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« Reply #20 on: June 25, 2006, 11:20:49 AM » |
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Whilst work progressed on the body, a start was made on the interior. Here are the front and rear seats, just returned from the motor trimmers. The trimmer was: Denniss Motor Trimmers Contact: John Denniss Phone: 02 9604 6504 Address: 55 Maud Street, Fairfield West NSW The interior was kept in the original black and white colours. John did a great job for us, and is very easy to deal with. I will post some better pics showing the complete interior in place down the track. These shots taken 21/6/05. Regards Alex
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« Reply #21 on: June 26, 2006, 01:45:15 AM » |
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Mike,
The tramp rods were an item that I saw in a mate's shed a couple of years ago that he was not going to use, so I purchased them from him for a FC ute I was building - I had never seen a set before for a FC and thought they were pretty cool.
Unfortunately they fit the u bolt pattern and spring pad on a FC diff, but were not suitable for a HR diff which I ended using in my project.
When I heard about the drag car project that Ted, Craig, John and Alex were involved in I happily donated the tramp rods and some other bits and pieces to the cause.
I'd be very interested, as I'm sure many others would be too, to hear about all the individuals and organisations that donated their time, products or services to this car during its build, particularly now that it is gaining such great press.
How about publishing a list in your next post Alex?
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Edward
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« Reply #22 on: June 26, 2006, 08:07:20 AM » |
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Thanks, Edward. Like you I think they look pretty cool as well as being functional. I remember them being a hot after-market item on early Holdens when I was a young bloke. Wonder how many of our members would be interested in a set if there was someone out there who could manufacture them. Maybe we could get a plan drawn with dimensions/bits needed etc from those on BAD GIRL? Cheers, Mike.
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« Reply #23 on: June 26, 2006, 10:59:35 AM » |
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Thanks for the info Edward. Happy to acknowledge those people who helped, that is one of the reasons why this thread was started. The following people helped John and I in some way, with such things as parts, hands or advice. Ted Lowe Craig Alderson Alfio Musumeci Dave Baker Geoff Klimpsh Geoff Sheaffer Dick Thomas Mal Owen Joe Psala Richard Thomas Edward Singleton Craig Jordan Craig Wilson Alan Wall Ziggy Moseneder Les Hewart Graham Fuller Ken McLean Tony Mudie Stewart Dinker Charles (Chuck) Brett Fitzpatrick Shane (SRVlives) Brad (electrician) Hopefully those that helped more than others will be acknowledge further as the thread progresses, as will our sponsors. Many thanks to all. If I missed anyone, my apologies. Just send me a IM or email and I will add you.
Mike. I will try to get some detailed pics and measurements so you can have a go at making some Traction Rods of your own. Regards Alex
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« Reply #24 on: June 29, 2006, 09:37:48 AM » |
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Thanks for that Alex. I am sure there will be others out there keen to make up a set. (or have one made). Mike.
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« Reply #25 on: July 05, 2006, 10:27:48 AM » |
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Time for another update. 30/7/2005. With the floor done and the rear realigned, the next job was the rear 1/4's. The panels were straightened and the badge holes were welded closed, a small amount of rust welded up and the whole lot was file finished. These shots also show the roof stripped of paint and a few minor dings repaired. The subframe also received some attention, with the rust cut out and patched up. Regards Alex
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« Reply #26 on: July 09, 2006, 11:22:36 AM » |
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With the shell now straight, rust free and stripped of paint, it was time for some highfill. 19-20/8/05. Firstly though, the bare metal needed to be treated with deoxodine.....note the gold tinge to the metal. That's Alfio behind the mask pulling the trigger applying the first layer of hifill. Guide coat. Getting exciting now, with the first colour not too far away, but first will be what will end up being many hours of sanding. Regards Alex
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« Reply #27 on: July 09, 2006, 08:43:45 PM » |
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Alex, I look forward to the update every weekend.....very informative thread! Love what you guys have done with the car also....will pm you with a few more questions cheers, Torque
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« Reply #29 on: July 19, 2006, 11:23:58 AM » |
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Hey fellas,
Have been watching this car for a while as a guest and think you ve done a amazing job. I'm from the Alice and am impressed with the paint, can you give me an idea of how much it cost to paint the car? Alf is a legend, is a he a painter by trade?
Does it add more cost to do the two colour thing because I'm thinking of doing someithing similar with my Fe.
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« Reply #30 on: July 19, 2006, 07:28:39 PM » |
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hay Bunga, l am a tradesman for the last 21 years ,my first restos has been from FJ to EJ holden,it take more time of masking of two toning,and cost would be higher than one tone,you need to take care of masking so you do not each other colour mix with each other .thank mate ,Cheers from AlfioM
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« Reply #31 on: July 19, 2006, 08:19:40 PM » |
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Good on ya Alfio like I said your work looks top class.
The owner must have been wrapped when he came to pick up the car. Wish i was closer so you could do my Fe.
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« Reply #32 on: July 20, 2006, 07:48:17 AM » |
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Thanks Rob, take care mate hope you do well with you FE ,if you would like to see my car its in the same page were this one is ,look up ALFIOM TERESA CUSTOM 1958 FE ,you will see my new car cheers Alfio
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« Reply #33 on: July 20, 2006, 09:50:04 AM » |
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Hey Bunga. Glad to hear you're enjoying the build. We were pleased with the paint job that Alfio did for us. We didn't have to wait till it was done to see it though, we were right there with Alfio watching the colour go on and doing as much of the work and prep as we could, including the masking Alfio mentions. Took her straight back home from the spray booth. Keep watching as we will show you more of the paint work later, but there is still lots of work to be done before we let Alfio and his spraygun have his way with her. Regards Alex
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« Reply #34 on: August 06, 2006, 11:20:34 AM » |
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10/9/05. With the body of the car ready for the next stage, we turned our attention to the motor. Seen here is the fully rebuilt motor as delivered from one of our major sponsors, HMGem Engines. We gave them the motor from the car and they proceeded to recondition all aspects, and built in a few mods along the way. More details on the specs with the next set of pics. We asked them not to paint it, as we wanted to spray it in 2pak. Regards Alex
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« Reply #35 on: August 06, 2006, 12:47:29 PM » |
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Keep 'em coming Alex, it's great to see the progress and I think you can see by the number of views everyone appreciates the effort.
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« Reply #36 on: August 22, 2006, 11:50:20 AM » |
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As mentioned previously, the motor was reconditioned and modified by HMGem Engines. These guys came on board as a major sponsor, providing the motor for the car as a sponsorship deal. We would like to thank HM Gem, and especially Mick and Jayson for their help in securing the sponsorship and the machineing and assembly of the motor. Check out their site for more info. http://www.hmgem.com.au/home2.htmSpecifications: Motor: Holden Grey Motor · 132.5 ci + · Bored 60 thou · 186 Holden valves · Head decked · Hardened valve seats · Steel cam gear · 35/75 Cam · Balanced · Main bearing bridges Let's continue with the motor. The motor was cleaned and hit with wax and grease remover, before it was primed. With everything in primer, including all the bolt on bits, it was time for some colour, classic Holden Grey. 10/9/05. Regards Alex
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« Reply #37 on: August 24, 2006, 11:12:58 AM » |
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20/9/05 Before the motor could be put back where it belongs, parts that reside in the enginebay were cleaned up, reconditioned and reinstalled. The motor spent a few days in the sun, baking the paint on whilst this happened. Regards Alex
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« Reply #38 on: September 10, 2006, 01:15:38 PM » |
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OK, let's get this motor ready to go back into the car. First up, the flywheel gets bolted up. Then the clutch and pressure plate get bolted and torqued up. Finally the EJ crashbox mates up. Regards Alex
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« Reply #39 on: September 14, 2006, 11:04:50 AM » |
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26/9/05 Motor goes back into the engine bay, after a slight pause for some pics. The rear mounts needed some mods to mate up with the EJ brackets. Regards Alex
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