I’m not right. Had to get this and it jumped the project line. It is the biggest mess I’ve dealt with- someone was “fixing it “ but What a mess. Pulling it apart and every fastener is wrong. For example:5/16 bolt for engine mounts! 3” long screw holding one of the seat frames. The window cranks are glued on. K code turquoise , white bucket seats, 3-speed, console, no power steering or brakes.
In the words of Robert Lee , owner of Colman Liquidation- “we cover them up “. Rust that is. Floor pan was replaced… poorly. Fuel line may be copper.
Hey, at least they didn't use compression fittings. You've got a knack for special cars, Ted. This one is going to be another, although a compact compared to the 'Cat.
Digging deep into the 68's Convertible is all apart. Parts cars are coming apart. Bunch of stuff going to the paint stripper. PO attempt at panel replacement.
Ted, that is a very unique, special, 1968 GS 400 convertible you have there ,well worth the effort in bringing her back.
…And knowledge of how to restore it, where to get parts and who to trust to do the work right. I’m glad you got that car. By the way, you didn’t buy this one did you? It was on FB about two weeks ago in Minnesota. It’s a four speed car and was really cheap. It was gone in a day. Patrick
Missed that one, bought a Skylark out of AZ. Here are some random metal work pictures... Already have new Tabco skins. Some interesting techniques in metal working!
Quarter Replacement progress. inside of Tabco finished up with marker light style for 68 Out with the old Help me I'm naked!
both quarters on! Frame is in the strip tank, should see that soon. Time to ship out the Transmission to Dennis M, carb to Ken. Rear has been in stock - thanking JD Race Monzaz. Legendary white bucket seat interior is shipping in January.
Wheels and tires from Mark R in Austin. Since my sister and more importantly nephew Sean live there I had Sean (19 yo)pick these up. We met at Dad's in Hendersonville for Thanksgiving and made the exchange!