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msgross 03-08-2009 09:02 PM
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someone's going to get a sore arse in the backseat!

joe231 03-08-2009 11:50 PM
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nice work!!

Jvsapp 03-09-2009 02:10 AM
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AWESOME FF, finally found a home for it. can't wait for more CORN :D:D:D

ChiefRocka 03-10-2009 09:21 AM
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Nice work Frizzle-Dizzle...that thing is gonna be a mad-drifter !!!

Betha can't wait to get to drive her and get her sideways around turns huh ??

samwise68 03-10-2009 11:12 AM
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Once again - just wow. Your fabrication skills, and overall style of just making things work...is amazing.

Truley inspiring to the rest of us, and makes just about any task at hand seem manageable. Thank you for doing this, and keeping us updated.

Haha, it's *****in', mang.

-Sam.

Frizzle Fry 03-10-2009 08:24 PM
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Thanks guys. Yes I can't wait to drive it. This was initially just going to be an engine swap... and ...well ...I should have known better :cool: So all my efforts are focused on getting it back on the road right now.

I just dropped off two of the wheels to be straigtened (had bent lips). Then they will be wrapped in rubber this weekend: Yoko S.Drive's

Skirkpat 03-10-2009 09:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry (Post 3190568)
Thanks guys. Yes I can't wait to drive it. This was initially just going to be an engine swap... and ...well ...I should have known better :cool: So all my efforts are focused on getting it back on the road right now.

I just dropped off two of the wheels to be straigtened (had bent lips). Then they will be wrapped in rubber this weekend: Yoko S.Drive's
I think thats how we justify it, "oh, I think it just needs a new engine (a couple of hundred bucks right?) " it's never really that easy.

I think that will make a great first car for your young helper....or maybe not.

Jvsapp 03-10-2009 10:28 PM
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once it's done you might not be able to pry it from the younger helper's hands ;)

Jvsapp 03-11-2009 01:12 AM
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i just was looking through the posts again and noticed you modified the wheel well significantly. does this mean you will have to modify the rear seat too? as MSGROSS said someone's gonna get a sore arse :D

VA72C10 03-11-2009 02:39 AM
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I'll be watching this as well....learning by cosmosis (computer osmosis)

tdave00 03-11-2009 03:06 AM
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Dude! Just wanted to say "thumbs up"! If you were working on a lawnmower it would be interesting.

454_72_4X4 03-11-2009 03:31 AM
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Just subsrribing to this thread too, so I can watch the fab work! Gonna be a cool little car!

Rokcrln 03-11-2009 07:20 AM
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Looking good Mike but stop stealing parts from the Hoe (trailer fenders) because I need you to finish yours so I know how to finish mine;) Keep it up that is going to be one sweet sleeper!

Kevin
LFD Inc.

Frizzle Fry 03-11-2009 09:06 PM
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Originally Posted by Jvsapp (Post 3191168)
i just was looking through the posts again and noticed you modified the wheel well significantly. does this mean you will have to modify the rear seat too? as MSGROSS said someone's gonna get a sore arse :D
I will make/weld-in covers for the upper links. The covers will be about 1.5-2" above the seat pan. I will then adjust the seat springs/wires accordingly. There should still be plenty of cushion room there. The seat back will be mod'ed for the micro-tubs too. When it's all said and done the mods will not be visible and hopefully won't affect passenger comfort. It certainly won't be affecting mine. ;)
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Originally Posted by Rokcrln (Post 3191320)
Looking good Mike but stop stealing parts from the Hoe (trailer fenders) because I need you to finish yours so I know how to finish mine;) Keep it up that is going to be one sweet sleeper!

Kevin
LFD Inc.
Those are leftovers. No project cannibalization here! That's why the LS1 is still sitting in the 61. Believe me the temptation was hard to resist... :mm:

Jvsapp 03-13-2009 05:08 AM
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resist the temptation.......... but cool beans with the seat. i cant' wait till its streetable.

my67chevytruck 03-13-2009 09:30 AM
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sweet project, and progress.

ERASER5 03-13-2009 05:32 PM
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What are you planning to paint the D-44 with? I know you are not at that point yet, but I figured you had a plan.

Frizzle Fry 03-13-2009 09:12 PM
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Originally Posted by ERASER5 (Post 3195669)
What are you planning to paint the D-44 with? I know you are not at that point yet, but I figured you had a plan.
Black POR-15

ERASER5 03-13-2009 10:29 PM
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Thanks.

Sub-versive 03-14-2009 06:40 PM
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Mike I am truly in awe of your fab skills! :smoke:
Both vehicles are amazing!

I can't wait to see the car (and the Hoe) finished! :metal:

Frizzle Fry 03-18-2009 07:07 PM
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Been really busy over the last two weeks with work and school so I've had no shop time. I did manage to get two wheels repaired (had bent lips), and new tires mounted. First pic is the worst of the two wheels. Both are now as good as new. I cannot find any sign of it.
The tires are yoko s-drive 235/40/17 all 4. I'm attaching these since my photobucket bandwidth limit has exceeded for this month (resets on the 21st).

Jvsapp 03-19-2009 01:45 AM
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YAY new CORN :D i'm gonna post some of my latest project. 20V swap into my daily driver in the others forum too.

russellmarling 03-19-2009 09:54 PM
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This is the coolest, most original project that I've seen in a long time. It is mind blowing how well thought out and engineered your projects are. 100 points for taking the road less traveled. You are going to love those S-Drives. I just put a set on my Camaro and they are excellent.

Frizzle Fry 03-20-2009 01:14 AM
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YAY new CORN :D i'm gonna post some of my latest project. 20V swap into my daily driver in the others forum too.
I'll check it out.
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Originally Posted by russellmarling (Post 3207587)
This is the coolest, most original project that I've seen in a long time. It is mind blowing how well thought out and engineered your projects are. 100 points for taking the road less traveled. You are going to love those S-Drives. I just put a set on my Camaro and they are excellent.
Thanks brotha! I'm happy with the way it's headed. I researched tires for this and ended up going with the s-drives based on the countless rave reviews they received. Good to hear another one!

I got a couple things done today. Painted the radiator brackets (I'll show them installed soon). I cut out the PS rear WW for the nano-tub. And, I had to see how those new road grippers looked on there. I still need to clean/polish the wheels...

Frizzle Fry 03-20-2009 01:18 AM
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One more. The hood is back on to check rad clearance:

Jvsapp 03-20-2009 01:22 AM
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i think the wheels look good as is. non polished = more sleeper :D same with dirty wheels.

CG 03-20-2009 01:43 AM
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Had to give you some rep points for all the knowledge and inspiration you bring to the site...Thanks a ton!!!

This little car is going to be killer on the street.

joe231 03-20-2009 08:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Sub-versive (Post 3197269)
Mike I am truly in awe of your fab skills! :smoke:
Both vehicles are amazing!

I can't wait to see the car (and the Hoe) finished! :metal:
don't forget the Vette-truck ;)


those wheels and tires look so nice on there :metal:

Mister laugh 03-20-2009 11:27 AM
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Wow i can't believe your projects they are so, well done. Your tahoe is what pushed me over the edge in wanting a 67-72 in the first place(I always wanted one I went and bought one after seeing the tahoe), and now this.

454_72_4X4 03-20-2009 02:10 PM
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I just wanna know if ya buy cutoff/grinding wheels buy the case or truckload! Hahaha

Looking good!

FRENCHBLUE72 03-20-2009 05:30 PM
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Wow.....

Jvsapp 03-21-2009 12:51 AM
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hey mike,

i found a way around the bandwidth exceed from Photobucket. open another account using a different email address like a yahoo or something. then you can double up the posts and not worry about exceeding your limit. i know your photo archive on Photobucket is HUGE so that might help splitting the difference in 2 places?

if you look at some of the pics i posted they come from 2 different photobucket accounts. i think im gonna post my nova's build up too. that way i can test the limits of the bandwidth too :D

-JV

Frizzle Fry 03-21-2009 12:59 AM
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Originally Posted by Jvsapp (Post 3209682)
hey mike,

i found a way around the bandwidth exceed from Photobucket. open another account using a different email address like a yahoo or something. then you can double up the posts and not worry about exceeding your limit. i know your photo archive on Photobucket is HUGE so that might help splitting the difference in 2 places?

if you look at some of the pics i posted they come from 2 different photobucket accounts. i think im gonna post my nova's build up too. that way i can test the limits of the bandwidth too :D

-JV
I've thought about that but a friend of mine offered some server space so if I migrate anything it will be in that direction. Thanks for the suggestion. You know we also have photo hosting here too.

Jvsapp 03-21-2009 01:08 AM
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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry (Post 3209693)
I've thought about that but a friend of mine offered some server space so if I migrate anything it will be in that direction. Thanks for the suggestion. You know we also have photo hosting here too.
true, but i also post crap on other forums too so i'd rather have all the pics in one place and then i can distribute accordingly. it's free so i figure i tie up space on their free service and keep this board clutter free ;)

Frizzle Fry 03-21-2009 01:10 AM
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Originally Posted by Jvsapp (Post 3208014)
i think the wheels look good as is. non polished = more sleeper :D same with dirty wheels.
:lol: true
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Originally Posted by CG (Post 3208030)
Had to give you some rep points for all the knowledge and inspiration you bring to the site...Thanks a ton!!!
This little car is going to be killer on the street.
Thanks man! How's the panel?
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Originally Posted by joe231 (Post 3208227)
don't forget the Vette-truck ;)
those wheels and tires look so nice on there :metal:
Funny thing is I hated them on the Tahoe...
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Originally Posted by Mister laugh (Post 3208459)
Wow i can't believe your projects they are so, well done. Your tahoe is what pushed me over the edge in wanting a 67-72 in the first place(I always wanted one I went and bought one after seeing the tahoe), and now this.
Thant's awesome! Glad I could help :)
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Originally Posted by 454_72_4X4 (Post 3208703)
I just wanna know if ya buy cutoff/grinding wheels buy the case or truckload! Hahaha
Looking good!
I should...
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Originally Posted by FRENCHBLUE72 (Post 3208992)
Wow.....
hah, anyone can mock one up... ;)

Jvsapp 03-21-2009 05:23 AM
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whooo hoooo out of the bandwidth doghouse..... time for some more corn. i was putting my nova build pics up and my brother in law was saying my pics are nice. i had to show him yours and he was blown away with the tahoe and the minx.

justcuz 03-22-2009 12:07 AM
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You will not believe this, I drive by one of these every week or so. It is tan with a maroon roof and is a Hillman Minx. Looks almost identical to your body.
Nobody in a million years would consider the swap you are doing. Great work! That is going to be very cool as a finished project. My talent would have restricted me to a little Ford or GM V6, upgrade the rear axle and hope for the best with the front end. You are in a league of your own, my hat is off to you. That rear axle is equivalent to putting a 14 bolt in your Tahoe, it will never break.

Joey~AP 03-23-2009 11:30 AM
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Nice car, Fry!

Thanks for postin pix from your hard drive!

Frizzle Fry 03-24-2009 11:09 AM
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Originally Posted by justcuz (Post 3211353)
You will not believe this, I drive by one of these every week or so. It is tan with a maroon roof and is a Hillman Minx. Looks almost identical to your body.
Nobody in a million years would consider the swap you are doing. Great work! That is going to be very cool as a finished project. My talent would have restricted me to a little Ford or GM V6, upgrade the rear axle and hope for the best with the front end. You are in a league of your own, my hat is off to you. That rear axle is equivalent to putting a 14 bolt in your Tahoe, it will never break.
Snatch that thing up man! ;) I agree the rear is plently, even riding on the edge of overkill... But I'll have no worries about laying into it off the line :devil:

There's pics of a V6 conversion on the yahoo hillman group right now. Looks like a full chassis swap.

OLDIRON69 03-25-2009 08:44 AM
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This is gonna be one killer ride!


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