Any Nova Owners???

[BonzoHansen]

Originally Posted by B4C

It pretty much is, front sub frame, rear end and other parts are the same as the 67-69 camaros.

Yup. Which means it take a lot of the same cool aftermarket stuff too...

[1QWIKBIRD]

Originally Posted by B4C

Any nova owners on this forum?? Heres some pix of my 72 project nova got it for only $800 Was 250 w/3speed on the column, but shes gettin a 400 sbc and 4-speen M-20.

That looks like a sweet deal for the cash outlay. I've got a 70 Nova that was the same exact deal 250 six/3spd and now its got the 406 with a tko600 and 4.30's out back. If only I could finish the damn thing. It's been like 8 years. Anyway, my best advice assuming you are doing a restoration of some sort. Keep everything, bag it, tag it and whenever possible go with original parts over repo stuff (bumpers, sheet metal especially). I bought three different repo front bumpers before I found one that fit decent. I bought two sets of the eyebrow trim before i came across two that fit. It really is a test of patience more than anything. If you are going to put the cowl hood on and you go the fiberglass route, Glasstek should be at the top of the list, beautiful fit and finish with minimal prep. If you have any questions about anything nova, just ask.


Chris

[B4C]

Originally Posted by 1QWIKBIRD

That looks like a sweet deal for the cash outlay. I've got a 70 Nova that was the same exact deal 250 six/3spd and now its got the 406 with a tko600 and 4.30's out back. If only I could finish the damn thing. It's been like 8 years. Anyway, my best advice assuming you are doing a restoration of some sort. Keep everything, bag it, tag it and whenever possible go with original parts over repo stuff (bumpers, sheet metal especially). I bought three different repo front bumpers before I found one that fit decent. I bought two sets of the eyebrow trim before i came across two that fit. It really is a test of patience more than anything. If you are going to put the cowl hood on and you go the fiberglass route, Glasstek should be at the top of the list, beautiful fit and finish with minimal prep. If you have any questions about anything nova, just ask.


Chris

Thanks I was estatic when the guy said he would sell for that much. Ya I already know what a pain it is when things arnt labeled. Im going steel for the hood and every body panel is going to be goodmark (cuz there the best).
Ill try to post some pictures of the engine and trans set up. Just a small block 400 and m-20 just place holders until I can affort the LS series and 6-speed that I want. Im going to be turning it into a 69.
Thanks, Mike

[B4C]

I cant decide wether or not to go with cragar street stars, or get some custom narrow steelies for the front, and wide steelies for the back so I can keep the baby moon hubcaps

[bad64chevelle]

Originally Posted by 1QWIKBIRD

That looks like a sweet deal for the cash outlay. I've got a 70 Nova that was the same exact deal 250 six/3spd and now its got the 406 with a tko600 and 4.30's out back. If only I could finish the damn thing. It's been like 8 years. Anyway, my best advice assuming you are doing a restoration of some sort. Keep everything, bag it, tag it and whenever possible go with original parts over repo stuff (bumpers, sheet metal especially). I bought three different repo front bumpers before I found one that fit decent. I bought two sets of the eyebrow trim before i came across two that fit. It really is a test of patience more than anything. If you are going to put the cowl hood on and you go the fiberglass route, Glasstek should be at the top of the list, beautiful fit and finish with minimal prep. If you have any questions about anything nova, just ask.


Chris

Glasstek is absolutely amazing, its what it on the Chevelle and I love the hood!

[Knipps]

Saw a BEAUTIFUL nova wagon in ramsey today, cage, racing seats, & a slick/skinny set up

i was ashamed bc i was driving the gf's civic

[1QWIKBIRD]

Originally Posted by bad64chevelle

Glasstek is absolutely amazing, its what it on the Chevelle and I love the hood!

I got a friend who just bought a Glasstek 4" cowl hood for his 69 Firebird and it is stupid nice.....and those hoods are tricky because they come to a point and the proportions and how its blended in look amazing. I'll get some pics this weekend if i can....

Chris

[BonzoHansen]

Originally Posted by B4C

I cant decide wether or not to go with cragar street stars, or get some custom narrow steelies for the front, and wide steelies for the back so I can keep the baby moon hubcaps

Steelies...