Bobby Posted December 8, 2020 Report Share Posted December 8, 2020 13 hours ago, NickPickToo said: You probably remember what it was like to be my age, but period correct implementation is critical. Weather seal around the lid and hidden cork gaskets behind the grill makes for rattle free implementation too. This is awesome 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frank Elder Posted December 8, 2020 Report Share Posted December 8, 2020 Ouch.....pretty sure you are my "Elder" though.....lol...pun intended. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickPickToo Posted December 8, 2020 Author Report Share Posted December 8, 2020 10 hours ago, knuckleharley said: You expect us to believe there was such a thing as music in cars back then? I guess you will be telling us next there was electricity in houses,too. knuckle,running for cover.......... Probably added base by blowing over a jug 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dryerventwizard Posted December 12, 2020 Report Share Posted December 12, 2020 I finally found the right backing for the dodge emblem on the front at ace hardware can u believe it. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dryerventwizard Posted December 13, 2020 Report Share Posted December 13, 2020 Does anybody know where to get these for 1940dodge car quarter vent window mine is stripped out and rusted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Buchanan Posted December 13, 2020 Report Share Posted December 13, 2020 49 minutes ago, Dryerventwizard said: Does anybody know where to get these for 1940dodge car quarter vent window mine is stripped out and rusted. I'm not a moderator (at least on this forum) so I may be speaking out of turn....but posts like the one above really need to be in a separate thread. This thread is about Nick's car and shouldn't be hijacked with topics that don't apply to his project. Thanks. 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dryerventwizard Posted December 13, 2020 Report Share Posted December 13, 2020 14 minutes ago, Sam Buchanan said: I'm not a moderator (at least on this forum) so I may be speaking out of turn....but posts like the one above really need to be in a separate thread. This thread is about Nick's car and shouldn't be hijacked with topics that don't apply to his project. Thanks. He was putting windows in so I thought he might know and what dictates a separate thread compared to the i don't know how many threads that someone has already talked about yet someone still started a new thread whatever dude. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickPick'sCrew Posted December 15, 2020 Report Share Posted December 15, 2020 Okay time for some really heavy proud parent time Nicholas is going to be a Nittany Lion. He was accepted to (and is going to) the Engineering College at Penn State, main campus, University Park I suspect you'll see him at the Hershey auto show a few times over the next few years. 12 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casper50 Posted December 16, 2020 Report Share Posted December 16, 2020 Good on him. I'm sure he earned it. Congrats Nicholas. 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bbdakota Posted December 16, 2020 Report Share Posted December 16, 2020 Awesome! Young man has a bright future. As long as he takes advantage of his opportunities. I make that last statement in an attempt to keep his feet on the ground. Good luck! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Posted December 16, 2020 Report Share Posted December 16, 2020 That is FANTASTIC Nick!!! This is a great opportunity for you and Penn State. While you are there, can you please do your part and encourage the Nittany Lions to WHOOP a little Ohio State Buckeye ass? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RNR1957NYer Posted December 16, 2020 Report Share Posted December 16, 2020 You both have every right to be very proud - congratulations! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickPickToo Posted December 20, 2020 Author Report Share Posted December 20, 2020 This is a wrestling match. Starting at the back and pulling, nipping and tucking my way to the front. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casper50 Posted December 20, 2020 Report Share Posted December 20, 2020 take your time and make sure you get all the wrinkles out. It will look so much better with out wrinkles. It's worth the trouble. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dryerventwizard Posted December 20, 2020 Report Share Posted December 20, 2020 27 minutes ago, NickPickToo said: This is a wrestling match. Starting at the back and pulling, nipping and tucking my way to the front. Wow looks great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DJ194950 Posted December 20, 2020 Report Share Posted December 20, 2020 On many materials used in auto interiors the installers had a special made steam machine to steam the cloth (and other materials) as used in most old cars to remove the last of the wrinkles. Years ago I did install a home made cloth headliner material and I used just the hottest water I could get and misted it on and then a hair dryer to dry it. Worked out very well! Actually got quite tight. How to make your own steamer cheaply? Someone who wants to become a engineer may be able to come up with a way? ? ? DJ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickPickToo Posted December 21, 2020 Author Report Share Posted December 21, 2020 That's one of two Pioneer TS-A1371R 5-1/4" The speaker covers are motorcycle headlamp covers with a vintage-style speaker cloth under the cover. (I gave up on the exciter plan) The speakers were donated from a friend's father who worked for pioneer at one time. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
casper50 Posted December 21, 2020 Report Share Posted December 21, 2020 Nick your whole school, neighborhood and friends and family are going to be envious of you when you are driving it. Nice job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Posted December 21, 2020 Report Share Posted December 21, 2020 The side panels look fantastic!!! I used a hotplate with a tea kettle and then broke-out mamma's blow dryer for the headliner... I almost over-did-it... Looks GREAT!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Hiebert Posted December 21, 2020 Report Share Posted December 21, 2020 Looking really good! An upholstery steamer specific for the automotive industry is probably expensive just because. But its just a glorified garment steamer. My former agency's Honor Guards have them to straighten flags and touch up uniforms. Some people with a lot of business suits have them to save on dry-cleaning bills. Meaning they're kind of common, especially in metropolitan areas. You or your folks may know someone that happens to have a garment steamer you can borrow to tighten up that headliner once you get it installed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dryerventwizard Posted December 21, 2020 Report Share Posted December 21, 2020 17 hours ago, Dryerventwizard said: Wow looks great. I am thinking about doing my headliner do have any tips on starting from front to back or anything. And did the blow dryer help. Thank you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickPickToo Posted December 22, 2020 Author Report Share Posted December 22, 2020 Does anyone have a good pic of a finished B-panel on a two door sedan (or even a coup)? I'm trying to understand how the upholstery up the panel will look as it's finished out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bobby Posted December 22, 2020 Report Share Posted December 22, 2020 I have seen this done a number of different ways. I did mine to the just below the level of the lower window line. These photos are not great. I will try and get you better shots this evening 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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