Austin Hatcher Foundation – 1971 Chevy Suburban
Austin Hatcher Foundation 1971 Chevy Suburban
LMC Truck is proud to be working with the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer on the restoration of this 1971 Chevrolet 3-Door Suburban. Projects like this are used to create awareness about issues related to pediatric cancer, build exposure and raise funds. This Suburban will ultimately be sold to benefit the foundation.
About the Austin Hatcher Foundation:
Through its involvement in the automotive and motorsports industries, the Austin Hatcher Foundation for Pediatric Cancer has raised nearly $1.5 million in its mission to erase the effects of pediatric cancer in patients, survivors and their families. The foundation’s Diversionary Therapy program is often conducted against the backdrop of a race track with the heroes of the sport actively participating. Its Healthy Lifestyle Education Division integrates automotive elements into its message about nutrition, exercise, sun-safety and tobacco-avoidance. The automotive industry is in its DNA. To find out more visit them at http://www.hatcherfoundation.org/lmc/.
Part 1: What is the longest running American automotive model name?
Yes, it’s the Suburban. You can’t say Suburban without thinking about a whole bunch of kids.
This Resto-Mod SUV features those classic Chevy looks and many upgrades to bring it up to date. This Suburban will use current electronics and some futuristic elements for navigation and audio. This will be one amazing daily driver that will provide classic looks, performance and modern conveniences to make even the shortest drives fun.
Stay tuned to see each week’s update as Chimera Customs brings this 1971 from the past to the future!
Part 2: Dismantle
PJ & the crew at Chimera Customs in Florida are dismantling the 1971 Chevrolet Suburban. This is a full restoration and the crew at Chimera are going to be very busy. Let’s see how the dismantle is going!
Part 3: Parts Alive
Part 4: Headed to the Sandblaster
The Suburban has been loaded onto the trailer and is off to the sandblaster.
Part 5: Blasted Body Work
The Suburban is back from the sandblaster and looking clean. After being blasted, it’s helped the guys at Chimera Customs identify the places where the Suburban’s sheet metal really needed some TLC. There are quite a few places.
Check out the gallery of before and after pictures of the rust holes & new welds.
Part 6: Suspension
PJ and the guys at Chimera Customs have been very busy! The old suspension and lift kit have been removed, the frame has been blasted and the new bits have been added. It’s almost time for a new engine!
Part 7: Engine
Part 8: Front End Build
Chimera Customs has been busy. This week we have the rebuilt front end to show off. Getting closer to paint and interior. Can’t wait!
Part 9: Rear Doors Re-installed
Chimera Customs has re-installed the rear doors on the 1971 Chevy 3-Door Suburban.
Part 10: New Coat of Paint
Back from the paint booth. Midnight Grace is getting closer to completion and ready for her debut at auction to benefit the Austin Hatcher Foundation. We will have some more updates coming soon as we getting closer and closer to completion!
Part 11: Engine, Exhaust & Wheels on Frame
The KaTech Performance engine, exhaust and suspension have all been installed on the frame.
Part 12: Body On
The body and the front end have been bolted on and are ready to go!
Part 13: Interior Installed
The interior has now been installed including the Austin Hatcher Foundation logo in the middle of the gauge cluster. Check out that brand new replacement floor in the cargo area and new headliner! Looks great, guys!
Part 14: If Looks Could Kill…
The exterior of the 1971 Suburban is nearing the end. Chimera Customs is finally finishing up their portion of the project.
