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Forum: C8 General Discussion
01-02-2023, 01:27 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,737
Posted By Fivepointfive

Bunky's Rat Rod--1928 Dodge Bros

Beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. That said, perhaps the Hood wasn't the perfect spot for the photo. My '56 has been featured in three magazines, yet my Rat Rod gets more attention at car shows....
Forum: C3 General
12-22-2022, 11:58 PM
Replies: 466
Views: 54,640
Posted By Fivepointfive

Current project is a '54 Resto.100%...

Current project is a '54 Resto.100% DIY--including chassis, Ls, Carbon fiber, paint and upholstery. Looking for 36 MPG, and the one finger salute to AOC. Moving a bit slower at 80!
Forum: C3 General
12-22-2022, 11:55 PM
Replies: 466
Views: 54,640
Posted By Fivepointfive

Bought the '56 in 1961 for $765. I was 19 years...

Bought the '56 in 1961 for $765. I was 19 years old. Ran in the 12's with a de-stroked 327-9000 RPM; 5.38 rear end...
Forum: C3 General
12-22-2022, 11:43 PM
Replies: 466
Views: 54,640
Posted By Fivepointfive

1962---2022 3000 miles and 60 years later

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Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
06-24-2022, 12:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 934
Posted By Fivepointfive

Not there yet

Only half the miles with 300,000, but I have had the car for 61 years, and got my money's worth with my $765 investment---keep driving 'til you can't. They were made to be driven.
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
01-05-2022, 10:14 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 11,336
Posted By Fivepointfive

Old Geezer here

Yes, there are a few young folks who know how to twist a wrench, but that percent is dwindling every day.. My next birthday is 80. Current project is a 100% DIY 54 Corvette--I am building the...
Forum: C3 General
12-21-2021, 12:03 PM
Replies: 466
Views: 54,640
Posted By Fivepointfive

Ain't new by any stretch

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Paid $765 in 1961. Turn 79 in a few weeks 60 Years, 300,000 miles. ...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
06-29-2021, 11:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 644
Posted By Fivepointfive

I don't know enough about how the forum works: ...

I don't know enough about how the forum works: Do I contact you direct or thru the forum?. I know I can sell the parts for more money if I sell them separately, but I'm not sure I have that much...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
06-29-2021, 09:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 644
Posted By Fivepointfive

I may have what you are looking for: These are...

I may have what you are looking for: These are the mounting brackets that retain the seats from a '54. These riveted to to the vertical fiberglass behind the seats and to the floorboard. I also...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-30-2021, 02:21 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 14,131
Posted By Fivepointfive

I have a "Twin". to the one above on my '56...

I have a "Twin". to the one above on my '56 Vette, but this one is a 1961 with the correct distributor and original air cleaner. I took it off a running car, and plan to sell it for $9000. but I am...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-25-2021, 10:13 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 14,131
Posted By Fivepointfive

Nice ride

Beautiful car Fyreline. Continue to enjoy, and drive. I don't think a little modification to make the car better is a bad thing. I kept all the old parts from my '56 in case someone wants to go...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-25-2021, 09:11 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 14,131
Posted By Fivepointfive

It is a fine line, Doug--the Mona Lisa or a car you can drive and enjoyoy

Bunky says:
I bought my '56 in 1961, ran in the 12's with a de-stroked 327 at 8000 RPM's, and since, put it back on the street with a period correct 350 and Rochester FI. I'm good with the 300,000...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-12-2021, 11:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 708
Posted By Fivepointfive

morly1963, Thanks for the shout out on the 1956...

morly1963, Thanks for the shout out on the 1956 Vette. Speaking of NERDS, that wimpy guy in the photo with the motorcycle was my best friend since kindergarten. I was 15 there, and a Dork myself. ...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2021, 04:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,981
Posted By Fivepointfive

Very nicely done. I would be thrilled to get...

Very nicely done. I would be thrilled to get that level of "Clean".
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2021, 04:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,981
Posted By Fivepointfive

whagge 70, The tail light filler is always a cool...

whagge 70, The tail light filler is always a cool thing, Seen it on a few C-1, and i am about done with a prototype on my '54, but you are also correct that the tank needs to be below the filler. my...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2021, 04:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,981
Posted By Fivepointfive

Jim, Thinking Ralph Nader may disagree with you...

Jim, Thinking Ralph Nader may disagree with you on this one. His book, "Unsafe at Any Speed" went after the Corvair in the '60's for having the gas tank immediately behind the occupants. The C-1...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2021, 04:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 708
Posted By Fivepointfive

"62 Vette" has the concept that I am looking for....

"62 Vette" has the concept that I am looking for. As I understand, using a C-4 rear end, that requires chopping out some of the spare tire well. I can live with that, because this isn't a project...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2021, 01:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,284
Posted By Fivepointfive

Planning on using the spare tire tank on the '54...

Planning on using the spare tire tank on the '54 Restro. Hard top only. Moved AC condenser to gas tank compartment. Fuel capacity not that important. Planning on 2200 lbs total weight (lots of carbon...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-11-2021, 12:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 708
Posted By Fivepointfive

Spare tire gas tank

Building '54 Restro. Planning to put gas tank is spare tire well. Using C4 chassis components. Thinking spare tire well needs to be modified. Thoughts/Suggestions
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
01-16-2020, 03:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 585
Posted By Fivepointfive

Still haven't taken pictures of the individual...

Still haven't taken pictures of the individual parts as the car is still in the "Barn Find" condition--still pretty much still assembled. I thought I would run the advanced ad to see if there is any...
Forum: C1 & C2 Parts
01-16-2020, 11:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 585
Posted By Fivepointfive

NCRS PARTS 1954 cORVETTE

COMPLETE CHASSIS--WITH REBUILT CORRECT ENGINE.
The Purists will roll over on this one: The project started as an NCRS project. Change of direction--going for a Restomod using LS and C-4 components....
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes
04-30-2017, 05:28 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,935
Posted By Fivepointfive

cam to crank position

Line the dots up--12 on the crank, 6 on the cam. Install timing chain.
Turn #1 to TDC. Motor would be on #1 or #6 at this point--both pistons at TDC.
If distributor rotor is pointing to the...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes for Sale/Wanted
06-24-2012, 11:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,232
Posted By Fivepointfive

Little help on the pictures

...and when do we see the photos? bunkyg5@verizon.net
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes for Sale/Wanted
06-14-2012, 09:14 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 692
Posted By Fivepointfive

Another one gets away

...perhaps the driver can take a left, and drop the car off at my place! That looks like the perfect candidate for what I am trying to do. I sold my '68 big block, and will continue the search for...
Forum: C1 & C2 Corvettes for Sale/Wanted
06-13-2012, 09:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 692
Posted By Fivepointfive

bin their dun that-got the T shirt

Yep, I know the drill. I have had my 56 for 52 years, and 300,000 miles. My biggest problem is that the steering wheel continues to grow in size as I get older and gain weight. I am not a purest,...
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