1969 88 Convertible

It's been a while since I posted on my restoration, but rest assured that it is full steam ahead in spite of being winter in Wisconsin.
For starters the car is finally at my local autobody shop for final bodywork and paint. Tomorrow, one more coat of polyester primer followed by more block sanding and then final House of Color sealcoat, then final sanding and paint. I'm thrilled about the progress at the body shop after just two days plus they (he) allows


me to help out.

1969 88 Convertible

Very impressed with the quality of these seat covers and foam which I purchased from Legendary interiors. 1970 Center console restoration is also progressing nicely, (originally black)

1969 88 Convertible

Car is now back from painter and bucket seats ready yo be installed. Will attempt to post pics from my Google Drive

1969 88 Convertible

1969 88 Convertible

1969 88 Convertible

eric66

Nice work ,keep pictures coming

2blu442

Yes, congrats on the progress you've made!
John

CRUZN 66

Looks like a job well done... Best time to do that kind of work is in this type weather so that you can enjoy the fruits of your labor come spring time...

1969 88 Convertible

Bucket seats installed along with new convertible top. Next steps include new brakes and center console w/Shifter install.

2blu442

The ram rod decals are a nice touch!

1969 88 Convertible

Thanks. I ordered two decals but I received three, so I put the third on the trunk lid...My goal (eventually) is to upgrade my stock 350 2bbl setup to Ram Rod/W31 specs, unless a 455 comes along....

eric66

Nice ,That white top make the green paint pop

1969 88 Convertible

Almost ready to actually do console install

1969 88 Convertible

Have console wiring harness installed but no neutral safety switch and backup. Can I initially run without the switch? Also not sure about potential issues with old column linkage removal and steering wheel lock after I removed old shift lever.
All advice is welcome...

bry593

Looking good! Looks to be same color as my '70 b-body. Green mist in Chevy language.

eric66

You got me jealous ! Looks good 👍

DrOlds72

Your car looks great. I just bought a 69 delta 88 convertible. I’m lookin for a good repair/reference manual. Any suggestions?

1969 88 Convertible

There are two manuals highly recommended
1. 1969 Factory Service Manual (two volumes)
2. 1969 Assembly Manual
I hope you enjoy yours as much as I have. Good luck...

DrOlds72

Thanks for the help. I may pick your brain more in the future.

I already love the car and am looking forward to plenty of time behind the wheel.