Street Rod Jim's 33 Hot Rod V2 #1143 Build - The Journey Begins

[Street Rod Jim]

Testing the electronics of the 33 Hot Rod V2.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zZHJtz7HTVE

[Street Rod Jim]

Tweaking in the Holley Terminator X Max for the LS engine and 4L65e transmission.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xQK90EJIeSg&t=2s

[Street Rod Jim]

Prepping the 33 Hot Rod for first engine start. Lots of odds and ends.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zC2a9hRA1Hg&t=1s

[Street Rod Jim]

Street Rod Jim's 33 Hot Rod V2 Engine Start!



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T8SnH17dRi4

[Street Rod Jim]

Today I am working out the kinks noticed after the first engine start.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DgkDTFUiYxg

[Street Rod Jim]

Today I am adding a LS Steam Vent Hose to the engine.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oOZtwq-8LFI

[Salty Chief 35]

Congrats on getting it running, sounds awesome! Thanks for these videos, really put into reality what it takes to build these cars.
Jeremie

[Street Rod Jim]

Congrats on getting it running, sounds awesome! Thanks for these videos, really put into reality what it takes to build these cars.
Jeremie

Thanks Jeremie I appreciate it.

[Street Rod Jim]

Bleeding brakes with a pressurized system. The best I have used.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kk1cuFwQ8Z0&t=655s&pp=sAQA

[Street Rod Jim]

33 Hot Rod headlights.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a34xxVq9KlE&pp=sAQA

[Street Rod Jim]

First drive in my 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8wlXqRUafOs&pp=sAQA

[Street Rod Jim]

Kit Car Talk with Street Rod Jim #4 - The trials and tribulations of building a car



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kpVfONmUXbE&t=3s&pp=sAQA

[Street Rod Jim]

Outgassing issues with my 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FuMReSJIUEw&pp=sAQA

[Street Rod Jim]

More information on getting my EFI system up and running.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDwmT2IPpUc&t=1s&pp=sAQA

[Street Rod Jim]

Working out the kinks of the EFI system.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zfukaqhCd-c&pp=sAQA

[Salty Chief 35]

Well done Jim, glad you kept with it and got some of the issues that you were having sorted. You are that much closer to having one bad a$$ ride!
Respectfully
Jeremie

[Street Rod Jim]

Well done Jim, glad you kept with it and got some of the issues that you were having sorted. You are that much closer to having one bad a$$ ride!
Respectfully
Jeremie

Thanks Jeremie!

[Street Rod Jim]

Using an electronic actuator for my emergency brakes.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YRBCCquPwsg&t=10s

[Street Rod Jim]

Taking my 33 to get a VIN number



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gMphRp4de9I&t=7s

[Street Rod Jim]

Calibrating the Autometer Speedometer



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eehQKE_VP8k&t=742s

[Street Rod Jim]

First trip to the gas station and updates



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d3pqus-mZfQ&t=1s

[FF33rod]

removed due to lack of interest ;)

[Street Rod Jim]

Getting the car road worthy - biasing brakes.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4W41mvg5BAI&t=1s

[Salty Chief 35]

So your neighbors a #^+*. Glad the cop was annoyed as you were and didn’t give you a ticket. Car seems to be close now, looks good.
Respectfully
Jeremie

[Street Rod Jim]

Adding aftermarket side view mirrors to my 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kMyn9bh5iaA&t=631s

[Street Rod Jim]

Getting the Holly Terminator X system tuned on the street.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k536O-KxMUM&t=129s

[Street Rod Jim]

Adding wheels spacers to my front wheels to help with bike fender clearance issue on my 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3Ck4Ir_phDc

[Street Rod Jim]

Changing the front bike fender clearance on my 33 Hot Rod V2




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcRWQHsKB7M

[Street Rod Jim]

Computer issues....Holley Terminator X



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=593PYMvnDDU

[Street Rod Jim]

Finalizing the Hood, Side Panels and Valance of the 33 Hot Rod V2 - Part 1



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6z_PcDbSZM

[Street Rod Jim]

Finalizing the Hood, Side Panels and Valance of the 33 Hot Rod V2 - Part 2


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkX7Nlp5fa8

[Street Rod Jim]

Finalizing the Hood, Side Panels and Valance of the 33 Hot Rod V2 - Part 3


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qzeqOi38es0

[Street Rod Jim]

Finalizing the Hood, Side Panels and Valance of the 33 Hot Rod V2 - Part 4


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fCBHudQwaNw

[Oldguy33]

Nice work Jim. Watch all your videos.

[Street Rod Jim]

Nice work Jim. Watch all your videos.

Thanks!

[andyw]

We're waiting for delivery, delayed by the snow storm. What did you use for removing the tape residue on the body?

[peterh226]

We're waiting for delivery, delayed by the snow storm. What did you use for removing the tape residue on the body?

Buy a gallon of acetone and a bunch of rags and microfiber cloth’s. A spray bottle for the acetone will help too. Be careful of the fumes, but you’ll use a lot for cleaning stuff. Buy boxes of gloves as well.

[FF33rod]

Lacquer Thinner is another good way to go, less aggressive than the acetone....

Steve

[Street Rod Jim]

We're waiting for delivery, delayed by the snow storm. What did you use for removing the tape residue on the body?

I used acetone, but Lacquer thinner I think works better.

[Street Rod Jim]

Finalizing the Hood, Side Panels and Valance of the 33 Hot Rod V2 - Part 45




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LdUEiLHGjv4

[Street Rod Jim]

Fixing the curvature of the 33 Hot Rod Trunk



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-gV4WJWg-LM&t=518s

[Street Rod Jim]

Sanding the gel coat - Preparing for paint



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=14RlmiTeZQA

[Street Rod Jim]

Sanding the gel coat - Preparing for paint Part 2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UWZVITvjglw

[Street Rod Jim]

Adding after market inserts to form the curvature of the 33 Hot Rod Trunk



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dwpbkz9zHT0

[Street Rod Jim]

Adding after market inserts to form the curvature of the 33 Hot Rod Trunk Part 2




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O2QJyx8RiTE

[Street Rod Jim]

Adding after market inserts to form the curvature of the 33 Hot Rod Trunk Part 3




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0VLyIqqSlE

[Street Rod Jim]

Trimming and sanding the front side panels (Engine Covers) of the 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PwA_mrXPs9w&t=1s

[Street Rod Jim]

Extending fiberglass on the lower valance of the 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RqPPL2YCNzQ&t=1s

[Street Rod Jim]

Installing the two piece valance of the 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=btnT03crVdQ&t=1s

[Street Rod Jim]

Jim gets an body work evaluation from his mentor Greg



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R-YkuUbfko8

[Street Rod Jim]

Jim works out all the nuances of the hard top and gets it ready for the real body work.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EtvyixrBeOM&t=1s

[Street Rod Jim]

Starting the process of build primer and sanding.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2xEA7G4v4P8

[Street Rod Jim]

Getting the hood to align on my 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jRn9ZhwNsYc

[Street Rod Jim]

Installing the 818 trunk latch on a 33 hot rod.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0FOebj1zWAw&t=2s

[Street Rod Jim]

Still working on build primer to get to that car show finish



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rbhffNl35_I

[Street Rod Jim]

I am shocked but still getting the waves out with more build primer.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWXQLcZHKcQ&t=475s

[Street Rod Jim]

Aligning the doors one last time



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ePjCD6gbLBs

[Street Rod Jim]

Finalizing the build primer on the rear fenders



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oVvWcB26fe8

[Salty Chief 35]

Hang in there Jim. You’re making steady progress. Really enjoy your videos.
Respectfully
Jeremie

[Presto51]

Hey Jim,

Looking over your prime videos and I noticed that It looks like your not using guide coat before you do any sanding?

If I missed it I apologize, but if your not using a guide coat I strongly suggest that you incorporate it into your paint prep process, especially before you start in on the hood.

Ron

[Street Rod Jim]

Hey Jim,

Looking over your prime videos and I noticed that It looks like your not using guide coat before you do any sanding?

Ron

Yes, I use a dry coat with everything when needed.

[Street Rod Jim]

Dealing with the Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 Hood Fitment.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xorFLXV00Ow&t=1s

[Street Rod Jim]

Installing Door Lock Solenoids on the Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2ol5NGnCj24&t=2s

[Street Rod Jim]

Test drive - Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l11peIEoWcU

[Street Rod Jim]

Working out my custom reverse lights on the Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pySjRn_qJ1s&t=2s

[Street Rod Jim]

Working out my custom reverse lights #2 on the Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cYbhoAbVgUs

[Street Rod Jim]

Kit Car Talk #5 with Street Rod Jim - Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bzMv3gocUAQ

[Street Rod Jim]

Fixing the leaks on the new Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 build



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVgDVpuA8d0

[Street Rod Jim]

Fixing a valve cover leak on the new Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 build



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aDnaILXI15Y

[Street Rod Jim]

Dropping off the Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 for body work.



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Qobj81zqvzs

[Street Rod Jim]

Body Work Update #1 - Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NZl9Peu_NyU

[Street Rod Jim]

Body Work Update #2 - Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2BG2xUUg2s

[Street Rod Jim]

Body Work Update #3 - Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VAcVk3OI6Hs

[Street Rod Jim]

How to create a show car paint job - Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZgxkicZ1JJk

[Salty Chief 35]

Jim,
Glad you’re back! I enjoy your videos.
Respectfully,
Jeremie

[peterh226]

Hi Jim
Been following along since I am at a similar stage as you are. I have done all the build primer and blocking and am having a local painter handle the seal, base, and clear.
Watching your painter friend, I was surprised not to see you folks using gloves, respirator, and at some points eye protection. These paints are some nasty things.

I like the Blue, should look really cool. I’m also hoping to get mine ‘completed’ over the winter.
Keep up the good work!

[e36m3]

Adding after market inserts to form the curvature of the 33 Hot Rod Trunk



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Dwpbkz9zHT0

Hi Jim,

What aftermarket inserts are you using to correct the curvature of the trunk?

Thanks,

Andy

[FF33rod]

Hi Jim,

What aftermarket inserts are you using to correct the curvature of the trunk?

Thanks,

Andy

The "standard" for this is made my Tim Whittaker - Kootenai Valley customs https://kootenaivalleycustoms.com/ his web site doesn't seem to have the various products anymore but give him a call or email....

Steve

[Street Rod Jim]

Hi Peter,

I can only speak for myself, but it is a wind tunnel and I am up stream....with a respirator.

[Street Rod Jim]

Paint booth primer...



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9qq8ioP6DLY

[Street Rod Jim]

Paint Booth - Color - Protonic Blue



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4cKvuDW2jkI

[Street Rod Jim]

33 Hot Rod V2 Door Disassembly



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vUzEfwbzpI8

[Street Rod Jim]

33 Hot Rod V2 - Taking the Body Off




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OY4MapnTAc0&t=365s

[Street Rod Jim]

33 Hot Rod V2 - Show Car Sanding



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJ-g94RLW2U

[Street Rod Jim]

Clean and tighten up for final build



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EHYiP8Tbtk4

[Street Rod Jim]

33 Hot Rod V2 - Lizard Skin Firewall



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yUTZGFNxW8c&t=3s

[Street Rod Jim]

33 Hot Rod V2 - 33 Hot Rod V2 - Firewall insulation



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k6HYk44_L48

[Street Rod Jim]

33 Hot Rod V2 - Interior Assembly Panels



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6UPWtm-MAIA

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Interior Assembly - Weatherstripping & Seat Belts



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eRFUwIodu0

[Street Rod Jim]

Rewiring the Dash Part 1



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G9_a89AF64w

[Street Rod Jim]

Rewiring the Dash Part 2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CXywF4V-2a0&t=25s

[Street Rod Jim]

Transmission Tunnel Fitment



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YbNaUWrJsIc

[Street Rod Jim]

Rewiring the 33 Hot Rod V2 Dash Part 3


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PfqHnFORXZ8&t=1s

[Street Rod Jim]

Painting Color on the 33 Hot Rod V2



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CLoFBN4r1Ss&t=198s

[Street Rod Jim]

Rewiring the 33 Hot Rod V2 Part 4



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sj4uQvibwSg

[Street Rod Jim]

33 Hot Rod V2 Rewire Testing & Starting



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2m8W7C9t-88

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Fit and Finish - HVAC - Door Bushings - Steering Rack Limiter





https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8Z7x-oVl_EE

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - HVAC



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dKLXdrER8VY

[Just 1 More]

Can you tell me more about the bushings you used for you door hinges? Why the change and Where do you get them?

[progmgr1]

I don't know if Jim used the same parts, but I got Delrin door bushings from Tim Whittaker (http://www.kootenaivalleycustoms.com/Products.php?fref=gc&dti=316641034576). I saw somewhere that Tim was retiring, so you might want to call him before ordering.

Keith HR #894

[FF33rod]

SRJ rarely responds to stuff so I'll chime in - it's likely Kootenai Valley customs, Tim Whittaker. He has many parts to help make a build more robust and functional including trunk supports and other items. Some are more appropriate for gen 1, others more universal. https://kootenaivalleycustoms.com/ Web site has been a bit non functional as of late but has contact info

Steve

[Just 1 More]

I don't know if Jim used the same parts, but I got Delrin door bushings from Tim Whittaker (http://www.kootenaivalleycustoms.com/Products.php?fref=gc&dti=316641034576). I saw somewhere that Tim was retiring, so you might want to call him before ordering.

Keith HR #894


SRJ rarely responds to stuff so I'll chime in - it's likely Kootenai Valley customs, Tim Whittaker. He has many parts to help make a build more robust and functional including trunk supports and other items. Some are more appropriate for gen 1, others more universal. https://kootenaivalleycustoms.com/ Web site has been a bit non functional as of late but has contact info

Steve

Yeah, I talked to Tim back on Dec 19th and he told me then that he was pretty much done. He said he would see if he could put together a trunk kit for me and then I never heard from him again. I haven't tried calling him again either.

[JimLev]

Best to call Tim.
I bought his bump steering kit about a year ago. Very well made.

[Just 1 More]

Best to call Tim.
I bought his bump steering kit about a year ago. Very well made.

Just got off the phone with him. Great guy to talk to. Unfortunately, He's done. Going to see if he can get me that trunk kit and door bushings, and maybe one or 2 little things he might still have in a box somewhere. He did say it definitely wouldn't be anytime soon though.

[progmgr1]

If Tim really is done, he may share the bushing dimensions with the Forum community. IIRC, Delrin rods are available from McMaster-Carr and a machine shop could turn the ID and OD and cut them to the proper length.

And I agree that Tim is a great guy to talk to. He's very knowledgeable about FFR cars and freely dispenses build tips and techniques - especially if you are going to try something experimental. He once gave me a comprehensive hour long dissertation on how to build fiberglass parts, including detailed recommendations on materials, tools and techniques. Another time I got a similar tutorial on how to mount and align the body on the chassis.

Keith HR #894

[Street Rod Jim]

SRJ rarely responds to stuff so I'll chime in.

Steve
Actually, I respond to everything that I see. I never got notification on this, but got the same question on the other forum and responded. And I also respond to actionable comments on the youtube channel where most of the questions come from.

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Permanent Installation - Tunnel & Panels



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0P3_OGkxmiI

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Interior Insulation & Carpet



https://youtu.be/_P8SHfkjEuo

[Just 1 More]

If Tim really is done, he may share the bushing dimensions with the Forum community. IIRC, Delrin rods are available from McMaster-Carr and a machine shop could turn the ID and OD and cut them to the proper length.

And I agree that Tim is a great guy to talk to. He's very knowledgeable about FFR cars and freely dispenses build tips and techniques - especially if you are going to try something experimental. He once gave me a comprehensive hour long dissertation on how to build fiberglass parts, including detailed recommendations on materials, tools and techniques. Another time I got a similar tutorial on how to mount and align the body on the chassis.

Keith HR #894

Comparing the bushings to my Camaro, they look identical. I'll break out the mic and see what I come up with but they look like a standard GM door bushing

[Just 1 More]

Comparing the bushings to my Camaro, they look identical. I'll break out the mic and see what I come up with but they look like a standard GM door bushing

Found this on line for the GM bushings .380 in X .494 in X .363 in and .420 in X .532 in X .369 in

[Street Rod Jim]

Tim also provided me with the arched trunk supports.

[Mastertech5]

Jim, I was watching your assembly video when you were trying to figure out the heater hose configuration. I ordered 2-45 degree Vintage Air hose fittings from Amazon for the firewall engine bay side and used the 90 degree ones on the inside to attach to the heater core. I had to bend the 90 degree ones slightly more to get them to line up better. Tighten them up on the bulkhead fittings and use a rag on it to protect your hand. Tighten them opposite of the installed position and push until it gets to where you want it. You can eyeball the angle with the heater core pipes that way. It takes some effort to do.
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[Street Rod Jim]

Jim, I was watching your assembly video when you were trying to figure out the heater hose configuration. I ordered 2-45 degree Vintage Air hose fittings from Amazon for the firewall engine bay side and used the 90 degree ones on the inside to attach to the heater core. I had to bend the 90 degree ones slightly more to get them to line up better. Tighten them up on the bulkhead fittings and use a rag on it to protect your hand. Tighten them opposite of the installed position and push until it gets to where you want it. You can eyeball the angle with the heater core pipes that way. It takes some effort to do.
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Thanks for the info...

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Lizard Skin Sound Control & Ceramic



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pi5vs9bnybQ

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Painted Carpet Trim & Heater Hose



https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OlNAgX4hM9g

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Painted Body On The Frame


https://youtu.be/6vPMyHn9gpA

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Paint Inside Trunk - HVAC Heater



https://youtu.be/p20FDVptRs4

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Trunk Floor Panels & Center Console Fitment



https://youtu.be/xNSfFZ4z9BY

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Sealing Console & Buffing Dash


https://youtu.be/ngckB6kCK94

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Building Dash, Black Out Fenders & Buffing Panels



https://youtu.be/X-I7ePGi7x4

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Valance Installation & Building Doors



https://youtu.be/d_UtD6nvXzU

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Installing & Aligning Trunk Lid - Carpet



https://youtu.be/QWySo9BRmz0

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Custom Center Console Switch Panel



https://youtu.be/WPkxzsXVsbw

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Program Wireless Remote & Door Panels



https://youtu.be/XiQm8_6L5co

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Doors, Fenders, & Side Panels



https://youtu.be/rlG0rMHxPwE

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - HVAC Vents, Paint Parts



https://youtu.be/mYdo3ON_Sl4

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Buffing Critical Areas Before Hard Top



https://youtu.be/3xd_YcB4QQs

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Carpet & Seat Belts



https://youtu.be/Bw_rZE8FKi8

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Waterfall & Roll Bar



https://youtu.be/E7elxh1AM74

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Installing Hard Top After Paint



https://youtu.be/hgZnq91A9GU

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Big Issue - Tear Down



https://youtu.be/S7VfD3nY9V0

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Let's Build It Back Up



https://youtu.be/POkUBaUhnd0

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Hard Top, Side Panels, & Cold Drive



https://youtu.be/0IaBCfYzm8s

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Window Stops & Alignment



https://youtu.be/QKwAcZby1_E

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Windshield Modified & Installed



https://youtu.be/C2CsqBRAbHs

[JimLev]

I feel you pain with the tops of the side windows. I’ve got the side to seal pretty well but what I find is the 1/8” gap at the top gets larger the faster you drive.
The wind pulls the glass out. Maybe I’ll try that double seal you mentioned.

[33fromSD]

I feel you pain with the tops of the side windows. I’ve got the side to seal pretty well but what I find is the 1/8” gap at the top gets larger the faster you drive.
The wind pulls the glass out. Maybe I’ll try that double seal you mentioned.

There is an "L-shapped Channel" I've seen that may work for you guys with a sealing issue. I don't have the top or windows so I'm not sure if this would work or not, but I've seen guys use them on other classic car restoration projects and it worked well there.

Here is what I'm talking about (not saying buy from Amazon, just providing the link as an example --> https://www.amazon.com/52-49Ft-Stripping-Adhesive-Soundproofing-Weatherstrip/dp/B09TCZNJ9Y/ref=sr_1_10?hvadid=528614154214&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9020396&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=11196479524618155106&hvtargid=kwd-1306675197586&hydadcr=19115_9583571&keywords=l+shape+door+seal&qid=1690016256&sr=8-10

Jim

[progmgr1]

The wind pulls the glass out. Maybe I’ll try that double seal you mentioned.

My guess is that the wind builds pressure inside the cabin when you drive fast, pushing the windows out. I installed a pressure vent from a Ford pickup to see if I could avoid that problem. I don't know how well it works since I'm not on the road yet, but it seemed worth the $17 investment. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RPXQR93?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details

Keith HR #894

[JimLev]

I’ll give both of those a try.

[Just 1 More]

My guess is that the wind builds pressure inside the cabin when you drive fast, pushing the windows out. I installed a pressure vent from a Ford pickup to see if I could avoid that problem. I don't know how well it works since I'm not on the road yet, but it seemed worth the $17 investment. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RPXQR93?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details

Keith HR #894

Where and How did you install it?

[progmgr1]

I cut a closely sized hole in the aluminum panel that normally provides battery access. The vent just snapped in. I may add a bead of silicone sealer after final assembly.

Keith HR #894

[e36m3]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Windshield Modified & Installed



https://youtu.be/C2CsqBRAbHs

Hi Jim
Did you get any video of the the tape and sealant getting added during the windshield final installation?
Car is looking good!

Thanks,
Andy

[Street Rod Jim]

Hi Jim
Did you get any video of the the tape and sealant getting added during the windshield final installation?
Car is looking good!

Thanks,
Andy

There is nothing special. Put tape in, added windshield, then glued around it and you are seeing him wipe off the excess.

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Royal Purple Ice (Overheating)



https://youtu.be/33HjeiLCLjU?si=zzzQfbvm1qV2WOHH

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Mud Flaps



https://youtu.be/87NM1OhEthc?si=T-ecnLpcdGI9uPGF

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Updates & Upholstered Door Panels



https://youtu.be/KGsJ9kFxAs8?si=htKszVr0vsYw4_wP

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Paint Correction & Touch Ups



https://youtu.be/Bu1A4Jpos2E?si=OABJ_FuodOVHGanj

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Window Templates



https://youtu.be/bIMOlFCluTg?si=IJuNUAIlBrtLtPgf

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Clean Up - Updates



https://youtu.be/xXDW4OsjMDA?si=2sb14_Zlt1foweTj

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Weatherstripping



https://youtu.be/kSvOrHs88IY?si=pWj20cxJiecAEpvA

[FF33rod]

For your hood prop rod, why not use the FFR ball stud bracket mounted near the striker? that way you don't have store a loose prop rod somewhere else....

189975

Regarding the PPF on the rear fender, it doesn't seem to discolor and make the fender look different so I wouldn't be too concerned about that. If you can manage to get the whole fender done in one piece, go for it. A bit tricky due to the multi curves. But get it covered to somewhere near the top, it's surprising where those damn pebbles get.

Speaking of pebbles, one thing that surprised me is some stones getting in between the hood and the cowl - where you put the rubber stripping. Getting in the habit of opening the hood and checking after every ride...

[Mastertech5]

Hey Jim, I was having the same problem with my doors sagging. I leaned over one to get a tool on the car floor and noticed the main door bar move on the rear bracket. Once I tightened those 2 carriage bolts as tight as I could the doors stopped sagging. Find a friend that can do it for you because of your back. You need to hold the bar at the same time or it will move as you tighten the nuts. I also had to tighten the hinge bolts that go through the bushings twice as they settle in as you use the doors. I put white grease on all those bushings. Nice job on the car by the way! I've been watching since the beginning.

[Street Rod Jim]

For your hood prop rod, why not use the FFR ball stud bracket mounted near the striker? that way you don't have store a loose prop rod somewhere else....

189975

Regarding the PPF on the rear fender, it doesn't seem to discolor and make the fender look different so I wouldn't be too concerned about that. If you can manage to get the whole fender done in one piece, go for it. A bit tricky due to the multi curves. But get it covered to somewhere near the top, it's surprising where those damn pebbles get.

Speaking of pebbles, one thing that surprised me is some stones getting in between the hood and the cowl - where you put the rubber stripping. Getting in the habit of opening the hood and checking after every ride...

Wow, would have never thought pebbles would be up there... The "raised hood" does not have the same support ribs underneath. It is totally different. And the one that is there is super thin and would get in the way of the striker bracket that really does not fit there either. If I had the ribs of the original hood, I would have put it there to begin with.

We will see what the PPF company says. These fenders have lots of funky curves.

[Street Rod Jim]

Hey Jim, I was having the same problem with my doors sagging. I leaned over one to get a tool on the car floor and noticed the main door bar move on the rear bracket. Once I tightened those 2 carriage bolts as tight as I could the doors stopped sagging. Find a friend that can do it for you because of your back. You need to hold the bar at the same time or it will move as you tighten the nuts. I also had to tighten the hinge bolts that go through the bushings twice as they settle in as you use the doors. I put white grease on all those bushings. Nice job on the car by the way! I've been watching since the beginning.

I just bought a right angle pneumatic socket wrench. Hopefully that will do it without sanding. Not sure why it has taken so long to do this, but its been a rough year.....

[narly1]

For your hood prop rod, why not use the FFR ball stud bracket mounted near the striker? that way you don't have store a loose prop rod somewhere else....


Or replace the striker bolt (pin) altogether with a ball stud/washer/internally threaded standoff/ threaded rod.

You could then pop the ball end on the end of your prop rod on and off of the striker pin as needed.

Earl

[33fromSD]

Hey Jim, I was having the same problem with my doors sagging. I leaned over one to get a tool on the car floor and noticed the main door bar move on the rear bracket. Once I tightened those 2 carriage bolts as tight as I could the doors stopped sagging. Find a friend that can do it for you because of your back. You need to hold the bar at the same time or it will move as you tighten the nuts. I also had to tighten the hinge bolts that go through the bushings twice as they settle in as you use the doors. I put white grease on all those bushings. Nice job on the car by the way! I've been watching since the beginning.

You should also pin it, so you won't have to worry about the carriage bolts anymore. Get the door where you want it, then drill two or three 5/16" holes in the bracket a few inches apart from eachg other and then get 5/16" grade 8 hardware (bolt, washers, lock washer, & nut), install it in the holes you drilled and tighten it all up and you'll never have to worry about it again.

Jim

[Mastertech5]

About your engine ticking noise. I don't know if your rocker arms are new or the originals when you rebuilt the engine but LS rocker arms are somewhat known to have weak reunions where they pivot on the studs. It's possible that one may have started to fail resulting in excess play on that pushrod. You can buy upgraded aftermarket trunion replacements or one of your lifters may have started to collapse but I would check that all the stud nuts are torqued properly fiestas as you mentioned. They are what they call positive stop studs. There is a shoulder on them that the nuts torque against. You don't need to go through turning the engine to get each valve closed before tightening the nuts except when you first install the valvetrain. Just trying to help and return the favor of all your great videos!

[Street Rod Jim]

About your engine ticking noise. I don't know if your rocker arms are new or the originals when you rebuilt the engine but LS rocker arms are somewhat known to have weak reunions where they pivot on the studs. It's possible that one may have started to fail resulting in excess play on that pushrod. You can buy upgraded aftermarket trunion replacements or one of your lifters may have started to collapse but I would check that all the stud nuts are torqued properly fiestas as you mentioned. They are what they call positive stop studs. There is a shoulder on them that the nuts torque against. You don't need to go through turning the engine to get each valve closed before tightening the nuts except when you first install the valvetrain. Just trying to help and return the favor of all your great videos!

Just needed to drive it..... Who would have thought. LOL

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Doors, Clamps, Buff...



https://youtu.be/4ULxIOoPz8E?si=QW3yQ_hchMMhLVQm

[Street Rod Jim]

Factory Five 33 Hot Rod V2 - Kit Car Talk With Street Rod Jim #6



https://youtu.be/A4uYJaVUWs4?si=fg_EKxj9aMuJkFJd

[Street Rod Jim]

Street Rod Jim - Official Celebration Video - FFR 33 Hot Rod



https://youtu.be/kHDbL_MqdG8?si=kCPY_RUVKZKfRng1

[Street Rod Jim]

The Making of Street Rod Jim and the Music Video Wicked Game - Documentary



https://youtu.be/KsMXgH6J2OM?si=gFWWLmsvNHjDZCZL

[Street Rod Jim]

Hello Everyone,


As this chapter comes to a close on the 33 Hot Rod, I will still be posting on my Youtube channel for Car Shows with the 33, Trailer info and hopefully soon the 1966 Ford Econoline van. Feel free to come along for the ride. If there are any videos still pertaining to being on this forum, I will definitely post them. The last year was a little tough, but I am turning a corner for the better. I want to say thanks to everyone for all the support, information and push to keep me going. If I end up doing a F9R, or other FFR car, I will start another thread. Thanks, again. Street Rod Jim

[Salty Chief 35]

Jim,
Great job, your car turned out awesome! Thank you again for taking the time to make these videos. They show that an “everyday Joe” can do this. Some of the “pros” or guys with a ton of experience make this look easy. You showed some of the real world problems and got through it. Best of luck on the van and I’m looking forward to following your F9 build.
Respectfully,
Jeremie

[Street Rod Jim]

Jim,
Great job, your car turned out awesome! Thank you again for taking the time to make these videos. They show that an “everyday Joe” can do this. Some of the “pros” or guys with a ton of experience make this look easy. You showed some of the real world problems and got through it. Best of luck on the van and I’m looking forward to following your F9 build.
Respectfully,
Jeremie

Thanks Jeremie.

[Street Rod Jim]

Hello everyone. The time has come to move on to my next project. Feel free to reach out if interested.


https://youtu.be/jKLwWuVKtQs