1967 Pontiac Catalina

Congrats! Put up some pics, if you can!

Welcome. I really like Catalinas. What's your drivetrain?

michaelfind said:

I really like Catalinas.

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Same. Seen some SWEET ones

armyadarkness said:

Congrats! Put up some pics, if you can!

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ThankYa! I’ll try to post some pictures soon…But,Be warned, it a little roug!😵‍💫

michaelfind said:

Welcome. I really like Catalinas. What's your drivetrain?

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ThankYa! It’s a 400 with automatic transmissio…Thats about all I know as of now. Do y’all know where I may be able to locate some sheet metal and body parts? This ain’t gonna be no show car, so I’m not to concerned what years or models, or even other brands and makes the parts are from! I’m trying to educate myself on B-bodies!
Thanks!

KWW said:

ThankYa! I’ll try to post some pictures soon…But,Be warned, it a little roug!😵‍💫

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Man, there are guys in here whose cars have been up on cinder blocks since 1986.

And those of us whose cars are running, have to make monthly payments to Mastercard if we wish to keep it that way.

KWW said:

ThankYa! I’ll try to post some pictures soon…But,Be warned, it a little roug!😵‍💫

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Rough means its kid approved. My kids know they can not touch the shiny cars. But none of Dads cars are shiny.

armyadarkness said:

Man, there are guys in here whose cars have been up on cinder blocks since 1986.

And those of us whose cars are running, have to make monthly payments to Mastercard if we wish to keep it that way.

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🤣🤦🏼‍♂️
Any suggestions on locating parts, or how to find out what years and different brands will fit? I’ve heard some Impala parts will fit. I know there’s some variations as far as body lines, but I’m wondering if the lower patch panels are the same, and inner panels like wheel wheels and the back dash/trunk pan will work(the panel the the trunk hinges mount to)

Until you can post some pictures, I wouldnt go crazy digging for info.

You'll get some educated opinions on condition and direction, once people can see your platform.

Ames sell stuff for big Pontiacs. Figure out your needs vs wants before you start spending any money.

Franks Pontiac Parts in the California desert.

i would start by cleaning what you have to see what you need. a gallon of wd 40 a wire brush will do wonders. i would only replace the bad metal. the more original metal the better. i have repaired some pretty rough vehicles.just focus on a specific area and before long you will have a solid car. don't be afraid to try making your own panels. use the car as a pattern if possible. and cats are cool cars well worth the attention.remember to have fun along the way.

Catalina’s are rad. Been trying to convince the wife to let me make an offer on this one to match my yellow ‘66. Not going well..

post pics of yours!!

ponchonlefty said:

i would start by cleaning what you have to see what you need. a gallon of wd 40 a wire brush will do wonders. i would only replace the bad metal. the more original metal the better. i have repaired some pretty rough vehicles.just focus on a specific area and before long you will have a solid car. don't be afraid to try making your own panels. use the car as a pattern if possible. and cats are cool cars well worth the attention.remember to have fun along the way.

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ponchonlefty said:

i would start by cleaning what you have to see what you need. a gallon of wd 40 a wire brush will do wonders. i would only replace the bad metal. the more original metal the better. i have repaired some pretty rough vehicles.just focus on a specific area and before long you will have a solid car. don't be afraid to try making your own panels. use the car as a pattern if possible. and cats are cool cars well worth the attention.remember to have fun along the way.

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Hey P&L,
I like your approach and appreciate the advice! Plus, my wallet probably won’t allow much more😏and replacement parts are proving difficult to find😵‍💫🥴🤯As far as the WD40 goes, what will that assist with, and how would I clean the area afterwards for primer and paint?
ThankYa👊🏻

KWW said:

Hey P&L,
I like your approach and appreciate the advice! Plus, my wallet probably won’t allow much more😏and replacement parts are proving difficult to find😵‍💫🥴🤯As far as the WD40 goes, what will that assist with, and how would I clean the area afterwards for primer and paint?
ThankYa👊🏻

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the wd 40 will help break loose surface rust on panels,help remove tree stain or rust stain but use a soft scrub brush on paint. you can clean with dawn dish soap and water. would not hurt to spray bolts and get that going so when time to disassemble you might save some broken bolt problems. as far as replacement parts try to save as much of what you have like mastercylinder,brake drums and so on. when money is scarce.then elbo grease is the solution. clean things to evaluate what parts can be saved. i would take one piece off refurbish it then put it back on the car. that keeps from loosing bolts and shows a little progress. might keep you interested so you don't get discouraged.1 hour here 1hour there and you might get it running and moving. the more you accomplish the more motivated you will get. have fun with it. then enjoy the ride.

Welcome , Are there pics for this?🤔

Jetzster said:

Welcome , Are there pics for this?🤔

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Agreed. Very hard to give 3rd party, hypothetical advice... Not much point in repairing the sneaker if the foot is missing.