68 Nwprt,One Step Closer

68Nwprt · Oct 20, 2013

The Newport becomes one step closer to being rust free. Rear deck filler panel repaired and getting closer to finish fit.

Picture of rusted panel purchased for the replacement. Was supposed to be rust free with original paint. None of these were true.

Right rear quarter repair will be next. Let me know what you guy's think. Any advice will be greatly appreciated.

Sneak peak of my 68 Newport.

68Nwprt · Oct 20, 2013

Here's a few more shots.

commando1 · Oct 20, 2013

I am still in awe.

68Nwprt · Oct 20, 2013

commando1 said:
I am still in awe.

Thanks Stan. This is my first attempt at this kind of repair, so I'm learning as I go.

70NPORT · Oct 20, 2013

I think it's going to be a mighty fine set of wheels when finished. I'm digging the partial profile, sticking the nose out the garage. Yup, I can see already it's gonna be cool.

Bigpopa · Oct 21, 2013

Nice metal work Im getting ready to pull the vinyl top off of my 68 Newport Custom 4dr HT in hopes that it is clean under there...........

68Nwprt · Oct 21, 2013

Bigpopa said:
Nice metal work Im getting ready to pull the vinyl top off of my 68 Newport Custom 4dr HT in hopes that it is clean under there...........

Thanks. Hope it's clean also. What are your plans for the roof?

polara71 · Oct 21, 2013

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. respectfully of course, well done

detmatt · Oct 21, 2013

Nice work, its fun isn't it?

Zymurgy · Oct 21, 2013

Looking good. I still want to learn how to do metal work. I was hoping to take a class this winter.

Fratzog · Oct 21, 2013

Seeing that gives the itch for another project...then reality sets in.... :BangHead:

bulldogchesty · Oct 22, 2013

Looking good. I also have a 68 Newport that I have been replacing metal. I just need to find more time to devote to it. Our projects are long, but I still love working on it.

Bigpopa · Oct 22, 2013

68Nwprt said:
Thanks. Hope it's clean also. What are your plans for the roof?

I am going to paint it having a vinyl roof here in Colorado is no good cause of the constant moisture so it will be painted.........

68Nwprt · Oct 22, 2013

Fratzog said:
Seeing that gives the itch for another project...then reality sets in....

I may take on another project when this one is done but NOT a rusty one.

Ironwolf · Oct 22, 2013

I think that I will stick to pulling wires & bending conduit !!!! :yourock:

68Nwprt · Oct 27, 2013

detmatt said:
Nice work, its fun isn't it?

Thanks Matt. Yeah it's fun, and a challenge. Definitely not something you want to rush through.

detmatt · Oct 27, 2013

I find the serious metal work to be the most satisfying work in the resto process.

68Nwprt · Apr 6, 2014

Managed to get some work done on the Newport today. Left rear quarter body work is finished and ready for some primer. That should be happening shortly.