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Old 05-07-2021, 05:36 PM
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I shipped off my dash to Just Dashes to get it restored. They will do my glove box door and ash tray as well. Their estimate is 4 months before I get it back.

I installed a line clamp on the fuel lines at the rear and also an AN adapter for the supply line.



Received the coil spring compressor I ordered and got the front springs installed. It's an OTC 7045B and does work well and seems very safe. I got the front brakes installed as well.
After I installed the first spring, I realized how much easier it would be to use the tool if I had 1 1/4" ratchet wrench. I was surprised but Home Depot had them in stock ($25) so I went down and bought it before doing the 2nd spring.







I installed the brake shoes on the rear and finished that up this morning.



I've now got a rolling chassis:







Nothing from the machine shop this week about my engine. I thought it would be running on the dyno by now but I guess not yet.

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