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General Information

Year
1959
Make
Chevrolet
Model
El Camino
Color
Blue
History
Was bought new by my father's cousin, acquired by my father and then to me. Stored for approximately 35 years, 40K miles. I decided to upgrade the drive line to a fuel injectioned V8. This lead to a complete resto-mod project.
1959 Chevrolet El Camino (Blue)

Modifications

Drivetrain
2013 5.3L/6L80 drive line. Original heater box removed.
Interior
I removed the bench seat and installed bucket seats and console. I added storage behind the seats. Vintage Air using original controls. Dakota Digital guages. Console mounted gps with backup camera.
Exterior
Changed the color from white to Harbor Blue, base/clear coat. Stainless polished and bumpers rechromed.
Audio
2013 5.3L/6L80 combination, the original rear end with 3.55 gears.
Suspension
Original, rebuilt, upgraded with hydro-boost 4wdb and sway bars.
Wheel and Tire
17 inch American torq thrust wheels

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