68 Bullitt project begins
11/2/10, 09:07 AM
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The 68 was picked up on Monday for media blasting and I'll have more pics as soon as it gets back in a few days. They will then start body work and then paint.
In the mean time I did get a nice surprise. All this time I thought the car had a 289 in it. Turns out it is a 302. It's currently torn down and I like what I see. It's really clean. I have a guy that is going to freshen it up a bit. I will be putting a new cam in it.
Hope to have some new pics up in a few days.
In the mean time I did get a nice surprise. All this time I thought the car had a 289 in it. Turns out it is a 302. It's currently torn down and I like what I see. It's really clean. I have a guy that is going to freshen it up a bit. I will be putting a new cam in it.
Hope to have some new pics up in a few days.
11/2/10, 10:43 AM
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That's what my 65 has in it. Looking forward to more pics! 
The 68 was picked up on Monday for media blasting and I'll have more pics as soon as it gets back in a few days. They will then start body work and then paint.
In the mean time I did get a nice surprise. All this time I thought the car had a 289 in it. Turns out it is a 302. It's currently torn down and I like what I see. It's really clean. I have a guy that is going to freshen it up a bit. I will be putting a new cam in it.
Hope to have some new pics up in a few days.
In the mean time I did get a nice surprise. All this time I thought the car had a 289 in it. Turns out it is a 302. It's currently torn down and I like what I see. It's really clean. I have a guy that is going to freshen it up a bit. I will be putting a new cam in it.
Hope to have some new pics up in a few days.
11/2/10, 11:55 AM
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11/3/10, 09:26 AM
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My 68 was an original "J code" car that had a 302 in it from Ford. I had a previous 68 that was also a "J code" car that had a factory 302 in it. Guess they were both built late in the model year after the 289's were done.
Update on the 302........looks like we are going to bore it .040 over and go with forged alum. pistons. Also going to go with a 260-270 duration .515-.520 lift cam.
Update on the 302........looks like we are going to bore it .040 over and go with forged alum. pistons. Also going to go with a 260-270 duration .515-.520 lift cam.
11/22/10, 08:27 PM
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Finally got it media blasted. Found a few little things that have to be corrected. Some shade tree patches on the aprons, and some very minor patch work. Other than that the guys at Classic Recreations said it's a very strong, very clean car. Here are the latest pics.
11/22/10, 09:26 PM
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Lookin real good! Around how much is the shop charging you for all the work? Interested in what going rates are even though I'm on the west coast....
11/23/10, 03:10 PM
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Looks real good Rob!
You're doing it the right way! Much better to get the engine, and interior out of the way.......
I think I've heard of your restro shop. What caused you to pick them over somebody else? Was it just because they are close to you?
You're doing it the right way! Much better to get the engine, and interior out of the way.......
I think I've heard of your restro shop. What caused you to pick them over somebody else? Was it just because they are close to you?
11/27/10, 03:21 PM
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I'm sure everyone heard about the trouble Classic Recreations had last summer. They got completely screwed by not only the OSBI, but the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, and the local DA's office. I can't comment on it because Classic Recreations is seeking legal action against an overzealous Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) agent. I can tell you that this all started with a disgruntled employee that completely made stuff up. OSBI didn't have the "chop shop" they thought they did and came up with some weak-a$$ charge so they could attempt to save face. I've known the owner and his family since I was 5. I've also been in law enforcement for over 14 years now and they are great people and I trust them completely. Classic Recreations is completely in the clear and Carroll Shelby completely trusts them and they continue to make the GT500CR with Shelby's approval. In my opinion they are the best shop in this region. Their work is second to none and their eye for detail borders on insane. I can't say enough about them. I looked around at other shops, trying to save a buck, but I'm only building this car once. I want it done right the first time and I know this shop will do that. I'm very fortunate to live about 20 miles from Classic Recreations. They specialize in 67's and 68's so the decision to go with them with my 68 was a no brainer.
11/27/10, 07:44 PM
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Well I'm glad that you went with them. I had heard of this case over the summer, but I didn't know it was this shop. I think you read more into my question then was meant. 
Looking forward to more pictures of your car!
Looking forward to more pictures of your car!
Falchion,
I'm sure everyone heard about the trouble Classic Recreations had last summer. They got completely screwed by not only the OSBI, but the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, and the local DA's office. I can't comment on it because Classic Recreations is seeking legal action against an overzealous Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) agent. I can tell you that this all started with a disgruntled employee that completely made stuff up. OSBI didn't have the "chop shop" they thought they did and came up with some weak-a$$ charge so they could attempt to save face. I've known the owner and his family since I was 5. I've also been in law enforcement for over 14 years now and they are great people and I trust them completely. Classic Recreations is completely in the clear and Carroll Shelby completely trusts them and they continue to make the GT500CR with Shelby's approval. In my opinion they are the best shop in this region. Their work is second to none and their eye for detail borders on insane. I can't say enough about them. I looked around at other shops, trying to save a buck, but I'm only building this car once. I want it done right the first time and I know this shop will do that. I'm very fortunate to live about 20 miles from Classic Recreations. They specialize in 67's and 68's so the decision to go with them with my 68 was a no brainer.
I'm sure everyone heard about the trouble Classic Recreations had last summer. They got completely screwed by not only the OSBI, but the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, and the local DA's office. I can't comment on it because Classic Recreations is seeking legal action against an overzealous Oklahoma State Bureau of Investigation (OSBI) agent. I can tell you that this all started with a disgruntled employee that completely made stuff up. OSBI didn't have the "chop shop" they thought they did and came up with some weak-a$$ charge so they could attempt to save face. I've known the owner and his family since I was 5. I've also been in law enforcement for over 14 years now and they are great people and I trust them completely. Classic Recreations is completely in the clear and Carroll Shelby completely trusts them and they continue to make the GT500CR with Shelby's approval. In my opinion they are the best shop in this region. Their work is second to none and their eye for detail borders on insane. I can't say enough about them. I looked around at other shops, trying to save a buck, but I'm only building this car once. I want it done right the first time and I know this shop will do that. I'm very fortunate to live about 20 miles from Classic Recreations. They specialize in 67's and 68's so the decision to go with them with my 68 was a no brainer.
11/28/10, 04:07 PM
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Sorry bout that. I've just had several people ask me about the situation and assumed that's what you asking. They really are a top notch shop and I can't wait to see it after they get it painted.
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The "I love my country, but fear my government" slogan, has way more to do with Administrative Agencies than politicians. At least we can fire politicians every so often. Not so with the slug staffers of Fed, State, even local Agencies. And I'm pissed off about it!
