"The Beater Bee" becomes "The Better Bee"

[A12pilot]

Sometimes cars come along that ignite your soul like a match to a can of denatured alcohol. Why denatured? No reason, except that I went to college and figured I better use some of those words I learned (pronounced...LERR-Ned <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif ) Anywho, I'm into the restoration of my A12 Super Bee, affectionately called &quot;The Beater Bee&quot; by the previous owner, and figured I'd better start a thread to show some much needed progress. With the MCACN show looming on the horizon, and several projects that popped up over the recent months, I was forced to delay my unveiling of the Beater Bee until next year's show. I know, I know. Bob was so distraught over this that he almost wasn't going to have the show this year. I told him to buck-up, stop sniveling, and put on the show anyway! After some persuasion, he agreed, so rest easy: MCACN 2016 is on! Whether or not any of that actually happened is speculatory at best. And since speculatory isn't even a word, then I'm pretty sure that previous conversation didn't happen at all. Actually, it went more like this:

Bob: {rrrriiinnng} &quot;Hello?&quot;
Me: &quot;Hi Bob, Dave here. I don't think I can make the show this year. I've had a lot come up like plate tectonics, the Coriolis effect, and did you know the Moon is actually moving away from the Earth at about 1.5 inches per year???? With all that going on, I am too busy to get my car done in time. Can I do it next year? Thanks Bob, <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif you're one of the good ones <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif ....{click}&quot;
Bob: &quot;Hello?&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

So, with that, the countdown is on for next year's show!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif To start from the beginning, I was after this car for 3yrs. After many subliminal emails to the owner making small talk and such, finally, my badgering paid off. Hey, how do you think I got Kelly to be my wife!? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/whistle.gif Sometimes the squeaky oil gets the wheel....er, something like that. So here she is and the first &quot;touch&quot;...
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And here is after I flooded it, with the Ukranian driver saying, &quot;No have gas, no poomp the pedal, is spark, no have...you see what I'm talking.....&quot;
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Oh course, what does one do with such an iconic icon of the Muscle Car era? Well, here's what you do!

Phil: {rrring} &quot;Hello?&quot;
Me: &quot;Hey Phil, Dave. Long time no talk man! How's things? How's Lori? Been flying much? Hey, I bought my Dream Bee and wondered if maybe you'd like to bring your COPO to the Muscle Car and Corvette Nationals in Chicago this year? Ever hear of it? Probably not. Small, local show. Anyrate, I haven't seen you in 13yrs since we were laid off from TWA, and thought what a fitting reunion!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I'll see you there. I'm sure you'll get the time off. Thanks Phil! You're one of the good ones <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/worship.gif....{click}&quot;
Phil: &quot;Hello?!?&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

Actually, the whole thing was in reverse order. Woj contacted me and told me about the show, and a call to Reliable set the transport up after Bob and Ryan agreed to have the car in the Barn Find section at the 2015 show. Here's the Pics from that!
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Here's my Bee at the set up area for the Barn Find section of MCACN 2015. The cool thing is the COPO right above the hood scoop is Woj's! Had to take another angle on that while the show wasn't fully set up. Really a neat pic!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif
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Me and my lovely wife Kelly next to the Bee! That was taken by Marc Rozman, who we met at the show. So many nice people!!!
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I love this image, and call it, &quot;Bee Blurr&quot;. Kelly took this as I was driving away headed for Reliable. Something about that just sums up the whole show in one picture: As the show ends, stands come down, seats get folded up, cars fire up, Big Rigs pull in awaiting to gobble up acres of iconic juggernauts, and amidst all that flurry, your car and you stay in focus the entire time. Oh man, that's pretty deep....<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

Cheers<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Next up was to have the original owner out to see the car and hear the stories. Of course, Kodak stock jumped after my purchase of as many memory sticks as I could to capture the moment! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif Gary was just ticked to death to see the car. Him sitting in it for the first time was just priceless.
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Gary hasn't seen the car since 1991. I'm not sure he knew where to begin telling me stories....
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Oh course, what do you do with the original owner of your car? Roast the tires, that's what!!!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
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This is the start of the restoration with Gary helping me remove the first part.
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Just like the Bee Blurr photo, this one is pretty intriguing too. I look at this photo and wonder what Gary is thinking about. Just a cool pic capturing a unique moment with man and machine. Sadly, Gary passed away unexpectedly and won't be there to install that aircleaner in 2017 with me:( But the good news is his Son will fill in his spot!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

So, fast forward a few months and it's on, like Donkey Kong!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif Somebody said that once to me and I knew he was serious, so now's it's stuck in my vocabule..vocab...vo..my words <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif. So, step one, tear the car down and document everything. I found so many cool things with this car. It's only got 53,000 miles but it was a Michigan car, so it's got some rust. But, a few bolts, and it's down the unibody!!
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Of course, a propane tourch and a nice tin scraper make quick work of the undercoating. Time to blast and prime!
Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Here we are blasted. I decided on doing both quarters, so I didn't have them blasted. That saved a few bucks. Out comes the gun filled with DP50LF and we have a primed Bee! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
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I felt like someone was watching me the entire time I was doing this, so I figured I'd leave a note in case someone was showing up after hours to look at the work. All previous owners saying &quot;HI!!!&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Craig_Maiorana]

This is the part of the hobby that keeps me going. The snapshots of the past that these cars all carry with them. The fact that the original owner got to see his car one more time before his passing and that his son will be involved. It's like counting the rings of a tree. Good luck with her .. it seems you are up for the task of bringing that bee back to life

[SS427]

I am looking forward to following this one along. I always loved these cars and took many a cruise in a similar one by best friend had in out youth. (yeah I know, the side pipes suck!) Thanks for sharing it's journey with us.

[Xplantdad]

Cool stuff Dave!

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

The link to the Original Owner is what makes the whole car, RIP :-(

So special that he was able to reconnect before passing on:-)

The shiny metal is great but the history is what it is all about!!!

Keep us in the loop as the restoration continues:-)

Ryan

[Jonesy]

Wow, great car and great story. Having the original owner see and drive it is pretty cool. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[SuperNovaSS]

Awesome project. Thanks for taking the time to share. I excited to see every update on your truck project and I'm sure I will be just as ancy for more posts on this one.

Jason

[markinnaples]

Can't wait to watch this one come along, and I love your posts. RIP Gary.

[Woj]

Keep up the good work Dave. Looking forward to the photos and narratives.

Phil

[A12pilot]

Thanks guys! I appreciate the well-wishes! It'll be a long process, but they all are. It probably won't move as fast as the '49 Truck did, but there's a bit more work to do on this one. Glad you guys enjoy my threads! Can't really do anything else sitting in hotel rooms on layovers, so might as well write informatuitive posts <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif I think <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif ...anyway, onto more build junk!

I got the front suspension just about done. What often happens when I restore parts/cars, think about the guys who built these things and the car coming down the assembly line. Mopar lower control arms were natural stamped steel and then dipped into a bucket of cosmoline for rust protection. How far down varies, but most were to about where the large rivet is right by the ball joint. Wonder if the control arm guy had any other jobs to do?

Frank: &quot;Hey Steve, what you doing today?&quot;
Steve: &quot;Oh, nothing. Just dipping control arms. It's supposed to be dipped to the rivet, but I'm going to do a few before it and maybe just one after it so forty years from now it'll be the topic of discussion on internet forums. You?&quot;
Frank: &quot;I see. I'm going to put markings all over the place so those same guys freak out trying to reproduce them. And I'll only put them on some things, and not others just to start a few fights. Hey, what's this &quot;internet&quot; thing you're talking about?? Do I know him?&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

With only 53,000 miles on the car, and nobody making correct repros on the drag links, I just cleaned up the originals.
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Here's the before pics on the suspension. Marking guy was at it as evidence by the torsion bar adjuster arm having a very large Orange marking after tightening. I'll replicate that afterwards. How I know it was done after installation, and not &quot;dipped&quot; as some claim, is the fact that the side of the control arm had the marking where the brush touched the vertical part of the control arm. The left side was considerably larger than the right side...

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Marking guy was here too. Yellow paint marking on the lower adjuster sleeve, and red paint blop on the castle nut
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[m22mike]

You sure do some nice work there my Aviation brother, now get Kelly a box of small size gloves and git her working... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Mike

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

Sometimes those LCA &quot;rocker arms&quot; are different colors from one side to the other....orange, blue.
All my cars have different combo's. Looking at a lot of low mile cars - I think they appear to be paint dipped before the LCA gets assembled.

The tie rod clamps (and the sleeves, bolts and nuts) are usually zinc phosphate plated as well. Can't think of anything other than the odd hood latch hardware that has any black oxide on it.

The work you are doing looks good.....I guess I should get back over to the A12 site.....been awhile <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif. I am Maxwellwedge over there.

Have a look at my GTX details showing some good shots of the LCA's etc. GTX... (http://www.moparaction.com/Article/GTX-CELLENT/GTX-CELLENT.html)

[SS427]

Nice car Jim!

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

Thanks Rick!
I'm thinking of bringing it to MCACN this year for Vintage Certification.

[A12pilot]

Jim,

Thanks for the tips and man, that's a NICE car!!!! You GOTTA bring that to MCACN for sure!!!! I'll be there this year and would like to meet you in person. Interesting thing on those lower control arms. I had a '68 St. Louis built Charger R/T that had blue on the control arm torsion adjusters. Both of mine on the Bee showed Orange. The k-frame on the st.louis car has a yellow brush mark on the steering box mount, idler arm mount, and a green brush stroke on the passenger side motor mount under the bolt on motor mount. The brush mark was on the welded perch on the k-frame. Nothing like that on this one. Yellow brush mark on the idler arm mount though. Understood on the sleeve finish <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I knew that after I did it that I'd have to redo it. You're a plethora of knowledge as is a lot of those guys on the A12 board for sure. Broke the springs down and will be blasting them later this week. New liners, pads, bolts/bushings/pads/clamps from Badalson are on deck to be installed. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

PS: Don't you worry Mikey....Kelly will be out here helping shortly!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

Dave

[RPOLS3]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: SS427</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Nice car Jim! </div></div>

No kidding - great Survivor!

[black69]

You do great work! great that the original owner saw the car one last time. Looking forward to future pics.

[bashton]

I have no idea who this guy is. I have no idea how that beat up old car ever got into the building. I believe the young lady in the photo may be being held hostage.

I believe that all of this is a figment of someones imagination and it has all been creatively photo-shopped by some unscrupulous Mopar fanatic....



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Bashton

[A12pilot]

But, but but, BOB!!!!! I'm telling you, Kelly is here on her own free will!!! That's what I was told to say.....<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

OK, don't anyone panic, but I didn't correct any of the incorrectness that has been pointed out to me just yet. I figured I'd add a whole bunch more incorrectness to it, and if my Freshman year Algebra has taught me anything, it's that two negatives make a positive! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif Sooo, on that mentality, I have to end this restoration next year on an even number of incorrect things so they all cancel themselves out. Ya know, it's hard to argue with that logic! My goal is like Bush during the 2nd Gulf War....shock an awe!!!! I'll shock the judges with the sheer number of things wrong, and leave them in awe that anyone would enter a car like this into judging!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif But seriously, fear not! I will be correcting things in the next few months and will re-post for more critiques. So here's my latest things done: Rear leafs rebuilt, front suspension just about done, and I'm starting into the Dana 60 as we speak.
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As you can see, 53,000 miles of Michigan rust really pits that metal <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif This took a LOT of blasting to get them this clean. Despite what you've heard on the street, leaf spring clamps are a pain. But it's so much fun seeing a nice clean spring assembled!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

And here we are assembled on the front end. I need to rebuild the power steering box with new seals and such, then I can mount that on the k-frame. And I'm festid...festigeous...festi <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif ....ah, working hard at blasting the upper control arms and pressing in new bushings!

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Nothing is tightened down yet, and no cotter pins installed. I'm working on the brakes too so I can wrap up this whole front end. Once I get the rear axle done, that'll be just about it for the drivetrain! Next month, Welding 101 with such memorable moments as, &quot;OWCH!!! HOT HOT HOT!!!!&quot; and the ever classic, &quot;Hmmmmm....I could have sworn I had lined that up better than that!&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dave

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

Looks great! Power steering too - just like on my orange Bee. Power brakes?

Here is my orange car Click Here... (http://www.moparaction.com/Article/Six-Pack/Six-Pack.html)

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Nice Bees guys:-)

I really love A-12's:-)

Ryan

[m22mike]

Dave
What's the amber finish on the control arms ? Lookin' good Dave. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Mike

[njsteve]

They were originally dipped in cosmoline as a protectant for the raw metal finish.

[A12pilot]

What Steve said! They were dipped, so to simulate that, I taped off a dip line by the large rivet at the front. Sprayed liberally, let drip dry with runs and such to get the proper look. I didn't use real cosmoline since that stuff stays relatively tacky. I used Krylon battery protectant which is pretty close to the real stuff in color. Hope to wrap up the driveline this month!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Oh, and Jim. Awesome car! I was particularly finicky when taking pictures of mine to note details like the stripe cut at the side reflectors, painted grease on the deck lid hinge...stuff that shows up on your car!. Good stuff! My car is PS, no PB, console, tach, pedal dress up.

Cheers

[A12pilot]

A few updates to post. The suspension is just about done. I'm working on the rear and hope to have that all buttoned up here this month. That'll complete the drivetrain! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

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Luckily, this is it..NO MORE GREASEY PARTS!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif Now it'll be onto the next phase which will be welding burns and primer dust. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif We do this again, why??? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[m22mike]

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[SS427]

Damn nice!

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

Looks great! The outside the exhaust manifold dipstick tube routing and the black handle....many people mess that up - you didn't. :^)
Maybe it's the flash...but - I would re-plate the upper control arm can adjusters, brake backing plates and tie-rod sleeve clamps zinc phos. The strut rods could use some quick black or a light zinc phos plate.....maybe ECS's RPM stuff would help take the shine down a little bit.
Nice work!
Jim

[sixt9rsx33]

Wonderful car and awesome level of detail.

We need to chat when I tear down my 69 Charger R/T. I could use some help with the details...

Lawrence

[A12pilot]

OK, sorry for the delay on the updates. There's been so much going on as of late it seems, and every time I sit down the computer update something else comes up! Like the other day I got news that Mercury was transiting the sun. Of course, with a rumor like that, I had to break out the telescope. After the retina surgery, I can now see through both eyes again, so here's the update!!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

I'm wrapping up the drivetrain here and have since got the Dana all buttoned up. Michigan rust really played havok on this thing, and the pitting was pretty severe. I thought about using All Metal on the case to smooth it over, but then thought about the history of the car and leaving some character on the finished product. Plus, I'm lazy. Ain't nobody got time to sand down every fin, nook, and cranny on this rear end! Overall I'm happy with it and think it came out acceptable.

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New bearings, seals, etc, as well as the front drums all set to be reinstalled. There are a few minor details on the front hubs I'm missing that I'll correct shortly. (yellow dabs on three studs and a green swipe on one hub...I just can't remember which hub they go on. Have to go back in my notes) Now it's onto the last two major sub-assemblies!

Cheers
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[A12pilot]

Sparing you all the 1000 photos of a &quot;Before&quot; heater core, here's the finished product minus a stamp that I'm having made up of the part number, and I'm still awaiting a back ordered heater core. Mine didn't do well under the pressure test. It leaked...I mean...don't we all?? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/whistle.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
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I'll ad some more here shortly with the stamp and front side after I get the heater core installed. Moving on, it's time to hit the dash!!! Well, not really since then I'd have to fix that dent too... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif

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It's amazing what storing a car inside will do to a just about 50yr old wiring harness. It's still bendable without sounding like a bowl of Rice Crispies!! All that's needed on those wires is a good cleaning and a small section wrapped again. I blasted the dash and have everything torn down. I'm awaiting new dash bezels, new switch knobs, and sent the heater plate out for a good rechrome job. Dash pads are in perfect shape too!

Cheers
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[A12pilot]

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Here's the dash painted and the radio installed. And since I have to keep this clean for a while longer, might as well start grinding and sanding down some metal on the body. I mean, why not? It's not like dust will coat everything I just did? And there's nothing like having three things on a car going on at once to make sure you get absolutely nothing done....ever...on anything!

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My goal on this side was to keep the original quarter panel in place with the factory undercoating intact. I'm going to try and do the same thing on the other side, but there is a bit more work involved there. But for now, here's the driver's side with a new trunk extension clamped in place. Kelly was sad after I showed her the stripped quarter panel. She says, &quot;But, there's no more Beater Bee!!??!&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cry.gif Nope....there's not! At least hopefully not by the end of the year when it's sitting in a fresh Hemi Orange paint job! More to come....

Cheers
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[njsteve]

No more <span style="font-style: italic">Beater Bee</span>. Now it will be... <span style="font-style: italic">Beauty and the Bee</span> ! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

You are moving along nicely!!!

I agree with keeping the finish on the rear, Looks great and history is preserved:-)

Ryan

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Beauty and the Bee:-)

I get it:-)

Ryan

[A12pilot]

I like it! Beauty and the Bee!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif OK, been quiet around here, so an update is in order. As of today, it's offikal , the metal work is DONE!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif I originally thought about doing full quarters on the car but after some careful assessment of what was, and more importantly, what wasn't in front of me, I thought to myself, &quot;Self? There's a whole lot of solid metal here, and it would be a real shame to hack off all that good ole' fashioned Mopar sheetmetal (even though it rusted coming down the line!). I really only needed lower pieces, and one upper wheel well lip. Now, I don't consider myself any sort of a metalurlologist <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif or anything, but I thought if I could patch these things up it would save me a lot of work. Guess what? Quite the contrary. I've put full quarters on plenty of Chargers and Roadrunners, and a full quarter is a heck of a lot less work that three patches on one quarter. And the good news is all the patches are spliced in so from the inside, there's no visible evidence of a patch installed! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif Factory undercoating, spot welds, and body lines are all intact!
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That last photos shows the dent that I have not massages out yet. On that quarter panel I replaced the trunk extension, lower rear quarter panel, and a very small patch on the forward front part of the quarter. I have to get those welded-stud-puller-thingies and try and pull that dent out a bit. The cool thing? This dent is what's responsible for the Gray primered fenders on the Beater Bee. While coming home one night, Gary lost control in the snow and spun off the road. What resulted was that dent, the front fenders being dented, and him clipping a mailbox and taking a chunk out of the hood scoop. Fortunately, he had the smarts to go and get the broken piece and he Bondo'ed it back onto the hood!
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/07/full-18993-45955-dscn1379.jpg
After all that work, the bodylines on the quarter are saved!! This quarter also needed a trunk floor extension, lower rear patch, lower front patch, wheel well arch (top 12&quot;), as well as a few inner wheel house patches. The line above the wheel well is a little soft, but I'll sharpen that up when I start blocking it out. It's there, but a little more faint than the rear line. Man.....7ft quarter panels, and they're all convex/concave/conpaininmy...well, you know what I'm sayin'.. I'm thinking of holding a Block Party. Maybe invite a few guys over for some good ole' fashioned block sanding! I&quot;m thinking after a couple two-three beers, I'll probably be farther behind than when I started. Hmmm....I think I'll hold off on that idea for now.
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I decided a checklist was in order, and I don't know why people make such a big deal about restoring cars. Seems pretty simple to me!!!!
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cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif
Dave

[Xplantdad]

Looks good Dave. You have that list down to the last few things....what's the hold up? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[markinnaples]

That looks great, keep up the fun posts :thumbsup:

[SuperNovaSS]

Looking awesome. I love your posts. Keep up the good work!


Jason

[cook_dw]

Excellent work and amazing detail.. Car is gonna be freakin sweet..

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

My spread sheet is a little more detailed:-)

I even have a few tasks to make lists, of lists:-)

Ryan

[sixt9rsx33]

Thanks for the updates. Very informative and entertaining.

Motivates me to work on my 69 Charger RT

Lawrence

[A12pilot]

Great! Get that Charger going! I've done three. A 68, a 69, and a 70. Glad you enjoy my posts. More to come soon!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

TAAA DAA!!!!! This is a monumentabulous event! The metal work is 100% done as of yesterday with only one thing left to do on the initial body assembly and that's strip and prime the decklid! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif What did the Beater Bee need? Michigan (and Gary) took a toll on the body. Luckily, having been taken off the road permanently in 1977, the salts couldn't do more damage than they did. A driver's side floor patch, both trunk extensions, the passenger quarter needed 3 large patches (fore and aft of the wheelwell and large top portion of the wheel lip), part of the passenger outside wheelhouse, the driver's side quarter needed a small forward patch, a large rear patch, and lastly, a passenger side window corner. There's some extensive fiberglass work that I need to do on the hood. That thing really has taken a beating! It's good to see the car as a whole entity again! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

You think YOUR hood is hard to align? Try aligning something with 4 pins that each go in any direction they want to and when you tighten the bolts down, they move, which screws up what you thought you had initially lined up perfectly!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif
I think I got the gaps pretty close right now, but still some more massaging to do on. These hood pins use 5/8&quot; heater hose as spacers on the hood. The idea is you push the hood down which compresses the rubber (never a good thing..I'm just sayin') and when you install the pin, that makes a nice rattle-free and secure hood hold down. How the heck they did this on the line in the time allowed as the car came rolling down is beyond me. This took 5hrs, 3 beers, 4 lost tools after they became airborne somehow, and a whole lot of words used I never even thought I knew!
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I'm pleased with the line up so far, but there's still some tweaking to do.

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

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The BB is already getting excited about MCACN 2017!!! Most see some previous MCACN passes draped over the front end. I see a hood that needs some serious fiberglass work, the results of someone that doesn't even know how to spray primer, and a very rusty rotisserie that needs some attention after this thing comes off of it. UGh...more work!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif
Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dave

[A12pilot]

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In keeping my restoration correct, I took about 100+ photos of my Bee as I disassembled it. Some things really caught me by surprise and others were just head scratchers! This was something I thought was neat and that is trunk hinge grease painted right over with the Hemi Orange! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif Do I do this on my restoration? Of course I do!!!!!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

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A few more. Side marker reflectors that show the rear bumble bee stripe folded over to the inside after being applied to the rear quarter panel and then being razor slit in an &quot;X&quot; pattern. That black spray paint you see is from Gary after he got the car. He rattle canned the engine bay, trunk, and door jambs black since he thought it looked better. And a piece of the headliner material hanging in the back. Several Mopars I've had have this either here, under the carpet, or both.
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

And probably the coolest thing I've found was this tag hanging in the quarter window for 47 years!!!! It's a telltale clue as to how the car was built too. The tag is a parts tag with the number of the quarter panel written on it. This tag was actually wrapped around the eyelet of the quarter panel edge where the interior panel is welded to. It is also sprayed with Hemi Orange paint as well as undercoating. So the tag was between the two panels prior to paint. The tag is a parts bin tag that says &quot;O.K&quot;. From my understanding, the tags were applied to random parts on a pallet of parts that were &quot;O.K.&quot; to be used on assembly. On a pallet of 20 parts, maybe there were 10 tags installed (just a guess). So not every part had them, but various ones did to let inspectors know that whole pile of parts were OK to be sent to the line and be used. Usually, they are removed but this one wasn't and has been hanging in this quarter window for 47yrs!!!!
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[A12pilot]

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Here we see a factory goof!!!! You know these things happen, and here's documented proof! This is the clutch pedal bracket that helps hold the clutch pedal in place. On the firewall there are two dimples (all cars have these). If the car has a 4spd, these dimples are drilled out and then a bracket is installed with two studs. Those studs go through the holes on the clutch pedal assembly and are secured by a nut/washer combo. Well, I guess the line worker snapped a stud off, it was hammered over and a bolt/nut was installed in it's place. The hammered over broken stud was covered with sealer when they installed that in the gaps at the firewall/inner fender union. Pretty cool!!!!! You can see the factory Hemi Orange paint on the boo-boo too! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

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Here's the clutch pedal assembly removed, you can see the rate marking on the spring, and the two holes that brac ket goes through are at the bottom of the picture.
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A better illustration. So do I keep it this way or make it right? Now why do you even have to ask that! Of course it's staying like this!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[markinnaples]

Awesome work and documentation, appreciate the information. Can't wait to see the finished product.

[bashton]

Amazing...absolutely amazing. And entertaining too! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Bashton

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Love the details, love the updates!!

Your posts have mucho personality!!

Ryan

[A12pilot]

Thanks guys! Glad you're enjoying the progress! So, today the car is sitting in 3 heavy coats of DPS3055 <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif and I'm all set to start blocking the bad-boy out! I've been doing some stretches, loading up on carbs, and think I'm all set. A Triathlon is a walk in the park compared to blocking out 7.5ft 60's Dodge Quarter Panels! I can tell you one thing, to those that don't know, this stuff is friggin' expensive and the best part? About half of that is going to pile up on the floor.... or in my lungs! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif Anywhooo....first thing's first and it's mounting up the remaining panels: trunk and front end parts.

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Now it's onto everyone's favorite game: Align that Door! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Door Alignment 101: Let me walk you through a day in the life of a highly skilled bodyman. To start, you need to BE one with the door. Don't fight it, embrace it. OK, after you get all kumbaya'y with your sheet metal shell, get out the sockets, scrap wood shims, and oh what the heck, the 5lb sledge. So where to start? It's all about Geometry here (I flunked math), and once you master that mathematical thing, door alignment is nothing more than a walk in the park with your favorite dog. Just always remember who walks who! Lets see. If I raise this end a bit here, that drops the back end of the door. OK.....so, then if I raise the back end, then the front should go down? No? Let's see...loosen this...let me (wedge)...wait....Oh, that needed to be tight first. OK, let me try that again. Loosen this, raise (bang bang bang) that. Hmm...that's worse than it was before. The top is out too far and the bottom is hitting the rocker. Well lets (rachet rachet...bang bang) tap this...( bang ) whoops! Well, that's what bodyfiller is for. That should line up nicely aaannd, it doesn't. OK door, my New Jersey is getting up here....let me try and lower this part and push (bang bang) this in....OK, why is the trunk out of whack now?!?!?!? I didn't touch that!!!!!! Starting to feel like that dog is walking me!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/mad.gif

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How did this get done on the line so fast??? This took me 4 days, 12hrs, and I can't even tell you how many Scotch and Sodas!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/whistle.gif In all seriousness, I'm very happy with this side's door alignment and now it's onto the passenger side. More to come....

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Still a few more tweaks here. The front end is about 3/16th too low, so I'll need to raise that up. But I know what'll happen. I'll do that and the Challenger's hood won't shut! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif Yeah, I don't know why that would affect a totally different car, but it will! The good news about the panel alignment is looking at survivor cars, their alignment wasn't exactly spot on either. You remember that Lexus commercial with the ball bearing running over the door gaps and such? I'm aiming for that...with a bowling ball. I think I'm almost there!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

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Oh, and that big unsightly gap at the bottom of the door? Welcome to Mopar B-Bodys!!! I've had 7 of them and they're all the same. Chargers, Bees, Roadrunners....all the same deal. Not sure why they left such a big gap underneath. OK, a little more work needed on this side and next week I start block sanding with a little help from the wife!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[markinnaples]

Brilliant. Lots of hard work but that's gonna be beautiful when done.

[A12pilot]

And just to add a bit of nostalgia to the restoration, I hung the fender tag by a wire under the dash like they did as the car was coming down the Lynch Road factory back in the day! An interesting thing about fender tags: Lynch Road cars were coded differently (different format) than the other assembly plants and they also got attached to the car in a different way. St. Louis car, etc, were attached to the fender by one screw and the tag was bent up so it could be painted underneath the tag as the car was going down the line. Those tags have a distinct bend on the tag and one painted hold down screw. The other screw is not painted since it was installed after paint. Lynch Road car tags were hanging somewhere inside the car, usually under the dash, and only got a dusting of paint depending on how much overspray made it to the tag. Some show more paint than others, but both screws are unpainted and no bend in the tag corner. So next time you're at a show you can flex your Moparness! Or you can keep your mouth shut and just enjoy the nice cars! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif

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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

Looks good!

Here is an important tip.......put weight in the doors when you align them to mimic the weight of the glass, mechanisms etc. It makes a big difference.

[KenMaisano]

This is the first time I saw this post. Really cool to follow and a super awesome build. very excited to see it completed.

Kenny

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: RS_COPO_Canuck</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Looks good!

Here is an important tip.......put weight in the doors when you align them to mimic the weight of the glass, mechanisms etc. It makes a big difference.</div></div>

HaHa -- absolutely ... learned that trick when hanging doors on 70's Camaros/Firebirds. Those doors are heavy as hell and need the weight to align properly. TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Nothing like having a helper out at the shop to let you know that you better get a move on! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif I jump back in on the Bee here shortly after the Thunderboid' is painted. I'm hoping to have the Bee in paint this fall. Practice on the 'Boid, Per-Fect on the Bee Er...something like that. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Your project is unBEElievable:-)

Your helper is lovely:-) (hope to see you guys at MCACN again this year)

PS: helpers normally wear Daisy Dukes when sanding Hemi Orange MOPARs....... ?

Ryan

[earntaz]

Very NICE helper. The lady has chop, chop written all over here pretty face!! TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

I bet none of you even noticed there is an arm reaching up from the engine compartment.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: RS_COPO_Canuck</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I bet none of you even noticed there is an arm reaching up from the engine compartment.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif</div></div>

A what?

[A12pilot]

Ha! Yeah, that spindley stalk is connected to me. I continue the block out next week after I paint the 57 T-Bird this week. Anxious to get back on it. That girl cracks the whip pretty hard! Wait, that didn't come out right <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[bashton]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Bet they'd like to see the pictures I have...but guess they'll just have to wait until the new MCACN 2016 magazine comes out!

If you aren't on the MCACN mailing list, (or not sure if you are) sign up now to get your very own FREE issue! http://www.mcacn.com/carshowmagazine.htm

Bashton

[A12pilot]

I can't wait for my copy to come here!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif And here's another to add to the &quot;pic&quot; pot! I was very fortunate to have Gary's daughter, Kristen, come out for some photos with the car right before I paint it. She was so excited to see her Dad's old car and she's planning on being there next year during the unveiling! I have something special planned for that!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif I was able to walk around and tell her about a few things on the car that Gary relayed to me. She laughed, and I could tell it meant a lot to her and the whole family that this car is coming back to life. I'm anxious to get back on it!!!!
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

The best part of bringing an old car back to life is sharing it with the family who used to own it!!!

Now back to grinding crust and dust, and rust, and Zeebart&quot;, you get the picture.

Ryan

[markinnaples]

I'm with her as I can't wait to see it done as well.

[A12pilot]

Thanks guys! Now I'm over- the- top motivated to get the old gal in paint! So, it's onto the bodywork! I'm starting into it now that the metal work is all done. The first thing I'm tackling is to fill all the pitting in the trunk. I saved the floor, but it's like the surface of the moon! And guess what? I live in Houston, and we gots a friggin' problem over here! I figured I'd hit that a little each day so I don't burn myself out too quickly. Meanwhile, I started to get a game plan together on the rest of the car. I figured I'd go deep, punt early, then pull a hat trick and slide into home! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif I'm not sure what I just said made any sense, but it sure made this post longer! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
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More this week as I get into reconstructing the lost and dented up bodyline on the quarter panels!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Woj]

Looking good Dave. Can't wait to see it back in paint. I'm sure it will be spectacular.

Phil Woj.

[m22mike]

Dave
Ran into Phil last night and we both agree you need to get hoppin' on this project <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif looking forward to your posts on the progress too. Here is hoping you do not have to take to many trips that interfere with this project, sometimes work can be a problem, but not for me anymore. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Good luck
Mike

[A12pilot]

Thanks guys! Sorry for the delay on the reply. That whole work thing getting in the way again, Mike <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif But vacation is underway and it's time to get some bodywork done! First step, body line rebuild!
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I started by taping off the dull remnants of the factory stamping. I then used some body glaze and tapered a very slight skim coat across the tape. Removing the tape revealed a very small ridge which I knocked down with 180. This is a very small amount of glaze. Just enough to get that crisp line back!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

So....break out the old primer gun, spill a cup on the floor, clean that up, then fill up another cup and lay down a few heavy coats.
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I'm pretty happy with the initial results. Now it's onto the other side! And some more trunk sanding and filling. Ugh....I'm glad I saved the floor, but this is more work than just replacing it!
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

And after all that work, I come in and see this! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50188-dscn1743.jpg

Now, the funny thing is, I'm the only one here!! Who's writing these instructions anyway? I'm looking in your direction, Mikey!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[m22mike]

Wasn,t me Dave, <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif you never sent me a Buddy pass... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif
Lookin' good, body line looks nice too. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif One question, do you sweep the floor or just blow the dust outside with the wind blowing like I do sometimes <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif

Mike

[A12pilot]

I ain't buyin' it. You know another guy that has buddy pass access! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif Dust removal? Well, other than the lbs. of it in my nose, I use my shop vac after a pile builds up, then at the end of the day, spend about :30 minutes vacuuming up the floor and finish up with the bucket and mop. Once a week, I'll open the doors up and use my leaf blower when there is a good breeze and clear out the shop: shelves, tools, walls, neighbors. And that helps keep it under control. I know. ...I'm a freak <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: A12pilot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">And after all that work, I come in and see this! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50188-dscn1743.jpg

Now, the funny thing is, I'm the only one here!! Who's writing these instructions anyway? I'm looking in your direction, Mikey!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif</div></div>

Sometimes -- the only way you can carry on an intelligent conversation is to talk to yourself! LOL TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Not much more to see except a couple more days worth of blocking, which looks exactly like it did before except a little less bumpy. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif man....I hate block sanding and take a GOOD long look at those quarter panels. Flat? Yep. Curved? Yuh-huh. Convex, Ogee, Ess, obtuse? All of the above! http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50340-20161010_084429.jpg

This side is now at 220. I'll jump on the other side tomorrow. Hopefully I'll have the whole car crisp and sanded to 220 by the end of the week. Stupid Bob and his awesome show demanding excellence! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[A12pilot]

Rain today here in the Houston area, so I decided to keep the doors shut and tackle the brake and clutch quadrant as well as blast the bumper brackets. So step one, take a lot of pictures. There's a lot of small parts on this thing and they can go any which way! Notice the mark on the spring. That's an inspection mark of some sort, but I don't know what it signifies exactly. Might be a B-Body or Plant specific thing. Either way, it'll go back on! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50363-dscn1768.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50364-dscn1769.jpg

So with it all disassembled, I blasted all the parts and then started to detail it up. And with only 53K miles on it, the clutch and brake pedal pads were in surprisingly great shape so for now, I just cleaned them up with some conditioner and used some stainless polish on the pedal trim.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50365-dscn1770.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50366-dscn1773.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50367-quad2.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50368-quad3.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50369-quad4.jpg

And yes, I built that little stand. I know! You want one too? Everyone needs a clutch and brake pedal quadrant stand!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif I'll wrap this up in some plastic for safe storage until I take it out for reassembly. Meanwhile, I'm shipping out the wiper motor to get done. That takes about 6 weeks, so I'm thinking something in December I'll have that back. OK, more blocking tomorrow!!!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

OH, and I fogot to mention the Quarters. No, it's not something that a line worker left in there. It's a simple way to remove the clutch spring. An old trick I learned from an old hotrod guy. With the clutch pedal retracted in the &quot;up&quot; position, the spring is extended. Use washers, or in my case, money since I'm just swimming in cash ( <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif) and when you retract the spring it holds it's extended shape making removal easy. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Sand.....sand........sand............sand....sand. ....saaaaaaaannnnndddddd!!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50370-dscn1757.jpg
ssssaaaannnd.......sssaaaaaaaannddd.......

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50371-dscn1752.jpg
I have about 90% of all the pitting in the trunk smoothed over. I'm thinking sometime in March I'll be done with it!

Cheers
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

Looks awesome!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[bashton]

I heard that some hot chick is pictured with this car &quot;in progress&quot; in the new 2016 MCACN magazine. Hmmm.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/drool.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/youguysrock.gif

Bashton

[A12pilot]

OOOO!!!! I hope my mail lady doesn't deliver that to the wrong address! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif Maybe I can scam a few extra copies this year! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif OK, so today was a good day. I think I have the passenger side pretty much done with all of the heavy blocking and I don't think I can get that door alignment any better. It's down to 220, so not much left on this side!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50412-dscn1788.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50413-dscn1789.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50414-dscn1785.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50415-dscn1784.jpg

I'm going to be pefectly clear here......I will NEVER....NEVER EVER NEVER EVER EVER NEVER NEVER EVER EVER EVER NEVER NEVER do another 69 Coronet!!!! Those quarter panels are killing me!!!!!!!!

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50416-dscn1786.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50417-dscn1787.jpg

The driver's side is coming along, but I'm still not 100% happy with that mid-quarter body line. It's still a little soft for my liking. And I know how picky Bob is, so I'll have to work on that a little (a lot) more. I'll take than on tomorrow. I think by the end of the week I'll be sitting in 320 and then it'll be time to get the pencil out and start the final look over!!!!! WOO-HOO!!!!! If I can get it painted this month I'll be sitting purdy!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

Again...beautiful!

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

You are on fire!!!

How on earth do you get so much shop time? I am struggling with that:-(

Keep up the good work.

Ryan

[A12pilot]

Thanks, guys! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I'm getting excited and nervous since paint is looming!!!!! I can't wait to lay down the funk, but at the same time, nervous as all get out to do it <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif

Ryan, I back up all my vacation into October so I have it all off. It's about the only month in Houston where it doesn't feel like we're 3ft from the sun and submerged in the Atlantic with 1000% humidity!!! So I take advantage of that by making sure I have the whole free for car stuff (cruises, shows).

Just remember, any little bit you do gets you one step closer to the final product no matter how little you think it is. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Step by step:-)

Good advice, enjoy your sanding holiday:-)

Ryan

[markinnaples]

Looking great, can't wait to see more progress.

[A12pilot]

I had someone email me asking how much I've spent so far on the paint and body at the shop I'm using. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif I first replied slandering this &quot;Shop&quot; for wasting valuable time by taking photos of themselves and posting them online!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif But, since the shop is me and I don't get paid, I don't tend to keep track of my hours but for some weird reason I did on this one. So let's see...I'm at 175hrs of bodywork so far on the car plus an additional 40hrs of metal work. I probably have another 40hrs left, minimum, on the bodywork. As a highly skilled Five Star AAA (or is that AA??) rated bodyman, I charge $50/hr labor rate. Your shop's labor rate may be different. So that's....um....uhhhhh.....two...carry the one....denominator..... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif And all the materials is PPG, and they're pretty proud of their stuff, so that's a punch to the purse. And who the heck knows what else I'm missing in there?! So the answer is &quot;priceless&quot;!!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Yesterday I got the soft bodyline above the driver's rear wheel well nice and crisp and the rest of the car is alomst there. Better pics of that later today. I seam sealed all the areas that needed it: door/trunk skins, trunk drip rails, quarter panel/door jambs, etc. I'll shoot another primer round this morning, and then start with 320 and the guide coat (a second time) today. And I'll be back for more trunk work this afteroon too! I wasn't happy with the front wheel lips, so I spent yesterday redoing those as well. Did I already mention I'll never ever ever NEVER EVER EVER NEVER do another Coronet agian???<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50495-thursday2a.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50496-thursdaya.jpg

More to come!!!!

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

The quarters are a work of art.

The Super Bee is a top 5 car in my virtual collection:-)

Ryan

[earntaz]

Dave -- just a piece of advice ... never say never. That car looks too damn awesome to say you'll NEVER do a Coronet again. TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[cook_dw]

Impressive. Great work!

[SuperNovaSS]

Looking great! I'm tired just looking at those hours of bodywork.

Jason

[A12pilot]

Thanks, Guys! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif The encouragement is really appreciated!!!!! Ryan, a work of art? Yeah, maybe done by Slavador Dali. That guy, I'm tellin' ya, is a freakin' whack-a-doodle! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif So maybe my handiwork will fit right in with his! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif And Taz....NEVER EVER NEVER EVER EVER NEVER EVER NEVER NEVER EVER!!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

OK, so to wrap the week up, I sprayed out the car in another round of DPS3055 to check the lines.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50504-dscn1804.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50505-dscn1805.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50506-dscn1803.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50507-dscn1802.jpg

I'm about 95% done with the trunk. What looked like the surface of the moon now resembles more of the Desert SW with an occasional Meteor Crater. Almost done with this!

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50508-dscn1808.jpg

Also, after about 6hrs, I went back and used some blue painter's tape to mark any dimple, scratch, flaw I could find and as you can see. I found a lot!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif Someone at the shop complex asked me what all the tape marks are for and I said, &quot;Flaws that I need to fix.&quot; His comment was, &quot;Where? I see the tape, but what's it marking?&quot; I had to show him what I was seeing with my flaw eyes and he laughed. He said I was nuts then put a &quot;Needs Help&quot; sticker on my forehead. And, I agree, I do need help. But I still need to fix the flaws!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50509-dscn1813.jpg
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http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50511-dscn1814.jpg

I did figure a way to minimize this problem. Put a nice 5lb sledge hammer blow into the side of the quarter panel. People will be so shocked at that, they'll look past all the other things!!!!! Hmmm <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif Maybe I better not do that....

More next week!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dave

[Xplantdad]

Looks great! I can't wait to see the finished car <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[A12pilot]

You and me both, Bruce! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I just can't wait to see it in paint, let alone assembled! I keep thinking of the process I'm going to use since I'll be doing it in stages: underside, trunk, interior, engine bay, exterior. And I keep changing a few things in my mind everytime I think about it. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif Another round of blocking this week and I amd hoping next week I can get the car on the rotisserie and start shooting the color!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif WOOHOO!!!!!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dave

[Xplantdad]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[A12pilot]

Back onto the twirler so I can finish off the rockers and reduce some of the pitting on the pans. Man...I'm so ready to shoot the gray dip primer on here!
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50745-20161019_134114.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50746-20161018_094536.jpg
And I'm done with the trunk! Now I've got quadruple the pits on the floor. Oh well, what else did I have to do?
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50747-20161019_133835.jpg
Stay tuned for tomorrow's episode of &quot;fill that pit!&quot; Or,something like that :-)

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Looks ready for some colour:-)

Ryan

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50793-dscn1860.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50794-dscn1858.jpg

Wetsanding to 400.....

[A12pilot]

And I discovered the whomptie of all whompties on the front fender! How the heck I missed this is a head scratcher <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif What I've found is that with a whole day of sanding, I need a break to let my hands rest. First thing in the morning is when I find whatever I missed. Can you imagine if I painted that? I can hear the announcer now....&quot;So, Dave....tell us about your whomptie, er, Super Bee....&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50795-dscn1856.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50796-dscn1862.jpg

Lucky I fixed it. The whole car is down to 400 now. Tomorrow will be a few small spot touch ups, fix two areas I'm not happy with, and then another block with 400 followed by a wash. Getting closer!!!!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

A few more of the roof and the quarter panels <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif. There are only a few small areas I need to touch up, surprisingly. I was fully expecting to have to redo them a few times. I think it's getting close!
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50798-dscn1857.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50799-dscn1865.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50800-dscn1861.jpg

I'm about 95% there I think. Is anyone ever REALLY READY to paint a car? My eye goes right to what's wrong with it. Ugh!!!!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif. But I think I'm close!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers

[Woj]

Dave,

I remember when I had a big repair on my 59 Impala (everything below the mid-body trim moulding on the passenger side), the body guy let me help and I block sanded the hell out of that thing only to find the most minor imperfection here and there. When I pointed one of them out to him, he told me to run my hand across the top of the fender where it was factory smooth. It wasn't at all. After the paint, clear and wet sanding, it was perfectly smooth. Better than the factory.

I'm sure you car will be spectacular when done. Thanks for spinning some humor into what appears to be a major addiction around here.

Phil W.

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Xplantdad]

It's looking great!!!

[cook_dw]

Love seeing progress photos.. I have to say Im not a Mopar guy but this is turning into one of my favorites. Also like the classic car hangar website.. You've had/have some great rides.

[A12pilot]

Thanks, Darrell. Don't worry, I'm quickly not becoming a Mopar guy too! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif ugh! Just kidding, and at the end of that day this is just soooooooooo much fun I love every minute of it! After this weekend, I'm ready! I know I'm ready since I was able to put up the heavy fill, nothing but 400 paper laying around, and it was clean enough to pull a car back in! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50821-20161021_145508.jpg

Cheers

Dave

[A12pilot]

Alrighty....the past few days have been productive. The production that has gone on over the weekend is a product of producing a proactive productivity-related protificated providence. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif In other words, I got a lot o' crap done! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I was able to spray the entire car in dip gray primer. I'm very happy with the result since most of the heavy pitting has been filled in and it starting to look like a restored car again!
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50945-dip1.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50946-dip2.jpg

I shot the engine bay, the trunk, the whole interior, and the underside to include the wheel wells and under the fenders. My goal was once the overspray is done, and then the undercoating in the wells, where ever there isn't V2 Hemi Orange, you will see the color of the primer from where the car was submerged in the dip tank. Hence the name, dip primer. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif I tried to get all the nooks and crannies all over so it appears as if the car was dipped and not sprayed. As you can see, this is a big project and a big process so I decided the break this whole paint process up over the course of 4 days. Up next will be the overspray with Hemi Orange!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

And here we are with the factory overspray look! I am using base/clear on the car, and that won't really look right when you try an overspray look. So I mixed a 50/50 ratio of base/clear and hardened to the clear specs for this. This resulted in a lower sheen, which is exactly the look I wanted. I also moved down the pans a little more on the inside since the HVLP guns of today don't really put out the volume and pressure that the guns of the past did. From survivor cars I've seen, the pattern goes a little further in that the HVLP gun would do. So I feathered the spray in further on the pans. I think I got close to it looking correct!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50947-dip3.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50948-dip7.jpg
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http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50950-dip4.jpg

Wheel wells on the Mopars really seemed to get a lot of paint. This area and the front inner fenders get good coverage. I also did thew lower front frame rails as well. I'll massk those off when I shoot the engine bay tonight with the proper base and clear. More to come!!!! It's getting there!!!!

Cheers
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Stunning overspray!!!!

Ryan

[Xplantdad]

awesomeness!

[A12pilot]

Also, in waiting for the vinyl top to go on, I decided to give the car the V02 two-tone paint option so I painted the roof black. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50971-roof3.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50972-roof1.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-50973-roof2.jpg

Cheers
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[m22mike]

Very nice Dave.. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[Woj]

I know a guy who used to do paint and body work. No matter what color he was going to paint a car, he'd always paint it black first to find any imperfections. Then off came the black and the car was resprayed. Seems crazy until you see his work.

Good progress Dave.

Keep it going.

Phil W.

[Billohio]

Outstanding work Dave

[SS427]

Looks great and very authentic Dave. She will be a beaut when completed!

[A12pilot]

Thanks, guys!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif The last few days have been exhausting! I did notice that the stocks in my 401K that relate to masking tape and masking plastic have soard due to my buying spree these past few days. I know....I can't believe I have those in my portfolio too <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif. I try to invest seasonally, too. I buy pumpkins in August and sell in October. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif It's a win-win all around. Where was I? Oh yeah, speaking of pumpkins.....here's my Great One!!!! First step was to mask off the exterior and undercarriage in preps for spraying the interior, engine bay, and trunk.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51085-dscn1915.jpg
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To add some autheticity to the paint job, I hung the fender tag from the steering column support and dusted it with the base coat only. All A12 cars were built at the Lynch Road plant and this, unlike at the other plants, was how the tag was painted. As an example, a St. Louis car would have the tag screwed into the inner fender with on edge bent up. Paint was applied to the tag and then it was bent back and fastened with the other screw. As a result, the tag has a bend on one edge, one screw is painted and the other unpainted. Lynch Road cars had the tag hung inside the car so some got paint, some got a dusting, depending on the painter that day. As a rule, they are all unbent and the screws are both natural. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51088-dscn1922.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51089-dscn1927.jpg

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51090-dscn1924.jpg

Now with the trunk, interior and engine bay out of the way, the next day I came in and spent a good 8hrs masking everything off. I masked the engine bay where the inner fender meets up with the outer fender so there is no visible line anywhere. The mask line on the firewall is under the drip rail as you can see above. After all that was done, out comes the base and I was just waiting for the next thing to go wrong!!!!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/whistle.gif


Here we are with fresh V2 Hemi Orange!!!!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51091-dscn1917.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51092-dscn1943.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51093-dscn1958.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51094-dscn1942.jpg

cheers

[A12pilot]

A few more.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51095-dscn1952.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51096-dscn1955.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51097-dscn1962.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51098-dscn1953.jpg

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Of course, the first thing I had to do was put the fender tag back on! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/drool.gif Thanks guys for following along and the words of encouragement!!! I have some more photos next week after I paint the doors and some detail items.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51099-dscn1951.jpg


So what's up next? I need a freakin break!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif But I'm so excited for Phase II. Next up will be the interior doors painted black, radiator blackout, engine bay markings, and a cool thing I have planned for driver's side inner quarter panel window area <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif Stay tuned for more posts like, &quot;Why am I even in this hobby?&quot; and notable things like, &quot;I labeled all the part and put them in baggies. How come I can't find (insert part here) and have three of (insert part not from another make/model car) these in here???&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[markinnaples]

Paint looks fantastic.

[njsteve]

Looks beautiful.

BTW, the left screw should be painted orange and the right screw would be natural on your car. See the slight bend in the left upper corner of the tag? That is there because the tags were installed by one screw prior to paint and bent up slightly in case one of the line inspectors decided to put an inspection mark into the tag. After the car got further down the line, the other screw was installed later.

[A12pilot]

A few more.....I'm so glad it's done! Now it'll jet be another 40hrs for the cut and buff......it's never ending!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51100-phoneright.jpg

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51101-phonetrunk2.jpg
Here's the trunk and I think I got most of the pitting out and very happy with it. So what to do with all that work? Throw a mat over it so nobody will see it anyway!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/10/full-18993-51102-phoneright2.jpg

OK...now it's time for a Shock Top Twisted Pretzel beverage....or ten.....OH YEAH!!!!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[cook_dw]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Woj]

Right on Dave. The car looks great. Keep up the good work.

Phil W. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Steve.....check my explanation on that fender tag... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

Thanks for the well wishes guys!!

Dave

[njsteve]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: A12pilot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Steve.....check my explanation on that fender tag... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

Thanks for the well wishes guys!!

Dave </div></div>

Did I miss it somewhere?

[A12pilot]

You did.....check the previous page for the explanation for Lynch Road cars <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif They were different than all other plants <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif
Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

You are on fire!!!

Progress like a BOSS!!!

Ryan

[SuperNovaSS]

Well done! Your determination and attention to detail is off the chart.


Jason

[njsteve]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: A12pilot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">You did.....check the previous page for the explanation for Lynch Road cars <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif They were different than all other plants <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif
Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif </div></div>

Ahhh, very interesting. Learn something new everyday. I'll have to go back and look at my old photos of my Hemi orange, Lynch Road '71 Hemi Charger sunroof car (the one Tim Welborn has now). it was original paint when I got it. Funny thing about that car is that there was little to no Hemi orange paint in the engine compartment. It was as if the painter made one half-hearted pass with the paint gun while standing in front and never got the firewall or the inner fenders below the top portions.

[A12pilot]

Steve,

Yeah, that's the reason that the bottoms of the frame rails, inner trunk lid supports, under the package tray, were all just usually dip gray primer. The painter had a job to do and if he couldn't reach it, oh well. Under side of the battery tray is another common non-painted area.

No worries the critique with the fender tag. I'm the KING of learning something new everyday!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif Kelly tells me that often!

Another thing about LR cars is the dimples in the firewall. There are either one, two, a dimple and a chisel mark, two chisel marks, on one side or both. It varies by car, they aren't uniform or consistent, and are only on Lynch Road cars. I never heard of that and there is a 9 page thread on the A12 board about just that! Interesting, trivial, and just when you think you heard it all something like this comes up and it makes you scratch your head <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

Always open for critiques, corrections, and questions.....and beer....I like beer <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[earntaz]

At what point did you shoot the door jams ... TAZ

[A12pilot]

I shot the jambs, inner doors, trunk gutters, and underside of the decklid all at the same time so as not to have any overspray or masking lines. The trunk lid I kept closed with a wire that went from the latch to the striker latch on the underside of the lid. On mopars, that latch plate is painted body color. The latch mechanism isn't painted but the bolts are since there was a mechanism installed to keep the trunk closed when the outside was painted. Aso a result, the truck latch striker gets painted on the deck lid, and the latch should be plated correctly [no paint] but the bolts that hold it on are painted body color since those bolts were holding the temporary latch in place during the paint process <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif hope that helps!

Dave

[earntaz]

Thanks Dave -- I think I will follow your lead on this ... the only part I will deviate on is the underside of the hood and deck lid will be painted semi-gloss black (just to be different) as the Nova will be painted code 52 Yellow. Thanks again for the vector ... TAZ

[Xplantdad]

Wowza....looks great!

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51409-20161101_124654.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51410-20161101_124647.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51411-20161101_124722.jpg

I added the radiator and headlight bucket blackout. This was done kind of crappily [is that two &quot;p&quot;s or one? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif ] as was done by the factory, and the coverage was not the best either. Some overspray got on the underside of the core support and inner fender as well. I painted the interior doors with single stage black too. Getting ready to start the cut and polish!

Cheers

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51412-20161101_095037.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51413-20161101_095025.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51414-20161101_095050.jpg
After masking off the doors and painting the upper and lower parts with the single stage black, I added factory number markings that were on the doors when I disassembled them. Also, the front and rear window channels had a yellow tick mark by each reveal molding clip. I assume this was so that after the vinyl top was installed they knew where the screw hole was. Always good to find the right hole!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif I'm just sayin'.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

[Xplantdad]

Looks great...thanks for the Halloween themed pics! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[SS427]

Very nice indeed.

[cook_dw]

Impressive. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/Can-I-Have-It.gif

[A12pilot]

Thanks guys! I'm trying to hold up the standards that this forum is used to seeing. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif So, my heater core came back from Bob at Glen Ray radiators, and I installed that into the heater box and added the factory stamping on the front.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51515-dscn1986.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51516-dscn1988.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51517-dscn1987.jpg

The heater box is now ready for installation. I also started in on blasting some small parts and wanted to get jack detailed up. I noticed after blasting, certain areas had heavy runs. This tells me how the part was painted and I'll hang it when I paint it to replicate those runs! I know!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/drool.gif This worthless info is so much fun you can't stand it!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51518-dscn1994.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51519-dscn1993.jpg

I latched the doors, so now the wetsanding and polishing can begin. I had to rearrange the shop a bit, and it's getting close to engine install day!!! Of course, I have to follow my checklist. Pretty easy steps restoring a car. Not really sure why everyone makes a big deal out of this!!!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51520-dscn1991.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51521-dscn1995.jpg

Cheers
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[mockingbird812]

<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif Nice. We like excruciating details!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

[A12pilot]

All the new parts are showing up and I figured I'd better get to wetsanding and polishing before I have a car done and then realize I never did the cut and buff! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif I did get a few bugs in the top coat, and of course the worse one is staring you right in the face. So I'm going to have to get the dental pick out to remove said bug and then add a few drops of clear on top. Hopefully after the sanding the worst one will be unseen. I'm going for the factory look so I want just a tad bit of peel, but not too much. Fortunately, I'm lazy, so doing it sub-par is right up my alley! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51534-20161103_134856.jpg

I'm starting with 1500, 1000 in some places where there is excessive peel, and then I'll work my way up to 10,000 grit.
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/crazy.gif

Cheers

[earntaz]

Hmmm ... 10,000 grit -- I didn't think that was available here in the Lone Star State!!@#$

[olredalert]

----10,000 grit is simply your hands without any hand cream.......Bill S

[Woj]

The Home Depot bucket, very appropriate!!

[SS427]

Looks great Dave. There are a lot of parts on GM cars that were dipped and I try to replicate the same by dipping them in a pale of semi gloss black lacquer. They have changed the formula over the years so it does not react like it used to but still looks better than spraying and you also get the solids and solvents to separate around holes and similar areas giving it an opaque run so to speak. Looks perfect for us anal retentive guys.

[A12pilot]

Thanks for the suggestion on the jack paint. Great information! I'll be getting into that next week. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

In continuing on the continuation of wetsanding, <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif I'm done and the car is buffed out. Good news? No compound residue anywhere. Bad news? While painting, I bumped into the workbench which, not realizing it, awakened the Giant Mothra who then landed on my fender.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51780-mothra_9.jpg


Swooping down like a terradactyl on an unsuspecting cave dude. I was able to get most of it out, but I'm not happy. I'm debating what to do and the first thing will be a magnifying glass, dental pick, and the cat like steadiness that I inherited from my Hungarian heritage. What that has to do with anything, I don't really know. But I make a darn good Chicken Paprikash! So, I'll try and get it out that way then dab on some clear. My second option is to divert attention to it at all costs. If I see someone looking in that direction I'll scream out something to distract them and redirect their gaze. I can see it now...&quot;Wow Dave. Nice paint! Engine bay looks great. Let me walk around here and...&quot; &quot;Booobs!&quot; [Me yelling and pointing off into the distance at nothing]. And after they are distracted, bring them back down to reality and say, &quot;Hey, let me show you the door handle! It's chrome and shiney! OoooOOOoo shiney shiney!!&quot; But seriously, If it comes down to it, I'll just reshoot the whole car. Should be pretty simple at this point! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif

Here's the door and fender polished up!

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51789-img_20161110_060839.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51790-img_20161110_060921.jpg


If you remember back a few pages, I found this parts tag in the driver's quarter window.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51784-img_5302.jpg

I made a replica of it and hung it back in the same area I found it so some other moron 47yrs later will find it when they restore the car again.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51788-img_20161110_060445.jpg


http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51787-20161028_125838.jpg

I also made copies of the Broadcast sheet and hung it in the window like they did back in the day. I think further down the line the sheet was hung on the front of the car by the grille. I trying to add some realism to the car during this process, so I'm also thinking of putting on a set of coveralls, add a few tattoos, then right as the car is about to meet up with the engine at a critical moment, yell out, &quot;breeeak time!&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Stay tuned for upcoming episodes of &quot;This old Bee&quot; where you'll hear such famous quotes as, &quot;Why do I have so many bolts left over? &quot; and &quot;Huh. Three sets of door weatherstripping. Huh....it's for a Camaro?&quot; And of course, &quot;I just had that dang 1/2&quot; wrench in my hand two friggin' minutes ago! Where is it!?!?! These freakin' cars, stupid hobby, lousy country club and their stupid rules! Oh, express checkout, huh? Why is my lane slower than the others? BAH!!!&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/mad.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cry.gif

I'm thinking of writing a book after this. &quot;Restoring the American Dream: What NOT to do when building your dream car&quot;. Forward by the whole Yenko.net Forum and a forwarded forward by Bob Ashton [although he doesn't know it yet] <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[earntaz]

Looks awesome!! Can I ask what brand compound/polish you used? Thanks TAZ

[markinnaples]

Paint looks killer.

[A12pilot]

TAZ, I'm using the 3M Perfect-It system. It's a 4 pad, 3 compound kit. Works really well. I had tried Meguiar's system as well starting with their heavy cut compound, and that worked well too. But hands down the 3M is the best.

Thanks for the compliments! No, it's not perfect and will no way hold a candle next to a Mikey special, but I'm pretty proud of it! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dave

[napa68]

Stay tuned for upcoming episodes of &quot;This old Bee&quot; where you'll hear such famous quotes as, &quot;Why do I have so many bolts left over? &quot; and &quot;Huh. Three sets of door weatherstripping. Huh....it's for a Camaro?&quot; And of course, &quot;I just had that dang 1/2&quot; wrench in my hand two friggin' minutes ago! Where is it!?!?! These freakin' cars, stupid hobby, lousy country club and their stupid rules! Oh, express checkout, huh? Why is my lane slower than the others? BAH!!!&quot; mad cry

I'm thinking of writing a book after this. &quot;Restoring the American Dream: What NOT to do when building your dream car&quot;. Forward by the whole Yenko.net Forum and a forwarded forward by Bob Ashton [although he doesn't know it yet] bigthumbup



Hilarious! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: A12pilot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">TAZ, I'm using the 3M Perfect-It system. It's a 4 pad, 3 compound kit. Works really well. I had tried Meguiar's system as well starting with their heavy cut compound, and that worked well too. But hands down the 3M is the best.

Thanks for the compliments! No, it's not perfect and will no way hold a candle next to a Mikey special, but I'm pretty proud of it! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dave</div></div>

Thanks Dave -- I'll see if I can chase down those 3M products here in SA ... TAZ <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51836-dscn2018.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51837-dscn2023.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51838-dscn2014.jpg
A few more of the polishing. We all like looking at pictures! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/drool.gif I mean, that's how I got through college!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51839-dscn1985.jpg

I was blasting the forward k-member bracket and found another factory marking. This &quot;2&quot; is also on the survivor A12 Bee I'm using a reference for my restoration as well. I penned in where the marking is below. It was easier to see in person and with is wiped with solvent.
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51840-img_20161112_054255.jpg

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

MCACN 2017

You must be working 24-7?

Ryan

[olredalert]

----Craig,,,Any automotive paint store worth its salt will carry all the 3M products......Bill S

[m22mike]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: olredalert</div><div class="ubbcode-body">----Craig,,,Any automotive paint store worth its salt will carry all the 3M products......Bill S </div></div>

I snag most all my 3M polish off ebay, expensive stuff so shop around... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Mike

[DaveC68]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: m22mike</div><div class="ubbcode-body"><div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: olredalert</div><div class="ubbcode-body">----Craig,,,Any automotive paint store worth its salt will carry all the 3M products......Bill S </div></div>

I snag most all my 3M polish off ebay, expensive stuff so shop around... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Mike </div></div>

I found this deal on Amazon to be the best on double sided pads and quick connect adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-33661-Qui...+polishing+pads (https://www.amazon.com/Perfect-33661-Quick-Connect-1-2-3/dp/B01BN8ITK0/ref=sr_1_6?s=automotive&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1478978786&amp;sr= 1-6&amp;keywords=3m+polishing+pads)

I bought my compounds and polish from local jobber, in quarts and gallons.... this doesn't look like a bad start for pints and pads either. Just can't tell if the pads are quick connect..but it doesn't appear to come with the adapter.

https://www.amazon.com/3M-POLISHING-3906...+polishing+pads (https://www.amazon.com/3M-POLISHING-39062-39061-5723/dp/B0082LK87Y/ref=sr_1_3?s=automotive&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1478978786&amp;sr= 1-3&amp;keywords=3m+polishing+pads)

[olredalert]

----I should have thought of other ways to access 3M stuff, but I try to buy from local places whenever I can. Kinda ingrained into my little pea-sized brain.......Bill S

[A12pilot]

I added the grille and radiator blackout and starting to add a few parts here and there. It gets kind of sloppy with slight overspray on the upper support and spotty coverage behind bolts based on the spray pattern. I looked at several survivor cars to replicate the psttern. I'm refinishing the gas tank and waiting on a few more parts to come in so i can get the tank and lines installed. After that, it comes off the twirler for the last time!!!

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52123-dscn1984.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52124-dscn1978.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52125-dscn1979.jpg

Parts lined up. Looking like a mini Lynch Road plant in here! Was that the whistle??? All I need is the roach-coach to show up at break time to be Uber authentic. Actually, I better not. I'll probably tear that down and restore it too <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52128-dscn1995.jpg
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Added a few things in the engine bay. Wiper motor is out and will be back probably in January. The engine harness is NOS and probably the last one on the planet!

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52130-20161112_132823.jpg

Another MoparMolnar assembly pic!!! :thumbsup:
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52131-20161112_134520.jpg

See you all Saturday at MCACN!!!!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dave

[olredalert]

----It was funny when you mentioned your name, Molnar as I have an old friend in Ohio named Dick Molnar who was a big Mopar guy for years and years. He could really make a 440 sing. His nickname around Seville area as well as Dragway 42 was Mr. Mopower!......Bill S

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: A12pilot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Thanks for the suggestion on the jack paint. Great information! I'll be getting into that next week. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

In continuing on the continuation of wetsanding, <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif I'm done and the car is buffed out. Good news? No compound residue anywhere. Bad news? While painting, I bumped into the workbench which, not realizing it, awakened the Giant Mothra who then landed on my fender.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51780-mothra_9.jpg


Swooping down like a terradactyl on an unsuspecting cave dude. I was able to get most of it out, but I'm not happy. I'm debating what to do and the first thing will be a magnifying glass, dental pick, and the cat like steadiness that I inherited from my Hungarian heritage. What that has to do with anything, I don't really know. But I make a darn good Chicken Paprikash! So, I'll try and get it out that way then dab on some clear. My second option is to divert attention to it at all costs. If I see someone looking in that direction I'll scream out something to distract them and redirect their gaze. I can see it now...&quot;Wow Dave. Nice paint! Engine bay looks great. Let me walk around here and...&quot; &quot;Booobs!&quot; [Me yelling and pointing off into the distance at nothing]. And after they are distracted, bring them back down to reality and say, &quot;Hey, let me show you the door handle! It's chrome and shiney! OoooOOOoo shiney shiney!!&quot; But seriously, If it comes down to it, I'll just reshoot the whole car. Should be pretty simple at this point! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif

Here's the door and fender polished up!

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51789-img_20161110_060839.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51790-img_20161110_060921.jpg


If you remember back a few pages, I found this parts tag in the driver's quarter window.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51784-img_5302.jpg

I made a replica of it and hung it back in the same area I found it so some other moron 47yrs later will find it when they restore the car again.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51788-img_20161110_060445.jpg


http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-51787-20161028_125838.jpg

I also made copies of the Broadcast sheet and hung it in the window like they did back in the day. I think further down the line the sheet was hung on the front of the car by the grille. I trying to add some realism to the car during this process, so I'm also thinking of putting on a set of coveralls, add a few tattoos, then right as the car is about to meet up with the engine at a critical moment, yell out, &quot;breeeak time!&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Stay tuned for upcoming episodes of &quot;This old Bee&quot; where you'll hear such famous quotes as, &quot;Why do I have so many bolts left over? &quot; and &quot;Huh. Three sets of door weatherstripping. Huh....it's for a Camaro?&quot; And of course, &quot;I just had that dang 1/2&quot; wrench in my hand two friggin' minutes ago! Where is it!?!?! These freakin' cars, stupid hobby, lousy country club and their stupid rules! Oh, express checkout, huh? Why is my lane slower than the others? BAH!!!&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/mad.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cry.gif

I'm thinking of writing a book after this. &quot;Restoring the American Dream: What NOT to do when building your dream car&quot;. Forward by the whole Yenko.net Forum and a forwarded forward by Bob Ashton [although he doesn't know it yet] <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

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Actually - there was a big cardboard version of the Broadcast sheet that usually hung off the hood.....a friend found one in one car all folded up inside the pass side door. BTW - Car looks great!

[A12pilot]

Well Jim, now I have to go and make that! Thanks! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I know there was a larger version of the sheet but didn't know about where it was placed. Very interesting and thanks for sharing!

Incidentally, I have 5 broadcast sheets for my 2016 Scat Pack Challenger, and it includes the big sheet that says &quot;Final&quot; on it. Three of the sheets have tape on them where they were hung on the car! Really neat. Also, I have a contact at Chrysler who ran my VIN and my Scat is a a very early build ando a 1 of 1 <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Guess I'm going to have to blow that sheet up and hang it from the hood....Oh wait.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

Cheers

[A12pilot]

Oh....and don't worry about the finish on the hood pins....I'm getting to that! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: A12pilot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Well Jim, now I have to go and make that! Thanks! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I know there was a larger version of the sheet but didn't know about where it was placed. Very interesting and thanks for sharing!

Incidentally, I have 5 broadcast sheets for my 2016 Scat Pack Challenger, and it includes the big sheet that says &quot;Final&quot; on it. Three of the sheets have tape on them where they were hung on the car! Really neat. Also, I have a contact at Chrysler who ran my VIN and my Scat is a a very early build ando a 1 of 1 <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Guess I'm going to have to blow that sheet up and hang it from the hood....Oh wait.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

Cheers </div></div>

Haha! - good point.....where to hang it on an A12...Hmmmmmmmm :^)

[A12pilot]

Replicated the dipped and dripped finish on the torsion bars.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52248-20161117_105308.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52249-20161117_105314.jpg

Also, found the factory brown paint daubs on the originals and added them to the new ones
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The brown is darker in real life, for some reason it's looking more tan. It's getting there!
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

Awesomeness!

[Billohio]

Congratulations on mcacn enthusiasts of the year. Always enjoy reading your posts and seeing the good work!

[A12pilot]

Thanks Bill! I think I went to a carshow last weekend....all I remember is I blinked and next thing I know I was back home! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif That weekend just goes by WAAAY too fast. It was nice meeting a bunch of faces from the forum. I think next year I'm going to set up a &quot;Meet the Dork&quot; booth so I can just sit in one place and meet everyone. Just not enough time.

So, moving on, it's nice to have some parts prerestored so they can just go on immediately right after paint! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif The past few days I've been busy, and would have been more busy but parts are on backorder. Funny...they said &quot;in stock&quot; when I clicked the button! So a quick call to the big retailer and here's how it went down:

Retailer: &quot;Hello, Day 2, can I help you?&quot;
Me: &quot;Um, yeah, I see that a bunch of my parts I ordered that said they were in stock are actually on backorder...&quot;
Retailer: &quot;Yeah, what's the problem?&quot;
Me: &quot;The probelm is many things, but right now, when will I expect to see my body plug kit?&quot;
Retailer: &quot;Let's see..(keyboard typing sound)...hmm...please hold...[click]
- - - sound of &quot;love hurts&quot; by Nazareth - - -
Retailer: &quot;Sir?&quot;
Me: &quot;Yes?&quot;
Retailer; &quot;Please hold...&quot;
- - - &quot;theeyyyre nooottttt fooolin' meee....I knoww it isnt' true.....I know it isn't true...&quot; - - -
Retailer: &quot;OK sir, It says you'll see them in Nevuary...&quot;
Me: &quot;Nevuary....when's that?&quot; <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif
Retailer: &quot;Right after (inaudible static sound)...Thank you for using Day 2!&quot; {click} <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif

So, in the meatime while I wait for parts to show up, here's some handiwork to get me by until Nevuary shows up <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/bs.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52973-dscn2107.jpg
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Gastank cleaned up, all the lines installed and shocks hung in place. I detailed up the filler neck with a mottled finish on neck, along with the red painted band on the part that seats in the tank seal. I don't know if that's a sealer they used from the factory or something else, but its red. And I had red laying around, so red went on it! Also, the filler opening is dipped in black epoxy. I used the survior Bee (5600 mile car) as a reference on this <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

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A few more with the wiper linkage, heater core, and peals installed. Also, engine bay with the master cylinder, lines, and a few other odds and ends installed. I'm going to have to order a new MC lid from Frank (you know...you could lower that price on that Frank...I'm just sayin' <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif ) and a few, ok, a LOT, of other parts from him shortly.

Something cool...my Bee has about 53K miles on it. As a result, the pedal pads are in really great shape! So I thought I'd leave them on so a little piece of Gary could be with me everytime I climb behind the wheel! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Waiting on the emergency brake cables to come in so I can finish up the undercarriage and get this thing off the twirler!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Every piece is fantastic,

How did they. Hold these cars so fast back in the day?

Ryan

[cook_dw]

Wow.. is all I can say.. Speechless..

[chevyman0429]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: A12pilot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I added the grille and radiator blackout and starting to add a few parts here and there. It gets kind of sloppy with slight overspray on the upper support and spotty coverage behind bolts based on the spray pattern. I looked at several survivor cars to replicate the psttern. I'm refinishing the gas tank and waiting on a few more parts to come in so i can get the tank and lines installed. After that, it comes off the twirler for the last time!!!

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52123-dscn1984.jpg
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Parts lined up. Looking like a mini Lynch Road plant in here! Was that the whistle??? All I need is the roach-coach to show up at break time to be Uber authentic. Actually, I better not. I'll probably tear that down and restore it too <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/11/full-18993-52128-dscn1995.jpg
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif </div></div>
Spent many weekends as a kid with my father and his 55 Chevy street racing on lynch road. It was nothing to show up there around midnight on Friday night and there be 1500-2000 people there for the street races. Race right up to daylight Saturday mornings leave have breakfast go home and sleep and be right back at midnight on Saturday night. Lots of great memorie.

Great job on the restoration Sir.

[Woj]

I'm sure we will see the video of this car running in a couple of weeks.... No pressure Dave. Unless of course you are working on the Stang. The Bee looks great. Good progress. Hopefully work doesn't get in the way too much.

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[A12pilot]

Thanks guys! And Phil, you know darn well I'm jumping into that Stang post haste! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif. Someone asked me the other day how I afford to do all this, if maybe I was independently wealthy or something. Of course my college educated posterior ( smart a$$) piped up and said ,&quot; Oh, quite the contrary....I'm collectively BROKE!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Ok, I am going to slow down a bit, so don't panic. Have to pace myself. Can't be getting this thing done too soon since I'll want to beat on it worse than a teenager with a Playboy. And my luck I'd probably do something to it that I couldn't get fixed in time for MCACN 2017. I can hear that phone call now....

Bob: &quot;MCACN World HQ, can I help you?&quot;
Me: &quot;Hey Bob, Dave here. You might remember me from such memorable emails as 'A nightmare before MCACN' , and 'Paint blops; A clown's guide to making your muscle car look factory authentic'.....listen, about that unveiling. Are you by chance intereted in doing the post Demolition Derby look this year? Great! Thanks Bob! We can always count on you! ( Click )
Bob: &quot; Hello??&quot;

But fear not! There's still plenty to update. I mean, there's a whole plethora of paint blops to apply ahead!!!!

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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

It's a monumentousable day here! The Bee is off the rotisserie! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif What a great feeling. Why? Cause in about 2 weeks I'll have that Mustang on it! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/whistle.gif Why do I put myself through this...just CAN'T leave anything alone, can I? I'm pretty excited!!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif
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Wheel well moldings installed, headlight buckets are in, and a few other things. Just dropped off a pile of parts at the chrome shop to have redone, stainless polished, and I hope to have that back here at month's end. Chrome shop is clear across town so it's a day's adventure going over there. It should take me less time to drive back since my wallet will be lighter and therefore, less parasitic drag to worry about <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif

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More to come!!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[cook_dw]

Outstanding.. It is no wonder why you got enthusiast of the year.. I actually look forward everyday to see if there are updates. Now we get to see a stang go through the process.. Just need to do a GM muscle car to round out the big 3..

[A12pilot]

Ha! Thanks Darrell. Ya know, I had a 67 GTO way back when and would love another. But I think I'd want a 65 or a 69/70 Judge this time around. I think if a cool project GTO came around I'd jump on it. Three threads at once? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dave

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-53608-20161203_115332.jpg

H-Pipe installed and I'm just about ready to wheel this whole assembly into place! Meanwhile, started working on the window regulators. Pics to follow!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[napa68]

I love the build and the progress.

Do you sleep?

[earntaz]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: napa68</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I love the build and the progress.

Do you sleep?</div></div>

&quot;With visions of MoPars going thru his head&quot; ...

[A12pilot]

zzzzzzzzsnnnnug, HUH? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/sleep.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/sleep.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/sleep.gif Who? Man, I had this horrible dream I was working on vacuum powered pumpkin that was sucking my bank account dry! Oh, wait.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif

Window regulator on the passenger side done, cleaned, detailed, rollers rebuilt, and everything greased. We like greased rollers! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif Just three more set of door/quarter internals to go!

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-53622-dscn2191.jpg

Headlights installed.....

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-53629-dscn2161.jpg

And now I'm strategerally placing the engine/trans in place for the final lift! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

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So freakin' cool!!!!!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif Fresh paint....4 bolts....&quot;iffy&quot; engine hoist....what could go wrong??? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif

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Luckily....nothing! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-53636-dscn2175.jpg

All that's left is to take out the engine dolly I had everything mounted on!

Cheers


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[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-53637-dscn2176.jpg

Removing the engine cradle for the last time! So what's one to do on a day like this after such a momentous occasion? Well, if the song &quot;Vogue&quot; or &quot;Stayin' Alive&quot; has taught me anything, it's strike a pose and strut! Many don't know this, but I was a professional bodybuilder at 18 growing up in NJ. So, in props to my old skool muskle shows, it's only natural to make the crowds cheer!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-53638-dscn2177.jpg
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Oh yeah, they went nuts when I hit these poses!!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif Don't let the size of those guns fool you!!!! I rocked it back in the day! Fortunately I got out of bodybuilding about a week after I got into it, since the girl I was going for met some dork at the shore that year, but still!

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What's one to do after a day like this? Simple....kick back and enjoy the progress! And just to appease Mikey, I had to use my GM cup!
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http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-53644-dscn2179.jpg

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[m22mike]

I hope to hell that there's beer in that cup Dave <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif Great work.
Hay Phil, you watching ? He is going to fire that thing this week.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-2974-53648-bunny.jpg

[olredalert]

----Dave,,,, Gotta ask,,, Who hangs out with you and clicks all the pics? Sorry we didnt meet at MCACN. Im sure I would have liked that......Bill S

[427TJ]

Very cool!

[Woj]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: m22mike</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I hope to hell that there's beer in that cup Dave <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif Great work.
Hay Phil, you watching ? He is going to fire that thing this week.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

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I think we should take inside bets of when he fires her up. Great progress. I know Dave makes it look easy, but I also know he works his a$$ doing all the behind scenes details.

Keep up the good work Dave.

Phil <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

[A12pilot]

Well....several things are going to prevent that from happening this month. Mainly, the wiper motor is out being restored and until that comes back the dash won't go in since it's a royal pain hooking that up with the dash installed. Steer &amp; Gear has the steering box, so I'm waiting on that too. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif but in the meantime, I've got the whole interior, doors, headliner/v-top, and another polishing round to do. Not to mention a bunch of redoing junk on the steering linkage finishes. Good thing I'm not planning on having this judged! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif So fear not! I'll have more updates and pics forthcoming!

And Bill....would have been nice to meet you too. Definitely next year! I'll be hanging around a certain car next year so be sure and say hi. And as far as the pics, that would be me with a tripod/ timer handy! I know.....pretty dorky but it's all for fun [once verified that nothing will fall on me if I move to set the camera! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif ]

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[cook_dw]

Keep up the amazing work Dave!!!

[bashton]

Almost time to slap a cover on that thing and build the suspense... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/drool.gif

Bashton

[1969grb]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: A12pilot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-53608-20161203_115332.jpg

H-Pipe installed and I'm just about ready to wheel this whole assembly into place! Meanwhile, started working on the window regulators. Pics to follow!
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Cheers
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How is that going to breathe with those tiny pipes??? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif I think you need some headers! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/3gears.gif

[1969grb]

Hey Dave, Just had to mess with you a little. Car is looking great!


Grady

[A12pilot]

Compared to the toilet plumbing you had on the COPO.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/cool.gif...yeah....they are a little weak looking even at 2.5&quot; If I had a set of those things I'd just hang them on the wall and look at them all day. So friggin' cool!

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Thanks for the compliments guys. I'm trying! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

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Window regulator final detail. Markings put back where I found them. Will you see them? Nope. Does anyone care? Not really. Is it cool!? Of course it is!!!!!!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif And you can see that part tag number hanging in the quarter window too<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif

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Parking brake foot pedal, parking brake lines all installed.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54011-dscn2202.jpg

Something unique on the front fender splash shield retaining bolt at the fender. Looking at several survior cars, this bolt was blacked out with a a brush, not spray. I have seen some not blacked out, some got sprayed with the undercoating, but for the most part, this was hand painted. Just another detail item nobody will notice....or think much of.....or care about!
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Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Below you can see the torsion bar details. Remember those factory drips? Now you can see them installed. They don't face downwards...they basically face which ever way they happened to be installed. Torsion bars are indexed Left and Right. And the part number faces aft and is visible through the torsion bar crossember. 780 and 781 are the numbers for mine as depicted on the Broadcast sheet.<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif OOOOOO! And you can see the cylinder bore size letters just barely under the engine paint telling the engine builder guy what sized piston ring to get! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

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Front end with the K-Member support brace and that &quot;2&quot; marking I found. I used the survivor Bee's marking to simulate mine since mine was pretty far gone to really determine what it looked like.

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Transmission crossmember marking. What do all of these mean, anyway???? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif I'm pretty sure they were put there by guys knowing that in 45yrs people will be looking at them like cave paintings trying to decipher what they mean so they made them as stupid and vauge as possible!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[68l30]

I was hoping you were going to black out that bolt and tab... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

BIG

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54016-dscn2220.jpg

Front suspension just about buttoned up. I'm waiting on some NOS upper control arm bumpers to come in before I get the massive drums on and let the suspension &quot;hang&quot;. Once those are in, the car goes up in the air as far as I can get it with jack stands and then I can spray the undercoating in the wells. Yep....all this stuff goes on first then the junk gets sprayed over everything. I'm going to be a little neater than the factory was, but still going to get it as close as I can to the factory look.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54020-dscn2222.jpg

I detailed my spare tire with a few markings, paint blop where the wheel weight is to be installed, and the &quot;104&quot; sticker. I need to repaint the rim since it's a bit dull and showing some wear. All wheels are the correct 15 x 6 JJ &quot;H&quot; wheels. 4 are dated correct but two are a little out of date for my build. Is that the UPS GUY??!?!?
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/laugh.gif PARTS PARTS PARTS!!!!!!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[m22mike]

Dave
Great detail and photo documentation, and yes all the hidden inspection marks matter <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif
Are those massive rear window tracks cast aluminum, or steel ?

Mike

[A12pilot]

Mike,
The regulator and arms are galvanized steel. The big track window mounting is cast aluminum. Lots of photos of that thing out of the car to remember how it all goes back together. Then again, this is my 9th B-Body so you'd think I'd remember how it all goes together! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[cook_dw]

Nice!! Graveyard Cars aint got nothing on you!!

[A12pilot]

Finally got a box of parts in so I can make some more progress! Since I detailed up the spare, I'm itchin' to get that bad boy in there! Using the survior car as a reference, I decided to stamp my trunk mat to match.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54363-dscn2304.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54364-dscn2305.jpg

As you can see on the above image, the pattern is repeated on the roll of material that is used for the mat, so the upper number gets cut off if you continue the repetition. Makes it looks more authentical n' stuff! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54365-dscn2301.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54366-dscn2315.jpg

Jack installed, mat in place, and the spare secured down.... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54367-survivorspare.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54368-dscn2307.jpg

The top picture is the spare tire from a 5600 Mile survivor Bee, and the below picture is my rendition of it for my car. What do the markings mean? Best I can tell, they were the intials of the worker that installed the spare in the car that day. I'm just kidding, but now that it's here black and white on the intermanet, I'm sure it won't be long before it pops up on another forum as gospel! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Vinyl top has been laying out for the past few weeks, and next month I'll install it. It's been boxed up for quite a while, so I want it to lay out for a good month or two to get most of the harder wrinkles out before it gets glued down. Nothin' one of them heat guns can't get out,or a propane torch, but still..... this helps!
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54370-dscn2311.jpg

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54371-dscn2312.jpg
Above you can see the yellow tick marks that I applied at each reveal molding screw hole. Once the top is in place, this will make finding those nice and easy. After I removed my top I found these marks at each hole, front and back, where it was covered by the vinyl top. Pretty cool!!!!!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif So you know I had to replicate that, but this time, they actually have some sort of meaning and purpose.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54372-dscn2321.jpg
Installing the hardtop side window to quarter glass seals. With only 53,000 miles on the Bee, these were actually in really good shape but they did have wear, so best to replace.

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54373-dscn2317.jpg
Installing the rear quarter window...let's see..if I move this screw in, that pushes that out. But if I move that screw out, it pushes that.....hmm....still pushes that out<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif....how did this darn thing go in here, anyway!?!?!?!

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54374-dscn2325.jpg

Success! Everything lined up, nothing broke (yet), and the windows actually go up and down!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

Cheers
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

Looks great!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54375-dscn2302.jpg
I added the grease to my hinges, and I'll dust on some V2 basecoat shortly. Yep...they greased and painted right over the trunk bushings where meet the trunk lid arms. I held off doing that when I was painting for fear of contamiantion being sprayed all over and winding up, where else, but on the quarter panels!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54376-dscn2322.jpg
53,000 mile door panels. I'm scrubing them with a good cleaner and back in they will go. My goal is to keep a few things original with the car unless they are too far gone. These door panels are in mint condition both the front and back!
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54377-dscn2213.jpg

.....annnnd that'll do it for this thread! Tune in next time for....oh, wait, the car isn't done yet! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif The firm hand of the Bobatola came down and told me Ixnay on Icturepays, but I told him I had a duty, no, a Yenko.Net paid member given right to continue the thread on behalf of humanity itself!!!! So fear not! More pics a comin'....or, IS there?????? MMmmwwaahahaha..cough, cough...oh, excuse me...I don't know what got into me there... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[markinnaples]

Great work. Not everyone can make the MCACN shows, so I appreciate your pics and can't wait to see the final pics. Maybe put up a Spoiler Alert in case anyone doesn't want to see it until it's in person, lol.

[cook_dw]

Finally!! Updates! Ive been waiting for several days wondering why you havent been working on this car.. Figured you had to do real work or something.. Having to wait 7 days for pics is brutal.. lol

[Jonesy]

I'd like to see how that vinyl top goes on. This thread has been very informative and entertaining. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/scholar.gif

[70 Forest Green Zee]

Mike....just out of curiosity, why did you paint the roof black since it will be covered with a vinyl top anyway??? Beautiful job man, I can't wait to see this car next year at MCACN!!!

[A12pilot]

Thanks guys! Darrell, I know it man. That job thing has been rearing it's head as of late! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif But it pays the bills and allows me to put money into something other than savings <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif HA! The Bobinator told me to get into writing. There's huge, no, Montountinous amounts of money involved in writing articles for Muscle Car magazines. The rewards are fruituit...frutuit...fra..<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif.it pays well. Problem is, nobody wants to hear what I have to say anyway.....just ask my wife!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Green Zee....I painted the top since I wanted the car to look cool while it was sitting waiting for the top to go on. No other reason than that, really. I would have done it Hemi Orange but just wanted the contrast. The base/clear provides a nice layer of protection under the top over just the DP Epoxy. It'll be scuffed with a Scotch Brite Gray pad before the glue goes on and the top goes down. You'll know if it doesn't work when I attend the PSMCD that following year and the top goes flying off and hits my opponent! Hey, that may be how I can advance to the next round!!?? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif It sure won't be from shifting correctly! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dave

[m22mike]

Dave
You using this stuff ?

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-2974-54408-s_l225.jpg

[A12pilot]

Mike, no.....I'm going with this...
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54409-20161216_151135.jpg

And if that doesn't work, I'm going to use this since I may need it after I call the upholstery shop!
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54410-20161216_151202.jpg

Cheers
<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Ryan1969Chevelle]

Did you say PSMCDR?

There are several of these six pack/six barrel bad boys each year:-) You will be in good company:-)

Ryan

[napa68]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: A12pilot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54375-dscn2302.jpg

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54377-dscn2213.jpg

.....annnnd that'll do it for this thread! Tune in next time for....oh, wait, the car isn't done yet! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif The firm hand of the Bobatola came down and told me Ixnay on Icturepays, but I told him I had a duty, no, a Yenko.Net paid member given right to continue the thread on behalf of humanity itself!!!! So fear not! More pics a comin'....or, IS there?????? MMmmwwaahahaha..cough, cough...oh, excuse me...I don't know what got into me there... <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif </div></div>

I had a girl do that to me some time ago......................take me right to the edge and.............

<span style="font-size: 26pt">THIS?</span>

<span style="font-size: 17pt">That's a sick joke Dave!</span>

Killer work BTW

[A12pilot]

Fear not, Nap! I'm going to continue with the pics for a while until the car is about done! There's plenty more serious, non-humor laced, David Attenborough narrated PBS documentary style writings coming up in the new year!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

And when this thread fizzles out like a teenage crush, head on over to my Mustang thread! You'll laugh, you'll cry, you'll continue to shake your head wondering when I'll be committed! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/frown.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif
Dave

[A12pilot]

Darrell......don't panic! I'm out flying ( darn job ) <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif but another pile of parts showed up at the house awaiting installation! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif My wiper motor came back from Bruce Somer out of Ontario, CA, and I'm real excited about seeing that beauty installed.



More next Week!

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[cook_dw]

Starting to have withdrawals... Must... Have... More... PICS!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif http://i676.photobucket.com/albums/vv126/Marston72/emotion%20smileys/image015-30.gif




Consider it my Christmas gift to you for not asking for more pics until after the Christmas.. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: cook_dw</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Starting to have withdrawals... Must... Have... More... PICS!!! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif http://i676.photobucket.com/albums/vv126/Marston72/emotion%20smileys/image015-30.gif




Consider it my Christmas gift to you for not asking for more pics until after the Christmas.. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif </div></div>

Here are a couple of pics of one of mine to help you get over the hump. No hi-jack....just helpin' :^)

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

And the brain......

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

And the other side of the brain....

[A12pilot]

Good grief that's sweet! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif I can't compete with that! Bring that next year Jim! And by the way, I stumbled across an NOS box of fender tag hangers specifically used at Lynch Road. I'll cut you a deal if you need one! Very limited supply on hand! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-54811-20161222_091303.png


Cheers and Merry Christmas!

Dave

[RS_COPO_Canuck]

Can I have two? :^)
Dave - Your car will be every bit as nice....probably nicer as mine was only a partial resto of a good original car. It was at the reunion (Carlisle)a few years back.
And a Merry Christmas to you as well!
Cheers
Jim

[Mr. Chevy]

Your funny Dave!! I love your commentary....

Rich <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/haha.gif

[A12pilot]

Ooooo! Parts parts parts!!! What's in the box?! Boxes! Parts! Oooooooooo!
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-55050-20161229_071609.jpg

Of all the parts on the Bee that I've redone myself, there are always a few that are best left for the people that specialize in the parts that they specialize in. I for one, know my limitations. And those limitations put limits on my ability to not be limited by my limits. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif So, what's all that mean? I done sent my wipey motor to Bruce Somer in CA and I was like a kid on Christmas day opening the box! It's hard to tell the excitement in my photo, I know.......here's the before and after:

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-55051-20161011_084944.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-55052-20161227_074521.jpg

What an awesome job! These motors are such a big eyesore on Mopars if they are not done correctly. Time for this to go in the engine bay! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

Dave

[A12pilot]

Back in it's rightful place in the engine bay! It's one less box on the shelf. Amazingly, the boxes on the shelf are shrinking but they are being filled up with other junk almost instantaneously!

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-55053-dscn2330.jpg

Heater hoses installed, correct master cylinder cover plating, his pins chromed. Lots of small stuff coming together. I need to redo the coil with correct green lettering and a few smaller details.
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-55054-dscn2329.jpg

Now the pain in the butt part....
Yeah, because everything else up to this point has been soooooo easy.. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-55055-dscn2348.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-55056-dscn2351.jpg

The rear half is all trimmed and glued down nice and tight! I always use a tried and true method of measure twice, cut once, order a second carpet <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-55057-dscn2350.jpg

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

Trimming up the front carpet. I should have this all installed next week! uphttp://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-55058-dscn2344.jpg

I had my steering box upgraded by Steer &amp; Gear to have more of a &quot;sport&quot; versus the original &quot;Lusitania&quot; feel like all old Mopars have <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif Kelly even comments how much &quot;power&quot; there is in the steering and it feels like you're sailing the high seas! Right before I parked the Bee and decided I didn't want a driving car anymore, we went for a cruise and I blurted out &quot;Hard a port, Matey! Yyyaaarrrrrr! Ye' bountiful spoils await! Yyaarrr!&quot; Her reply? &quot;Oh, you mean Sonic is on the left?&quot; And why I sounded like a pirate in that sentence but was referring to a luxury liner that outdated the pirates by 250yrs is beyond me! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2016/12/full-18993-55059-dscn2331.jpg

Cheers [more soon! ] <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[Xplantdad]

LOL! Merry Christmas Dave <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/smile.gif

[cook_dw]

http://www.conservapedia.com/images/b/bd/MrBurnsExcellent.gif

[68l30]

Dave, Is that GE's Glyptal on the wiper motor? Looks great!


BIG

[A12pilot]

BIG,

Yeah, that's the stuff! Kind of a shame that big air cleaner hides it. But, big air cleaner means big engine, and if said air cleaner was smaller, then it wouldn't be an A12 car.....no thread....no posts....Darrell would be stuck in Camaroville not being tempted by another make.....Bob wouldn't even give me the time of day....and the list goes on. Man, what was the question? <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/hmmm.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif

Cheers

[cook_dw]

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: A12pilot</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Darrell would be stuck in Camaroville not being tempted by another make..... </div></div>


True.. Although I do not see myself restoring or preserving a MOPAR for myself... I wouldnt bet against me doing so on something other than a 'Maro.. Just sayin'.. http://ls1tech.com/forums/images/smilies/LS1Tech/secret.gif

[68l30]

Thanks, I've never paid much attention to the details on the MoPar wiper units.....I enjoy following along and appreciate the lessons.


BIG

[sixt9rsx33]

Beautiful car, man you do a good job! Love the pics, thanks for sharing.

[napa68]

Beautimous!

[cook_dw]

Whelp.. Its been 2017 for almost 9hrs now and I dont see any new updated pics... <span style="font-weight: bold">No Rest For The Wicked</span>, you gonna need to <span style="font-weight: bold">Fly Like An Eagle</span>, because <span style="font-weight: bold">Time Is On My Side</span>, but you could end up with <span style="font-weight: bold">No Time</span>; unfortunately <span style="font-weight: bold">Time Waits For No One</span>. But if you had <span style="font-weight: bold">Time In A Bottle</span> then you would have <span style="font-weight: bold">Time</span> but if you look at this as <span style="font-weight: bold">Passing The Time</span> you willl end up thinking <span style="font-weight: bold">Those Were The Days</span> and itll be <span style="font-weight: bold">Too Late For Love</span> for the ole bee..

http://ls1tech.com/forums/images/smilies/LS1Tech/huh.gif http://ls1tech.com/forums/images/smilies2/crazy.gifhttp://ls1tech.com/forums/images/smilies2/twak.gif


All joking aside the car looks amazing.. Keep it up!!

[A12pilot]

Yeps......it's this job thing! But fear not! Next week will be filled with photos, nonsensical mutterings, and various useless facts nobody cares about!

More to come. ....

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif

[A12pilot]

http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2017/01/full-18993-55632-dscn2353.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2017/01/full-18993-55633-dscn2356.jpg
Steam gun? Check! Glue? Check! Second carpet standing by for when I cut this one wrong? DOUBLE CHECK!!!!<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif The carpet is down and it's starting to resemble an interior again! <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/grin.gif What about those doors? Well, there's been some set backs, and only a select few know the gorey details, but just know the Beater Bee and me are officially blood blothers. <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif Meanwhile, I did get the passenger side door finished. Gary's car has 53K miles on it, and was parked inside most of it's life so there is very minimal wear on the door panels. As you can see here, after a good cleaning, they're just about perfect!
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2017/01/full-18993-55634-dscn2361.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2017/01/full-18993-55635-dscn2362.jpg
I can't install the back panels until after I get the headliner installed which will be in about a week or so. It's 24 degrees and everything needs to warm up before I start on the top and headliner. H-Town shuts down when it gets below about 50. Matter of fact, I think the only de-icing truck that IAH has is an old 1972 F-150 Ranger that's half rusted out and may even run on the Type IV deicing fluid that it sprays the planes with <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/rolleyes.gif
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2017/01/full-18993-55637-dscn2368.jpg
http://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics/usergals/2017/01/full-18993-55638-dscn2370.jpg
Here you can see the interior trim code written on the back of one of the original rear interior panels. And new headliner insulation installed.<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif

Cheers <<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif