https://tdreplica.com/members/robbaker/activity/ Activity feed for Rob Baker. Fri, 03 Jul 2026 01:16:33 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v= en-US 30 hourly 2 fc26c9196813057fbc5e1fef10c27658 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/spare-tire-holder/#post-303875 Wed, 16 Aug 2017 13:14:03 -0400 I looked at mine this past weekend and the spare tire holder is behind or underneath the rear hood.

]]> 297eae453faff3c7aa6e97882be66174 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/spare-tire-holder/#post-303841 Thu, 10 Aug 2017 19:06:27 -0400 You want it to be removal to access the gas tank and gas gauge sender.  If you glass it in it will be a mistake.

]]> 3dd911e8b1f743142b7119f04da87d97 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/spare-tire-holder/#post-303834 Thu, 10 Aug 2017 12:17:12 -0400 It is made to be removable but it’s been years since I installed mine.

]]> 7c870dd8e57abcae15e9278349a119bb https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/ford-kit-front-strut-removal/ Tue, 08 Aug 2017 16:46:40 -0400 This falls project is to replace the front upper and lower control arms on my Ford based kit.  In my configuration there is a strut that goes between the lower control arm and frame.  Is this necessary?  Who has removed this arm?  The new control arms are on order and I don’t think there is a provision for reattaching this strut.  I believe this…[Read more]

]]> 934d663b98c00e3b109c62d5127dcead https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/seat-cushion-straps-source/#post-265733 Wed, 14 Oct 2015 08:24:11 -0400 I did this mod and got the burlap webbing from Joanne fabrics a local fabric store.

]]> 8a5a3f7d2f965744fb633704fe32e571 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/cowl-brackets-for-tdr/page/3/#post-261528 Sun, 12 Apr 2015 10:30:46 -0400 How about a picture installed.I’m interested.

]]> 1566402b90a7ce64c295fb544d8a19f8 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/ready-for-paint/#post-262628 Sat, 10 Jan 2015 21:36:46 -0500 It a Monogram die-cast Metal and Plastic MG-TC kit that is 1/24 scale from around 1977.  I friend of mine picked it up at a flee market and gave it to me as a retirement present over a year ago.  The garage in NH is around 14 degrees so this is a great alternative.Going to red with black interior just like my replica.
RobBaker2015-01-10 21:41:26

]]> 4fcd87af6bbec1df7c7cff665ed00057 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/tdr-as-tow-car/#post-262233 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 11:20:08 -0500 I tow a Force Five sailboat (145 lbs) behind my Ford project but only about a mile.  I would not put a 900 lb sailboat behind my car on a public road.

]]> af6162fe4aaf68014a0d0285060706a6 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/canadian-fiberfab-inventory-for-sale/#post-260678 Sun, 21 Sep 2014 08:26:26 -0400 I too would be interested in windshield post plates if you have two sets.Thanks Rob

]]> 5842d52075a52e0a17c1166cee3bc14d https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/brake-pedal-2/#post-260737 Mon, 25 Aug 2014 16:34:34 -0400 Maybe you could find an adjustable push rod something like the below?http://www.jegs.com/p/Stainless-Steel-Brakes/Stainless-Steel-Brakes-Adjustable-Master-Cylinder-Pushrod/1224562/10002/-1

]]> ee7aa4dfa588d76fad1b96341d6b25dc https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/c4-trans-removal/#post-261040 Mon, 25 Aug 2014 16:18:58 -0400 Took a good look at the trans removal project and I’ve decided to take the engine and trans in one piece.  More work to disconnect everything but may be physically easier then working under the car.  Yes it may take longer but less likely to get hurt in the process.I have checked the fluid level and it appears ok but I haven’t checked it when it s…[Read more]

]]> 621efa48dac2cd66f21fb9ce7b8e57a1 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/c4-trans-removal/#post-261036 Thu, 21 Aug 2014 21:47:00 -0400 Ed,After it gets warm it seems to drop out of gear.When it’s warm and I put it in drive from a stop it doesn’t pick up the gear, I have to bring it down to 1, get going and then shift it to drive.I’m going to adjust the bands this weekend and retest.It’40 years old so it may be due for a rebuild.Rob

]]> 71d1615cb2fa842410b37d8924baf8b7 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/c4-trans-removal/#post-261034 Wed, 20 Aug 2014 20:24:41 -0400 Bill,For the type of driving I do the 3 speed C4 works just fine and I hear they are easy to rebuild.  This weekend I’m going to do the band adjustment but I’m not sure that is going to help.My other concern with the newer transmissions is that they may be larger in size and may not fit the transmission tunnel without some mods.  But thanks, I m…[Read more]

]]> d86bcde6503393f27fa3a9db4b147b94 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/folding-convertable-top/#post-260771 Wed, 23 Jul 2014 16:27:04 -0400 I use mine so infrequently I may not reinstall it now that I’m redoing the interior.The interior project should be done in a week.

]]> 3538ba877cce9ca56b20a0ed46ff949a https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/vin-numbers/#post-259251 Sat, 04 Jan 2014 10:46:54 -0500 Using the vin number from any other car would be tubae in many states.  Say you’re using the vin number from a VW.  Clearly this new car doesn’t represent that VW model.I know in MA you could get in hot water for using a vin number that doesn’t represent the actual car.  I titled my car in MA with a vin something like MA2349.  Then did a title tra…[Read more]

]]> 415481e9749d75626d33b8d228ae9fd6 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/rising-from-the-ashes-ff-52-mgtd/#post-257166 Sun, 06 Oct 2013 18:03:13 -0400 Instead of a solid rod to prop up the hood I’m using a correctly sized (length) wire.

]]> 14fa9dc88344432dd2919b6b6649caa1 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/building-alfred/#post-253043 Mon, 10 Dec 2012 07:54:12 -0500 Enjoying your build journey.  You seem to be on the right track and have the experience to build something special.  A weakness of my 2.3 liter Ford based kit is the brakes since they are manual.  There isn’t any room for a power booster.  Just a little caution.  I can’t imagine building anything with high horsepower with these brakes.

]]> 23993e2d17c8d9252cff0bbfab74a6c3 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/running-poor/#post-251805 Thu, 13 Sep 2012 15:24:12 -0400 Dan what about the plug wires?  Do you have an old set you can swap out.

]]> f2a093edb4f5854c40e2e9bcc1dbdb4e https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/40-years-with-my-best-friend/#post-251054 Tue, 10 Jul 2012 13:08:03 -0400 And you don’t look a day older then 40.That’s a great family record to be proud of.Must be doing something right, well done.

]]> 8a20645a8682671d16e057caa8ec2e38 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/harsh-frntend-ford-based-vehicles/#post-246872 Tue, 12 Jun 2012 10:51:31 -0400 Don,Sorry I didn’t respond earlier and thanks for the information.  I’ll have to investigate my installed shocks to see how much travel up and down they have from the at rest position.I’ll take a look this weekend.Rob

]]> 6e201b1b2730e761e774a81802c403ae https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/harsh-frntend-ford-based-vehicles/#post-246867 Wed, 16 May 2012 09:21:04 -0400 Don,I did not replace the shocks that came with the car when I purchased it.  Why do you feel the shocks are two short?

]]> a2712116eca964cdcc894b77976a9c58 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/accelerator-cable/#post-250227 Thu, 26 Apr 2012 09:11:28 -0400 Don because of the tight turns make sure the cable is well lubed.  I went with an after market universal cable and cut it to length.  You want free movement on this part with the right return spring.

]]> 7d7d2105127ee2f80ea2763c44096076 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/power-brakes-in-a-ford-based-kit/#post-249837 Thu, 22 Mar 2012 14:57:06 -0400 Ed,I meet the requirements :)Rob

]]> fd4f24bda27fb46cfa208aa8008a2886 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/power-brakes-in-a-ford-based-kit/#post-249835 Thu, 22 Mar 2012 09:59:25 -0400 I can deal with the less then great brakes but I know the kids are going to drive it and they are certainly not use to a car without modern stopping power.

]]> d15a705c3a65ae3d637950c1fe2265ce https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/future-owner-of-my-car/#post-249573 Thu, 01 Mar 2012 15:12:35 -0500 I have two daughters and two grandchildren they are a lot of fun.  My wife does daycare every Wednesday and loves it.  Hope she’ll take care of me someday :)Until then I’ll be keepin busy.

]]> 4169060f203ae5e1451dad33b8ff12ac https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/calendar-issue-2012/#post-249343 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 15:54:24 -0500 On my calender there is no 29 in Feb, March 1 is correct and is on Thursday so I guess I’m not going to do anything on Wednesday since it doesn’t exist 🙂

]]> fd07e9ce3ebc357fcb561ff97b1de88b https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/average-age-of-a-td-replica-owner/#post-249030 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:42:21 -0500 Going to be 62 next month but I only look 61 now.

]]> 1c0f6789ddd16191b02d5e1aa50e599a https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/harsh-frntend-ford-based-vehicles/#post-246865 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:22:55 -0500 Ray,I’m not sure those monroe shocks would work.  It doesn’t appear the springs are adjustable on the shock.  Your mg may ride to high.

]]> 07191bf4e89c07e5e93f4a2f863bf0c5 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/calendar-time/page/5/#post-247186 Thu, 22 Dec 2011 08:23:08 -0500 Bill you obviously modified your car, how about the brakes?With your rear you’re not using the pinto component what about the front discs?Still manual I assume.

]]> 17cc0adbc8e2239e0ff4c1b59ec0c9bb https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/a-picture-finally/#post-248297 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 08:06:34 -0500 Lets pop that hood and see that 283.Are the side panels cut out to fit the engine?

]]> fc4f5373ae2e6dd4c4057337f5e1e028 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/calendar-time/page/5/#post-247177 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 15:57:38 -0500 Think I got it, THANKSRob Baker

]]> 55797081165af6ba7340997013c64cf6 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/calendar-time/page/5/#post-247174 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:51:47 -0500 Hey I know I’m late to get on the calendar band wagon I can’t seem to get the links to work.  User error?Any help out there?

]]> eff8fbb3b5370c40bed5e1f07c664c4a https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/harsh-frntend-ford-based-vehicles/#post-246860 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 14:52:29 -0500 Did you install uncut springs before deciding to shorten them by 1 1/4 turns?Yes I did and the front end was too tall.If I had to do it over again maybe I would take off another 1/4 but I’m happy with what I have.  The ride is far more pleasant.  I’d be interested in your thoughts when you get this step done.

]]> ed520cf44d7c64b97f88c5c8b067defd https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/harsh-frntend-ford-based-vehicles/#post-246858 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 16:14:31 -0500 Don,I bet your ford will be rather stiff with those cut springs.  Remember the more you take off a spring the stiffer it gets.  I’m still happy with what I posted above.

]]> 76e6d844af49dd771bbb2989e36b42e5 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mixed-bag-want-better-brakes/#post-247708 Thu, 10 Nov 2011 14:53:27 -0500 Why would the brake fluid be black if you just replaced the brake lines.  Did they replace the brake lines without replacing the brake fluid, now that would be a trick I haven’t seen

]]> b81c26579b74e32657e3da95b18b98c1 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/original-cost/#post-247723 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 08:30:57 -0500 Dale,
Here is a link to my datasheet which has the price of the Ford based kit.
https://tdreplica.com/forum/forum_posts.asp?TID=1876& KW=RobBaker
Total cost from FIBERFAB                         $7,900 in “1987”RobBaker40855.5246643519

]]> dc7644ca14f7182332d3f491992cbd40 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/mixed-bag-want-better-brakes/#post-247700 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:30:28 -0500 See if there is a casting number on the master cylinder so we can identify what you have.  Is it a Chevy master cylinder?  Is it a chevy master with the vacumn booster removed? Not a good thing as it probably has the wrong bore size to work as a non-powered system.

]]> 26eb62c246f52081ee36dfa89395bce7 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/meatballs/#post-247688 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 13:07:16 -0500 Meatballs are good for another 10 hp or so I’ve been told 🙂

]]> 70fcb1364582b20b22371188d2ddcbc8 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/meatballs/#post-247686 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 10:29:12 -0500 Ed,
This guy can take care of your needs.
http://www.ratracinggraphics.com/
He did mine.

]]> 0cbbfa5c1395d4a3ce9c075bd5d1d800 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/squirrels/#post-247595 Mon, 07 Nov 2011 08:44:07 -0500 Roy,
I have run out of garage space so I purchased one of those portable garage (tents) for the Maita.  This car only goes out in nice weather and is put away in the car capsule around the first of December before the salt hits the road.  This winter will be the third year the capsule will be used.  It’s nice to put the car away for the winter, in…[Read more]

]]> 3df108febbbe644132b2acca2128c52a https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/squirrels/#post-247593 Fri, 04 Nov 2011 15:48:53 -0400 Not a cheap alternative but I have my Miata stored in the winter in a bubble as I have run out of garage space.  My wife isn’t willing to give up her side of the garage 🙂
http://www.autosportcatalog.com/index.cfm?fa=p&pid=3962& amp;sc=58446&adpos=1t1&creative=1045192982&gclid =CM2creLfnawCFQMUKgodpjKN3A

]]> a1bb21bfcfc981686d7ec0a83ee55bda https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/shifter-replacement/#post-246987 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 08:10:19 -0400 Montie very well done about 3 dollors in material cost and probably about 300 dollors of labor but you had fun and have something you should be very proud to own.

]]> 92edb97fd8b5635590045ef0de094a92 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/type-l-549-tails-lights/#post-246945 Wed, 19 Oct 2011 08:34:53 -0400 Who knew I had lucky taillights I thought I was lucky just because they work most of the time 🙂 RobBaker40835.364849537

]]> aace19ddc1feaf59850dc0009865b1dd https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/pumpkin-run/#post-247033 Tue, 18 Oct 2011 10:38:13 -0400 Great pictures of this fall run didn’t know there were that many speedsters, nice to see.

]]> ef83fa0f887f3ee963eaee9ebdeae129 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/shifter-replacement/#post-246978 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 08:32:56 -0400 Montie I’m interested in your T shifter handle replacement project.  Some of those after market replacements can be expensive but would be a very nice change to our Ford based cars.

]]> 955c7118c2042f2cca7c5443cc2a6050 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/brake-job-time/#post-246916 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 08:19:45 -0400 Keep in mind that if you’re using a brake master cylinder off a car that had previously had power brakes the master cylinder may not be appropiate.  Master cylinders come in various bore sizes for different applications.  Factors like weight of car, brake lever mechanical advantage and whether power brakes are incorporated are all factors.
Of c…[Read more]

]]> c2d8fbef1f02889571af3ef95bc1d5a3 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/brake-job-time/#post-246911 Wed, 12 Oct 2011 14:31:33 -0400 I would suggest brake fluid replacement and re-bleeding the brakes.  Get that old fluid out of there and the air and see what you think about the brakes.  Then re-evaluate, fluid replacement is cheap.
In a ford based car there isn’t room for a power booster.  The donor car may or may not have had power brakes (1974?)
There is a brake pedal mod to…[Read more]

]]> f1cdb76c6413afc8a40fd08b923d14bc https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/fall/#post-246880 Tue, 11 Oct 2011 08:41:24 -0400 Nicely done Montie I’ve got a Red twin of that model.

]]> 7a87aeacf58f7655adbce8a45da3b02b https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/took-the-wires-off-part-2/#post-246844 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 09:11:44 -0400 Farm country roads are the best for these cars.

]]> 47bcfe6148bd301da971554e224eb686 https://tdreplica.com/forums/topic/pink-mg-update/#post-246632 Sat, 24 Sep 2011 08:11:13 -0400 Thinking of you two NJ guy navigating some tuff times hang in there as if you have a choice 🙂
Things will settle done and hopefully soon.
 

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