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Hard to say really, all depends on options and the big one is some of the vendors I use. Also it seems I always have two or more projects going at the same time, including my own cars. I would like to get to a point were I have a small quantity of parts in stock ready to go. Thanks |
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Today's Car building Tech Tip, measure at least 4 times then cut your holes!
Got to mount the hood scoop today, this process requires measuring a lot, then with a steady hand cut the holes. |
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Next up, install the hood latch handles.
Car is off to paint, happy to be at this stage of the build:3DSMILE: |
VERY NICE!
So, what is the paint scheme? |
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My client is leaning towards a dark blue, no stripes. |
Sounds nice. Very good craftsmanship! Can't wait to see pictures after the painting is completed!
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Simply amazing, wish I had your talent. Do you offer apprenticeships?
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Thanks for the comments. |
Craig
Did you center the hole? It is supposed to be offset inch to right. |
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Yeah, I have a 1/2" shim under drivers side motor mount to try to fix just that! Then, your passenger side header pipes coming out of the body start to rub the bottom of the body outlet. THEN, you end up with the driver's side throttle linkage up against the head / headers. It's something of a conundrum that has haunted me for a while...:eek:
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yes I did center the hole, I also make the opening a little wider as well, my thinking, more cold air in when driving, more hot air out when stopped. I also always try and run the ford sidewinder intake, that pulls the carburetor back close to center. Even with a center carburetor setup the small air cleaner and turkey pan will sit under the cut out. Turkey pan is plenty wide enough to catch the cut out. Thanks for keeping me straight:cool: |
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Great job on the hood - it looks awesome. I have a Blue Thunder intake manifold and my carb is offset towards the passenger side about a 1/2".
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More parts ready for powder coating, these are the control arm covers that go behind the seats and in the trunk.
I never did like the fiberglass ones as they never seemed to fit that well. |
simply awesome metal artisanship on both these builds Craig!
i am back in the Cobra hunt may buy an ERA near Bealeton, VA is that any where close to you? i am looking for someone to go look at it for me...all the best KB |
Thanks KB
Looks like your guy's had a good day Sunday. I will be in touch.;) |
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Finally have this car back from paint, took a little longer than expected but very happy with the outcome.
I would put my paint guy up against anybody, he did an outstanding job! This is the first Blue car I have built, my customer selected the color and I must say I think it looks great. Bill we may be able to pass it off as a real one:3DSMILE: Now the fun part, bolting it together for the final time:eek: |
Beautiful!
And, obviously I like the color! Just look at mine. Pretty close!!:cool::cool: |
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