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NONHOG · 10-04-2012, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by 76C10Stepside

some perspective on just how easy his project is compared to some of the crazy stuff going on out there!

true words, right there. I just change the part where you said "his project" to "my projects"

Frizzle Fry · 10-05-2012, 12:02 AM

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Originally Posted by nuke1

Very nicely done good sir! I like your style and techniques. the annealing and sand trick worked great. Those pedals in you car sure look familiear. I believe I put a set of those in the "back burner" camaro I did. hehe.

Thanks Nuke! Those pedals are factory S2000 (slightly mod'ed).

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Originally Posted by 76C10Stepside

Great stuff as usual, FF! I need to send my kid a link to your thread. He's struggling with his first car restoration and needs inspiration, and some perspective on just how easy his project is compared to some of the crazy stuff going on out there!

You guys might expect my 13yo to be turnin wrenches with the best of em, be he has zero motivation to play with that Squareback. I'm more interested in it than he is. Maybe he's too young to see the value it will bring him ...a cool ride when he's 16, c'mon!
So you're son is not alone. It's easy to get overwhelmed when there are countless unknowns on the road ahead, but as he checks off each task confidence and momentum will build.

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Originally Posted by NONHOG

true words, right there. I just change the part where you said "his project" to "my projects"

You tweak on some cool stuff and not for the novice either. Just need you do get rid of that lame Amazon...

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watahyahknow · 10-05-2012, 05:39 PM

he prollt start getting interested one week before his 16th birthday , and knowing you a little the only thing left is to buff up the paint a little

Frizzle Fry · 10-06-2012, 07:31 PM

Knowing me..?

take a look at when I started this project.

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screamin_c10 · 10-06-2012, 10:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

Knowing me..?

take a look at when I started this project.

Damn Mike, has it really been 3 years?

Frizzle Fry · 10-07-2012, 12:55 AM

I know... no more messing around! I'm getting ready to do a fully mocked up shake-down drive!!!
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76C10Stepside · 10-09-2012, 02:04 AM

Get it done already!

Sub-versive · 10-12-2012, 02:39 AM

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

I know... no more messing around! I'm getting ready to do a fully mocked up shake-down drive!!!
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And take a few of us for a cruise/drift/etc.

And then get back to work on the "Tahoe". *cough* *cough*

FRENCHBLUE72 · 10-12-2012, 01:46 PM

I wanna go for a ride!!!!

nuke1 · 10-13-2012, 12:38 PM

Waiting..........................................

Frizzle Fry · 10-13-2012, 02:01 PM

Bleed brakes, install wheels and seat; drive! But the rear brakes don't want to bleed! Already replaced mc. Using vac pump. Wish me luck!
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watahyahknow · 10-13-2012, 04:11 PM

maibe it helps to jack the rear up as far as it wants to go
makes the bends that are above the bleednipples go below it

71swb4x4 · 10-13-2012, 04:29 PM

You don't need back brakes with those huge front discs. Get in it and drive, we are waiting!!!

dammitmitchell · 10-13-2012, 09:40 PM

Id double check any flare fitting... they have a tendency to suck air with the mighty vac, but work semi allright under pedal...

Frizzle Fry · 10-13-2012, 10:38 PM

Well, it seems there may be a fundamental design flaw in mounting the MC rotated 90*. I can't get good pedal pressure at all. Even with the rear circuit port capped and good solid fluid streams at both front calipers.

The last option to try before addressing the MC (either make an adapter to turn it or buy a different MC all together) will be to try a pressure bleeder...

nuke1 · 10-14-2012, 12:20 AM

Sucky, my solution.......

You have 3 options: A) No brakes needed, just be a great driver and never stop
B) fred flintstone the car, hole through the floor and some good work boots
C) E-brake only

I think those are some fine options and that is what should be done, you have some very impatient ppl here waiting, inc me!!! hehe

Frizzle Fry · 10-14-2012, 02:57 AM

I do have a good functioning turning brake and skills to use it

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69gmcc10 · 10-15-2012, 01:02 PM

cap the prop valve to the rear and just run the E brake! That sounds like a little excitement every day.

Frizzle Fry · 10-15-2012, 07:59 PM

Not messin around. Got this on the way...

Zoomin · 10-16-2012, 07:55 AM

That should take care of it.

screamin_c10 · 10-17-2012, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

Not messin around. Got this on the way...

Sweet!

Frizzle Fry · 10-17-2012, 08:29 PM

UPS Status = Delivered

nuke1 · 10-17-2012, 08:40 PM

Good man! I like parts. They are like little packages from heaven. Hehe
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Frizzle Fry · 10-19-2012, 03:11 AM

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Good man! I like parts. They are like little packages from heaven. Hehe
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I know man. Sometimes they show up for days.

Let's get caught up to present:

Cooling lines installed. Some of the gates shrink clamps too.

The S2000 MC that ultimately didn't work due to failure to bleed:

Had set up some 90* fittings and a bracket for the reservoir to mount in this orientation:

Clutch slave cylinder flex line bracket:

Key oreintation flipper 180*

Reduced width and primered (no pic of it installed...) :

Removed broken bolt from rear:

Success:

Wilwood MC installed and BLED!!! (FYI the nut on the firewall above is for the fuse panel and will be relocated to the inside/welded in before paint)

Rack ready to go in:

...and back on her wheels:

Just waiting for a clear day now... Better/outside pics to come!

theastronaut · 10-19-2012, 09:04 AM

Coolest thread on the site, definitely the one I'm watching the closest! Awesome work on everything you've done to it!! Anxious to see it out and driving!

10-05-2012, 05:39 PM	#1428
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... he prollt start getting interested one week before his 16th birthday , and knowing you a little the only thing left is to buff up the paint a little __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

10-06-2012, 07:31 PM	#1429
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Knowing me..? take a look at when I started this project. Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

10-07-2012, 12:55 AM	#1431
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... I know... no more messing around! I'm getting ready to do a fully mocked up shake-down drive!!! Posted via Mobile Device

10-09-2012, 02:04 AM	#1432
76C10Stepside Registered User Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Olympia, WA Posts: 300	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Get it done already!

10-12-2012, 01:46 PM	#1434
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10-13-2012, 12:38 PM	#1435
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Waiting.......................................... __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

10-13-2012, 02:01 PM	#1436
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Bleed brakes, install wheels and seat; drive! But the rear brakes don't want to bleed! Already replaced mc. Using vac pump. Wish me luck! Posted via Mobile Device

10-13-2012, 04:11 PM	#1437
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... maibe it helps to jack the rear up as far as it wants to go makes the bends that are above the bleednipples go below it __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

10-13-2012, 04:29 PM	#1438
71swb4x4 Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: Brookings, SD Posts: 10,497	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... You don't need back brakes with those huge front discs. Get in it and drive, we are waiting!!! __________________ Some people are like slinkies, they aren't good for anything, but you can't help but smile when you see one tumble down the stairs.

10-13-2012, 09:40 PM	#1439
dammitmitchell the pollock Join Date: May 2008 Location: abilene, texas Posts: 4,423	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Id double check any flare fitting... they have a tendency to suck air with the mighty vac, but work semi allright under pedal... __________________ Jack of ALL trades, Master of none.. (but one... procrastination) Army vet 02-08 RIP El Jay! Miss you brother! http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=343538 http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=386042

10-13-2012, 10:38 PM	#1440
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Well, it seems there may be a fundamental design flaw in mounting the MC rotated 90*. I can't get good pedal pressure at all. Even with the rear circuit port capped and good solid fluid streams at both front calipers. The last option to try before addressing the MC (either make an adapter to turn it or buy a different MC all together) will be to try a pressure bleeder...

10-14-2012, 12:20 AM	#1441
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Sucky, my solution....... You have 3 options: A) No brakes needed, just be a great driver and never stop B) fred flintstone the car, hole through the floor and some good work boots C) E-brake only I think those are some fine options and that is what should be done, you have some very impatient ppl here waiting, inc me!!! hehe __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

10-14-2012, 02:57 AM	#1442
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... I do have a good functioning turning brake and skills to use it Posted via Mobile Device Posted via Mobile Device

10-15-2012, 01:02 PM	#1443
69gmcc10 Registered User Join Date: May 2011 Location: Missoula, MT Posts: 934	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... cap the prop valve to the rear and just run the E brake! That sounds like a little excitement every day. __________________ 69 GMC C10 build thread- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=501676 03 Silverado build thread-http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=591582

10-15-2012, 07:59 PM	#1444
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10-16-2012, 07:55 AM	#1445
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10-17-2012, 08:29 PM	#1447
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... UPS Status = Delivered

10-17-2012, 08:40 PM	#1448
nuke1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan,: Posts: 2,901	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Good man! I like parts. They are like little packages from heaven. Hehe Posted via Mobile Device __________________ James 1968 GMC "HAVOC" 1986 GMC "Frank" J.J.R.H. Design & Consulting My 68`Rebuild "HAVOC": http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=316300 A 58' chev build thread: http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...d.php?t=311238 1969 Camaro Pro Touring http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...61#post3513361 Swiss Cheese: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=384390 Adjustable Trailing Arm How-To: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=321100 1968 Ford Farm Truck: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...=1#post6555587

10-19-2012, 09:04 AM	#1450
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