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[Frankie the Fink]

There is always "Pimp My Ride"....

Spinning wheel covers and 1000W stereos will transform your car...and make you many new friends.

[C3C7NIC]

Originally Posted by Frankie the Fink

There is always "Pimp My Ride"....

Spinning wheel covers and 1000W stereos will transform your car...and make you many new friends.

Shush your mouth.

[Hardluck]

Originally Posted by C3C7NIC

Well chit!

Sorry Boo!

[Don Rickles]

No way in hell, would I let those hockey pucks anywhere near my Corvette! I’m with GG on this, you’re close. And, you’ll be a early C3 expert when you’ve finished!

Time to bust some knuckles!

[TheHammer]

you and Zeek for a twofor!

[StudleyJames]

Originally Posted by Don Rickles

No way in hell, would I let those hockey pucks anywhere near my Corvette! I’m with GG on this, you’re close. And, you’ll be a early C3 expert when you’ve finished!

Time to bust some knuckles!

[GTOguy]

I liked the show because it was what it was....a team putting together stalled-out projects that were rotting away for years.
Perfection, no, but running driving cars, yes.
All it takes is a former underwear model (Bruno), a bald electrician with a tattooed head, and Joe From Chicaaah-go, and the chick-of-the-week, and you're all set.
Over the past 4 or 5 decades, I cannot count the number of cars that turned into immobile piles of decaying parts due to 'Paralysis By Analysis'
I'd rather have a non-perfect driver that I get years and years of road trips and memories from.

[Grey Ghost]

I watched all the car shows. Even Gas Monkey started out good, until all the $$$$ started rolling in and Rawlins became an even bigger dick with stroking his greasy hair and shouting.

The Chip Foose show would show him polishing a headlight after an entire crew of mechanics, body men, etc...had restored the car. He is and has been stuck in the '80s style forever. The fake setups with the owner, etc...gag. I was desperate to see something on TV though.

And all the others with their fake drama, building cars from catalogs, billet and clear coat crap. I was desperate for something to watch.

Shadetree Mechanic back in the early '90s on TNN or some network that went away was the only that actually showed and tried to teach you how to repair a car. Later they went all 'infomercial' format selling sponsor products vs good content.

I had to hand it to the Brits. They had some decent shows and then brought them to the US or changed for US audience and they went to crap.

[C3C7NIC]

I promise you guys I’m not afraid to get my hands dirty, turn wrenches etc.


My main issues are my work schedule, my lupus causing painful/weak hands/joints and a constant fear of screwing something up.

For the most part, my only option is to do this myself, it just may take another 5 years.

[GTOguy]

As a retired automotive professional, I have two things to say: Do not be afraid to screw up. We all do, and that's how we learn. It is just a car.
Secondly, as mentioned, one small bite at a time. Each day or evening, do ONE thing for the car, no matter how small. Polish a bolt. Install a bracket. Do some research.
I once bought a 1915 Ford in pieces that had sat for 40 years and was driving it within a couple of months, and had completed the restoration in 6 months. I spent about one to two hours each evening on it after work. Before I knew it, it was done.
Don't be intimidated: it's just nuts and bolts. A big model kit. Small bites get the job done.

[Frankie the Fink]

GTOGuy has the right of it....

I was totally intimdated about restoring the rear end of my 63 and after all the "pros" told me they would put me on a 4-6 month "waiting list" to get them to do it, I got pissed and just started reading manuals and unbolting stuff. Three weeks later, proceeding at a casual pace and triple-checking everyhing, suddenly - it was done and done right with only the best repro components and NOS whenever I could get them...and with all the unique 63-only features that were missing, put back as original.

I took a perverse pleasure when a couple of the pros called me back because they so graciiously would fit me in now, when I told them, "Nah....did it myself!"

[C3C7NIC]

Originally Posted by GTOguy

As a retired automotive professional, I have two things to say: Do not be afraid to screw up. We all do, and that's how we learn. It is just a car.
Secondly, as mentioned, one small bite at a time. Each day or evening, do ONE thing for the car, no matter how small. Polish a bolt. Install a bracket. Do some research.
I once bought a 1915 Ford in pieces that had sat for 40 years and was driving it within a couple of months, and had completed the restoration in 6 months. I spent about one to two hours each evening on it after work. Before I knew it, it was done.
Don't be intimidated: it's just nuts and bolts. A big model kit. Small bites get the job done. Attachment 69915

Wow. That’s impressive!!

There is a Model A at the shop where the jag is. Drivable. Fun car.

I have been spoof something every day, like you said, even if something very little.

Painted a pile of shims after wire brushing last night.

Trust me, Tim and I are not quitters! Just feel like this journey has thrown a lot of curve balls and we just want ONE juicy pitch to swing at!

[C3C7NIC]

Originally Posted by Frankie the Fink

GTOGuy has the right of it....

I was totally intimdated about restoring the rear end of my 63 and after all the "pros" told me they would put me on a 4-6 month "waiting list" to get them to do it, I got pissed and just started reading manuals and unbolting stuff. Three weeks later, proceeding at a casual pace and triple-checking everyhing, suddenly - it was done and done right with only the best repro components and NOS whenever I could get them...and with all the unique 63-only features that were missing, put back as original.

I took a perverse pleasure when a couple of the pros called me back because they so graciiously would fit me in now, when I told them, "Nah....did it myself!"

Wow!!! I love it!

Thank you for the very encouraging words.

No offense to the car experts, but encouragement goes a whole lot farther from a novice that has accomplished this than those in the know.

Beautiful car.

[Grey Ghost]

I thought you hired a dude at $35 and hour?

[C3C7NIC]

Originally Posted by Grey Ghost

I thought you hired a dude at $35 and hour?

We have to get parts first.

As of last night I have a total of $6K in missing parts. Most of which are fairly small parts/hardware.

Once I order parts we will be able start making progress. Waiting till insurance adjuster comes next week to confirm what we do/don’t have.

[Grey Ghost]

Originally Posted by GTOguy

All it takes is a former underwear model (Bruno)

Bruno does have a NHRA license and still races. I think drag racing has been in his family for decades. I think he's a legit car guy and racer.

[markids77]

Originally Posted by StudleyJames

She turned out to be such a car expert she is currently doing a home improvement show where she is represented as an expert in that field as well.
I do think her tenure at Garage Squad exposed the true Cristy... she swears like a trooper!

[C3C7NIC]

Originally Posted by Grey Ghost

Bruno does have a NHRA license and still races. I think drag racing has been in his family for decades. I think he's a legit car guy and racer.

I sure don’t mind it when his shirt comes off.

[C3C7NIC]

🤤

[Grey Ghost]

He ain't got 'nuttin on us old VB guys

Why have a sixer when you could have a keg