The Long Road

[Ed]

Steaming is the way to make carpets conform to curves.

[Fast_Eddie]

This post has to have a name change...

"The Long Road to Phillip Island"

Pulled the pin last night, too much to do in too short a time.

Thanks to everyone who has helped out over the past week, especially Craig Alderson and Charles Lark who have both been working alongside me to try and get the thing done.

We decided that it would be better to finish and detail it properly, rather than rush it.

I'll post some photos of the progress over the last few days shortly.

Regards

Edward

[gp]

Hi Eddie

We are really sorry to hear that your car won't be ready for Jindy.   :-[  
We do hope that you are still going to make it to the Nationals though????????

Cheers
Graham

[Tailshaft_Tim]

I'm really sorry Edward, amazing effort though.

That is a real shame mate, you guys have worked so hard and we were all looking forward to the unveiling of the brand spanking new wagon.  I'm sure it will look simply awesome upon completion and agree its not worth rushing - you want it done right when you've gone to so much effort already (and Phillip Island is atleast only a 1 year wait, not the usual 2 years).

Of course, we hope you're still going to come along in your sedan and maybe you might be able to bring the wagon along to the Berrima Run on Sunday 15 May? (As you might know already, a few NSW Holden Clubs are meeting up with a few ACT Holden Clubs).

Regards, Tim.

[graham_fuller]

Ed sorry to hear that the project isn't finished. You certainly gave it a good shake. Hope your still coming with the sedan.
Cheers,
Graham

[HAD 708]

Ed
Bad luck about the wagon but it will now be the star attraction at our Nationals at Phillip Island next Easter.
Brett

[zulu]

Graham, I have several weight bags that we use to hold stage sets from falling over.
They are vinyl bags about A4 size in area, full of lead balls, quite heavy, that are ideal for this.

Fast Eddie, lookin good, don't forget that door rubber sticks to the scuff plate (not the sill) along the bottom edge.

Cheers, Gary

[NO NAME]

you must be pissed after getting so close.

[Fast_Eddie]

Not really, just tired...

[Fast_Eddie]

A brief update of the mad rush prior to Easter, that almost saw the car finished.

Installation of the NOS hoodlining



The finished product

[Fast_Eddie]

Here's a photo of a bloke trying to ensure that as much fine, bearing destroying grit can be forced into a steering column and box with compressed air.

All in the name a recreating a "factory" sandblasted finish...to a part that was never sandblasted in the factory!



(This is what happens when you let a Drag Link Boy do a man's job.)

[Fast_Eddie]

He (Craig A) does build a fine drag link though...







It's knowing your limitations, Drag Link Boy... No, you are not allowed to zinc plate!



(Both Craig and I looking our finest - at about 2am)

[Fast_Eddie]

Turning a red motor back to grey







The Meyers headers and Klenig manifold are for another project.

[Fast_Eddie]

Another special little fellow, with special skills...

"Jute Boy"



Not a bump in site... Well done Jute Boy

[Fast_Eddie]

Building the headlights - a keen observer will spot the NOS rubber sheathed wiring looms!



Lights and indicator housings fitted up.



All ready for glass!

[Ed]

very nice, you've managed to keep the pre-Nats momentum going it seems.

my wagon is up for some jute as well...

Cheers

Ed

[Fast_Eddie]

Ed,

This is all pre-Nats work. Very little has happened since, however that is all about to change.

I'm about to strip the stainless and chrome off the car and have a number of minor paintwork issues addressed. I figure seeing that I have come this far, I might as well make it 110%.

The gearbox has been reconditioned, and the tailshaft has new universals.

I've decided to use a fully reconditioned motor that was destined for another project, so that is ready to go.

Once the car is back from the paintshop, the running gear shall be installed.

I was hoping to make Motorex, however this now appears unlikely.

Regards

Edward

[Chuck]

To set the record straight, it may appear to the untrained eye that ‘Jute Boy’ has a generous set of love handles.  I once had the great honour of meeting the infamous Jute Boy in person and can categorically state that he is trim taught and well toned.  In case you were wondering.

Chuck

[FC0058]

Hi Edward
Looks as though you are giving Craig a little OJT to prepare him for his own wagon project.

Your wagon is looking great. I as many others on this forum can not wait to see that new FC Wagon roll out the doors of Singelton GMH factory, be it 47 years after the first FC hit the road.

Cheers Jim

[Fast_Eddie]

Thanks Jim. I'm looking forward to it as well.