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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Tue Oct 15, 2013 10:25 am 
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If it helps any, car has 3.08 gears and BFG radial T/As. I expect to finish in 3rd gear.

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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Tue Oct 15, 2013 2:39 pm 
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Put the 3.55's in it!

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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Tue Oct 15, 2013 3:41 pm 
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I tried, the old man won't go for that. :(

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1968 Malibu 2dr hardtop restomod
1972 Monte Carlo

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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Sun Nov 10, 2013 8:53 am 
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Heads took longer than expected, but got here Friday..

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Still do not have the short block despite being told it was "done." :bang

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1969 Malibu 2dr hardtop L48/4 speed -> 427 L72
1968 Malibu 2dr hardtop restomod
1972 Monte Carlo

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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Fri Dec 13, 2013 5:09 pm 
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Complete short block as of yesterday morning. Need to finish some things on the C10, then assemble this thing.

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1969 Malibu 2dr hardtop L48/4 speed -> 427 L72
1968 Malibu 2dr hardtop restomod
1972 Monte Carlo

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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Sat Jan 25, 2014 1:09 pm 
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Long block is almost complete...

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And I convinced him to step up to 3.31s in the rear. The 69' Chevelle I just bought has a 3.31 posi 12 bolt rear. I know I will be swapping to at least 4.10s in that car, posibly 4.56s. (I have a set on the shelf)

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1969 Malibu 2dr hardtop L48/4 speed -> 427 L72
1968 Malibu 2dr hardtop restomod
1972 Monte Carlo

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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Mon Jan 27, 2014 9:08 am 
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:pop every time a build thread gets updated it ends in a damn cliffhanger! :pop

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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Thu Feb 20, 2014 5:11 pm 
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Here you go Bill, not much farther along - but it's something. ;)

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1969 Malibu 2dr hardtop L48/4 speed -> 427 L72
1968 Malibu 2dr hardtop restomod
1972 Monte Carlo

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PostPosted: Sat May 10, 2014 8:10 am 
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Hood and front fenders needed minor rust repair. Those are done and in sealer primer. The doors were great other than some dents and filler in the passenger door. That has been taken care of and they are in primer as well. Been making room in the shop for the car, then we will get the body off of the frame.

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1972 Chevelle SS 454 4 speed
1969 Malibu 2dr hardtop L48/4 speed -> 427 L72
1968 Malibu 2dr hardtop restomod
1972 Monte Carlo

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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Mon Jun 30, 2014 5:05 pm 
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Having an off the frame experience...


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1969 Malibu 2dr hardtop L48/4 speed -> 427 L72
1968 Malibu 2dr hardtop restomod
1972 Monte Carlo

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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Sun Aug 03, 2014 10:42 pm 
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Got the old 2.78 one legger 10 bolt out and the 3.08 posi 12 bolt in for mock up. I fit the rear sway bar and drilled some holes Saturday. Will be pulling out the 350/th350 this week. Then the cleaning of the frame and components begins.

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1972 Chevelle SS 454 4 speed
1969 Malibu 2dr hardtop L48/4 speed -> 427 L72
1968 Malibu 2dr hardtop restomod
1972 Monte Carlo

Yes, I have an addiction.


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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
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Even though I didn't hang on to this car, I'm glad it went to you guys. I know it will be a nice car when it's done with you two doing the build. Plus maybe if I help out on some of the other cars I will get a chance to take it around the block.... :mrgreen:


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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
PostPosted: Fri Aug 08, 2014 5:35 pm 
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The old man gets the first shake down drive, I got dibs on the next drive. You're welcome to see how it runs after that. All three of us have a lot of time and effort invested into this car.

Engine and transmission removed today. I expect the frame to be stripped of its suspension components next week.

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1972 Chevelle SS 454 4 speed
1969 Malibu 2dr hardtop L48/4 speed -> 427 L72
1968 Malibu 2dr hardtop restomod
1972 Monte Carlo

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 Post subject: Re: 1972 Lemans 400 4bbl 4 speed build...
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I'll be more then happy to get sloppy thirds... :aok


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