70RUSTY510 Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 Hi! my name is Joe i'm new here with my first 1970 510, After bugging my buddy for a while i finally have a new project car :). Needs alot of work but cant wait till its running and driving. 1 Quote Link to comment
Tristin Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 I see why your car doesnt run... your carburetor is actually a rag. 3 Quote Link to comment
Guest 510kamikazifreak Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 I would not change anything(well maybe one thing,the rag) It took years for it to look this way. Leave it..Store bought is everywhere.. 1 Quote Link to comment
70RUSTY510 Posted February 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 I would not change anything(well maybe one thing,the rag)It took years for it to look this way. Leave it..Store bought is everywhere.. One of many things i gotta replace lol, but as far as looks im keeping it patina just going to shine it up Quote Link to comment
Guest 510kamikazifreak Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 One of many things i gotta replace lol, but as far as looks im keeping it patina just going to shine it up Glad to here it,I wouldnt wax it tho, leave the pantina it is so nice... 1 Quote Link to comment
Tristin Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 I forgot to say welcome. Yeah I would leave it as well. If I owned that car, I would replace everything under the hood (without painting anything), either repaint the red portion of those rims black or replace them fully, and get an all new interior. Car looks great... lots of character thats worth keeping. Quote Link to comment
Guest 510kamikazifreak Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 Welcome abroad(yeh I mispelled on purpose) I wouldnt change much(other than the must have saftey) Quote Link to comment
Zeusimo Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 Looks Like An L20b? Quote Link to comment
NICKLE&DIME Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 love the stance. Buff the rest of the car, that blue will look good with the patina....car looks straight. Quote Link to comment
70RUSTY510 Posted February 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 I forgot to say welcome. Yeah I would leave it as well. If I owned that car, I would replace everything under the hood (without painting anything), either repaint the red portion of those rims black or replace them fully, and get an all new interior. Car looks great... lots of character thats worth keeping. Looks Like An L20b? The swastikas i'm keeping as spares due to 2 of them being damaged from a previous owner on a different 510 :/ I plan on running a different set of wheels. Engine bay will just be cleaned up with working parts and the bay will be shined up with the patina :) the interior need an overhaul! lol Its an L16 B&W automatic Thanks for all the comments guys! And any info i will gladly take...i'm still getting use to finding the right parts Quote Link to comment
Tristin Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 I was just about to post that its an L16 auto... you can tell because of the column shift. You can probably find all the stuff youre missing easily. Dash looks like it will lean up fine, you just need a new pad. With that you can buy a used decent one or buy a cap. Check out 71Dimer for new carpet. Im sure you can find a part out for your missing emblems and license plate lights. How is the car lowered in the rear? Quote Link to comment
70RUSTY510 Posted February 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 I was just about to post that its an L16 auto... you can tell because of the column shift. You can probably find all the stuff youre missing easily. Dash looks like it will lean up fine, you just need a new pad. With that you can buy a used decent one or buy a cap. Check out 71Dimer for new carpet. Im sure you can find a part out for your missing emblems and license plate lights. How is the car lowered in the rear? The dash just needs a new pad, i need to fix some of the dash pieces, wiring, etc. new carpet forsure. I need to find the fender and trunk emblems and the license plate lights are in the trunk. i'll end up starting a WTB thread for the stuff i need to get that i couldnt find. as for the suspension i was told cut springs in the front and rear but i'll figure that out once i pull it off the car :) Quote Link to comment
banzai510(hainz) Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 Oh Im digging this car. I would put the red wheels back on. and buff it out using TR3 and even do the rust. it will be fine. Dont use the stuff if you think your going to pain near term but it will be fine. Only thing its a automatic. But I love the Pantina. Desert red patina is the best. Quote Link to comment
70RUSTY510 Posted February 28, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 Oh Im digging this car.I would put the red wheels back on. and buff it out using TR3 and even do the rust. it will be fine. Dont use the stuff if you think your going to pain near term but it will be fine. Only thing its a automatic. But I love the Pantina. Desert red patina is the best. Wish i could get those red wheels back but my buddy had a deal with his friend so i got stuck with the swastikas that 2 of them are messed up but oh well i'll get another set of wheels. Thanks i cant wait to polish her up and see what it looks like when its done lol. I gotta convert over to stick i have all the parts to do it except the tranny. Quote Link to comment
The Dat-side Posted February 28, 2013 Report Share Posted February 28, 2013 If the rag is the only problem, it should clear up in a few days to a week, as long as you stay clear from it and make sure it stays happy. And fight every urge to stick anything in it. Quote Link to comment
Yakuza Posted March 1, 2013 Report Share Posted March 1, 2013 very nice...dont change anything from exterior..love the patina 1 Quote Link to comment
rusty12ver Posted March 3, 2013 Report Share Posted March 3, 2013 I agree wih what everyone says. I like this one. How bad are the other 2 rims? It's easy to find 2 replacements or even get yours fixed. Can't war to see this one running. Quote Link to comment
70RUSTY510 Posted March 3, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 3, 2013 I agree wih what everyone says. I like this one. How bad are the other 2 rims? It's easy to find 2 replacements or even get yours fixed. Can't war to see this one running. Be easier to find 2 replacements, the 2 are beyond fixable cause the rims are bent and the lips of them smashed in badly. Quote Link to comment
mattyhacks71 Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 I've said this already but I love the patina of your car sososo very much :wub: 1 Quote Link to comment
banzai510(hainz) Posted March 4, 2013 Report Share Posted March 4, 2013 get the stock rims and find the 1st gen hubcabs. DONE!!!!!!!!!! Quote Link to comment
skyblue Posted March 5, 2013 Report Share Posted March 5, 2013 i dig it. sounds like you have some solid plans. Mine is an auto also and at first i hated it, but it's starting to grow on me. Just slap a weber on there, go through the brakes and drive it while you fix it. soak the fusebox in vinegar and give it a good scrubbing. oh and welcome! oh and this stuff works better than TR3 to bring back a little shine to that old paint, in my opinion: http://carnu-bwax.com/eng_products.htm 1 Quote Link to comment
70RUSTY510 Posted March 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 6, 2013 i dig it. sounds like you have some solid plans. Mine is an auto also and at first i hated it, but it's starting to grow on me. Just slap a weber on there, go through the brakes and drive it while you fix it. soak the fusebox in vinegar and give it a good scrubbing. oh and welcome! oh and this stuff works better than TR3 to bring back a little shine to that old paint, in my opinion: http://carnu-bwax.com/eng_products.htm Thank you very much! I plan on driving it and fixing it at the same time lol. What's a good price for a weber? Quote Link to comment
Tristin Posted March 6, 2013 Report Share Posted March 6, 2013 Thank you very much! I plan on driving it and fixing it at the same time lol. What's a good price for a weber? Depends if youre buying new or used. New theyre like $240 or something. Check out Redline or Webers Direct for real pricing. Used in good condition youre looking at like $125. Rebuildable $50-$75. Prices may vary. 1 Quote Link to comment
skyblue Posted March 6, 2013 Report Share Posted March 6, 2013 Ebay will give u a good idea. A 32/26 is a great upgrade. A good balance of power and fuel economy. 1 Quote Link to comment
70RUSTY510 Posted March 6, 2013 Author Report Share Posted March 6, 2013 Depends if youre buying new or used. New theyre like $240 or something. Check out Redline or Webers Direct for real pricing. Used in good condition youre looking at like $125. Rebuildable $50-$75. Prices may vary. Ebay will give u a good idea. A 32/26 is a great upgrade. A good balance of power and fuel economy. Thanks guys for your help. I appreciate it Quote Link to comment
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