Projects 1965 Nova SS

Fired up the engine today.
Some ignition tuning and transmission oil is next on the "to do" list.
And yes,im gonna fix those spark plug wires so they sit nice and tidy

 

First testdrive aroud the block: check

 

That looks really Cool.

I'll bet it was a hoot to drive it.

 

Just a slow ride to check that nothing leaks and to get the transmission to shift right/fill it up with oil.
Sure got alot of insperation to work on the car.

 

well it looks like you did a damn good job.anytime you want to come and visit the good ol usa you can come stay here awhile.free! ill just put some cutting tools and a welder in your hands...lol

 

Well now that you say it,ive been planning a trip to the US.
The plan were to help HAMB;ers with their cars if they fix a bed and food

 

Looks good

 

There were a nice layer of fiberglass under the trunk,grinded it all down and got some more body work
Started with the left side,got the bottom plate in and welded in the bottom of the rear fender.
There is a original seam between the fender and piece under the trunk that i wanted to keep so it looks original.
There is some grinding left on the pics.

 

Nice work.

 

Some more rust repair.

 

Some primer makes it all fun.

 

I'm lovin' the project - slow and steady...

 

Got the new tires mounted on the powdercoated 65 impala wheels.

 

Got the drivers door down to bare metal,i thought i had to grind that f#ckin piant of forever!
My garage looked like a snowstorm.
A little rust in the corners but i knew that.

 

Drove it outside today to get a better look.

 

That things gonna be bad ass! You do good work!

 

Thanks!!!

 

Aint nothing more wicked than a sinister looking primer BEAST!

 

Did some work on the oilpan today,the Nova got a special pan to clear the steering.
I cut my standard s/b pan alittle and now the steering runs free.
Got a Milodon race oilpan special built for Nova but its for older s/b with the stick on drivers side so it doesent fit this engine.

 

Did some rust repairs today,also mounted the taillights and bumper.

 

subscribing,....love me some nova.

 

Thanks,yep the early Novas kick ass

 

So did you find that big cube rat motor yet?

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Ive found alot of nice engines around 400hp but i cant afford them.
Saving up for a new trip to Florida.

 

Said it earlier, and I'll say it again. I have a soft spot for '65 Nova's! Love your car, and you're doing a great job.

Mike

 

Thanks!

 

That thing is awesome and getting awesomer by the minute.

 

Is awesomer even a word????....
Gotta lay off the blotter Muttley..

 

Yes, but it's only to be used when describing that Nova.

 

Ha ha. I dont think they needed to use acid,they got high of all the bondo they used under the paint.