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GoDadGo
10-28-2018, 04:51 PM
The Redbone Roadster
What Redbone Means:
The word REDBONE is a Cajun term for a person of mixed-race, which the REDBONE BAND adopted to signify their mixed ancestry...The combined ethnic groups include Native American, African and European so these people are unique because they are the culmination of many cultures...Since my car is also made up of mixed origins, Truly A Louisiana Gumbo, it is only fitting that it be given this name since it is neither Ford nor Chevy nor Shelby, but something totally different and unique.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Redbone_(ethnicity)
Last Go-Kart Drive Before Block Debacle:
https://youtu.be/PCngiKoopkA
New Engine Block Arrives:
https://youtu.be/IGYtX-3p7xk
Friends Help Pull The Leaky Block:
https://youtu.be/Vhbftk4AP4k
New Mill Gets Installed:
https://youtu.be/-nVDzIjSjh8
What The Car Looked Like As A Red Gel Coat Driver:
https://youtu.be/CaRlqMmKIzk
Our Final Build Thread Video:
https://youtu.be/9WEe6-wdNtA
Here Are The Specs For Our Build:
1. 383 Small Block Chevy (Dart SHP Block) 10-1 Somewhat Pump Gas Friendly Compression Ratio!
2. Eagle Internally Balanced Rotating Assembly With 6" H-Beam Rods With Floating Forged Flat Tops.
3. Dart Iron Eagle 215 CC Heads with 2.05 Intake & 1.60 Exhaust Valves.
4. Harland Sharp Roller Rockers & Other Go Fast Goodies.
5. Comp Cam Extreme Energy 288 Hydraulic Roller Tappet Cam
6. Edelbrock AVS 800 Feeding A Weiand 7530 Team-G Single Plane Manifold.
7. Schoenfeld IMCA Modified Headers & They Really, Really Fit, But Stuff Had To Move A Bit!
8. New Old Stock Corvette ZF 6-Speed Transmission With Hydraulic Clutch. (.75 5th & .50 6th Gear Over Drives)
9. Standard Front End Set Up With Mustang Brakes & Forte’s .75” Sway Bar.
10. Standard 3 Link Moser TSD 500 Rear (Dana 44) With 3.73 Gears & Explorer Brakes.
11. The wheelbase has been shortened by .875" to better center the rear wheels within the wheel arches and improve pinion angle adjustment.
REDBONE / The Band:
The Vasquez-Vegas brothers were of Yaqui, Shoshone, and Mexican heritage...They began by performing and recording surf music as the Vegas Brothers, later as the Crazy Cajun Cakewalk Band, where they performed throughout the 1960s at venues on the Las Vegas Strip...In addition, the band often alluded to Cajun and New Orleans culture in their lyrics and performing style.
https://youtu.be/OnJqFrVD3uE
https://youtu.be/7jUii4gFGZQ
https://youtu.be/kECS4CeitQw
https://youtu.be/yaC_kX_kWs4
Steve,
I think you put it in backwards. The distributor should be in the front. Oh yeah, it's a Chebby. Congrats, Steve! It's good to see you back on track.
Dave
Jim1855
10-28-2018, 05:33 PM
Good Show! Glad it's running after the delays.
Jim
slpro1207
10-28-2018, 06:03 PM
All I can say is GO DAD GO.
cv2065
10-28-2018, 08:04 PM
Nice work getting her back in the road!!
Itchief
10-28-2018, 08:45 PM
Congratulations she sounds great and it’s good to see you making progress again
Rick
karlos
10-28-2018, 11:07 PM
Welcome back, Steve. Good to see things moving forward (except the distributor, that is!).
-Karl
wareaglescott
10-29-2018, 04:46 AM
Congrats Steve!
GoDadGo
10-29-2018, 05:36 AM
Gentlemen,
It is great to be back & great to once again be a Full Fledged, Wrench Swinging member of this forum.
Steve
wallace18
10-29-2018, 05:49 AM
Congrats!
caesarmascetti
10-29-2018, 06:19 AM
Congrats Steve
CVOBill
10-29-2018, 06:40 AM
Congrats Steve
Yippee! Good for you, Steve!
cgundermann
10-29-2018, 10:27 AM
Awesome Steve, glad to have you back in the wrench turning game!
Chris
Boydster
10-29-2018, 11:06 AM
After all you've been through, its good to see this accomplished and you and everyone else smiling. Congrats...
GoDadGo
10-30-2018, 01:25 AM
Thanks For All The Well Wishes & Support!
Our goal is to get it on the road and legal in the Red Gel Coat so that we can do a proper shake down before painting the sucker.
Since we had such a long delay with life issues, I just want to Drive This Thing a while before I have to pull it apart for paint.
Usudno
10-30-2018, 08:34 AM
Good luck getting it wrapped up!
GoDadGo
11-04-2018, 03:45 PM
Ok Gang,
I've had the chance to drive my car around the neighborhood (Rural Roads Only) and had the joy of taking more than a few of my neighbors for rides.
The car drives very well and the block change allowed me to upgrade the camshaft to an OEM style hydraulic roller setup.
The drivability is greatly improved and I can now run it at 1,600-1,700 RPMs without any stumbling or lurching.
Those RPM numbers are important because I needed to hit 1,700 RPM in order to do 70 MPH in 6th.
Steve
New Camshaft Horse Power Specs Based On A Smaller Headed, Lower Compression, Similar Intake, 356 Cubic Inch Small Block Chevy Are Shown Below:
http://www.compcams.com/v002/pages/398/xr288hr-10.aspx
GoDadGo
11-25-2018, 10:13 AM
I've logged about 25-30 miles so far on the new block so I have one question for you all:
How many miles have you guys put on your Go-Karts before you decide that it is time for paint?
My pal and Build Guru (Darrell-Darrell) is itching to paint the car for me at the exorbitant prices of One Dollar.
We've only been friends for 30 years so the car will be in very good hands.
This is the fellow who set the engine and transmission and fabbed/modified my headers plus he builds street-rods from scratch. (Scratch = NAZ Style)
What-Cha-Think?
rich grsc
11-25-2018, 11:03 AM
2-3000 miles, I always put at least a year in gelcoat
For me I knew I had to get the paint done BEFORE I drove the car or it would be a long long time before I pulled the body again. As it is, I couldn't wait for the graphics and took the car thinking I'd get the graphics painted on after a couple weeks. That was almost four months ago and still too busy sorting out the car to give it back to the painter.
So if you're like me you better get the paint done first before you license the car and start driving it.
Hi steve! For me it was all ways get legal then drive the car to see if and where the problems would show up. Have done a lot of body work so it is mostly in primer, put on 1700 miles and decided to change some things (twin turbos - water to air coolers & heat exchanger - fuel system) that makes for more body work!! So if you think of any changes or problem areas = wait to paint, if all good to go then paint and be done!
I've logged about 25-30 miles so far on the new block so I have one question for you all:
How many miles have you guys put on your Go-Karts before you decide that it is time for paint?
My pal and Build Guru (Darrell-Darrell) is itching to paint the car for me at the exorbitant prices of One Dollar.
We've only been friends for 30 years so the car will be in very good hands.
This is the fellow who set the engine and transmission and fabbed/modified my headers plus he builds street-rods from scratch. (Scratch = NAZ Style)
What-Cha-Think?
Steve, i got mine driving in gel coat in september drove it till Thanksgiving, took it apart and to paint first of January, where you live maybe drive till starts gettiny to hot next summer.
Walt
RickP
11-25-2018, 03:57 PM
Hey Steve,
Mark Dougherty gave me some very sound advice early on in my build. Drive it in gel-coat for 1 year before thinking about paint. I am very glad I took his advice. I've added/changed things that would be difficult on a painted car and with my driveline issues, I am very glad the car is still in gel-coat.
Jeff Kleiner
11-26-2018, 06:21 AM
I don't think there is a right answer. I've done them with zero miles, >4,000 miles and everything in between. More often than not the ones with more miles were simply because my schedule wouldn't allow me to take the car earlier.
NOTE TO BUILDERS: Don't wait until you are "just about ready for paint" to start making your body & paint plans because you're liable to be disappointed when you learn that guys like me, Miller, Pike and Whitby aren't sitting around waiting for the phone to ring wondering when the next car is going to come along. Just sayin'... :)
Jeff
GoDadGo
11-26-2018, 08:39 AM
NOTE TO BUILDERS:
Don't wait until you are "just about ready for paint" to start making your body & paint plans because you're liable to be disappointed when you learn that guys like me, Miller, Pike and Whitby aren't sitting around waiting for the phone to ring wondering when the next car is going to come along. Just sayin'... :)
Jeff
Excellent Point Sir Jeff-Ski,
Darrell-Darrell is working on his son's Jeep Rock Crawler right now and will have a clear bay in his shop in late March or early April.
I need to be ready to go when the Jeep goes home to his Baby Boy's place and that bay is open for painting purposes.
Beggars Can't Be Choosers Especially When Your Hot Rodding Pal Offers To Paint The Sucker For You!
Steve
NOTE: ..I wouldn't have even thought about building this car if he wasn't willing to set the drive-line for me.
GoDadGo
12-02-2018, 08:38 PM
I logged 10 more miles this weekend and so far so good; however, I'm still paranoid after having to replace the block.
The car performs well and is plenty quick even with the rev limiter sitting at a conservative 4,000 R.P.M. limit.
I've played with the Edelbrock AVS 800 and it is no longer burping or popping under initial acceleration.
Though most folks don't like these carburetor, I'm finding it is working very well for my application.
We will be fitting the windshield next weekend and hopefully, it will be a fairly easy task.
I hope it will be easier than most since I moved the fuse block the passenger side.
I guess it is what you do when you become one with The Dark Side!
Fuse Block Link:...https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/album.php?albumid=977&attachmentid=51762
GoDadGo
12-09-2018, 02:22 PM
With some excellent advice from Jeff Kleiner and the steady hands of my wife (Davey) we fitted the windshield.
It is sitting in place with a couple of spacers on each side and one motorcycle tie down to nail it at the 27" sidearm to door opening space.
Now all I need to do is mark, drill, tap, shim, and bolt it in place in order to properly mount that sucker.
Please know that I'm still debating on the "Sir EdwardB" tap it option.
Thanks Jeff & Davey!
phileas_fogg
12-09-2018, 04:29 PM
Don't debate; just tap it! Makes things sooooooo much easier.
John
edwardb
12-09-2018, 05:12 PM
Don't debate; just tap it! Makes things sooooooo much easier.
John
Yup. Just do it. You'll have that bad boy on and off multiple times, and each time you'll be thankful. And for the record, can't take credit for it. Saw it in another build thread.
AC Bill
12-09-2018, 05:47 PM
With some excellent advice from Jeff Kleiner and the steady hands of my wife, we fitted the windshield.
It is sitting in place with a couple of spacers on each side and one motorcycle tie down to nail it at the 27" sidearm to door opening space.
Now all I need to do is mark, drill, tap, shim, and bolt it in place in order to properly mount that sucker.
Please know that I'm still debating on the "Sir EdwardB" tap it option.Thanks Jeff & Davey!
Probably best if you just crack the windshield now, and save the disappointment later..:p ;)
GoDadGo
12-09-2018, 06:35 PM
Hey Gents,
Where do you all like the windscreen center to be sitting/mounted to avoid AC Bill's cracking scenario?
A. Touching/Sitting On The Body.
B. 1/8" Above The Body.
C. 1/4" Above The Body.
D. 3/8" Above The Body.
Please vote early and feel free to vote often if you have done multiple builds.
Thanks,
Steve
Jeff Kleiner
12-09-2018, 07:10 PM
It's not about where the center is. For about the hundredth time...if you don't want the windshield to crack DON"T TRY TO BEND IT! By that I mean that it has to remain completely relaxed when it is attached to the chassis and to accomplish this you must adjust &/or shim the "arms" so that when the bolts between them and the chassis are tightened no pressure is introduced to the glass. If you have a gap between the arms and chassis then pull them up tight you're going to be putting pressure on the glass (i.e. trying to bend it :mad:) and it will eventually crack. Funny story, when building the SEMA coupe Ron, Henry and I were talking about this subject and how important it is...almost 75 roadsters built between us and exactly zero cracked windshields. But maybe we're just lucky.
Oh, and yeah, tap it!
Jeff
Ducky2009
12-09-2018, 07:40 PM
I've logged about 25-30 miles so far on the new block so I have one question for you all:
How many miles have you guys put on your Go-Karts before you decide that it is time for paint?
My pal and Build Guru (Darrell-Darrell) is itching to paint the car for me at the exorbitant prices of One Dollar.
We've only been friends for 30 years so the car will be in very good hands.
This is the fellow who set the engine and transmission and fabbed/modified my headers plus he builds street-rods from scratch. (Scratch = NAZ Style)
What-Cha-Think?
Sounds great Steve!
I drove with the body in Gelcoat for about 500 miles. I did find several things I wanted to modify after driving for a while. Modified DS footbox - gas pedal side, added power brakes, dash center panel support. Give yourself plenty of time to analyze everything... make sure you're happy.
rich grsc
12-09-2018, 08:47 PM
It's not about where the center is. For about the hundredth time...if you don't want the windshield to crack DON"T TRY TO BEND IT! By that I mean that it has to remain completely relaxed when it is attached to the chassis and to accomplish this you must adjust &/or shim the "arms" so that when the bolts between them and the chassis are tightened no pressure is introduced to the glass. If you have a gap between the arms and chassis then pull them up tight you're going to be putting pressure on the glass (i.e. trying to bend it :mad:) and it will eventually crack. Funny story, when building the SEMA coupe Ron, Henry and I were talking about this subject and how important it is...almost 75 roadsters built between us and exactly zero cracked windshields. But maybe we're just lucky.
Oh, and yeah, tap it!
Jeff
Well Jeff here's my story, My white car which was sold to Mark, had well over 20,000 mile, no cracked windshield. When I mounted that windshield I didn't use any shims, just cranked the bolts down tight. My current car, which has less that 3000, had the windshield shimmed tight, walked into the garage one morning, and there was the crack. SO, damned if you do, damned if you don't.
GoDadGo
12-09-2018, 08:55 PM
Sounds great Steve!
I drove with the body in Gelcoat for about 500 miles. I did find several things I wanted to modify after driving for a while. Modified DS footbox - gas pedal side, added power brakes, dash center panel support. Give yourself plenty of time to analyze everything... make sure you're happy.
Thanks Ducky,
Prior to pulling the engine last year, we logged about 35-45 miles.
Since we did the motor R & R, I rerouted my fuel line from the pump to the carb, moved alternator feed wire and added a rev-limiter.
My next mod will be a change to the radiator fan wiring so that I can kick it on with a manual switch.
So far I've logged about 50-75 miles on the new block and worked on getting it properly tuned.
I just want to be done with the testing and done with the car as soon as possible.
GoDadGo
02-02-2019, 10:21 PM
Installed hood plus the door latches recently.
Logged 5 more miles this afternoon and so far so good.
I bumped rev limiter up to 4,200 R.P.M from 4,000 R.P.M. limit.
Hope to get after the hood and trunk latches if time permits tomorrow afternoon.
Progress is slow because we are helping our oldest daughter and our son in law get their home ready for sale.
Mrs. Go-Dad and I love the way the car looks without the hood scoop and are stuck on Dodge Challenger TorRed for the paint.
Here is the car looks like, minus the hood in the most recent video:
https://youtu.be/wOID7yvBRPU
GoDadGo
02-09-2019, 07:33 PM
Not much progress on the home front because I'm not there very often; however, the hood latches are on the car as of this evening.
Measured, Measured & Measured Once More Before Drilling Holes In My Hood Earlier This Evening!
Tomorrow I'm going to help a new F-5 family member with a few things that just go a little easier with an extra pair of hands to hold stuff.
GoDadGo
02-24-2019, 03:47 PM
Hey Gang,
We added Mirrors, Side Louvers, Hood Latches & Da-Gas-Cap.
We also logged 5-7 more test miles today.
Shown below is our recent progress:
Louver Video:
https://youtu.be/QyMN73IW6I8
Update On Car:
https://youtu.be/uLmHEoWTEHg
Steve
Steve,
I like the mirrors! I think they complement the shape of the car.
Dave
MPTech
02-24-2019, 04:19 PM
Looking good GoDadGo!
GoDadGo
03-09-2019, 06:54 AM
I just got back into town and my grill material showed up this past week according to my better half, who is also known as The Wonderful Mrs. Go-Dad!
We are using the Perforated Black GT Style and it will be fitted into all of the grill openings since I Am Not A Fan Of Rocking The Radiator!
The link for the vendor is shown below if any of you are interested.
https://www.customcargrills.com/Perforated-Grill-Mesh.asp
Custom Car Grills has all sorts of grill options so poke around their website if are thinking about Grilling Your Factory Five.
Anyway, that is what I'll be doing today so I hope I don't screw it up.
Have A Great Weekend Wrenching Y'all!
RickP
03-09-2019, 08:11 AM
When you get it installed Steve, show us what ya got!
RickP
GoDadGo
03-24-2019, 07:16 AM
When you get it installed Steve, show us what ya got!
RickP
Rick,
I'm finally home so I was able to do some work on the car.
We mounted the lights and other stuff before I blow it apart for body work and paint.
We also logged approximately 15-20 more test miles over the weekend.
The video below is what it looks like as of Saturday evening:
https://youtu.be/CaRlqMmKIzk
Steve
Steve it looks good!
Walt
GoDadGo
03-31-2019, 05:30 PM
Logged some test miles yesterday and installed the trunk latch and while moving things around a bit to perfect the hood, trunk and door placements.
Still looking for a licence plate solution so it looks like I'll be doing The Kleiner Mod if I don't go off the reservation once again.
So far this is the only solution that somewhat appeals to me, other than the Sir Jeffski Soluation, is the frame shown below:
http://www.billetspecialties.com/exterior-accessories/license-frames/license-plate-frames/55220/
NOTE:..For the record Jeff really should start billing me hourly for assistance; however, he doesn't know where I live yet.
Jeff Kleiner
03-31-2019, 08:01 PM
Logged some test miles yesterday and installed the trunk latch and while moving things around a bit to perfect the hood, trunk and door placements.
Still looking for a licence plate solution so it looks like I'll be doing The Kleiner Mod if I don't go off the reservation once again.
So far this is the only solution that somewhat appeals to me, other than the Sir Jeffski Soluation, is the frame shown below:
http://www.billetspecialties.com/exterior-accessories/license-frames/license-plate-frames/55220/
NOTE:..For the record Jeff really should start billing me hourly for assistance; however, he doesn't know where I live yet.
Good to talk with you again today Steve! Do what I said and you'll get that trunk lid to fit ;) If you use that plate frame you'll need to get rid of the lamp "wart" on the deck lid. Oh, don't worry, I'm logging hours :)
Jeff
frankb
04-01-2019, 08:45 AM
Steve: Here is my solution (you need to look close). There is no critical info in the marking at the bottom center of the AZ plate, so I notched the plate to fit over the trunk handle. (You need to look close) Although the "Kleiner Mod" is one solution, I was not comfortable cutting the lens of the light.
104867
JIMOCO
04-01-2019, 12:16 PM
104876
Hi Steve, I am happy with they way I did my license plate. Bought a chrome frame and high intensity LEDs from Pep Boys. Cut a hole in the plate and notched the frame. LEDs work well as back-up lights. All vital elements of the plate remain visible.
Vspeeds
04-01-2019, 12:32 PM
Looks good Steve. I like your 383 badge.
cv2065
04-01-2019, 12:41 PM
Looks great Steve. Love the 383!
frankb
04-02-2019, 08:38 AM
Steve:
A closer image of my license plate mod...I used a hole saw to make the hole at the handle location (...measure twice, cut once...), then used sharp snips to cut the bottom, extending from the edges of the hole. I used a bit of left-over edge protector to dress up the hole a bit. The license plate frame is not modified and effectively hides the hole! :)104918
GoDadGo
04-07-2019, 08:36 AM
We logged some test miles, on the trailer this time, and took the Cobra to two car shows on Saturday.
To say the least the car was well received at both venues, even by the Two Cobra Replica Owners (ERA & Contemporary) that I met.
Since both Cobra Replicas were FE Powered, those fellows couldn't believe the amount of room I had under the hood compared to their rides.
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/album.php?albumid=1523&attachmentid=105129
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/album.php?albumid=1523&attachmentid=105128
All of the folks that I talked to were surprised at the quality of the build, quality of the unpainted body and shocked when I fired it up.
For those that don't know a 383 SBC tends to be a little loud with 10.00 to 1 compression, tall port heads, single plane intake and a healthy cam.
I will likely need to look into some Quiet Pipes once we are titled and street legal because I've got a noise problem, a big one.
Jim1855
04-07-2019, 09:00 AM
Steve,
Earplugs! Everyone else has a noise problem.
Your car is looking good. Wish I was as far along as you are.
Jim
CDXXVII
04-07-2019, 09:33 AM
Great to hear that you are getting out. The two photo links do not work for me. 404 Error.
We logged some test miles, on the trailer this time, and took the Cobra to two car shows on Saturday.
To say the least the car was well received at both venues, even by the Two Cobra Replica Owners (ERA & Contemporary) that I met.
Since both Cobra Replicas were FE Powered, those fellows couldn't believe the amount of room I had under the hood compared to their rides.
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/albu...hmentid=105129
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/albu...hmentid=105128
All of the folks that I talked to were surprised at the quality of the build, quality of the unpainted body and shocked when I fired it up.
For those that don't know a 383 SBC tends to be a little loud with 10.00 to 1 compression, tall port heads, single plane intake and a healthy cam.
I will likely need look into some Quiet Pipes once we are titled and street legal because I've got a noise problem, a big one.
GoDadGo
04-07-2019, 09:38 AM
Great to hear that you are getting out. The two photo links do not work for me. 404 Error.
Thanks CDXXVII, I think I got the link thing fixed!
NOTE: The best part of the day was having my Brother and Son display their cars along side mine at the earlier event.
Itchief
04-07-2019, 08:16 PM
Hey Steve your photo links are working
Glad to see you are getting out and I agree with Jim “earplugs”
Rick
Good job Steve! More car shows are coming up.
BTW, I have to wear ear plugs when I drive mine too; more than a couple of miles and my ears feel like I just left a heavy metal rock concert.
GoDadGo
04-20-2019, 09:17 AM
I'm wrapping up a few small projects on the car that are really bugging me before I blow it apart to start the body work.
I've gotten expert advice from Sir Jeffski on areas to focus and my pal Darrell-Darrell will be inspecting my work since he'll be doing the final spray out.
The only thing is I really don't want pull it apart after having it look like a real car, but this monkey needs to be off my back and this project need to be finished.
All I can say is this journey, which was delayed by all sorts of personal stuff in 2017 and 2018, is finally nearing completion.
https://youtu.be/CaRlqMmKIzk
GoDadGo
04-20-2019, 09:08 PM
1. Added a new/separate circuit for the fan.
2. Added two 5/8" spacers under the front fenders, near the X-Brace, to better support the body.
3. Reset the timing, removed the vacuum advance and adjusted the carburetor.
4. Messed with the oil temperature sending unit to get that gauge kicking once more.
5. Logged 10-15 more test miles after these minor projects were done.
Next project will be an oil change and coolant flush.
Tacojoe
04-26-2019, 10:25 PM
OK i'm late to the party on this post - a dart SHP / 383- NICE. I have a soft spot in my heart for SBCs - they really succeeded with the whole 5 head bolts vs. 4 w/Ford Windsors- love the setup my man-
CraigS
04-27-2019, 05:42 PM
You have it going, it is doing great, why not put paint off for a year?
Jim1855
04-27-2019, 05:57 PM
Holding off on paint would be my choice as well. Gives you a chance to test, tune, & adjust just in case. If course I'm not a paint guy so that does factor into my opinion; I'll hold off on paint until some young buck gets the car.
Jim
GoDadGo
05-05-2019, 12:05 PM
Update On Road Testing:
We just got back from putting 15-17 more test miles on the car and so far things seem to be going well, but I must admit to being paranoid.
The new circuit for the fan is working out perfectly since we hand an issue with the relay giggling loose.
> I adjusted the timing, idle mixtures and choke after the engine was up to proper operating temperatures. (165-185 Water / 185-200 Oil)
> I've disconnected the vacuum advance which has made a great improvement in drive-ability since I don't pull a lot of vacuum anyway.
> The car is fairly happy between 1,500-1,700 RPM once it is warmed up properly, but below 1,500 the car lugs a good bit as expected.
> A Fairly Large Camshaft, Big Heads, Single Plane Intake, 800 CFM Carb Shouldn't Like To Operate That Low But They Are Doing Well!
> We added the aluminum tabs for the hood latches to rest in and notched them so they stay put without having to be locked in place.
> The Rev-Limiter is still set at 4,200 RPM's since we are in test and tune mode while breaking in the engine at the same time.
> Ordered a nice Dura-Block kit, various sand paper grits and 3M Premium Marine Filler since I'm familiar with that stuff.
So far we've logged around 95-100 test miles and burned about 10-12 gallons of gas.
This is a Guesstimate since the Speedo isn't hooked up, but one round-trip on my normal route is 5 miles.
GoDadGo
05-11-2019, 02:34 PM
I started sanding today using a couple of little air sanders that seem to be working pretty well.
The goal is to take down the Mold Parting Lines before I get into the heavier sanding.
Shown below are the items that I recently purchased:
2" Mini Dual Action Sander:
https://www.harborfreight.com/air-angle-sander-93629.html
3/8" Mini Belt Sander:
https://www.harborfreight.com/38-in-Belt-Air-Sander-60627.html
Hopefully these two little sanders will help me keep the body filler to a minimum.
I'll be sure to post a video, including my opinion of these tools, once this task has been completed.
I've been given some Expert Advice from a well known professional builder/painter so lets hope I can make this happen.
GoDadGo
05-12-2019, 12:55 PM
I started sanding today using a couple of little air sanders that seem to be working pretty well.
The goal is to take down the Mold Parting Lines before I get into the heavier sanding.
Shown below are the items that I recently purchased:
2" Mini Dual Action Sander:
https://www.harborfreight.com/air-angle-sander-93629.html
3/8" Mini Belt Sander:
https://www.harborfreight.com/38-in-Belt-Air-Sander-60627.html
Hopefully these two little sanders will help me keep the body filler to a minimum.
I'll be sure to post a video, including my opinion of these tools, once this task has been completed.
I've been given some Expert Advice from a well known professional builder/painter so lets hope I can make this happen.
The Body Parting Lines Have Been Sanded Down & Came Out A-Okay!
https://youtu.be/_3sLamdkIFg
We'll knock that last two down down once we take Humpty Dumpty apart to start the real sanding chores.
Jeff Kleiner
05-12-2019, 01:07 PM
That looks nice and neat Steve however you'll need to go out wider before you start putting down filler.
Carry on!
Jeff
GoDadGo
05-12-2019, 01:10 PM
That looks nice and neat Steve however you'll need to go out wider before you start putting down filler.
Carry on!
Jeff
I plan to do exactly that after I blow it apart!
Thanks Again For All The Expert Advice!
Jeff Kleiner
05-12-2019, 01:13 PM
Kinda' like this:
https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/50534774_1881661778623188_1383994696501559296_n.jp g?_nc_cat=107&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&oh=9e41409401f7862284c9ab6f3695dc54&oe=5D673209
;)
Jeff
AC Bill
05-12-2019, 01:46 PM
Amazed at how much refinement has been done with the mold process on the MK4 body, compared to the previous models. Did FFR hire a new company to make them?
The parting lines on my 3.1 body were just nasty compared to yours, and supposedly the 3.1 body's, were a big improvement over the previous models.:p
Presto51
05-12-2019, 02:03 PM
That looks real good. Those parting lines look very civilized
BTW when did you get your kit ?
Keep up the great work and keep listening to Jeff and Jeff Inc.
Ron
GoDadGo
05-12-2019, 02:53 PM
AC Bill,
I don't know who is building the bodies, but there is a huge difference between MK-4 and the earlier series.
I actually looked at other builders, prior to the MK-4 arrived, because the earlier F-5 bodies were a tad rough; however, their chassis were the best of them all.
Presto51
My kit was produced in early 2015 and the chassis number is 8,515.
Be advised that I won't be going off of Jeff's play book so hopefully I'll one day earn that coveted P.O.M. honor, but that's a long way away.
GoDadGo
05-15-2019, 06:39 PM
The last of my body work supplies arrived today which included multiple Dura Blocks, various Dura sandpaper rolls, Evercoat Rage Gold Premium Filler and Evercoat Fiber Tech to work the upper inner corner's of the doors.
I plan to sand the body by hand, using a trace coat, prior applying any body filler.
This is what the car looks like today, which is our Mold Parting Lines Removal Video:
https://youtu.be/_3sLamdkIFg
GoDadGo
06-16-2019, 01:52 PM
Enter Sandman!
I've finally started the sanding process and have found that my work smoothing the parting lines is really paying off.
I'm trying hard to pay attention to what I am doing so that when I start to apply the Evercoat Rage Gold I will be able to do so very sparingly.
The goal is to paint the car Dodge Challenger Torred, with no stripes, no scoop in an attempt to keep it simple and in the flavor of CSX-3178.
Hopefully it will be Jeff Kleiner Kool once completed because Jeff has been coaching me every step on this phase of my build.
How Cool/Kool Is That?
GoDadGo
07-04-2019, 03:38 PM
It's been a while since I could get into the garage, but we made some progress today with smoothing out the parting lines.
https://youtu.be/meBYeI96_A8
When you are accustom to sanding fishing boats with long straight lines the hour glass shape of a Cobra can be intimidating.
KDubU
07-04-2019, 04:44 PM
Looking good!
Jeff Kleiner
07-05-2019, 05:25 AM
Steve,
While you are making your parting lines look nice and smooth you're going to want more tooth for Rage than the 400 will provide. I go with 80.
Jeff
GoDadGo
07-05-2019, 05:50 AM
Steve,
While you are making your parting lines look nice and smooth you're going to want more tooth for Rage than the 400 will provide. I go with 80.
Jeff
Good To Know & Thanks!
I'll scuff the body up with 80 up before I apply the Rage.
Again, Many Thanks!
Jeff Kleiner
07-05-2019, 06:02 AM
Good To Know & Thanks!
I'll scuff the body up with 80 up before I apply the Rage.
Again, Many Thanks!
Look at my photo in post #71.
Jeff
GoDadGo
07-12-2019, 09:04 PM
The Dark Side MK-4 Was Moved To Higher Ground & We Picked Up All The Stuff We Could So Now We Wait!
Hurry Up Barry & Get Your Windy Self On Land!
SSNK4US
07-12-2019, 09:27 PM
I’ve seen the marks on the wall in your shop/garage :(
I hope Barry spares you. I can’t even imagine going through anything like that :(
GoDadGo
07-13-2019, 01:19 AM
I’ve seen the marks on the wall in your shop/garage :(
I hope Barry spares you. I can’t even imagine going through anything like that :(
Right now I've got about 2 more feet before the water gets on the slab.
Lake Pontchartrain is getting filled from the East from the counter clockwise rotation of the storm.
Normally this wouldn't be an issue with a storm this weak but the spillway, which is at the Western end of the lake, has been open since May in an attempt keep NOLA dry.
Current Radar:
https://www.wunderground.com/radar/us/la/slidell/lix
Spillway Report From May:
https://youtu.be/0P2MZRbD7eo
Our street is the last to go under so we may bug out if the water comes up so I stay awake to wait & watch.
NOTE:.. Heath Jones (Spillway Dude) Is A Factory Five Customer Who Is Building A 351-W Powered MK-4!
SSNK4US
07-13-2019, 01:27 AM
I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you Steve. I’ll keep my earthquakes and never trade them for hurricanes OR tornados
Your up late?
GoDadGo
07-13-2019, 01:38 AM
I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you Steve. I’ll keep my earthquakes and never trade them for hurricanes OR tornados
Your up late?
I don't sleep well when the weather isn't nice ever since Katrina got us back in 2005.
rich grsc
07-13-2019, 06:25 AM
Damn, sorry Steve I hate floods. Have lived on the Mississippi most of my life and have been through too many of them. Still cleaning up the this years. Good luck
Good luck, Steve. I know you're a veteran of flooding, but it has to be tough knowing it's coming and there's nothing you can do to stop it except evacuate and pray for the best.
Dave
Mark Dougherty
07-13-2019, 02:55 PM
Steve you are in our thoughts and prayers.
many Know I had a shop ( an old stone mill built in 1797) for more than a few years that is next to a beautiful trout stream.
given the right storm situation it would flood up to 16'
could not hurt the building but everything in it would be toast.
Thankfully I was not in the building for a big 1.
but my stress level escalated tremendously with every rain event.
to this day heavy rains still raise my BP.
GoDadGo
07-13-2019, 03:16 PM
Hey Gang,
We're doing fine being flooded in and this Louisiana Coastal Living Crap has got me looking at lift 4" kit for my truck.
https://www.roughcountry.com/dodge-suspension-lift-kit-32330.html?find=2018-dodge-ram-1500-2wd-375257
The nice part of living here is that I can be fishing in minutes, but flooding takes about the same amount of time too.
Steve
It's monsoon season here and as I heard thunder in the distance I was thinking of you and stopped to check the weather report there. Even as the winds have weakened it looks like y'all are in for another drenching. Be safe and God bless.
Hey Gang,
We're doing fine just flooded in, but this Louisiana Coastal Flooding Crap has got me looking at lift 4" kit for my truck.
https://www.roughcountry.com/dodge-suspension-lift-kit-32330.html?find=2018-dodge-ram-1500-2wd-375257
The nice part of living here is that I can be fishing in minutes, but flooding takes about the same amount of time too.
Steve
Steve,
Go big or go home! Eight and a half inch lift on 37x13.50/R20s.
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=84509&d=1524419222
Dave
GoDadGo
07-13-2019, 06:23 PM
Wow; That's What My Truck Wants To Be When It Grows Up!
.......I drive a Short Box Regular Cab Ram 1500 and I've got to see what I can get away with since the parking garage at work limits me to 6'8".
Wow; That's What My Truck Wants To Be When It Grows Up!
.......I drive a Short Box Regular Cab Ram 1500 and I've got to see what I can get away with since the parking garage at work limits me to 6'8".
Ha - The top of my cab is 7'6". The bottom of the doors are 31" from the ground.
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=110607&d=1563062496
Stay dry my friend!
Dave
GoDadGo
07-13-2019, 07:06 PM
This was New Orleans earlier this week before the storm.
https://youtu.be/w79_mTk_Vkc
I got stuck in the parking garage for 4 hours before they pumped out that Special City That Lives Beneath The Sea!
With That Said:. Hit It Harry!
https://youtu.be/DXTQpB7QHe8
This was New Orleans earlier this week before the storm.
https://youtu.be/w79_mTk_Vkc
I got stuck in the parking garage for 4 hours before they pumped out that Special City That Lives Beneath The Sea!
With That Said:. Hit It Harry!
https://youtu.be/DXTQpB7QHe8
I'm sure the business owners along those streets really appreciated the cars adding the wake effect on top of the flood level. :confused:
GoDadGo
08-18-2019, 04:25 PM
I actually am home today so I logged seven (7) to ten (10) more test miles before doing my 1st oil change on the new engine.
Now it is storming outside so no grass cutting will get done, but at least I drove my car.
Money & Time Seem To Never Match Up!
Why Is That?
Money & Time Seem To Never Match Up!
Why Is That?
It's the natural order of things. Bugs me, too!
GoDadGo
08-30-2019, 04:55 PM
Got home early, pulled the car out and logged to ten (10) more test miles so now I'm going to clean the shop.
......My God This Thing Is Fast Off The Line With 3.73's Out Back, 383 Chevy Cubes & Six (6) Forward Gears To Make Go Dad Go!
GoDadGo
08-31-2019, 12:53 PM
Logged Another 10 Miles Today!
Ducky2009
08-31-2019, 08:32 PM
Steve,
How's the bodywork coming along?
Ducky
Mark Eaton
08-31-2019, 08:46 PM
Keep Rocking' Brother!!
GoDadGo
09-01-2019, 07:37 AM
Steve,
Hopes the bodywork coming along?
Ducky
It is coming along slowly and looking really good.
Two of my friends, who truly know what they are doing, have been coming by to inspect my work.
GoDadGo
09-01-2019, 07:37 AM
Keep Rocking' Brother!!
I'm trying and you do the same.
GoDadGo
09-08-2019, 05:22 AM
Logged 10 more test miles on the back roads near my home, then took the car to a Hot Rod Run via the shameful use of my car trailer.
> The car was a big hit with the Chevy Guys, but not so much with the Ford Fans.
> Quite a few parents seemed to really like the car, probably because I let them put their kids in it.
My pals Heath (351 Windsor) and Donny (396 Ford Edsel) brought their cars so Factory Five was well represented.
NOTE VIA WIKIPEDIA:
"FE" derives from 'Ford-Edsel.
[1] Versions of the FE line designed for use in medium and heavy trucks and school buses from 1964 through 1978 were known as "FT," for 'Ford-Truck,'[2] and differed primarily by having steel (instead of nodular iron) crankshafts, larger crank snouts, smaller ports and valves, different distributor shafts, different water pumps and a greater use of iron for its parts.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ford_FE_engine
GoDadGo
09-15-2019, 05:34 PM
We logged 10-12 more test miles and then Heath and I worked on his car.
To say the least, his roadster's body is a lot rougher than mine.
I'm glad that they are updating the molds next year.
GoDadGo
09-29-2019, 02:53 PM
I've been busy at work so I only get to do a few test miles here and there.
> Water temperature is hanging around 165-175 so I'm guessing the crazy thick cylinder walls are keeping the temperatures low in spite of the 185 degree thermostat.
> The block is a Dart SHP which can be bored to 4.165", but I'm way below that at 4.030" so I'm assuming that this is a mitigating factor for the low temperature.
> Oil temperature seems to be a bit high 205-210 F; however, my sender is on a sandwich adapter between the block and the oil filter with no oil cooler.
> I'm seriously thinking about moving the sender to the oil pan, but don't feel like pulling the pan to install the sender.
> Maybe when the body is off at the paint shop I'll consider making this change.
> Not sure it if would be work going through the hassle or not.
What Say You Guys & Gals?
Boydster
09-30-2019, 05:28 AM
I think as long as you know your standard, you're fine. Just moving the sender may get you different numbers, but down the road, are we really looking at numbers or are we just watching to see if anything has changed?
Oil temp normally runs a little hotter than water temp, and you're well below the point where the oil starts to break down more rapidly.
I would leave it where it is.
CraigS
09-30-2019, 05:54 AM
Oil at 205-210 is absolutely not a problem. I have read on many occasions that getting it over 212F is a good thing as that will boil out any condensation.
Jeff Kleiner
09-30-2019, 05:59 AM
Reading the temperature of active oil such as you have it rather than in the sump is actually a good thing. You have it in a good place and don't seem to have a problem. You'll eventually find that RPM has a greater effect on oil temp than ambient temperature.
Carry on!
Jeff
GoDadGo
09-30-2019, 07:24 AM
Thanks Gentlemen!
This is the first time I have used a sandwich adapter for this purpose.
In the past I ran one simply to run an oil cooler, never an oil temperature sending unit.
Boiling off any condensation, well that's a good thing when you live where the humidity runs in the 80-95% mark most of the years.
Steve
GoDadGo
10-13-2019, 07:32 PM
Logged 7 miles last Sunday and another 7 today.
Even bought some cookies (2 dozen) from a lady who was selling baked goods where I usually turn around to make my way home.
Plan to start taking the car apart to get after the body work sooner than later.
GoDadGo
10-27-2019, 08:23 AM
We Are Closing A Chapter:
We've had a major issue on the home front, which was similar to last year, so only limited test driving and wrenching could do over the past six or seven months.
On October 16th we lost my wife's father (aka: Bayou Dave) and laid him to rest last Saturday.
https://obits.nola.com/obituaries/nola/obituary.aspx?n=david-allen-henderson&pid=194192197&fhid=40533
Opening Up A New One:
Yesterday we had a Birthday Bash for our Baby Girl who turned 26 on the 26th.
The family was all there and as of yesterday Emma is engaged to a fine young man who knows his way around a Kitchen because he's a Chef in New Orleans.
They've been together all through their college years, work well together and hope to one day open their own restaurant or fast casual eatery.
Back To The Build:
We'll be back to the build, probably as early as next week.
We'll be planning a wedding for some time next year too.
We'll be living life once more because life goes on.
May God Bless You All & Your Families Too!
Steve
Sorry for your loss Steve. Congratulations to your baby girl!
Ducky2009
10-27-2019, 11:16 AM
Sorry for your loss Steve
GoDadGo
11-18-2019, 06:11 AM
I was home this weekend so I did some wrench swinging and a bit more sanding before cleaning up the shop.
This coming Saturday I'll be changing the plugs, re-setting the timing and adjusting the carburetor before logging some more test miles.
On Sunday my pal Darrell-Darrell will be coming over to teach me how to properly apply body filler so that we can get the car primed and painted before Mardi Gras
He joked about my Post Hurricane Katrina Sheetrock Floating Skills will likely come in handy; however, I reminded him that walls are flat and Cobras are nothing but curves.
NOTE: Mardi Gras 2020 Falls On Tuesday, February 25, 2020.
GoDadGo
11-23-2019, 05:52 PM
Removed a bunch of stuff and started sanding and sanding and sanding.
I also adjusted the trunk and tweaked the passenger side door.
My primary goal is to NOT screw anything up.
My primary goal is to NOT screw anything up.
Amen!
GoDadGo
11-29-2019, 07:28 PM
Not wanting to leave well enough alone yet again, I fabricated two body supports that takes the load off of the Ram Horn Brackets.
Now the front end is sold as a rock and I can easily repeat it's final position with little difficulty.
Basically I'm supporting the soot so that nothing can droop.
Sorry I don't have any video of this yet.
FF33rod
11-29-2019, 07:48 PM
Hey Steve
I'm a bit behind you (let's call it a month or so) on my '33. Heavily into fitting the doors, engine side covers, etc and then I'll be into knocking down the mold flash, etc.... It would be great if you posted more details on your approach and methods here. I know you'll be following the advice of the body "wise men" so it will be good to get it out there again. So far I've got some Dura-Blocks and just ordered some Soft-Sanders, also have a gallon of the Rage Gold, a roll of 80 grit for the initial rough stuff,....
Steve
GoDadGo
11-29-2019, 07:56 PM
Hey Steve
I'm a bit behind you (let's call it a month or so) on my '33. Heavily into fitting the doors, engine side covers, etc and then I'll be into knocking down the mold flash, etc.... It would be great if you posted more details on your approach and methods here. I know you'll be following the advice of the body "wise men" so it will be good to get it out there again. So far I've got some Dura-Blocks and just ordered some Soft-Sanders, also have a gallon of the Rage Gold, a roll of 80 grit for the initial rough stuff,....
Steve
For the record I'm going very slow with the sanding and take breaks when I get frustrated since I'm A 100% Body Work Virgin!
I knocked the parting lines down with a 2" Mini D/A.
https://youtu.be/_3sLamdkIFg
Next I went after it with my 5" D/A.
https://youtu.be/meBYeI96_A8
Now I'm using my Dura-Blocks and Sanding in an X-Pattern plus using a Black Guide Coat to expose any low spots.
I'll start using the Rage Gold & Fiber Tech body fillers, both are Evercoat products, once I'm happy with the body.
Before I apply any filler I'll degrees the body, and rough it up with 80 grit once I have the low spots identified.
Hope This Helps!
Looks very meticulously done, Steve. I can't believe how much nicer your body is than what I got with my kit. Keep at it and keep the progress reports coming.
Dave
FF33rod
11-29-2019, 11:02 PM
Man if the 33 body only looked that good to start with. Once I knock down the mould flash, there is no way I can go to blending that in with the surrounding area - huge divots and such. So will have to start using some filler right away at that point. Anyway, this is helpful, Thanks!!!
Steve
GoDadGo
11-30-2019, 08:21 AM
Looks very meticulously done, Steve. I can't believe how much nicer your body is than what I got with my kit. Keep at it and keep the progress reports coming.
Dave
Dave,
Jeff and I have discussed the quality of my body versus others like yours on several occasions.
Having built more than a few fiberglass boats in my youth, it pains me to see shoddy glass work.
Mold preparation (waxing & buffing) seam sealing with the modeling clay and final mold alignment are all necessary to get good parting lines.
Steve
GoDadGo
12-01-2019, 06:22 PM
The Body To Frame Fitting Is 100% Done!
1. Body Is Mounted & In A Very Repeatable Resting Location.
2. Doors Fitted With A Slight Under Gap.
3. Trunk Fitted With A Slight Under Gap.
4. Hood Fitting Is Going Slower Than Anticipated.
Now I'm itching so it's time for a vinegar wash down and shower.
Man I hate the smell of that stuff, but hate itching even more.
The Body To Frame Fitting Is 100% Done!
Now I'm itching so it's time for a vinegar wash down and shower.
Man I hate the smell of that stuff, but hate itching even more.
Just reading this now. I'm confused: who's getting the vinegar wash down - you or the car??? :)
GoDadGo
12-16-2019, 08:07 PM
Just reading this now. I'm confused: who's getting the vinegar wash down - you or the car??? :)
If you are itching to the point of no return, wash yourself down with vinegar and it will reduce the itching.
If you are doing glass or insulation work, it really helps cut down on the scratching.
For the record I hate the vinegar, but hate itching more.
GoDadGo
01-30-2020, 08:30 AM
The body work is going rather slow because I'm pretty much living at the office most days and weekends too.
I will likely be getting my friend Sammy to either assist me or I may bring the car to his place.
He's been my friend Ernie's right hand man at Dependable Paint & Body for 31 years.
Man I hate bringing in help, but the car needs to be painted and finally done!
Shown below is an example of what the Sam-Man can do so What-Cha-Think?
https://youtu.be/A5WUZgl6N5Q
"Ugh, Ugh, Ugh!" Said Charlie Brown!
Looking good. Love the mirrors.
The body work is going rather slow because I'm pretty much living at the office most days and weekends too.
I will likely be getting my friend Sammy to either assist me or I may bring the car to his place.
He's been my friend Ernie's right hand man at Dependable Paint & Body for 31 years.
Man I hate bringing in help, but the car needs to be painted and finally done!
Shown below is an example of what the Sam-Man can do so What-Cha-Think?
https://youtu.be/A5WUZgl6N5Q
"Ugh, Ugh, Ugh!" Said Charlie Brown!
Steve,
There is no shame in asking for help to achieve your goals. If you have resources available and that get's you to your goal, go for it!
Dave
DadofThree
01-31-2020, 01:55 PM
The body work is going rather slow because I'm pretty much living at the office most days and weekends too.
Man I hate bringing in help, but the car needs to be painted and finally done!
Someone told me once, "Are you going to keep the car? If so, what's the difference in the long run if the car is done 2 months later than what you wanted?"
Point is, we put timelines on ourselves that sometimes don't take in all variables. This helped me when I needed to go back and fix something I had initially done wrong, or was hit with a setback.
If you truly hate bringing in help, and if it's going to eat at you because you had a goal of completing everything yourself, then be patient. But I agree with Papa, someone else working on the car with you or for you would be a great way to get the project over the hump and done.
You've done a fantastic job on your dark side build, and you've had several setbacks that you've overcome. It's definitely in you to complete it.
Best Regards,
Dave
GoDadGo
01-31-2020, 02:01 PM
Thanks Dave & Dave,
The Sam Man Has Been Called!
He'll be meeting me tomorrow around 12:00 Noon assuming I get home from work by then.
Thanks Again Double Daves!
GoDadGo
01-31-2020, 02:11 PM
Looking good. Love the mirrors.
The mirrors are for a 356 Porsche.
Shown below is where I got them.
https://sierramadrecollection.com/356A-55-59-/Exterior-Body/Trim-Moldings/Aero-Mirror-Flat-356-356A-356B-T5-p20310.html
rich grsc
01-31-2020, 03:13 PM
A man's got to know his limitations .
GoDadGo
01-31-2020, 03:39 PM
A man's got to know his limitations .
Amen Brother!
GoDadGo
02-08-2020, 06:44 AM
Enter Sam Man!
We've made great progress on the bodywork with all of the mold parting lines smoothed, filled, blocked and trace coated.
Thankfully the body we are working with is excellent compared to most we've seen on the forum in recent years.
Our next phase will be to attack the doors, specifically where they meet the dash cowling intersection area.
The Sam Man (Samuel Olsen) is doing an excellent job and he is truly an excellent teacher too.
The Expert Advice Given To Us By Jeff Kleiner Has Really Given Us A Huge Leg Up For This Phase Of The Build!
GoDadGo
02-11-2020, 08:59 PM
The Car During The Summer:
https://youtu.be/CaRlqMmKIzk
Mold Parting Line Knocked Down:
https://youtu.be/_3sLamdkIFg
Mold Parting Line Smoothing:
https://youtu.be/meBYeI96_A8
Mold Parting Line Filled, Blocked & Smoothed:
https://youtu.be/6QXWP5H8mT0
GoDadGo
03-14-2020, 04:00 AM
We've been busy with body work so we are now knee deep into getting Redbone ready for the it's War Paint.
Split & Fixed The Drivers Door Plus Door Cowl Work:
https://youtu.be/6UK6K2jcwTU
GoDadGo
03-28-2020, 03:31 PM
We're in the home stretch now and are working on the doors.
We hope to be in the paint booth in a few weeks.
The goal is to be the flavor of CSX-3178.
The color will be Dodge Torred.
Link To CSX 3178 Pics :
https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/mo16/monterey/lots/r194-1965-shelby-427-cobra-csx-3178/380123
Link To CSX 3178 Sale From 2016:
https://youtu.be/FJpASOjJWa8
What my car looked like before we blew it apart to do the bodywork:
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/album.php?albumid=1523&attachmentid=105129
ptstew
03-28-2020, 05:24 PM
We're in the home stretch now and are working on the doors.
We hope to be in the paint booth in a few weeks.
The goal is to be the flavor of CSX-3178.
The color will be Dodge Torred.
Link To Pics:
https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/mo16/monterey/lots/r194-1965-shelby-427-cobra-csx-3178/380123
Link To The Sale From 2016:
https://youtu.be/FJpASOjJWa8
What the car looked like before we blew it apart to do the bodywork:
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/album.php?albumid=1523&attachmentid=105129
Go Dad Go! (Probably for the thousandth time)
GoDadGo
03-29-2020, 08:28 AM
Go Dad Go! (Probably for the thousandth time)
Thanks for the support.
I also ordered a new pair of headers on Friday because I think I can do a better job getting the angle on the dangle looking better with a new set.
Currently I've got some Breeze Wedges in place and would like to avoid using them if possible.
At $200.00, it is a small price to pay for a set of headers.
The Part Number Is IMCA Modified Adjustable 161-33.
https://www.schoenfeldheaders.com/imcaump-modified5.html
GoDadGo
04-05-2020, 08:19 PM
The Sam-Man Worked Solo Social Distancing Yesterday So The Body Work Is Now Complete Except For The Gapping!
That means I had a Gapping Good Time until my fingers got a bit torn up so I had to call it a day.
Right now I am just under 3/16" (Thick Paint Stick) on the hood and doors.
I hope to get after the trunk one evening soon.
My O.C.D. Gene Is Making Hand Sand The Gaps For The Final Fit!
GoDadGo
04-11-2020, 07:55 AM
The Door Gaps Have Been Perfected, Yeah!
..........Next is the hood and finally on to the trunk.
Jeff Kleiner
04-11-2020, 09:04 AM
[SIZE=3]...
Right now I am just under 3/16" (Thick Paint Stick) on the hood and doors.
Steve my friend,
3/16” dry (i.e. before primers, paint and clear) is gonna’ be tight once everything is on it, especially at the leading edges of the doors and trunk.
Consider yourself warned ;)
Jeff
GoDadGo
04-11-2020, 01:55 PM
Steve my friend,
3/16” dry (i.e. before primers, paint and clear) is gonna’ be tight once everything is on it, especially at the leading edges of the doors and trunk.
Consider yourself warned ;)
Jeff
After nearly four (4) hours of sanding, the doors are re-gapped per your recommendations.
I'll get after the hood and trunk after lunch.
Thanks As Alway!
GoDadGo
04-18-2020, 06:28 PM
We Are Done With The Bodywork So We Are Ready For Paint!
.........The doors, hood and the trunk have all been properly gapped.
No Saws; Just Sanding & Sanding, But Well Worth The Effort!
Joecobr
04-18-2020, 07:31 PM
Steve, if 3/16” is insufficient, how much gap did you use? Consistently throughout?
Joe
GoDadGo
04-18-2020, 07:44 PM
Steve, if 3/16” is insufficient, how much gap did you use? Consistently throughout?
Joe
Joe,
I'm a smidgen past 3/16" on all of my gaps, but still under 1/4".
It wasn't easy, nor fun to do them all by hand, but the gaps are extremely uniform.
Using one gauge and a lot of patience really paid off for this part of the build.
Steve
GoDadGo
04-19-2020, 05:36 PM
The Redbone Roadster Is Ready For It's War Paint!
Final Video Before It Gets It's Color!
https://youtu.be/po1Bb2_XDDk
Jeff Kleiner
04-19-2020, 06:10 PM
Looking good Steve! Now you'll move on to the next phase...high build primer (Slick Sand or painter's preference) then blocking it followed by 2K primer surfacer and blocking that. Oh, you didn't think the sanding was over did ya'? :p :p :p
Jeff
GoDadGo
04-19-2020, 06:39 PM
Looking good Steve! Now you'll move on to the next phase...high build primer (Slick Sand or painter's preference) then blocking it followed by 2K primer surfacer and blocking that. Oh, you didn't think the sanding was over did ya'? :p :p :p
Jeff
Sir Jeffski,
The sanding is over for me at this point in time.
The body will be going to Dependable Paint & Body where Sir Sammy will tackle that aspect of the process before handing it off to their painter.
https://www.collisionrepairslidell.com/
The big question is will Sir Ernie (The Owner) insist on doing the final spray out since he truly is the best of the best and only tends to do the custom stuff.
Can't Wait Because This Has Been Too Darn Long To Get To This Point!
Steve
Vspeeds
04-24-2020, 01:35 AM
Looking real good Steve. Can’t wait to see it painted.
Tony_G
04-24-2020, 01:46 AM
Looks good Steve. I particularly like how you addressed to door problem.
GoDadGo
04-24-2020, 08:06 AM
Looking real good Steve. Can’t wait to see it painted.
Looks good Steve. I particularly like how you addressed to door problem.
Thanks Gentlemen,
The body goes to the paint shop on Monday so I'm pumped.
Also, the driver's door issue was making me go nuts so I'm hoping my solution gives other builders an alternate solution for that problem.
I just wish they'd do a better job with their current glass work because My Body Was Great compared to what I'm seeing on the forum lately.
This Video Made Me Choose Factory Five Racing:
https://youtu.be/6ckgfkPU8Ss
Steve
GoDadGo
04-25-2020, 05:14 PM
The Redbone Roadster Got The Body Pulled & Raptor Bedliner Applied!
https://youtu.be/FVMCA4_UZHU
If you like Herculiner, you'll absolutely love this stuff.
GoDadGo
04-27-2020, 06:35 AM
To The Bodyshop We Will Geaux!
My pal Ernie opens at 8:00 so I will be showing up about 30 minutes later.
He opened Dependable Paint & Body when I was 16, the real problem is that I'm now 57 and Ernie is 68.
65 Cobra Dude
04-27-2020, 07:43 AM
Congrats on getting to this milestone!!! Good luck sleeping tonight Steve!
Henry
GoDadGo
04-28-2020, 07:50 PM
The car has been blocked and prepped so tomorrow it enters the spray booth to start the painting process.
It will get blocked two or three more times before it gets any color.
To say the least the car is getting a lot of attention.
The car has been blocked and prepped so tomorrow it enters the spray booth to start the painting process.
It will get blocked two or three more times before it gets any color.
To say the least the car is getting a lot of attention.
I'm excited for you, Steve.
Mark Eaton
04-28-2020, 11:49 PM
Steve, I'm excited too! We need a painting video!!!
KDubU
04-29-2020, 05:08 AM
Getting real close now Steve! Can’t wait to see pics.
GoDadGo
04-29-2020, 06:25 AM
Thanks Gentlemen,
Now that the body is off I've got a few items that I need to address which are shown below:
1. Cleaning the entire car from stem to stern because it's 100% dusty mess.
2. Installing the Kilmat and upgraded 20 oz. marine carpeting.
... https://www.boatcarpetbuys.com/collections/bass-boat-carpet/products/20oz-bass-boat-carpet
3. Installing new steering bellows and adjusting the rack forward so that the bellows better clear the frame.
4. Re-Leveling the car to get it to 4.0" (f) and 4.5" (r) ride height.
5. Getting a proper professional alignment.
6. Adding the horn.
All are easy items, but I won't get to them until the weekend.
Steve
NOTE: Stay Safe Gents, Especially You Dr. Mark!
Great going Steve, won`t be long now!
first time builder
04-29-2020, 01:04 PM
Dependable still has a lot to do before color. Feather fill (or equi) block, prime, block prime sand sealer then color.
Jeff Kleiner
04-29-2020, 01:24 PM
Dependable still has a lot to do before color. Feather fill (or equi) block, prime, block prime sand sealer then color.
Yup.
Jeff
GoDadGo
04-29-2020, 05:17 PM
Dependable still has a lot to do before color. Feather fill (or equi) block, prime, block prime sand sealer then color.
That's why I brought in some Real Deal Professional Help because this part of the build was way over my head.
Ernie opened Dependable Paint & Body in 1979 after serving four years in the Army and been painting ever since.
Though his shop is small, he is well known in my home town.
NOTE:...Ernie has been painting professionally all the way back to when was a he was a kid in high school when learned to paint at Simplex Motorcycles.
.............He worked a 40 hour schedule after school until late in the evenings to earn his lot in life.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Simplex_Manufacturing_Corporation
GoDadGo
04-30-2020, 05:29 PM
Just got back from checking out my body and man does it look great.
The car is now wearing it's 1st coat of gray primer after being sealed with black epoxy binder.
The blocking will start next week after a few days of curing before the next shot or two of primer get applied.
Man I'm happy that I asked Ernie and Sammy to tackle this part of the build because not way in hell could I have done better.
GoDadGo
05-01-2020, 10:05 PM
1. Went my this afternoon to see the blocked, touched up and retrace coated body.
2. Worked on changing a Rack Bellow and adjust the rack 1/8" forward to give a little more bellow boot clearance.
3. Buttoned up some wiring adjustments and added additional grounds at each corner of the car for the lights.
4. Tomorrow the car will be pulled out and properly cleaned and dried.
5. Sunday we'll be working on installing the KILMAT & CARPET.
KDubU
05-02-2020, 10:43 AM
I want to see it painted! :mad:
GoDadGo
05-02-2020, 10:53 AM
I want to see it painted! :mad:
Meeeeee Toooooo!
I'll probably get the body back on the car in about 10-12 days.
It looked good in black epoxy binder and even better in gray feather fill, but until it is done it is just like waiting for Christmas to come.
I do feel that it will be Picture of the Month (P.O.M.) worthy since my pals at Dependable Paint & Body are handling this final phase of my build.
GoDadGo
05-04-2020, 06:03 AM
1. Adjusted the rack 1/8" forward to give a little more bellow boot clearance.
2. Got help from Doc finding the right size boots so they'll be installed too.
3. Cleaned car and installing the KILMAT, but still have tackle the carpet.
4. Fitted the Dog House (Drivers Footwell) and plan to close it today.
5. Hope to bring it in for an professional alignment tomorrow.
Ducky2009
05-04-2020, 12:37 PM
,...........5. Hope to bring it in for an professional alignment tomorrow.
Do you want to align it without the body on? I thought you needed full vehicle weight to get a proper alignment. I could be wrong.
GoDadGo
05-04-2020, 01:01 PM
I've got three 60 pound play sand that I picked up from Home Depot to mimic load.
Also, as long as we keep the ride height the same I should be okay.
Thanks Sir Ducky, Thanks!
Jeff Kleiner
05-04-2020, 01:24 PM
Do you want to align it without the body on? I thought you needed full vehicle weight to get a proper alignment. I could be wrong.
You just need to set the final ride height and then align. When you add weight simply adjust the springs to bring it back to that height and the alignment will return to exactly the same.
Jeff
GoDadGo
05-07-2020, 05:42 PM
I Snuck Out At Lunch To Look At Three Different Paint Spray Out Cards.
......The Decision Has Been Made & The Paint Has Been Mixed!
.....Redbone's Red War Paint Has Been Chosen!
KDubU
05-08-2020, 03:02 PM
I don’t see no red. :confused:
GoDadGo
05-08-2020, 03:53 PM
I don’t see no red. :confused:
We Will Next Week!
I just got back from the Ernie's shop and the car is finally ready for the color.
KDubU
05-09-2020, 10:09 AM
Steve, are you going to mess with us and post pics of your blue roadster? ;)
GoDadGo
05-09-2020, 10:27 AM
Steve, are you going to mess with us and post pics of your blue roadster? ;)
The paint is Mopar Torred from the 2020 model year.
Kmcallahan
05-09-2020, 01:52 PM
The car is not mine and the suspense is killing me to see it!!
rich grsc
05-09-2020, 03:46 PM
Sure would like to see one do a green one.
Jeff Kleiner
05-09-2020, 04:30 PM
Sure would like to see one do a green one.
Been there and done that Rich.
https://scontent-ort2-2.xx.fbcdn.net/v/t1.0-9/fr/cp0/e15/q65/34074368_1549818701807499_7518067534109605888_o.jp g?_nc_cat=110&_nc_sid=8024bb&efg=eyJpIjoidCJ9&_nc_oc=AQkgy9Rbwn79Rdi-vRAxJwbsdnYQouI5af5Fbw0PGUKqaqsXPqvpKpPN70yIyrH9l4 BNAXwHOaXlJOSrahTEKXAr&_nc_ht=scontent-ort2-2.xx&_nc_tp=14&oh=1f73ffdb925609865c3bcd6148aef01e&oe=5EDB4F16
😀
Jeff
rich grsc
05-11-2020, 07:48 AM
That has some bluish overtones in it, you know my feelings there. There are some different greens that I like, lighter in tone.
GoDadGo
05-11-2020, 08:51 AM
For the record my first color choice was GREEN; however, my better half loves RED!
Hope to shoot a video between, possibly during the spray out.
Baby Go-Dad loves RED too.
rich grsc
05-11-2020, 09:04 AM
Just to be clear, any color that the owner wants is fine with me. I have certain colors preferred over others, but I think I've only seen a couple that "should've" been repainted.:rolleyes: None of mine have been painted a traditional cobra color.
That has some bluish overtones in it, you know my feelings there. There are some different greens that I like, lighter in tone.
That's because Cobras want to be blue!
Jeff Kleiner
05-11-2020, 09:34 AM
Rich won’t want to know this but the color I put on his car has more blue in the mix than that green. Don’t tell him;)
Jeff
rich grsc
05-11-2020, 12:45 PM
I NEED A REFUND.:p
no jac
Jeff Kleiner
05-11-2020, 01:39 PM
I NEED A REFUND.:p
no jac
Hey, I didn't pick the color! Your "friends" at GCC tried to pay me to do this to it:
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=128183&d=1589222219
:p
Jeff
rich grsc
05-11-2020, 04:35 PM
Hey, I didn't pick the color! Your "friends" at GCC tried to pay me to do this to it:
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=128183&d=1589222219
:p
Jeff
If they'd paid for it, I'd drive it.:rolleyes:
I drove that color for over 45 yrs, JD green .:cool:
GoDadGo
05-11-2020, 04:59 PM
Hey, I didn't pick the color! Your "friends" at GCC tried to pay me to do this to it:
https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=128183&d=1589222219
:p
Jeff
Hit It Kermit!
https://youtu.be/hpiIWMWWVco
GoDadGo
05-20-2020, 08:18 PM
A Big Shout Out & Thank You To:
Jeff Kleiner, Henry Renard, Paul Borror & Randy Jones!
Latest Video Shot Tonight:
https://youtu.be/V38Jajo_qOQ
Redbone is getting a proper alignment in the morning.
Great video! You're getting close!
GoDadGo
05-21-2020, 09:42 AM
Great video! You're getting close!
Thanks Al,
I just got back from the alignment and paint shops.
I was really close on my Eye-Ball / Sheet Rock Square / Level / Angle Finder Method so he, Mr. Buck, was done in 15 minutes...Next I went over to Ernie's (Dependable Paint & Body) to view the back of hood, trunk & doors to okay the color...Then I took a 70-Plus Go Kart Ride and the car tracked straight and felt good.
In summary the car felt controllable and stable so my next tasks is to install the horn, foot box ventilation forward tubes, e-brake and shifter boots then wait for the paint to be perfected.
Steve
Steve
65 Cobra Dude
05-21-2020, 09:45 AM
Looking good Steve! Can’t wait to see it painted. One comment though - Dodge color on a Shelby with a bow tie engine...sacrilege!!! �� thanks for the shout out.
Henry
edwardb
05-21-2020, 11:22 AM
Nice video, and great progress. Not a whole lot more exciting than seeing the finished body go on the finished chassis. Thanks for the shout out in the video from me as well. Happy to help if I can. I'm just the one with the opinions. You're the one doing all the heavy lifting. :o
GoDadGo
05-31-2020, 06:11 PM
I finished up the interior this weekend and I surprised myself to say the least once I installed the top of the Transmission Tunnel.
No, it is not up to the level of Sir Edwardb (Paul Borror); however, it looks quite good, rather refined with an elegant flair.
I'll post a video and a new album after we get the body back from paint and it has been properly reassembled.
The link below is Our Youtube Channel in case anybody wants to poke around our build journey.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8m-MdRZvaH45Y6h4orIm7w/videos
And Now We Wait!
GoDadGo
06-06-2020, 07:24 PM
We moved the car to my brothers home in anticipation of the storm.
He's about 30 miles away and about 30 feet higher than we are.
Bayou Life Is Fun Until Tropical Storms Come!
65 Cobra Dude
06-06-2020, 07:29 PM
Stay safe Steve!!!
Henry
GoDadGo
06-06-2020, 07:58 PM
Stay safe Steve!!!
Henry
I think things are worse over by you.
Hang in there Henry.
CraigS
06-08-2020, 06:38 AM
Any houses for sale over near your brother?
65 Cobra Dude
06-08-2020, 07:36 AM
Any houses for sale over near your brother?
Craig,
Are you talking to me? Are you talking to me? ;) or Steve?
Henry
GoDadGo
06-08-2020, 07:45 AM
Any houses for sale over near your brother?
We're looking at a an acre sized lot that is about 10'0" higher in elevation then we are right now which didn't get wet in Katrina.
I'm designing a new home at the present time that my better half has approved.
I hope to build after I sell my Mom's house.
GoDadGo
06-08-2020, 07:49 AM
Craig,
Are you talking to me? Are you talking to me? ;) or Steve?
Henry
Funny!
Hope you all made it through the storm OK (and dry). Moving to higher ground is always a good idea, too...
GoDadGo
06-08-2020, 10:17 AM
Hope you all made it through the storm OK (and dry). Moving to higher ground is always a good idea, too...
We moved all the other vehicles to higher ground yesterday.
House is dry, but underside got a couple of inches on the slab.
Low tide happened at 8:23 AM so the water is out from under the house.
We still have about a foot in the street and two or so feet in the back yard.
Kmcallahan
06-08-2020, 05:19 PM
Sounds like all is good. Glad you did not get any real flooding.
GoDadGo
06-15-2020, 07:52 PM
Redbone Came Home & Has Been Properly Painted!
https://youtu.be/ELFJDOVKb4g
We'll start the final assembly this weekend.
Congratulations, Steve! It looks great. Can't wait to see it all put back together.
Ducky2009
06-15-2020, 08:03 PM
Looks GREAT Steve!
David Hodgkins
06-15-2020, 08:08 PM
Gorgeous! I'll bet you're chomping at the bit now!
:)
65 Cobra Dude
06-15-2020, 08:55 PM
Beautiful Steve!
Henry
Straversi
06-15-2020, 09:32 PM
Looking good. Hardest part is taking your time with the details once you see that gorgeous paint. Happy for you. We know you are thrilled.
-Steve
RR20AC
06-15-2020, 10:01 PM
Love the red. Be on the road before you know it. Jim
GTBradley
06-15-2020, 10:11 PM
You’re gonna get tickets! Honestly, that looks marvelous! I loved this stage of the build, such anticipation.
TMartinLVNV
06-15-2020, 11:34 PM
Redbone Came Home & Has Been Properly Painted!
https://youtu.be/ELFJDOVKb4g
We'll start the final assembly this weekend.
That thing is RED! Looks great.
GoDadGo
06-16-2020, 01:01 AM
Thanks Gentlemen!
Stalling out on the bodywork and paint truly had me stuck in the mud.
I'm just glad that I realized my limitations and had friends (Sammy & Ernie) that could step in to get me past that point.
The goal has always been to have a similar look to Shelby's CSX-3178, without the J-Style Roll-Bar, with alternate power (377-383 SBC) inspired by Zora Arkus-Duntov.
Shelby's Personal Car CSX-3178
https://rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/mo16/monterey/lots/r194-1965-shelby-427-cobra-csx-3178/380123
1963 Lightweight Corvette Grand Sport:
https://www.gmheritagecenter.com/featured/Corvette_Grand_Sport.html#:~:text=The%20Grand%20Sp ort%20was%20a,the%201963%20Le%20Mans%20race.
Thanks Again Gents!
KDubU
06-16-2020, 05:09 AM
Red??? I don’t see no stinking red. Looks blue to me. ;)
Looks great Steve! Now get her all put together and let’s see the total package.
Higgybulin
06-16-2020, 05:17 AM
Looks GREAT!
Higgy
Jeff Kleiner
06-16-2020, 05:42 AM
That's fantastic Steve! Can't wait to see it all together :)
Jeff
edwardb
06-16-2020, 06:00 AM
Very nice. Getting close now.
wallace18
06-16-2020, 06:09 AM
Very Nice!:cool:
frankb
06-16-2020, 08:19 AM
Looks great, Steve! But your distributor is still at the wrong end of the engine! :)
brewha
06-16-2020, 11:16 AM
Congrats on getting it back. It looks great.
JohnK
06-16-2020, 11:37 AM
Looks beautiful Steve! Very nice. It's sooooooo close now. Can't wait to see graduation video.
GoDadGo
06-16-2020, 12:00 PM
My better half posted this VIDEO on her Facebook account so hopefully, you all can see and hear this short clip of the car coming out of the Paint Booth.
https://www.facebook.com/dlarmann/videos/pcb.3656302327730065/10216950901106783/?type=3&theater&ifg=1
JohnK
06-16-2020, 12:09 PM
Holy cow, that must have been loud with no side pipes on!
Looks great Steve, let the fun continue!!
Joecobr
06-16-2020, 02:03 PM
Congrats, Steve. It has been an incredible journey for you. I admire your amazing resilience and resolve. I have enjoyed following along over the years.
GoDadGo
06-16-2020, 03:06 PM
Congrats, Steve. It has been an incredible journey for you. I admire your amazing resilience and resolve. I have enjoyed following along over the years.
We Are All Resilient & Life Gets In The Way For All Of Us!
We wouldn't take on this journey if we weren't.
Thanks for the kind words.
Railroad
06-16-2020, 03:23 PM
Great stage for the car. It looks great. Tell me about the ramps on the trailer. I have a car hauler trailer and the ramps are too short. I have been shopping, but have not found what I think I want. Are you pleased with those and any info is appreciated.
GoDadGo
06-16-2020, 05:43 PM
Great stage for the car. It looks great. Tell me about the ramps on the trailer. I have a car hauler trailer and the ramps are too short. I have been shopping, but have not found what I think I want. Are you pleased with those and any info is appreciated.
I don't recall where I bought them, possibly AMAZON, but these are the ramps.
https://www.reesetowpower.com/products/cargo-management/loading-ramps/loading-ramp-straight/uHvTF2JB0INlCrnovsp3km!dcXG9NCa%7CZ3c51Yt0HoU=
Hope this helps.
Looking good! Congratulations!
My better half posted this VIDEO on her Facebook account so hopefully, you all can see and hear this short clip of the car coming out of the Paint Booth.
https://www.facebook.com/dlarmann/videos/pcb.3656302327730065/10216950901106783/?type=3&theater&ifg=1
That's one angry Chebby Cobra!
1965daytona
06-16-2020, 08:15 PM
Hola Steve.
Congratulation! I am sure you will have the car finished soon, just in time to attend this year's Cruise the Coast in October.
Looking forward on seeing more photos...
Herb
GoDadGo
06-16-2020, 08:56 PM
That's one angry Chebby Cobra!
Thanks Papa Dave!
It is one Peppy Prius to say the least!
Thanks for the post.
Steve
Jim1855
06-16-2020, 10:28 PM
Congrats Steve!
But are you sure that isn't Arrest Me Red?
Jim
GoDadGo
07-25-2020, 06:25 PM
Here's the latest video from Camp Go-Dad!
https://youtu.be/A0Jb1tjjtPU
I've been busy doing other stuff, like restructuring Small Business loans, but I was able to get in the garage today to do a little bit more work on Redbone.
Looking good,Steve; paddle and all.
Dave
edwardb
07-25-2020, 08:04 PM
Looks great. Nice and clean. Body and paint work turned out really well. Can't argue with the color choice. ;)
Ducky2009
07-25-2020, 08:36 PM
Looks Great Steve!
GoDadGo
07-25-2020, 08:58 PM
Thanks Gentlemen!
Sorry the color is coming out sort of Orangeish in the video.
The color is 2020 Dodge Challenger Torred and it is a color that really does the car justice.
The game plan for tomorrow is to polish the pipes before I reinstall them.
Steve
KDubU
07-26-2020, 04:52 AM
Looking great Steve! That dizzy though....need I say more? ;)
Jeff Kleiner
07-26-2020, 05:52 AM
About dang time! I've been dying up here waiting for another update ;)
Looking great my friend :)
Jeff
GoDadGo
07-26-2020, 06:09 AM
About dang time! I've been dying up here waiting for another update ;)
Looking great my friend :)
Jeff
Hey Sir Jeffski,
Sorry about the delay on the car but we've been a bit busy on the home front once again.
We helped our oldest daughter Megan & husband Nic move to N.C. so she could attend Law School @ Wake Forest.
In addition, our youngest daughter Emma & her fiance Jarret are getting over the China Virus (COVID-19) so you get the picture.
We also finished settling my Mom's estate and now have her house up for sale.
To say the least, it has been one of those life got in the way kind of months.
Thanks for all the help getting me to this point!
Steve
D Stand
07-26-2020, 09:42 AM
Steve, the car looks great! Depending how my DS door fits I like your fix so I might go that route.
Dale
RR20AC
07-26-2020, 01:04 PM
Looking awesome Steve. Like the mirrors and the special pieces you have added. Can't wait to see the finished product out in the sun.
Here's the latest video from Camp Go-Dad!
https://youtu.be/A0Jb1tjjtPU
I've been busy doing other stuff, like restructuring Small Business loans, but I was able to get in the garage today to do a little bit more work on Redbone.
Wow! You're oh-so-close! It looks great!