Cstang50 Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 (edited) I picked up a 65 riviera about 2 months ago its been sitting for about 10 years. It didnt run when i got it. we have since pulled the motor apart and cleaned and changed all the gaskets. I hope to have it painted by June if everything gose right. Edited December 7, 2013 by Cstang50 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted December 7, 2013 Author Share Posted December 7, 2013 We also put a ridetech set up on and new headliner Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slosteve Posted December 7, 2013 Share Posted December 7, 2013 Looks good Cstang. You've done alot of work in a relatively short period of time. How's the engine run?Did you use Shockwaves in the front? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted December 7, 2013 Author Share Posted December 7, 2013 It runs good.. It had a bent push rod so I think that's why it was parked. I'm running the shockwaves up front they seem to ride nice. I just wish they had as much travel as the rear bags do.. Putting the jamco disc break conversion on today.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slosteve Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 (edited) We like photos here. :cool: Keep 'em comin'.Where did you find it sitting after all those years? Edited December 9, 2013 by slosteve (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mt65riv Posted December 9, 2013 Share Posted December 9, 2013 Could be good custom tech with photos... Nice car and an ambitious plan. Hope that it all works out!Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted December 11, 2013 Author Share Posted December 11, 2013 Found it on Craigslist.. Ill keep posting pictures as I go.. Starting body work soon just has been to cold lately.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted December 24, 2013 Author Share Posted December 24, 2013 (edited) Disc brakes conversion. Edited December 24, 2013 by Cstang50 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockinRiviDad Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 Very nice. What size wheels are u running?I did a similar disc brake swap with what looks like the same single piston calipers. Did your rotors come polished? One of the members here pointed out from my pic that these calipers & pads look like they will only use a portion of the available rotor surface. I still have a ways to go before I drive mine. Can u comment on your braking system now that u did your conversion. Regards,David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted December 24, 2013 Author Share Posted December 24, 2013 The rooters were already like that, I went with the jamco kit.. They seem like they stop better not so touchy. I just finished them today so haven't really had a chance to test them out..the disc did push the front rims out about a 1/2 inch on both sides. the rims and 20x8.5.thanks Casey Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockinRiviDad Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 Oh ok. Are u gonna run a proportioning valve? Keep us posted on the ride once u do get her on the road plsWow! 20x8.5 in the front too. Do u have any rubbing issue? I know u have it bagged does that make a big difference?Regards,David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Rob J Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 I wouldn't think you'd need to run a proportioning valve unless you are doing rear disc brakes. Remember proportioning valves only go on the rear brakes, never the front. No way the rear drums are going to out brake the front discs, so very doubtful you'd need a rear proportioning valve if running the stock rear drums. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted December 24, 2013 Author Share Posted December 24, 2013 Ya I'm running a proportioning valve, I tried it without one and if I slamed in the brakes the rear would lock up first..Ya I'm running 8.5 up front the only time it rubs is if I have the car real low and try and make a u turn but other then that it's been fine.. I also would rub on sharp turns on the inside with the drums but since the disc pushed the rims out it seems better. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steelman Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 I wouldn't think you'd need to run a proportioning valve unless you are doing rear disc brakes. Remember proportioning valves only go on the rear brakes, never the front. No way the rear drums are going to out brake the front discs, so very doubtful you'd need a rear proportioning valve if running the stock rear drums.Sorry, not correct. Discs take a lot more pressure to operate properly. Enough to operate the new front discs properly will lock the rears up way early each time you hit the pedal. Yes, David, you need a proportioning valve, unless you are going to change to four wheel discs.Cstang, nice 65. Keep the updates coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 I think there's a lot of confusion here and I think I know where it's coming from. When you change out your single reservoir master cylinders for a dual reservoir master cylinder, you don't need a proportioning valve. But if you add disk, as Steve says above, you definitely need one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockinRiviDad Posted December 24, 2013 Share Posted December 24, 2013 Ya I'm running a proportioning valve, I tried it without one and if I slamed in the brakes the rear would lock up first..Ya I'm running 8.5 up front the only time it rubs is if I have the car real low and try and make a u turn but other then that it's been fine.. I also would rub on sharp turns on the inside with the drums but since the disc pushed the rims out it seems better.If you haven't read it yet…we like pictures lol. Can u post a pic of your prop valve/master cylinder set up plsIt's seems crazy to me that u are running 8.5" wide wheels with minimal rubbing. I see there's hope for me run a wide one like u. I was running the stock 6" wide wheels before and in my tear down pix I clearing have wear spots on the frame as reminder. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted December 25, 2013 Author Share Posted December 25, 2013 I'm still running the stock master/booster I plan on up grading some day just haven't had the funds. I will take pic of the prop. Valve next time I have it in the air.. I was wondering if the stock drums and backing plates are worth anything? They are in good shape for as old as they are.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockinRiviDad Posted December 25, 2013 Share Posted December 25, 2013 (edited) Oh yea…I'm sure dudes will be chomping at the bit for your aluminum front drums if u decide to sell. I am gonna hold on to mine. My Riv is not for sale but I've heard the theory "everything is for sale at the right price". The ability for someone to take it back to stock might be icing on the cake…Did u mount the prop valve on the underside of the car? If so, what is the advantage?Oh & Merry Christmas David Edited December 25, 2013 by RockinRiviDad (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted April 18, 2014 Author Share Posted April 18, 2014 (edited) Getting close to paint. Finally picked a color Edited April 18, 2014 by Cstang50 (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockinRiviDad Posted April 19, 2014 Share Posted April 19, 2014 Wow! Very cool, I like the color. Are u doing all this in your garage? Have u done body work before?Did u ever sell your aluminum brake drums? I have another question on your 8.5" wide wheels. Do u have any rubbing issues in the rear where the exhaust passes over the rear axle? I was looking at mine & it looks like a tight fit with stock wheels & exhaust. Thx for sharingDavid Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted April 19, 2014 Author Share Posted April 19, 2014 Yea we have painted a few cars, couldn't afford to pay someone..hahaI'm running my exaust dumped right before the axle when the car sits all the way down it was a really tight with stock pipe. No haven't had much luck getting rid the the drums they cost a lot to ship.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RivNut Posted April 19, 2014 Share Posted April 19, 2014 What do you call that color? Candy metalflake tangerine pearl metallic effect or something like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted April 19, 2014 Author Share Posted April 19, 2014 Firemist orange.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mt65riv Posted April 19, 2014 Share Posted April 19, 2014 Cool! Saw the update on FB and I like the color. Good choice. Can't wait to see the results.Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted April 20, 2014 Author Share Posted April 20, 2014 Cool! Saw the update on FB and I like the color. Good choice. Can't wait to see the results.MikeThanks.. I hope to have it done in a few weeks if weather stays nice... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockitRiviera Posted April 21, 2014 Share Posted April 21, 2014 please post pics here! thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted May 9, 2014 Author Share Posted May 9, 2014 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted May 9, 2014 Author Share Posted May 9, 2014 Still need to cut and buff.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockinRiviDad Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Wow! Great job! I love it!I just PM'd you…David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockitRiviera Posted May 9, 2014 Share Posted May 9, 2014 Very nice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted May 10, 2014 Author Share Posted May 10, 2014 Thanks.. Here are some pic in the sun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest dwhiteside64 Posted May 10, 2014 Share Posted May 10, 2014 Gotta say that is turning into one sweet ride for sure! Love the color even though it's not stock (not many to choose from huh?). Keep sending us pics of your project as it progresses... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted May 11, 2014 Author Share Posted May 11, 2014 Thanks can't wait to put all the chrome back on.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted May 27, 2014 Author Share Posted May 27, 2014 Got the car all cut and buffed. Just need some time to finish putting the chrome back on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slosteve Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 (edited) Got the car all cut and buffed. Just need some time to finish putting the chrome back onYou've made incredible progress on your project Cstang50. The outcome is stunning. I like the grille and it appears that you have done something to the rocker moldings. What exactly would that be?By the way, you mentioned in your first post that you hoped to have it painted by June; Looks like you made it. :cool:Steve Edited May 29, 2014 by slosteve (see edit history) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bb1970 Posted May 28, 2014 Share Posted May 28, 2014 Nice color choice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted May 30, 2014 Author Share Posted May 30, 2014 Thanks!!! it's getting there. Just need to get time to finish putting to together. The rocker panels were a felled atempet to repaint them going to try something derfent.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted May 30, 2014 Author Share Posted May 30, 2014 I love the color it's looks even better in the sun Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cstang50 Posted July 14, 2014 Author Share Posted July 14, 2014 Got the chrome all back on and the tranimission went out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RockinRiviDad Posted July 14, 2014 Share Posted July 14, 2014 Damn that looks sharp!Sorry to hear about your transmission…David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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