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Went to a farm today and bought a "goat"

Night StalkerNight Stalker Member Posts: 11,967
edited March 2015 in General Discussion
Couldn't pass on it....

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She said: "where are you going to put it"

Well, lets see.... two 1965 Oldsmobile 442's, a 1964 Oldsmobile Cutlass, and now a 1968 GTO........ I don't know where we'll put a one owner Ram Air III GTO, but I'll figure it out. [8D]

NS
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  • guntech59guntech59 Member Posts: 23,188 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Looks like a solid project car.

    Nice to see you back.
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  • scrumpyjackscrumpyjack Member Posts: 5,336 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    A shame it doesn't have the numbers matching engine in it. Did you get it or some powertrain for it? If not, then you've got a wide-open build ahead of you; restrained only by imagination, checkbook and the missus.[:D]
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  • Night StalkerNight Stalker Member Posts: 11,967
    edited November -1
    quote:Originally posted by scrumpyjack
    A shame it doesn't have the numbers matching engine in it. Did you get it or some powertrain for it? If not, then you've got a wide-open build ahead of you; restrained only by imagination, checkbook and the missus.[:D]
    It is numbers matching. I have the original owners title from Missouri. I am struggling with the very issue you raise- keep it original or raise complete hell with it!

    NS
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  • scrumpyjackscrumpyjack Member Posts: 5,336 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    quote:Originally posted by Night Stalker
    quote:Originally posted by scrumpyjack
    A shame it doesn't have the numbers matching engine in it. Did you get it or some powertrain for it? If not, then you've got a wide-open build ahead of you; restrained only by imagination, checkbook and the missus.[:D]
    It is numbers matching. I have the original owners title from Missouri. I am struggling with the very issue you raise- keep it original or raise complete hell with it!

    NS



    Sweet! That is always a conflict!

    The boy and I are talking about another 442 build after we move to Texas. I love my '70 442s, but I'm thinking '66 or even '65 (if we can find one) Tri-Power.[:D]

    Are either of your '65s L-69s?
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  • Sam06Sam06 Member Posts: 21,244 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Nice and it looks straight too.
    RLTW

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  • SGSG Member Posts: 7,548
    edited November -1
    Very nice Night Stalker! Not often you find them sitting in a field in that good of condition. I'm sure the guy didn't give it away.
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  • SGSG Member Posts: 7,548
    edited November -1
    4 spd too[8D]
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  • SCOUT5SCOUT5 Member Posts: 16,181 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    The feed bill on that is going to cost you.
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  • NeoBlackdogNeoBlackdog Member Posts: 17,287 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Looks like you might need to grow some longer legs to reach the pedals! Nice find and good to see you back with us!
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  • cce1302cce1302 Member Posts: 9,555 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Shoot, I thought you were going to stare at it.
    http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1234548/?ref_=nv_sr_1


    Being a '68, I'd keep it original.



    If it were a non-numbers matching 69, I'd make it a Judge clone, put something nasty under the hood & update the suspension.


    But I have virtually no knowledge of what is involved in any of that. I just think GTOs are the bee's pajamas.
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  • SGSG Member Posts: 7,548
    edited November -1
    Any updates on this project Nightstalker? I have an endura bumper and front valance for her if you want to get rid of that chrome bumper.Also have a few odds n ends of 68 parts...a few arrowhead rear 1/4 lenses and bezels, bop bell housing and flywheel for a 4spd in perfect cond.
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  • MPinkstonMPinkston Member Posts: 799 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    G T O Get Tools Out
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  • Smitty500magSmitty500mag Member Posts: 13,623 ✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    quote:Originally posted by SG
    I have an endura bumper and front valance for her if you want to get rid of that chrome bumper.

    I've also got some gold plated bars if you want to get rid of your solid gold bars. [:D][:D]
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  • JustCJustC Member Posts: 16,056 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    pull the original engine and sit it in the garage on a pallet. Build a monster for raising hell, then if/when you decide to sell it, you still have the original numbers matching engine.[;)]
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  • fishkiller41fishkiller41 Member Posts: 50,608
    edited November -1
    I like that.
    Then U take your time making the original engine back to as stock as possible.Might need .020-.030 over pistons but the rest might be still good..[:p]quote:Originally posted by JustC
    pull the original engine and sit it in the garage on a pallet. Build a monster for raising hell, then if/when you decide to sell it, you still have the original numbers matching engine.[;)]
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  • droptopdroptop Member Posts: 8,363 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    FOOSE would know what to do and have it done in a week.
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  • fishkiller41fishkiller41 Member Posts: 50,608
    edited November -1
    If that's a factory color I would keep it.That's a cool color for a Pro Street Car...Badass actually..
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  • slumlord44slumlord44 Member Posts: 3,702 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    I would build a stock appearing numbers matching engine that was loaded for bear internally. I am in the process of installing a 400 horse stock on the outside 312 in my '57 T-Bird. "Sleeper"
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  • wiplashwiplash Member Posts: 7,145 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    Is that a 64 in the back ground?
    There is no such thing as Liberal Men, only Liberal Women with Penises.'
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  • Night StalkerNight Stalker Member Posts: 11,967
    edited November -1
    Yep, that's a 1964 389, tri-power, 4-speed car in the back. My car came out of a barn where she kept company with four other GTO's for 40 years. Here she is after her first bath....

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    NS
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  • EhlerDaveEhlerDave Member Posts: 5,158 ✭✭
    edited November -1
    NS, I hope the shot of feet are not you, Erica has the same pants. [:D]

    It looks much better clean.
    Just smile and say nothing, let them guess how much you know.
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  • 47studebaker47studebaker Member Posts: 2,251 ✭✭✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    might think about making a "survivor" , clean, polish and some mechanical. Restore/rebuild/hot rod is nice but so is original.
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  • guntech59guntech59 Member Posts: 23,188 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Like me....it cleaned up pretty well. [:o)]

    Nice to hear from you again.
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  • Dads3040Dads3040 Member Posts: 13,552 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    quote:Originally posted by EhlerDave
    NS, I hope the shot of feet are not you, Erica has the same pants. [:D]

    It looks much better clean.

    I was wondering the same thing about the bloomers displayed there. Not exactly what you would expect a guy to wear.

    Not that there is anything wrong with that. [;)][:I][:D]
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  • CaptFunCaptFun Member Posts: 16,678 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    That is a sweet ride.
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  • Night StalkerNight Stalker Member Posts: 11,967
    edited November -1
    Nope.... that's my daughter. She was helping me give the old "Goat" her first bath in 40 years! [:D]

    NS
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  • Night StalkerNight Stalker Member Posts: 11,967
    edited November -1
    Did a little work on her today. Had my body guy come by and it should start a minor restoration in April. It is in good condition, but it looks better in the photos than once you're standing next to it.

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    NS
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  • Night StalkerNight Stalker Member Posts: 11,967
    edited November -1
    I'm kind of feeling a bit guilty because my 1965 442 is still in storage waiting for a full rebuild as well.

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    NS
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  • shilowarshilowar Member Posts: 38,811 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    If you have the original power train then I'd put it all back stock. But that's just me, you have an awesome hobby!! Wish I had the knowledge, patience and money for rebuilding/restoring a vehicle. Tried it once with a 78 CJ-5 lost a lot of money in that so I know better than to ever try again. Someday when I have the money I will buy someone else's completed project! [;)]
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  • shilowarshilowar Member Posts: 38,811 ✭✭✭
    edited November -1
    Those nose are hard to find is it restorable? Is that the painted rubber style?
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  • Night StalkerNight Stalker Member Posts: 11,967
    edited November -1
    quote:Originally posted by shilowar
    Those nose are hard to find is it restorable? Is that the painted rubber style?
    Shilow:

    It can be an expensive hobby, but you can really offset your costs by trading parts/pieces with others who frequent forums dedicated to whatever vehicle you want to restore. Even the more difficult parts are often found in those circles. Two weeks ago I picked up another Ram Air III hood and the Endura bumper to restore my car back to the original configuration (per PHS documentation). I needed the bumper to put my hidden headlights back together and although I don't need another Ram Air hood, I will eventually trade or offer to someone else who needs it.

    I've discovered it's far better to start with a vehicle which is not a rusted mess and pay a little more because it will save you quite a bit of money during your restoration. If you have the time and patience, you can rebuild a car while you are still driving it.

    This car is an original Ram Air car with some unique options, so I'll do my best to rebuild the factory HO 400 which has approximately 366hp and will be perfect for a reliable daily driver.

    NS
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