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O.K. my opinion - only a complete fool would cut the top off of a total rust bucket to make it a convertible if the body was very weak and rusted...
For some reason the url didn't come out right it should be http://s1135.photobucket.com/albums/bobnebraska604/
I have some pictures on photobucket that will give you an idea of where these cars tend to rust, and how I fixed the floor on the one I have up...
Looking at the photo it is not a real convertible, but if you're intested in a real 54 Pontiac convertible, I've got one listed on Ebay right now...
A 53 Pontiac grill that is nice is hard to find - I've been looking on Ebay for one for 6 years - There was one that was rechromed that sold for...
I've read your post numerous times. Five years ago my family went through a similar event. Although I should know just what to say, I am at a loss...
Working in the auto body profession for a good portion of my life, I cringe when a person comes up to me and asks me for some "tips" on how to do...
I had an 8 track player ripped from the lower dash on my 68 Camaro back in 1973. After saving up to buy a replacement, I modified my new unit by...
A lot of great advice here - most will be from old guys who tried to help a young trade school grad get started, and got burned by their own...
There are unbelievable deals, Right Now, here on HAMB under the cars for sale. Many have been listed for months, and not snatched up even when the...
If they do excellent work on late model cars, I'm betting on them doing excellent work on a classic 57 convert. Not only is the shops reputation...
I'm not a big fan of paying close to 40 bucks a bag for any kind of blasting media unless it is kept in a blast cabinet with a reclaimer. I am a...
As far as buying, I once drove 900 miles each way ( when gas was 4.00 a gallon) to look at a misrepresented car before the bidding ended.........
I just had a bad experience trying to sell a car on ebay - A guy with 100% feedback and 150 transactions hit the Buy it Now button for a $1675....
Thanks for the replies, this is just a little frustrating - I sent the emails to give them time to do a little research....thought it might work...
Individual Emails to sales dept, tech dept, and customer service department...... Without even an acknowledgment. I may just pull the brand new...
Apparently Isky cams is not anxious to answer my email by looking into their archives....anybody have an old Isky catalog that could run this part...
I have a 261 with a camshaft that has the number 201394 stamped into the back. Does anyone have an ID on this ? I need to buy compatible lifters...
I did a low buck floor replacement for a friend a few years back on a 64 t-bird. If you have a car that doesn't have to be factory correct, but...
An old bodyman term : 20 footer - Looks excellent from 20 feet away, but upon close scrutiny a trained eye can find flaws. Most cars on Used car...
Generally most areas that need to be repaired (if repairable) that do not require panel replacement, you can figure about 2 hours of labor for an...
How does it compare to the Fremont show?
Gotta agree with trailer-Ed on this one. But if it will ease your conscious some then let's analyse your situation.....You have owned the car for...
Yep, they'll come ...but so will your bull chitting friends, that seem to hang on, even when you're grinding sparks in their faces, trying to get...
The one thing I learned early in this game is to Never, Ever, Ever make the first offer. Ask him what he thinks it's worth. He'll throw the ball...
Hi Chip- As far as the current trends, I think you only have to look as far as what another Chip (Foose) is doing. Reality car shows like his are...
Well Scoot - I have pics and will give it my best - Sorry my 1953 deluxe 8 convertible, milano ivory, is not for sale. It will be when it's...
Front and rear floor panels are the same as any other 58 chevy car, and are available repro, however everything from the rear seat back will need...
I have a 53 and a 54 grill in the garage. Will try to post some pics ASAP. Bob
Just bought a 261 short block that was machined by a top local shop and was put together by a guy in his garage. It has new .60 over pistons, cam,...
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