Galaxie Update - New Wheels & Ready for the Roundup!

(go to post #51 for better pics in the sun!)

I left off on the last thread with the roof getting flaked, scalloped and candied.

Since then, Hiboy32 and Hot-rod Roadster came over to help wet sand the roof and buff/polish it. We started wet sanding with 1500 grit, then went over it with 2000 grit.

Jeff (Hiboy32) did buffing/polishing




Hot-rod Roadster on the right:

 

I ordered a set of OE chrome wheels from Rally America (Wheel Kid) a few weeks ago and had my WWW tires from the previous red wheels switched over. They are 15x7, 4" backspacing. I am very happy with the wheels and quality of the chrome - very nice!
Thanks, Rally America!

I also ordered a set of spider caps from Riley Automotive (VAPHEAD). They arrived promptly and look great on the chrome wheels. Thanks, Riley Automotive!
(both of the above companies are HAMB Alliance Vendors and offer a discount)

A few pics of the new wheels/caps:

 

recognize that roadside stop. car looks good.

 

I was thinking about this car today, lookin great!

 

that rocks. Love the new look.

Jeff

 

A few more pics:








I think the wheels make a huge difference - waaay better than the red Mopar wheels I had on the car before.

Here's a before pic for comparison:

 

Sure is purdy......top came out like glass...

 

I think a couple of the pics look the same. Who does your editing?

Jeff

 

Thanks!

I drove the car up past Sioux City today for our family Easter gathering, to put a few miles (about 300) on before the Austin trip - it's great to be back into the season where I can drive it again!
That's one of the I-29 rest stops that I know you've seen before.

In the past month, or so, I've also fixed the heater and the "accordion" boot that connects it to the cowl. Stays nice 'n' toasty in the car now! It was only about 30 degrees in the Sioux City area today. I also installed a new gas tank and fixed a few other odds 'n' ends. Just need to switch from the generator to alternator this week and should be good to go.

Malcolm

 

Haha... the editor is a bit tired - stayed out kinda late last night, ya know!

You have been assigned the title of "proof reader". (fixed it) Thanks.

 

Looks great. It's night and day between this and the old version. The car pops now.

 

^ditto^ the car looks bitchin!

 

I heard all the Omaha boys were out last night....what... no more Saturday night breathing heavy phone calls for me any more.....where's the love????

oh yeah, car looks great.

 

That roof job looks great, and those tires and rims bring it all together. Was the roof job complicated?

 

Awesome job. Not that it was bad at all but man that is a great improvement

Cant wait to see that flake in the Austin Sun

 

Haha... I was busy with the ladies, ya know! The Mercurys (you saw them at my Halloween party), the Mezcal Brothers, and the Rumblejetts played - had a great time! Oh, and don't you worry, we were talkin' about ya!

Thanks - here's a link to the roof thread:
http://www.jalopyjournal.com/forum/showthread.php?t=247518&showall=1

It should answer some of your questions. Let me know if you have any others...

Malcolm

 

There are some many rides I am looking forward to seeing at the roundup I just hope I can remember what car belongs to what member.

 

Huge improvement.

 

That car sits just right. Stance is important and you've nailed it.

 

Outstanding job , you did a great job of obtaining the stance and look, congrats,,,,,

 

Nailed the stance and wheels...>!

=]

 

nice wheels , love the scallops!!

 

Looks good, I like the New wheel tire combo, are they 15X6'S or 7'S? top looks perfect.

 

Malcolm, the wheels and caps look great. But from now on, you must carry a stepladder with you for photo sessions to better show the new roof.

 

Don't break down in Sioux City now those wheels will be gone hahaha....Joe

 

Looks great man,good choice of wheels. Sat. was rockin and the ladies were friendly at that bar for sure. Later Rob

 

Malcolm, that thing looks dynamite. Can't wait to see it..............
cya man.....

 

Thanks, guys!

The wheels are 15X7 w/ 4" backspacing. Tire size is 225/70r15.

Haha... yeah, I'm somewhat vertically challenged - I'll have to start holding the camera above my head!

Hey, Joe. I really appreciate you helping me out with the generator/regulator last year. I will finally be returning the borrowed ones to you soon. I need to get your new address.

Any progress on your coupe? Show us some pics if you get a chance!

Malcolm

 

cool

 

lookin' good