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Another shot of the front end during restoration. Dan chose a gloss black paint for the frame and firewall.CLICK-> CLICK->
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This one has the brown colored interior. CLICK->
It has a manual transmission without the center console.CLICK->
The restoration begins. The 455ci is being replaced by a 467 stroker from Pure Pontiac. Check out the bumper stickers in the background. The one says "I love ASS". Ha ha!CLICK->
Engine is out. Now it's time to disassemble.CLICK->
The front clip is removed and the body is unbolted from the frame. Easy does it, as the body is raised. That is a Camaro next to it.CLICK->
The frame is rolled out. The body will be done by Applewood Autobody.CLICK->
John plans to do the frame and suspension himself with the help of a couple of friends.CLICK->
Jose (at least that's what is on his overalls) standing in front of John's 1970 Judge hood. CLICK->
The body is repaired. John comments, "I have a great group of friends helping on this project. Steve McKean (engine, mechanic, extraordinaire), Greg Barbaro (Italian engineer), Bobby Vigil (super helper), Tim Ryan (Body
Genius), and Kurt Knox (Paint Guru). We all have put sweat and tears into this project."CLICK->
Left rear view of the body progress. Looks like a new rear quarter on this side too.PICTURE SET CONTINUED ON NEXT PAGE ... |
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