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We have been moving for the last 2 years and I am just getting to my 1966 Catalina projects.  I am asking for your input, as I am use to Corvette Pure us. I have several questions for starters. This is a car that was only show for the last 20 to 25 years. The owner did not have a drivers license for a large part of that time.  He was the 2nd owner. For the most part is is all original with 75,000 miles.  Things like the battery , spark plus wires, spark plugs, mufflers have been changed. Here are my questions.

1. Since it was in a barn or garage with the front end sticking out for 20 years, it has a smell in the interior.  I have have removed most of the interior out and I believe I am going to change the original carpet to help remove the smell.  Should I? If I change it should I put in OEM carpet or a super plush carpet? Should I use the standard backing or mass backing? Is there a soundproofing I should use? I need to paint some small areas of the dash. Should I put new sill plates on? The originals are good, but look pretty old. There is no rust anywhere. Any suggestions on how to do this?

2. If not this year next I want to clean up the engine compartment. I will probably pull the engine.  I am thinking about upgrading to a 4 barrel. I have all the parts and would put on an electronic carburetor and electronic ignition. It came with a period correct after market air conditioner.  I am thinking about taking it off? Should I keep the OEM tappet covers or go with chrome? It was under coated and it has a lot of over spray. How do I get this off? What else should I or should I not think about?

I really need to figure some of this out and I am about to order the interior parts to get that finished up.

Thanks for any help you can be.

 

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