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06-16-2014, 05:13 PM
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Good deal. I remember, when I was younger, a guy across the street bought one of those new. Always did like those. Who knew they would turn out to be somewhat rare. And, the `78, 3.42 gear vs. the 3.23 for `77/`79.
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06-18-2014, 01:54 PM
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just got on here a bit late. but that is one beautiful car. congrats on the purchase.
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06-18-2014, 06:34 PM
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Smallhurst has shipped the Polysteel tires, and I have already received the "correct" body side molding for a Y88 from Hitman's site. The car was not ordered with molding, but at some point aftermarket screw on channels with black rubber were added. I don"t think it's possible to remove the molding and simply patch the screw holes, but that would be ideal. Assuming it's not possible, I will add the stick on molding with tan inserts. |
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06-19-2014, 01:02 PM
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A couple things to entertain your brain while waiting......if you like. About 5 years ago,I thought I was going to "freshen up" one of the 78's engine compartments........I stalled on the project when I realized that NONE of the 5? available "so called" correct engine paint rattle cans were close enough to use on an original appearing car....hopefully that has changed....if you do some research,let us know what you find..... Also,if you haven't already,you may want to look up Randy Combs.... He can do an AWESOME job of freshening up your gold engine turned gauge bezel.
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06-19-2014, 02:45 PM
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Some guys they just give up living And start dying little by little, piece by piece, Some guys come home from work and wash up, And go racin' in the street. Bruce Springsteen - Racing In The Street - 1978 |
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06-19-2014, 03:58 PM
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Dave - thanks. I loved your intro - caught me a little off guard. I thought "oh Sh_t, what did I do now..." Quote:
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06-20-2014, 06:35 PM
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Well the parts are rolling in, but the car is not...
The car is now on the truck and rolling around Washington state as the transporter fills his truck. The new estimated time of arrival is Friday or Saturday of next week. This actually works pretty well since I will not be returning from my trip until next Friday. However, I was hoping that My Pal Dave could get the tires switched over next week while I was gone so we could jump right into the shocks and tire installation once I returned. Oh well...He did say the car was totally bada_s and in great condition. I got all puffed up, but my wife said the driver probably tells everyone that same story. She's only mildly tolerant.... Meanwhile the Polysteel tires have arrived and are ready along with the body side molding. Has anyone ever installed the 3M adhesive backed molding from Hitman's site or elsewhere? I have some some Probond Adhesive promoter I would like to use, but I wonder what experience other people have with the installation. Also, what is the correct cut on the ends where it transitions from each fender to the door? Is it a 90 degree cut, or should it be beveled to 45 degrees or something? Help.... I also ordered a bunch of other crap today for underhood cleanup. New radiator cap, correct heater hoses and tower clamps, and fuel line with foam insulation. Give me help on the molding please. Here's some pictures.   
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#8
06-27-2014, 08:43 PM
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