70 Sport resto/mod

[FFMDX]

Now that's a purdy motor! Nice job! Did you have to "work fast" so the por-15 would dry too soon? My Father and I are about to Por-15 his '49 Willys frame and it says that it hardens quickly when exposed to air. Did your paint harden in the can?

[CityHick]

The engine paint actually takes its dear sweet time drying. Great results on the cast areas, you just have to be patient with it. It's a very high-solids paint, its super thick out of the can and takes some finesse to work with it. The standard black por-15 that I've been using on the frame is another matter. It dries in a couple of hours or so. Both are VERY picky with surface prep so take your time when doing that frame. Clean it up really well, then use their Marine Clean followed with their Metal Ready (really nice stuff) or even OSH lacquer thinner and wipe it down until it passes the white glove test. Otherwise it just doesn't stick down well. Are you brushing or spraying? Eithe way, thin is good. It goes on really nice when you apply just enough to cover. Don't let it get too thick.

Oh yeah - don't paint directly from the can either. A drop of sweat or oil, or even some dust will spoil the whole can. Pour some out into another container and make VERY certain not to put the lid on the can if there is ANY paint in the rim. It will get sealed up for good!

Tony

[71BRONCO71]

Never heard that place referred to as "carnage" before - pretty funny...

Tony

hahah no that was my 1st grade teachings. sound it out and spell it... yup im a idiot! hahahaha
ill be willing to help a fellow bronco dude out if you ever need a hand with anything. im right in dublin so not that far away

[CityHick]

It's good to know I've got a Bronco brother a couple of miles away... Never mind my spelling-nazi tendencies, it comes with the territory of having to write copious amounts of documentation for customers at work. These are customers who freak out if they get even the slightest inkling that they are dealing with offshore support... But I digress; Carnage would be a cool name for a 4x4 trail or SVRA!

Tony

[CityHick]

My cheapo Kragen seats seem to fit pretty nicely... They look more expensive then they are and they are quite comfortable and supportive. Pulled 'em back out today, prepping the inside of the body tub for line-x and looking to get the cage powder coated soon. Still targeting reinstalling the drivetrain for the end of this month. Then this beast will really start to nickel and dime me as I get it closer to a running condition...

Stay tuned!

[silverhorse]

Those seats do look good! and the cage ain't to bad either!(have one just like it)

[CityHick]

Yeah I like my Crab cage... Did you get in on that last mass buy? I plan to take it in for powdercoat soon, after I figure out my seatbelt mounting scheme...

[FordCore]

Damn its come a long way I need to come see! Looking good

[earlybronco72]

Those seats do look good in there.

[CityHick]

Damn its come a long way I need to come see! Looking good

Thanks Chris,
Give me a call... I'm usually around and there's usually cold beer in the fridge!

As for those seats... time will show how they hold up but for now I'm happy with them.

Tony

[CityHick]

Good news... the 351w crate motor and NP435 tranny both fit! (quite well I might add) Without naming supplier, the performance parts distributor with a facility in Reno shipped me the wrong clutch so I ended up buying the correct one locally and will be shipping my incorrect clutch back to those guys.

Been doing more body work to the inside of the tub and I'm considering prepping the outside of the body for new paint! Somebody please talk some sense into me!

Here are a couple of pictures for your viewing pleasure. My build is coming right along - now comes the real fun... gathering the rest of the engine parts I need to make this thing run!

Tony

[720Racer]

Tony,

Sure is looking good. Too bad about the clutch, those guys usually send me the right stuff. What carb are you going to run? Keep up the good work!

Galen

[CityHick]

After talking with the guys at blwngasket's place I'm leaning towards a Q-Jet but I'm open to suggestions. Anybody running a truck avenger? Good/bad/indifferent? EFI is on the future wish list, but a carb is more practical for me at the moment.

Tony

[crawlin68]

Looking VERY nice Tony! That engine and tranny look sweet in there! You'll be driving it before you know it!

[Delta 4 Wheel]

After talking with the guys at blwngasket's place I'm leaning towards a Q-Jet but I'm open to suggestions. Anybody running a truck avenger? Good/bad/indifferent? EFI is on the future wish list, but a carb is more practical for me at the moment.

Tony

The TA works well, better than a normal Holley and a but load better than the Edelcrock. If you can ponie up the green, get the Quadrapuke and set it up for off road and you will be very very happy with the results. If you ever plan on doing EFI, just get a nice 2bbl from a 390 and run it until you get the EFI.