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Originally Posted by i4abuygto
I just found this post, nice car. It looks like you are having fun with all. I am interested in the cost of the disc conversion kit and where you purchased it. Also, I need to rework my console top. How much and where did you get the 67 console top parts?
I also need to weld the z-bar pivot bracket on the frame, as you do. When you add that pivot bracket to the frame- could you keep me posted as to the location and how you determined placement.
Also, I have to install a hood tach as well and the location and method of installation on that would also be helpful. I have attached some related photos that I have acquired from others on this forum, but mine is a long way from getting to these additions.
Any advise that you can give, or shortcuts to these applications would be helpful. Good luck with all, it looks like fun.
Mark
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i4abuygto:
The 4-wheel power disc brake conv. I am installing is from a company called CPP (Classic Performance Parts). I totally lucked out as this kit sells on their web site for $1099 plus shipping. Well, I happened to see it on Ebay one day with one day left with NO bids, so I bid the minimum $775 and won! Plus $75 shipping. I was taking a serious gamble as I have a brand new set of Rally I's with a brand new set of Diamondback red line tires, however, they are 14". Generally speaking disc brake kits WILL NOT work with 14" rims. But, mine are not originals and that seems to make a difference. So far anyway as the front are installed and do clear but WOW not by much! I am hoping the backs fit, will know by about 11am tomorrow and I'll report back.
The console parts I bought from Ames ($599). I must say, the quality is OUTSTANDING. By far the greatest repop piece I've ever seen. I will use the base from my auto console as it is absolutely flawless.
When I install the 4-speed stuff, I'll be sure to take SEVERAL pics. My friend Mike has done more 4-speed conv. that anyone I know. He owns 14 classics, 7 Vettes, 7 Pontiacs and they are ALL 4-speed cars and they did not all come that way originally. In fact, he is the original owner of a 68 GTO w/23k miles.
I too just installed a hood tach this past Sunday. This was the only part of the 6k in parts that I have bought in the past 60 days that came from our host (PY). I attempted to order several thousand dollars in parts from them, but, that's another story. Anyway, the tach did come with a template. I checked it against my other friend Dave's 67 GTO and the template was pretty accurate. The entire project was a breeze and took less than an hour. My best advise is buy a BRAND NEW 3-1/2" hole saw for this project. Do not use an old one. Luckily, I had both and was glad that I opened the new one as it went right through the steel and the underside webbing with NO problem at all. Oh yeah, also, use the template to mark your three holes. However, be sure to drill the 3-1/2" hole first as it WILL move on you as large hole saws always do. This way, you can then mark the two stud bolt holes off of the 3-1/2" hole you just drilled and they will be in the right location. I did mine this way by accident and good thing I did, as the two small holes would have been off had I drilled them where I first had them marked. And also, be sure to use us center punch to create a "divet" for the hole saw/drill bit so it doesn't wander accross your hood when you pull the trigger on the drill!!!
I am having my entire hood, hood tach and a brand new header panel painted hopefully next week as the original owner of the car who was 83 when he stopped driving the car in Dec. 08 had bumped into a few things and someone did a half ass repair on the hood and header panel.
Hope that answers your questions and again, I'll be sure to post tons of pics when all of these projects are completed...