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GaroldShaffer
post Mar 16 2012, 05:53 PM
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Picked up my car from Brad Mayeur after he & Michael complete a few (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wacko.gif) much needed repairs. Once I got home took him for nice 45 min drive. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/aktion035.gif)
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post Mar 16 2012, 08:32 PM
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Had to slightly modify the choke port plugs again (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) ... Adjusted float levels, reassembled and reinstalled the carbs with new top and base gaskets.

Cranked to check for oil pressure, connected coil wire and started the car. Ran at 2500 rpm for several minutes, then checked plugs. Too lean. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif) ...Increased main jets to 140. Ran again. Increased mains to 145 ... and it's still running lean (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)

Engine is a brand new 2056, snotty (RABY 9580) cam, 9:1cr, 40 IDFs with 28mm venturis, 50 idle jets, I believe F11 emulsions, and I don't remember if the ac jets are 180, or 190 (I'll have to look again) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)

Looks like we're going to try 155 or 160 mains and possibly upping idle jets to 60 (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

Readjusted the driver's side headlight, installed the front valance and horn grilles with all new s/s hardware, also installed a new passenger side window squeegee and new window end caps. (Feels good to get all the little parts installed that were missing when we acquired this car) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/mad.gif)


Still have a few remaining tasks to do, but I'm done for the day ...
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post Mar 16 2012, 09:17 PM
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Got my 75 1.8 out of storage today. It started on the first crank after 4 1/2 months in storage here in Minnesota. Took a members suggestion and used foil tape on the inside of the rear trunk light to get the most of the lighting there-worked great. Put in non-oxygenated fuel for it's first refill in months.
Tomorrow transmission fluid change.
Ordered new white vinyl seat covers from AA (my car is original Malaga Red/White interior).
Gotta love 76 degrees in Minneapolis on March 16th!
Monday goes in to find and fix an exhaust leak. Then I'll be enjoying all summer!
Oh and then there's new speakers to put in, new fuel lines, repaint the original battery tray....and have to check out how to install the intermittent wiper relay...
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post Mar 16 2012, 09:46 PM
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Put these on at lunch today!
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Does Paul still sell the gauge ring sets? I sent him a PM, but haven't received a reply yet (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Mar 16 2012, 09:51 PM
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QUOTE(Philip W. @ Feb 22 2012, 10:56 AM) *
Put these on at lunch today!
From our world member, spunone!

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Does Paul still sell the gauge ring sets? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Mar 16 2012, 10:53 PM
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Today I dropped the engine / transaxle assembly from my daily driver to further investigate a front engine oil leak. At this point I can not tell if it is the oil pump, oil cooler seals or the front main seal. The push rod seals and the valve covers look good (dry). Further inspection will find the culprit I am sure....I really needed to replace the engine bay seals and clean up the engine bay area anyway so this seems like a good time to do a little of that (while I'm in there) stuff...........Jerry
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post Mar 17 2012, 09:41 AM
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Well, this was actually yesterday but...

Got headed into work with the top down and the car gets running rough, so I go to one auto parts store I haven't tried yet and they have a condensor for me, then to impart for the points. I head to the crematory which is closer than the main office and run out of gas coming down the street, I was so worried about getting the car fixed I forgot to stop for gas, but I thought I had enough, not. So, I replace the points and condensor, set the timing fill it up with gas and it's all good. I go home for lunch and my emergency brake handle gets stuck in the up position, so I disconnect the handle for the time being. I finish things up at the crematory and head to Atlanta, thinking I can finally enjoy the nice day with the top off. I get stuck in traffic because of obama coming through town, then get rained on once I get moving, atleast I had my umbrella hat!

All in all, a fun teener day!
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post Mar 17 2012, 10:40 AM
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Tank Refresh.


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post Mar 17 2012, 10:41 AM
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post Mar 17 2012, 10:42 AM
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Moved the fuel pump to the front trunk & made some steel lines


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post Mar 17 2012, 10:43 AM
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post Mar 17 2012, 02:34 PM
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Fuel tank looks good, Travis.

Do you use the OEM spare tire cover (lid)? Looks like you might need to cut a small section out where you installed the pump (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)
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post Mar 17 2012, 02:41 PM
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QUOTE(euro911 @ Mar 16 2012, 11:46 PM) *

QUOTE(Philip W. @ Feb 22 2012, 10:56 AM) *
Put these on at lunch today!
From our world member, spunone!
Does Paul still sell the gauge ring sets? I sent him a PM, but haven't received a reply yet (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

Yes I believe so. I just bought them last month....




And. ,........ today I ran new tubes foe my window washer fluid. And the left one shoots right over the car! Have to fix that next....
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QUOTE(euro911 @ Mar 16 2012, 11:46 PM) *

QUOTE(Philip W. @ Feb 22 2012, 10:56 AM) *
Put these on at lunch today!
From our world member, spunone!
Does Paul still sell the gauge ring sets? I sent him a PM, but haven't received a reply yet (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

Yes I believe so. I just bought them last month....




And. ,........ today I ran new tubes foe my window washer fluid. And the left one shoots right over the car! Have to fix that next....
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post Mar 17 2012, 03:15 PM
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I washed my 76..
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QUOTE(euro911 @ Mar 17 2012, 01:34 PM) *

Fuel tank looks good, Travis.

Do you use the OEM spare tire cover (lid)? Looks like you might need to cut a small section out where you installed the pump (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)



Thanks! The tire board should be fine, if not I'll (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sawzall-smiley.gif)
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post Mar 17 2012, 03:46 PM
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I upgraded to the modern JWest fuse panel. Nice product! I have one broken spade connector to replace on the harness.

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post Mar 17 2012, 03:48 PM
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Re-keyed my '73's doors and rear trunk to match ignition. May do the glove box & front trunk release when I get bored. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) Thanks to MarkB for a great thread (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Mar 17 2012, 04:00 PM
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I upgraded to the modern JWest fuse panel. Nice product! I have one broken spade connector to replace on the harness.

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From the pix, that looks looks a pretty scary project (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)

How long did it take you to do the conversion? ... I'm planning on a similar conversion, but using Engman's kit.
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