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Glenn wrote: let me know when the backing plates for the alternator are ready.

That's the plan for tomorrow!

I just ordered the rest of the parts needed.

fuel pump and pushrod
tranny mounts
ignition wires
spark plugs
hardware
throwout bearing

We need to get some engine oil... 3 quarts and a gallon of gear lube

Glenn wrote:I just ordered the rest of the parts needed.

fuel pump and pushrod
tranny mounts
ignition wires
spark plugs
hardware
throwout bearing

We need to get some engine oil... 3 quarts and a gallon of gear lube

Sure, you cross off the easy stuff off the list and we're stuck finding the dificult stuff

Parts are parts.

sweet

I stopped by AoT's, she's been a busy lady. All the tin is cleaned and painted. I took the fan shroud and backing plates home so I could put together the alternator/fan assembly.

Here's some more pics. I got all the tins cleaned and painted and cleaned out the fins around the cylinders with an air compressor. One side still has the cover attached so got out as much as possible. Used a bench wire wheel to clean up the mainfold connections and shine them up a bit. The ones on the engine also need a good cleaning so I'll use the wire wheel on a drill. Nice to have some good tools!!

Assembly line to paint


Cylinder cover still in place


A little wire wheeling...


Making good progress!

Great job Aot . It makes one appretiate all time We have invested in all of our different projects . Every little detail chews up hours and days . looking good .

looking good! It makes it that more enjoyable when you detailed all these little parts.

Glenn wrote:Parts are parts.

Love the RED boots!! That's my color!!

Hey Audrey,

Looks like you are doing a nice job on the tin and manifolds. Bet the progress feels good.

good Job,

gary

AoT wrote:Love the RED boots!! That's my color!!

What about Red Beetles?

Glenn wrote:

AoT wrote:Love the RED boots!! That's my color!!

What about Red Beetles?

Def have a sweet spot for RED beetles! Maybe my next one!!

Funny thing is I didn't what a red one but it was the only one on the lot and the price was right.

After 35 years, I think i'm finally OK with the color.

nintz wrote:Hey Audrey,

Looks like you are doing a nice job on the tin and manifolds. Bet the progress feels good.

good Job,

gary

Thanks Gary. It's fun to see things taking shape.

It doesn't matter where you are, what matters is the direction you're going! I think we're going forward!

Aud... great attitude.. i like it

Glenn wrote: At that point we'll let Manny start working on the brakes .............

Aud.... you sure about this?

mannys66 wrote:I once had a scraping sound coming out of the right front wheel in my white bus, I took the drum off and one of the springs was broke and the meat on the shoe was split in half across the center, I changed the spring closed up everything and got two more years out of the busted up break shoe.

Raj wrote: Aud.... you sure about this?

mannys66 wrote:I once had a scraping sound coming out of the right front wheel in my white bus, I took the drum off and one of the springs was broke and the meat on the shoe was split in half across the center, I changed the spring closed up everything and got two more years out of the busted up break shoe.

I'm open for suggestions. Now's the time to get it done right!!

just breaking shoes ( no pun intended). Manny is more than capable.

I'll help out if needed.

Thanks guys. The last time I did breaks, Gene finished the job for me.

Raj wrote:just breaking shoes ( no pun intended). Manny is more than capable.

I'll help out if needed.

My Guys:
I am just trying to avoid having all of you on my speed dial when the bug decides to crap out. (I will be taking phones numbers just in case). I have complete trust that you won't "steer" me wrong!

Ready when you are Manny!

Spent some time working on getting the rest of the clean up done. Worked on the open side of the cylinders to clean up the connections so except for doing a cleanup on the clutch plate I made some progress.

Gave another hit with the wire wheel and then took on the exhaust pipe and oil bath to see if I could get the surface rust off. The exhaust pipes cleaned up ok on the top side, just have to tilt the engine to get the under side. I gave them a coat of black satin just to keep the moisture out. Not bad for a once over. The oil bath cleaned up pretty nice so I gave it it of paint also.



Wire wheel to the exhaust pipes..





See what a little TLC can do!



Also gave the pulley a little polish to make it shine. Even though you like to see carnage I am happy to report no bodliy injuries from the wire wheel. Did enough damage last year!

Looking good Audry, can't wait to see this puppy on the road.

Audry... let's plan on getting the engine together Tuesday.

If that's OK with you we'll talk tomorrow and pick a time.