Thread: 55 Wagon Progress
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06-12-2015 05:34 PM #1
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Nice work on the light fitting! Now that I've been watching this thread I can spot bad lines on these cars from a little ways out, and there a lto of them. HahaRyan
1940 Ford Deluxe Tudor 354 Hemi 46RH Electric Blue w/multi-color flames, Ford 9" Residing in multiple pieces
1968 Corvette Coupe 5.9 Cummins Drag Car 11.43@130mph No stall leaving the line with 1250 rpm's and poor 2.2 60'
1972 Chevy K30 Longhorn P-pumped 24v Compound Turbos 47RH Just another money pit
1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR Stage 3 cam, SuperT10
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06-16-2015 08:19 PM #2
Sorry to see that you had problems with the electrical connections and the switch, but that mechanism to move the light assembly is super slick! I've not seen a powered unit like that, and it looks to be very well made, with very smooth action to last a long, long time. I really like Rocky Hinge, and the way they support their products.Roger
Enjoy the little things in life, and you may look back one day and realize that they were really the BIG things.
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06-17-2015 12:37 PM #3
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Sorry to hear of the bad crimps and switch. That actuator seems to work really nice though! That's pretty cool!Ryan
1940 Ford Deluxe Tudor 354 Hemi 46RH Electric Blue w/multi-color flames, Ford 9" Residing in multiple pieces
1968 Corvette Coupe 5.9 Cummins Drag Car 11.43@130mph No stall leaving the line with 1250 rpm's and poor 2.2 60'
1972 Chevy K30 Longhorn P-pumped 24v Compound Turbos 47RH Just another money pit
1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR Stage 3 cam, SuperT10
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06-17-2015 05:20 PM #4
I can't really decide if I like it or not! I guess it's like most things in life.. different strokes for different folks.
I do appreciate the engineering involved, and as expected your installation is second to none!
And I certainly thank you for making time for all the pics / write-up AND videos to boot! You're to kind!
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06-17-2015 05:26 PM #5
I've gotta admit, my first reaction was "Why does this need to be powered?", but then I thought about the option, having it spring loaded closed and the spring weakening over time so that he bezel assembly doesn't close tight. Powered seems to be a good idea for firm closure. For sure it will slow down the kids wanting to siphon gasoline.....Roger
Enjoy the little things in life, and you may look back one day and realize that they were really the BIG things.
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06-19-2015 08:58 PM #6
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06-19-2015 08:44 PM #7
TBH, I'm not sure if I like it either. It will look real good leaving the driveway..
Recently I took delivery of a ball glove pounding pad, $39 on Amazon per a link posted by Johnny Arial on AllMetalShaping. It was very light, and where I did not give it a go with a sheet metal test sample, something in me wanted to see what was inside the bag. So here we go, can't leave well enough alone...
Looks like a high density felt pad...
My previous shot bag had become a casualty inside of a quarter panel when using it as a dolly... It found a sharp piece of metal which caused the tear... and I caused the cut so I could empty it out and pull it out of the cavity it was in.. It had approx. 50 lbs or better of lead shot in it at the time, and for some reason I didn't think about removal when I was dropping it in the hole.
So I had put in an order last night for another bus seat cover (Kevlar material) and took it today with all the pieces to Anthony's Upholstery. This one is a bit smaller, so also more manageable. I think I had about 1/3 of the 50 lbs left over, so may have to make another smaller shot bag..
Comparison, the old to the new one..
Something told me when that Amazon order was placed that this thing would have lead shot inside before all was said and done.. It does make a nice shot bag, and has a nice look.
Robert
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06-28-2015 06:59 PM #8
More progress on the wagon, got some SPI epoxy sprayed, hopefully this will wet sand out and be ready for BC/CC.
Also got some primer on the sheetmetal for an 01 Dyna
Look Scott, the dent's gone...
Robert
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06-29-2015 08:01 AM #9
Looks great. What is the sanding process between coats, and how many coats do you apply of color and clear? Thanks, Steve." "No matter where you go, there you are!" Steve.
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06-29-2015 01:18 PM #10
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Great work! That epoxy lays down so nice it looks like paint!Ryan
1940 Ford Deluxe Tudor 354 Hemi 46RH Electric Blue w/multi-color flames, Ford 9" Residing in multiple pieces
1968 Corvette Coupe 5.9 Cummins Drag Car 11.43@130mph No stall leaving the line with 1250 rpm's and poor 2.2 60'
1972 Chevy K30 Longhorn P-pumped 24v Compound Turbos 47RH Just another money pit
1971 Camaro RS 5.3 BTR Stage 3 cam, SuperT10
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06-30-2015 09:22 PM #11
Kyle learning the fine art of blocking....
Meanwhile, I was wet sanding the motorcycle parts...
This SPI epoxy sure is nice sanding!
Steve, Kyle started with 180 grit psa on the AFS long board shown, then 400 grit, both dry. Then we'll do 600 wet, mix epoxy as a sealer, then paint..Robert
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07-01-2015 08:43 AM #12
Thanks for the sanding info, not sure what you mean by mix epoxy as a sealer, before color coat?" "No matter where you go, there you are!" Steve.
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07-01-2015 12:11 PM #13
He's using SPI epoxy sealer. This LINK explains it all.Jack
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07-01-2015 12:22 PM #14
Thanks Jack most excellent article!" "No matter where you go, there you are!" Steve.
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07-05-2015 03:48 PM #15
Wet sanded with 600
SPI Epoxy seal coat
Dupont Cromax Black Diamond and clear
Robert
I saw last night on fb about John. The world sure lost a great one. I'm going to miss his humor, advice, and perspective from another portion of the world. Rest in Peace Johnboy.
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