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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #45 on: October 27, 2014, 10:47:21 AM »
The engine has been back from the machine shop now for about a month and I'm still putting parts together while I am working on priming and sealing the tub. Had a great weekend to paint but ran out of primer/sealer *#@!.

No worries I have another great weekend coming up so I hope to finish the 1st coat and I will send pics. In the meantime here is a shot of the engine with the filter and a few other parts.

Hey Tim, its getting a little cool in the mornings already in Colorado! Hope you scored a heater for your wifes rig!

Posting more pics this week.

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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #46 on: October 27, 2014, 11:09:07 AM »
The engine looks awesome!� Nice Work.

I have a couple old� heaters to choose from, but I don't think either will make it back on Whitey.� If you have a desire for either of these, say the word!! :)




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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #47 on: October 27, 2014, 11:53:43 AM »
Thanks for the offer Tim but I have a good one ready to  keep the misses toes warm next fall color tour!

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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #48 on: October 28, 2014, 10:54:43 AM »
Just a few shots of the tub after I did a primer/sealer on the underside. I also used a 3M rubberized coating #088832 in the tool box area. I figured that it would not hurt to give it more protection. It can also be painted over so it will get painted once I get the primer/sealer applied. Then after sanding and some additional minoir body work more primer, sanding and then paint! The tub actually looks like a transformer sitting on its rear!

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« Reply #49 on: November 05, 2014, 11:12:23 AM »
Well I purchased a rear seat frame from Vintage Jeeps in Texas (made by MDJ). I figured I would get myself an early Xmas present. The rear seat frame was packaged up really nice with protective wrap and corrugated packing. The rear studs (as I call them) do not look like the original OEM but I think they will work just fine. I couldn't wait to test fit it in the tub and it fit very well - correct height and angle. Overall I am pleased.

Now I am just waiting on parts for the engine. Got the last coat of sealer/primer on last weekend.

One of the pictures is a little fuzzy but you can see the rear seat frame and black primer/seale tub.

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« Reply #50 on: January 07, 2015, 03:10:07 PM »
Well after our 11 earth quakes yesterday and today, I figured I might need to step up production in case I have to flee for the hills of Colorado!

Engine is finally in place, Ryan is sending me a genny, and the earth for the moment has not moved -

More work tonight and then this weekend I put brake fluid in and make adjustments.

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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #51 on: January 07, 2015, 03:14:34 PM »
Yes that is a bird of paradise next to my right rear tire!

Attached a corrected picture.
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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #52 on: January 07, 2015, 05:52:57 PM »
I heard about those quakes.  Crazy.  Did you feel any of that?

Your chassis is looking terrific.  I see some body mounts.  Are you getting set to mount your tub?

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« Reply #53 on: January 08, 2015, 10:18:57 AM »
Yep felt the 3.5 on Tuesday and it shook the building - it really felt wierd and sounded like sonic boom! The other 10 aftershocks were not as bad but still one wonders waht is causing this activity.

Yes those are body mounts that I have in the battery tray. I did a dry (test) fit of the tub a while back to make sure al the holes and parts lined up before I got serious about painting again. Now its too cold to paint so I will have to put this off until warmer weather - most likely around March. My plan is to follow your procedure and get my rig running up and down the neighborhood to see if anything falls off, leaks, or sounds funny before I put the tub on. My plan is to put brake fluid in this weekend. I just talked to Ryan on the telephone and he is sending me a generator! I'll get it checked out and installed as soon as possible. I told him now he has a little part of Main on my project.

I need to get a better iphone for clearer pictures!

I got my carb back from Scoutpilot and he did a fantastic job - looks like a showpiece! I'll get it mounted tonight and snap a few pictures.

George

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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #54 on: January 08, 2015, 10:19:38 AM »
I really need to do a spell check!
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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #55 on: January 08, 2015, 10:39:16 AM »
No worries George. It's so cold up here right now that the "e" has frozen and fallen off the word "Maine" anyways. Very nice chatting with you today. Great group of guys we have here on this page!
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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #56 on: January 09, 2015, 10:43:26 AM »
Got the carburator installed last night so I thought I would send the updated pictures. Scoutpilot really did a great job on the rebuild and I can't wait to get the CJ cranked up. The really neat thing about his work is that he sends out a video with YOUR carburator installed on his rig running. Ryan sent me a generator and as soon as it thaws out from the trip I will get it checked out and installed as well. Tim, your ears should be burning since Ryan and I mentioned your work and had very high regards for the meticulous craftsmanship. Ryan said you probably have more patience then both of us but I am sure trying to keep up! ;D

I just get too anxious sometimes and I have to slow down and take a step back.

Oh well I'm trying to stay on track so brake fluid and adjustments this weekend.

Stay warm my friends!

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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #57 on: January 09, 2015, 06:53:28 PM »
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Well I purchased a rear seat frame from Vintage Jeeps in Texas (made by MDJ).

Before you order cushins and covers for the back seat, make sure you measure the pans and call the company you are ordering from.  MD Juan was having an issue with putting the incorrect pans on the 3A frames for a while and there are still some floating around.  I received one and had to get a cover specifically made for it.  Check out my thread under the Body and Frame section.
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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #58 on: January 09, 2015, 09:08:12 PM »
That ScoutPilot does some beautiful work.  That is simply awesome.


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Tim, your ears should be burning since Ryan and I mentioned your work and had very high regards for the meticulous craftsmanship. Ryan said you probably have more patience then both of us but I am sure trying to keep up! ;D


I appreciate that, but I've seen the effort both you and Ryan put into your projects.  Trust me, I've got nothing on you guys.

Tim


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Re: Tumbleweeds 49
« Reply #59 on: January 10, 2015, 07:30:08 AM »
Looking great George!
Before you know it, you'll be like Tim there and looking for your second project.  Tim has talent and is a great asset to this site.
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