The 67 Toro 425 (thanks, John) came out of the machine shop today , so thought I would try to post some pics of the 53 Olds as it has progressed. Body and frame were blasted. Have transplanted a 1974 Nova front end- new bushings and steering parts, with power steering. Added front disc brakes.Rear end is the Nova 8.5 with 3.42 posi set up from Monzaz. Plan for tomorrow is to mount the motor and Turbo 400 in the frame -hopeful we will not have to cut the X-frame to fit the driveshaft. Can then adjust and weld the rear axle mounts,and make brake and fuel lines (should I add a return line ?) and mount the body. Still need to build the mounts for the front clip and bumper (which weighs about 1000 pounds) . Thinking about colors - red with black top. My buddy (his shop in the picture )warned me about how much work (FUN ) this would be ! He was right . Thank you guys for your help.

 

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It's good to see your project moving forward! Keep those pictures coming!!!
John

 

Great looking project. You'll love the 455 really woke up my 57

 

i love that body style...... maybe if GOD willing i will try to find one i can build but first i need to finish mine...... nice ride keep posting pics please

 

Very nice love the fifties cars especially with modern front suspension and drivetrain. The first drive will make all the work worth it.

 

That '53 is a great body. W/ all the finals, chrome, grill, etc., that car will look GREAT, no matter what color you put on it. Keep after it. Best of luck.

 

So what color have you decided on? Here is a black one that was at the Olds Nationals:

 

Here´s a pic of the ´53 my dad used to have.... all original though..
sure it will be a nice car when it´s done, good luck building!!

Thanks, Mike

 

Here´s two other cars I found on eBay a year ago or so... Thanks again, Mike

 

Great looking project you got there. It's going to be a beauty!! Look forward to seeing it finished.

 

Very nice, keep sending us pics on the progress!