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> BUILD-OFF CHALLENGE: Tygaboy's '75 LS3, It seemed a good idea at the time...
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post Jul 14 2022, 07:12 AM
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That is amazing. I look forward to seeing it on the 20th. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Jul 14 2022, 07:20 AM
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post Jul 14 2022, 07:36 AM
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WOW, well what to say but the fab is "fab"ulous!!!!

curious about the body paint status, I know you want to get it back running asap and get to WCR etc so are you just going to prime in necessary places and then go back latera nd pull it all out to fininsh the outer and inner panel paint? thats going to be a lot of extra work(ask me how i know) .

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post Jul 14 2022, 09:43 AM
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WOW, well what to say but the fab is "fab"ulous!!!!

curious about the body paint status, I know you want to get it back running asap and get to WCR etc so are you just going to prime in necessary places and then go back latera nd pull it all out to fininsh the outer and inner panel paint? thats going to be a lot of extra work(ask me how i know) .

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@DRPHIL914 - Thanks for the kind words. The plan from the get-go was to build, refine, modify, test, repeat until satisfied. Once I'm convinced I'm through making changes (assuming that ever happens (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) ) it'll come all the way apart for paint. More work? Sure. But I seem to have proven I like working on it more than I like driving it!
I do have a buddy that wants to buy the car once it's sorted but before it's painted so it may be headed off to a new owner. We'll see how I feel about it after WCR.
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post Jul 14 2022, 10:24 AM
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Clean clean clean.
Amazing how much work you can get done in such a short time
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post Jul 14 2022, 12:06 PM
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QUOTE(tygaboy @ Jul 14 2022, 11:43 AM) *

QUOTE(DRPHIL914 @ Jul 14 2022, 06:36 AM) *

WOW, well what to say but the fab is "fab"ulous!!!!

curious about the body paint status, I know you want to get it back running asap and get to WCR etc so are you just going to prime in necessary places and then go back latera nd pull it all out to fininsh the outer and inner panel paint? thats going to be a lot of extra work(ask me how i know) .

Phil

@DRPHIL914 - Thanks for the kind words. The plan from the get-go was to build, refine, modify, test, repeat until satisfied. Once I'm convinced I'm through making changes (assuming that ever happens (IMG:style_emoticons/default/av-943.gif) ) it'll come all the way apart for paint. More work? Sure. But I seem to have proven I like working on it more than I like driving it!
I do have a buddy that wants to buy the car once it's sorted but before it's painted so it may be headed off to a new owner. We'll see how I feel about it after WCR.

well i totally get that , in fact i was thinking that maybe you just wanted to leave it with the patina, i mean really i think it makes it a better driver that way, i think i got to the point where its more show than go, in other words too nice to just go and let it rip. but very nice build painted or not!
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post Jul 14 2022, 06:35 PM
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- the reverse detent is REALLY light. Like too light. Like when you move the shift lever to put it in 1st, you have to pay attention that you don't move past the detent.
I'll call CMS tomorrow and see if there's something I can do about it.


I take it the shifter doesn't have a reverse lockout feature?
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post Jul 14 2022, 09:01 PM
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Looking forward to seeing this in person next week!
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post Jul 14 2022, 09:17 PM
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Haven’t tuned in to these pages for a while. Whoa!!
What a creation. That transmission is art. Interior looks awesome Chris.
Engine bay , well , impressive. I can’t imagine how that beast drives.
Enjoy the WCR! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Jul 14 2022, 11:31 PM
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QUOTE(FL000 @ Jul 14 2022, 05:35 PM) *

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- the reverse detent is REALLY light. Like too light. Like when you move the shift lever to put it in 1st, you have to pay attention that you don't move past the detent.
I'll call CMS tomorrow and see if there's something I can do about it.


I take it the shifter doesn't have a reverse lockout feature?

@FL000 No lockout on the shifter. I was on the phone with CMS today and we tried a couple things only to determine that something ain't right. I was told there's no harm in driving it but after WCR, the trans has to come out and head back to CMS.
Yes, it sucks, but as I said to CMS, "Hey, a year from now, it's just another part of the story about building this car...".
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post Jul 15 2022, 06:39 AM
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A positive attitude as always Chris. I am sorry to hear it has to go back to CMS, but glad it is something they will take care of after WCR for you. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Jul 16 2022, 08:10 AM
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A big congratulations Chris. It's been a long road traveled but I know you've enjoyed every inch of the journey. Can't wait to see it move under it's own power next week. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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post Jul 17 2022, 12:54 PM
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With a few more test miles on the car I'm working through with what feels like a never-ending list of "I should...". I spent a good portion of yesterday chasing down and addressing virtually all the last few rattles. This morning, I took it out for another shakedown drive and at this point, I'm ready to say "Wow. What a difference this latest round up updates has made."

- the smaller clutch master means driving it is no longer "leg day". (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
- it's still brutally quick when you want it to be but with the new gearing, it's nowhere near as "busy" to operate. And it's an absolute cruiser on the freeway. 65 mph is now a fairly relaxed 2300 RPM - down about 700 RPM.
- best of all, there are essentially no more rattles!

And I've decided I am going to ventilate the inner fenders. While the car has never overheated, on hot days, say 90 degrees +, days, I'm pretty sure the hood vents would appreciate a little help and maybe that'll cause the fan to run a bit less often. Can't hurt, in any case.

See all you WCR attendees soon! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/driving.gif)
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post Jul 17 2022, 03:35 PM
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Just when you think you're caught up, a newly made friend asks if you can help with some quick fabrication work - if installing an intercooler turns out to be quick! But hey, it's a friend so how could I resist? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
And this one is nice! Merkur turbo 4-cyl engine, T5, live rear axle, cool wheels...


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post Jul 18 2022, 08:00 AM
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Just when you think you're caught up, a newly made friend asks if you can help with some quick fabrication work - if installing an intercooler turns out to be quick! But hey, it's a friend so how could I resist? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
And this one is nice! Merkur turbo 4-cyl engine, T5, live rear axle, cool wheels...

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/drooley.gif) Never seen one with a Merkur motor before-very cool!

Does he have a bunch of XR4Ti's...it seems like everyone who has anything Merkur has a small cadre. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)
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post Jul 19 2022, 11:40 AM
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Getting all prettied-up for WCR. Miller Powder Coating in Rohnert Park came through as promised with an on-time delivery! If you're able to, please use them - great vendor.

And I have to say, getting parts into final finish totally transforms things for me. I've been looking at raw or temp primered parts for years and to see items "finished"... well, I'm loving how it's turning out.

Note I haven't fully set the eyebrows nor added carpet so things will continue to improve from here.


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Looking good Chris!! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smilie_pokal.gif)
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Bitchin! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/beerchug.gif)
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Too cool for school Chris! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/pray.gif)
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@buddyv Robert will be riding with me at WCR and he insisted that "no carpet just won't do!". So he stopped and picked up some floor covering - perfectly colored! Robert took charge and I just sat and watched as he measured and cut. Minutes later and I have a GREAT looking passenger floor!
What a difference... I need to be careful this thing doesn't get too nice to drive! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/laugh.gif)


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