Restoration & Customization

KM · KM

Well deconstruction started today I am removing the stock drivetrain and installing a S K built 383 stroker, a new Auto Gear M22 and a new Ford 9 inch rear. Here are some pics just to start I removed the emissions stuff so far cause I still need the car to run around the block to my friends garage for the maj...

TURNA · TURNA

What is a good fuel pressure at an idle with a mechnical pump?

TURNA · TURNA

I am having a problem with the steering. Had it since the car has been put together. Did not have the problem b4 the swap. I have a quick ratio steering box the 2.5 turns lock 2 lock. Problem is I get 1 turn to the left and 1.5 turns to the right. I just had it all apart to make sure everything was together r...

PitchBlackSS · PitchBlackSS

Just got back from the body shop, Monte goes in on the 18th!!!!!! Getting it stripped & painted. Going with a GM Bright White with Chrysler Bight Silver Metallic rally stripes. also getting a Goodmark steel cowl hood. All factory black accents will stay the factory black. I wanted to do a pearl w...

intimadatorsquizz · intimadatorsquizz

i scored this 4x6 trailer from a friend for $50.00. he had just painted it and bought a 3/4" sheet of plywood for it. so i bought it a fixed it up a bit. first me and my buddy made 2' high stake sides for it. then i redid all the wiring and added new lights the i added 2 layers of 3/4" plywood on the floo...

John S · John S

Well, I think this is complete now. I dont think I can fit anything else under there.

pazzo1969 · pazzo1969

[IMG]https://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc59/pazzo19...

John S · John S

[IMG]https://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h111/johns...

mattthias · mattthias

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250693691391&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT

John S · John S

I picked up a few things from UMi while at the nationals last weekend. When I got home I place an order from Spohn and here is the result; Frame braces from UMI and Pro Touring swaybar from Spohn. I also got a drive shaft loop and billet tie rod adjusters from UMI, those go in next. [IMG]https://i62.photob...

Doc · Doc

Well, after having these parts laying around for a couple of years, I finally used them and converted over to electric mirrors. The labor is pretty straight forward. Without any problems and somebody that knows how to hook them up (not me), it should take from 3-4 hours. You remove the mirror bracket...

intimadatorsquizz · intimadatorsquizz

[IMG]https://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr59/intimadatorsquizz/87...

PitchBlackSS · PitchBlackSS

ok, I really need to lower the car, not digging the 4x4 look anymore. I would like to get it to the point my sig pic shows, but may be too low with the cutouts under the car. Here's what Im thinking.... 2" Spindles in front 2" coils in rear Hotchkis Sways Spahn rear upper arms (already installe...

mattthias · mattthias

So late last season I developed a coolant leak. It progressively got worse and it was coming from the t-stat housing. I tried tightening the bolts and the hose but they were snug as could be. I knew before I did anything this season that the leak would have to be taken care of. I spoke to Dave W. and he said th...

TURNA · TURNA

Popped off a valve cover to adjust the rockers and there is was, a yummy milkshake. Took out the thermostat and got the pressure tester out. Pumped up the cooling system to 17-18lbs. The pressure held. Did it again and let the pressure sit for about 15 -20 min, and it held. Didn't notice the radiator low e...

PitchBlackSS · PitchBlackSS

All this time and it ends up being a bad module and coil in my brand new distributor. Replaced those 2 parts, put the carb back to "out of the box stock" and she's running like a dream!!! Drove around for close to an hour today, mixed driving and conditions. She ran great. No problems at lights...

NYMontess · NYMontess

all Anyone looking to do some upgrades to the monte engine compartment You have to look at this stuff. I just brouhgt some items and looking to get more. http://www.custommontessparts.com/

intimadatorsquizz · intimadatorsquizz

well a few of you know if been helping my friend redo his kitchen. there dishwasher was leaking over a period of time and they had no idea it was. then one day the valve burst on the bottom of the dishwasher and flooded the kitchen. well his home owners covered it and the work begain. he and another guy rippe...

intimadatorsquizz · intimadatorsquizz

[IMG]https://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr59/intimadatorsquizz/IMAG0251.jpg...

TURNA · TURNA

-- Edited by TURNA on Tuesday 22nd of March 2011 07:15:32 PM

8aero7 · 8aero7

First off, hey everyone! i hope everyones doing well, i havent been posting much but ive been reading the forum on and off. I have a case of spring fever as im sure many of you guys do too so i cant wait to get out to some shows soon long story short unfortunately my grandmother is sick and will never drive aga...

Kevin89 · Kevin89

Well i put on "new" rims, off of my Z28, and did some engine bay work. A/C mostly gone, Emisssions gone, new headers on, catalytic converter gone. Its got a nice rumble to it now for a 305. The computer is going soon along with the AC/Heater box. but here are some pics.

TURNA · TURNA

Kevin89 · Kevin89

so i finally got a 350 engine for my 86SS, picked it up this morning, got it up on a dolly, and once it warms up a bit we'll freshen it up (mild cam, valve springs, timing set, polished water pump, and chrome alternator.) and drop it in. the two pictures are, one as soon as it got home, and two, on the dolly all d...

Tonys57chevy · Tonys57chevy

http://www.fivestarbodies.com/index.php?p=product&id=588

PitchBlackSS · PitchBlackSS

[URL=http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v733/NAIOA/MonteSS/?action=view&current=video-2011-02-09-13-30-34.mp4][img]http://img.phot...

intimadatorsquizz · intimadatorsquizz

ok here are some finished pics of that Chevelle i've been working on for the past few months off and on. it started out not needing much but the more i looked the more it needed. my friend said to fix what ever was wrong........ so here is a list. fixed the MSD wiring. fixed and rerouted the starter wires. ad...

TURNA · TURNA

HMMMMMMMMM...............................

PitchBlackSS · PitchBlackSS

firebird_1252 · firebird_1252

well what should have been a simple paintjob will now turn in to a full out resto. first off.. if your leaving your car for any amount of time.. make sure its inside and taken care of.. as most will remember my gn well.. WAS mint. after inspection of getting it down here.. the car is in very very rough shap...

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	KM 87 Aerocoupe new drivetrain (Preview) Well deconstruction started today I am removing the stock drivetrain and installing a S K built 383 stroker, a new Auto Gear M22 and a new Ford 9 inch rear. Here are some pics just to start I removed the emissions stuff so far cause I still need the car to run around the block to my friends garage for the maj...	KM	29	1507	Nov 7, 2011 by Rich_S85SS
	FUEL PRESSURE AT AN IDLE (Preview) What is a good fuel pressure at an idle with a mechnical pump?	TURNA	1	513	Oct 18, 2011 by twomanymontes
	Going nuts &^%$^%$!!!!!!! (Preview) I am having a problem with the steering. Had it since the car has been put together. Did not have the problem b4 the swap. I have a quick ratio steering box the 2.5 turns lock 2 lock. Problem is I get 1 turn to the left and 1.5 turns to the right. I just had it all apart to make sure everything was together r...	TURNA	6	591	Oct 17, 2011 by twomanymontes
	Paint & Body.... (Preview) Just got back from the body shop, Monte goes in on the 18th!!!!!! Getting it stripped & painted. Going with a GM Bright White with Chrysler Bight Silver Metallic rally stripes. also getting a Goodmark steel cowl hood. All factory black accents will stay the factory black. I wanted to do a pearl w...	PitchBlackSS	38	1061	Sep 11, 2011 by CiscoSS
	Small trailer redo (Preview) i scored this 4x6 trailer from a friend for $50.00. he had just painted it and bought a 3/4" sheet of plywood for it. so i bought it a fixed it up a bit. first me and my buddy made 2' high stake sides for it. then i redid all the wiring and added new lights the i added 2 layers of 3/4" plywood on the floo...	intimadatorsquizz	11	724	Sep 7, 2011 by black07ss
	Completed rear suspension (Preview) Well, I think this is complete now. I dont think I can fit anything else under there.	John S	10	697	Aug 28, 2011 by frankoc
	Montelicious lip-zen (Preview) [IMG]https://i213.photobucket.com/albums/cc59/pazzo19...	pazzo1969	14	772	Aug 28, 2011 by frankoc
	Before and after of the hood, opinioons welcome...... (Preview) [IMG]https://i62.photobucket.com/albums/h111/johns...	John S	11	653	Aug 9, 2011 by Tonys57chevy
	HID headlights installed (Preview) http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=250693691391&viewitem=&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWNX%3AIT	mattthias	13	761	Jul 28, 2011 by mattthias
	Rear suspension upgrades (Preview) I picked up a few things from UMi while at the nationals last weekend. When I got home I place an order from Spohn and here is the result; Frame braces from UMI and Pro Touring swaybar from Spohn. I also got a drive shaft loop and billet tie rod adjusters from UMI, those go in next. [IMG]https://i62.photob...	John S	6	652	Jul 8, 2011 by twomanymontes
	Electric Mirror Conversion (Preview) Well, after having these parts laying around for a couple of years, I finally used them and converted over to electric mirrors. The labor is pretty straight forward. Without any problems and somebody that knows how to hook them up (not me), it should take from 3-4 hours. You remove the mirror bracket...	Doc	7	754	Jun 12, 2011 by Crusher
	Jim's Motor Upgrades ( 1 2 ) (Preview) [IMG]https://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr59/intimadatorsquizz/87...	intimadatorsquizz	80	3347	May 28, 2011 by Matty
	Lowering qeustions (Preview) ok, I really need to lower the car, not digging the 4x4 look anymore. I would like to get it to the point my sig pic shows, but may be too low with the cutouts under the car. Here's what Im thinking.... 2" Spindles in front 2" coils in rear Hotchkis Sways Spahn rear upper arms (already installe...	PitchBlackSS	4	577	Apr 27, 2011 by PitchBlackSS
	Under the hood - cleaned and dressed up (Preview) So late last season I developed a coolant leak. It progressively got worse and it was coming from the t-stat housing. I tried tightening the bolts and the hose but they were snug as could be. I knew before I did anything this season that the leak would have to be taken care of. I spoke to Dave W. and he said th...	mattthias	9	715	Apr 25, 2011 by aeroocoupe
	WATER IN OIL (Preview) Popped off a valve cover to adjust the rockers and there is was, a yummy milkshake. Took out the thermostat and got the pressure tester out. Pumped up the cooling system to 17-18lbs. The pressure held. Did it again and let the pressure sit for about 15 -20 min, and it held. Didn't notice the radiator low e...	TURNA	3	634	Apr 20, 2011 by intimadatorsquizz
	Its all better now!!!!! (Preview) All this time and it ends up being a bad module and coil in my brand new distributor. Replaced those 2 parts, put the carb back to "out of the box stock" and she's running like a dream!!! Drove around for close to an hour today, mixed driving and conditions. She ran great. No problems at lights...	PitchBlackSS	3	696	Apr 20, 2011 by twomanymontes
	Custom Monte Parts (Preview) all Anyone looking to do some upgrades to the monte engine compartment You have to look at this stuff. I just brouhgt some items and looking to get more. http://www.custommontessparts.com/	NYMontess	7	631	Apr 17, 2011 by Crusher
	Jim's kitchen project (Preview) well a few of you know if been helping my friend redo his kitchen. there dishwasher was leaking over a period of time and they had no idea it was. then one day the valve burst on the bottom of the dishwasher and flooded the kitchen. well his home owners covered it and the work begain. he and another guy rippe...	intimadatorsquizz	14	799	Apr 15, 2011 by knightfan26917
	Karen's Monte (Preview) [IMG]https://i469.photobucket.com/albums/rr59/intimadatorsquizz/IMAG0251.jpg...	intimadatorsquizz	8	613	Apr 5, 2011 by dduffy24
	The Exhaust is on!!!!!! VIDEO> (Preview) -- Edited by TURNA on Tuesday 22nd of March 2011 07:15:32 PM	TURNA	6	662	Apr 1, 2011 by TURNA
	96 lt-1 into a gbody (Preview) First off, hey everyone! i hope everyones doing well, i havent been posting much but ive been reading the forum on and off. I have a case of spring fever as im sure many of you guys do too so i cant wait to get out to some shows soon long story short unfortunately my grandmother is sick and will never drive aga...	8aero7	13	992	Mar 19, 2011 by firebird_1252
	Updates (Preview) Well i put on "new" rims, off of my Z28, and did some engine bay work. A/C mostly gone, Emisssions gone, new headers on, catalytic converter gone. Its got a nice rumble to it now for a 305. The computer is going soon along with the AC/Heater box. but here are some pics.	Kevin89	2	678	Mar 15, 2011 by twomanymontes
	VIDEO OF THE MALIBU (Preview)	TURNA	8	899	Mar 13, 2011 by Matty
	My new 350 (Preview) so i finally got a 350 engine for my 86SS, picked it up this morning, got it up on a dolly, and once it warms up a bit we'll freshen it up (mild cam, valve springs, timing set, polished water pump, and chrome alternator.) and drop it in. the two pictures are, one as soon as it got home, and two, on the dolly all d...	Kevin89	23	1054	Feb 18, 2011 by Kevin89
	1/4 panels cheap (Preview) http://www.fivestarbodies.com/index.php?p=product&id=588	Tonys57chevy	5	728	Feb 16, 2011 by PitchBlackSS
	Finally dug out the Monte (Preview) [URL=http://smg.photobucket.com/albums/v733/NAIOA/MonteSS/?action=view&current=video-2011-02-09-13-30-34.mp4][img]http://img.phot...	PitchBlackSS	2	655	Feb 11, 2011 by mattthias
	Jim's friends Chevelle (Preview) ok here are some finished pics of that Chevelle i've been working on for the past few months off and on. it started out not needing much but the more i looked the more it needed. my friend said to fix what ever was wrong........ so here is a list. fixed the MSD wiring. fixed and rerouted the starter wires. ad...	intimadatorsquizz	6	696	Feb 11, 2011 by intimadatorsquizz
	RED or BLUE ??? (Preview) HMMMMMMMMM...............................	TURNA	7	794	Jan 13, 2011 by twomanymontes
	Aerocoupe Conversion Complete!!! (Preview)	PitchBlackSS	10	1121	Jan 2, 2011 by PitchBlackSS
	my RESTO :( (Preview) well what should have been a simple paintjob will now turn in to a full out resto. first off.. if your leaving your car for any amount of time.. make sure its inside and taken care of.. as most will remember my gn well.. WAS mint. after inspection of getting it down here.. the car is in very very rough shap...	firebird_1252	6	627	Dec 31, 2010 by Montess2k
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