My 69 project

[1969chevmalibu1969]

Or dab some clear epoxy on it.
What media you using, the parts look smooth and oem. Very nice.

Can’t remember the grit I think 90+-black from Eastwood. I’ll look it up and get back. That last part I blasted two times trying to be around 100psi. Then wiped down and wire wheeled. Found cleaning with dish soap works good. Then I will blast once more before I seal it. I think the advantage I have besides nose weather here is it’s been sitting since last licensed in 1992.

 

[cheveslakr]

Not sure I've asked yet, but where in WA are you? I'm down in the Beaverton Or. area.

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

Not sure I've asked yet, but where in WA are you? I'm down in the Beaverton Or. area.

Ephrata by Moses lake. I’ve got lots of parts in Oregon. Seen a lot of nice cars there to.

 

[cheveslakr]

We have a super monstrous swap in 2 weeks down here.

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

We have a super monstrous swap in 2 weeks down here.

Thanks for the heads up. I may want to check it out.

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

Can’t remember the grit I think 90+-black from Eastwood. I’ll look it up and get back. That last part I blasted two times trying to be around 100psi. Then wiped down and wire wheeled. Found cleaning with dish soap works good. Then I will blast once more before I seal it. I think the advantage I have besides nose weather here is it’s been sitting since last licensed in 1992.

I was wrong on the media. It actually aluminum oxide blast 90 grit from Eastwood. I like it works good in the blast cabinet.

 

[kmakar]

I was wrong on the media. It actually aluminum oxide blast 90 grit from Eastwood. I like it works good in the blast cabinet.

I've been using 80 grit glass from harbor fright and it's worked really well in my cabinet. I've used a 1/3 of the bucket and blasted loads of stuff and it's still working great.

50 lb. Glass Bead 80 Grit Abrasive Media

Amazing deals on this 50Lb 80 Grit Glass Bead Abrasive Media at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

I've been using 80 grit glass from harbor fright and it's worked really well in my cabinet. I've used a 1/3 of the bucket and blasted loads of stuff and it's still working great.

50 lb. Glass Bead 80 Grit Abrasive Media

Amazing deals on this 50Lb 80 Grit Glass Bead Abrasive Media at Harbor Freight. Quality tools & low prices.

www.harborfreight.com

I may look into getting some for my blast tank. Got some bigger parts that need blasting. Is it soft on the metal?

 

[kmakar]

I may look into getting some for my blast tank. Got some bigger parts that need blasting. Is it soft on the metal?

It's been great and leaves the metal like it was sanded. It's supposed to be good on softer metals like aluminum and plastics, but I've been using it on steel mostly, and I go right from blast, to wiped down (grease removal), to primer and paint.

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

Just about ready to seal, before sealing I think putting the grease may come first

 

[Shaner]

Following along.

Good work!

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

So I think I got it all back together close to finish. Still have to make sure to follow instructions. Overall it wasn’t hard to do. Preparing for sandblasting was the hardest part. I didn’t replace the boot for several reasons. The spring took some time getting out but I used a screwdriver when needle nose would have been better. After the spring was removed I was able to slide and wiggle the coupler off. Cleaned the grease and took off the two side pieces and spring. I ifurther wiped the grease inspected and prepped for blast. Scrapping then wiping down they got one blast. Took out, wiped down, then wire wheel. Second blast, wipe wire wheel, than a dish soap wash, scotch scrub, rinse and dry. Third blast , wipe wire wheel, sand around 600-800grit and now I’ve found the dremal finishes nice ansd easy. Next I packed some high temp grease inside coupler and around post and two pieces plus spring. Placed the two greased pieces and greased spring in than put on coupler. Pushed coupler all the way down and installed spring. This time using needle nose. World of different. Everything went back together easy and most everything went one way. I may do another thread on the rebuild with more detailed pictures.

 

[kmakar]

So I think I got it all back together close to finish. Still have to make sure to follow instructions. Overall it wasn’t hard to do. Preparing for sandblasting was the hardest part. I didn’t replace the boot for several reasons. The spring took some time getting out but I used a screwdriver when needle nose would have been better. After the spring was removed I was able to slide and wiggle the coupler off. Cleaned the grease and took off the two side pieces and spring. I ifurther wiped the grease inspected and prepped for blast. Scrapping then wiping down they got one blast. Took out, wiped down, then wire wheel. Second blast, wipe wire wheel, than a dish soap wash, scotch scrub, rinse and dry. Third blast , wipe wire wheel, sand around 600-800grit and now I’ve found the dremal finishes nice ansd easy. Next I packed some high temp grease inside coupler and around post and two pieces plus spring. Placed the two greased pieces and greased spring in than put on coupler. Pushed coupler all the way down and installed spring. This time using needle nose. World of different. Everything went back together easy and most everything went one way. I may do another thread on the rebuild with more detailed pictures.

Nicely done. This is a great resource for anyone looking to do the same.

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

Nicely done. This is a great resource for anyone looking to do the same.

Thanks. I wanted to add more pictures of the rebuild but it only allowed 20 pictures. I may do a thread on just the rebuild. Now I just need to do my stabilizer/sway bar done. I checked out my original bolts and although they might clean up the rubber is toast. Now I can use the kit bolts I got when I started this project but they are different as you can see. The bolt is longer and the center sleeve is also different length. I have time to try to track down original while my dust shield, caliper bracket, and calipers are being redone. Or I can just use these and move on. I’m close to finishing my front end then I can roll it out to work on the rear. I’m having fun and I’m enjoy it more over here with all the children. I do need a break from time to time and look at some of the other peoples projects . How’s your current one going? Saw the picture of your lawn mower. Reminds me of my stepdads electric vw bug.

 

[kmakar]

Thanks. I wanted to add more pictures of the rebuild but it only allowed 20 pictures. I may do a thread on just the rebuild. Now I just need to do my stabilizer/sway bar done. I checked out my original bolts and although they might clean up the rubber is toast. Now I can use the kit bolts I got when I started this project but they are different as you can see. The bolt is longer and the center sleeve is also different length. I have time to try to track down original while my dust shield, caliper bracket, and calipers are being redone. Or I can just use these and move on. I’m close to finishing my front end then I can roll it out to work on the rear. I’m having fun and I’m enjoy it more over here with all the children. I do need a break from time to time and look at some of the other peoples projects . How’s your current one going? Saw the picture of your lawn mower. Reminds me of my stepdads electric vw bug.

I'm still working on the Olds Starfire and just got the last of the parts to redo the entire brake system. Soon as that's done, I have the new dual exhaust to install, some small odds and ends, cleanup, then to get back to the bodywork and painting, but I have many more things going on outside that so the Starfire has been taking a back seat for a bit.

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

Nicely done. This is a great resource for anyone looking to do the same.

Thanks. I wanted to add more pictures of the rebuild but it only allowed 20 pictures. I may do a thread on just the rebuild. Now I just need to do my stabilizer/sway bar done. I checked out my original bolts and although they might clean up the rubber is toast. Now I can use the kit bolts I got when I started this project but they are different as you can see. The bolt is longer and the center sleeve is also different length. I have time to try to track down original while my dust shield, caliper bracket, and calipers are being redone. Or I can just use these and move on. I’m close to finishing my front end then I can roll it out to work on the rear. I’m having fun and I’m enjoy it more over here with all the children. I do need a break from time to time and look at some of the other peoples projects . How’s your current one going? Saw the picture of your lawn mower. Reminds me of my stepdads electric vw bug.

I'm still working on the Olds Starfire and just got the last of the parts to redo the entire brake system. Soon as that's done, I have the new dual exhaust to install, some small odds and ends, cleanup, then to get back to the bodywork and painting, but I have many more things going on outside that so the Starfire has been taking a back seat for a bit.

always had fun in the back seat. I know how that goes. Good times though.

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

Getting things ready for the rear. Need two more bolts #402568

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

Uncovered the rear after about a year of sitting. I need to finish a few things before it gets installed. I’ll post later the story of where it came from and the rear I swapped it with.

 

[1969chevmalibu1969]

I came across this 12 bolt from a very nice guy in Lebanon, Oregon about 6 hours from me. He ( seller) said it was the original rear from his car. He bought the car from a lady who was the original owner. Shet had bought it new in Albany, Oregon in 69. I saw the rear he was working on to replace that, it was pretty. On 4/17/20 a deal was made. My uncle and I were on another road trip. Some pictures before painting.

 

[JohnC]

Nice work. Man, I’d love a 12 bolt but I think they’re priced out of my reach these days. I guess I could afford one or one of the new manufactured 12 bolts on 9 inch rear ends but it probably overkill for my small block car. If I get the urge to upgrade a OD trans would be more useful to me.