jft69z Posted May 25, 2023 Share Posted May 25, 2023 Just now, MC1of80 said: When you say base, do you mean the "gasket" for between the mirror base and the door? I think we are talking about different things. Lol Yeah, 'gasket', though it's hard plastic. Not the pedestal of the mirror itself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted May 25, 2023 Author Share Posted May 25, 2023 Just now, jft69z said: Yeah, 'gasket', though it's hard plastic. Not the pedestal of the mirror itself. Ahhh! Lol. You are correct on that. The "gasket" they send is certainly lacking and could be done much better. You figure with a 3d printer they would/could perfect it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jft69z Posted May 25, 2023 Share Posted May 25, 2023 9 minutes ago, MC1of80 said: Ahhh! Lol. You are correct on that. The "gasket" they send is certainly lacking and could be done much better. You figure with a 3d printer they would/could perfect it. Maybe it would fit better on a chevelle, but our cars have that substantial curve on the top of the door skin. They have the right idea though, it solves the problem of installation angle. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted May 25, 2023 Author Share Posted May 25, 2023 Chevelle door, 70-72 has the same curvature as the 70-72 monte carlo. Just installed a set on a friend's 72 Chevelle SS. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jft69z Posted May 25, 2023 Share Posted May 25, 2023 1 minute ago, MC1of80 said: Chevelle door, 70-72 has the same curvature as the 70-72 monte carlo. Just installed a set on a friend's 72 Chevelle SS. lol, then they should have done a better job, as you said! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted May 25, 2023 Author Share Posted May 25, 2023 10 minutes ago, jft69z said: lol, then they should have done a better job, as you said! Agreed!! 🤣 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted May 26, 2023 Author Share Posted May 26, 2023 Today's progress. Sanded down the rollbar and painted after moving the girls around in the sunlight. Lol. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Peters Posted May 26, 2023 Share Posted May 26, 2023 I love seeing the younger generation getting interested in our Monte's and other auto restoration projects. rob 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted May 27, 2023 Author Share Posted May 27, 2023 1 hour ago, Rob Peters said: I love seeing the younger generation getting interested in our Monte's and other auto restoration projects. rob This is his "toy" along with his 69 GTO 400 4speed convertible. His daily is a 2019 charger Hellcat. Lol. Seriously. 🤪 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
71SSclone Posted May 27, 2023 Share Posted May 27, 2023 On 5/25/2023 at 12:09 PM, MC1of80 said: Bulletmirror.com Just checked their website. Sold out of the Chevelle mirrors. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted June 2, 2023 Author Share Posted June 2, 2023 Hello all. Today's progress with the engine. Roller lifters installed, water pump installed, pushrods, guide plates, rocker studs and rockers installed. Adjusted the preload on the valves. Movin' along.... 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dtret Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Awesome work. Retirement seems to be treating you well, keep moving along. All you guy’s work is amazing. 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Michael Boyte Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 SWEET!!!!! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willie Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Nice going TKt, looks great. I have never seen that much space available in the garage you must of pulled a car out??? 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rob Peters Posted June 2, 2023 Share Posted June 2, 2023 Sure is purdy Tom. There is so much talent in that garage, I am jealous. rob 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted June 3, 2023 Author Share Posted June 3, 2023 Today we filled with oil, primed the oiling system, installed the intake and started modifying the factory cluster for aftermarket gauges. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted June 10, 2023 Author Share Posted June 10, 2023 Hello everyone. This week's update, installed and torqued the flexplate, motor mounts, and balancer bolt. Installed the engine into its new home. Had A LOT of help today. Now everything else. Lolol OH, and yes, the hood is still bolted on. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cny first gen 71 Posted June 10, 2023 Share Posted June 10, 2023 Very nice, now to get everything hooked up and fired up. Maybe a video of the fire up 🤔 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willie Posted June 10, 2023 Share Posted June 10, 2023 Wire it up, fire it up!!!!!!!!!!!! 5 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted July 15, 2023 Author Share Posted July 15, 2023 Hello all! I know it's been a moment but here's today's progress. Transmission, converter, cross member, trans lines, headers and dipstick all installed, boxes emptied and brother is happy to have a little more space. Lol 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dtret Posted July 16, 2023 Share Posted July 16, 2023 Awesome. Looks like a great accomplishment. Space is always nice. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted July 16, 2023 Author Share Posted July 16, 2023 9 minutes ago, Dtret said: Awesome. Looks like a great accomplishment. Space is always nice. Thank you Dennis. You are correct, space is always nice but usually gets filled quickly. Lol 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willie Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 OOps maybe time to get more space??? LOL Just saying!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MC1of80 Posted July 17, 2023 Author Share Posted July 17, 2023 3 hours ago, willie said: OOps maybe time to get more space??? LOL Just saying!!! In NYC/5 borough area? Bbbwwwwaahhhhhhhhh!!!!! You comedian you! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
willie Posted July 17, 2023 Share Posted July 17, 2023 Tom you forgot to add that you are now on a fixed income! 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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