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> BUILD-OFF CHALLENGE: Tygaboy's '75 LS3, It seemed a good idea at the time...
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post Jun 9 2022, 09:33 AM
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...how I mustard the hot dogs while attending a Dodger game, can't help it (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)



@Maltese Falcon Impressive, Marty. Can you do that up side down while laying on your back?
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post Jun 13 2022, 07:21 PM
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QUOTE(Maltese Falcon @ Jun 8 2022, 06:35 PM) *

...how I mustard the hot dogs while attending a Dodger game, can't help it (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)



@Maltese Falcon Impressive, Marty. Can you do that up side down while laying on your back?


I did try that only Once, and I have the burn scar (through the workshirt) on my left bicep. Happened in 1989 while reinforcement/ roll cage fabrication on the black flat fan car. It's my dueling scar (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
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post Jun 14 2022, 11:35 AM
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As long as we're this far off track:
My E9 made the "cover" of next month's BCR event announcement email!

What about the 914? The trans is awaiting a back-ordered shim needed for the ring & pinion set up. It was the only size CMS didn't have in stock. Of course it was...! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/sad.gif)


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post Jun 20 2022, 05:07 PM
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Actual 914 stuff: Prepping the engine bay for seam sealer and some primer.
Can I just say that I like fab work far more than paint prep... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/dry.gif)
That said, I can't wait to see things all tidied up and in a single color.


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post Jun 20 2022, 10:38 PM
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Paint prep is the worst. It feels as if it will never end. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Jun 22 2022, 09:03 AM
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More fiddly stuff: With the reverse opening flip trunk set up, I didn't need any of the stock hinge mounting brackets - so out they came. It's getting pretty tidy in here!

And those little blocks you see? Those are my patent pending "914 Flip Trunk, Front Edge Positioning Pads". (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif) They're Delrin.
I made up a couple brackets that mount to the standard hinge mount locations on the trunk lid. Those bracket are held down by the pads on engine lid side panels. And since they extend under that area, a bit beyond the pads, they also serve as safety catches.

That 2nd pic is of the initial, way too complicated version of the brackets. I didn't get a pic of the final version, but you get the idea.

The underside of the lid is then held up by the pad in the seal channel. I sized the pads to work in concert to position the front edge of the lid, with the smallest bit of interference, this to ensure no rattles.
Yep, just more little stuff that took forever to figure out. But it works like a charm!


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post Jun 22 2022, 09:44 AM
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Your car is definitely going to WCR! Yay! Congratulations on the BCR cover photo- very neat. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Jun 22 2022, 02:30 PM
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For those who may care, these are the final version rear lid latch/catch parts, just back from powder coat. A nice 1/2 gloss, sorta matte finish. I like the look! And as you can see, far simpler and lighter. A "less is more" example.


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post Jun 22 2022, 03:29 PM
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Speaking of finishes, here are a few other pieces I had done.
- battery tray/fuse mount
- passenger foot rest/electronics guard
- trans mount: this started out as a Renegade kit part but was modified to account for the elimination of the factory transmission mount in favor of a custom cross bar/suspension tower brace.

I have to say, it's satisfying to see all these bits I've made get all prettied up. Almost looks like I knew what I wanted! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)


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Wow those look awesome, you have mad skills.
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Can't wait to see it all assembled with color, powder coating, plating, etc. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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Those parts look really great with some color finish on them. Brings out the little details!
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post Jun 22 2022, 07:53 PM
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Like most of the stuff you have done to the car - a work of art (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif)
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Speaking of finishes, here are a few other pieces I had done.
- battery tray/fuse mount
- passenger foot rest/electronics guard
- trans mount: this started out as a Renegade kit part but was modified to account for the elimination of the factory transmission mount in favor of a custom cross bar/suspension tower brace.

I have to say, it's satisfying to see all these bits I've made get all prettied up. Almost looks like I knew what I wanted! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)

That trans mount is one hell of a piece!
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post Jun 22 2022, 11:06 PM
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WOW! Those parts look amazing!
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Thanks for the nice compliments on the powder coated parts.
But what the heck is this? Well, I was trying to get to know the sprayable seam sealer gun ahead of taking it to my car.
With a quick turn of a knob, it sprays a wide "sound deadener" pattern to the other, narrower looks you see here.
Wish me luck, I'm going in... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)


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In typical fashion, what seems easy while you're practicing on nice flat surfaces with complete access ends up being a bit more challenging to pull off on the car.
But here's how it turned out.
I think once it's top coated, it'll be fine but I may try spraying another, very light layer of sealer to see if I can close up those little holes.

I plan to prime then paint, or perhaps, since my entire engine bay/trunk area is exposed to the elements, shoot Wurth Stone Guard over all the sheet metal. Still thinking about that.


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Wish me luck, I'm going in... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)


Curious what the SEM gun manual recommends for cleaning

I bought my Wurth gun used so no documentation. I know it is recommended to leave sealer loaded in the gun between sessions. That works great for many months between uses. No problems there.

However, I’m packing up all my tools for extended storage (1-2 years) and don’t feel comfortable leaving sealer in it that long. Last night I cleaned the gun - what a nightmare. Lacquer thinner really didn’t touch the sealer. 3M spray gun cleaner - slightly better but doesn’t really dissolve the sealer. Ugh!

I finally got it clean after complete disassembly, sacrificed a couple round bristle brushes, and lots of patience just picking the stuff out of threads with a pick! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif)
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Wish me luck, I'm going in... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/unsure.gif)


Curious what the SEM gun manual recommends for cleaning

I bought my Wurth gun used so no documentation. I know it is recommended to leave sealer loaded in the gun between sessions. That works great for many months between uses. No problems there.

However, I’m packing up all my tools for extended storage (1-2 years) and don’t feel comfortable leaving sealer in it that long. Last night I cleaned the gun - what a nightmare. Lacquer thinner really didn’t touch the sealer. 3M spray gun cleaner - slightly better but doesn’t really dissolve the sealer. Ugh!

I finally got it clean after complete disassembly, sacrificed a couple round bristle brushes, and lots of patience just picking the stuff out of threads with a pick! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif)


SEM offers this cleaner:
https://www.semproducts.com/product/sprayab...cleaner/cleaner
But you do have to disassemble the gun.
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It's looking great.
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