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Full Restoration
A full restoration puts a car in the same condition or better then when it was new. This process includes not only repair of the parts that can be seen – the body, the trim, the chrome, the wheels, the dash board and interior – but also the parts that are not necessarily visible including the drivetrain, engine compartment, suspension, trunk, frame, brakes, cooling system, and electrical system.
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Partial Restoration
A partial restoration could be any area of the vehicle and can range from a single panel replacement to minor rust repair to freshening up the interior or under the hood. A "frame on" restoration also falls into this category. This is where all the outer visible areas are addressed but the entire car is not totally disassembled as in a full restoration.
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Pre-build
Many people do not realize that a quality restoration shop like GM Muscle produces a car with a fit and finish that is most often better than the factory original. In our experience the pre-build is the most important part of the build. We go the extra mile to ensure that all panel gaps are consistent and properly aligned, that the car sits square and everything lines up perfectly. We pre-fit and install every piece of exterior trim like bumpers, grille, moldings, mirrors and emblems. This attention to detail ensures a quality finished product.
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Body & Paint
We have a dedicated team of professionals who take extreme pride of every vehicle they touch. Here at GM Muscle, every car is a show car. Unlike some restoration shops we do not farm out our body work and paint. We have our own modern paint booth on premises, we control every aspect in-house! We take all of the steps to create a flawless and lasting paint finish for your classic!
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Custom Fabrication
Fabrication is an important part of any restoration and especially on a resto-mod or custom. Not all parts fit perfectly, adjustments to the part or to wear it is mounting is necessary, also when replacement parts are not readily available. Almost every project will require some level of fabrication to allow for proper assembly and provide the correct look and feel.
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Resto-Mod
Basically taking a classic 30, 40 or 50 year old car and bring it into the modern century. We all love the looks of the classic vehicles but some of the systems leave a lot to be desired. Some of the most common upgrades would be; brake system, steering, suspension, engine and transmission. There are almost unlimited possibilities for modern upgrades for better comfort, safety and to personalize your vehicle.
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Interior
We repair and replace headliners, convertible and vinyl tops, carpets, seats, door panels, dashes & instruments. In addition, we align the doors, panels, convertible tops and body panels properly, restoring the "as new" factory or custom look to your classic automobile. Whether you are looking for a quick cleanup or a brand new interior, we can do the job.
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Final Assembly
Nothing but white glove treatment here. This is where the "pre-build" stage pays off. Because all of the assembly parts were pre-fitting prior to final bodywork and paint every part for the assembly fits without a hitch. No drilling holes on fresh paint to fit the emblems or molding clips. This assures a top quality finished product.
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