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I bought this 57 Chieftain 2 door HT about 10 years ago. It is a very original car, straight and rust free body – Look at the fit of the doors and moldings! I have known the car since the early 80’s… shows 85k on the odometer.

It does have a 65 389 (YE code) with 76 heads and a slimjim tranny that was swapped in the 80’s.

Anyway, time to get it back on the street. I want to have the interior re-done, and get it to be a nice driver without any paint work at this time. So I need interior foam, complete brake overhaul, suspension parts, etc to ensure it is safe on the road.

I know that some parts are the same as 57 Chevys, and some are Pontiac only. Any experts want to share their knowledge on what will interchange and a good supplier for good quality parts? I have spent the past 25+ years with GTO’s, but lost most of those to a shop fire a year ago, so time to move on to other projects.

Here are some questions off the top of my head:
Interior – I see there is seat foam and door panel board backs available for 57 Chevys – are they the same as Pontiac? What about carpet? And inside front door arm rests? Sunvisors and mounts? Rear package shelf?

Brakes – wheel cylinders, master cylinder, brake hoses and shoes – Who is a good source for good parts – I see lots on the net but don’t want to get stuck with junk.

Shocks – is there a coil over rear shock – I would like to get the rear up 2 to 4 inches.

Need a battery hold down - is the Chevy the same?

Will a 235/70/15 tire fit on the rears or will it rub? Currently have 215/70/15 on all four corners
Any and all help is appreciated.
Thanks,
Mike