70 big block project (pics)
10-23-2005, 04:54 PM
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70 big block project (pics)
Hi all,
I have been checking out the forum for a very long time, I just don't post much. I have gotten alot of answers here....thanks! I am working on a 1970 454 4speed coupe. I bought it almost 2 years ago. It was a numbers matching, all original car. I planned on just cleaning it up and driving it.......but...........it's a little out of hand now. I've taken out the original 454 and 4speed and set them to the side. I just completed my 540 cc short block. I have AFR heads, mild crane hydraulic roller .632 .632, 256 264 @.050. I have a Keisler TKO 600 5 speed tranny for it, and I have completely cleaned, detailed, and painted the frame and suspension.
I am in the process of getting estimates for paint. If anyone knows a good painter in East Tennessee, let me know! I'll have the engine ready to drop in the car when I get it back.
Here are a few pics.....let me know what you think so far.
I have been checking out the forum for a very long time, I just don't post much. I have gotten alot of answers here....thanks! I am working on a 1970 454 4speed coupe. I bought it almost 2 years ago. It was a numbers matching, all original car. I planned on just cleaning it up and driving it.......but...........it's a little out of hand now. I've taken out the original 454 and 4speed and set them to the side. I just completed my 540 cc short block. I have AFR heads, mild crane hydraulic roller .632 .632, 256 264 @.050. I have a Keisler TKO 600 5 speed tranny for it, and I have completely cleaned, detailed, and painted the frame and suspension.
I am in the process of getting estimates for paint. If anyone knows a good painter in East Tennessee, let me know! I'll have the engine ready to drop in the car when I get it back.
Here are a few pics.....let me know what you think so far.
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10-23-2005, 04:57 PM
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Pics of engine in progress. It should be completely assembled and ready to go when I get the car back from the paint shop.
10-23-2005, 05:05 PM
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And finally......the old parts that won't be going back on. (Except for misc. interior pieces.) I'm planning to keep everything though, so in case I ever want to sell it, I will be able to put it back completely original. (Might be too much work, though, so I guess I'd better keep it! 
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That's it so far! I can't wait to get it painted and throw it back together!! Hey Eddie70, you ARE going to help me arent you?
)That's it so far! I can't wait to get it painted and throw it back together!! Hey Eddie70, you ARE going to help me arent you?
10-23-2005, 05:20 PM
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Wow man that looks awsome. One problem you might have is that brake booster. It might hit the valve covers. A good alternative is a www.hydroboost.com This type of system is much bettertha nthe vacuum and is much smaller. Good luck and you have made great progress so far.
10-23-2005, 06:28 PM
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Guys this is going to be one sweet ride when Mike gets it together. I have had the pleasure of getting a good close up look at it and let me tell you, the engine compartment and everything is as clean as it looks in the pics.
You know I want to help, I am ready to see this thing on the road as bad as anyone.
You know I want to help, I am ready to see this thing on the road as bad as anyone.
10-23-2005, 09:00 PM
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I am hoping to have it done by the end of May for the cruise-in. Just need to get busy, I pretty much have everything except for the fuel system and misc. interior pieces. I have had several estimates on paint and they are all in the 8k range which seems a bit high to me. I was thinking more like 5-6k since I have the car apart and white is the easiest to do and also white paint is cheaper. Thanks for the compliments, I cant wait to drive this thing. I also welcome any advice or criticism. Thanks, Mike
10-23-2005, 09:07 PM
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that is gonna b AWESOME, already is. excellent work
10-23-2005, 09:50 PM
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Gordonm, as far as the brake booster clearance I will probably notch out some fabricated sheet aluminum covers to clear. I have done that before on another project. I could probably even use a short style because I have no need to run a stud girdle with the beehive valve springs that I am going to use, they have relatively light pressure for the hyd. roller. The hydroboost would be the best set-up but I am using manual steering. I only want to have one belt seeing how I am going to be under powered and need all the help I can get. 
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