1965 Super Sport

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1965_ss

Discussion Starter · Aug 13, 2013

So I picked up this 65 SS a few months back. It's an original SS with protecto-plate. It's got about 90,000 original miles. Previous owner rebuilt the original engine as you can see and I didn't get any of the original parts to the engine, long gone. The previous owner also put in a turbo 350 trans, powerglide long gone also. The original 10 bolt still is in place and up front the previous owner added disc brakes. It also came with an aluminum radiator with electric fan. The interior has been completely redone. The previous owner also added the rims and tires. How you see it is how I bought it. The only thing I've done so far is add a Wilwood master cylinder and rear seatbelts to match the front so I can take the kids out.
I'm thinking DSE components, BAER brakes, ABC Performance mini tub, El Caminio boxed frame, etc, etc.......
Progress will be very slow $$$, I just figured I would start a thread and update it once in awhile.

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YankeeRodder

· #2 · Aug 13, 2013

Very nice!!

craigs66

· #3 · Aug 13, 2013

Todd,
Very nice car ! Can you provide the wheel and tire sizes?

Craig

malibuss427

· #4 · Aug 13, 2013

Looks like a real nice car, enjoy.

65_LS1_T56

· #5 · Aug 13, 2013

About time

Nice car Todd. I'd have some suggestions for you about the frame/chassis selection and modification based on my experience.

Let me know if you'd like a pm or put it here.
Looking forward to you're project transformation.

1965_ss

Discussion Starter · #6 · Aug 13, 2013

YankeeRodder said:
Very nice!!

Thanks!

craigs66 said:
Todd,
Very nice car ! Can you provide the wheel and tire sizes?
Craig

17x8 5" backspacing 245/45-17, 18x9 6" backspacing with .25 spacer 265/50-18. This is the backspacing that was told to me by the previous owner, I have not measured it myself.

malibuss427 said:
Looks like a real nice car, enjoy.

Thanks!

65_LS1_T56 said:
About time
Nice car Todd. I'd have some suggestions for you about the frame/chassis selection and modification based on my experience.

Let me know if you'd like a pm or put it here.
Looking forward to you're project transformation.

Sounds good! Now you know why I hang out in your build thread

65_LS1_T56

· #7 · Aug 13, 2013

So on the El Camino frame you mentioned, why use that instead of boxing a HT frame? If you are considering the ABC minitubs, you'll be sectioning the rear frame rails anyway. Plus, the El Camino frame is longer behind the rear axle, so it would need to be shortened anyway. Just my thoughts.
I boxed and notched mine before Tony's kits were available. Now that the parts are available, it would be a huge time saver to use them. Could you do it cheaper? probably. But not when you figure in all the time to make templates, adjust, cut, trim, and weld them.

DSE makes some quality stuff no doubt, and it works. As you know, I have ABC front and rear stuff with Ridetech T/A's on mine. Couldn't be happier. But I have nothing but stock stuff to compare it to. One thing that is unique about his rear suspension is the use of OEM type cross-axis joints for full and smooth articulation. Plus the joints are fully sealed too, a plus for daily driven cars. I think the Ridetech suspension would be a great setup too. Too many choices:yes: All things to consider of course.

Ok, you started the build thread, now we can hound you for updates:beers:

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1965_ss

Discussion Starter · #8 · Aug 13, 2013

65_LS1_T56 said:
So on the El Camino frame you mentioned, why use that instead of boxing a HT frame? If you are considering the ABC minitubs, you'll be sectioning the rear frame rails anyway. Plus, the El Camino frame is longer behind the rear axle, so it would need to be shortened anyway. Just my thoughts.
I boxed and notched mine before Tony's kits were available. Now that the parts are available, it would be a huge time saver to use them. Could you do it cheaper? probably. But not when you figure in all the time to make templates, adjust, cut, trim, and weld them.

DSE makes some quality stuff no doubt, and it works. As you know, I have ABC front and rear stuff with Ridetech T/A's on mine. Couldn't be happier. But I have nothing but stock stuff to compare it to. One thing that is unique about his rear suspension is the use of OEM type cross-axis joints for full and smooth articulation. Plus the joints are fully sealed too, a plus for daily driven cars. I think the Ridetech suspension would be a great setup too. Too many choices:yes: All things to consider of course.

Ok, you started the build thread, now we can hound you for updates:beers:

On the frame.........this car had been hit in the right front so the frame horn has been repaired, kind of. You can tell it was heated up and pulled on with a chain, leaving chain marks and metal that is bent up and down on the front horn rail. The only reason I'm thinking of an El Camino frame is because I have a friend that has a 67 frame that I could use. I know it would have to be shortened a little in the back, but the side rails are already boxed so that saves some time there....maybe? So I either use his frame or find another, either way I want to do the ABC kit. I want the Roadster Shop chassis real bad but I don't have $20K sitting around. I was thinking of building up the 67 frame on the side as time and money permit and then just swapping the body over to it when it's done. This keeps my car drivable. We shall see.

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65_LS1_T56

· #9 · Aug 13, 2013

1965_ss said:
On the frame.........this car had been hit in the right front so the frame horn has been repaired, kind of. You can tell it was heated up and pulled on with a chain, leaving chain marks and metal that is bent up and down on the front horn rail. The only reason I'm thinking of an El Camino frame is because I have a friend that has a 67 frame that I could use. I know it would have to be shortened a little in the back, but the side rails are already boxed so that saves some time there....maybe? So I either use his frame or find another, either way I want to do the ABC kit. I want the Roadster Shop chassis real bad but I don't have $20K sitting around. I was thinking of building up the 67 frame on the side as time and money permit and then just swapping the body over to it when it's done. This keeps my car drivable. We shall see.

I figured there was more to the story. That makes sense then. Just wanted to make sure you knew about the rear section being longer. :thumbsup: Oh, of course you'll need a trans crossmember too, but if you boxed one or use the elky, that is still true.
And who doesn't want a RS chassis, bad ?

They do such nice work.

1965_ss

Discussion Starter · #10 · Aug 13, 2013

65_LS1_T56 said:
I figured there was more to the story. That makes sense then. Just wanted to make sure you knew about the rear section being longer. :thumbsup: Oh, of course you'll need a trans crossmember too, but if you boxed one or use the elky, that is still true.
And who doesn't want a RS chassis, bad ? They do such nice work.

If I end up using that other frame I figured I would have to shorten it by 3.27 inches. I will have to see if he's got the El Camino crossmember

Blitz

· #11 · Aug 14, 2013

Always love it when I see another 65 in THIS section. More "steal" ideas from I guess. Bwaahahaha

Great factory shade too. Mine in SS trim.

rxn0001

· #12 · Aug 14, 2013

Nice car! It looks good as it sits now but what fun is it to leave it alone? Have fun with your build!

cgocifer

· #13 · Aug 14, 2013

Sweet, another 65!

1965_ss

Discussion Starter · #14 · Aug 14, 2013

Thanks guys! I've read all about your cars before:thumbsup: Awesome cars!

1965_ss

Discussion Starter · #15 · Aug 14, 2013

Blitz said:
Always love it when I see another 65 in THIS section. More "steal" ideas from I guess. Bwaahahaha

Great factory shade too. Mine in SS trim.

It is a factory white with two tone blue interior. When the previous owner redid it he kept it original. You don't see that very often........I might change it in the future though, although that is WAY down the line....I want performance parts first

1965_ss

Discussion Starter · #16 · Aug 14, 2013

rxn0001 said:
Nice car! It looks good as it sits now but what fun is it to leave it alone? Have fun with your build!

I can't leave any of my other toys stock. The only thing I've ever left stock is my 1923 Buick

My mom and dad bought it in the early 60's, dad gave me the pink slip in 87'.

1965_ss

Discussion Starter · #17 · Aug 14, 2013

cgocifer said:
Sweet, another 65!

:hurray:
I follow your build:thumbsup: I get ideas from all you guys on here and Lateral-G. These forums make me spend all my money.

Blitz

· #18 · Aug 14, 2013

I went from wanting to change mine from the factory white to wanting to keep it like it is, "Phase I" style. Lately, I can't really see myself changing the color other than a brighter white.

Blitz

· #19 · Aug 16, 2013

1965_ss said:
I can't leave any of my other toys stock.

I have this EXACT issue. I'm not even kidding. Sometimes it literally is a TOY that I want to mod or a radio flyer or a gas grill. lol Stock just isn't in my vocabulary.

Rich-L79

· #20 · Aug 16, 2013

There ARE ways to get decent pro-touring performance without spending cubic money. For no more than I spent on the chassis build on my wagon, I was very impressed with the results. It is a great car to drive, just wish I had more supportive seats!

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