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Royal replied to the topic In want of a windshield in the forum Chevy/Ford Parts Wanted 11 years, 10 months ago
Doug,
Ed is, of course, right that our cars are not all the same. My measurement across the top is 40-1/2″ and 42″ across the bottom – more “square” than Ed’s. My screen is 11″ tall in the center and 12-1/2 on the sides and is shorter than most.Regarding Ed’s 39″ measurement, if you have a top, you may want to pay attention to the top in des… -
edward ericson replied to the topic In want of a windshield in the forum Chevy/Ford Parts Wanted 11 years, 10 months ago
In general, Doug:
Make it a foot high.Make it slightly trapezoidal–that is, the angle of the top bar to the side bars should be a little (not a lot) more than 90 degrees.Make the bottom bar curve the same as the top of the scuttle.On your car, I believe, the scuttle has a molded flat spot on either side to receive the windshield frame. If this… -
doug schmidt replied to the topic In want of a windshield in the forum Chevy/Ford Parts Wanted 11 years, 10 months ago
Thanks Roy, I sent a note and will wait and see. There is a company that manufactures classic car windshield frames in Pa. but they have not responded to my request as of yet. I still am looking for a couple pictures to use as a guide since I don’t quite know the dimensions of the frame or what it is suposed to look like.
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Bill Gould replied to the topic Meguiars BOAT WAX in the forum General Discussion 11 years, 10 months ago
You’re a shining example for us all, Randy!
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edward ericson replied to the topic Soob swap in the forum VW Based Kits 11 years, 10 months ago
And, here’s my whole day in two pictures. The very abridged version.
Was hoping to get the transaxle out as well. Took all day getting out the engine trying to follow the Muir book procedures. They really don’t work in Bridget.But, as you see. It’d done. Now I know how to do it.Probably will take all day tomorrow getting the trans out. Trying to… -
edward ericson replied to the topic Meguiars BOAT WAX in the forum General Discussion 11 years, 10 months ago
Well done, sir!
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billnparts replied to the topic Meguiars BOAT WAX in the forum General Discussion 11 years, 10 months ago
Randy, it’s beautiful. Nice job.
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Smithgall replied to the topic body fit in the forum VW Based Kits 11 years, 10 months ago
Guys thanks so much for the input. I am going to just add some bumper spacers to the engine cover and let that be the simple fix. Its not the best but I don’t treat the car as a show car so a few imperfections aren’t going to kill me. Its simpler than sourcing a new alternator or going back to a generator simply for space. I’m still having some…[Read more]
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Smithgall replied to the topic body fit in the forum VW Based Kits 11 years, 10 months ago
Guys thanks so much for the input. I am going to just add some bumper spacers to the engine cover and let that be the simple fix. Its not the best but I don’t treat the car as a show car so a few imperfections aren’t going to kill me. Its simpler than sourcing a new alternator or going back to a generator simply for space. I’m still having some…[Read more]
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Montie Henderson replied to the topic Meguiars BOAT WAX in the forum General Discussion 11 years, 10 months ago
Wow! she looks great. I may have to break down and buy some too. I’ll have lots of time on my hands, I’ve decided to retire soon.
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greg press replied to the topic warm in the forum General Discussion 11 years, 10 months ago
I’m with you . Today 11/16 60 degrees going out for a ride not to bad for western new York.
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Mike Poinsett replied to the topic We're gaining on it. in the forum VW Based Kits 11 years, 10 months ago
Thanks for the tip….I’ll definitely jot that down under “Important Things To Ponder”.
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Gabor Kesseru replied to the topic We're gaining on it. in the forum VW Based Kits 11 years, 10 months ago
Consider usding the method they use for speaker enclosures on the Overhaulin TV show. Cover the frame tubes with plastic or masking tape. Get some stretchable fabric and stretch that over your frame, then impregnate that with resin. Once it sets, then you can build up the glass cloth to add strength. The tell us if it works…..
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Paul Mossberg replied to the topic We're gaining on it. in the forum VW Based Kits 11 years, 10 months ago
Really looking forward to seeing your roof project Mike!Good luck!
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edward ericson replied to the topic We're gaining on it. in the forum VW Based Kits 11 years, 10 months ago
I gotta say, Mike…I like your attitude!
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Mike Poinsett replied to the topic We're gaining on it. in the forum VW Based Kits 11 years, 10 months ago
Well, after adjusting my shifter plate, I got the old girl so she will change gears correctly, so all is right with the world. Now on to the next project….gonna build a fiberglass top. After making some sketches on toilet paper while lounging in the library, I think I have come up with a workable plan that should be pretty easy. (where have I…[Read more]
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newkitman replied to the topic warm in the forum General Discussion 11 years, 10 months ago
Nice photo. Um…who’s that driving?
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newkitman replied to the topic Turn Signal Indicator Wiring Question in the forum VW Based Kits 11 years, 10 months ago
Sounds like a good plan. I’ll pick up a couple of splitters on the way hom from work. Thanks Bill and Nobody!
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Derek replied to the topic Turn Signal Indicator Wiring Question in the forum VW Based Kits 11 years, 10 months ago
I did what Bill said. Put a splitter on both L&R wires before they went through the firewall and ran one to the indicator one to the blinkers.
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edward ericson replied to the topic Update: New Dash! in the forum My Project 11 years, 10 months ago
Roy, it’s holding fine. It’s made to go around fenders and stuff, so I don’t expect a problem.As for the glovebox build, just search my blog for “glovebox” and it should pop up. The hinges and ball catch (as well as the beading around the glovebox door and the underside of the dash itself) are original TD stuff I scavenged from a used dashboard I…[Read more]
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