Engine swap pics - Pontiac Blue on a SBC
09-16-2014, 10:02 PM
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Engine swap pics - Pontiac Blue on a SBC
Well here are some pics of the swap.
Looking to shoot for a "retro" look, hence the Pontiac Blue and Chrome valve covers.
Looking to shoot for a "retro" look, hence the Pontiac Blue and Chrome valve covers.
09-16-2014, 10:06 PM
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Re: Engine swap pics - Pontiac Blue on a SBC
Here's what needs to go--
09-16-2014, 10:07 PM
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Re: Engine swap pics - Pontiac Blue on a SBC
I love it! I've always thought that was one of the better looking engine colors. It should really pop in that black car.
09-16-2014, 10:14 PM
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Yeah, it should stand out pretty well.... I saw some 1st gen 'Birds with that same color/chrome combo and thought...why not?
09-16-2014, 10:16 PM
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Re: Engine swap pics - Pontiac Blue on a SBC
After I get the engine out, I plan to degrease the engine bay and air spray some gloss black POR-15
09-16-2014, 10:19 PM
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Yes, this one was at the T/A Nationals, and I saved a copy of the photo. Just beautiful. Had me thinking the same thing as you.
09-16-2014, 10:24 PM
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NICE!!!!!
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09-16-2014, 10:26 PM
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I also managed to get to the wheel wells. I hate the way they looked ... until I used POR-15... I think it turned out rather nice
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