Some people here know about my 1940. At the Moment the engine is in restoration. Long time ago, talked about restoration of the body. Should not be a complete resto, only the rust, other parts will be in original condition. I love the patina and also don't want to restore the Interior. This week I have holiday and I will try to document my progress here every day, so you can take part of this. Hope this will help other people by there Restoration. Lets Go: First put the car on the Hydraulik Ramp. The screws I have loosen in the last few weeks. Some are broken, but I bought the screw set at Chevs40s. So I have a good overview, how many are installed and how they look like. I made a plan, on which i marked the mounting points. On this placed the old screws and the new one next to them. (Pictures are coming later) In the Set there are 20 bolts, my car only have 18. A Test with the Gearbox Lifter shows me, i´ve got all bolts!
Actually I wanted to write here much more about my experiences / setbacks and feelings of happiness during the restoration of my 40 Chevy, but repairing was always somehow more important - sorry What started with a transmission repair and an engine overhaul ended in a complete restoration, including a new interior. I never regretted it and had a lot of fun doing it. Above all I would like to thank this forum for the mental support, many tips and also spare parts. Very special thanks go, among many others, especially to
Mike Buller, 41specialdeluxe, Mike Deeter, Curt K. (cskennedy10?)
In July 2022, the Chevy had its first ride since 2015. It passed the technical inspection without any faults and the engine now runs like a sewing machine, thanks to a capable mechanic. Here are a few pictures.
That is so nice of you to post all the photos so we can see and appreciate all your hard work especially living in wonderful far away Germany.The best of luck to you and continue to enjoy your manty years of restoring your car.
Mike Buller, 41specialdeluxe, Mike Deeter, Curt K. (cskennedy10?)