Re: [Chevelle-list] Best primer - frame/ suspension parts

2006-09-09 Thread The Hanks
Title: Message For the powder coating, he charged me about $300.00 for each frame with all the front and rear suspension parts, engine brackets , clutch assembly and brake pedals.  I thought was pretty reasonable considering the cost of paint, prep work etc.  I found a sand blaster near her

Re: [Chevelle-list] Synthetic Oil Question

2006-09-09 Thread Larry Shouse
Thanks Rick.   Larry -Original Message-From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]On Behalf Of Rick SchaeferSent: Saturday, September 09, 2006 1:44 AMTo: The Chevelle Mailing ListSubject: Re: [Chevelle-list] Synthetic Oil Question  I don't think that there is an

[Chevelle-list] money well spent

2006-09-09 Thread J. Brady
Well, I decided after 3 years of driving my '66 as it was, it was time for a little change.. So I upgraded the cam to a 272/284 Crane Powermax cam with .454/.480 lift, and added the Edelbrock Performer RPM intake. The results? Money WELL SPENT. The gains are definitely noticeable, and it gave t

Re: [Chevelle-list] Best primer - frame/ suspension parts

2006-09-09 Thread Eddie Bumgarner
How much did you pay on average, if you dont mind me asking? The Hanks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: I powder coated both my Chevelle and Corvette Frames along with all the suspension parts about 2 years ago. Have not had any issues with chipping or turning loose even with heat.  I recommend

Re: [Chevelle-list] Parts 1966 ElCamino

2006-09-09 Thread Herb Lumpp
Yeah she does, but she keeps talking about 66-67 Rustangs. I guess that wouldn't be too bad since she prefers the fastbacks. Herb -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of J. Brady Sent: Saturday, September 09, 2006 8:30 PM To: The Chevelle Mailing Li

Re: [Chevelle-list] Parts 1966 ElCamino

2006-09-09 Thread J. Brady
Herb, doesn't the wife need a car?8^] Jim '66 Malibu --- The Hanks <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > > Guys, I have a 1966 El Camino PARTS car for sale. > MAKE OFFER.. It has a > title and vin plate, was a SB/AC car. A 10 Bolt > rear end and Power > Steering. Not much left of it. Call me at 9

Re: [Chevelle-list] Best primer - frame/ suspension parts

2006-09-09 Thread The Hanks
Title: Message I powder coated both my Chevelle and Corvette Frames along with all the suspension parts about 2 years ago. Have not had any issues with chipping or turning loose even with heat.  I recommend powder coating highly.. If you are near the DFW metroplex I recommend  a shop that wi

[Chevelle-list] Parts 1966 ElCamino

2006-09-09 Thread The Hanks
Title: Parts 1966 ElCamino Guys, I have a 1966 El Camino PARTS car for sale. MAKE OFFER..  It has a title and vin plate, was a SB/AC car.  A 10 Bolt rear end and  Power Steering. Not much left of it. Call me at 972 672 9688 if you are interested or email me off list at [EMAIL PROTECTED] 

Re: [Chevelle-list] Best primer - frame/ suspension parts

2006-09-09 Thread Jim Sullivan
I had my 69 frame sandblasted and epoxy primed about 2-3 years ago.  It is tough stuff.  I have slammed it, and dropped tools on it, and even tried chipping it off to get to bare metal.  (All long stories).  It is tough stuff.  I don't know about powder coat but I don't see how a stone coul

Re: [Chevelle-list] Best primer - frame/ suspension parts

2006-09-09 Thread Clyde
on my 69 chevelle we used a epoxy based primer sealer and painted black over it.every time a wrench or a stone hits it it chips.we have restored numerous corvettes and powder coated the frame and have had no problems,i hit the frame on one car with a hammer by mistake and the powder coat wasn