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Do a little something on your project everyday, and it will get done��. A bit more trimming and additional glue work and the rear will be finished
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Looks great!
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----Beautiful fitment, Tim! That's how to do it....Bill S
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Can’t wait to see a new thread on this one. Pop that hood, we want to see that aluminum unit. Is this color Roman Red? There’s something about those old vintage oil change stickers. |
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Having owned a couple roadsters in the late 70’s in Springfield Illinois I noticed that those hot summers definitely took a toll on the interiors. But having the top down cruising with your girlfriend was a must. I’m sure this Red ‘67 roadster interior will look close to new after the Tim Touch. |
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I have started the thread on the 60 here....... https://www.yenko.net/forum/showthread.php?t=184694 This car is Honduras Maroon. They had the color from 60-62. It is one of my favorites in these solid axle cars |
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----Thanks for the heads up on that backing, Tim! I haven't done any carpet installs in quite a while. Good to know....Bill S
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Get the clock going on the bench for a good amount of time (lol)
https://i.imgur.com/PnslCkjh.jpg The cleaning under the dash is complete, everything is rebulbed, and the front rugs are glued in. I was happy to find the body build number under the dirt https://i.imgur.com/m3VZ8Crh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/Qpb3pw1h.jpg https://i.imgur.com/gDZ56E9h.jpg https://i.imgur.com/4ixOgYgh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/hHKQbLwh.jpg In all, I'm happy with how the interior has progressed. When cleaning under the dash, the remainder of the firewall insulation (very fragile) just started coming apart. I'm going to spot in the damaged areas of insulation, as it is a judgeable item |
That insulation dries out so bad that you just have to look at it and it falls off. Amazing any of it stays on. Hope you are wearing a dust mask and using a HEPA vacuum to clean it up.
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I moved over to the 67 for today. I wanted to test the NOS temp gauge I sourced. That worked out perfectly. The speedo head was kind wonky, so I sent that to Roger at Speedometer Service. That should be back today or tomorrow. Then I can assemble the gauge cluster and get it installed.
https://i.imgur.com/nTeruJYh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/Qfx39myh.jpg I started cleaning the steering column, and diagnosed a bad turn signal switch. I have one on the way in https://i.imgur.com/rtQpEORh.jpg Then a bunch of little items on the car. The dash center is reassembled, seat belts cleaned and reinstalled. https://i.imgur.com/SPQVj8Ih.jpg |
The dash pads and center portion look great, Tim.
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The speedo came back in late yesterday, so I could get the cluster assembled and reinstalled. Once the turn signal switch comes in, I can get the steering column reassembled, installed, and then secure the cluster into the dash (it's easier to install the steering column with the cluster loose on 67's due to the change in mounting)
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Tim, it looks "Wonder Bar!"
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I started disassembling the seats for a good cleaning, and polish the hockey sticks. I'm just using a fine hair brush to get into the texture of the vinyl. These are the original seat covers, and wanted to keep them in the car. I also am going to shoot the seat backs, as those always get scratched up
https://i.imgur.com/VB7bH9zh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/W76GSPMh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/C4W3vYFh.jpg I also had polished the chrome on the center console, and then repainted the "red" section. I tried to clean up the aluminum accent insert as well as possible, as the reproductions are detectable. The new directional switch is installed, and thus I could get the column installed and the gauge cluster secured https://i.imgur.com/eDF0RDsh.jpg |
Looking Great !!
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Very nice!
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I am just waiting on a few more parts to come in, and this should be ready for a road test
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----Boy,,,did that come together well. Just gorgeous. I' particularly envious of how the carpet has laid down as that's always a bugger!....Bill S
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That is one stunning car........
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I got a few pics snapped before winter sets back in around here.........
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My word, that car is beautiful.
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I hear longing in those words, Tim. What do you have to sell to fit this one in the collection...:wink: |
Gorgeous!!:headbang:
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Very well done Tim!
Rear alignment in the cards? |
Here are some pics of the completed interior. I'm pretty happy with the outcome, especially when one considers how much of the original interior I have tried to retain.
https://i.imgur.com/Vm6pl4uh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/SHFLDWqh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/dgeM7ejh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/mdekLIIh.jpg https://i.imgur.com/RbXGE0nh.jpg I have my first outing with the car in a few weeks at a Chapter NCRS meet, then on to Bloomington Gold. Once that is completed, I'll get some more time behind the wheel to ensure the car is well sorted for it's next owner. |
Your attention to and meticulous level of detailing make the car appear like a model with zero use on it. It feels more like looking at a factory prepared advertisement for a new model introduction than a 59 year old vehicle.
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Looks stunning Tim! Bravo!
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I don't know how this car could look any better Tim. The new wheels and tires are a perfect compliment with the white top and that scrumptious red interior. Bravo indeed!
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67 l79...
I'm not really a Corvette guy, but this red beauty is amazing.
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Just beautiful Tim, you did a wonderful job. Looks better than new.
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