The Transformation of My 1952 Chrysler Imperial: From a Project Car to a Dream Ride

TLDRAfter 4 years of ownership, I finally transformed my 1952 Chrysler Imperial into a fully functional and leak-free dream ride. With the help of Gearstar Transmissions, we installed a brand new 4l60 transmission, replaced the old drivetrain, and made various modernizing modifications. The project is now 65-70% complete, and we're excited to finish it soon!

Key insights

🚗After 4 years of ownership, I finally transformed my 1952 Chrysler Imperial into a fully functional and leak-free dream ride.

🔧With the help of Gearstar Transmissions, we installed a brand new 4l60 transmission, replacing the old one that was leaking oil all over the road.

🔄We had to pull out the old drivetrain and install the new transmission onto the old engine, making several adjustments along the way.

⚙️We made various modernizing modifications, including replacing the oil filter and installing a modern fuel pump.

💪The project is now 65-70% complete, with only a few more tasks remaining to finish the transformation.

Q&A

How long did it take to transform your 1952 Chrysler Imperial?

It took me 4 years to complete the transformation of my Chrysler Imperial.

What was the biggest challenge during the transformation process?

The biggest challenge was dealing with the leaking oil from the old transmission, which required replacing the entire drivetrain.

What modifications did you make to modernize the car?

I replaced the oil filter with a modern adapter, installed a modern fuel pump, and made various other adjustments to improve functionality and convenience.

What percentage of the project is complete?

Currently, the project is about 65-70% complete, with only a few more tasks remaining to finish the transformation.

When do you expect the project to be fully completed?

I am aiming to complete the project in the near future, but an exact timeline is yet to be determined.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Introducing my 1952 Chrysler Imperial, which has been my quarantine project car for the past 4 years.

00:30The old transmission was leaking oil all over the road, so I decided to get in touch with Gearstar Transmissions for a solution.

01:00We installed a brand new 4l60 transmission, replacing the old one and fixing the oil leakage issue.

02:15The transformation process involved pulling out the old drivetrain and installing the new transmission onto the old engine.

03:45I made various modernizing modifications, such as replacing the oil filter and installing a modern fuel pump.

05:30Currently, the project is about 65-70% complete, with only a few more tasks remaining to finish the transformation.

08:10The transformation of my 1952 Chrysler Imperial is the result of years of hard work and dedication, and I'm excited to see it fully completed.

10:00Stay tuned for the final updates on my dream ride as I move closer to completing this project car journey.