I can't wait to see the progress of this handsome bird.


(I had no idea what I was looking at, just knew it was pretty, and sleek looking. Needed to go to the cheat sheet)

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It's likely 2 years out, but ya gotta start somewhere

Been working on this 52 inch Toshiba Regza TV that I bought in 2009, worked fantastic until a few weeks ago, won't turn on at all. I traced the non power issue to a resistor on the power board. Anyone know a good source for electrical components? https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...b91c487bcd.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...de12ba2242.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...ab611cecd4.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...0bf85e982e.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...11bc8af5c3.jpg

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Marty.....what is this cordless device on the table, please?

Thanks....looks like interesting work!

That is my work light. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...a5f4f7d4e8.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...91ed2d50fb.jpg

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Thanks - that's what I thought it was. Just wanted to confirm!

You're welcome, I use that light all the time.

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Thanks, I found Digikey also.

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A scoop for a friend's model t..http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1706359577.jpg

Not fixing, but mounting a diesel heater on the outside of garage in some cabinets. Just waiting on an adapter, and the final J-shaped intake section of ducting can be installed.

I will probably wrap all the ducts in insulation to retain as much heat as possible.

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A few months ago we had a tire on my daughter's car that had a slow leak, turns out it was a nail and the tire was repaired. Over the past couple of months I've been monitoring it as it seemed to still leak down but it would take quite a long time. I thought maybe it was due to the temperature changes or that it needed to be looked at again. Today I put some air in the tire and decided to put a little dish soap on the valve stem just for kicks and, low and behold the thing started blowing bubbles, lol. So, I got out my trusty valve stem wrench, (had it for years when the kids were little and we had bicycles, yet never used it), and tightened up the valve stem, yep, it was a bit loose. Now no more bubbles. Yay!!!

Note, in one pic you see bubbles in the soap but that was from squirting the soap out of the bottle, it isn't leaking anymore. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...d004a233ea.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...4c0663b5fd.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...394c7508cd.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...551e1daa45.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...c39ef45c49.jpg

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Thanks for sharing, Marty. Good job! Nice reminder for us all to never look past the basics when trouble shooting!

Thanks, glad that is all it was. So far so good.

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I finally started working on my floor. It turns out pulling up the planks without damaging them is a huge PITA.
(I'm hoping this ends without breaking any fingernails.) http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1706567057.jpg

Good luck with that Capt.

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Thank you, I do believe luck will be 90% of my success.

I finally uncovered the problem area. Its apparent one corner of the sub floor under all that crap sits a bit lower.
{edit}I figured it out. There was a wall there at some point.{/edit}
I'm also presuming the old floor was left because it's asbestos. The sheeting on it is glued down tight, so I'm leaving it.

Good news is everything is rock solid. I just need to figure out what to use to level the spot out.

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Floor leveler

Long day... managed to get the right side of the javelin roughed in. As well as primed wing tips, grill shell and scoop.

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^^^ Now that is cool right there!!!

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What's goin' on here, Guy?

Nice project, BTW!

Hell raiser! Na, just studs to pull dings with slide hammer.

OK thanks, Guy! I thought it had something to do with pulling out the dents but wasn't sure. I wonder if that technique would work on a motorcycle tank. Guess it would depend on the size dent and where it was located on the tank, huh?

Like this?

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Yup it'll work. What he doesn't do that I've found helps is pulling pretty good on the attached slide hammer and tapping the high metal around the dent to put the steel back in a relaxed state. This makes for less filler. And allows the steel to be at its original height with respect to the area around the ding..... this paint job is going to take months...

OK thanks for the tips, Guy! Maybe I'll try this on the Silverado! ;)

I hope so.. it's not hard to do, it's only tedious. Bondo Billy has an awesome channel, and he covers everything. Here's what it looks like with epoxy primer on it.http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1706805083.jpg
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Nice! :)

So... from a bodywork perspective, these old cars have lots of steel..... acres and acres of it. At least that's what it seems like. Today was the fine tune day. The orange is a corrosion resistant tintable epoxy primer, its fairly high build, if everything goes to plan I should be able to omit the standard high build polyester stuff. The American Motors stock color for this car is mustard yellow (quasi orange)
The primer will allow the paint to cover nicely. Next on the agenda is panel fitting, I'm seriously not looking forward to this.
The paint will be delfleet 2 stage I'll be shooting a few layers of clear after the first coat cut with the base to increase the illusion of depth I may even add just a pinch or three of gold pearl...
Fingers crossed...:D
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Really gratifying to see someone with your talent and passion bringing such an iconic machine back to life, Guy!

Really enjoy seeing the work you are doing along with your informative narrative.

Thank you!

My pleasure... it's easier here than you tube :D

Great skills and love the color too.

I’m surprised he didn’t have to do any shrinking around the dent on that truck. Seems like that crease was deep enough to leave a bit of a bubble around it once it was pulled out.

You know I thought the same thing... metal is a funny mistress :D

Thanks..as far as skills... it's just monkey see monkey do, since 1977.

Not true. You're a fine, talented craftsman and I love seeing your projects take shape.

Ha....love that!

Reminds me of something Jack McCoy said.......

"Life's a funny old dog...." :)

This could be in CL/garage sale thread too... :)
Sometimes things fall into place.
Yesterday, I snatched up some 102 year old work/ safety glasses off FB marketplace. The owner was nice enough to deliver them to me. http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1707008105.jpg
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Took em' home, disassembled them, cleaned each piece and cut out new inserts using model train window acetate.


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After some cleaning, reassembled. These were nickel plated and made of brass, copper, and steel. There was heavy oxidation, which had damaged the nickel plating, and any attempt to remove the oxidation just wore away the plating more. It reminded me, when these glasses were made, there was no such thing as chrome plating yet. Nickel has such warmer quality than chrome. Absolutely amazing craftsmanship and quality. I may strip them more and nickel re-plate at home, but sooo happy right now. Also I might change the acetate for leather, but for now, all good!

edit- Also, for a 100+ year old set of glasses, look how the temples are set to swing out and around to the front of the glasses to close them up. This thing looks delicate, but I just about used them today for some grinding under the car. I was just too lazy to go inside to get em'. I would trust them 100% though! :)


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Interesting project, Ron. Like you (and others here), I have an affinity for vintage items.

Nice to see them fall into someone's hands who appreciates their quality and wants to preserve them. :) Kudos to your handiwork there!

I hope they find a nice place in a display cabinet where you can look at and admire them from time to time.

I received the replacement resistor a few days ago and today I took the power board to a friend of mine who replaced the old one,(resistor),for me. He also removed and cleaned the relays and reinstalled those as well. I don't solder very well so I left that up to my friend who does solder well and he did it all for free. So, it cost a grand total of $7.62 to fix this TV and it is working perfectly again. Awesome!!!https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...0ce21a673a.jpg

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Watching Hobie Cat sailing and Gasser Hot Rods on my newly repaired TV!!!
I have a 60 inch LG TV in the den and a 55 inch Roku TV in the living room but I just kinda like this old 52 inch Toshiba!!! https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...af24276a2b.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/202...39dc3882cd.jpg

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