66 VAIR-8 Project
Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Looks nice,but with that modified subrame and the minimal mounting points with the PG set up,I would install cable teathers to retain the drivetrain in case of a accident,you dont want the V8 coming at you from behind!Mike
Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Thanks Mike, great suggestion! Will probably do that.
Charles Troutman Sr.
Charles Troutman Jr.
Glendale, AZ
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Finally got all moved. We moved our 65 convertible to my new place and my dads 68 Vair-8 to his house. I have a lot of unpacking to do before I can start working on the car again but meanwhile my dad is going to work on his 68 since its at his house now. Might have to start a new post for his progress.
Charles Troutman Sr.
Charles Troutman Jr.
Glendale, AZ
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Here is a great video on a Vair-8
Charles Troutman Sr.
Charles Troutman Jr.
Glendale, AZ
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Looking for seats for dads 68. Theses work and look great. Really like to lever to flip seat forward.
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Charles Troutman Jr.
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Haven't updated in a while. I will post more later but here are some pictures of our instrument panels. All new gauges with GPS speedometer.
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Charles Troutman Sr.
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Thanks for the interesting photos of your instrument cluster mods. What is the instrument brand and series? Do you have a Web link for a good source? Any tips on making the modifications and adaptations?
Brad Bodie
Lake Chatuge, North Carolina
1966 Corvair Corsa Convertible
Lake Chatuge, North Carolina
1966 Corvair Corsa Convertible
Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
We order them from Speedhut. I will get the measurements and style and post. Here is back side of the Monza dash. I will post more later.
Charles Troutman Sr.
Charles Troutman Jr.
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Looks Nice! What are the Headers From? I really needa street V8 again! Mike
Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Love my engine
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Dad finished fitting spark plug wires. Taking car to shop where my headers were made to install cooling system.
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Been a while since last post been working on my dads V8. Just got mine back from body shop with all dents filled, rust replaced and lower windshield replaced. Planning on painting after I install cooling system.
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
looking nice!!!!!
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Good progress! Nice to see you and your dad again at Palm Springs.
Dave W. from Gilbert, AZ
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
Hi Charles,
Can I get the specs on how you made the back side of that dash?
I have a similar project that is stumping me right now.
Cheers,
David
Can I get the specs on how you made the back side of that dash?
I have a similar project that is stumping me right now.
Cheers,
David
Cheers,
David
Mesa AZ
1965 Monza Coupe
1965 Monza Convertible
1965 Corsa Coupe
David
Mesa AZ
1965 Monza Coupe
1965 Monza Convertible
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Re: 66 VAIR-8 Project
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Glendale, AZ
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