Build/rebuild,,,,,,,,,,my 80, take two!

[oldtinsmith]

I not able to add to my original Build/rebuild post (to old I guess), so I'll start anew! Floor pans:















First quarter window replacement test piece:









Not mine:


My one piece quarter window replacement test piece:



Doug

 

[Neuron]

Nice, looks like a lot of work though. Thank goodness these have a full frame so the damage is mostly cosmetic. Love those T-Tops, wish mine had them.

 

[drogg1]

If you don't mind me asking, what gauge steel did you use for the pans and how did you go about forming them?

 

[Longroof79]

Looks great Doug.
I like the T-top look...that's cool and unique, and filling in the small vent windows.
Keep us updated on your progress.

 

[oldtinsmith]

drogg1, I used 18 gauge steel, round dies and a cheap bead roller for the ribs, body hammers and steel dollies. The hardest part of the floor pans was shrinking the corners.

 

[oldtinsmith]

If you'd like to see the original post, do a search of: Build/rebuild,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,my, 80. you just won't be able to post there.

Doug

 

[grandamman]

If you'd like to see the original post, do a search of: Build/rebuild,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,my, 80. you just won't be able to post there.

Doug

Here it is...
https://gbodyforum.com/threads/build-rebuild-my-80.36363/

4 speed too? Looks good,
Looks like my stash of boxes too..

 

[oldtinsmith]

Hi Kent. Thanks for posting the original post of mine! No 4-speed, just the 3-speed for now. I've got a Saginaw 4-speed from a 2nd gen. Camaro (IIRC) and one of the last NEW Hurst 4-speed shifter and installation kits. I was never able to find a good manual transmission console though. ...Are you all moved now?

Doug

 

[grandamman]

Yes Doug, I'm all moved. It's the first time I've lived where all my cars and parts are. It's a little overwelming.
The T-top looks good. Is it off a GBody? They repop the front and rear panels for the T-top now. I'd like to try that if I get caught up on everything else.

 

[O. D. Showtime]

Good to see you're getting back at er Doug! Will be watching the progress!