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09-24-2011, 10:25 PM | #1 |
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1931 Tudor Restoration- chassis almost done
Hey guys! I have got a lot done on my tudor restoration these past few weeks so i figured i'd share some of my progress with you guys. Hope you guys could let me know how im doing. Comments and advice are always welcome
Just wanna warn you guys that it may not be a first place winner restoration but I hope Im doing a good job for a 19 year old with my negitive bank account (college and gas for jeeps drain you money flow). Here is the link to my site. www.modelakid.com Can't wait to hear from everyone! Thanks in advance, Mike Cataldo UPDATE: 9-28-11 Got the engine in today! Will post up pictures of today's progress tonight. I have updated my parts needed list also. Uploaded with ImageShack.us Last edited by Modelakid31; 09-28-2011 at 08:27 PM. |
09-24-2011, 10:34 PM | #2 |
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Looks like some nice work! Glad to see that you have a willing partner in your project.
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09-24-2011, 11:07 PM | #3 |
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It's looking good. The square cut ends on the spring leaves means it's an aftermarket spring, but that only matters for points in judging. Just make sure the outside edges are beveled on the top leaf, so they fit in the curve of the front crossmember.
Also, make sure the frame doesn't have a sag by the rear motor mounts. Now is a good time to check it, and easy to fix if it sags. Just pull a string tight along the top of the frame on each side. There should be no air gap near where the rear motor mounts are mounted to the frame. |
09-25-2011, 12:04 AM | #4 |
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Its coming along great & all credit to you. It will be a nice car.
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09-25-2011, 10:45 AM | #5 |
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I found the greatest challenge was to keep track of all the parts in various stages of restoration. Zip lock baggies and label everything! Really exciting when big stuff starts to go together, isn't it?
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09-26-2011, 07:37 AM | #6 |
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09-26-2011, 07:39 AM | #7 |
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Thank you for the info on the spring Tom! And yes i already check the sag with the string. its almost dead perfect.
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09-26-2011, 07:41 AM | #8 |
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Greg, I did exactly that but its the ziplock bags thank seem to grow legs and dissapear LOL
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09-26-2011, 08:30 AM | #9 |
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You are doing great things here, and looks like you are having fun.
Don't forget to cotter key and saftey wire evrything that needs it, its a bear to crawl under later to do it. Good job keep up the good work! |
09-26-2011, 11:26 AM | #10 | |
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Yeah I plan on cotter keying everything that i havent after the parts get adjusted and tested before the body goes on. |
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09-26-2011, 11:48 AM | #11 |
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Great job. Keep us posted on your progress!
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09-27-2011, 07:11 AM | #12 |
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Mike - really looking great! Will have to get over and see it. Keep up the good work.
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09-27-2011, 07:47 AM | #13 |
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You going to the next meeting this Friday Jack?? You should bring the 29 sedan
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09-27-2011, 08:24 AM | #14 |
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Way to go! You are doing what I wanted to do at your age. I had no help or money though.
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09-27-2011, 10:40 AM | #15 |
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Keep us posted on your needs. Lost of old farts out here with stuff collecting dust on shelves in our garages that we can't take with us..................
We need to encourage more youngsters to get involved. |
09-27-2011, 11:24 AM | #16 |
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Re: 1931 Tudor Restoration- chassis almost done
Hey Mike! Looks like a great job you're doing. I too, had parts, like a set of front spring shackles that grew feet and walked away.You're always welcome to visit here if you find yourself in the Danvers area. Jeff/Illinois gave sound advice! Best regards, Pete.
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09-28-2011, 08:20 PM | #17 | |
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09-28-2011, 08:21 PM | #18 |
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09-28-2011, 08:22 PM | #19 | |
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I know i will never sell my tudor no matter what! |
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09-28-2011, 08:24 PM | #20 | |
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Yes sounds good. but be prepared to chat "a's" for several hours of so haha |
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