'66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs...

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by Pompeyfan

Hi Frizzle,
A challenge is one word for it. I don't want to hijack your thread with my rubbish, but I thought I'd share an example of what I am up against. The repaired inner wing does look a bit odd, that's because I had nothing to base it on. That was made using a bench vice, a hammer and lots of swearing.
All the repair sections I have made myself. There just does not seem to be any new / old stock panels for these old Rootes cars.
If I ever get this car running it will be a miracle, perhaps I should have let the Junk yard cube it.
I can't wait to see your car finished.
Regards Jeff.

Wow man. You'll be a metal magician by the time you're done with that!. I like the way you eliminated the seam between the rocker and rear 1/4 wheel arch. Looks familiar

Originally Posted by BrandonMag

Frizzle,

I have consistently enjoyed reading the progress you've made. Having spent the last week reading this thread, I must commend you for such outstanding work. I have read hundreds of vehicle build threads over the years and I can honestly say your attention to detail is stunning.

Props to you, sir... now give this beautiful little car the last bit of work she needs and start driving!

PS-Are you planning on heading to the Beaches cruise-in at PIR this summer?

Thank you very much! I damn well better have it at PIR Beaches this summer!! See you there?

[NONHOG]

Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

I damn well better have it at PIR Beaches this summer!! See you there?

I wanna see the Minx in person, give plenty of notice.

[Frizzle Fry]

Update!

Finally finished the ridiculously detailed sound deadener install... Way overboard ..even for me. I have some thermal liner to add as well...





Had some help:




aaaaaand started the wiring install:




Had to chop these five wires in order to remove them when I had the car media blasted. They are the only factory wires remaining. Here they are reunited and it feels so good...




Zip-tie/tie-wrap anchors ready to secure them in place for good:


Along with the wiring install I started the heater hose install since they run under the dash and need to be installed sooner than later. In order to land them I needed to complete the heater core mods by soldering these 90* fittings. Lets hope they're solid!

[BrandonMag]

Thanks for the update!

Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

I damn well better have it at PIR Beaches this summer!! See you there?

Yes. I know I'm not alone when I say, "I have GOT to see this car in person."

[sparkydog]

OMG you're working on it again - YAY!!!

$.02 - MAPP gas torch more better for everything - especially copper pipe soldering, BBQ burner lighting, cigar lighting... and on. The flame is a little hotter and it makes all the difference in sweating pipe. And since you're a tool guy - get the self igniter you will never look back.

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by Gokart Mozart

Replace the ugly plastic piece on the engine.

You can count on it.

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by sparkydog

OMG you're working on it again - YAY!!!

$.02 - MAPP gas torch more better for everything - especially copper pipe soldering, BBQ burner lighting, cigar lighting... and on. The flame is a little hotter and it makes all the difference in sweating pipe. And since you're a tool guy - get the self igniter you will never look back.

I bet that would have been better for the leading too. Thanks sparky.

[67ChevyRedneck]

Originally Posted by sparkydog

OMG you're working on it again - YAY!!!

[knomadd]

Originally Posted by 67chevyredneck

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[HAULIN' IT]

Just found this build...got to say: "That is SICK!" The forethought & fabwork is awesome!

Keep us posted on the progress. Lorne

[Hart_Rod]

Looks great Mike! What thermal lining are you using?

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by HAULIN' IT

Just found this build...got to say: "That is SICK!" The forethought & fabwork is awesome!

Keep us posted on the progress. Lorne

Thanks brother!

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Looks great Mike! What thermal lining are you using?

Thanks Rob. I picked up some of this to use over the fatmat on the interior. Still trying to determine what to use under the trans tunnel and under side near exhaust. Any suggestions?

[Frizzle Fry]

A little more progress.

I discovered Gaffer Tape for securing interior wiring. Stuff seems really solid. The ex-avionics tech in me wanted to use clamps everywhere but I had to resist the urge.






Engine compartment / Front lights wiring started and Heater Blower Motor in place:


aaaaaaaand removed the suspension once again. Control arms and rear links will be off to powdercoating soon. Clean/bare underside = good access for fuel/brake lines install.

[mcbassin]

Looking good Frizz!

[watahyahknow]

the gleu in gaffertape will turn to powder after a few years in the heat and sun but to mount it temporary untill the panels are in place or protect the wiring it should be good

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Looking good Frizz!

Originally Posted by watahyahknow

the gleu in gaffertape will turn to powder after a few years in the heat and sun but to mount it temporary untill the panels are in place or protect the wiring it should be good

Thanks for keepin it real OEMs are using this type of tape for the same purpose. I'll be applying the nioco liner over it as well.

[Frizzle Fry]

Just flippin through the photobucket album I came across this pic of the engine bay fresh after pulling the original engine:


vs. today (same jack stands ) :

[ajgriffin]

So how does that make you feel? That's a lot of progress between those two pictures!

[Frizzle Fry]

...and the carnage in between:

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by ajgriffin

So how does that make you feel? That's a lot of progress between those two pictures!

Feels like I need to get it done!

[tune_1]

Car look great and it is good to see more progress.

When I followed the link to the nioco liner there were some comments in the reviews about the adhesives melting and dripping later. Is there any concern on their comments or has the product been improved to keep that from happening? I would hate to see that with all the work that you have done.

Dwight

[BrandonMag]

Originally Posted by tune_1

when i followed the link to the nioco liner there were some comments in the reviews about the adhesives melting and dripping later. Is there any concern on their comments or has the product been improved to keep that from happening? I would hate to see that with all the work that you have done.

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[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by tune_1

Car look great and it is good to see more progress.

When I followed the link to the nioco liner there were some comments in the reviews about the adhesives melting and dripping later. Is there any concern on their comments or has the product been improved to keep that from happening? I would hate to see that with all the work that you have done.

Dwight

Yeh, you're right. 4stars overall but some concerning ones in there. I haven't messed with it yet. For under the trans tunnel I'm thinking I'll pick up this DEI product.


For under the carpet this might be a good candidate.

Thoughts?

[Hart_Rod]

Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

Thanks brother!

Thanks Rob. I picked up some of this to use over the fatmat on the interior. Still trying to determine what to use under the trans tunnel and under side near exhaust. Any suggestions?

Are you trying to do the entire area above the exhaust or just the muffler? Did you use the Noico everywhere or just the floor? Also, did you use the 2" Gaffer tape? Killing at usual!

[Frizzle Fry]

Originally Posted by Hart_Rod

Are you trying to do the entire area above the exhaust or just the muffler? Did you use the Noico everywhere or just the floor? Also, did you use the 2" Gaffer tape? Killing at usual!

Hey Rob. Since the trans tunnel is painted and won't be covered I need to install sound and thermal barriers on the underside (in addition to the raptor liner already there). So I went ahead and bought the DEI product for under the trans tunnel and above the exhaust where it's close to the floor.

I haven't installed the Noico. Still researching the appropriate application for it. I'm a little concerned about some of the reviews to it may be shelved for now.

2" gaffer tape is in play, yes. Seems really high quality.