shane: i was wondering what you charge to do the conversion i have a 55 chev nomad
November 5, 2009 8:14PM
DANNY DIXON: I AM GATHERING MATERIALS TO INSTALL A C4 SUSPENSION ON TO A 57 2DR POST FRAME AND HAVE SOME QUESTIONS ABOUT CUT LOCATIONS AND MATERIAL SIZE THAT WERE USED DURING INSTALLATION. I RECENTLY PURCHASED A COMPLETE 87 CORVETTE W/ AN LT1 AS A PARTS DONOR AND NEED TO KNOW IF THAT POSES ANY SPECIFIC PROBLEMS. IF THIS IS NOT THE PROPER LOCATION TO CONTACT YOU OR IF YOU CONSIDER THIS INFO TO BE PRIVATE PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
THANKS DANNY
October 19, 2009 7:49AM
chevydon: very nice, very nice work!
October 10, 2009 9:16AM
Samuel Garrett: I have returned from year out projects. How much will it cost for a frame--chassis only for my 1955 210 Chevy. I believe I have the rest of the parts. I have a LT4 engine--Dana 44 rear wiyh a six speed. How much for one of your chassis or the front clip.
Sam
July 10, 2009 4:07PM
kenny: nice ride!!!!! i have 56 210 hardtop planning for corvette suspension.
January 29, 2009 6:17PM
Jose A. Prieto: Laszlo:
As I said on Trifive.com, the work on your Nomad is nothing short of fantastic. Keep up the great work and please post more pictures.
Jose A. Prieto
joseaprieto@hotmail.com
December 1, 2008 6:31AM
Bob Buchanan: I have a 55 210 w/ 1970 454 LS6 Mark IV that took me two years to build. After looking at your slides I think I should have spent another 2 years. Beautiful tin work. I'm envious of your talent.
November 16, 2008 6:54AM
Marilyn: Looking good.... are you going to post your new 2008 hunting pics??
Marilyn
September 11, 2008 7:08PM
john hoekstra: Came across you 56 Nomad, very nice.
I'm in the process of building a 57 Nomad and a 69 Rolls Royce.
RR is a pain. Plan to put a C4 suspension under it.
I see you bow hunt and I believe you are located in Colorado.
You should check out Gander Mountain Sporting Goods store in Thornton/Northglenn Colorado. Dave Buell is the best and most knowledgeable about bows, you should ask for him if you visit the store. I know guys from out side Colorado who go to him. I happen to be in California.
He also know good places to hunt, but it looks like you have found one also.
July 21, 2008 10:45AM
Brian Arcella: Very very nice work. Guess it was the best $500 you ever spent huh?
July 9, 2008 6:47AM
jhow66: Extra nice work. Spent over 6 years redoing mine. Loved every bit of the time it took.
March 15, 2008 9:54PM
55larry: Looks like a really nice setup.
March 2, 2008 8:47AM
Troy: Wow! How many hours did you spend on this awesome machine? Do you have photos of finished car inside & out. I have the "fever" again. Did a 57 Bel Air 2dr Ht in 80's. Fab work absolutely tremendous!
February 3, 2008 7:59AM
Jack Wendel: Awesome work! I am retrofitting a C4 crossmember in a '70 Nova. You mentioned Corvette chassis drawings. Where would one get these?
January 6, 2008 10:11AM
jhow66: Very nice work!!! I have a 502HO in my '72 PU
July 3, 2007 8:27PM
Ron Coates: We hae viewed your album of your 56 nomad. You have done some very nice work. We have a car we are starting to work on back here in Indiana. We would like to use a more convnional chassis but are having difficulty finding a good frame to start with. If you have any resources or contacts it would be appreciated.
June 16, 2007 6:02AM
peter stokdijk: Hi, I viewed your nomad project with great interest, really appreciate the fabrication.I am currently building a 55nomad with a 572 and was looking at header info.I also made a custom firewall, mini tubbed, fatman front clip,air ride triangulated 4link and reinforced the frame similar to a art morrison chassis.NOt as nice as yours but showable non the less.plan to use a set of dougs for the 572 application.
May 13, 2007 6:15PM
Trina: Hi!!! couldn't get your picture trail to come up on Trifive ( keeps giving me a page that says to refresh)
OH MY What a beautiful job on the primer!!! I am always impressed with your many talents!!!
I cant wait to see it tomorrow!!! I will be in total heaven being able to just be there and see you work!!!
talk to you and see you (NOT SOON ENOUGH) soon!!
Trina
April 17, 2007 8:09PM
Trina: keep the pictures coming... you are really helping me out with my project for you!!! I am so happy that you found the new 56 and all the progress you are making on the nomad.... I think your talent is out of this world... I can't wait to see the new one in a couple of weeks!!!
Remember to keep taking those pictures!!! You never know who will use them!!! LOL!!! your the best man I know... always, trina
December 11, 2006 9:17PM
belairvette: Have a '56 Bel air 2Dr HDTP. Doing the same project only with a '56 1 piece Car Creations frame. '96 Susp w/'95 dogbones, Dana 36 with a 3:07, Ram Jet 350, 2004R. Frame is triple powdercoated PPG Hot Red w/clear. Susp all polished now. Using original Vette springs with no problem. Almost ready to pull body off old frame and take to body shop. What wheel/tire combo are you using? Ed
June 14, 2006 12:00PM
oregongirl converted to Coloradian: I am really happy that you have these pictures-they are awesome...they help me to stay in touch with your continuing progress...you are absoluting amazing!!! I can't wait to see it in person... TLS
June 10, 2006 4:51PM
kirby: nice project Dude, was wonder where you got the coil over mounts set or did you make them. Would you make me a set i will pay. I have a 57 chevy pickup i have the cross member. And do you have any setup info. I could use. thanks
February 23, 2006 9:09PM
Marilyn: Hi Laszlo,
Haven't checked in at the website for awhile. Hope the parts are all going in the way you want them to! I am looking for some updated pics.
Marilyn
February 15, 2006 8:16PM
Sam Garrett: I saw your pictures and loved them all. I am trying to have my 55 Chevy sedan suspension updated with a 94 corvette suspension front and rear. I would love to have your measurements so my welder want make any mistake---Or just tell me where to find more information.
Sam from Clinton Maryland
September 18, 2005 8:36PM
Jim Sherback: Met you in Casper when I was towing my new '56 back to Denver. Have already had offer to sell! Heard there is a Nomad convention in August, need info, are you going?
July 11, 2005 8:15PM
Jordan: Excellent craftsmanship. Thanks a lot, now you've given me a million ideas floating around in my head for my '57. Doubt it will ever be as nice as your work though.
June 29, 2005 6:04PM
Ray Bolden: Loved looking at your 56 Nomad build. I'm curious about how difficult it was to mount the Lexus seats.
Thanks.
Ray
May 11, 2005 12:47PM
Marilyn: Hi Laszlo,
I noticed your web site referenced on Ebay!!! Yes, your work is WONDERFUL. :-)
May 2, 2005 9:27PM
Andy Wyatt: Hey Laszlo,
Just checking up on your progress. Very impressive! I plan on returning to my '55 project in a few weeks. Last year was a humdinger. Three surgeries during the summer. Feeling much better now. Nearly recovered from the medical expenses also.
Take care.
Andy
April 24, 2005 7:43AM
PFrankie: As with many others, I wish to add c4 vette suspension to 55 wagon and ran across your site while surfing for info. Your work looks amazing. Looks like you have a reputation for quality work and the word is getting out.
April 11, 2005 3:59PM
tjn/56nomad: i'm impressed! super website, informative pixs!i bought a fine 56 nomad, want to add p.s., bought 605 box. do you have headers and did they clear? i have stock column and have been told it must shorten to accomodate the 605. also i have non-posi stock rearend (3:70 gearset) kickdn. not installed and zz4 doesn't need it! any ideas where i could purchase a complete 3:08 or 3:36 unit? i'm in louisville, ky. thanks much, tjn
February 15, 2005 6:12PM
Shadow55: I'm stationed in Europe and building a 1955 Ford F-100 with the Dana 44 vette rear. Do you sell the kickup that you built to go over the rear suspension?
Hugh
February 12, 2005 4:11AM
Andy Knight: Nice site and beautiful Nomad! Bet she's quick!
February 11, 2005 9:01AM
brent fields: Great pictures and ideas. I'm in the process of re-doing my 56 mad that I've had for 33years.
January 14, 2005 11:24AM
Will: I have looked at your websites for hours your work is very impressive, I am currently putting front & rear C-4 suspension under a 54 1/2 ton pickup and your website has been a real help keep up the great site and work Will
January 8, 2005 6:06PM
Dennis van Bedijk: Hi there, great work.
I was wondering what aldan shocks you Used, I am planning to put C4 suspension on my 49 Truck. Since I live in The Netherlands parts are very hard to come by
With best regards
Dennis
December 28, 2004 4:39AM
jimbo: Wow, your fabrication skills are inspiring. I was just wondering how the dana 44 was holding up to the torque of 502?
December 19, 2004 1:20AM
57sportscoupe: Laszlo your car is a work of art, keep up the good work. Doug
October 26, 2004 7:06AM
Luckysam: The attention to detail is very impressive. Well Done...
October 24, 2004 3:55PM
Doug Bannen: hi
I was looking for C4 IFS components to install in my 1970 Nova and came across your site. Your work is excellent.
My intention was to modify the existing crossmember and frame and fit the components. After seeing your approach I would be interested in knowing if you offer/sell plans and fabricated componemts for builders
Contact me at your convenience to discuss
August 26, 2004 5:14AM
Randy Burney: Awesome
July 15, 2004 6:48AM
Ray Dufford: Youve come a long way since I've seen your chassis. I gotta get up there and check it out. Give me a call.
Ray
July 14, 2004 4:59AM
Shawn Kimmet: I have a 57 belair sedan which I set off to restore some years ago and I always wondered what I could do to make this car a real driver and after seeing your projects this makes me think this is what I want for a chasis under my car. Thanks for all the photos and ideas.
Shawn
June 27, 2004 2:14PM
shadow57: This is the best set of pictures and fabrication I have ever seen for this application. I would be interested in more details or maybe buying prefabricated subassemblies from you if you are interested. Please send me an email for further contact.
Thanks in advance.
June 16, 2004 10:54PM
markthearc: Great craftsmanship my friend. Was wondering if you have thought about fabricating the whole clip and control arms from scratch. And not using the factory clip at all. Have been a winston cup fabricator for 18 years. You do some fine work.
June 3, 2004 4:39PM
Mike55: chevynut, anytime I have a few mins., I cruise though you albums. Very nice work my friend.
May 12, 2004 6:12PM
raymond Martino: I contacted you a long time ago about putting your work in Cruisin' Style Magazine. It would be a great showcase. CSM is now a 4 color glossy magazine. I don't remember if I put you on the mailing list but would be glad to do so. The reason I'm contacting you know is because I'm starting to plan a 57 2 door HT build for the magazine and want the same setup with a big block. Please call toll free 877-776-9869 to discuss further
May 7, 2004 3:39PM
PETER: hi,great to read your info on chevytalk,im building a simalar nomad to yours,i have not got the hang of posting pics yet,i have fitted hydro boost to nomad,its mounted to inner chassisunder drivers seat,pedal goes thru floor like early pu.usind lokar thrttle pedal[eliminator]style,inow have totally clean fire wall,other mods include,LS1,700R4,605,20inch rear intros,18 inch front ,air ride 4way.9 inch disced rear , rear chassis notched 4 inches[chassis sits half inch of ground when on stops],tri 4 bars.all badges ,hood brd,scripts,door handles ets shaved.air con[climate control],tilt flaming river column.griffen cross flow alloy radiator,dropped spindles ,frnt dics,6 way buckets,front and rear sway bars,the list goes on thanks to u guys on chevytalk with all your info and pics i have seen posted.great stuff.im tackling the rear cargo floor and tunnel today[diff and driveshft clearance because of chassis knotched in rear] .i hope i have not come across as a blow ar*e,i have seen your posting on chevy talk ,your photos,and i think we have simalar ideas ,kind regards, peter jenkins,,rotorua,new zealand.
May 7, 2004 1:22PM
Wayne Booth: I have a 56 nomad I am just starting. I have a 90 covette front and rear clip dana 44 with big brakes. I would prefer to call you with a few questions i have.Let me know. Thx .......P.S. You may like to look at my web site...www.cougarboats.com
April 21, 2004 9:43AM
: By looking at your work, I am sure that you have all of the contract suspension work you want. But, just in case..I have a 61 Rolls Royce that I want to install a 93 Vette IFS and possibly a IRS. Would you be interested in discussing your doing this work for me? I am located in Texas. Thanks. Jay Jones
April 14, 2004 5:08PM
Robert: I would echo what others have said. You have done an incredible job of planning! Your engineering background and expertise are quite evident. With what you’ve shared here, I’ve started planning my own jig. There’s a ’57 Belair 2-door coupe awaiting me in the garage and I’m just finishing the tear-down of a salvage ’02 TransAm (donor engine/trans). You inspire!
April 9, 2004 11:44AM
Wayne Booth: You have done a nice job!! I have a 56 I am just starting and i have access to the c4 parts. One question,with the nomad gas tank where it is will everything clear? I do not want to remove the spare tire wheel well or relocate the fuel tank. Any input will be appreciated.
April 5, 2004 3:01PM
ferris: Fantastic work!! Send me a e-mail. I got some work for you.
March 3, 2004 11:09PM
Art Tirrell: Very, very impressive! Are you manufacturing a front frame clip?
December 14, 2003 8:09AM
Rickerwill: What amazing craftsmanship, Laszlo! I am very impressed with how you have been able to fashion a jig that makes all the usual alignment problems virtually disappear. You clearly have established yourself as an expert in modernizing Classic Chevy chassis. I may be contacting you soon for some build work on my '57!
Rickerwill
Sparks/Reno, NV
December 1, 2003 11:01AM
Dean: Today I looked at a 58 Chevy Brookwood {Nomad without the cool trim}. I understand the 58 has a different frame then 55-57, can the vette conversion still be done? And if this can be done would you be interested in doing it, what would the cost be?
Thanks, Dean
November 7, 2003 5:26PM
Don Mumford: Hello, I live south of Carter Lake, west of Berthoud. I have been working on a 55 hardtop with the same engine and transmission you have, for the past two years. I would like to see your project and talk. Thank's Don
October 31, 2003 4:02PM
Kent of Sweden: Well,well,well,this is absolutely what I have been looking for.I have this frame of a Pontiac -48 2d. Fastback and Ive got a complete front and rear axles from a Vette -84 together with a Air-Ride kit including 4 Shockwave 1000.Your pictures
means a lot for me doing this conversion so I wonder is it possible to have them all printed out? All the best in life/ Kent
October 28, 2003 10:48AM
wheel-7: Your work is excellent!! I have a zillion questions to ask you. Could you send me an e-mail?
Thanks
October 28, 2003 4:16AM
Woody: Great site very informative. I have a 46 Ford with C4 front and rear, I have always had a vibration on acceleration or decceleration, Thought it may have been the setup with support channel or whatever it's called (the bit that goes from the box to the diff) being connected to the chassis instead of the box but it appears yours is the same
September 19, 2003 11:37PM
Frederick good: Looks like a great project. Good luck.
May 16, 2003 9:26AM
Kirby Montgomery: Great work. I am building a '55 Nomad.
May 6, 2003 7:51PM
Jim Sylvester: Great looking frame work hope this will help insire me to get to work on my 56 nomad. Plan is to sell one of the 57 2dr ht cars to finance the Nomad build.
Jim
March 31, 2003 6:01PM
Anthony Aguiar: you know last week I was looking at my 57 post. I need a new front end and rear. Well there you are, and this is something I can do. I see them all over the internet and I mail to all my request for more information.
How do I jig the whole thing to get proper geometry front end
How much do I cut
Where do I weld, what kind of rods
What are the measurements I need, so I don't go down the road side ways
If you got this information and along with you slide show I know I can do what you did
tanks
anthony
March 23, 2003 6:28PM
Mike Foreman: Laszlo. Iam looking into the shock absorber placement for the rear of my 57 chevy I have a 1989 Dana 44 out of a 89 vette Everything is just about where yours is . My question Does the rear shock lower mount to where the vette shock did? And looking at the pictures I will probably attach to a point for the upper shock moutt about where yiou have yours placed or so I would like to. If so my problem is that the aldan 758 has only 4.5 inches of travel.
I have about 5" inches up max when the rear axle is at ride height so I would like about a 4 " upward travel and would like also to see about 3" downward travel also. However even if I could live with the 4.5 inch total of the 758 shock, I run into the problem that the shock will need to be disconnected to lower the wheel for removal as it is still tucked into the body pretty high at it lowest point. I guess I could attach with a clovis pin or something like that but what a hassel as many times as this wheel is goiung to be on and off during construction. I talked with Aldan and they agreed that the travel should not exceed 4.5 inches. Any ideas or soultions other than a longer shock.??? Thanks Mike
February 3, 2003 8:05PM
marilyn wright: Laszlo,
You are an artist! It looks great, seems like the week of Christmas was a productive one. I love to see the pics!
Happy New Year,
Marilyn
January 6, 2003 8:25AM
Steve Batterton: great shots...hope my sedan delivery ever looks half as good.
December 29, 2002 10:51AM
Micah Bennett: Great job on the 55. I could see from the pictures you have done a few of these. I dont have a TRI-5 but I am working on a 66 caprice coupe. I have thought about the corvette drive line. Even the complete drive line from a C5.
Ill keep an eye out for more pics. thanks
Micah Bennett
Pleasant View TN
December 3, 2002 7:27PM
Wayne: I am impresed. Do you by chance do this professionally for others? I have a 55 and its off the frame now trying to decide what to put under it.
November 26, 2002 5:28PM
chapster: Like everyone else says- You are doing some fantastic work. I have reviewed what you have done several times now, learning.
Thanks!
October 19, 2002 5:16PM
Glen Griswold: Some "Fine" work there. Looking forward to seeing the finished product.
October 15, 2002 1:16PM
xvette: Very nice job , When might you be done ?, like to see the finished project . I did a 55 sedan with 87 c4 parts and lt1 , now doing 55 convt with c5 drive line ,trans in rear and 90 ZR1 motor with a round tube frame
September 26, 2002 6:12PM
Mike Foreman: Doing a 57 bel air ht with 89 vette irf and ifs any suggestions or help you can provide would be great. my vette k member is bent can it be straightened or where can I get ogiginal specs other than measuring a car ?? Also why did you narrow the rear frame rails??Thanks Mike
September 16, 2002 10:02AM
Mike Foreman: Doing a 57 bel air ht with 89 vette irf and ifs any suggestions or help you can provide would be great. my vette k member is bent can it be straightened or where can I get ogiginal specs other than measuring a car ?? Thanks Mike
September 16, 2002 10:00AM
Jesse Gonzales: I've been looking at your information on the internet and wondered if you can help me. I'm building a jig so I can install a corvette frame onto my 55 chevy. What I need is the measurements for the jig. Is there something I can purchase that has this information in it?
September 11, 2002 3:45PM
Ray Martino: I publish Cruisin' Style Magazine. If you would like to send "build" pics and information I would be glad to publish. I am planing a 57 project build for the mag and will go with the corvette suspension. I am researching all avenues for the build at this time. thanks... Send me your mailing address and I'll put you on the subscriber list.. CS
September 9, 2002 6:43PM
Tony Barton: Laszlo - looks like quite a project.
I like the wheels.
Good luck - TB
August 8, 2002 3:42PM
Cheryl: Awesome!
August 4, 2002 1:31AM
Mike55: Man you doing a great job! Keep putting more pic's on, ok?
July 11, 2002 6:35PM
Becky Shoemaker: Loved the pics. I can see you spent a tremendous amount of energy and time. The results are awesome.
June 27, 2002 3:27PM
50sChevys: I know how much work, money, happiness and heartache go into one of these..Going to be a super car..Happy for you!!
April 8, 2002 9:56PM
Jim: Killer ride.Outstanding workmanship.
April 6, 2002 7:02PM
68corvette: Your project surely looks REALLY good.
What is that engine going to be?
March 12, 2002 11:34PM
redcorvette: Your cars are very cool and beautifully restored. I think you have too much time on your hands. You need to replace all that energy with a plump wife and 7 children. HA!!! Just kidding. Guess who thinks you're a pretty interesting and dynamic man? Have you ever heard of Saffron Dahlmations?
February 10, 2002 4:20PM
bel55air: looks like your off to a great start.
January 19, 2002 7:32PM
Dave: cool!!!!!!!!!!!!
January 19, 2002 4:31AM
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