Chevy Nova Hinge Conversion

[@QualexCustoms]

$150 door jack, one of the best things I ever bought.

[@sbf_fox2434]

I liked that you laughed when the bushings fell out rather than cuss. Maybe it's a sign you enjoy wrenching on cars.

[@garysgarage.2841]

Installing shims is always an option to move that door back and get the gap more presentable.

[@OutlawChopShop]

Hey man. My name is Friday from Outlaw Chop Shop. Been watching your stuff for a while now and you inspired me and gave me the confidence to start my own channel. I'm still trying to figure out how to edit so I can upload a bunch of videos I have. Thank you for the inspiration and motivation. LOVE the Nova builds. But really just enjoy watching.

[@brianbloom1799]

Being a Body Man running a shop for a long time., The welded on ones that are bad, They made a Kit ,That like you said You just over drill the Hole and then tap in a Bronze bearing, with Larger Pin, ,I like those, They lasted longer. Because of larger Pin.

[@w.stuart668]

not when someone leaves it for waaaay too long and it wears through the bushing and elongates the hole. you arent drilling it larger for new bushings, its ruined and the hinge needs replacing like mine were.

[@darrenbrisson4336]

Good way to take care of the problem youre definately Mr nova you work on the years i like most use washers behind the hinge to move it back

[@troymecey]

I got lucky on my 70 1/2 Nova and was able to drill out the bushing holes and use larger bushings.

[@BudFranks-fu9ye]

Great video John. Thank you 🙏👍

[@SmallTownBuilds]

Great video, I feel your pain nothing like trying to build a Nova and things not staying where they should, Not to mention I still look around my shop looking for a hand and remembering it’s just me lol.😂

[@Shop209]

Lol. Same!

[@carloscollomps1552]

Worst part is installing the hood alone.

[@justincooper5189]

@@SmallTownBuilds with the doors, a jack stand normally will help, so long as you aren't like me, in that I have clumsy moments and knock stuff over once in a while. One thing I'll do, I'll use a sharpie to outline something like the hood hinges so if I can get the hood to be inside the lines, it's a good fit. Some people also drill a small hole to have as a guide. I hope this stuff can help at least a little bit, and have a good day.

[@itseithergonnaworkoritaint7852]

Hey John, super glue is your friend to keep those bushings in, dam gravity.😁 Also, take some measurements of a welded on door hinge from the centerline of the the bushing hole to the door and do the same with a bolted on hinge. Perhaps the two are different in that area? If they are then shim accordingly. If they are the same then the aftermarket door could be a bit off? That is very surprising that the aftermarket companies that make Nova replacement doors, hinges and bushing kits aren't aware of this situation and have a solution for sale.🤷 Good video of how to deal with the two different hinge styles.😎👍

[@ellsworthcrawford2074]

It coming out nice your doing a awesome job

[@howardhall67]

Glad to see you back on here. I was wondering about the 4 door to 2 door nova.

[@brianwilson5592]

Great video! Very useful info.

[@Shop209]

Thank you!

[@TonyGeneseo]

Little dab of superglue works pretty good too. Let’s face it …. At some point your committed so a little’ll dab’ll do ya just fine 😂😎 awesome video ! Take care John

[@ncjohn3429]

Excellent video . Thanks dude !

[@rockeyfranks4504]

Amazing video as always John

[@aarondodds2994]

Man you have alot of useful information I've used over the years on my nova. I'm doing a steering column change soon and I was wondering if you did any videos on the column?

[@051570orion]

I need to replace the bushings on my 72 Nova , im almost finished working on my Ram 3500 but have a few other things i need to get to before I can do that

[@philipkruger563]

Looking good

[@Charlie_Prinz]

Ha ha real world problems............ great content as always!!!!! 👍👍🔥🔥😎😎👌👌

[@Shop209]

Lol. Had to leave that part in

[@bowtiebum82]

I worked on my doors 2 days trying to get them lined up bolt on style 69 I hate doors lol

[@chevynova-1970]

Man I just recently found your channel. You are literally the world’s greatest expert on the Chevy Nova!!! Question: I want to put a 350 crate engine in my 70 Nova. What is the best crate engine company you would recommend for a 70 Nova? Thanks!

[@Shop209]

If you’re going with a regular sbc I would either use a GM crate engine or a Blueprint Engines crate engine.

[@chevynova-1970]

@@Shop209 thank you sir!

[@headersandstrings6737]

I got lucky with my 68. The doors shut awesome. No sag at all. I do need everything from the doors back though. lol! Do the full quarters come with the back glass channel (along the sail panel) and trunk gutters?

[@donnielee218]

Hey John, enjoy your video's & i rewatch them several times. I have a question not related to hanging doors, what brand argent silver do you recommend to use on rallye wheels? Thanks In Advance

[@w.stuart668]

ive replaced my weld ons with bolt ons on my 78 rally nova

[@justincooper5189]

Your microphone needed adjustment. Obviously, I understand that you were working on the car as well as trying to educate us KZbin nova fans, but there were a few spots where I wish I could find my headphones to hear you better. I gotta ask: when you drove frankennova all over the south, how much weight did the heat cause you to lose? I remember you said at one point it was something like *135 in the car or something close to that. Maybe show us what would be necessary to install vintage air in one of those cars? I'm definitely glad to see the custom conversion nova back on here too.

[@Shop209]

The problem with the sound sucks. I don’t realize it’s an issue until I’m done abs editing. As far as losing weight, I lost 10lbs and my wife lost 12 during Raceweek. While driving between tracks, the temp in the car was around 115. When I would sit in staging with windows up to run the temp was 126. We didn’t eat lunch most days because it was so hot that we just tried to stay hydrated.

[@justincooper5189]

@@Shop209 oh man. That had to suck. I hope you're staying healthy and hydrated. Pennsylvania hit 99 last week, and I think I lost about the same amount of weight as you. Do those floor vents help in your nova? Try to have a good day, and make sure to keep a few Gatorades nearby.

[@TheValdo71]

Love those rims where can I find them?

[@davidbrown-55]

Great info. Question, A 70 empty shell going back together. Firewall insulation pad first? Or do other parts go before the pad. Not sure of the order. Thanks for any help.

[@Shop209]

Firewall pad first of I remember correctly

[@johnkelly6942]

Not quite there yet.

[@bwsgarage]

Did the new door come with bolt plates?

[@Shop209]

Inside the door. Yes.

[@allstylinone5122]

That whole door on the passengers side has gotta move back a 1/16-1/8" Hench the bolt on hinges are superior

[@Shop209]

The factory door had a better gap. It might be because of the repro door is off.

[@allstylinone5122]

@@Shop209 They are and always will be, If ya do a whole lotta welding to build up and shape, That's always what has to be done to repops. 🤷

[@allstylinone5122]

If your not showing it or nothing, add thin washers between the hinge and the door to push it back just enough to split the difference. 👍​@@Shop209

[@johnnyjones5984]

I have a 1974 nova hatch back is the quarter panel the same as one with a trunk. And where a good place to get one

[@Its_Bobbys_World]

Would you recommend someone locally for rust repair work. ? I live close to summit in GA ?

[@jimbeachboard3228]

Could you do me a big favor and measure the outside diameter of the spacers on top of the front subframe bushings? Mine are missing and I need to make new ones.

[@Shop209]

I’ll measure that after while

[@brianbloom1799]

It will Not Clear the Fender, If its not even, or slightly in some, Remember, set the door to Rear quarter, then set fender to door..

[@Shop209]

Yep. I had the quarter lined up to the old original door but that door is bent some. So I’m going to put another factory door on and line up quarter then try this door again

[@sintruder]

Did any of the 68-72s have a Nova badge on the left front of the hood. I got a 71, and it's got holes drilled in the left front, and I'm wondering if it's a 73-74 hood

[@Shop209]

Sounds like it’s a 73/74 hood. The front edge is different. Looking at it you should be able to tell

[@sintruder]

@@Shop209 It aint got the 73 74 molding on the edge

[@dante510]

You got any advice on a rusty A- pillar

[@Shop209]

I’m gonna do a video on that soon because another car I have to put together has a very rusty a pillar. Basically you have to make your own patch out of 18 gage sheet.

[@modelcars2978]

🤓👍

Did you stop making videos?

[@Shop209]

No. Just been super busy with a big side job. More videos coming soon

[@markince656]

Man, how do you find these nova’s- 5 k for a piece of shit here in AZ!

[@Shop209]

I look for the ones that are POS. Ask around a lot. Find them before someone else does and tries to sell it.

[@PanchoVilla50-o2f]

I got a 74 Roller in Tucson if you’re interested