'63 chassis restoration questions/specs.

[Kenneth S.]

Hi,
I'm back to the NCRS after a 18 year hiatus. I just bought a 63 convertible which had the chassis mostly restored by the previous owner. The frame is excellent, no rust, no pitting, etc. Its been sandblasted/painted, new bushings, bearing, rear arms, steering box, etc. I want to make the finishing touches and correct anything to make the chassis Top Flight worthy. I have the Nolan Adams book which talks about varying black chassis paint, but not much more detail. I'd like to know what gets painted what:
Steering linkage
suspension components
control arms
backing plate
brake drums
springs
bolts/washers
steering box
sway bar
front uppper control arm bar
shocks
parking brake cable and brackets

Is there a judging manual which will show what gets judged and what the criteria is?
Can I get my frame judged at my house for a fee before placing the body back on? ie. house call judging, Bergen Cty, NJ.

Thanks in advance,
Ken

[Michael G.]

Re: '63 chassis restoration questions/specs.

Is there a judging manual which will show what gets judged and what the criteria is?
Ken

1963/64(?) judging manual will answer most is not all of your questions. The frame/chassis could be judged before body goes back however will not count towards Flight judging. As long as the person doling out the opinion is "restoration savvy" as it compared to NCRS standards would count towards what appears right or wrong before body goes onto frame....nothing more...nothing less.

[Edward J.]

Re: '63 chassis restoration questions/specs.

Ken, thats a mouth full. There as so many small details along with what you have. My advice is to see if there is a local chapter member close to you. click on the NCRS members services to find a chapter and send them a email. My understanding is that the 63/64 judges manuel is due to be revised sometime in the near future. and I suppose you could follow the old one. I sure there are changes coming.