1961 Chevrolet Corvair Project From Norway

[NorwayCorvair]

The horns are actually in the parts pile also :)

[NorwayCorvair]

So i think about ordering up some parts from Clarks (the company i have got the most tips on).

Im thinking of buying these kits for front and back suspension:
C10481
C10587TM

Is there more parts you have wanted to order for the front/rear suspension while im at it?

And also this brake kit:
C10341
Same question there.

I want to buy most of suspension and brake new since it has been sitting since 1987

[cad-kid]

For the brakes make sure to inspect the metal lines for rust and damage. I would also inspect your brake hardware before you order to make sure things have not been modified. Just so your parts from Clarks will fit properly.

I only looked at the kit descriptions and they look like the way to go.

[Ragtop Man]

It's always nice to have members from other countries come along . Many of us here in the US have heard for so long how our cars are junk so it's cool to meet folks who really admire them. Perhaps you can call this car the Norvair ! Is that your Mustang in the avatar ? If so , looks great . I'm not a Ford guy but have been a fan of the 70 - 73 Mustang fastbacks and convertibles for years . I think you'll have fun with the Vair . What other American cars do you have ?

[NorwayCorvair]

It's always nice to have members from other countries come along . Many of us here in the US have heard for so long how our cars are junk so it's cool to meet folks who really admire them. Perhaps you can call this car the Norvair ! Is that your Mustang in the avatar ? If so , looks great . I'm not a Ford guy but have been a fan of the 70 - 73 Mustang fastbacks and convertibles for years . I think you'll have fun with the Vair . What other American cars do you have ?

Thanks :)

Yea the Mustang in the Avatar is mine :)
Been building this car over almost 13 years and this is version number two.
Mods like 14" Wilwood front and back - One of Air Ride - 2006 Mustang interior including dashbord/instruments/console/shifter/carpet etc etc. - Cleaned engine compartment sporting a 351W/C6/9"

Other cars exept the Mustang and Corvair is:

1964 Chevrolet Bel Air Stationwagon (1 of 2 sold new in Norway)
1968 Plymouth Barracuda
1973 Audi 80 GL
1987 Chevrolet Corvette
1996 Volkswagen Passat (Daily driver)

[NorwayCorvair]

So the project has officialy started:

[NorwayCorvair]

And this weekend i got it mediablasted:

[NorwayCorvair]

And the body is in primer as of last night:

[bbodie52]

Well, you certainly aren't wasting any time with this project! It looks really good. Thank you for sharing your progress with us!

[NorwayCorvair]

Well, you certainly aren't wasting any time with this project! It looks really good. Thank you for sharing your progress with us!

Thanks
Nice to see that someone is looking at this thread

[NorwayCorvair]

And the engine/transmission/diff got a 275 Fahrenheit steam wash today

[Scott H]

Nice progress. I am anxious to see how this one comes out.

[DAVECS1]

That car is seriously solid, nice ride. I think I will definetly be going through the welding wire on mine.

[flat6_musik]

Oh, very nice!! I love seeing cars getting media-blasted.....seeing the bare metal is like "the moment of truth"! LOL I always wonder how many 'vairs are running around with their cooling fins and oil coolers looking like this one on the top pic.....

[NorwayCorvair]

Thanks for the feedback guys

Friday night was used to get the lower front valance panel into place (it had some huge dents)

[NorwayCorvair]

First gen Camaro spoiler looks good so im going for that, but i cant leave anything stock so it will get a little custom work done to it