VOTE- Corvair of the Month July 2015
Forum rules
Welcome to the Online People's Choice Corvair Show - Corvair of the Month.
To enter your vehicle, Reply to the current Corvair of the Month thread, include at least one high quality photo and some info on your entry (year, model, specs, etc). Each show will be limited to the first ten vehicles posted for that month. The voting will begin as soon as ten vehicles are entered or on the 1st of the month, whichever comes first. Please only post vehicles you own and only one per month. Vehicles must be Corvair or Corvair powered. If you win, please do not post the same vehicle in another month during that calendar year. If you won in a previous year you may enter again. The shows will run each month from January through September. In October we will run the "Corvair of the Year" contests. One for all vehicles 1960-1964 and a second for all 1965-1969 vehicles. In November we will have available a Calendar of all of the winners. Please note that by posting pictures in this forum you give corvairforum.com and it's owners the right to use your picture(s) in the calender and website. In order to Vote for your favorite Corvair you will have to have posted at least three times in any forum. In the event of a tie, the vehicle entered first will be the winner.
Welcome to the Online People's Choice Corvair Show - Corvair of the Month.
To enter your vehicle, Reply to the current Corvair of the Month thread, include at least one high quality photo and some info on your entry (year, model, specs, etc). Each show will be limited to the first ten vehicles posted for that month. The voting will begin as soon as ten vehicles are entered or on the 1st of the month, whichever comes first. Please only post vehicles you own and only one per month. Vehicles must be Corvair or Corvair powered. If you win, please do not post the same vehicle in another month during that calendar year. If you won in a previous year you may enter again. The shows will run each month from January through September. In October we will run the "Corvair of the Year" contests. One for all vehicles 1960-1964 and a second for all 1965-1969 vehicles. In November we will have available a Calendar of all of the winners. Please note that by posting pictures in this forum you give corvairforum.com and it's owners the right to use your picture(s) in the calender and website. In order to Vote for your favorite Corvair you will have to have posted at least three times in any forum. In the event of a tie, the vehicle entered first will be the winner.
VOTE- Corvair of the Month July 2015
Voting Now Open
Scott
1960 Monza Coupe
1965 Evening Orchid Corsa Turbo (project)
1961 Rampside (project)
1964 Spyder coupe (patina car, running)
1964 faux Spyder (project/parts car)
1964 Monza (parts car)
1963 Monza (parts car)
1960 Monza Coupe
1965 Evening Orchid Corsa Turbo (project)
1961 Rampside (project)
1964 Spyder coupe (patina car, running)
1964 faux Spyder (project/parts car)
1964 Monza (parts car)
1963 Monza (parts car)
- Am-Iron
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Re: ENTER- Corvair of the Month July 2015
I will try with my newest addition. It is a project but could make a cool calendar picture. I will take better pictures as I get it moving. The plan is nice interior, engine, wheels, air bags and clear coat.
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- bbodie52
- Corvair of the Month
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Re: ENTER- Corvair of the Month July 2015
I like that picture... it is a classic with the aged paint job that you hate to lose. A rusty car with "patina" doesn't always appeal to me, but this van has history and character, and makes you want to restore the van without losing the classic character and finish.
I tried a little digital photo editing and cropping to try to refine the picture you took...
I tried a little digital photo editing and cropping to try to refine the picture you took...
Brad Bodie
Lake Chatuge, North Carolina
1966 Corvair Corsa Convertible
Lake Chatuge, North Carolina
1966 Corvair Corsa Convertible
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Re: ENTER- Corvair of the Month July 2015
For your consideration is my 1964 Monza convertible, 110 hp Powerglide, that has been an ongoing project for the last year. I found the car lurking in a Tampa FL suburb, wet and neglected with a paint job applied that would have caused Earl Schieb to look away in horror, a tired and dirty black interior, and an oil puddle the size if a small lake under the drivetrain. It did seem to start, move and stop pretty well, but various bubbles in the car's lower extremities made it obvious that the dreaded tin worm had not only paid a visit, but had probably moved in and opened a diner.
Once I got the car home, I began the rejuvenation by applying about three gallons of that "eat your skin, your lungs and your face" aircraft stripper to the body. Five full paint jobs, with layers of primer in between, were eventually removed before the 50 year old skin finally saw the light of day. Also, acres of ancient and poorly applied bondo filled holes bigger than expected (aren't they always?) and added substantial weight to the poor old girl.
Not wishing to spend my remaining years hand fashioning patch panels, I bought some "West coast, rust and damage free" sheet metal, only to be bitterly disappointed. What I received was in no better shape than what I already had. So, for the next few months, it was cut, grind, shape, weld, fill, epoxy etc. etc. to give the body a new and improved look. Once that chore was accomplished, four coats of the copper-orange pearl coat were laid down, and then four coats of clear applied over it. This was then cut down again with 1200-1500 grit paper, and another four coats of clear allowed for a finish with ultimate depth and gloss after buffing.
The interior, originally fawn, was updated using custom dyes and mixes based on the exterior color I had on a 1959 Bel Air many moons ago. I thought it gave the car a soothing look when contrasted with the more modern colored exterior.
Several mechanical refinements have also been accomplished, with many more to follow. The Exxon Valdez-like oil leaks were tamed with new push rod tube o-rings, valve cover and oil pan gaskets, and the Powerglide was also freshen up with the usual o-rings and a pan gasket.
A first place finish would help me sooth the always hungry Clark's beast which every Corvair owner knows must be fed every so often. First up is a new top, a close to the interior color instead of the black rag now attached to the car.
Thanks for looking and happy voting. Any consideration is appreciated!
Once I got the car home, I began the rejuvenation by applying about three gallons of that "eat your skin, your lungs and your face" aircraft stripper to the body. Five full paint jobs, with layers of primer in between, were eventually removed before the 50 year old skin finally saw the light of day. Also, acres of ancient and poorly applied bondo filled holes bigger than expected (aren't they always?) and added substantial weight to the poor old girl.
Not wishing to spend my remaining years hand fashioning patch panels, I bought some "West coast, rust and damage free" sheet metal, only to be bitterly disappointed. What I received was in no better shape than what I already had. So, for the next few months, it was cut, grind, shape, weld, fill, epoxy etc. etc. to give the body a new and improved look. Once that chore was accomplished, four coats of the copper-orange pearl coat were laid down, and then four coats of clear applied over it. This was then cut down again with 1200-1500 grit paper, and another four coats of clear allowed for a finish with ultimate depth and gloss after buffing.
The interior, originally fawn, was updated using custom dyes and mixes based on the exterior color I had on a 1959 Bel Air many moons ago. I thought it gave the car a soothing look when contrasted with the more modern colored exterior.
Several mechanical refinements have also been accomplished, with many more to follow. The Exxon Valdez-like oil leaks were tamed with new push rod tube o-rings, valve cover and oil pan gaskets, and the Powerglide was also freshen up with the usual o-rings and a pan gasket.
A first place finish would help me sooth the always hungry Clark's beast which every Corvair owner knows must be fed every so often. First up is a new top, a close to the interior color instead of the black rag now attached to the car.
Thanks for looking and happy voting. Any consideration is appreciated!
Re: ENTER- Corvair of the Month July 2015
1960 Corvair 500. 3sp manual (only options were the heater and folding back seat). She's no frills, yet pretty. I had seen this around my hometown in Nebraska growing up and asked the owner if he'd like to sell it in Jan of this year.
Bought May 2015 from 2nd owner and 26,989k miles (origional). She needs a few things some leaks from all that sitting and some new rear springs wouldn't hurt...and please excuse the tires. Thanks for considering.
Matt
1960 Corvair 500 Sedan
1960 Corvair 500 Sedan
Re: ENTER- Corvair of the Month July 2015
Vote for UNSAFE or else
My 65 Monza - I'll add more later
My 65 Monza - I'll add more later
Kevin Willson
1965 Monza 3.1
Juneau Alaska
1965 Monza 3.1
Juneau Alaska
Re: VOTE- Corvair of the Month July 2015
Vote for UNSAFE or else
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Kevin Willson
1965 Monza 3.1
Juneau Alaska
1965 Monza 3.1
Juneau Alaska
- Am-Iron
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Re: VOTE- Corvair of the Month July 2015
Thanks for the editing Brad! Looks great. I am working on getting tires for my M/T wheels, they look like Torq Thrust, and are originals from the 60's.
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Re: VOTE- Corvair of the Month July 2015
To quote dear departed Elvis "Thank ya, thank ya very much" to all that voted for my Monza. As usual it was an honor to be in such competition.
- Am-Iron
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Congratulations! Great work on your car!!!!!
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- bbodie52
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On Facebook I posted an announcement of your win, and a copy of your great description of the body and paint restoration (a great accomplishment!!!)
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Brad Bodie
Lake Chatuge, North Carolina
1966 Corvair Corsa Convertible
Lake Chatuge, North Carolina
1966 Corvair Corsa Convertible
Re: VOTE- Corvair of the Month July 2015
Shouldn't we post that the August voting is open?
Yes, I did nominate my car , just saying...
Yes, I did nominate my car , just saying...
BobWitt - South East Michigan
Member: Corsa and DACC
1966 Corsa 140
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Member: Corsa and DACC
1966 Corsa 140
Follow my build at: viewtopic.php?f=52&t=9082"