started 69 runner resto

[corunna bird]

hey ron, yeah there stuff is pretty nice for sure. I have kinda looked at a lot of pics from the great members here to get some ideas as well. thx bruce

 

[GearAddict]

thx GearAddict, seams like baby steps though. I guess sooner or later it will be done

I very often feel that way myself, just keep pluggin...

 

[Ron 73]

Those baby steps doing these cars are as real as everything else getting them done, I don't mind them myself and find there very useful to keep "me" in line anyway, keeps things in check with slow process's works to my advantage and keeps me from at least some mistakes! lol, sounds rediculas but to me part of a better job in the end!

 

[corunna bird]

Those baby steps doing these cars are as real as everything else getting them done, I don't mind them myself and find there very useful to keep "me" in line anyway, keeps things in check with slow process's works to my advantage and keeps me from at least some mistakes! lol, sounds rediculas but to me part of a better job in the end!

yeah and it also helps not to break the bank lol. I am sure it probably makes more sense to just buy a complete car turn key and cheaper but there is not satisfaction in that. I actually like tearing it apart and then building it from a shell. bruce

 

[Ron 73]

yeah and it also helps not to break the bank lol. I am sure it probably makes more sense to just buy a complete car turn key and cheaper but there is not satisfaction in that. I actually like tearing it apart and then building it from a shell. bruce

Buying a complete car is the way it is i guess but buying a project, or at least one that needs the TLC is the way ive always went myself, There is more satisfaction in doing it all and being able to say that once done "i did it" i have always been one from the start of any old car that "has" to buy the one that needs the work and after the first one i found out that when the time comes (had to do it) sell it, its much harder remembering all i put in it, im not talking breaking the bank but the effort, and time put in it, i really always liked the work to do one (and thats only a couple) even though it does kick you now and then with problems, And you do good work watching your progress!

 

[corunna bird]

Buying a complete car is the way it is i guess but buying a project, or at least one that needs the TLC is the way ive always went myself, There is more satisfaction in doing it all and being able to say that once done "i did it" i have always been one from the start of any old car that "has" to buy the one that needs the work and after the first one i found out that when the time comes (had to do it) sell it, its much harder remembering all i put in it, im not talking breaking the bank but the effort, and time put in it, i really always liked the work to do one (and thats only a couple) even though it does kick you now and then with problems, And you do good work watching your progress!

thx ron, I do sometimes look at some cars that are for sale and think why the &$% am I grinding and welding instead of driving.there are completed cars ready to go for a lot less than I will be spending(not counting my time)and I feel I must be a dog for punishment lol. bruce

 

[Ron 73]

Once your done, the "punishment" thinking will go away, the first time someone asks who you got to do all that work and you can say "I did", i think its one of the best things when it comes to doing our cars ourselves, i had no choice with mine as im not going to come up with the money to buy one ready so i made my mind up that i can do it and now, im glad about it, i look at the cars much different thinking about the time i put in and to me, that's what makes a real enthusiast, building them ourselves we know everything about them and makes it fun! Im doing a 69 RR and work on it when i can, i have problems that keep me from it a lot but work thru them and go back at it, i do admit it's a bit more fun having my 73 to play with lol, and i did that one although it was much more simple work then what im building this time but im enjoying it! Good luck Bruce and enjoy what your doing, and in the end you'll be having the fun your working toward now!

 

[corunna bird]

yeah for sure thanks ron, I do have the wifes 69 d-100 to drive around which is a good motivator. bruce

 

[corunna bird]

hey, I am going to order the clutch/p.plate bellhousing and flywheel for my challenger. anybody have any suggestion on the brand and type I should be looking at? 18 spline trans behind the hemi. thx bruce

 

[Ron 73]

I cant give you one that i would really know that much about bud but i would try Mancini's racing!! Here's a link for Center line pressure plates, (below) ive heard a lot of good about them and im sure if you put this in the right section of the site (http://www.forbbodiesonly.com/moparforum/forumdisplay.php?32-General-Mopar-Tech-Discussions) as far as 4-speed parts you'll get more then enough guys telling you what is or isint good!! Good luck...

P-Plate http://search.store.yahoo.net/chucker54/cgi-bin/nsearch?query=pressure+plate&searchsubmit=Go&vwcatalog=chucker54&.autodone=http%3A%2F%2Fchucker54.stores.yahoo.net%2Fdrivetrain-parts.html

 

[corunna bird]

Yeah I did start a new thread on the subject, also spoke with brewers to get a recommendation and they sent me a quote to go with the McLeod street twin disk combo with the flywheel and all. Sounded pretty good. Thx bruce

 

[corunna bird]

well just a little update on the challenger progress, I bought a quick time bell housing with block plate, 18 spline McLeod twin disk & flywheel package and a 18 spline 4-speed, I will change out the 4 for 5 speed when my number comes up and use the 4-speed in the roadrunner. That's one more big piece of the puzzle .now just the alterkation and then install it all, spring will be here before I know it. thx Bruce

P.S the Canadian dollar is killing me right now lol

 

[corunna bird]

just another question,

does anyone know if the bottom of the quick time bell housing hangs down more than the original bell housing? thx Bruce

 

[Ron 73]

I think i would call them, You would think they would make them as original to "the" original but that's not always the case even if manufactures try to do it they don't always get it...

 

[corunna bird]

well I guess I will see, I will be home next week and I will post my findings. bruce

 

[Deanfitz27]

Hey Bruce would you know the color code by any chance of the Cuda in post #49. Did you decide what color you are going with? I'm still undecided for my 69 rr. Thanks

 

[corunna bird]

Hey Bruce would you know the color code by any chance of the Cuda in post #49. Did you decide what color you are going with? I'm still undecided for my 69 rr. Thanks

hey, no I don't know the color probably a custom blend.still not sure on a color but the wife and my paint guy are pushing it to be a really straight shiny black, can't say it is a bad option there is just so many other colors, I keep looking on line for pictures. I am going to shorten the housing sometime soon. thx Bruce

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View attachment 214730black is nice!

 

[Deanfitz27]

Black sure does look good, tripple black would be nice, gloss exterior, satin stripes and a black vinyl top. I'm thinking I want to go with a bright kinda color. I've done alot of paint restorations and refinishes and just don't want the maintenance of black, swirl etc

 

[Ron 73]

Good luck Bruce, black is always a winner but like you said there is sooo many colors, paint and wheels are a big decision... Just make sure its "your" decision and your smiling each time you walk out and get in it!

 

[corunna bird]

Yeah dean, that's the only issue with black. Looks awesome till you touch it.

Ron, good point maybe I'll get the wheels and then see what goes with them