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Discussion starter · #22 ·
twotone64 said:
Its time and money having them do it. You could ask him what he wants cleaned before doing the work. I'm not sure what parts are painted, (I don't have a convertible, but did a convertible Mopar) but that might be able to be done while all of this is apart. If it is hydraulic, might be a good time to check to make sure all of those parts are in good working order, replace all of the weather stripping on it too.
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Rod,
Your 64 looks fabulous! Nice job!
 
#24 ·
Here's a great thread with lots of pictures on page 2.

http://www.chevelles.com/forums/showthread.php?t=400955

MARTINSR did a great job of documenting his frame disassembly and reassembly. :yes:

I took my frame to a powdercoater assembled and the owner was going to take it apart, powder coat it and reassemble with plenty of photo documentation. His young assistant got hold of it when he wasn't there and tore it down without a single picture. I got back a beautiful frame without a clue how to reassemble it. And initially I didn't even get all the small parts back. It was cheap after that though.

If you take your frame apart, document the hell out of it with pictures, drawings and whatever else you need.
 
Discussion starter · #26 ·
Thank you. I can't remember squat a week after I take things apart so I will make sure to cover this one in detail. I am trying to figure out my horn button parts and I can't seem to find any good assy drawings online.
 
#27 ·
I think powder coating would work great, BUT, make sure you can get all the nylon washers out first...

On my '66, most of the linkage bars are "riveted" on place. Not sure IF you could grind those off and bolt them together for reassembly?


I took my frame to a local "classic car" blasting place. It was in 6 main assemblys, plus the top bows They blasted the frame removing all the crud and paint. I then hund the parts and primed/painted with 2-part automotive paint followed by a clear coat...

I then had to reassemble it all (without pictures)... Then align it... What a job...
 
Discussion starter · #28 ·
Super helpful. Thank you. I will make sure I take detailed pics and videos to make it easier on the next guy. I am going to post this in the correct place later but does anyone know the exact sequence and placement of the horn button parts, 65 original wheel? That is the next mystery for my rookie mind.
Thanks.
 
#29 ·
a little late .. But the top frame on my 64 was intact but expose to the element for 4 years
I did not remove it but cleaned it up with red ROLOC on a Di Grinder and a few spot blasting with a spot blaster. Then etch primer and two coats of Eastwood rattle can
Epoxy semi gloss black.
 
Discussion starter · #30 ·
Thanks. It is a big job. I talked to my upholstery gay. He will do the whole job, taking the pieces apart, powder coating each, new bushings and hardware, and top for $1835. I think I am going to have him do it.
 
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