Category Archives: Hobbies

I’ve got the long block together and there are only a few things I can do from here without a completed body to put the stuff in.    

 I had originally planned on getting a brand new aftermarket head with stainless steel valves and the works which would have set me back nealy $1000. I was looking for ways to reduce the cost and speed up completion and … Continue reading →

I sent two batches off to get baking soda blasted and glass blasted. Here is a picture of one of those batches after the blasting.     And here they after some primer and engine paint. Just need to protect … Continue reading →

In an attempt to remove the rear sub frame and differential I devised a plan to lower the rear end of the car, supporting the weight of the car on the sub frame with center blocks. Then unbolt the sub frame … Continue reading →

I cut out a rusted section from the frame rail. I’m going to have to have a replacement section made and weld it in. I was unable to find an OEM frame rail. The cutting made a lot of sparks … Continue reading →

I got home late again and was to tire to work so I decided to actually get a parts list together. This list will probably grow as I take the rear apart. I am planning on turning the rotors as … Continue reading →

I got a late start after work so I only had an hour. I started on the driver’s side front and go this done.   The nut attaching the lower control arm and the, what I believe to be the stabalizer bar … Continue reading →

I removed the front bumber and right fendor and cleaned the wheel well.   Cleaned, sanded, and painted some of the parts that will be reused. Need to get parts before I can work on the rest.   Started a … Continue reading →

Purchased-Air compressor-Impact wrench-impact deep sockets-jack stands-pry bars-mechanics gloves-hologan light with stand Work-raised car put on jack stands-removed wheels-dissassembled right steering inner tie rod / idler / outer tie rod Notes-all wheel studs need replaced or try cleaning-all nuts on stearing … Continue reading →