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post Aug 2 2014, 08:14 PM
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More done on the '73 restoration- checking 12V power to starter- all ok and engine turned over and made oil pressure for the first time in over 3 years! Installing relays in the headlight wiring for stronger H4 lamps- power to the high beam circuits... and fog lights work. SLOWLY coming back to life.
Only issue this weekend- stripped exhaust stud needs to be replaced- wish I'd found that when rebuilding engine (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif) Driver side header went on fine- a little "delay" on the pass side...
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post Aug 2 2014, 08:40 PM
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Had the paint color matched with a digital camera and a spray bomb can made for $25.00. The match is very close. Touched up and blended a black spot on the door. I am happy with the results... a five foot fake out for a driver not bad.... finally buffed the rest of the car and it looks great for a 25 year old repaint.
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post Aug 3 2014, 05:59 AM
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Installed a long overdue catch can from the oil tank. Previously, there was just a little filter on the vent connection which would end up dripping oil all over the inside of the engine compartment after a drive. Been driving me crazy for years....

Now I can clean up the engine compartment for good!

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post Aug 3 2014, 12:05 PM
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Put some bling on the car (imperfectly since I was impatient - ah well, I learn … slowly). Added some bling to the garage - one thing on the car, three things on the garage walls. Those who've been to my house (Joe O'Brien's old place) might notice the two new-old things on the wall, and the one truly new thing. EDIT: well I guess there are only three things total on the walls in this pic, so what the hell … give-away. Who cares, it's bling.
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post Aug 3 2014, 12:22 PM
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Looks good, Jon. It really stands out from the black background (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Aug 3 2014, 01:57 PM
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Yeah thanks Mark! It's a great piece I'm very happy with it! B) If one were to look closely there are a few imperfections due to my amateurish install skills but eh... Adds character. That's my story and I'm sticking to it. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/lol3.gif) I am considering cutting down the length of my pipes, though. Just too long.
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post Aug 3 2014, 03:26 PM
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QUOTE(Madswede @ Aug 3 2014, 12:57 PM) *
... I am considering cutting down the length of my pipes, though. Just too long.
Check with Joe to see if shortening them will affect your jetting? Probably won't make much difference if you don't cut them too short.

Hey, my "White Mans Moccasins" T-shirt is wearing thin. I bought it at the Albeqwirky Airport gift shop. Next time you get down there, can you see if they have one in 'LARGE' for me (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)

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post Aug 5 2014, 12:22 PM
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QUOTE(Madswede @ Aug 3 2014, 12:57 PM) *
... I am considering cutting down the length of my pipes, though. Just too long.
Check with Joe to see if shortening them will affect your jetting? Probably won't make much difference if you don't cut them too short.

I have digital fuel injection, so I don't think the exhaust pipes off the muffler make a difference - maybe in sound, but with those ITBs I'm already used to intake sound at WOT drowning out all conscious thought. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sunglasses.gif)

The exhaust pipes just stick out too far and I'm getting tired of banging into them with my shins (part of the reason) and they look a little odd (most of the reason).

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Hey, my "White Mans Moccasins" T-shirt is wearing thin. I bought it at the Albeqwirky Airport gift shop. Next time you get down there, can you see if they have one in 'LARGE' for me (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif)

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post Aug 6 2014, 05:00 PM
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Drove the heck out of it from Capitola to Los Gatos with the kids. Only got stuck behind one car from Capitola to Summit Rd and car free from Summit Rd to Lexington. Car is running great right now. ( yes, I did just knock on wood). (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)


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post Aug 6 2014, 05:53 PM
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Finished up the rear sway bar installation, pretty straight forward. The nylon bushings were a bit prickly getting into the drop links but that was about it. A big thanks to Paul (914itis) for lending the welder (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)

I'll go back out after dinner and hang the banana. My daughter made BLTs with local tomatoes and some corn on the side. Gotta love summer... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Aug 9 2014, 12:52 PM
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Checked timing and went (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif) !!
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post Aug 9 2014, 01:23 PM
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I installed a new water pump!!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/piratenanner.gif)
This thing is almost silent and 55gpm...

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post Aug 9 2014, 02:59 PM
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Put in a new windshield (3 days ago) and last night displayed it at the Fallbrook car show:
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post Aug 9 2014, 08:40 PM
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Today, I cleaned the crap out of the car and reassembled the interior. I test fitted my new umbrella cover and took it out for a nice long drive.
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post Aug 10 2014, 02:22 AM
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Saturday, sold the 5-lug F&R suspension components (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)

Some might say I was asking way too much for these parts (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

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Also, treated some surface rust in the 'BB's battery tray and sprayed with 'Rust Reformer' ...

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... will install the new Interstate battery on Sunday morning, wash the car and take her for a long overdue drive (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)



UPDATE:

Sunday, was going to drive it out to the Chino Hills Pizza Company for lunch, but misplaced my key (IMG:style_emoticons/default/confused24.gif)

So I took the Tacoma, and the clutch gave up the ghost about half way home (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif)

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post Aug 10 2014, 06:47 PM
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Took the wife for a drive.... it was very relaxing!!1
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post Aug 10 2014, 06:55 PM
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post Aug 10 2014, 08:03 PM
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Finally got around to installing the third brake light on the engine grill after having it sitting in the garage for the last three months!
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post Aug 10 2014, 09:41 PM
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Finally got around to installing the third brake light on the engine grill after having it sitting in the garage for the last three months!

Pictures PLEEZE!!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/popcorn[1].gif)
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post Aug 11 2014, 01:06 AM
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Today I started fixing the surface rust in the trunk. Sanded it down, then treated the bare metal with a rust conversion coating just to add a layer of protection. Now I need to wait 3 days before I can prime and paint.

Also, painted the seat adjustment handles. Some of the black paint was chipped.

Then, drove down the coast for a couple hours.
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