63 Impala project continues...

[skipxt4]

That IS a Nice car. Almost a shame, to have to drive it, and subject it, to all the a$$holes, on the road. You're right, Bob. They DON'T, make them, like that anymore.

 

[63 dream'n]

Got the front trim on and just had to show off that pretty face! This is style my friends. They don't make 'em like this anymore...

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That's hot..........NICE!!!!!!!!!!!!

 

[blkblk63ss]

Got the front trim on and just had to show off that pretty face! This is style my friends. They don't make 'em like this anymore...

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If they did (like 55,57, Chevy) you probably could not afford them!!!! Not you bob ,just talking the average Joe Blow!!!

 

[tripower]

Looks great Bob....

 

[Jeff Olson]

Very nice. Great job.

 

[Mearl]

That is very nice, Bob. It's easy to tell that you take the time to line things up right and make sure they're clean and painted before they go back on.

 

[bobs409]

Thanks Mearl. That's the patience thing and it can be tough! It seems like every part of this car needs to be installed, removed, installed, removed, installed, removed until it cooperates. She's a fighter!

 

[buildit]

Looks great! 63's have always been my favorite.

 

[tripower]

Looks great! 63's have always been my favorite.

There all my Favorite...

 

[DonSSDD]

That's a pretty face you got there Bob.

 

[jason collins]

Just read the entire thread, well mostly looked at pics. Lol. Amazing results!! I didn't see in the thread, but did you replace the floor pans? If so what brand did you go with?

 

[bobs409]

Just read the entire thread, well mostly looked at pics. Lol. Amazing results!! I didn't see in the thread, but did you replace the floor pans? If so what brand did you go with?

Thanks.

I replaced just about everything including the floor. Somewhere on here is a thread I had prior to this one that showed the sheet metal work. I'll see if I can find it. (it's not for the faint of heart though, lots of metal surgery!)

 

[bobs409]

I found the first part of this project where I cut a quarter panel off. I'll never forget that feeling.

http://www.348-409.com/forum/threads/my-63-gets-some-lovin.10371/


There should be another thread with the rear of the car and floor work. Will keep looking...

 

[bobs409]

Found another thread with some pics and discussion on the trunk pan and quarter install.

http://www.348-409.com/forum/threads/seam-sealer-where-and-how.12183/#post-104236

Haven't found the floor install yet but it's got to be here somewhere!!!

 

[Phalen409]

You have done a great job on your car! So much work you had to do than I am doing on mine and you still are soooo far ahead with the process. I hope mine approached your quality!!
Congrates on a great effort and car.
Dennis

 

[bobs409]

It's picture time again! A beautiful day here in PA. The 63 needed some sun (was getting a little white) I kill me.

This the first it's been out since it's been pretty much assembled. Last time it was just a body without panels.

I still have to finish wet sanding and buffing the lower quarters & rockers so that's why the qtr moldings & emblems are not on yet.

Well, here she is:

 

[Dewman]

Wow Bob, the old girl (not so old anymore) looks absolutely fantastic

 

[DonSSDD]

wear sunglasses

 

[63 dream'n]

Very nice Bob.........I'm jealous as hell..........

 

[LMBRJQ 60]

Hey Bob...
I wouldn't trust your neighbors... one of them has parked a modern car in your yard....use your wrecker and tow that thing away....

63 looks real sweet

Steve