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Restoring Christine
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Welcome to "Restoring Christine", a channel documenting the restoration of a 1956 Chevy Bel Air that has been our weekend cruiser since 2005. This will be a video blog that follows the journey of a home-garage do-it-yourself restoration and will include how-to videos, cruisin' stories, anecdotes, technique and tool discussion, review of restoration parts and supplies, and whatever else might be of interest to anyone who appreciates hot rod car culture and the spirit of the do-it-yourself garage warrior.
Bill Thomassie
Metairie, Louisiana
Instagram: restoringchristine
Bill Thomassie
Metairie, Louisiana
Instagram: restoringchristine
E128 SBC Chevy Refresh - Head Porting, Modern Gaskets! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
In Episode 128, after disassembling our small block Chevy and discovering that it was a 307, we contemplate whether to refresh it, build a new 350, switch to a Vortec, swap out heads, and a number of other possibilities to power our 56 Bel Air.
How about a new set of Chevy 416 HO 305 heads for our project from J&C Enterprises? A little bit of inlet runner porting and pocket blending will help air and fuel flow and hopefully make a little bit more power!
Bill Thomassie
"Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air
2-door Sedan Restoration
Music Credits:
All RUclips Standard License
"Greaser" by TrackTribe
ruclips.net/video/u34ED7acdZk/видео.html
"Double Agent" by Everet Almond
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How about a new set of Chevy 416 HO 305 heads for our project from J&C Enterprises? A little bit of inlet runner porting and pocket blending will help air and fuel flow and hopefully make a little bit more power!
Bill Thomassie
"Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air
2-door Sedan Restoration
Music Credits:
All RUclips Standard License
"Greaser" by TrackTribe
ruclips.net/video/u34ED7acdZk/видео.html
"Double Agent" by Everet Almond
ruclips.net/video/Cq3loxOmd5M/видео.h...
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E127 Mystery Small Block Chevy Disassembly! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
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In Episode 127, we disassemble a 350 small block to reveal its inner secrets, learning that what we thought for 20 years was not what it seemed! Bill Thomassie "Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2-door Sedan Restoration Music Credits: All RUclips Standard License "Greaser" by TrackTribe ruclips.net/video/u34ED7acdZk/видео.html
E126 Amazon Wet Blasting Tool! Play Sand vs Coal Slag - Which is better? 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.14 дней назад
In Episode 126, we test out a $30 water sand blasting tool that attaches to a pressure washer for cheap and inexpensive DIY dustless sandblasting! We use it to clean up a 50 year old set of Corvette Rallye wheels, removing years of paint, grime, rust and gunk to get them to an almost near-white blast finish. But how do you prevent the water blast from rusting the surface? Spray it with a little...
E125 Installing a Tri-Five Gas Tank from Tanks Inc! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
Просмотров 96421 день назад
In Episode 125, we install a brand new gas tank for our Tri-Five Chevy from Tanks, Inc! This is a powder coated tank, complete with new filler neck, sending unit, gaskets and o-ring seals! Bill Thomassie "Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2-door Sedan Restoration Music Credits: All RUclips Standard License "Greaser" by TrackTribe ruclips.net/video/u34ED7acdZk/видео.html “Chasin’ It” by Audionautix ...
E124 Unboxing a Tri-Five Gas Tank from Tanks Inc! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
Просмотров 65421 день назад
In Episode 124, we unbox a brand new gas tank for our Tri-Five Chevy from Tanks, Inc! This is a powder coated tank, complete with new filler neck, sending unit, gaskets and o-ring seals! Bill Thomassie "Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2-door Sedan Restoration Music Credits: All RUclips Standard License "Greaser" by TrackTribe ruclips.net/video/u34ED7acdZk/видео.html
E123 Vacuum Bleeding a Dry Brake System with the Harbor Freight Kit! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
Просмотров 775Месяц назад
In Episode 123, we take a new brake system, fill it with fluid, bench bleed the master cylinder, and vacuum bleed everything with the Pittsburgh Vacuum Brake Bleeding Kit from Harbor Freight. From bone-dry to full pedal! Bill Thomassie "Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2-door Sedan Restoration Music Credits: All RUclips Standard License "Greaser" by TrackTribe ruclips.net/video/u34ED7acdZk/видео.html
E122 Manual Disc and Emergency Brakes! Complete System Rebuild! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
Просмотров 932Месяц назад
In Episode 122, we reinstall a Classic Performance Products disc brake conversion kit, including new master cylinder, routing new brake lines, replacing all of the cables on the emergency brake system, and everything else that goes into making sure our tri-five stops when we press the WHOA! pedal! Bill Thomassie "Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2-door Sedan Restoration Music Credits: All RUclips ...
E121 CPP 500 Steering Box & Drop Spindle Installation! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.Месяц назад
In Episode 121, we install a Classic Performance Products Series 500 power steering gear box, clean up and reinstall the drag link and tie rods, and install the CPP disc brake drop spindles for metric calipers! Bill Thomassie "Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2-door Sedan Restoration Music Credits: All RUclips Standard License "Greaser" by TrackTribe ruclips.net/video/u34ED7acdZk/видео.html
E120 BONUS! Make Your Own Tilt Lever! It's EASY! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
Просмотров 624Месяц назад
In Episode 120 BONUS! we alter a factory turn signal lever into a matching tilt lever for the steering column for our 1956 Chevy Bel Air! Bill Thomassie "Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2-door Sedan Restoration Music Credits: All RUclips Standard License "Greaser" by TrackTribe ruclips.net/video/u34ED7acdZk/видео.html
E120 Rebuilding a Tilt Column - Part 2: Reassembly 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
Просмотров 6912 месяца назад
In Episode 120, Part 2 of 2, we reassemble a tilt steering column for our 1956 Chevy Bel Air, installing new bearings and finding tricks to compressing and installing the two springs in the column. It's spinning freely, tilts smothly, and is ready to go in! Bill Thomassie "Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2-door Sedan Restoration Music Credits: All RUclips Standard License "Greaser" by TrackTribe ...
E120 Rebuilding a Tilt Column - Part 1: Tear Down 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
Просмотров 9682 месяца назад
In Episode 120, Part 1 of 2, we tear down a tilt steering column for our 1956 Chevy Bel Air, removing the blinker switch, wiring harness, tilt mechanism, and all the other internals in a full disassembly. We find bad bearings that will need to be replaced, so we prep and paint the pretty parts so that they can be ready for reassembly when the new bearings come in. That'll be Part 2! Bill Thomas...
E119 Complete Vent Glass Window Assembly Rebuild! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.2 месяца назад
In Episode 119, we disassemble the vent glass window assembly, remove the glass from the frame, replace all of the gaskets and seals, polish the stainless steel trim, install a new glass, and install a new window regulator. Good as new! Bill Thomassie "Christine" 1956 Chevy Bel Air 2-door Sedan Restoration Music Credits: "Greaser" by TrackTribe ruclips.net/video/u34ED7acdZk/видео.html RUclips S...
How To! EASY FIX! Harbor Freight Punch & Flange Tool Repair!
Просмотров 38 тыс.3 месяца назад
How To! EASY FIX! Harbor Freight Punch & Flange Tool Repair!
E118 Installing New Weatherstripping & Mounting the Door! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
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E118 Installing New Weatherstripping & Mounting the Door! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
E117 Trunk Lid Weatherstip Installation! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoation
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E117 Trunk Lid Weatherstip Installation! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoation
E116 Tri-Five Window Assembly, Glass Channel & Regulator Repair! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
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E116 Tri-Five Window Assembly, Glass Channel & Regulator Repair! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
E115 New Tool for Polishing Stainless Steel Trim! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
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E115 New Tool for Polishing Stainless Steel Trim! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
E114 Sound and Thermal Insulation for Roof & Floor! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
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E114 Sound and Thermal Insulation for Roof & Floor! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
E113 Unboxing Vintage Air Evap Kit & SPW Windshield Wiper Kit Installation! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.4 месяца назад
E113 Unboxing Vintage Air Evap Kit & SPW Windshield Wiper Kit Installation! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
E112 Imron Single-Stage Polyurethane on Under Hood Parts! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
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E112 Imron Single-Stage Polyurethane on Under Hood Parts! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
E111 Frame Paint Touch-Up with Rust-Oleum Turbo Spray! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.5 месяцев назад
E111 Frame Paint Touch-Up with Rust-Oleum Turbo Spray! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
E110 Unboxing a Tri-Five Windshield Wiper Kit from Specialty Power Windows! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
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E110 Unboxing a Tri-Five Windshield Wiper Kit from Specialty Power Windows! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
E109 Imron Single-Stage Polyurethane on Interior Trim! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
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E109 Imron Single-Stage Polyurethane on Interior Trim! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
E108 Zolatone Trunk Spatter Paint! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
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E108 Zolatone Trunk Spatter Paint! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Restoration
E107 SLOW! DIY Garage Paint Job on a 1956 Chevy Bel Air using Axalta "Rival" Imron paint!
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E107 SLOW! DIY Garage Paint Job on a 1956 Chevy Bel Air using Axalta "Rival" Imron paint!
E107 FAST! DIY Garage Paint Job on a 1956 Chevy Bel Air using Axalta "Rival" Imron paint!
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E107 FAST! DIY Garage Paint Job on a 1956 Chevy Bel Air using Axalta "Rival" Imron paint!
E106 Harbor Freight Spectrum Paint Cup System & Eastwood Concours Spray Gun Unboxing & Test Drive!
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E106 Harbor Freight Spectrum Paint Cup System & Eastwood Concours Spray Gun Unboxing & Test Drive!
E105 No Spray Booth Needed! Prep Tips for a Garage Paint Job! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
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E105 No Spray Booth Needed! Prep Tips for a Garage Paint Job! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
E104 Buying Imron Auto Paint for Garage DIY! Mike & Jerry's Shop Tour! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.7 месяцев назад
E104 Buying Imron Auto Paint for Garage DIY! Mike & Jerry's Shop Tour! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
E103 Spraying Dupont Imron High Gloss Plus Polyurethane! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
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E103 Spraying Dupont Imron High Gloss Plus Polyurethane! 1956 Chevy Bel Air Resto
Way to go. You accomplished in two days what I've only been able to accomplish in two weeks. And, your only extra trip to the parts store was for a thermostat. I always need three or four trips! I also learned that you've got to find "that guy" at the parts store who listens to you, has "been there", and doesn't immediately go to the computer to look up make, model, year, color, serial number, etc. before trying to find the part. "That guy" will even let you walk back into the parts racks with him to help research and then keep you back there for a half hour talking 265 vs 283 vs 301 vs 307 vs 327 vs 350 and even vs 400!! 18436572 forever.
Everyone at the parts stores around here are nothing more than cashiers that understand how to interface with a computer. I used to have a young guy at the local AutoZone that had a 68 Cougar as his daily driver - totally old school. But, no more.
Another great episode, Bill. I'm totally with you on keeping the 307. If it's working, don't mess with it. Did you know that 1956 was the only year that Chevrolet painted their engine blocks red? I'm going to go with the red on my '56, even though my current plan is for a 327 (the original 265 is still in my car, currently). I think it will break up the black and white (original colors) like I want. Keeping my fingers crossed that you are able to get ready for Cruisin' the Coast. Endeavor to persevere, buddy. Ken
Thanks! Everyone is going to have an opinion, but I'm the one in the garage in front of this dilemma. The wallet and calendar do have a say in some things.
They committed blasphemy when they put an electric motor in Project X. Sorry Sir, please continue with another awesome video!
That car has a really sad story. I don't know what they were thinking when they erased everything that it was.
Title is misleading. That's definitely not a vortec. You should used the vortec shortblock with those trickflow heads you would have waaaayy more power. Smh 🙄. The big block is what you truly need if you want real power an torque. You really should seriously consider running a REAL vortec. You need a roller camshaft now days. The factory roller camshaft design is much better an cheaper then the junk retrofit low quality Chinese parts are. An wow 🤔 remove good flowing trickflow heads an upgrade to turd smog era heads makes sense 👌
You're absolutely correct in that every other choice would provide more power. But, I had to weigh everything here: time, money, being practical, etc. I don't know the condition of that Gen 2 motor that's on the floor. I assume it has a roller cam. Starting with another Gen 1 350 would be $5000 just for the short block if I were to do it right. And if that Gen 2 needs to be bored, that's also $5000. Add $1500 for the heads. Either of those options cause me to miss Cruisin' the Coast, which is in 8 weeks. I did say that the Vortec was Plan B. Let me get Christine rolling, and then I can maybe dive into that motor and make an upgrade when the time is right.
@@RestoringChristine1956 $5,000? I got a running vortec 350 with factory roller camshaft for $1,100 shipped from Minnesota I just freshed it up an threw it in. Personally if I'ma invest money an take the time to go to a machine shop I learned long time ago it better be something truly worth it. Nothing against a small block but I'm not gonna put a lot money in a small block other then to freshen it up I'll put my money in a 454 over a small block
Cant wait to hear it run. Great episode. Thanks Bill!
Thanks! I'm already catching flack on the decision, but it's what makes the most sense given time, money and reason.
@@RestoringChristine1956 its your car. I dont understand why people need to be negative. Just watch and enjoy. Its not like you have to put content on here, right? I think it will run strong. Doesnt need to smoke the tires for a block!
The difference concerning the 307, was it had less nickel in the block than the other engines. The large journal crank shares the same as in the 327 with the large journal crank. In effect, take a 350 block and use the 307 crank, 327 rods and piston....home built 327.
Thanks for the confidence. I've read up on various boards and one thing that they claim is that the 307 had weaker metal in the cams, causing premature lobe wear. Other than that, the common thread was that it was never offered in a performance application.
Good stuff
@@RestoringChristine1956 I remember this as it was my first engine build. I have preferred function over a a super hot motor. Small cam and 4bbl was all I needed. 307's were pretty decent engines.
I may have seen the same DIY video.
Awesome !!!
Thanks, and the Mickey Thompson RWL tires look great on them!
Thanks for the video...going to run new brake and fuel lines on my '57 Chevy !!!
Good luck!
I'm from Oz, your idea is brilliant. 👍💯%✔️ had similar idea but yours tops it. Just need to check with my existing floor jack.
It was the best free tool I've ever made!
You have a great disposition
Thanks! All of my frustration is usually off camera so everyone here sees the filtered me! LOL!
Love the video man!
Thanks! I appreciate it!
Bill, everyone is providing their advice and, while none of it is "wrong", some ideas are better than others. Only you know Christine and you've made every right decision so far. I know you'll make a great one this time.
Did u paint the back sides black
@@Crooked2455 No, silver on both sides. If they were black from the factory, that wasn't important to me on this restoration.
Great
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Cant beat rallye wheels. They look great, thanks Bill!
You should see them with the new tires!
@@RestoringChristine1956 yes I bet, will be a sharp car!
Nice job Bill, like the rally’s on a tri-five, going to look great!
I think so too. I considered switching to something else, but she's a period hot rod and they're authentic!
looks great ...
Thanks!
I had the exact situation as this in my 57.i sold the 307.bought a 350 4 bolt main block and put good heads,flat top piston and a good cam.costs the same to build a 350 as a 307 but get more cubes.
You're right. If I was starting with a block that needed work, shoot I'd probably be looking for a 400. Machine work, pistons and bearings all cost the same no matter which you start with.
Keep the great job 👍
I've got a plan... let's just see how it plays out!
Wow what a shock to find that out after all this time! Sounds like a good excuse for a big block. Thx
Nah, we're not going to go that far. The solution is mostly in the garage already. Stay tuned!
Can’t wait to see what you do
I've figured it out... stay tuned!
Hi Billgreat job
Thanks!
Boy I sure hope you go with the 350 love your show I have been watching oh about 9 months now and really like it hope your decision is 350 will be watching no matter what enjoying the show oh did you make a show on your cutlass I had a 1970 cutlass rallye fun car
We will see! I've got a plan... stay tuned!
The devils in the detail 👍👍👍
I have four Corvette rally center caps to do... hopefully that goes as easily!
Bill I would put 305 HO heads they worked great on my 377 in my late model stock car
(Shhhh....)
Wow that was interesting
I'm telling you, I was shocked!
Motor looks good! There ain’t nothing wrong with a 307. I’m just an old man with an opinion. I’m not a scientist and I don’t play one on TV, LOL,but I think that crust in the water passage is rust and calcium. I would suggest never use only water in the cooling system, but use antifreeze coolant with distilled water!
Most of that build-up was at the back of the head where there is no crossover within the manifold. It's a dead end. I've looked more closely and it's not nearly as bad as that looked.
I know what you’re thinking / about the “heart - sole” philosophy idea, but my gut tells me you should go a different route. Put your Trick Flows on the Vortec 350! Christine deserves it. Added bonus is that is a one piece rear main seal and a roller cam engine. You will still have the vintage look using the Trick Flows. If you put that 307 back in the thought will haunt you forever? Brings back a conversation I had with my dad back in my high school days (early 90’s) I considered putting a 305 in my 71 Impala cause it was running engine “but” I had a 400 short block that needed attention and would take time to earn the money to get it ready. I can still hear my dads words to this day “well do you want a little tool or a big tool your pants…no replacement for displacement” 😂 ok dad I hear you 😂. So I worked as many hours as I could (Wendy’s at the time) and built the 400. NO REGRETS, dad was right. Great video Bill! The drama look on your face when the discovery was made was priceless. We all have been there. Whatever you decide, she will be awesome.
I've got a plan... just need to wait for an upcoming episode to clue everyone else in!
Bill if remember 307 came out in late 60's till mid 70's. GM put engine in every thing my dad had a 71 Suburban with that engine. Sorry it not what you thought it was...
I did find out that the last three letters on the code that's stamped on the front indicate that its a 307 and the first few numbers are a date code, which points to 1971.
If I was you I would use the vortec engine it's all around better with roller cam better everything and it's a 350 a great engine for a old tri 5 chevy way better then a under 200hp boat anchor. If I was you I would be using the 350 plus it's a vortc you can't go wrong
Man that sucks. Either run it as it is or get another engine. Whichever makes you happy and fits the budget.
The budget and calendar weighed heavily on this decision.
it's a 1969-72 307 cu in with 130-200 hp not a desirable block a 010 350 would of been better then that even a 327 but a 307 is the early day 305 the bottom of the barrel engines that everyone uses as boat anchor lol.
Yep, the code on the front of the block is in pieces and indicates a 307 built in 1971.
Put the vortec 350, there good blocks “roller cam” but get rid of those vortec heads and install your camel humps. I purchased 2 Vortecs for my 64 impalas and they both had cracked heads gonna install those trick flow camel humps
I'm not sure if this one has a roller in it, but I think that it does. I believe its a 2001 block and the guy that had it before me claimed to have put a cam in it.
@@RestoringChristine1956 if it has the 880 stamped on block it should be roller
That’s a Boat anchor just find a freaking roller block, and do it the right way one time and one time only.
With all the fantastic work done to your car I would get a different motor.
The solution has to come from what I already have in the garage. I have 8 weeks to get Christine rolling for Cruisin' the Coast so I'm working on it!
Well heck Bill it too bad the engine wasn't what you thought it was. Personally if it ran good I'd clean up the block throw in new bearing and rings and call it good. Maybe a better set of factory heads. I had a 307 in a Camaro. It ran good enough for me but it's Your engine so go with what you want. Enjoyed this video.
You're close! That's almost exactly what I did!
Get a 350 block (they are still very plentiful) and build a 383 stroker- great engine
I've always been intrigued by the 383 stroker since the 80s, but that's a lot of work to go from nothing to everything with where I'm at right now.
307 is a 283 block with 327 crank i never had any luck with 307 now 283 was a screamer and 327 was a screamer your heads willl not work the bore is too small if you was around tocoaa GA i would hook you up with lil sbc. Now that vortec would be sweet like you was talking about doing you will get good power out of the vortec and the trick flow heads you got are good heads we built a few motors with them and thay run really good we build all type of engines mainly dirt track motors jr headen custom race engines tocoa GA
Right, the Trick Flows have huge valves and need at least 4.0" bore to clear. And I appreciate the offers!
Surprise ... surprise ... surprise ... sounds like the good ole days when we all got snookered at one time or another ... what ever you go with just make it so it doesn't overheat ... also I think all of us tri-five guys had a Sun tack like that in our cars ... sole search ...
I feel your pain! Sure kind of a disappointment. I always thought 307's were truck motors in the old days. Generally 2 barrel carbs. It's a reliable engine, but that is about it! You have worked so hard, and been so meticulous every step of the way, don't give up now! You have 2 good engines there, and I'm sure you will have other projects. Put a nice new motor in Christine, she deserves it!! :) Maybe do some horse trading?? There are thousands of 350's out there, and lots of parts available. Would your new heads fit a 350?? Did not catch what heads you bought. Your project just got even more interesting!! ;)
Well, the answer is inside that garage, plus or minus. I've got a plan... stay tuned!
I was facing a similar situation on my 55. I bought a motor and was told it was a 350 and it actually was a 327. I went with it and when asked at shows, I was thrilled to tell them it was a 1968 327. Sounded more vintage to me. By the way, it ran great and was very strong. Sadly I sold the car 20 years ago. I had 2 beautiful daughters getting married.......a matter of priorities. No regrets.
There is just something about saying "three-twenty-seven" that sounds cool! Remember, Hot Rod's Project X 1957 had a 283. Coolest scene ever in Hollywood Knights when they were drag racing it against that Cobra. If you look closely, you can see smoke come out over the car with the hood off. I'm pretty sure they hurt the motor in that scene!
The number on the front will help tell you what it is.
Turns out the numbers are a date code and the three letters at the end point to a 307 block.
All the time in days you put into working on a vehicle and making it look the way it looks you should put a new motor in there and put something really nice.
Build a 350.Machine work costs the same,and you end up with a bigger engine.Convert to roller cam.First time you fire it you have no worry of lobe failure.
It just never seems to end on these old cars. I guess you felt it was OK when you thought it was a 350, why not just put it back in?
That's very close to where I ended up. $500 for a set of good factory heads with a little bit of port work on my part and that's where we landed.
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any grit over 600 is a waste of time,the bufing compound does all the work after that
I've found that 1500 is near the edge of any return on labor. The bigger part is to be sure to cut out all the courser scratches when you do get to that point.
Thanks for update, Bill. All the best to your son in his senior year!
Great attachment for 30 bucks from Amazon. Rallye wheels turned out awesome. Enjoy each video, thanks!