https://tdreplica.com/members/dougsgarage/activity/ Activity feed for doug schmidt. Sat, 02 May 2026 04:12:17 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 4cd8cd561345cd6f64c0877fc4540bb5 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/beatrix-is-titled-and-registered-at-last-in-nj/#post-265867 Mon, 19 Oct 2015 20:27:48 -0400 Great to hear. I know the feeling. I was the final after a string of ‘quiters’. Had to sneak a couple short test drives while waiting 5 months for title. Did you have a title to start ? Vicki got titled as a ’52 MG TD with no emission necessary either. It’s a Chevette power plant. It would be great to see some photos of your work on the roads…[Read more]

]]> 738b95e93b2bde7a7868e687340b27d0 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/banjo-type-steering-wheels/page/2/#post-265331 Sat, 17 Oct 2015 21:31:36 -0400 SteveIf you get the urge to go Banjo let me know. I can give you lots of tips on adapting something (with a little work though). Mine is Chevy stock however. I am not that versed on VW components.

]]> 3cb9957c2c4fe6275c991a9ab32c4e66 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/undocumented-or-illegal/#post-263568 Sat, 17 Oct 2015 21:23:29 -0400 If, by any chance, you should decide to ever sell your creation you may need a title. I bought the pieces to mine from a fellow in Illinois who gave up after starting 20 % of the job. I know now never proceed without the proper docs. I think it could be bought from someone out of state like I did, (unless you plan on keeping it to the end). Good…[Read more]

]]> 441384e8a1fc307ffe5d8c4324d554f0 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/banjo-type-steering-wheels/#post-265324 Fri, 16 Oct 2015 22:53:42 -0400 Took the time while waiting for a title to build a banjo steering wheel so I could see the gauges. Found a 16 inch banjo on e-bay for 50$. Found out it came of a Harvester tractor circa 1960. A little grinding and filling and viola’..I can read the dash, not that it will keep me from speeding.

]]> 567e05f02e15f9b4a60b3980d7702e9f https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/undocumented-or-illegal/#post-263563 Fri, 16 Oct 2015 22:35:25 -0400 It finally happened..Got amnesty for Vicki. She is now a legal resident. Title came after 5 months . Had to put a lien sale on it to obtain REAL ownership. Nevada DMV gave me registration and full citizenship. Course I had to pay the fine (60$ fee) and she has to learn to drive American. She will not need to have her tailpipe probed (smoged) due…[Read more]

]]> b4decdb4421e2e72de2fb7f939268bbb https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/banjo-type-steering-wheels/#post-265316 Wed, 12 Aug 2015 19:10:09 -0400 That’s a beautiful look John. Is it a 15 inch wheel ? Fortunately you have a VW based TDr . Mine is a GM steering column. I take it adapting it was straight forward?

]]> a17a98f4824bb768e2f28eda1076931d https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/banjo-type-steering-wheels/#post-265314 Wed, 12 Aug 2015 10:53:21 -0400 There seems to be plenty of room above my knees for a 15-16 inch wheel but the dish factor is an important consideration. Don’t want to have the wheel in my chest. I went through an adjustment to the steering shaft length when I first built this. Would really like to take that Chevette cover and turn signal assembly and turn it into a more compact…[Read more]

]]> 0cbb9056b95818de105f62da73a0891d https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/banjo-type-steering-wheels/#post-265306 Tue, 11 Aug 2015 10:51:58 -0400 Thanks,Your right, that is pricy . Will have to get the wife to put in some overtime. It shows a 15.5 diameter but that should work. Thanks again. Will post progress.

]]> 399f42670853ba78d1536bf25a29ebd6 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/banjo-type-steering-wheels/#post-265304 Mon, 10 Aug 2015 21:05:14 -0400 It’s a good thought, to just raise the steering column. I my case that’s a difficult chore. The cowl about the steering shaft is butted up against the dash where I already cut some out. That was a job getting it cut clean. They call me a wood butcher. Would rather have a go building an adapter for a better looking wheel.I wonder if they make…[Read more]

]]> 4a7726ffe72a0162940146df75620368 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/banjo-type-steering-wheels/#post-265303 Mon, 10 Aug 2015 10:52:25 -0400 If there is a Bluemels replacement wheel, do you have any reference for the model or number ? I would like to check it out for looks. You say it bolted up like your Grant. I have a Grant now and it is too small in diameter . The banjo picture shown in the first post is just what I was able to find online. It fits 68 MGBs and would be tough to…[Read more]

]]> 5ac21e821d827c61923eb3612d7cb14d https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/steering-wheel-and-adapter-kit/#post-264843 Wed, 17 Jun 2015 21:08:26 -0400 The slim look of the steering shaft is definitely better. Just one question, where did you put the t/signal switch ?

]]> b8cf9cc1df830bdb6c6e5a97b0920262 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/steering-wheel-and-adapter-kit/#post-264838 Mon, 15 Jun 2015 09:36:05 -0400 I also have a Chevette based kit. The Grant 14 inch wheel pictured is the same one I use. It’s screw holes line up pretty well with the hub from the Chevette. No adapter necessary. Can’t remember if I ordered it to fit or it is universal. However, I am looking for a 15 inch maybe a little more like the banjo types I have seen on originals. The 14…[Read more]

]]> 038c225d9a9a5dce3c0cdd135c070fc0 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/odometer-2/#post-264260 Mon, 04 May 2015 23:11:21 -0400 Great job with the faceplate. You know the odometer will still read kph however

]]> 5de1603309ee02e9f1c32b86861eba8c https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/ground-points/#post-264268 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 19:05:07 -0400 I put ground straps everywhere. Can you have too many when there is rust at work under every car ?

]]> 65a91b4ca0aa366d8b6c331683d3cacf https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/odometer-2/#post-264249 Sun, 26 Apr 2015 19:02:35 -0400 It is a little time consuming removing the chrome surround ring. The good part is when remounted the wrinkled backside of the ring is not noticeable. Take you time to gently curl backside of the ring and it will curl back more smoothly. I never thought the tach or speedo were supposed to be right or left mounted. Any other reasons for this ? Maybe…[Read more]

]]> 1203283a7801c6fd74bc3ec6da8c66d0 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/odometer-2/#post-264247 Sat, 25 Apr 2015 18:59:59 -0400 Changed the faceplate on the speedometer with a photo – shopped one.Although the odo reads in kph the gauge is reading mph.

]]> c1711b7c8de64d0660fdc836802978f1 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/odometer-2/#post-264245 Fri, 24 Apr 2015 23:55:20 -0400 Paint program final print of faceplate

]]> c4d06ff294d5c78510f5c6336e5bdebd https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/odometer-2/#post-264244 Fri, 24 Apr 2015 23:22:24 -0400 Had the same issues with my speedo. The outer (large numerals ) are in kph. Inner small ones were mph. After much thinking came up with a novel approach to solving this. As the saying goes, don’t raise the bridge, lower the river. To get the speedo to display mph without going through thee trouble of rebuilding the speedo head, I simply…[Read more]

]]> 1bea89ec8fc3ca8da8cfeb6c25dece80 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/page/3/#post-261523 Sat, 11 Apr 2015 16:03:57 -0400 Looks good ..Nice job. Should have a lot of call for these.

]]> 5a8d9179b111bb090cbf3a467724f663 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fender-braces-i-aint-got-none/page/2/#post-263964 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:19:49 -0400 I still like the added support, and besides, it does make a good place to attach turn signal lamp wires so they are not flopping around under the fender.]

]]> 97eb19cf917d44f8b0cbdb9b7b7a0677 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/hood-length-on-ford-cmc/#post-263931 Wed, 01 Apr 2015 20:57:49 -0400 I am glad this topic came up. The PO who had mine trimmed the hood and side panels wrong and uneven. It took three months of head scratching and trial fitting to get both left and right sides even and level. Almost my break point. The fender heights are within 1/2 inch of each other. The hood took at least 5 or 6 trimmings to match up to the…[Read more]

]]> 702fcf5dc10c8b22c0e6603b07d4f615 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fender-braces-i-aint-got-none/#post-263957 Wed, 01 Apr 2015 20:33:28 -0400 Braces sounded like a good idea to me in case some @3$!!* leans on the fender. It was easy to bend a tubular piece of steel and mount one end under the outer lower head light support were it attaches to the fender. The other end reaches down to the frame right about where the top of the front shock mounts . I got the idea from pictures of…[Read more]

]]> e99b3d3d7021706f12eeef6df6976574 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/wiring-connectors-for-these/#post-263624 Tue, 10 Mar 2015 10:46:26 -0400 Just put my park lights on a few weeks ago. Just the same. I found it best to slide the striped wire end between the two ‘duck bills’ and crimp. The serrations you see on the inside of the flange holds the bare wire and for good measure add a touch of solder.

]]> ae060708da873d94ac9f3b03fc3f261b https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/undocumented-or-illegal/#post-263562 Thu, 05 Mar 2015 22:26:56 -0500 Thanks for the ideas. I will try all the avenues. Some one suggested having a mechanics lien put on it as though it were left at the shop with a big rebuild bill. That way ,regardless of past ownership issues, the state grants a lien title to the shop to cover expenses. With no one to object to the bill the state would issue a new title and avoid…[Read more]

]]> c8a47c40f670287fa04302475947c360 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/undocumented-or-illegal/#post-263556 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 22:33:30 -0500 I’m going back with the bill of sale and form 64 (after I cool off). Don’t want to go postal in the DMV. Hopefully can find a willing ear. I shouldn’t think this is unsolvable. It must happen sometimes.

]]> a552f3445a647dfb4b9425c9522a0767 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/undocumented-or-illegal/#post-263554 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 22:25:02 -0500 Got DMV form 64Part II. Got it filled out. I am a DMV authorized Repair Garage. Got my licence on the wall, paid my fees. I think I will have to get in some ones face !

]]> 34a90868eb821af60e1f9f64033975b8 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/undocumented-or-illegal/#post-263552 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 22:18:54 -0500 Also I have pictures of the build along the way from fame up to body install which were given to DMV. They say that does not prove the original frame was owned by the seller when he sold it to me. They are playing CYA for any theft that could have occurred.

]]> 0fbbc86ee7e471de3ea7f68b38cc2ec5 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/undocumented-or-illegal/#post-263551 Wed, 04 Mar 2015 22:14:57 -0500 Tried to tell them it was built from scratch and they say the frame portion of any street vehicle must be manufactured and invoiced from a company. Does anyone know what a C.of O. from any kit supplier even looks like ? Somebody must have run into this situation before.

]]> 773050ec02eb3bd51b1ee078c4d265cd https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-third-brake-light/#post-263429 Sun, 01 Mar 2015 14:00:57 -0500 Thanks, it was quite a learning experience. Whoever said instructions help but each car is it’s own journey was dead on. I’ve got lots of suggestions for folks stuck for a answer to a fix.

]]> 6085a1b1c7a7905b544c81ea65b52ed9 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-third-brake-light/#post-263426 Sun, 01 Mar 2015 10:34:25 -0500 Thanks for the compliment , I have to give credit to the paint shop. I just use bondo to fill major holes and gouges. I modified the windshield support post by cutting off the ‘horns’ on the cowl and molding rounded surfaces that conform to the stanchion from an original TD. For areas that needed strength I use glass and resin. I figured it would…[Read more]

]]> 6f1f19d1bf94851d9f6e5b57286c33aa https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/new-third-brake-light/#post-263424 Sat, 28 Feb 2015 22:46:10 -0500 Looks great, can you post a link to where you found it ? I’m getting ready to tow my project to the Nevada DMV to obtain a title and registration. Finally ! Two long years and lots of work. Would not like some distracted texting driver to rear end it. Images of ‘Vicki’ before and after. Nevada DMV folks seem to be very gracious in creating a new…[Read more]

]]> e6b709d8107f8127f57d61c29c61d962 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/member-photo-gallery/#post-249385 Wed, 05 Nov 2014 10:36:42 -0500 Looks like it would work for me.. Any new idea will always take some effort to adjust to. Thank you for taking the initiative.

]]> baa92e41bdd86da11508153465b9d608 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/page/2/#post-261498 Sat, 04 Oct 2014 10:29:08 -0400 I was confused at fist also about the terminology. I always thought they were called stanchions but the everyone referred to them as cowl brackets. Maybe because the replica is more an artificial stanchion. This was my cowl before the surgery.

]]> a093d029c15e5825a72106ff59548cdf https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/page/2/#post-261493 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 20:35:47 -0400 Tried to make a plaster two part mold of fiberfab cowl brackets. Not as easy as it sounds. Having failed at two attempts (the mold broke) I have resigned and passed the brackets on to a needy soul. The adaption of original brackets was easier than mold making however. A little grinding and bondo fill was all it needed. Moss Motors supplied the…[Read more]

]]> 101565e5b7c5d7b3be6aa91535c518e0 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/#post-261488 Fri, 26 Sep 2014 19:50:21 -0400 Cowl brackets from a fiberfab Chevette kit. Email me if you are still in need

]]> 644ec682c17c8fe9219524d69986cfcf https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/#post-261479 Wed, 24 Sep 2014 10:39:52 -0400 Dave..I have a pair of brackets from my Chevette based fiberfab kit. I am trying to use 2 original brakets, or I think they call them windshield stations, left over. They look similar to your photo. I shall rummage about and locate them.

]]> f738075ea015c56b61452a47f4f3ee1b https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/pedals-and-firewall-wiring/#post-260424 Wed, 21 May 2014 00:20:26 -0400 I have a chevette based kit and , Yes the space is quite inadequate. I will post a photo soon. A lot of bending and creative placement to make it work. Especially if you have a clutch pedal to fit.

]]> c0a4b5a9899936ba451b4fb7ff6277ea https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/trouble-with-car-list-pictures/#post-260016 Sun, 16 Mar 2014 10:13:15 -0400 yes, I get an error message also when trying to click on others photos. Was going to post a pic of the half done build I am working on but decided to wait.

]]> bf87aa9a53a61311a0e1f0d7204c4ce5 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/in-want-of-a-windshield/#post-258757 Sat, 30 Nov 2013 10:58:49 -0500 I kind of thought some body mods would be required. But I really thought the effect was worth the effort. I order to fold the windshld down the side rail brackets with the studs and hardware must be fit to the frame also. Still looking for those puppies.

]]> af7e96e12c69fd2fb8387feabeb0e37b https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/parts-stuff/#post-258377 Fri, 29 Nov 2013 12:46:18 -0500 Jim-for the w/shield check out NCIndustries in Pa. at windshieldframes.com. or check my post from nov.29 under parts wanted for chevy based kits. I am chasing down parts for my windshield also.

]]> c072fe622e02b9cf1819fb3092253b3f https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/in-want-of-a-windshield/#post-258755 Fri, 29 Nov 2013 12:31:57 -0500 The windshield maker in Pa. called NCIndustries “windshieldframes.com” was nice rnough to send a sheet of cross-sectional frame pictures and some samples of material. Bob Petruschak is the contact and very helpful. The diamensions you supplied will help. After i review the samples we’ll see if we can reconstruct a new windshield. Found a pair of…[Read more]

]]> 624ee749c685ae772497ef677cb6b5e5 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/in-want-of-a-windshield/#post-258754 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 19:07:00 -0500 Ed, Thanks for the layout . It looks like yours will fit my shell . I have sent out requests to several suppliers and have actual dimensions to refer to. Many thanks.

]]> 0e84c8516ae8843b28aca55369658c6b https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/in-want-of-a-windshield/#post-258752 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 10:25:31 -0500 Gosh , thanks for all the advice and diagrams. That gives me an idea of what it is suposed to look like. I was concerned about the final fit in relation to the soft top. I guess the’rake’ or aft tilt of the frame must be set when the top is being assembled. The vertical height of the frame is important to me so as not to put the frame too far out…[Read more]

]]> e11bdec24fee3e5d7976bfd78757f6cb https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/in-want-of-a-windshield/#post-258749 Sat, 16 Nov 2013 23:28:56 -0500 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.

]]> 2470da410c894bfff3a043421f8ad572 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/in-want-of-a-windshield/#post-258746 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 10:53:32 -0500 Thanks George, a boat shop I would have never thought of . All I need now is a template or drawing . Maybe I can bribe MG Magic to supply their spec’s with a purchase of something else.If anyone could post a few pictures of their windshield since I don’t quite know what they look like it would help in making one up that looks nice. Many thanks!

]]> f578b61d2477cfc4bd4383900c620f99 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/in-want-of-a-windshield/#post-258744 Mon, 11 Nov 2013 23:22:22 -0500 Thanks Dan, but he’s right, I need the frame most importantly. The idea of a rod shop to custom make sounds possible. I will get the dimensions and e-mail that custom shop and see if it is a possible fit. I guess MG Magic is looking for a maker like that when they decide to restock. I’ll keep bugging them. By the way, they were asking alot for…[Read more]

]]> 43aeac33e24f1b6eb1165de00b98b6a7 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/steering-collum/#post-257635 Sun, 08 Sep 2013 20:37:37 -0400 I guess im learning,,no two are alike. Time to start cutting, regardless of what the “manual”says. Will let you see what results.

]]> d4dd076a908c399f5b02498db6076d73 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/hand-brake-parafinallia/#post-257412 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 16:35:58 -0400 I will become a customer of Rick Drake it seems. Thanks for the help ,,again.

]]> 3400cdb46f53e6db1145b1e406e1a368 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/rebuilding-a-lost-child/#post-257406 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 16:31:41 -0400 Thanks. Its great to know there are supportive folks out there. Its a long haul to get to the finish line. Don’t want this to become a DNF like its first life.

]]> 5fab2410672e0a09936d0d5781d741c5 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/hand-brake-parafinallia/#post-257409 Thu, 22 Aug 2013 09:51:23 -0400 Thanks…will give local NAPA a shout. Guess its junk yards for handle and mountings.

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