Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 07:15:47 AM
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 07:15:47 AM
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Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Kitz Kat on July 05, 2010, 07:37:26 AM
Post by: Kitz Kat on July 05, 2010, 07:37:26 AM
That sucks, It's not easy replacing parts on that.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Watchdevil on July 05, 2010, 10:13:04 AM
Post by: Watchdevil on July 05, 2010, 10:13:04 AM
[SIZE="6"]Oh NOOOOO![/SIZE]
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 10:59:49 AM
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 10:59:49 AM
Quote from: Kitz Kat;327341
That sucks, It's not easy replacing parts on that.
definately not a Mustang, where you can order a complete car out of a catalog......i have a job ahead of me....sigh.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 88turbo on July 05, 2010, 11:11:23 AM
Post by: 88turbo on July 05, 2010, 11:11:23 AM
time for an old fashioned :beatyoass:
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: CoogarXR on July 05, 2010, 11:22:30 AM
Post by: CoogarXR on July 05, 2010, 11:22:30 AM
What happened? Somebody back into it? Insured, I hope...
Is it just the hood and grille that need replaced?
Is it just the hood and grille that need replaced?
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 01:49:21 PM
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 01:49:21 PM
Quote from: CoogarXR;327353
What happened? Somebody back into it? Insured, I hope...
Is it just the hood and grille that need replaced?
Its insured.....
this douche bag in a Chevy Pick Up doesn't bother to look behind him as he parallel parks and backs right into my car. This happened around the corner from my house! Initial damage is hood, latch, front bumper, grill is toast, front valance, radiator, and possibly fan shroud, but i have not gotten under the hood yet. Its stuck closed right now.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Beau on July 05, 2010, 02:28:41 PM
Post by: Beau on July 05, 2010, 02:28:41 PM
Better question is: does the douchebag Chevy driver have insurance..?
Sucks man, really hope to see and hear of it getting fixed. That is a sweet car.
Sucks man, really hope to see and hear of it getting fixed. That is a sweet car.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 08:02:18 PM
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 08:02:18 PM
Quote from: ThunderbirdSport302;327364
Better question is: does the douchebag Chevy driver have insurance..?
Sucks man, really hope to see and hear of it getting fixed. That is a sweet car.
He does have insurance, but im filing with my company and they can sort this mess out for me, as thats what i pay for....it will get fixed right, and thanks for the kind words about my once glorious ride....
:mad:
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: crystal on July 05, 2010, 08:08:48 PM
Post by: crystal on July 05, 2010, 08:08:48 PM
That's . I would seriously freak out...
Oddly enough this is the second forum I've seen the pics on. I guy I know from Toledo (Phil, has a blue torino and a red torino vert) posted these up on another forum. It really is a small world...
His cars:
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l148/supercobrajet/70%20fairlane%2008/vert-1.jpg)
Oddly enough this is the second forum I've seen the pics on. I guy I know from Toledo (Phil, has a blue torino and a red torino vert) posted these up on another forum. It really is a small world...
His cars:
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l148/supercobrajet/70%20fairlane%2008/vert-1.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on July 05, 2010, 08:53:45 PM
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on July 05, 2010, 08:53:45 PM
Man that really sucks , Its a nice car ! It reminds me when I lived on Long Island and I had just parked my 73 Montego on jericho tnpke and some dude ran into the back drivers side quarter panel and destroyed the back and drivers side . I had just gotten out of the car . His insurance paid mighty well to fix my Montego . Hope all goes well with yuor claim .
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 09:18:01 PM
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 09:18:01 PM
Quote from: crystal;327381
That's . I would seriously freak out...
Oddly enough this is the second forum I've seen the pics on. I guy I know from Toledo (Phil, has a blue torino and a red torino vert) posted these up on another forum. It really is a small world...
His cars:
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l148/supercobrajet/70%20fairlane%2008/vert-1.jpg)
Phil is one of my Torino bothers! He is a Moderator over at TorinoCobra.com where im a regular poster....it is a small world.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 09:19:48 PM
Post by: MY83T on July 05, 2010, 09:19:48 PM
Quote from: 1 BADBIRD;327389
Man that really sucks , Its a nice car ! It reminds me when I lived on Long Island and I had just parked my 73 Montego on jericho tnpke and some dude ran into the back drivers side quarter panel and destroyed the back and drivers side . I had just gotten out of the car . His insurance paid mighty well to fix my Montego . Hope all goes well with yuor claim .
And this guys insurance will pay too! How long have you been off the Island?
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Watchdevil on July 06, 2010, 12:10:15 AM
Post by: Watchdevil on July 06, 2010, 12:10:15 AM
Quote from: MY83T;327380
thanks for the kind words about my once glorious ride....
:mad:
Don't worry it will be glorious again! You ride is one of my favorites I have seen...
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 06, 2010, 12:30:52 AM
Post by: MY83T on July 06, 2010, 12:30:52 AM
Quote from: Watchdevil;327424
Don't worry it will be glorious again! You ride is one of my favorites I have seen...
too kind, thanks so much!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on July 06, 2010, 05:14:29 AM
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on July 06, 2010, 05:14:29 AM
Quote from: MY83T;327398
And this guys insurance will pay too! How long have you been off the Island?
Moved out of Mineola in 92 , Now I Live in Maryland .
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: flipnbird on July 06, 2010, 06:42:45 AM
Post by: flipnbird on July 06, 2010, 06:42:45 AM
!!........I would be so pissed, but that never helps the matters none. I am sure she will be back good as new ,looking good as ever once again.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 06, 2010, 04:42:49 PM
Post by: MY83T on July 06, 2010, 04:42:49 PM
Quote from: flipnbird;327442
!!........I would be so pissed, but that never helps the matters none. I am sure she will be back good as new ,looking good as ever once again.
The dude who hit me is based in Virginia,since you are close by, maybe you can drive up there and kick him in the knee for me? :beatyoass:
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: thunderjet302 on July 06, 2010, 05:26:25 PM
Post by: thunderjet302 on July 06, 2010, 05:26:25 PM
This is why I keep my T-bird in the garage all the time. Most people who drive suck at it:hick:
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: flipnbird on July 07, 2010, 11:30:11 AM
Post by: flipnbird on July 07, 2010, 11:30:11 AM
Quote from: MY83T;327482
The dude who hit me is based in Virginia,since you are close by, maybe you can drive up there and kick him in the knee for me? :beatyoass:
I believe I would do more than just kick him in the knee !!!!!!! :hick:
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: sarjxxx on July 07, 2010, 08:58:05 PM
Post by: sarjxxx on July 07, 2010, 08:58:05 PM
.:disappoin I know the feeling(kinda.) My cougar got backed into and got a HUGE dent under the ps quarter glasss.
Course my cougar is not a 1in1million find...
Course my cougar is not a 1in1million find...
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 07, 2010, 10:49:29 PM
Post by: MY83T on July 07, 2010, 10:49:29 PM
Quote from: sarjxxx;327637
.:disappoin I know the feeling(kinda.) My cougar got backed into and got a HUGE dent under the ps quarter glasss.
Course my cougar is not a 1in1million find...
hey man, pain is pain, your car is special to you like mine is to me, so it sucks just as much for you as for me.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 09, 2010, 01:30:54 AM
Post by: MY83T on July 09, 2010, 01:30:54 AM
Here is the a list of the official damages so far:
Hood is totaled
Grill is totaled
Grill Housing totaled
Upper and Lower valance totaled
Hood support totaled
Hood latch totaled
Front bumper needs repair and rechrome
AC Condenser totaled
I suppose im lucky the fenders and extensions were spared damage......all in all it could have been much worse.
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Hood is totaled
Grill is totaled
Grill Housing totaled
Upper and Lower valance totaled
Hood support totaled
Hood latch totaled
Front bumper needs repair and rechrome
AC Condenser totaled
I suppose im lucky the fenders and extensions were spared damage......all in all it could have been much worse.
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Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 5.0 tbird on July 10, 2010, 01:27:20 AM
Post by: 5.0 tbird on July 10, 2010, 01:27:20 AM
Man that sucks, you'd think someone would notice a nice car like that and not hit it. But it was a chevy driver, so that's why.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: CoogarXR on July 10, 2010, 08:10:19 AM
Post by: CoogarXR on July 10, 2010, 08:10:19 AM
Was the guy who hit you sorry at least? Or was he all matter-of-fact...
I know it doesn't change anything, but it adds salt to the wound when somebody plows ya and there like "it, this ruins my day, *sigh*" and act like it's your fault.
When some dumb lady was going 45 in a 25 right through a red light and broadsided me in my geo metro (after she got stopped about a 1/4 mile down the road) she comes storming up to my car and tells me the light was green, yadda yadda. Not "are you ok?" (which we weren't, all 4 of us took an ambulance ride). Good thing I had witnesses who saw the light was red for her and green for me. Anyway, nothing like being totaled AND scolded by the moron too.
I know it doesn't change anything, but it adds salt to the wound when somebody plows ya and there like "it, this ruins my day, *sigh*" and act like it's your fault.
When some dumb lady was going 45 in a 25 right through a red light and broadsided me in my geo metro (after she got stopped about a 1/4 mile down the road) she comes storming up to my car and tells me the light was green, yadda yadda. Not "are you ok?" (which we weren't, all 4 of us took an ambulance ride). Good thing I had witnesses who saw the light was red for her and green for me. Anyway, nothing like being totaled AND scolded by the moron too.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 10, 2010, 08:24:54 AM
Post by: MY83T on July 10, 2010, 08:24:54 AM
Quote from: CoogarXR;327890
Was the guy who hit you sorry at least? Or was he all matter-of-fact...
I know it doesn't change anything, but it adds salt to the wound when somebody plows ya and there like "it, this ruins my day, *sigh*" and act like it's your fault.
When some dumb lady was going 45 in a 25 right through a red light and broadsided me in my geo metro (after she got stopped about a 1/4 mile down the road) she comes storming up to my car and tells me the light was green, yadda yadda. Not "are you ok?" (which we weren't, all 4 of us took an ambulance ride). Good thing I had witnesses who saw the light was red for her and green for me. Anyway, nothing like being totaled AND scolded by the moron too.
The guy who hit me was humble and apologetic, it was a stupid accident, in that he backed up suddenly to park with no warning and never checked his mirrors.....he was in a Chevy pick up that sits much higher than my car, and if he had even glanced behind he would have seen me. It is a frustrating exercise, but my car will be fixed beautifully and i will get some nice upgrades out of the deal as well....so all's well that ends well.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 12, 2010, 10:38:53 PM
Post by: MY83T on July 12, 2010, 10:38:53 PM
Here is the final look i have settled on for my car when its redone......what do you all think?
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/lupu_new1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/7076FGT-Unknownowner.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/lupu_new1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/7076FGT-Unknownowner.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: hypostang on July 12, 2010, 10:43:03 PM
Post by: hypostang on July 12, 2010, 10:43:03 PM
I love it!!!!!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 21, 2010, 08:28:45 AM
Post by: MY83T on July 21, 2010, 08:28:45 AM
So the other Insurance co. has accepted 100% liability....looks like i am getting a total repaint out of the deal too!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Beau on July 21, 2010, 12:13:14 PM
Post by: Beau on July 21, 2010, 12:13:14 PM
Quote from: 5.0 bird;327884
But it was a chevy driver, so that's why.
Yes, because only Chevy drivers are incompetent....:blahblah:
Vehicular stupidity is irregardless of brand...so eat it.
To the OP: sounds like everything has worked out really well, and are you going with the blue, too? ( i dig it...;))
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 5.0 tbird on July 21, 2010, 02:30:34 PM
Post by: 5.0 tbird on July 21, 2010, 02:30:34 PM
No I don't think a Ford person would hit a pristine 1970 Torino. They would try to park more carefully.
I know I felt incompetent when I drove this russian roulette car. 1 in 6 chance that it wouldn't start.
I know I felt incompetent when I drove this russian roulette car. 1 in 6 chance that it wouldn't start.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on July 21, 2010, 10:00:48 PM
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on July 21, 2010, 10:00:48 PM
It will look awesome in blue , I hope it turns out real good for you man !!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Watchdevil on July 22, 2010, 12:08:10 AM
Post by: Watchdevil on July 22, 2010, 12:08:10 AM
Quote from: 5.0 bird;329055
No I don't think a Ford person would hit a pristine 1970 Torino. They would try to park more carefully.
I know I felt incompetent when I drove this russian roulette car. 1 in 6 chance that it wouldn't start.
I had a white 1991 Lumina 4 door once!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Watchdevil on July 22, 2010, 12:09:23 AM
Post by: Watchdevil on July 22, 2010, 12:09:23 AM
Quote from: MY83T;328116
Here is the final look i have settled on for my car when its redone......what do you all think?
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/lupu_new1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/7076FGT-Unknownowner.jpg)
The blue is nice but I sorta hate to see the color change! However hidden headlamps would rock!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 22, 2010, 12:16:24 AM
Post by: MY83T on July 22, 2010, 12:16:24 AM
Quote from: Watchdevil;329118
The blue is nice but I sorta hate to see the color change! However hidden headlamps would rock!
I decided on the color change as the car pictured is my stock/factory color with the stripes.....as for the hideaways, i prefer the open look of the standard grille....JMHO
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Watchdevil on July 22, 2010, 12:52:25 AM
Post by: Watchdevil on July 22, 2010, 12:52:25 AM
Quote from: MY83T;329121
I decided on the color change as the car pictured is my stock/factory color with the stripes.....as for the hideaways, i prefer the open look of the standard grille....JMHO
Well hey that's cool... No right or wrong of course! It's all about what you like! ;)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 22, 2010, 01:21:01 AM
Post by: MY83T on July 22, 2010, 01:21:01 AM
Quote from: Watchdevil;329125
Well hey that's cool... No right or wrong of course! It's all about what you like! ;)
I just think the open headlight grille has a more aggressive look to it....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: hypostang on July 22, 2010, 10:20:15 AM
Post by: hypostang on July 22, 2010, 10:20:15 AM
Quote from: MY83T;329129
I just think the open headlight grille has a more aggressive look to it....
I personally dig the hideaways better ,
but it is your car so open lights it will be :D
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 5.0 tbird on July 22, 2010, 10:36:06 AM
Post by: 5.0 tbird on July 22, 2010, 10:36:06 AM
Have you thought about adding the GT stripes like these?
http://www.phoenixgraphix.com/ford/sk1405.htm
I think they would look awesome.
http://www.phoenixgraphix.com/ford/sk1405.htm
I think they would look awesome.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on July 22, 2010, 12:17:40 PM
Post by: MY83T on July 22, 2010, 12:17:40 PM
Quote from: 5.0 bird;329150
Have you thought about adding the GT stripes like these?
http://www.phoenixgraphix.com/ford/sk1405.htm
I think they would look awesome.
They are called Laser Stripes, and i plan to add the white/Blue ones....see the photos posted earlier......
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 05, 2010, 02:56:15 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 05, 2010, 02:56:15 PM
i just settled with my Insurance company today. This is the story:
1. They settled with me for $16,000 the full amount of my policy.
2. I buy the car back for $4,000 salvage, no salvage title though.
3. They pay off my $3,800 lien i still owe on the car....has to be paid off once its a salvage deal.
4. Im left with about 9K to complete replacement parts, and repairs.
It was a little tough going with them, but i persisted and got my way.
So now i am waiting for a check so i can get all my parts people to supply me, and im still looking for a affordable shaker hood and shaker, that is closer to me, so i can save on some shipping perhaps.
1. They settled with me for $16,000 the full amount of my policy.
2. I buy the car back for $4,000 salvage, no salvage title though.
3. They pay off my $3,800 lien i still owe on the car....has to be paid off once its a salvage deal.
4. Im left with about 9K to complete replacement parts, and repairs.
It was a little tough going with them, but i persisted and got my way.
So now i am waiting for a check so i can get all my parts people to supply me, and im still looking for a affordable shaker hood and shaker, that is closer to me, so i can save on some shipping perhaps.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on August 05, 2010, 05:41:31 PM
Post by: daminc on August 05, 2010, 05:41:31 PM
Why wouldn't they just fix it outright?
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 05, 2010, 06:09:36 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 05, 2010, 06:09:36 PM
Quote from: daminc;330863
Why wouldn't they just fix it outright?
It has to do with percentages, as i exceeded the amount of reasonable repair, so once they total the car, you buy back for salvage. But thankfully no Salvage title goes on the car.........
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on August 05, 2010, 06:44:41 PM
Post by: daminc on August 05, 2010, 06:44:41 PM
You need to look into that. I don't have a salvage title on my vert, but it pops up on the carfax when it happened in Illinois 5 years ago..
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 05, 2010, 08:17:40 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 05, 2010, 08:17:40 PM
Quote from: daminc;330871
You need to look into that. I don't have a salvage title on my vert, but it pops up on the carfax when it happened in Illinois 5 years ago..
No title on cars older than 1973...in NY that is. Just a transferable registration.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on August 05, 2010, 08:29:43 PM
Post by: daminc on August 05, 2010, 08:29:43 PM
cool, mine was a salvage and rebuild title for the car in Illinois
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 88turbo on August 05, 2010, 09:26:55 PM
Post by: 88turbo on August 05, 2010, 09:26:55 PM
I have a rebuilt salvage title on my silver TC but it is obviously 2 cars welded together....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on August 05, 2010, 09:41:53 PM
Post by: daminc on August 05, 2010, 09:41:53 PM
not sure what happened to the vert. don't really see any major repairing except for a couple holes welded on the floor. then again it wouldn't take much damage to total the car out. it's not worth much. A fender would probably exceed the value of the car.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 88turbo on August 05, 2010, 10:09:19 PM
Post by: 88turbo on August 05, 2010, 10:09:19 PM
pretty sure mine was rearended hard enough to need a whole back half of another car.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 11, 2010, 04:25:38 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 11, 2010, 04:25:38 PM
the check arrived today from my Ins. Co. let the rebuild begin.....lots of pics coming in the not too distant future......
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: hypostang on August 11, 2010, 04:54:31 PM
Post by: hypostang on August 11, 2010, 04:54:31 PM
I eagerly await pics:D
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 12, 2010, 10:53:22 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 12, 2010, 10:53:22 PM
Found my replacement hood today...... super clean and rust/dent free. Not an easy find for a 40 year old part.
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142652.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142513.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142437.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142652.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142513.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142437.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on August 12, 2010, 11:30:45 PM
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on August 12, 2010, 11:30:45 PM
I'm glad you where able to get what you wanted from your ins. co. Are you still going with the shaker? At first when I sw you were changing the color I thought no way man but since you're going back to the original color I think it's awsome! It's going to look great blue. I kinda like the hide away lights myself, of course I always use headlight cover on mine. It's just a matter of taste. Whatever you do with it I'm sure it's going to be great!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 13, 2010, 01:10:56 AM
Post by: MY83T on August 13, 2010, 01:10:56 AM
Quote from: 1Bad88tbird;331669
I'm glad you where able to get what you wanted from your ins. co. Are you still going with the shaker? At first when I sw you were changing the color I thought no way man but since you're going back to the original color I think it's awsome! It's going to look great blue. I kinda like the hide away lights myself, of course I always use headlight cover on mine. It's just a matter of taste. Whatever you do with it I'm sure it's going to be great!
So you are partially right, i am going with the shaker but staying with the current color scheme, as the budget wont allow for a total repaint right now. I am blacking out the hood and adding the shaker, chrome hood locks, and keeping the hood tach. (See the red Cobra pic for my exact set up. Here are a few pics to give you an idea of the finished look. hideaways just were not in the plan for me, both for aesthetic and $$ reasons. I prefer the open headlights anyway, i think they are more aggressive looking for the era.
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/new_tach1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/131882-14sm-1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/70_blackout_hood.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/1970-ford-torino-gt-convertible-749.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: jrad235 on August 13, 2010, 01:17:09 AM
Post by: jrad235 on August 13, 2010, 01:17:09 AM
So what kind of hood locks are you going to be using? They don't look like all the other ones out there, and I'm looking for something a little more low-key, just having trouble finding them. A link would be great. Thanks!
P.S. I'm sure your car will look fantastic when it's re-assembled.
P.S. I'm sure your car will look fantastic when it's re-assembled.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 13, 2010, 02:17:37 AM
Post by: MY83T on August 13, 2010, 02:17:37 AM
Quote from: jrad235;331677
So what kind of hood locks are you going to be using? They don't look like all the other ones out there, and I'm looking for something a little more low-key, just having trouble finding them. A link would be great. Thanks!
P.S. I'm sure your car will look fantastic when it's re-assembled.
http://macsautoparts.com/search.asp?sb=0&ls=y&camid=FAI&year=0&make=&ss=hood+lock&x=0&y=0
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 20, 2010, 07:21:01 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 20, 2010, 07:21:01 PM
i took a 8 hour round trip up to Mass. to procure a replacement hood for the Torino today. Its a beauty....rust free, dent free and straight as an arrow....this had to have been hiding in a garage for 25 years. 40 year old parts dont grow on tree's. I met up with a Torino buddy while i was up there and had some breakfast, he met up with me in 68 Fairlane 500 Fastback, in Grabber Blue. Really nice car......here are some pics....Im in the shorts and brown t-shirt....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/IMG_0120.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/IMG_0119.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/IMG_0118.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/IMG_0117.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142652.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142513.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142437.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/IMG_0120.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/IMG_0119.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/IMG_0118.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/IMG_0117.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142652.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142513.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20hood/2010-08-12142437.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on August 20, 2010, 07:47:02 PM
Post by: daminc on August 20, 2010, 07:47:02 PM
1 part down.....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 20, 2010, 07:52:02 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 20, 2010, 07:52:02 PM
Quote from: daminc;332790
1 part down.....
Jerry, i will have everything else i need in hand by next week. Im starting to see a light at the end of the tunnel....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on August 20, 2010, 08:04:03 PM
Post by: daminc on August 20, 2010, 08:04:03 PM
Quote from: MY83T;332791
Jerry, i will have everything else i need in hand by next week. Im starting to see a light at the end of the tunnel....
That's great, wish I was closer to put it together for you.... It looks like a fun repair. BTW, there's a slim chance of me coming down to LI in the fall.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 20, 2010, 08:09:22 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 20, 2010, 08:09:22 PM
Quote from: daminc;332793
That's great, wish I was closer to put it together for you.... It looks like a fun repair. BTW, there's a slim chance of me coming down to LI in the fall.
I will post frequent updates here Jerry...
Ohhh, please let me know when you are coming so i can plan accordingly!! We'll have a blast!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on August 20, 2010, 08:19:16 PM
Post by: daminc on August 20, 2010, 08:19:16 PM
Quote from: MY83T;332796
I will post frequent updates here Jerry...
Ohhh, please let me know when you are coming so i can plan accordingly!! We'll have a blast!
You bet.... There's a couple people I'd like to meet up with. The oyster fest is jacking prices for our plans though... I'll keep you posted. We would be visiting Brentwood.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 20, 2010, 08:26:04 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 20, 2010, 08:26:04 PM
Quote from: daminc;332797
You bet.... There's a couple people I'd like to meet up with. The oyster fest is jacking prices for our plans though... I'll keep you posted. We would be visiting Brentwood.
Brentwood is fairly far east of me, but a hell of lot closer than Buffalo, so i will work it out. Try and get me dates as soon as you have a better idea that you are coming down....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on August 20, 2010, 08:30:29 PM
Post by: daminc on August 20, 2010, 08:30:29 PM
you got it.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 31, 2010, 11:23:16 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 31, 2010, 11:23:16 PM
UPDATE! Work has begun on the Torino....here are some initial pics from the body shop for you to see.....and i found out tonight im getting the entire car re-sprayed as well for no extra cost! My bodyshop guys rock!
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo7.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo6.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo5.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo4.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo3.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo2.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo7.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo6.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo5.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo4.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo3.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo2.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo1.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on August 31, 2010, 11:47:06 PM
Post by: daminc on August 31, 2010, 11:47:06 PM
It's like Christmas... You know what I mean..lol
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on August 31, 2010, 11:50:13 PM
Post by: MY83T on August 31, 2010, 11:50:13 PM
this whole rebuild is like having a major woody at Christmas time, LOL
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Watchdevil on September 01, 2010, 01:47:13 AM
Post by: Watchdevil on September 01, 2010, 01:47:13 AM
Kind of a shame though to do without the nice scooped hood...
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on September 01, 2010, 07:58:28 AM
Post by: MY83T on September 01, 2010, 07:58:28 AM
Quote from: Watchdevil;334325
Kind of a shame though to do without the nice scooped hood...
Nah, its cool, as im adding the ram air with shaker scoop....see pics earlier in this thread. Im adding the scoop, hood locks, hood tach, and laser stripes for the side of the car......and im getting a repaint in the same color.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Scott D on September 01, 2010, 09:07:15 AM
Post by: Scott D on September 01, 2010, 09:07:15 AM
Looking good, sir. It's always interesting to see the "work in progress" pics.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Watchdevil on September 01, 2010, 11:49:21 AM
Post by: Watchdevil on September 01, 2010, 11:49:21 AM
Quote from: MY83T;334340
Nah, its cool, as im adding the ram air with shaker scoop....see pics earlier in this thread. Im adding the scoop, hood locks, hood tach, and laser stripes for the side of the car......and im getting a repaint in the same color.
That will be cool...
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: ivygreen on September 01, 2010, 02:40:22 PM
Post by: ivygreen on September 01, 2010, 02:40:22 PM
Is that grille surround all in one piece? Good ones are really hard to find! Going with a shaker, huh? We did one on my brother's GT (below). Real or reproduction? My brother's was a reproduction from the guy in New York...a really nice piece. Cutting the hole in a nice flat hood is nerve wracking stuff.
Glad to see you're fixing it.
(http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k2/grizzly_011/DSC00346.jpg)
Glad to see you're fixing it.
(http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k2/grizzly_011/DSC00346.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on September 01, 2010, 03:55:38 PM
Post by: MY83T on September 01, 2010, 03:55:38 PM
Quote from: ivygreen;334376
Is that grille surround all in one piece? Good ones are really hard to find! Going with a shaker, huh? We did one on my brother's GT (below). Real or reproduction? My brother's was a reproduction from the guy in New York...a really nice piece. Cutting the hole in a nice flat hood is nerve wracking stuff.
Glad to see you're fixing it.
(http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k2/grizzly_011/DSC00346.jpg)
The new grill surround is near perfect condition as was the hood....I was able to source a real (original) 351 shaker and hood trim ring for the car. Got lucky on that one....but the fiberglass ones are very nice as well. Im cutting the shaker as well as the hood locks. Have your brother sign up at TorinoCobra.com forum. Its a great group of guys over there......
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on September 02, 2010, 09:39:14 PM
Post by: MY83T on September 02, 2010, 09:39:14 PM
Progress made today, was my Dixco hood tach went out to Gary the "Tachman" for a rebuild with new internals. I should have my hood locks and template hopefully next week. Thats the only parts i'm waiting on....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/155.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/154.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/153.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/152.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/151.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/150.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/149.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/148.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/147.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/146.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/145.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/155.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/154.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/153.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/152.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/151.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/150.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/149.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/148.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/147.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/146.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/145.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on September 24, 2010, 06:43:14 PM
Post by: MY83T on September 24, 2010, 06:43:14 PM
SHAKER ADDED AND HOOD CUT OUT! PROGRESS!
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo2-1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo1-1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo2-1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo1-1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino%20repair%20pics/photo.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on September 24, 2010, 11:08:25 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on September 24, 2010, 11:08:25 PM
that poor poor, gorgeous car :( .. just look at it on the bright side, he didn't mangle your fenders
on another note.. a baseball bat to his truck would help blow off some steam :D
on another note.. a baseball bat to his truck would help blow off some steam :D
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on September 24, 2010, 11:51:47 PM
Post by: MY83T on September 24, 2010, 11:51:47 PM
Thanks for the sentiment, but i am far away from feeling sorry for myself anymore. I settled with the Ins. Co. and my car will be even cooler than before the accident. The shaker install is the first step.....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on September 24, 2010, 11:54:42 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on September 24, 2010, 11:54:42 PM
everything happens for a reason hahah
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on October 01, 2010, 03:06:17 PM
Post by: MY83T on October 01, 2010, 03:06:17 PM
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo16.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo15.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo14.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo13.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo12.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo11.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo15.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo14.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo13.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo12.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo11.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on October 01, 2010, 06:54:00 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on October 01, 2010, 06:54:00 PM
looks like it's almost time for paint :D looking good so far.. can't wait to see it finished with the shaker
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on October 01, 2010, 07:50:19 PM
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on October 01, 2010, 07:50:19 PM
I'm glad to see it's comming together for you.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on October 01, 2010, 09:56:23 PM
Post by: MY83T on October 01, 2010, 09:56:23 PM
Quote from: 1Bad88tbird;337530
I'm glad to see it's comming together for you.
Thanks, it's been a long road, but it will be well worth it when its all complete and back together again.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on October 04, 2010, 06:44:18 PM
Post by: MY83T on October 04, 2010, 06:44:18 PM
more progress today.....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo22.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo21.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo20.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo22.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo21.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo20.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on October 04, 2010, 07:11:15 PM
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on October 04, 2010, 07:11:15 PM
Hey Dave , Who is doing the work and paint for you on the island .
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on October 04, 2010, 09:39:29 PM
Post by: MY83T on October 04, 2010, 09:39:29 PM
Quote from: 1 BADBIRD;338028
Hey Dave , Who is doing the work and paint for you on the island .
I am using Caliber collision based in Lindenhurst.....Frank and Andy. They are old school, and are really doing right by me. Recommended to all!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on October 04, 2010, 11:45:08 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on October 04, 2010, 11:45:08 PM
jersey FTW! lol
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on October 05, 2010, 05:19:38 AM
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on October 05, 2010, 05:19:38 AM
Quote from: MY83T;338061
I am using Caliber collision based in Lindenhurst.....Frank and Andy. They are old school, and are really doing right by me. Recommended to all!
I dont know that shop , I hope they do everything right for you .
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on October 05, 2010, 01:24:17 PM
Post by: MY83T on October 05, 2010, 01:24:17 PM
Quote from: 1 BADBIRD;338109
I dont know that shop , I hope they do everything right for you .
You and me both! :-)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on October 05, 2010, 03:13:36 PM
Post by: MY83T on October 05, 2010, 03:13:36 PM
A few more......
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo27.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo26.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo27.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo26.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: V8Demon on October 05, 2010, 03:28:11 PM
Post by: V8Demon on October 05, 2010, 03:28:11 PM
Frank FTW :headbang:
This car was done by Caliber. It started life as a base GT that was damaged. It now rocks the GT500 front, Saleen rear and a Kenne Bell 2.8...
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu304/RFlockhart/Captree/Captree1122-022.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu304/RFlockhart/Captree/Captree1122-023.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu304/RFlockhart/Captree/Captree1122-024.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk191/V8Demon/Mustang/GreenMonster-001.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk191/V8Demon/Mustang/GreenMonster-002.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk191/V8Demon/Mustang/GreenMonster-003.jpg)
This car was done by Caliber. It started life as a base GT that was damaged. It now rocks the GT500 front, Saleen rear and a Kenne Bell 2.8...
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu304/RFlockhart/Captree/Captree1122-022.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu304/RFlockhart/Captree/Captree1122-023.jpg)
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu304/RFlockhart/Captree/Captree1122-024.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk191/V8Demon/Mustang/GreenMonster-001.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk191/V8Demon/Mustang/GreenMonster-002.jpg)
(http://i280.photobucket.com/albums/kk191/V8Demon/Mustang/GreenMonster-003.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on October 05, 2010, 04:53:38 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on October 05, 2010, 04:53:38 PM
drool.. that is shagy
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: The Shredder on October 05, 2010, 06:24:33 PM
Post by: The Shredder on October 05, 2010, 06:24:33 PM
Hey. And I see a mid-year Corvette under the plastic tarp next to your car. So they must do some classics too! :) Good luck.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on October 05, 2010, 06:49:39 PM
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on October 05, 2010, 06:49:39 PM
Wow! That Stang is incredable!!!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Carl on October 05, 2010, 08:30:58 PM
Post by: Carl on October 05, 2010, 08:30:58 PM
Quote from: V8Demon;338149
Frank FTW :headbang:
This car was done by Caliber. It started life as a base GT that was damaged. It now rocks the GT500 front, Saleen rear and a Kenne Bell 2.8...
(http://i658.photobucket.com/albums/uu304/RFlockhart/Captree/Captree1122-022.jpg)
(http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/4/48/Tv_the_muppet_show_bein_green_gone.png)
"Hmmm I like it"
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on October 05, 2010, 08:43:28 PM
Post by: MY83T on October 05, 2010, 08:43:28 PM
Quote from: The Shredder;338171
Hey. And I see a mid-year Corvette under the plastic tarp next to your car. So they must do some classics too! :) Good luck.
Yes, they do a decent number of classic car resto work, so i am in very capable hands......
Title: primer!
Post by: MY83T on October 12, 2010, 03:03:46 AM
Post by: MY83T on October 12, 2010, 03:03:46 AM
Primer is on.......getting ever closer.....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo30.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo29.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo28.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo30.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo29.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/photo28.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on November 12, 2010, 07:01:16 PM
Post by: MY83T on November 12, 2010, 07:01:16 PM
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/photo.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2904.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2903.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2902.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2901.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2900.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2899.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2898.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2897.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2896.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2894.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2893.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2904.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2903.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2902.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2901.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2900.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2899.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2898.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2897.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2896.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2894.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_2893.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: CoogarXR on November 12, 2010, 07:20:13 PM
Post by: CoogarXR on November 12, 2010, 07:20:13 PM
Ahh that's gotta feel good to see it coming back together. Looking good!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: hypostang on November 12, 2010, 07:28:20 PM
Post by: hypostang on November 12, 2010, 07:28:20 PM
Is the car bluer now ? It looks fantastic
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on November 12, 2010, 07:41:39 PM
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on November 12, 2010, 07:41:39 PM
Wow it really looks good! I bet you're happy to be so close to having it done.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on November 12, 2010, 07:56:08 PM
Post by: daminc on November 12, 2010, 07:56:08 PM
Hope you don't have to drive it home in the snow...
Lookin good, David
Lookin good, David
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 20thanniver-ls on November 12, 2010, 09:35:10 PM
Post by: 20thanniver-ls on November 12, 2010, 09:35:10 PM
Car is looking awesome!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Watchdevil on November 12, 2010, 11:28:26 PM
Post by: Watchdevil on November 12, 2010, 11:28:26 PM
Looking beautimous again!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on November 13, 2010, 08:59:39 AM
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on November 13, 2010, 08:59:39 AM
She is coming together nicely !!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on November 13, 2010, 09:53:07 PM
Post by: MY83T on November 13, 2010, 09:53:07 PM
Thanks to all or the encouraging words! Its been a real work in progress.........hood tach, hood locks, shaker and hood blackout all yet to be done. More pics as soon as she is done.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: hypostang on November 16, 2010, 12:38:07 PM
Post by: hypostang on November 16, 2010, 12:38:07 PM
Here is a picture of my cousins former Torino I thought I would share
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on November 16, 2010, 04:22:48 PM
Post by: MY83T on November 16, 2010, 04:22:48 PM
Quote from: hypostang;341838
Here is a picture of my cousins former Torino I thought I would share
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: hypostang on November 16, 2010, 05:40:45 PM
Post by: hypostang on November 16, 2010, 05:40:45 PM
The shaker was added as were a set of GT taillights
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on November 19, 2010, 04:18:12 PM
Post by: MY83T on November 19, 2010, 04:18:12 PM
here is the latest update. Rocker mouldings added, Hood blackout done, and Lasers added.
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00091.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00085.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00084.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00083.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00082.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00081.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00080.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00091.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00085.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00084.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00083.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00082.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00081.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00080.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Loaded87IROC on November 19, 2010, 04:49:19 PM
Post by: Loaded87IROC on November 19, 2010, 04:49:19 PM
It looks great!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on November 19, 2010, 07:50:01 PM
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on November 19, 2010, 07:50:01 PM
Looks awsome! It looks like they did a great job!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Watchdevil on November 20, 2010, 08:30:27 AM
Post by: Watchdevil on November 20, 2010, 08:30:27 AM
Awesome!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on November 20, 2010, 10:59:27 AM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on November 20, 2010, 10:59:27 AM
, looks badass!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on November 21, 2010, 02:28:36 AM
Post by: MY83T on November 21, 2010, 02:28:36 AM
getting ever closer now......
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: BCA on November 22, 2010, 11:43:20 AM
Post by: BCA on November 22, 2010, 11:43:20 AM
Looks like it's coming along nicely.
I’ve always wondered if there are any modifications that need to be done to the ventilation system in order to put a '71 hood on a ’70 car or vise versa. Did Ford change anything underneath in the cowl area when they omitted the slots in the hoods for 1971?
Brent
I’ve always wondered if there are any modifications that need to be done to the ventilation system in order to put a '71 hood on a ’70 car or vise versa. Did Ford change anything underneath in the cowl area when they omitted the slots in the hoods for 1971?
Brent
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: ivygreen on November 22, 2010, 07:36:55 PM
Post by: ivygreen on November 22, 2010, 07:36:55 PM
Quote from: BCA;342702
I’ve always wondered if there are any modifications that need to be done to the ventilation system in order to put a '71 hood on a ’70 car or vise versa. Did Ford change anything underneath in the cowl area when they omitted the slots in the hoods for 1971?
Brent
Nope, they're the same...just no vents...
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on November 22, 2010, 10:18:42 PM
Post by: MY83T on November 22, 2010, 10:18:42 PM
Quote from: ivygreen;342766
Nope, they're the same...just no vents...
the vents were on 70 cars about halfway through production and was changed mid year to no vent. I do like the ventless hood better with my blackout hood to be honest.....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: BCA on November 23, 2010, 10:52:18 AM
Post by: BCA on November 23, 2010, 10:52:18 AM
Quote from: MY83T;342812
the vents were on 70 cars about halfway through production and was changed mid year to no vent. I do like the ventless hood better with my blackout hood to be honest.....
If they made it a mid-year changover, this would make sense as I've seen more than a few '70 cars with what I assumed were '71 hoods installed.
Thanks for the info.
Brent
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on November 23, 2010, 07:50:54 PM
Post by: MY83T on November 23, 2010, 07:50:54 PM
I just got the call today that my car (pre-accident) made it to the January issue of PHR 10th annual photo contest. One page feature (p.44) with pics and copy..........i think im in the top 20 out of about 80 entries.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on November 23, 2010, 08:00:36 PM
Post by: 1 BADBIRD on November 23, 2010, 08:00:36 PM
Quote from: MY83T;342916
I just got the call today that my car (pre-accident) made it to the January issue of PHR 10th annual photo contest. One page feature (p.44) with pics and copy..........i think im in the top 20 out of about 80 entries.
No Shiat ,That is freakin AWESOME !! Now you have to send it back in !!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on November 23, 2010, 08:11:41 PM
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on November 23, 2010, 08:11:41 PM
That's sweet! Congrats!!!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on November 26, 2010, 06:58:05 PM
Post by: MY83T on November 26, 2010, 06:58:05 PM
thanks guys......i am pretty sure the Jan. issue will hit the stands in Dec, so keep an eye out......
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Watchdevil on November 26, 2010, 11:29:37 PM
Post by: Watchdevil on November 26, 2010, 11:29:37 PM
Quote from: MY83T;342916
I just got the call today that my car (pre-accident) made it to the January issue of PHR 10th annual photo contest. One page feature (p.44) with pics and copy..........i think im in the top 20 out of about 80 entries.
Hey that is awesome!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on November 27, 2010, 04:23:13 PM
Post by: MY83T on November 27, 2010, 04:23:13 PM
here is the article....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/PHR%20Photo%20Contest/Picture1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/PHR%20Photo%20Contest/Picture1.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on November 27, 2010, 05:30:20 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on November 27, 2010, 05:30:20 PM
lol she looks way different now!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on November 28, 2010, 11:57:35 AM
Post by: MY83T on November 28, 2010, 11:57:35 AM
Quote from: turbo_88_XR7;343391
lol she looks way different now!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on November 28, 2010, 01:39:54 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on November 28, 2010, 01:39:54 PM
if you happen to win, they should write a story on it's tragic accident and it's revival to what it's become(ing) lol
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 04, 2010, 02:15:17 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 04, 2010, 02:15:17 PM
Hood tach is all thats left to be done...........woo hoo!
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00140.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00139.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00138.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00137.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00136.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00135.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00134.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00133.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00132.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00131.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00130.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00129.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00140.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00139.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00138.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00137.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00136.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00135.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00134.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00133.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00132.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00131.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00130.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC00129.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: hypostang on December 04, 2010, 02:21:23 PM
Post by: hypostang on December 04, 2010, 02:21:23 PM
Looking Good !!! Man I love that Shaker scoop
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: CoogarXR on December 04, 2010, 03:13:49 PM
Post by: CoogarXR on December 04, 2010, 03:13:49 PM
Your car spends a lot of time under that bridge :)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: FLSTCI71 on December 04, 2010, 06:01:09 PM
Post by: FLSTCI71 on December 04, 2010, 06:01:09 PM
Looking great David!!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 04, 2010, 07:24:08 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 04, 2010, 07:24:08 PM
Quote from: CoogarXR;344370
Your car spends a lot of time under that bridge :)
Sadly you are right.... :-( but its coming home soon......
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on December 04, 2010, 09:17:48 PM
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on December 04, 2010, 09:17:48 PM
Looks awsome!!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 04, 2010, 11:00:21 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 04, 2010, 11:00:21 PM
finally! lol she looks great.. now maybe frank can spend some more time on his fastback cougar LOL
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 06, 2010, 11:17:58 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 06, 2010, 11:17:58 PM
White Top: YES
Hood Tach: 90% and climbing.....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/new_tach1.jpg)
Hood Tach: 90% and climbing.....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Ragtops/new_tach1.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 08, 2010, 12:27:55 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 08, 2010, 12:27:55 AM
this is what my new stance will look like....
http://i588.photobucket.com/albums/ss327/lowbudgetmotors/70%20torino/12%2006%202010/IMG_2591.jpg
http://i588.photobucket.com/albums/ss327/lowbudgetmotors/70%20torino/12%2006%202010/IMG_2593.jpg
http://i588.photobucket.com/albums/ss327/lowbudgetmotors/70%20torino/12%2006%202010/IMG_2591.jpg
http://i588.photobucket.com/albums/ss327/lowbudgetmotors/70%20torino/12%2006%202010/IMG_2593.jpg
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: ivygreen on December 08, 2010, 01:51:27 AM
Post by: ivygreen on December 08, 2010, 01:51:27 AM
Going back to Magnums? We did 15x7s and 15x8s with 275s on the back of my brother's car. It looked badass.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 08, 2010, 05:11:22 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 08, 2010, 05:11:22 AM
Quote from: ivygreen;344943
Going back to Magnums? We did 15x7s and 15x8s with 275s on the back of my brother's car. It looked badass.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 08, 2010, 06:58:18 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 08, 2010, 06:58:18 PM
Quote from: MY83T;344939
this is what my new stance will look like....
http://i588.photobucket.com/albums/ss327/lowbudgetmotors/70%20torino/12%2006%202010/IMG_2591.jpg
http://i588.photobucket.com/albums/ss327/lowbudgetmotors/70%20torino/12%2006%202010/IMG_2593.jpg
that's russ' car, isn't it?
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 08, 2010, 09:55:41 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 08, 2010, 09:55:41 PM
Quote from: turbo_88_XR7;345002
that's russ' car, isn't it?
Indeed it is....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 09, 2010, 10:03:47 AM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 09, 2010, 10:03:47 AM
thought so.. lol
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on December 09, 2010, 03:33:09 PM
Post by: daminc on December 09, 2010, 03:33:09 PM
Why aren't they done with this car yet? It's been forever....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 09, 2010, 06:21:21 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 09, 2010, 06:21:21 PM
Quote from: daminc;345103
Why aren't they done with this car yet? It's been forever....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: daminc on December 09, 2010, 07:45:08 PM
Post by: daminc on December 09, 2010, 07:45:08 PM
:banana:
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 10, 2010, 08:11:15 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 10, 2010, 08:11:15 PM
Quote from: daminc;345132
:banana:
x2.. :banana: :banana:
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 10, 2010, 10:57:27 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 10, 2010, 10:57:27 PM
My care package arrived today.....a few goodies....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo123.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo124.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo125.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo123.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo124.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo125.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on December 11, 2010, 07:33:53 AM
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on December 11, 2010, 07:33:53 AM
That is too cool!!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 22, 2010, 04:51:51 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 22, 2010, 04:51:51 PM
Took her home yesterday morning, what a awesome feeling to drive it home. I just want to publicly thank all of you for your timeless support, brotherhood and friendship during a very nerve wracking experience. I doubt i could have made it all these months without you guys. A few comments:
1. Im still on the fence about the Hood tach.
2. Shaker has to be connected up.
3. Top has to be redone.
4. Front needs a 1-2" drop.
The carnage:
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino/IMG_0102.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino/IMG_0103.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino/IMG_0104.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino/IMG_0105.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino/IMG_0106.jpg)
Here are a few quick snaps in the driveway....sorry i couldn't get to a nicer spot for a shoot......
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1564.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1565.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1567.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1568.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1569.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1570.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1571.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1572.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1573.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1574.jpg)
1. Im still on the fence about the Hood tach.
2. Shaker has to be connected up.
3. Top has to be redone.
4. Front needs a 1-2" drop.
The carnage:
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino/IMG_0102.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino/IMG_0103.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino/IMG_0104.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino/IMG_0105.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/torino/IMG_0106.jpg)
Here are a few quick snaps in the driveway....sorry i couldn't get to a nicer spot for a shoot......
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1564.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1565.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1567.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1568.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1569.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1570.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1571.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1572.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1573.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1574.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on December 22, 2010, 05:04:44 PM
Post by: 1Bad88tbird on December 22, 2010, 05:04:44 PM
Looks great!! I'm sure you're glad to finally have it home.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: vinnietbird on December 22, 2010, 08:18:09 PM
Post by: vinnietbird on December 22, 2010, 08:18:09 PM
Looks beautiful !!! I'm proud for you. I would have to say no to the hood tack. The hood looks great with the shaker,don't stick a lump of tach behind it. Too distracting. Let the Shaker shine. Again, Beautiful !!!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: 88turbo on December 22, 2010, 08:22:42 PM
Post by: 88turbo on December 22, 2010, 08:22:42 PM
ok now that wasnt cool... I was reading and getting all excited about seeing the finished car and saw the damage pics and nearly had a heart attack!! I was thinking OH NO!!! what happened on the way home with the car :( so I kept scrolling down and got the relief of the finished pics lol
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: DVP on December 22, 2010, 08:56:05 PM
Post by: DVP on December 22, 2010, 08:56:05 PM
I think the hood tach is period correct and would complete it. Just part of your car to me though.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 22, 2010, 09:00:16 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 22, 2010, 09:00:16 PM
you know david, i was about to get very upset when the first pic popped up.. i thought she was hurting again lmao
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 23, 2010, 05:03:44 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 23, 2010, 05:03:44 AM
Quote from: DVP;346590
I think the hood tach is period correct and would complete it. Just part of your car to me though.
This is my single biggest issue with the car right now......i just cant decide, so its staying off for now i think.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 23, 2010, 05:05:11 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 23, 2010, 05:05:11 AM
Quote from: turbo_88_XR7;346593
you know david, i was about to get very upset when the first pic popped up.. i thought she was hurting again lmao
God forbid Chris! LOL I dont think i could endure another go-around with the car so soon.....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MrBill88Tbird on December 23, 2010, 05:23:18 AM
Post by: MrBill88Tbird on December 23, 2010, 05:23:18 AM
David,
The car looks great!!! Congrats on the photo contest too!!! Did the laser strip come on the car originally?
The car looks great!!! Congrats on the photo contest too!!! Did the laser strip come on the car originally?
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 23, 2010, 05:52:08 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 23, 2010, 05:52:08 AM
Quote from: MrBill88Tbird;346684
David,
The car looks great!!! Congrats on the photo contest too!!! Did the laser strip come on the car originally?
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/unknown.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/unknown-1.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 23, 2010, 10:40:07 AM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 23, 2010, 10:40:07 AM
Quote from: MY83T;346681
God forbid Chris! LOL I dont think i could endure another go-around with the car so soon.....
i don't think i could endure the wait to see a finished product again LOL
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: Davemutt on December 23, 2010, 12:32:34 PM
Post by: Davemutt on December 23, 2010, 12:32:34 PM
That looks great! I know you were considering another color, but that really looks nice with the laser stripe. I wouldn't change a thing (leave the tach off).:D
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 23, 2010, 01:59:46 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 23, 2010, 01:59:46 PM
Quote from: Davemutt;346721
That looks great! I know you were considering another color, but that really looks nice with the laser stripe. I wouldn't change a thing (leave the tach off).:D
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 25, 2010, 02:24:55 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 25, 2010, 02:24:55 PM
i was bored and shot a few more pics this morning......
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1687copy5x10-1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1699a.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_169110x12copy.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1697.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1695.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1694.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1693-1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1687copy5x10-1.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1699a.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_169110x12copy.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1697.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1695.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1694.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1693-1.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 25, 2010, 07:27:56 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 25, 2010, 07:27:56 PM
hey now.. she's not all original.. i see an MSD blaster coil! lol she looks a million times better david
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 26, 2010, 02:07:57 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 26, 2010, 02:07:57 AM
thanks Chris, its been a long road to get here, but it was so worth all the hassle.....the whole project has exceeded all of my expectations!
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: thunderjet302 on December 26, 2010, 08:53:49 PM
Post by: thunderjet302 on December 26, 2010, 08:53:49 PM
That looks sweet :).
I so need to get a 70-71 Torino with a 429....
I so need to get a 70-71 Torino with a 429....
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 26, 2010, 09:01:28 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 26, 2010, 09:01:28 PM
Quote from: thunderjet302;347180
That looks sweet :).
I so need to get a 70-71 Torino with a 429....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1687copy5x10-2.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 26, 2010, 09:10:00 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 26, 2010, 09:10:00 PM
Quote from: MY83T;347183
What are you waiting for? LOL Everyone should have a Torino......and a Thunderbird....
so that's why you told me i should get 1.. lmao
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 27, 2010, 12:23:25 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 27, 2010, 12:23:25 AM
a few photoshopped versions.....i was bored tonight....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1687copy5x10-2-1B.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1687copy5x10-2-2C.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1687copy5x10-2A.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1687copy5x10-2-1B.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1687copy5x10-2-2C.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/Convertible%20Repairs/Torino%20Ragtop%20Update/DSC_1687copy5x10-2A.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 27, 2010, 12:26:28 AM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 27, 2010, 12:26:28 AM
got tired of cruising through the forums? lol
ok ok.. now how about the bird! lol just kidding
ok ok.. now how about the bird! lol just kidding
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 27, 2010, 12:30:59 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 27, 2010, 12:30:59 AM
out of time and money........
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 27, 2010, 12:32:30 AM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 27, 2010, 12:32:30 AM
i meant pictures lol
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 27, 2010, 12:33:41 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 27, 2010, 12:33:41 AM
the Bird will have to wait until spring.........
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 27, 2010, 12:39:53 AM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 27, 2010, 12:39:53 AM
i'll be waiting, especially if the pic in your sig is from 83 and it's the only 1 you have lol
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 27, 2010, 12:42:16 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 27, 2010, 12:42:16 AM
Quote from: turbo_88_XR7;347211
i'll be waiting, especially if the pic in your sig is from 83 and it's the only 1 you have lol
Its from 87, i was 19 and the car was still like new.......
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 27, 2010, 01:20:56 AM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 27, 2010, 01:20:56 AM
you make me feel young.. til i try standing up and remember i'm old.. lol
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 30, 2010, 12:59:59 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 30, 2010, 12:59:59 AM
Quote from: MY83T;345246
My care package arrived today.....a few goodies....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo123.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo124.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo125.jpg)
my wall plaque came today.....its really nice....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo.jpg)
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: thunderjet302 on December 30, 2010, 01:14:05 AM
Post by: thunderjet302 on December 30, 2010, 01:14:05 AM
It's a good thing you got it back before the 75 inches of snow hit New York ;).
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 30, 2010, 01:15:47 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 30, 2010, 01:15:47 AM
Quote from: thunderjet302;347658
It's a good thing you got it back before the 75 inches of snow hit New York ;).
barely a day to spare too! we got 18 inches in Long Island.........
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 30, 2010, 01:17:21 AM
Post by: MY83T on December 30, 2010, 01:17:21 AM
Quote from: thunderjet302;347658
It's a good thing you got it back before the 75 inches of snow hit New York ;).
barely a day to spare too! we got 18 inches in Long Island.........
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 30, 2010, 01:49:19 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 30, 2010, 01:49:19 PM
Quote from: MY83T;347659
barely a day to spare too! we got 18 inches in Long Island.........
keep it!!!!!! i don't know what we wound up with here, not nearly that much though.. maybe 8-10.. you got what was supposed to land here LOL
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 30, 2010, 01:50:29 PM
Post by: turbo_88_XR7 on December 30, 2010, 01:50:29 PM
oh yeah, and a bunch of your pictures aren't working david.. including your sig pics
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on December 30, 2010, 02:02:01 PM
Post by: MY83T on December 30, 2010, 02:02:01 PM
Looks like i might have exceeded my photobucket bandwith.....i may have to upgrade to PRO.
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on January 02, 2011, 12:29:07 PM
Post by: MY83T on January 02, 2011, 12:29:07 PM
Quote from: MY83T;345246
My care package arrived today.....a few goodies....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo123.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo124.jpg)
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo125.jpg)
The web link to my write up...... http://www.popularhotrodding.com/features/1101phr_phr_photo_contest/70_torino_gt_convertible.html
Title: Worst day ever (chevy truck destroys my front clip
Post by: MY83T on January 02, 2011, 12:31:41 PM
Post by: MY83T on January 02, 2011, 12:31:41 PM
Quote from: MY83T;347655
my wall plaque came today.....its really nice....
(http://i248.photobucket.com/albums/gg169/my70gt/photo.jpg)
web link added: http://www.popularhotrodding.com/features/1101phr_phr_photo_contest/70_torino_gt_convertible.html