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Post by Joel_W on Feb 18, 2019 6:17:48 GMT -8
JC,
Love the lowered look. Can't wait to see some paint on it.
Joel
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Post by afx on Feb 21, 2019 3:30:47 GMT -8
Starting some engine work. Had to make a low profile oil pan because of the lowered suspension and still had to create a notch for the tie-rod. I very delicately drilled the distributor to accept wiring.  |
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Post by Joel_W on Feb 21, 2019 10:08:43 GMT -8
JC,
Outstanding detailing. You have the hands and nerves of a skilled surgeon for sure. Even the side draft weber intake stacks are kicked up a few notches.
Joel
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Post by afx on Feb 23, 2019 4:43:46 GMT -8
Thanks Joel. - Stripped the chrome from the cam cover and painted it semi-gloss black
- Using a small flat file I removed the paint from the raised detail
- Added a vent tube from shaped wire
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Post by afx on Feb 23, 2019 10:12:28 GMT -8
I'll add fuel lines to the carbs during final assembly but otherwise the engine is complete.   |
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Post by garydavis on Feb 23, 2019 12:18:58 GMT -8
I sure enjoy watching your build WIPS JC. Your attention to detail and building skill is outstanding and inspirational. This chassis and engine look great.
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Post by robhart on Feb 23, 2019 12:21:41 GMT -8
Super duper detail work on the engine!
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Post by Joel_W on Feb 23, 2019 12:27:40 GMT -8
JC,
Just another layer of detail. Just one question, is that Orange oil filter a Frame one?
Joel
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Post by afx on Feb 23, 2019 15:15:27 GMT -8
Thanks Gary & Rob. I guess the oil filter would be a Fram Joel. The JDM Legends shop truck, I've been using as a general reference had a blue one installed and just didn't care for that color choice.
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Post by afx on Feb 25, 2019 5:30:50 GMT -8
The kit like the 1:1 has the battery installed at an angle. Didn't care for that so I reshaped the notch and made a simple battery tray.   |
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Post by Joel_W on Feb 25, 2019 8:12:08 GMT -8
JC,
Very nicely done. Looks better then if it was molded in place.
Joel
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Post by afx on Mar 1, 2019 3:11:55 GMT -8
Thank again Joel. Chassis is finished.  |
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Post by garydavis on Mar 1, 2019 16:34:56 GMT -8
Ya know JC...this little truck should really hall Butt with those 2 side drafts hang'in out there. That chassis sure looks good bud!!
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Post by afx on Mar 2, 2019 4:56:13 GMT -8
Thanks Gary, would love to have a 1:1 of this truck. Started work on a cargo option - the recently re-issued AMT Go Kart. I want to build a more stripped down lightweight version of the cart so I won't be using the large padded set. I fabricated the seat back and extended the belly pan back under the seat area. I'll make a seat cushion and back pad later.  |
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Post by afx on Mar 2, 2019 7:42:23 GMT -8
Fabricated steering linkage and drilled lightening holes in the side bolsters.  |
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