Jeff's 71 Swinger build

[HemiPar]

Hey all. It's time to start on my build. I have had and been working on my 71 Swinger for just over 2 years now. It's time to start my build. I have some catching up to do, show whats going on now and then go from there.
Now the start. Back in 06 I bought a 71 Swinger down in AL on a bill of sale. Worked on the boldy for awhile and found out the state of KY would not give me a title. So lots of time and little money wasted. So I set out to find another 71 so I could use the parts I have aquired on the new project and have a complete "parts" car. In 2008 I searched the back threads in the 4 sale ads here and found what I was looking for. The post was a few months old but had no replys so I took a shot and he still had the car. to beat it all just 25 minutes from the house. The amp gauge was burnt and I could not hear the car run. SO we hammered a price, put it on a trailer and headed home. Here are the pic of when I brought it home.

 

[HemiPar]

More before pics. I know ya'll like car ****.

 

[HemiPar]

for now. I will add before pics before each small project to get the thread to where the build is at now. Hope ya'll enjoy. and thanks for viewing.
The hitch was welded to the frame. Springs were shot, not sure what was being towed.

 

[HemiPar]

I don't have pics, but the first thing I had to do was get the car running. The Amp gauge had burned up and melted wires. So with the help of FABO I was able to bypass the gauge. Thanks FABO. Before pics of dash.
Thanks for looking.:shock:

 

[mopardrt]

looks solid man great looking car keep up the progress

those seat covers look like crap hahahah

 

[HemiPar]

Time to post more pics to get caught up.
Please don't be hating. There was only very minor surface rust on the floors.

 

[Old Tired Rebel]

Welcome and you're doing a great job.

 

[abodyjoe]

Even has a decent looking rim blow wheel.

 

[Badart]

Looks like a great project. I love the 71's

 

[HemiPar]

rim blow will b going up for sale soon:-D
with adapter is needed. Wait maybe 2 rimblow's...

 

[HemiPar]

more before pics. I realy wish I had posted the pics as I done the work. Now trying to remember when and what order I done things is making my head hurt:banghead:. Time for more:drinkers:

 

[tiltsix]

First off, Very nice project.Are you keeping the a/c? If not I may be interested in all underhood items including compresser and brackets.Thanks and oh im in ky also. Jeff

 

[HemiPar]

Sorry tiltsix. I hope to put the a/c back in working condition. Just have more important stuff first. I will keep an eye out for you...

 

[PanGasket]

Looking good jeff!

 

[gerahead]

Het Jeff,
haven't seen anything posted from you in a while. Anything goin' on? L8r

Jim

 

[HemiPar]

looks like I need to update some things here. Here are the pics of trunk. There were no repairs needed to the trunk. So I scuffed, POR 15, prime then paint. I will do my best to get my thread caught up on the car progress. Thanks for looking and I hope you enjoy the pics.

 

[HemiPar]

Now for engine bay pics. Some of the pics are out of order that work was completed, but will give you an idea of what I have done over the past year.

 

[gerahead]

You're doing some nice work there, my friend. Keep the pix coming. Lookin' good. L8r.

 

[PanGasket]

keep it up man, your car is gorgeous!

 

[Dartnut]

Awesome looking car!
Gotta love that paint......

 

[memike]

Enjoying a great build here :cheers: Thank you for sharing :glasses7: My coffee time is looking at
members builds here :coffee2: I am parcel to these great /6 cars:cheers:

 

[Saetun]

What a difference the color brings. Keep up the good work!

 

[HemiPar]

Thanks for the comments guys. Now I need to get off my a$$ and get this thread updated. Lots have been done to "Sally" that needs to be displayed.
Later today she is going to be in the home town parade.

 

[75slant6]

Hey Jeff, any updates?

 

[HemiPar]

Damn, I have not updated this inso long. Caleb, as you can see in my avatar I have done tons to my ride. I just need to document what been done. Hope to have time soon.