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1955 Belair Frame Off Restoration 454 Big Block 4 Speed on 2040-cars
Year:1955
Mileage:39500
Location:
Brookville, Indiana, United States
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2 year frame off restoration with an attention to detail.......4 door body converted to 2 door with correct pillars and quarter panel fillers from my original 2 door post car.....over 2000 documented hours in this build and $17000. + in parts (I have all receipts). During original auction I noticed no daylight between headers and tires when I parked the car with the tires turned, I cancelled auction to assess...During original mock up of engine placement in chassis there was adequate clearance between tires and headers however the front coil springs were binding on the inside of spring and touching the shock,I removed the springs and cut off a 1/2 coil, that remedied the coil bind and lowered the front end just enough to diminish the header to tire clearance when the wheels are turned . I have continued to drive the car and have not seen any evidence of this causing any issues(no signs of rubber on the headers) I am hesitant to do anything to address this as it has posed no problem so far, all the components are new and the springs may settle some over time or not...if this becomes more of an issue in the future there are several ways to increase the clearance the most obvious way would be to step down one tire size or add a spacer to the coil spring or add a steering stop to the lower control arm...As stated I continue to monitor this and it has not posed any problems so far. Believe me if the tires were getting melted due to contact with headers I would immediately correct it. This I learned the hard way, the fuel gauge is off. I believe the issue lies in the gauge as I can tap the dash lens and the needle responds....all the fuel components were replaced with new parts 454 big block a-833 4 speed with overdrive disc brakes this car was completely disassembled and rebuilt with new or refurbished components with a close eye for detail...drives great with a solid drivetrain. partial listing of new parts: all engine gaskets Competition Cams cam-lifters-timing set-oil pump-oil pan (milodon) Perfection clutch-pressure plate 12" with new flywheel aluminum radiator with shroud (has never gone over 180 degrees even in 90+ weather). all suspension(tubular control arms) remanufactured steering box and brake components, tires and wheels, fuel tank,sender American Autowire harness with new switches. very clean updated wiring with all leads soldered with shrink tube...electrics are absolutely immaculate new 1 piece floor pan and much-much more. the pan/chassis has very slick finish that can be hand washed. *does not have a split bench seat. headliner or windshield wiper motor however it does have the wiper transmissions. all metalwork was performed at my garage then the car was sent to local Ford dealership for skim coat and block sanding. the bodywork is well over a year old and has had time to shrink. there was one bubble on the door, balance of work is sound and the car is very presentable as is. Remaining bodywork consists of blocking and a couple of spots that will need a light skim. The balance of work is estimated at 66 hours and in the 4000. range to make body ready and refinish in a 2 stage black finish. I have the estimate upon request *car handles just like any car of this of this era with stock steering they have limitations and have to be driven accordingly. Overall this is a proven driver that's 85-90 % complete... starts easily, sounds great with an aggressive idle and gets with it in a hurry, only driven on nice days the chassis has never seen rain there are so many details to this build and I am sure I've missed some , this is a fine piece of machinery that is driven daily(weather permitting).I would drive this car anywhere. I encourage any questions and personal inspections.I have solid feedback and have done my best to represent this car honestly. only cash will be accepted on this deal unless other terms are agreed to....thanks I reserve right to cancel this auction as car is for sale locally On Jul-01-14 at 07:45:46 PDT, seller added the following information: additional information engine was sourced locally and I ran a compression test on all cylinders (150-160 lbs)....engine was disassembled to shortblock, I installed new cam,lifters,timing set,oil pump,pan and pick-up,water pump...heads were disassembled and all components were thoroughly cleaned and reassembled with new seals and gaskets throughout.engine is sound. a-833 trans gear ratios 3.09 167 100 .73 rear differential is non posi 10 bolt GM 8.5 3.25 ratio axles have new bearings and seals, new pinion seal and cover gasket everything was in good shape upon inspection. Driveshaft was custom made and balanced and installed with new u joints new window fuzzies and door/trunk weather strips are included cowl panel included....straight but needs some filler work camshaft Competition Cams 280 magnum On Jul-02-14 at 11:35:23 PDT, seller added the following information: bidders with less than 50 bids and any negative feedback will be cancelled and blocked from this auction....I will have to be contacted for approval if an ebayer falls into that category.....thanks |
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