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Mike Landwehr Corvette Restoration
United States
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 27 ก.ย. 2012
I'm currently restoring a 1972 C3 Corvette and posting "How I Did It" videos of various steps in the this process. I try to avoid topics/tasks that I feel have already been widely covered on TH-cam. My goal is to add videos of topics and tasks that I can't find much content for while showing the overall progression of a project like this. I'm an engineer and business owner (of a small manufacturing company - so this provides me with many tools and other resources), not a mechanic. This is my first car restoration and my first "stab" at posting videos. I'm not doing this in hopes of making money, just doing it to be informative and hopefully inspire others to take on similar projects.
Engine start
1972 C3 Corvette SBC Engine Start-Up
First start up of the engine after rebuild
First start up of the engine after rebuild
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1972 Corvette C3 T-Top Restoration
มุมมอง 7K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Complete disassembly, clean-up, reassembly and application of new weather striping on my '72 Corvette T-Tops. Sneak preview of the freshly painted body at 18:36.
1972 Corvette C3 Body Drop
มุมมอง 14K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Reuniting the body to the frame after chassis and engine restoration
1972 Corvette C3 Nose Dimple Repair/Headlight Header Bar Replacement and Headlight Assembly Rebuild
มุมมอง 21K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Replacement of the headlamp header support bar and rivets which cause dimples/bulges in the nose fiberglass. Also, rebuilding of the headlight assembly while they were out of the car.
HD Shifter Linkage Repair & Motorcycle Lift Adapter
มุมมอง 1K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Troubleshooting and easy repair of loose shifter linkage on my HD Ultra Limited, plus a demo of lifting the bike using an adapter on my 2-post car lift.
1972 Corvette C3 Brake & Fuel Lines Installed
มุมมอง 10K3 ปีที่แล้ว
I've replaced the brake and fuel lines.
1972 Corvette C3 Suspension Rebuild & Chassis Assembly
มุมมอง 9K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Reassembly of the chassis after repainting the frame and rebuilding the suspension.
1972 Corvette C3 frame prep & painting
มุมมอง 17K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Painting the inside and outside of the chassis with rust inhibitor and final top coat.
1972 Corvette C3 frame sand blasting
มุมมอง 7K3 ปีที่แล้ว
Sand blasting the chassis of my 1972 Corvette.
Body Lift Off Frame - C3 1972 Corvette
มุมมอง 49K3 ปีที่แล้ว
I'm restoring my 1972 Corvette. This video shows the removal of the body from the frame.
2 post car lift adapter
มุมมอง 17K3 ปีที่แล้ว
These adapters allow you to use a 2 post car lift to raise lawn mowers, motorcycles, golf carts, UTVs and more.
The "Bump" is the allumnium corosion buildup grind it down blast the rivit and reseal with POR15 then fiberglass its a 30 year repair at lease I know did mine in 79 and still perfect
Best design and video out there for these - you have dimensions for your build?? Thanks!!
Sorry, I don't have any drawings for this and I don't build/sell them for liability reasons. I made the video simply to show how I did this in order to give others an idea of how to do it themselves. Good luck.
How much would you estimate the weight of the body once lifted off the frame?
This is a total guess - around 800 lbs.
@@mikelandwehr-corvette Kind of what I was thinking. Thank you!!
soooooo are you selling these???? I have J d 997R zeroturn and a j d 955 compact utility i need to lift on my 2 post lift. ????H E L P //
Hi Steve. I'm sorry but we don't build or sell these adapters - there's too much liability. I put up the video only to show people how I've done it and how well it works. Good luck!
Hello Mike, great video. would you be able to help me out and provide the info on the 2 fuels lines on the right side (passenger) of the frame. Would you happen to know the part number. Thank you
Hi Vince, I don't recall the part numbers (it has been a few years) but I pretty sure I bought them from either Corvette Central or Ecklers. Check their websites. Good luck with your project!
Thank you 🙏🏼, great video
Hello, does the new header bar fit flush with the original fiber glass surround? I followed your process and the fiberglass surround has to be flexed to fit the new header bar.
My header bar fit nicely to the fiberglass. If yours doesn't, one or the other must be deformed. Good luck! Mike
mike , ive watched a lot of this process, what are the double lines running back on the brakes on the left side?
It has been awhile, but as I recall the left side has the rear brake line and the fuel tank vent. The right side has the fuel supply and fuel return. Hope that helps!
That was really cool, man i wish i had you're shop, so much space to work and a hoist.
Would u send me the measurements. I desperately need to build one this week.
Great design, getting a lift in few months, I know what I need to do now. Thank you.
Great video! Though as an airframer who worked with composites, seeing you take the wire brush to the fiberglass hurt. Look into nylon abrasive brushes if you really need to use one, they work as good as a wire brush (maybe a hair slower), but are a bit less aggressive, and less likely to tear into the fiberglass.
I want to know what was used to fit into the round holes on the lift arms. I see the big bolts but see a green cylinder looking thing when underneath the mower. Can you give some details please?
There is only the large bolts/washers/nuts which secure the adapter to the lift arms.
Very nice great job continued good luck
Very Enjoyable Video!
My late father had a ‘73 white convertible corvette. I wonder what extra bracing was done to it. Anyone know? Thanks.
Nothing, the Corvette uses a full frame unlike most cars it's size and there is no extra bracing between coupe and convertible. The 69 and newer frame is stronger than the 68 as they did add some rear bracing but that was for all cars. There are two small braces under the dash on convertibles that help prevent cowl shake which was really bad on early 68s but thats it, nothing underneath on the frame, the factory frame plenty strong enough.
Where can I get a copy of the plans for the dolly?
I got the plans from Corvette Forum. If you send me your email address, I'll shoot you a copy of my marked-up plans.
great work
Any updates on the Corvette?
Very ingenious lifting technique.
great job and video
Its seems like grinding the rivets and pulling off the metal in one piece would be better, if you want to reuse. The rivets would be sticking out and you can grab with a pliers?
Mine was pretty rusty, so it definitely needed to be replaced.
Awesome sir! Thank you for sharing this. I need to do this as well. Seeing you do it gives me confidence to go forward with it
Like the adapter, but concerned about the straps. They are not the best being just friction and bike could still tip by moving forward
I need to do frame work on my 68.Do you just have rachet strap hooks on the pinch welds of the body lifting it.??👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🤞🤞✌
Yes, that is correct. Good luck with your project.
Happy for you
Willcox is gone now?
I'm not sure. Their website won't load for me. I also checked Corvette Forum and saw that others are having problems reaching them too.
Hey Mike. Great job. I presently have a 74 t-top. It was garage kept since 86 but is in need of some tender loving care. Cant find anyone who is willing to work on it in my area. Sold my 70 convertible, like a fool, back in 72 when I got married. Wish I still had that. Great work on your 72. Tom, Chesterfield, Va.
Thanks for taking time to show step by step. Your very good 25:35
Question what headers did you go with? Was there any fitment issues? Looking good.
Hooker headers - they fit perfectly. I did need to have short extension tubes made to mate them up with the Flowmaster exhaust.
Thank you for that bit of info. Seems so tight. Good to know there are headers that will fit without modifications.
You did a very good job . I have heard of guys installing the header panel and it wasn't lined up proper which made it very hard to get the head light back in place and lined up.
Thanks Jim! I took my time and everything lined up nicely in the end.
Great tutorial Mike, My 74 Needs to have this job performed, but I just don't have the courage to do it
Wow, I know I'm replying to an old video, but I had to say: your final Underneath shot is really beautiful. It looks great, congrats on seeing your hard work come together!
Would it not be a good idea to paint the body while off the freshly restored frame to avoid over spray?
I did have that conversation with the guy who painted it beforehand. He preferred to have it on the frame. There wasn't any overspray, but the frame did get dusty. I was able to wipe all of it off but it took some time.
No, always paint is mounted to the frame and all four tires on the ground. Reason= let the entire body settle plus making certain all body gaps are perfect .
Sure could use that dolly for my 69 here in NJ.
Assuming no greasy hands on the freshly sandblasted frame nothing is better than a few coats of epoxy primer (primer and activator “2k” 2 component).Then if desired an inferior 1 k /single stage paint spray bomb can be used (if one insists
You didn’t show any of the prep work needed to lift body. According to your video, I can just put hooks under the body and lift it off. This earns you a 😂 thumbs down.
Owning a Corvette will teach you patience. Thank you for your willingness to share and create this footage.
Where in the internet did you get the specs for the body dolly you made?
I got them from a restoration manual I purchased. If you request them from me via TH-cam, I can forward the pdf to you.
How many cans of spray paint did it take to coat the frame?
It has been awhile but I believe I used 4 cans.
I have a 75. Someone bottomed it out. The header bar came loose. The headlights rub on body. Your video is the best out there. Thank you so much. Tim😊
Thanks for watching Tim. Good luck with your project!
Having a hell of a time removing four body mount bolts in the rear wells and interior
I struggled with one of the rear ones because it was so rusty. I ended up cutting it to get it out. No big deal though - I replaced all 8 of them with new ones. Good luck!
Q: Why did you decide not to weld all frame seams between the factory stitch welds?
The frame was in great condition, so I didn't think it was necessary.
Q: Why not use a borescope to inspect the inside of the frame tubes?
That would be great if you have one - I don't.
Built a motorcycle lift jig similar to this a few years back, except I have it set up where it attaches to all 4 lift arms. Takes away that "flex" you were talking about. Sits solid as a rock, I do use a tie down like you did, only as a little assurance. Good video though.
Thanks for the reply. I would probably build it the way you suggest if I were to do it again.
I have a inground lift..it does the same thing ..old school lift..I built a lift frame to hold my bike and mowers..on my frame contact lift..
How much would a frame off on your car cost
I have spent $28,851 on this project which includes $9,000 for paint and $2,800 for the engine rebuild. I paid $13,000 for the car initially, so my total is $41,851. I'm not planning to sell this car, but that's more spent than it's probably worth at this point. Good luck with your project!
Great Job... Brother. I'm considering building a '58 Body and Chassis to go with a Date Coded '58 283. Thanks for Sharing
You need a mask, when dealing with all that fiberglass.
You had me until I saw you walking around with a mask...
How are you liking now? Still using?