Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update
09-09-2003, 08:33 PM
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Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update
Gotten a lot of visible progress in the last couple of weeks so I thought I would share an update. It might be helpful to those pondering buying a C3 or doing a frame-off on your current car. Thanks to this forum, I'm finding out there ain't nothing to be skeered of.
Some background. My 15 yr old son and I are rebuilding (not restoring) for him to have as a daily driver. Yeah, I'm a cool dad, and besides, its lots of leverage on the GPA at school. Unless of course its raining, then he drives the 94 Probe. Our goal is to come in below $12K, and do as much as possible in our home garage, including paint :yesnod:
So far, we're at about $5500, including the 2500 to buy the car. Check out the stuff on our homepage, the latest updates are on the body repairs. http://kksjjohnson.home.mindspring.com/
Some background. My 15 yr old son and I are rebuilding (not restoring) for him to have as a daily driver. Yeah, I'm a cool dad, and besides, its lots of leverage on the GPA at school. Unless of course its raining, then he drives the 94 Probe. Our goal is to come in below $12K, and do as much as possible in our home garage, including paint :yesnod:
So far, we're at about $5500, including the 2500 to buy the car. Check out the stuff on our homepage, the latest updates are on the body repairs. http://kksjjohnson.home.mindspring.com/
09-09-2003, 08:38 PM
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Re: Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update (keith72)
:cool: Site bookmarked for reference when I get deep into mine.
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09-09-2003, 09:04 PM
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Re: Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update (stpman)
Awesome. While mine is a relatively valuable, it is NOM and will be a driver and have contemplated a frame off, but can't justify the cost/work. Nice to see that it can be done on a budget.
09-09-2003, 09:05 PM
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Re: Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update (keith72)
Great job! Everyday I am more empressed by the quality of work that people on this forum are capable of. Keep us posted.
09-09-2003, 10:07 PM
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Re: Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update (keith72)
WHO YOU KIDDING? When this work of art is finished, the kid is not getting the keys! Lucky little bastard! When I was in school my dad got me a .... cough cough... FORD GRANADA... my project to fix the DEAD cylinder. Yeah.. it only was running on FIVE cylinders... hey... but it was mine.
To the son...
STUDY HARD MY LAD... no substitute for an education... or cubic inches... You have one cool ol' man.
LOOKS GREAT BOYS... KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK and smoke the tires for us when it is done.
a jealous happy sole.... http://temp.corvetteforum.net/c3/bendera/
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To the son...
STUDY HARD MY LAD... no substitute for an education... or cubic inches... You have one cool ol' man.
LOOKS GREAT BOYS... KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK and smoke the tires for us when it is done.
a jealous happy sole.... http://temp.corvetteforum.net/c3/bendera/
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09-10-2003, 02:36 AM
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:thumbs: :thumbs: :thumbs: :thumbs: :thumbs:
Thumbsl up to you guys, looking good.
Thumbsl up to you guys, looking good.
09-10-2003, 09:31 AM
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Re: Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update (keith72)
WOW! :thumbs: :thumbs:
Rebuilding a Corvette is hard and time consuming . . . rebuilding a Corvette and doing so on a tight budget is almost impossible. Very impressive! I've already decided that I have no budget, just dealing with all of the work involved will be enough stress for me. :lol: :lol:
Keep us posted. :cheers:
Rebuilding a Corvette is hard and time consuming . . . rebuilding a Corvette and doing so on a tight budget is almost impossible. Very impressive! I've already decided that I have no budget, just dealing with all of the work involved will be enough stress for me. :lol: :lol:
Keep us posted. :cheers:
09-10-2003, 10:28 AM
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Re: Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update (keith72)
Nice job, I gave my son a 75 in June to rebuild. Since July we have completed the engine,tranny,rear end,rear T arms and bearings,rear suspension, complete brake system,cooling system and #3 body mounts.He has the interior out and new carpets waiting to go in. We did all the work in our shop for about $3,500. In the Spring we should be able to rebuild the steering box and front suspension.
Good for you for getting involved with him to do this. If he's going to drive it he should know how to fix it.
Good luck on your project.
PS - I saw your picture of pulling the body using an engine hoist-did you have any problems using it? did it raise the body high enough to clear everything? I'll be getting back to my 69 once we get the 75 done and will be pulling the body on that.
Gary
Good for you for getting involved with him to do this. If he's going to drive it he should know how to fix it.
Good luck on your project.
PS - I saw your picture of pulling the body using an engine hoist-did you have any problems using it? did it raise the body high enough to clear everything? I'll be getting back to my 69 once we get the 75 done and will be pulling the body on that.
Gary
09-10-2003, 11:15 AM
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Re: Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update (keith72)
WOW! :yesnod: :yesnod: :yesnod: :yesnod:
Have you thought about going to a corvette graveyard and cutting out the piece you need for the rear corner. May be a car slammed in the left rear that has it? Or maybe someone on the forum has a piece?
Good luck.
Have you thought about going to a corvette graveyard and cutting out the piece you need for the rear corner. May be a car slammed in the left rear that has it? Or maybe someone on the forum has a piece?
Good luck.
09-10-2003, 11:51 AM
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Re: Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update (stingry)
This is really impressive stuff! Great work....and I can imagine your son is thrilled to be part of the effort and will enjoy the rewards!! Look forward to more updates!
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09-10-2003, 01:00 PM
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Re: Body-Off Econo-Rebuild Update (keith72)
You guys are doing an outstanding job! Keep us posted on your progress.
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