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Man, I'm glad I'm not the only one!:lol: Just about anything will look good on that car, though. And if you're gonna go with a BBC, you gotta at least consider the option of going with a 3x2 setup. That would just be :metal:.

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Yea, I considered a cowl induction hood...2" probably but cant bring myself to do it because I think the lines are too nice as they are. Also, it is an impala...not a camaro or chevelle, so I am not really trying to make a drag car out of it. I love driving it and want it to be functional as a daily.

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Here are a few pictures of the body work progress. It is coming along nicely. The metal is being pulled straight, and repaired where someone previously used bondo. The driver's side will get a brand new quarter panel replacement in the next week or two. I will show pictures of that process as well. I want all the metal to be perfect, as I plan on keeping this baby for a very long time!
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Re: My other passion...65' Impala SS
 

i like the big block idea but i would go 396 because internally balanced is better in my opinion

Re: My other passion...65' Impala SS
 

Why do you say that? I have heard the same thing, but am not sure why this is the case. What are the pros/cons of both configurations?

Thanks for the help.

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Internal balance is easier to find parts for, and to interchange.*
I would go internal. I've had both but I think it works better when you put the balance weights closer to the imbalance. Also it makes it easier if you every damage a flywheel. You don't have to worry about balance, just go neutral.

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Got it. I have never heard of that before. Good info.

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It should be done soon and I am getting very excited!!! Pictures coming soon!

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New pics are in! I am only a a few weeks away from paint time! Things are getting very exciting, however, looking at my car with the quarter panel off makes me feel like a have a kid in the hospital under the knife!
Enjoy!

Re: My other passion...65' Impala SS
 

Great looking Impala nicke. I have to say the '65 models are my favorite too.

Re: My other passion...65' Impala SS
 

I doug these pictures up of when I put my American Racing torque thrust II's on my car. They were 17" all the way around. I really like how they looked, but I think I am ready for a little bigger, with a little less rubber. What do you think?

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I like the 17s just drop the front abit

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Yep, going to do 2" drop spindles, which should do the trick.

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IMHO 17's look great but I'm an old guy I'd put moresidewall on the rear
CarCraft did a 65 years back and test fit a bunch of tires before virtual test fitting. And the car really looks best with fair amount of tire(sidewall).
Again IMO (and CC)

Your car is awesome, keep the pics coming!

Re: My other passion...65' Impala SS
 

I know what you mean. I want to have a nice blend of classic styling and modern touches. Wheels are one of the things that I think looks great. Even within wheels itself, I like a classic wheel in a larger size, giving a modern touch. I followed that through in the interior with all original dash, wheel, door panels, and even seat covers, with the nice touch of a CD player.

I will get more pics up soon!

Thanks!

Re: My other passion...65' Impala SS
 

My first car was a 65 impala ss i miss mine after seeing yours.Mine was a convertible 396 4 speed being a dumb 17 year old i wrapped it around a tree.

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Man that is a sweet car. I always said that the 65 is the best year for the Impala's. Love it man.

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Great looking car.The new rims look great.

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Thanks guys...should be getting it back soon. I settled on a color of white. It is called starfire pearl white and it is a late model lexus color.

Should do the trick. I will post pics when I get the swatch!

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Can't wait to see it...

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My dad is building a 65 SS impala now ,we got the motor running a couple weeks ago . he did a frame off resto on it .its going to be white with black interior ,can't wait to see yours painted it looked good before and I liked the torque thrusts best.

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Almost done now!!! Of course, things take twice as long as we think they are going to, but hopefully this means the final product will be worth the wait, which I think will be the case.
I am thinking the next set of pictures will be of the final product...

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I totally think that going with bigger wheels will take a classy looking car and turn it into a hoopty! Stay with the torques.

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I agree. Although, I want the torques in a larger size...which I think will be the best of both worlds...