

 

I don't have any decent pics yet but here is some video of my Regal courtesy of the previous owner:

http://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=455+regal&search_type=


Btw, Don thats one heck of a launch pic! I have a "wild launch pics" thread in The Bench area maybe you could post it there, its definately deserving:TU:

-Rob

 

Nice looking ride :TU: I will show a buddy what you have, he has a T-type, a GN and a GTO , and he loves Pontiac's. Your combo will make him smile.

Welcome to the "board" !

 

Man that thing takes off hard :TU:

 

you're making me sick, mine had the Buckskin landau top to match the interior - its now in Buick Heaven.....
Nice Car!!

 

Hey there- I'm in the beginning stages of a 77 regal 455 repower - any help you can offer or sources?? I keep coming up dry!!
Thanks
Robert

 

What kind of resources do you need? This site has a wealth of them. Just ask.

-mark

 

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