Achto 26,573 #751 Posted June 10, 2019 You were too quick for me on that Kevin. I'm glad that you found it, but lets not dismiss my open wires idea. I mean it is spose to be a Frankenstein. 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
953 nut 51,739 #752 Posted June 10, 2019 1 hour ago, pullstart said: My changer did some hurt to the paint, but I assumed it would happen. I have had good luck protecting paint by slipping the thumb of an old leather glove over the arm on the changer. Gotta take the glove off first, then put it on the changer! 2 1 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,189 #753 Posted June 10, 2019 14 minutes ago, 953 nut said: .......Gotta take the glove off first..... Unless you want to end up like @posifour11..... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #754 Posted June 10, 2019 46 minutes ago, Achto said: You were too quick for me on that Kevin. I'm glad that you found it, but lets not dismiss my open wires idea. I mean it is spose to be a Frankenstein. A buddy and I were given a truck one time, with no title, receipt or keys. The lady just said “There it is, have at it!” And we were dumb enough to not think there was any problem! It ended up with 3 wires through the top of the dash to start it about like that. Twist two, tap the other, blast through the field, get some gas and a hot dog in town, blast the field so more, go raise some more cain, repeat! Yep, the doors, windshield and some other unnecessary items were removed and we drove it to town about once a week not even caring about plates or insurance. 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #755 Posted June 10, 2019 It’s a bit cramped, but Frank has a light switch! He’ll also get fuses! 5 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #756 Posted June 10, 2019 We have crank and spark! I need to wire up the volt meter, hour meter and light switch still. If I only started the wheels earlier in the project, we could potentially take a ride soon! Aaaaahhhhhhh this is so close! 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #757 Posted June 10, 2019 Oh, I guess I need to do fuel lines too... but there are three black wheels at least! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
rjg854 10,746 #758 Posted June 10, 2019 Looking mighty sharp Kevin 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #759 Posted June 10, 2019 I found an assortment of sticky back no-scratch furniture pads in the junk drawer. We have a few of those. It looks like Frank’s bonnet will get an arrangement to keep from scratching things up too much. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,189 #760 Posted June 11, 2019 53 minutes ago, pullstart said: I found an assortment of sticky back no-scratch furniture pads in the junk drawer. We have a few of those. It looks like Frank’s bonnet will get an arrangement to keep from scratching things up too much. Those work great!! We've put those on a few tractor hoods. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey the Monkey 697 #761 Posted June 11, 2019 cant wait to see this gem at the BS 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #762 Posted June 12, 2019 Some final prep work... I brushed and wet sanded the back cover already, the front is next. The back had zero chrome visible when I started! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,189 #763 Posted June 12, 2019 Gonna be a fine looking piece when your done!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #764 Posted June 13, 2019 Fronts are mounted up! Considering the cracks in the sidewalks, I’m surprised they look so decent inflated... but I run low pressure in the tubes anyways. 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ebinmaine 63,189 #765 Posted June 13, 2019 3 minutes ago, pullstart said: low pressure should be fine ... keep an eye on them and don't put any weight more than necessary. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #766 Posted June 13, 2019 6 minutes ago, ebinmaine said: don't put any weight more than necessary. Yeah, I’ll try to stay off it.... no guarantees! 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #767 Posted June 13, 2019 The things you find under the covers.... 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #768 Posted June 13, 2019 I placed the furniture pads in a few places... 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tractor boy 238 #769 Posted June 13, 2019 @pullstart since when did tires have sidewalks? 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 26,573 #770 Posted June 13, 2019 2 minutes ago, Tractor boy said: @pullstart since when did tires have sidewalks? 51 minutes ago, pullstart said: Considering the cracks in the sidewalks Good catch. I missed that one. 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #771 Posted June 13, 2019 13 minutes ago, Tractor boy said: @pullstart since when did tires have sidewalks? I wish there was an auto correct that worked on shop talk! Sidewalls sidewalls sidewalls sidewalls (I’m trying to force this “smart” device into submission!). 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #772 Posted June 13, 2019 I opened up the hole for the throttle cable. It probably should have been done before assembly, but I must have missed it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Achto 26,573 #773 Posted June 13, 2019 (edited) 1 hour ago, pullstart said: Twisted together & taped is still better than having a Scotchlok in a wire harness. IMO If I happen to find Scotchloks in a friend's garage, I kindly throw them away before they can cause a problem. Edited June 13, 2019 by Achto 3 2 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Pullstart 59,736 #774 Posted June 13, 2019 I’ll be using neither method on this wiring Frank’s eye looks good on him! 2 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WHX?? 46,809 #775 Posted June 13, 2019 1 hour ago, Achto said: Scotchloks in a friend's garage, I kindly throw them away I got a bushel basket of them in the trailer wiring crap box... I ain't lookin toss them. ...you know how I hate to throw $h!( away!! 4 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
