The frame was sand blasted and painted. The rims were painted original design and colors. The wide white walls are 750X16. The front axel was completely rebuilt. The rear axel needed little attention. All the brake components were rebuilt including the power booster. All the brake lines, seals and fuel lines were replaced.
This baby will fly!
After I drove the beast up on the trailer. Chris Ball (with the hat) and Gary Hoover were glad to see the Air.. flow outta there.
The gas tank had to be welded and restored. The transmission and overdrive had to be completely rebuilt. The hand brake band had to be replaced. A better muffler than this had to be made. The steering box had to be rebuilt.
The radiator had to be re-cored and the air cleaner needed restoration. A temporary seat was made for the first test drive.
Body & chassis together again.
This is a rear 1/4 shot of the original body on the body stand waiting for its trip to the media blaster.
Rebuilt original 1960 Corvette 283 cubic inch engine
The carburators where sent to Bob Kunz for a thorough restoration. !.jpg)
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The sun is setting on the restoration. Odd, looks pink in this picture.
I was in absolute awe when I spotted this antique Hudson downtown. Flawless!
