OUTFXD Posted January 22, 2022 Author Report Posted January 22, 2022 My new battery cables just arrived from USbattery.com Got a set of custom 0/1 gauge cables. Installed the new cables, reinstalled the old 6v battery. So kudos to everyone that told me it was the cables that where the problem! And she turns over under her own power! It was kinda slow roll over, but it did it! Currently charging the 6v battery, big hopes for tomorrow morning! 1 Quote
harmony Posted January 22, 2022 Report Posted January 22, 2022 On 10/31/2021 at 2:31 PM, OUTFXD said: In my ongoing mission to seal up Jacquiline, I noticed that both wing windows where missing Weather strip where they meet the side window. Do I just use the Beltline Weather strip or is there an all in one medal strip that I can order? When I was restoring a 47 Chrysler coupe recently, I used a scrap piece of trunk liner for the the no-draft fuzzie. I glued it in with 3M 08008 adhesive. I used lots of those stationery clamps to hold it in place while the 08008 set up. Amazingly the trunk liner looks and feels identical to the real thing. I also used a strip of the trunk liner for the outside fuzzie for the side windows. Yes you can buy the real things that are shaped and cost an arm and a leg. But where can you get the large staples that were used to hold them on? Plus you'd need a special tool/stapler to fasten it in place. If you're curious I can link you to the web page I made for the car. 1 Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 22, 2022 Author Report Posted January 22, 2022 I used universal fuzzies for the side windows and just riveted them in. I would love it if you would link in the web page for your car! Thanks! Quote
Sam Buchanan Posted January 22, 2022 Report Posted January 22, 2022 (edited) The "fuzzy" side of velcro also makes excellent weather sealing and the self-adhesive makes it easy to apply. I used it for making new window tracks. Edited January 22, 2022 by Sam Buchanan 1 1 Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 22, 2022 Author Report Posted January 22, 2022 Some body installed an aftermarket Fuse box. 1 Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 22, 2022 Author Report Posted January 22, 2022 I cant quite put my finger on why, but I suspect one of the teenagers had delusions of electricianism. Conversly, I found the short that was causing my electrical issues! 1 Quote
Bryan Posted January 22, 2022 Report Posted January 22, 2022 13 minutes ago, OUTFXD said: I cant quite put my finger on why, but I suspect one of the teenagers had delusions of electricianism. Conversly, I found the short that was causing my electrical issues! Looks like they didn't have a large enough iron to properly melt the solder, and didn't know what they were doing. 1 Quote
harmony Posted January 22, 2022 Report Posted January 22, 2022 14 minutes ago, OUTFXD said: I cant quite put my finger on why, but I suspect one of the teenagers had delusions of electricianism. Conversly, I found the short that was causing my electrical issues! Woooow! That's amazing. I'm wondering why they didn't just forget about the fuse panel and twist the wires together, no mar connectors needed of course. haha! 1 Quote
harmony Posted January 24, 2022 Report Posted January 24, 2022 Here is a link to the web page I made for the 47 Chrysler I was working on. The pictures of the no-draft fuzzie is about 3/4 down the page. https://tawkyn2u.wixsite.com/saanpen1947chrysler 1 Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 24, 2022 Author Report Posted January 24, 2022 Wow! That is a sexy car! You did a great job on every aspect! And pretty close to the color I want for Jacquiline! I will be referring to your webpage occasionally for insight! Thanks again! Quote
harmony Posted January 24, 2022 Report Posted January 24, 2022 14 minutes ago, OUTFXD said: Wow! That is a sexy car! You did a great job on every aspect! And pretty close to the color I want for Jacquiline! I will be referring to your webpage occasionally for insight! Thanks again! Thank you and you're quite welcome. I have many many more pictures so if you have any questions about something, just let me know. Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 24, 2022 Author Report Posted January 24, 2022 My buddy lent me the use of his garage so we could continue welding the floor patches in. But the welder didnt show up so I decided to get on with painting the engine compartment. Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 24, 2022 Author Report Posted January 24, 2022 So I washed, washed, Degreased, and washed again. 1 Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 24, 2022 Author Report Posted January 24, 2022 After letting it dry I roughed up the surface with some 320 grit sandpaper, washed again, Masked off anything not to be painted, and spot primed any bear metal. 1 Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 24, 2022 Author Report Posted January 24, 2022 (edited) applied one coat of my favorite electric blue. I wasnt feeling my best and botched the job. Runs everywhere! Edited January 24, 2022 by OUTFXD 1 Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 24, 2022 Author Report Posted January 24, 2022 Hoping the runs will mostly dry out I waited an hour and demasked. I am not 100% on the decision to leave the top body color and may paint it later. Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 24, 2022 Author Report Posted January 24, 2022 and a quick before/after shot 1 Quote
Bryan Posted January 24, 2022 Report Posted January 24, 2022 Couldn't see the runs but were they in the areas that stuff was blocking easy access? Looks like it would be difficult to get an even sweep. 1 Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 24, 2022 Author Report Posted January 24, 2022 yeah there was a TON of "Spot spraying" trying to get around all the bits and bobs. I think I am going to paint the upper half, It will require the removal of the hood, so it will have to wait till I have someone to help me remove it. Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 24, 2022 Author Report Posted January 24, 2022 Once I replaced all the bits and bobs it kinda toned down the bright blue. She is really starting to come together! 2 Quote
Bryan Posted January 24, 2022 Report Posted January 24, 2022 See you're using Dupli-color (can in the background). I don't know how their regular paints are but I had a heckuva time with their light gray sandable primer. It would spray out in spatters, and run easily. 1 Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 25, 2022 Author Report Posted January 25, 2022 For me the spray fan is very narrow and the paint real thin, so you quickly get a bunch of paint. My biggest issue is getting it to dry in Washington Temperatures! Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 25, 2022 Author Report Posted January 25, 2022 I decided the old fusebox was a safety concern. It could cause bodily harm, or worse damage my car! Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 25, 2022 Author Report Posted January 25, 2022 Remember, Safety third! Always unhook your ground when you work on your electricals. I lost at least five years of my lifespan learning that! Quote
OUTFXD Posted January 25, 2022 Author Report Posted January 25, 2022 I carefully removed the old fusebox with all the gentleness it deserved! 1 Quote
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