Parking Brake

I finally got to use a tool I've had sitting around for a long time... my spot weld cutter set.  I got a set of them a few years back to do a different car, but that car is now on the back burner.  I also have a spot weld drill, but due to clearance issues, I figured I'd just use the spot weld bits for this job.

If you've looked at the parking brake on these cars, you know its welded in.  Fortunately, or unfortunately depending on your perspective, mine was only attached halfway because the bracket was rusted through in several places.  I'm going to have to find someone who makes the bracket new or fabricate one myself.  The lever itself isn't in bad condition, but the rest of the components will need a full restoration.

You can't see the extensive rust from this side, but the other side is almost nonexistent where it meets the floor pan.

Warmer weather

Spring has finally started to arrive!  I've got to say, this is one of the latest springs I ever recall.  Winter just doesn't want to give it up this year.

I haven't gotten much done yet, but am finally starting to get back at this car.  One thing I've started is the wheels.  I haven't made a final decision on what wheels I'll use when that time comes, but at the very least, I'd like to have the wheels that came with the car ready in case I go that route.  My car originally came with steel wheels and hubcaps which I think is a good look.  Maybe that's because I was originally a Mopar guy and I like the Mopars with the body colored steel wheels.  Then again, maybe I'll convert to knock-offs.

Currently, I'm trying to find a good color match for the wheels.  Ideally, I'll get them powder coated, but that's assuming I find the right color.  I'm not against painting them, but that would be my second choice.  While I'm trying to get the color matched, I at least had the old tires removed.  They were in such sad shape that most of them had holes several inches long in them.

Ready for media blasting