'59 Elky

[Slotto]

I picked up this completed El Camino from a friend back in the early 90s. I thought the builder had great taste...

and it was a dead match to the Impala I built around the same time.

The El Camino stayed in this status until about a month ago when it occurred to me that it was time for an update. I knew I wanted to make a wheel swap, make the front end positional and update the engine and interior. I'm keeping the color because it matches my Impala -and I don't feel like stripping it down for another color.

Stay Tuned...

[Slotto]

As seen in the mock up thread. So far I've set the ride height. More to come.

[KWT]

Wow... that's slick looking. Can't wait to see more

[Zippi]

Those wheels woke up that 59.

[Slotto]

I've added the flat washers and plastic bits to simulate disc brakes

engine is almost complete. When I got this car the entire engine was painted body color. I guess that's a 90s thing.

the sea green alternator is sharpie silver with red inserts now.

the firewall was bare so I stole the goodies from the '67 Chevelle Pro Street kit.

[KWT]

Definitely diggin this all the way round. What kind of washers do you use?

[Slotto]

Thanks Jeremy. These are 5/8 outer diameter with 5/16 inner diameter about 1/16 thick.

Edited March 12, 2023 by Slotto

[Slotto]

I liberated the door cards from the tub and am planning on new paint and carpet.

I also dressed up the firewall adding the goodies from the Chevelle kit.

[Slotto]

Interior is just about done. Need to dig up a suitable shifter and steering wheel.

[Zippi]

That's looking pretty good.  I really like that green.

[Slotto]

Shes now Under glass. Thanks for playing along