Monday, March 22, 2021
"Houston, we have liftoff..."
Rear/passenger wheel cylinder finally arrived, so we were able to finish off the brakes
We moved onto the fuel pump. Brass adapters installed.
New fuel lines (re)installed (fuel pump to fuel filter)
This Permatex aviation sealant is, far 'n away, the best sealant for fuel lines
We filled the radiator, in preparation for firing up the engine.
With the car firing up & running, it was a GREAT weekend!
Monday, March 15, 2021
Starter, overflow tank, brake job, wheel cylinders, fuel pump removal...
New battery hold down/heat shield after fresh paint
New starter installed
Carter AFB carb. re-installed with new/correct gaskets
Accelerator linkage re-attached
Overflow tank reinstalled w/new hoses
Preparing for new cork valve cover gaskets
We cleaned up the aluminum valve covers
Getting ready to install new spark plugs/double checked gaps
Installed a new GF-90 fuel filter
Fuel filter installed, fuel lines being reattached
Laid out the new brake drums/brake kits/wheel cylinders for all 4 wheels...
Removing the old wheel cylinder...
New wheel cylinder (front) and new brake hoses
Wire brushing the backing plate contact surfaces and added grease
Front driver side complete
Front driver side: new drum
Rear driver side complete
Re-installing the wheels
Sunday, March 7, 2021
Back from SoCal NCRS event...
Installed the new battery tray
Installed the new radiator->overflow tank hose
The heater hose "T" was a bit rusty. Cleaned it up in preparation for the overflow tank install...
This is an extra overflow tank we had. We'll use this one, instead of the older replacement.
Battery installed.
Disconnecting the solenoid wires...
Unbolting the old starter...
Starter is out.
Old battery tray vs. the new one
The battery tray cover/heat shield is supposed to be semi-gloss black. Frustrating that they sent it to me in raw metal. Grrrrr.
I primed it today. I'll paint it tomorrow and get it installed. That needs to go in prior to the overflow tank.
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Final tweaks & test drive w/Vette jai
Parking brake adjustment Installing new spinner caps Polishing and installing the ignition shielding pre-fitting, but rusty We'll clea...
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Parking brake adjustment Installing new spinner caps Polishing and installing the ignition shielding pre-fitting, but rusty We'll clea...
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Degreasing the steering center link relay rod Sanding & prep'ing for paint Removing the old/torn Dust shield from the wheel well P...
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Installed the new battery tray Installed the new radiator->overflow tank hose The heater hose "T" was a bit rusty. Cleaned it...