[grd777]

Originally Posted by 72projectbird

He will. His shop is staffed with some of the most talented, professional people I've ever met. They've already gone above and beyond for me, and are doing killer work.

Just for reference, here's the trunk gaps the last body guy was responsible for. Yes the trunk lid was bolted on, and yes, the quarters were welded on like that:

Wow these photos blow my mind.this is the people we have in this world today.they just don,t give a f—-
Hope all works out

[72projectbird]

Originally Posted by Baron Von Zeppelin

Looks about like what a friend of mine got back after having a 1 piece rear clip section from a 4 door tempest installed on a 2 door GTO that was nailed hard in the azz.

Hard to comprehend how some people can get a result like that and think its going to be okay.
Maybe if it were a weekend circle track race car.

All I can do now is just shake my head. It would be funny if it wasn't for the wasted years and cash.

Hell I've had race cars and mud trucks that never had gaps like that. lol

[Formulabruce]

I will pop down to Hot Rod city next week and see it again. Glad it's finally there and getting attention. Love the " clipboard" program he uses too.

[72projectbird]

Originally Posted by Formulabruce

I will pop down to Hot Rod city next week and see it again. Glad it's finally there and getting attention. Love the " clipboard" program he uses too.

It's definitely a great system they have. I get a copy of the clipboard via email every two weeks breaking down what they've been doing. It's awesome

[72projectbird]

Making headway! Having to undo all the hack job work the previous guy did sucks, but some quality work is being done now!

[72projectbird]

More pics

[HWYSTR455]

Which body shop is that? Can always use a good reference for a shop, I still have one more car to get done. And maybe some repair on a recent one too.


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[Formulabruce]

Wow! Looks like Mitch has been very busy ! Looks great!

[unruhjonny]

Originally Posted by 72projectbird

He will. His shop is staffed with some of the most talented, professional people I've ever met. They've already gone above and beyond for me, and are doing killer work.

Just for reference, here's the trunk gaps the last body guy was responsible for. Yes the trunk lid was bolted on, and yes, the quarters were welded on like that:
(images not included in quote)

EGADS!

[72projectbird]

Making progress! The sheet metal is starting to find it's way back on the car.

[72projectbird]

Few more pics of the progress:

[srmmmm]

Originally Posted by 72projectbird

Few more pics of the progress:

The shop that did final paint and assembly on mine filled in the bottom seams between the quarter panel and rear valence that made for a very smooth appearance - something you may want to consider.

[72projectbird]

Originally Posted by srmmmm

The shop that did final paint and assembly on mine filled in the bottom seams between the quarter panel and rear valence that made for a very smooth appearance - something you may want to consider.

My 71 is like that. Looks good, but I'm going for all original on this build. I'm thinking about taking it to a few judged Pontiac shows when it's done.

[72projectbird]

Making progress! Shout out to Formulabruce for sourcing and providing the replacement pieces that go between the tail panel and quarters. Mine were smoked.

Also secured a 1970 NOS GM door for the car. Things are staring to shape up!

[MDSHARK81]

Is the shop you are using Hot Rod City in Dover, NH ?? Just to confirm, can always use a good shop reference…..you never know!

[72projectbird]

Originally Posted by MDSHARK81

Is the shop you are using Hot Rod City in Dover, NH ?? Just to confirm, can always use a good shop reference…..you never know!

Yessir. Excellent shop and people!

[kingbuzzo]

wow...score on the door

[72projectbird]

The car is back on all 4's!

[keith k]

Nice

[Formulabruce]

Originally Posted by 72projectbird

The car is back on all 4's!

Great news!!