Corvette 427 : Practical Restoration of a '67 Roadster

by Sherman, Don

• ISBN13: 9780837602189
• ISBN10: 0837602181
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2000-08-01
• Publisher: Bentley Pub

Summary

Corvette 427-Practical Restoration of a '67 Roaster is ideal for anyone interested in learning what really goes into classic auto restoration. The 1967 427 Corvette roadster is a classic sportscar and highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. Don Sherman is a well-known and well-respected automotive writer. Corvette 427-Practical Restoration of a '67 Roaster brings together these two veterans in a unique book.

Besides the "standard" restoration topics, Corvette 427's unique practical approach also includes:
-- How to search for the perfect project car
-- Choosing the right stripping and coating methods
-- When to consult the professionals
-- Salvaging and locating engine parts
-- Building a street-able L88 engine
-- When to buy used and when to buy new
-- Choosing aftermarket resources
-- Avoiding restoration-induced anxiety attacks
-- Sticking to a budget
-- Dealing with errant subcontractors
-- What to do when factory parts don't fit

Table of Contents

Introduction	p. ix
Big Boy's Toys	p. 1
Baring the Soul	p. 9
We Have Lift-Off!	p. 19
The Agony of Repeat	p. 29
A Journey to Mars for Refurbishing	p. 35
Playing With Big-Blocks	p. 43
News from the Restoration Front	p. 51
The Frustration Factor	p. 57
Engine Building and Other Adventures	p. 61
Report from the Dyno Room	p. 65
Paint and Engine Progress	p. 71
Home at Last	p. 77
Hot and Noisy Prelude	p. 83
Hit the Road, Jack	p. 89
Deja Vu All Over Again	p. 93
Have Wheels, Want to Travel	p. 97
A Penny Saved is a Dollar Spent Elsewhere	p. 103
When Factory Parts Don't Fit	p. 107
A Real Runner	p. 111
A Much-Needed Attitude Adjustment	p. 115
Nasty Black with a Cherry on Top	p. 121
An Inside Job	p. 127
Achieving Inner Perfection	p. 131
On the Carpet	p. 137
Under the Big Top	p. 141
Only the Beginning	p. 147
Postscript	p. 159
About the Author	p. 163
Photo Credits	p. 164
Index	p. 165
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