My 1964 Pontiac Catalina Safari build

Nice project, if my wagon wasn't my daily driver I would tear it down like that. While doing the body rust repairs take a good look on the inside of where the tail lights are, that's where my Country Squire had the most rust. Water leaks from the back window and the trim mounting holes caused that.

 

More updates:

sanded the quarters and put some more guide coat on them. they are pretty much 100% now



Tailgate looks a little crusty but my body guy says "Sonny fix!" lol See that metal strip? I need one. Dont know where to get it.






Found some wheels today. "Ridler" brand. They are chinese, so I will keep an eye on them.


I bought the wheels on the right, for the rear. Love that huge lip! 20x10 in the rear, and 18x8 in the front. $700 for all the wheels, lugnuts, and valve stems.

 

I like the wheel choice. This car is going to be amazing once it's finished.

 

I sure hope so

 

Pulled it out to work on it


paid some attention to the firewall. Ended up removing the heater box.





Installed a block off plate as I will be running an under dash AC unit


Seam sealer!



Tailgate coming apart...will need some repair











Thats all for now!

 

Boy, that tailgate is a bit crusty. Sounds like your body man is confident he can fix it though.
Your progress is looking good. You have certainly accomplished a lot in a short period of time.

 

Tailgate rust repaired

 

Awesome project. Amazing progress. Can't wait for the outcome!

 

Outside of tailgate is done


Here is the paint!

 

spare tire well all repaired

 

having a hard time finding window run channels, so he measured the ones from the car and I'm trying to match it up the best I can




Tested the tail gate switch to figure out why the window wont go up or down with the key. switch is fine.


He painted the interior metal (on the sides of the 3rd seat).

Before


During



After


I think I am going to have that vinyl removed, and replaced with carpet.

 

Brightwork on the tailgate being restored



Inside of tailgate blasted and painted


jambs being cut in




The green is real dark when not in direct sun. Not 100% sure I want to keep it.

 

Congratulations mate, that is a very impressive build you have going there. Can't wait to see the final stages.

I would love rebuild mine in a similar fashion... damn $$$ though. All that aside, it is certainly an inspirational thread!

Cheers

 

Your project looks awesome, Looking through this thread inspired me to join up. I have a 63 Olds, we share a roofline. Pics in welcome thread.

 

Couple small holes in the roof being repaired


guide coat


primer


on to the doors!