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watahyahknow · 01-10-2014, 02:01 PM

heared a lot of good things about this
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8cruauERmI

1Bad 37 · 01-26-2014, 07:53 PM

Amazing build!!! Love the attention to detail and little details! A+ thread sir!!!

Bishops Trucks · 01-28-2014, 04:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

I bet it would look awesome! A good clear should make it easier to keep clean too.

I had to do it. I think it turned out pretty well. I agree on the ease of keeping it clean. The finish is smoooooth!

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Frizzle Fry · 02-01-2014, 04:24 AM

Hey guys. Been working crazy hours again (6x12+)... hoping for some shop time soon. Gotta fix the heater in the 64 first (my daily with no heat or defrost in January).

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Originally Posted by watahyahknow

heared a lot of good things about this
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8cruauERmI

Been wanting one of those. It might be time

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Originally Posted by 1Bad 37

Amazing build!!! Love the attention to detail and little details! A+ thread sir!!!

Thanks man!

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Originally Posted by Bishops Trucks

I had to do it. I think it turned out pretty well. I agree on the ease of keeping it clean. The finish is smoooooth!

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Oh man, that is sweet! Can't wait to get mine done. Details? Coats, learnings?

Bishops Trucks · 02-01-2014, 06:29 AM

Hey FrizzleFry, Thanks. I stripped the block to bare metal. Sprayed 2 cans of Duplicolor engine primer which gave me 3 coats. Sprayed 3 coats of the Duplicolor cast coat aluminum and then 3 coats of Duplicolor clear. Does the eastwood clear your talking about have a slight pearl to it? if it does, that would add some pop to the finish. I've had this motor for 11 years and never fired it up. Unfortunately, I have to sale it cause I haven't worked in awhile and funds are about non existent. I keep looking at the small block 1970 LT1 sitting in my truck, then the big block, then the small block again. I have come close to swapping them but I came to realize how fond I was of the small block. Besides, with the price of gas now a days, the LT1 is a better choice. Can't wait to see yours done and sitting in it's new home.

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Frizzle Fry · 02-07-2014, 02:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Bishops Trucks

Looks great! Thanks for the info.

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Originally Posted by watahyahknow

heared a lot of good things about this
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8cruauERmI

Just ordered a shrinking disc!!

Frizzle Fry · 04-01-2014, 01:48 AM

Back from the (3rd back page of) dead!

Been working like a dog at the "real job" but I'm still moving along with little beast

Continued working a few little dings here and there with the stud gun. Haven't tried out the shrinking disc yet (still need to puck up a 9" grinder).

...also yet to paint the engine, but...

I have been ordering parts

like this: (7.5lb flywheel. down from ~14)

And an Exedy OEM replacement clutch (no need to get super grippy with a light car)

What else ...A guy on the Hillman forum is remaking many of the rubber parts for these. I already bought his vent window seals. He just finished tooling for the fuel grommets. Here's how they generally look unrestored:

and new:

Frizzle Fry · 04-01-2014, 02:02 AM

Actual work. Some still needs detailing. I'll let the images do the talking. You'll get the idea...

mcmlxix · 04-01-2014, 02:28 AM

...the attention to detail is amazing...

mcbassin · 04-01-2014, 08:27 AM

Oh wow! you are killing it on filling the seams. Very nice! they are just disappearing.
Dropping the TIG on this project? I know that took a bunch of time. Keep the pictures coming.

Frizzle Fry · 04-01-2014, 11:07 AM

Thanks guys. Now I see seams everywhere and the fenders are welded on anyway...

Still just the mig (some of those beads did lay very flat). I have some of the Eastwood lead-free body solder I may have to finally put to use here.

1Bad 37 · 04-01-2014, 01:25 PM

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Originally Posted by mcmlxix

...the attention to detail is amazing...

This! I love your work!

Frizzle Fry · 04-02-2014, 05:00 PM

Thanks guys. More to come this weekend.

jkeating1 · 04-02-2014, 08:18 PM

And to think---it all started from typing "classic" into a Craigslist search!

67ChevyRedneck · 04-03-2014, 01:34 PM

INSANE! If I ever win the lottery I'm sending all my toys to one of only a few people on this board... you'd be near, or at, the top of the list if you'd take them! (Don't hold your breath on that, I don't even buy tickets)

Is there a way to search the "most viewed" threads on this board? This baby has hit over HALF A MILLION TIMES!!!

Low Elco · 04-07-2014, 01:09 PM

Nice nice work. Gonna be soooo tight when finished!

jb1016 · 04-07-2014, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

INSANE! If I ever win the lottery I'm sending all my toys to one of only a few people on this board... you'd be near, or at, the top of the list

^This...I've had the exact same thought!!

Frizzle Fry · 04-08-2014, 12:45 AM

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Originally Posted by jkeating1

And to think---it all started from typing "classic" into a Craigslist search!

Just did that again. must... resist...

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Originally Posted by 67ChevyRedneck

INSANE! If I ever win the lottery I'm sending all my toys to one of only a few people on this board... you'd be near, or at, the top of the list if you'd take them! (Don't hold your breath on that, I don't even buy tickets)

Is there a way to search the "most viewed" threads on this board? This baby has hit over HALF A MILLION TIMES!!!

You'd have to pay me enough that I can quit my job and focus on the important stuff!

Wow, lost track of the view count there. Most of those come from backlinks from other forums/sites I'm sure.

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Originally Posted by Low Elco

Nice nice work. Gonna be soooo tight when finished!

Thanks Low Elco. I'm surprised no one has call me on my previous statement of "no body mods." With the welded seams the statement has morphed into "subtle/tasteful body mods"

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Originally Posted by jb1016

^This...I've had the exact same thought!!

Somebody just win already then

Did some leading (lead free body solder) over the weekend. I'll try to grab some pics tomorrow.

screamin_c10 · 04-08-2014, 07:52 AM

Lookin' good buddy!

NONHOG · 04-08-2014, 11:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Frizzle Fry

I'm surprised no one has call me on my previous statement of "no body mods." With the welded seams the statement has morphed into "subtle/tasteful body mods"

So........ no wing or flares?

CAL 58 GMC · 04-08-2014, 01:54 PM

Very nice work Frizzle! Your welding skill are what I dream of being able to do someday.

67ChevyRedneck · 04-08-2014, 02:02 PM

I don't know... those doors look kinda small... might need to make a little suicide door that opens for the back ala the old Saturn ions... You should be able to knock that out in a few hours, right?

Boyd · 06-02-2014, 12:03 AM

*cough*cough*

mcbassin · 06-03-2014, 11:20 AM

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Originally Posted by Boyd

*cough*cough*

X2.....

**fine69** · 06-05-2014, 06:41 PM

Crap....i haven't been to Oregon in 5 years or more????? I would have thought he would have finished this by now. LOL

Slacker.....

01-10-2014, 02:01 PM	#1901
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... heared a lot of good things about this https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X8cruauERmI __________________ 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

01-26-2014, 07:53 PM	#1902
1Bad 37 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Above Seattle Posts: 124	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Amazing build!!! Love the attention to detail and little details! A+ thread sir!!! __________________ -Christian '91 318IS AW2 on black slow daily build 1Bad37: C5 Corvette Meets '37 Chevy

02-01-2014, 06:29 AM	#1905
Bishops Trucks KEEP ON TRUCKIN' Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Sterling, Va. Posts: 5,731	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Hey FrizzleFry, Thanks. I stripped the block to bare metal. Sprayed 2 cans of Duplicolor engine primer which gave me 3 coats. Sprayed 3 coats of the Duplicolor cast coat aluminum and then 3 coats of Duplicolor clear. Does the eastwood clear your talking about have a slight pearl to it? if it does, that would add some pop to the finish. I've had this motor for 11 years and never fired it up. Unfortunately, I have to sale it cause I haven't worked in awhile and funds are about non existent. I keep looking at the small block 1970 LT1 sitting in my truck, then the big block, then the small block again. I have come close to swapping them but I came to realize how fond I was of the small block. Besides, with the price of gas now a days, the LT1 is a better choice. Can't wait to see yours done and sitting in it's new home. __________________ JIM '97 GMC Sierra K1500 '95 Chevy Silverado C1500 '71 Cheyenne Z71 / LT1 & 4-Speed SWB K/10 Father/Son Project http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4l689JKXPnA http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/payments.php "LIVIN' FREE FOREVER"

04-01-2014, 01:48 AM	#1907
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Back from the (3rd back page of) dead! Been working like a dog at the "real job" but I'm still moving along with little beast Continued working a few little dings here and there with the stud gun. Haven't tried out the shrinking disc yet (still need to puck up a 9" grinder). ...also yet to paint the engine, but... I have been ordering parts like this: (7.5lb flywheel. down from ~14) And an Exedy OEM replacement clutch (no need to get super grippy with a light car) What else ...A guy on the Hillman forum is remaking many of the rubber parts for these. I already bought his vent window seals. He just finished tooling for the fuel grommets. Here's how they generally look unrestored: and new:

04-01-2014, 02:02 AM	#1908
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Actual work. Some still needs detailing. I'll let the images do the talking. You'll get the idea...

04-01-2014, 02:28 AM	#1909
mcmlxix Collector of Projects Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 3,106	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... ...the attention to detail is amazing... __________________ Rich 1972 K5 Blazer CST Click HERE D60 BIG BRAKE UPGRADE Click HERE

04-01-2014, 08:27 AM	#1910
mcbassin Still Learning Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Central Oklahoma Posts: 10,108	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Oh wow! you are killing it on filling the seams. Very nice! they are just disappearing. Dropping the TIG on this project? I know that took a bunch of time. Keep the pictures coming. __________________ Mike "69 Short Wide" My Project 86 Silverado Landen's Project Instagram: @mcbassin My Website C/10 Club Oklahoma Facebook Group

04-01-2014, 11:07 AM	#1911
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Thanks guys. Now I see seams everywhere and the fenders are welded on anyway... Still just the mig (some of those beads did lay very flat). I have some of the Eastwood lead-free body solder I may have to finally put to use here.

04-02-2014, 05:00 PM	#1913
Frizzle Fry Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Hillsboro Oregon Posts: 6,449	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Thanks guys. More to come this weekend.

04-02-2014, 08:18 PM	#1914
jkeating1 Registered User Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Allen, TX Posts: 519	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... And to think---it all started from typing "classic" into a Craigslist search! __________________ JK

04-03-2014, 01:34 PM	#1915
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... INSANE! If I ever win the lottery I'm sending all my toys to one of only a few people on this board... you'd be near, or at, the top of the list if you'd take them! (Don't hold your breath on that, I don't even buy tickets) Is there a way to search the "most viewed" threads on this board? This baby has hit over HALF A MILLION TIMES!!! __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!

04-07-2014, 01:09 PM	#1916
Low Elco Registered User Join Date: Apr 2003 Location: Indep, MO Posts: 5,893	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Nice nice work. Gonna be soooo tight when finished! __________________ Boppa's Old Yeller Truck Build, Old Yeller's New Heart! Project Buzz Bomb Flyin' Low!

04-08-2014, 07:52 AM	#1919
screamin_c10 I dun gradjiated collij!!! Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: St. Helens Oregon Posts: 1,751	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Lookin' good buddy! __________________ Built NOT Bought. Viper Red 1971 LWB C10 355 Vortec W/700R4 4/5 drop AKA Screamin' You are missed! 2006 F150 XLT 5.4L Triton Rollin' on 22s the "F1" 67 C20 PS/AC/327/TH400 we call 'er "Bessie" 67 Malibu PS/ZR1-LS1 Brakes/350 Vortec/700R4 2/2 drop on 18" 338s - Tracy's "Boo" Boosted '67 Cougar EFI 5.0 HO roller motor/T5/8.8 Tracloc/ 4 wheel disks - "Project Panther" 79 Honda Z50 - stretched, cafe'd and hotrodded 125CC Lifan/5spd FEAR THE MONKEY!

04-08-2014, 01:54 PM	#1921
CAL 58 GMC Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Clovis Ca. Posts: 3,311	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Very nice work Frizzle! Your welding skill are what I dream of being able to do someday. __________________ Classic Trucks Link http://www.classictrucks.com/feature...uck/index.html 1958 GMC.Project Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=162816 1966 Chevelle Build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=443576 Video http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=prrNKo8F7Zw#GU5U2spHI_4

04-08-2014, 02:02 PM	#1922
67ChevyRedneck Hittin E-Z Street on Mud Tires Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Greenville, SC Posts: 23,090	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... I don't know... those doors look kinda small... might need to make a little suicide door that opens for the back ala the old Saturn ions... You should be able to knock that out in a few hours, right? __________________ Jesse James 1967 C10 SWB Stepside: 350/700R4/3.73 1965 Ford Mustang: 289/T5-5spd/3.25 Trac-Loc 1968 Pontiac Firebird: Project Fire Chicken! 2015 Silverado Double Cab 5.3L Z71 2001 Jeep Wrangler Sport 4.0L 5spd 2020 Chevrolet Equinox Premium 2.0L Turbo 2011 Mustang V6 ~ Wife's ride American Born, Country by the Grace of God 1967 CST Shop Truck Rebuild! My 1967 C-10 Build Thread My Vintage Air A/C Install Project "On a Dime" Trying my hand at Home Renovation! 1965 Mustang Modifications!



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06-02-2014, 12:03 AM	#1923
Boyd Resident Lurker Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Forney, TX Posts: 205	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... coughcough* __________________ The Rotten Mule: '72 Chevy Short Step Project- http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=417252 "Every normal man must be tempted at times to spit on his hands, hoist the black flag, and begin to slit throats."- H.L. Mencken

06-05-2014, 06:41 PM	#1925
fine69 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Urbana,Ohio,USA Posts: 4,618	Re: '66 Sunbeam Minx Project - F20C/6sp/4-link/Discs... Crap....i haven't been to Oregon in 5 years or more????? I would have thought he would have finished this by now. LOL Slacker..... __________________ 2008 Chevy HHR 1/2 panel. 1949 Chevy Panel truck(just sittin, waiting) Board member #6

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