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Hey Mark. It's right off of I-85 not far from the Airport. It's called "Chef Anna's".
Any time you're coming up that way, let me know and I'll guide you right to the door. We might even have to put biscuits on the menu for you. lol
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Any progress updates for us Bub?
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Not really. Just doing some little things. Just completed the wiring in the new shed. Its complete now. Should get back on the car full time starting this week.
Bub
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Just an update: Started aligning the doors, fenders, header panel, and hood to get an idea of how many shims I need(since I didn't keep track of them when I took the car apart) and to see about alignment before I start blocking and final skimming and more high build and blocking. You catch my drift. Once I get all that lined up the engine is off to the engine shop.
Bub
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Aligning sheet metal
Boy, what a pain in the a$$ aligning the doors, fenders, hood, header and trunk. Just about got the car all shimmed out and aligned to within a 1/4" gap. Still need some minor adjustments to be happy with it. The next thing will be installing the front bumper and lower valance to get an idea of the fit. More fun ahead!
This is the first time I had the hood on the car since I bought it 2+ years ago.
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1974 400 4 speed Last edited by TransAmRIP; 03-05-2009 at 04:10 PM. |
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Bump
bringing this one back to the top - can't let it die!
Any progress? Just curious... |
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Thanks for asking, Bub
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First I read this Post:
"Just an update: Started aligning the doors, fenders, header panel, and hood to get an idea of how many shims I need(since I didn't keep track of them when I took the car apart)" Then I read This Post and Laughed Like Crazy: "Boy, what a pain in the a$$ aligning the doors, fenders, hood, header and trunk." Note to Self for When I Paint my own Car: KEEP TRACK OF THE FENDER SHIMS LOL! I've been reading this Post for a while, Good Luck with the T/A and dont get too side tracked with that shiny new Dodge. I'd like to see all the posts compiled into a PDF file or something when its done to have as a resto reference, Good Job on documenting the work done.
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Jason Rackawack 1975 455 Trans Am - 1975 Firebird 400 |
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Thanks Rack, The new Dodge is tucked away and I am trying to stay focused on the TA at hand.
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Steering Hub
Removed the steering hub from the column. Sanded it, primed it, and painted it with Plasti-Kote MAGNIFIQUE Silk Finish paint. The color is #40015 Black Tuxedo Silk.
Steps I took: 1. Sanded 2. Cleaned 3. Primed 4. Painted (heavy coat) 5. Baked at 350 for 10 minutes 6. Painted (second coat light) 7. Baked at 350 for 10 minutes 8. Painted (third coat light) and let air dry 9. Results 10. Thanks Jay
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Looks good buddy.
I want to see that car at the Ban One show next year. You missed a good one today! We had over 30 second gens alone. Here is just the Stock 1970-1981 row. I was impressed Big John did a great job.
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Nothing is impossible if you break it down into possibilities. It's all a matter of "Want to". |
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Jay, Was that the show at Summit? I went to Dennis' Birthday show/burnout contest yesterday and got rained on trying to get my old '66 out of the swamp down there.
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Greg Reid Palmetto, Georgia |
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Did you let it cool between coats/oven curings?
Thanks Jay and Greg, Greg, I let it cool just enough so I could handle it. Then resprayed. Jay, I still have an extra can of paint reserved for you. Bub
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I figured this thread needs a "bump"
Hows the T/A going?
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Jason Rackawack 1975 455 Trans Am - 1975 Firebird 400 |
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Hey Rack, Thanks for your interest. I completed installing the doors, fenders, hood, trunk and front header panel and got everything lined up correctly and shimmed out. I even installed the front bumper and rear bumper to make sure those fit properly.
Currently, I am doing some final smoothing out of some of the body panels. Rear quarters, doors and fenders to be exact. Once i feel they are straight and look good I plan on shooting some high build primer and start the blocking process until I get it smooth and even. Than hopefully shoot some B/C Admiralty Blue by mid to end of June. The process is taking much longer than I anticipated.... Thanks for your interest.. Bub
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Bump!!! Great thread! Thanks for all the pics I think they will help me on my project...God Bless you for taking the time to do it right!
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though. Bub
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