Question Brand New to this world of restoration. Help please.

[Speedy]

Hi all, I bought myself a 1958 as a driver but would like to spruce it up a little as it needs some love. Can you tell me what would be the best manual to use as a guide? I’m hoping there is something along the lines of “Restoration for dummies” as this will be my very first project. I have “some” skills but will be needing a lot of help too.
Thanks.

 

[ddgermann]

Hello Speedy.

There are plenty of guys here that know restoration very well.
I think I can safely speak for a bunch of us when I say... send pics.
From there some description on what you are planning to do. The guys can for sure provide you some sound advice and point you in the right direction once they know what you’re up against.

 

[Rruuff Day]

Hi Speedy. Congrats on your purchase. The forum has a ton of very knowlegable members who I am sure would be pleased to share their experience with you for your project. I would suggest though, that you slip over to the New Users section of the forum and post a bit of an imtroductory where lots of members will see your post. As ddgermann mentioned above ...we like pictures here ...

 

[61ratvette]

hey

Hi all, I bought myself a 1958 as a driver but would like to spruce it up a little as it needs some love. Can you tell me what would be the best manual to use as a guide? I’m hoping there is something along the lines of “Restoration for dummies” as this will be my very first project. I have “some” skills but will be needing a lot of help too.
Thanks.

Hey speedy, Welcome lots of info all over this interweb site and others . I myself bought 61 driver couple years ago . It is an unending project. do what u want the way u want.. drive it to enjoy. amazing what some spit and polish can accomplish . power steering and disc brakes make life a little easier. I drive mine low and slow so all can enjoy. pic in my avatar

 

[Speedy]

 

[Speedy]

Here are a couple pics. I’ll give more detailed pics in the new year of what I need to work on, as I know everyone is busy this time of year.
Merry Christmas all and thanks.

 

[ddgermann]

Wow. She’s a beauty Speedy.

 

[taylorsk8]

Well I am jealous! That is a beautiful car. What kind of updated/upgrades/sprucing were you thinking of doing?

And welcome to the forum

T

 

[Riley P]

Wow! Nice! When you you bought a 58 as a driver and wanted to do some fixing up, that’s not what I pictured.
The car looks great! Welcome to the forum!

 

[Rruuff Day]

I'm with Riley. I was expecting to see a restoration project. That thing rocks Speedy. Gorgeous car.

 

[61ratvette]

nice like I said been tinkering with mine for couple of years just to get to look like yours. great start

 

[YFCvii]

Wow ... thank you for the photos ... U in Canada?
What a nice project

 

[ddgermann]

nice like I said been tinkering with mine for couple of years just to get to look like yours. great start

Your car looks great Andy. You called it a “15 footer”. I can tell you all it looks great from close up. You could have parked further away though... my car was an obstacle to get to yours... arsehole.

Kidding of course... I had a great time hanging out with your car; oh and you too Andy.

 

[nascar03]

Speedy. Your ‘driver’ looks awesome!
Are you looking for suggested ‘mods’ to the car or just getting everything you have working properly.?
I can’t suggest enough that no matter what direction you take that a proper GM shop Manual and an assembly manual for your car is where to start.

Graham

 

[Jcpstrat]

Congratulations Speedy ... like others ... not what I was expecting to see. That's a sweet looking ride that you ought to be able to have a blast in. In terms of advice, just ask and I'm sure someone can help! Good luck with your plans. John

 

[Bixter44]

Riley said it for me. Gorgeous car already.

 

[BDK]

I Agree...
Lookin gooood...

 

[Duntov7]

Hi all, I bought myself a 1958 as a driver but would like to spruce it up a little as it needs some love. Can you tell me what would be the best manual to use as a guide? I’m hoping there is something along the lines of “Restoration for dummies” as this will be my very first project. I have “some” skills but will be needing a lot of help too.
Thanks.

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Hi Speedy: Super choice, nothing like a C1 Corvette ! May I suggest that you seek out membership to the well-known and respected experts' international group NATIONAL CORVETTE RESTORERS SOCIETY ("NCRS"). I've been an active member for over 25 years, and what it could do for your restoration plans personally is endless. The membership for Canadians is $52. Even if you don't go the factory-correct route in your restoration, the NCRS is a prime source of literature, repair suggestions, and expertise. The 1958-60 4th Edition( $30.USD ) TECHNICAL INFORMATION MANUAL outlines everything you could ever want to see, or know, about the 1958 as it left the factory. Link to JOIN https://www.ncrs.org/shop/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=65_34&products_id=181
All the best, and keep us up to date on your project.
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[Hotrodron]

Nice ride Speedy,as Duntov7 mentioned NCRS is a great resource for restorers.I to am a member of the NCRS & I also joined my local chapter. There you can meet fellow restorers in person & gain access to hard to find parts.Good luck with restoration.

 

[Duntov7]

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