1970 Duster project in Sweden
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New carpeting will really make the interior pop. I just installed a carpet set in my 1972 Chrysler New Yorker. It made a huge difference in how the interior looks.
txstang84
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Good to see you touching it up again. You acquire your 3.73s yet, or is that a project for another occasion?
Thanks guys! Yes, I got my 3.73 when I was visiting the US about a month ago. Doing that project a little later this winter. Also looking forward seeing the new carpet in there. The old one looked even worse when the seats are out. About the front seats, mine is not original and seat covers are surprisingly expensive I've learned. I'm thinking of getting new aftermarket seats. Mine is not really comfortable anyway. I'm on the tall side and I always get some back pain after long drives.
Hopefully,you enjoyed your visit,Trebor... Grill restore,sure takes a lot of time....
I really enjoyed it! Highway 1, Muir Woods and Alcatraz was among my favourites on the vacation.
Winter is here in Sweden so I have plenty of time on my hands
Started cleaning the grill last night. It got a lot better, but there is still some really old grime on there that regular degreaser, hot water and soap can't seem to handle. I just push it around and smear it out. Especially hard to get it clean between the flanges. Do you know of a more effective way to get it clean? Break cleaner perhaps?
I found a degreaser that acted like a gel and stayed on the grille and all the flanges. I let it soak overnight and now the grille is starting to clean up real nice. I've been thinking if I was gonna do a custom job on it or restore it back to original. I think I will go the original route.
I vote for original.
looking good, I love the sherwood forest green.
I suggest this stuff for your wiring harness. Works great and looks very sharp.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0085CJ4RK/?tag=fabo03-20
I suggest this stuff for your wiring harness. Works great and looks very sharp.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0085CJ4RK/?tag=fabo03-20
I might just get me some of that!
txstang84
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I sold some old and rare vinyl records today. I got more than I expected, so I went ahead and ordered a dual snorkel hood scoop for the Duster. I always wanted one The sheet metal work I've been doing lately has made me a little more brave when it comes to taking out the grinder. Really looking forward to install it. I have not decided if I shall have it black, or paint in the same color my Duster have. Maybe I'll even do a blacked out hood. So many alternatives!
The sheet metal work I've been doing lately has made me a little more brave when it comes to taking out the grinder. Really looking forward to install it. I have not decided if I shall have it black, or paint in the same color my Duster have. Maybe I'll even do a blacked out hood. So many alternatives!
moparmat2000
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How did you fill the rust hole? Did you cut it out and weld in some sheetmetal under the body filler?
txstang84
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Very nice-love it when you can recoup some costs in pursuit of something else. I was at a friend's house last night helping him work on his 1970 Chevy longbed pickup. He bought it as a little bit of a project truck with some known issues. Turns out it has a lot more that needs fixed or changed. But that's not the story...
Directly across from the pickup is a 1969 GTO Ram Air 400. He picked it up in trade with several extra parts. I looked in the trunk and it had 5 complete carburetors and pieces of a sixth one--all Rochester Quadrajets. Two radiators were under some cardboard sheets below the carbs. I told him even if you only sell them as parts carbs, post them up in one of the GM A body forums and you could probably get about $30-50 per carb. Hell, even if he only gets $10 per carb, it's money that he didn't have for parts he wasn't going to use and took up valuable space in his shop. The radiators probably wouldn't be worth anything unless they're a specific part number, but it wouldn't hurt to put them up for sale on the local craigslist. Regardless, it's money toward the larger project of getting it put together so he can drive a cool old car and enjoy it...maybe give it to one of his boys.
Directly across from the pickup is a 1969 GTO Ram Air 400. He picked it up in trade with several extra parts. I looked in the trunk and it had 5 complete carburetors and pieces of a sixth one--all Rochester Quadrajets. Two radiators were under some cardboard sheets below the carbs. I told him even if you only sell them as parts carbs, post them up in one of the GM A body forums and you could probably get about $30-50 per carb. Hell, even if he only gets $10 per carb, it's money that he didn't have for parts he wasn't going to use and took up valuable space in his shop. The radiators probably wouldn't be worth anything unless they're a specific part number, but it wouldn't hurt to put them up for sale on the local craigslist. Regardless, it's money toward the larger project of getting it put together so he can drive a cool old car and enjoy it...maybe give it to one of his boys.
Yes. If you look at the first picture on the bottom row, you can see on the fender lip where the new sheet metal meet the old fender. It was completely rotted below that.
moparmat2000
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Doing the same. I found a correct 69 cuda front clip for the other cuda i have. This changes my idea of using my spare 67 cuda grille, nose and taillights on the 69. Also scored a 74 dart hood that fits the 69 cuda, so now i went from half stripped 69 cuda to complete roller future project for my son. So i am getting rid of the 67 specific parts i dont need anymore, to get more project funds. I also sold a bunch of mid 60s aurora slot car tracks i dont use to fund my addiction.
Hey anybody want any dodge daytona shelby stuff? Lol.
Hey anybody want any dodge daytona shelby stuff? Lol.
I totally agree. It's also really nice to see things go to a new home where some one can make good use of it again. I love that. Cool story, thanks for sharing!
moparmat2000
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Very nice metal work Trebor75. Btw here in the states we use a different pinhole filler now than the red scratch and pinhole filler putty that used to be prevalent years ago.
In more common use now is a 2 part fine polyester pinhole filler called Evercoat that is used over the the top of the body filler. Being that these are both polyester based they bond together nicely.
The older red scratch putty "red lead" or "nitrostan" has a tendency to crack over time as it ages and shrinks.
In more common use now is a 2 part fine polyester pinhole filler called Evercoat that is used over the the top of the body filler. Being that these are both polyester based they bond together nicely.
The older red scratch putty "red lead" or "nitrostan" has a tendency to crack over time as it ages and shrinks.
That's awesome. I always sell the stuff I changed out, or don't need any more at a fair price. Usually if you take the time to post some photos and sensible description of the parts they end up with a new owner
txstang84
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There may be more to that story in the coming years. I want to help him get the truck running so the GTO can receive some attention. I know the full story behind how it came to his possession and without trying to give you the reader's digest abridged version, the car needs to be driven and not left to rot or slowly put back together and used as an investment opportunity.
Thanks! I'm a beginner when it comes to body work. It took quite some time to get it somewhat straight. I hope it will come out decent enough. It's funny that you mention the putty filler. I was visiting a friend in CA and I bought some different brands of putty. We dont have that stuff over here. And that red one in the picture that you mention was a disappointment. I actually sanded it all down and used only PP100. Today I found that I also purchased a way better glazing putty on my visit too. So on the other repairs I make I will probably use that as a final layer before priming. Thanks for explaing!
txstang84
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Matt, I might hit you up for assistance when it comes to finishing and body work whenever I get a house and shop where I can bring my Scamp back and work on it. Right now I'm renting and the lease agreement won't allow it, in addition to the fact my garage is only capable of fitting one vehicle due to the abundance of my life in boxes from two previous moves (my better sense is embroiled in a constant battle with my minor OCD that says the garage is for cars and tools not storage for superfluous ****...)
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