Devastation and Reform - abused, beaten, and botched yet unrefined 67 SWB

[Xeen]

Yeesh that was an expensive linkage replacement, but what is done is done and it will definately be strong.

[DesertCat]

Originally Posted by cAlvis165

He is risen indeed! And He liveth forever more!

Originally Posted by Wwildman

Looks good so far man Just do one thing use less rubber hose from the fuel pump to carb

Thanks!
Oh yes my friend! Just got the hardline yesterday. Actually there are several pieces of rubber hose even back from the tank to the fuel pump there are three! Very high on the priority list.

Originally Posted by Low Elco

Looks great! Almost time to shred some tires!

Thanks, and I hope they don't before I get home... I'd kinda like to drive it

Originally Posted by shawno72

AMEN!!!!

Great progress, the boys are working hard.

Yes they are... more to come very soon but getting swamped at work, with the house and the truck too. Hope to post more progress today.

Originally Posted by jmorri34

Oh man at the beginning I was laughing so hard with you that I was almost in tears, it was like watching a trainwreck that you couldnt stop watching. I am very impressed with the way you took it and also the work you and your sons (the worker bees) have put into this truck.Its going to be one really nice well built machine you guys can be proud of, well done. Im in for the whole ride!! Oh and how bout a moment of silence for the (RIP)TH350 folks!!! lol

Nice of you to say that, thank you. My outlook, my world view is based on Christ as you may have notced, and I know that all things work together for the good for those who love Him.

So, it is good! Good that I Skype with my boys a lot. They get to work, learn, and create. Actually we're having a ball, so it is a good thing this was so messed up... wouldn't have done this otherwise.

and yes, a moment for our beloved TH...........

Originally Posted by Xeen

Yeesh that was an expensive linkage replacement, but what is done is done and it will definately be strong.

I saved it once from becoming a clutch linkage but it was time to fire the engine and the old linkage was holding the throttle open.

Had to hear it run!

[DesertCat]

Too much madness and chaos going on right now with the impending move and me getting my ducks in a row so I maximize my time on leave.

But, between taking care of packing and doing all kinds of stuff for Mom, there were some moments for the lads to work on the truck.

Repairing the a/c shipping damage is high on the list. Getting a deal on a used system isn't such a great deal when it was carelessly packed. ugh!

[DesertCat]

... but with some ingenuity it's getting there...

[Xeen]

That is a really bad packing job to say the least, but it just goes to show, you can't fix stupid.

[DesertCat]

Originally Posted by Xeen

That is a really bad packing job to say the least, but it just goes to show, you can't fix stupid.

No you can't. Only thing to do is try to recover from the wake of disaster

[Low Elco]

Niiiiiiice packing job. Ah well. Onward. Adapt and overcome!
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[DesertCat]

more good forward motion with the e-fan shroud until it was discovered that dad (yes, dad) screwed up the rad when he put the fan directly on the radiator... sheesh! just can't count on anyone so guess what?

[DesertCat]

It's a Summit radiator, 31" wide so we will need to do some adjusting but it is much, much thicker than the 3 core we had. Good price too

[Xeen]

Nice radiator.
I would strongly recommend that you replace that see through fuel filter with a metal one because those are known to leak and start fires, and while you are at it build yourself a light bracket to mount it, or better yet get a metal filter and move it down to the frame or to the inner fender with a bracket, but no matter what you do get rid of that see through filter, just the off chance of a fire isn't worth the risk.

[DesertCat]

Originally Posted by Xeen

Nice radiator.
I would strongly recommend that you replace that see through fuel filter with a metal one because those are known to leak and start fires, and while you are at it build yourself a light bracket to mount it, or better yet get a metal filter and move it down to the frame or to the inner fender with a bracket, but no matter what you do get rid of that see through filter, just the off chance of a fire isn't worth the risk.

Amen!

Already have that in motion. The filter is absolutely heading out the door!

The hose you see is synthetic rubber so it won't break down with the fuels today but you are perfectly correct and it is all going hardline and AN braided ASAP regardless.

Keep telling people when you see something like this. It isn't the same as it was years ago when we could get away with it. Alchohol in the fuel and who knows - cheaper plastic used in these filters? Global warming? Fault of Congress?

[DesertCat]

then, next thing I know some kid has taken off in my truck! My wife was his accomplice! They say it runs really good, except for the speedo as you can see... of course

[Low Elco]

Congrats! Hooray for the first drive!
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[DesertCat]

Originally Posted by Low Elco

Congrats! Hooray for the first drive!
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I was for the rest of the day! Just a couple very minor issues on the shakedown run.

Now working on the gauge panel, some misc. wiring, fuel line, and getting the a/c installed.

All this while packing and I'm getting ready to get traveling home... just can't wait!

[67chevy1series]

looks good and sounds like everything Is finally going right for this truck and you! hope the tach comes in for you soon

[Palf70Step]

LOts of nice work on this. Glad you got her running at last.

[DesertCat]

Originally Posted by 67chevy1series

looks good and sounds like everything Is finally going right for this truck and you! hope the tach comes in for you soon

Thanks Rick, I'm sure it will. I've been watching your progress too, one step at a time right?

Originally Posted by Palf70Step

LOts of nice work on this. Glad you got her running at last.

I am very happy with how it is going. Getting to see it travel without parts falling off is a dream come true

BTW... I see a sticker in our DFAC with your avatar every day hope you never had to be here

[shawno72]

Awesome and she lives, how does that clutch pedal feel?

[Palf70Step]

Originally Posted by DesertCat

BTW... I see a sticker in our DFAC with your avatar every day hope you never had to be here

No I was retired before the mess you guys are dealing with began, but lots of folks I have taught or work with get to play over there.

[DesertCat]

Originally Posted by shawno72

Awesome and she lives, how does that clutch pedal feel?

can't seem to reach it from here My son says it feels good.


Couple more weeks I'll be putting her to work moving! Hope he gets the a/c done before I get back!

[birdistheword]

Just read your build and I'm about to do the same TH-350 to Muncie swap. Surely got some good info from here and keep up the good work.

[Low Elco]

Are ya back? Are ya moved? Hope all is well.
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[DesertCat]

Originally Posted by Low Elco

Are ya back? Are ya moved? Hope all is well.
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Yeah I am back, thanks.

Had a couple of delays in moving but that should start today.

Got to drive the truck last night after making a few checks and changes, drove out good!

More to come when I get caught up

[jlsanborn]

Man if you could make a video rowin through them gears I'd be stoked!!! I've got an M20 ready to go but the Boy showed up with a close ratio M21 and now I'm torn.. What gears you got in the rear again?

[mcbassin]

cool project, I'm in

ps I have actually seen worse rigging from a PO check THIS out......
My PO had a little mcgiver in him too.