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09-26-2016, 09:56 AM
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Re colors. Anything is possible, but I need to see some photos so that I can show what colors things are supposed to be.
09-26-2016, 09:58 AM
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Ed, Since my brake system is all new, I am choosing to go with Dot 5. I know there are some naysayers to the silicone, but my research showed a lot more "happy customers" using the DOT 5 than cons against it. Do your own research and come to your conclusion, but that is the route I am going. Obviously since it will be a while before mine is on the road, I can't tell you that it works great. Or bad. Have to find someone else for that. But it seems that if ever there was a time to make the switch, now is the prudent time.
09-26-2016, 10:20 AM
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Hi Ed,
I raised the point not knowing if that sort of thing matters to you or not.
Typically there was no black-out on the running gear/suspension components.
Again, what you do with the chassis finishes really depends on what you're expectations are for your car and how you'll use/enjoy it.
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I raised the point not knowing if that sort of thing matters to you or not.
Typically there was no black-out on the running gear/suspension components.
Again, what you do with the chassis finishes really depends on what you're expectations are for your car and how you'll use/enjoy it.
Regards,
Alan
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09-26-2016, 01:43 PM
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I wouldn't want to cover that up! A beauty.
At least, so far, it's two-tone, the dampers are gray, LOL.
Discussed DOT5 vs DOT4, etc. He's had varying luck with DOT5. Will not use it in anything old and British, very suspicious of Ford products, but has had good results in GM products of this vintage. So the plan is DOT5.
At least, so far, it's two-tone, the dampers are gray, LOL.
Discussed DOT5 vs DOT4, etc. He's had varying luck with DOT5. Will not use it in anything old and British, very suspicious of Ford products, but has had good results in GM products of this vintage. So the plan is DOT5.
09-26-2016, 09:26 PM
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If you want to restore to complete originality, I'd suggest getting the NCRS Judging Guide for your car and also the Vette Vues Fact Book of the 1968-1972 Corvette Stingray by M. F. Dobbins, if you can find it. these will tell you pretty much what you need on finishes.
Of course, going natural means they will do just like new cars did back then - they will rust. I think many spray clear to prevent that, but if you go for judging, you have to be careful on the clear so that it isn't detected.
It looks good. Actually, too good, since the new ones didn't look that good.
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09-27-2016, 01:20 PM
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OK, understand. I confess to liking the 'no rust' (or maybe 'not so much rust') aspect. Piggie won't be 'perfect' by NCRS standards when done, but should still be in good shape when finally passed along.
Thank you!
Thank you!
09-27-2016, 09:10 PM
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It's not Friday, but new photos, anyway, as I had to make a visit.
Crank is ready to go.
Pistons in process.
Heads are waiting attention.
Crank is ready to go.
Pistons in process.
Heads are waiting attention.
09-30-2016, 06:09 PM
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Weekly report
What an amazing week! These guys are amazing. The heads are like nothing I've ever seen on a Corvette before, and the body was dropped on today. Beautiful!
I love the color, and the aerodynamics have to be fabulous!
Reality: New guides in heads, lots of parts ordered for the Beauty Parlor project.
I love the color, and the aerodynamics have to be fabulous!
Reality: New guides in heads, lots of parts ordered for the Beauty Parlor project.
10-02-2016, 09:11 AM
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wow, I just tuned in on this thread and read it all the way through. Looks like some great progress is being made, and Ill be keeping up from here on. I'm very jealous that you have a 70 LT-1!
10-02-2016, 10:13 AM
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Rust Prevention
I do not like rust either. I have been using RPM Rust Prevention Magic on bare metal or cast parts. It works very very well. The pats must be rust free when you start. The differential on my 70 was treated 4 years ago and is still rust free. The car lives in a garage that is not humidity or temperature controlled environment.
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10-02-2016, 05:53 PM
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Here's what the XK-120 looked like when it showed up at the Beauty Parlor. (If you missed, there's a recent photo up the thread a ways.) It's further along, now, too, of course.
Now, about humo(u)r. My concept of humo(u)r is clearly too far afield!
10-02-2016, 06:05 PM
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10-05-2016, 12:54 AM
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[QUOTE=Ed Harrow;1593163603]What an amazing week! These guys are amazing. The heads are like nothing I've ever seen on a Corvette before, and the body was dropped on today. Beautiful!
I love the color, and the aerodynamics have to be fabulous!
WOW you really had that top chopped! Never seen such narrow windshield. The door seams are not visible either. Must be for really short drivers though. Some the NCRS guys aren't going to go for it, but hey, if that is what flips your trigger, go for it. Bet that paint job saved you some bucks. That is one of those vinyl wraps isn't it?!
Keep up the good work Ed!
I love the color, and the aerodynamics have to be fabulous!
WOW you really had that top chopped! Never seen such narrow windshield. The door seams are not visible either. Must be for really short drivers though. Some the NCRS guys aren't going to go for it, but hey, if that is what flips your trigger, go for it. Bet that paint job saved you some bucks. That is one of those vinyl wraps isn't it?!
Keep up the good work Ed!
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WOW you really had that top chopped! Never seen such narrow windshield. The door seams are not visible either. Must be for really short drivers though. Some the NCRS guys aren't going to go for it, but hey, if that is what flips your trigger, go for it. Bet that paint job saved you some bucks. That is one of those vinyl wraps isn't it?!
Keep up the good work Ed! 
Going back to the XK-120:
I don't know what happened to the Jag in the background.
10-05-2016, 07:47 PM
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Atleast you didn't have to remove a TREE from the engine bay!
10-08-2016, 04:05 PM
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Friday update. My usual 30-mile bike ride to the Engine Shop and the Beauty Parlor so as to keep us all up to date on progress, such as it is.
Engine block is done.
Heads are done.
Intake manifold is done.
Flywheel is done.
Rocker covers are still open for discussion. Suggestions encouraged.
Next stop, the Beauty Parlor.
Still waiting on brake and fuel lines.
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Engine block is done.
Heads are done.
Intake manifold is done.
Flywheel is done.
Rocker covers are still open for discussion. Suggestions encouraged.
Next stop, the Beauty Parlor.
Still waiting on brake and fuel lines.
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10-08-2016, 04:59 PM
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Hi Ed,
Parts look good!
The work on that Jag is pretty incredible!!
I REALLY think that old designs that were sketched and then done in clay (I'm assuming the Jag was done that way) are actually more beautiful than the computer aided design used today.
I do see the the incredible improvement in panel alignment and fit that's a result of the computer design, but OH THOSE CURVES! So soft and taught, at the same time. Makes you want to slide your fingers over them.
Regards,
Alan
Parts look good!
The work on that Jag is pretty incredible!!
I REALLY think that old designs that were sketched and then done in clay (I'm assuming the Jag was done that way) are actually more beautiful than the computer aided design used today.
I do see the the incredible improvement in panel alignment and fit that's a result of the computer design, but OH THOSE CURVES! So soft and taught, at the same time. Makes you want to slide your fingers over them.
Regards,
Alan