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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #405 on: August 11, 2015, 11:08:01 AM »
Ghost, you are going to be on the road in no time!!
Tighten it up til it strips, then back it off a quarter turn

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #406 on: August 13, 2015, 10:34:31 PM »
WIRING WIRING. I installed a couple of small door ground buttons for a couple of interior lights that I mounted behind the dash on the kick panels, so with either the doors open, or by the headlight switch I should have some courtesy lights for the floorboard. I had a few rolls of eastwood sound and heat barrier so I covered the firewall under the dash, and on the floor in the cockpit. Mostly I am using up all the stuff I have been hoarding for a few years.

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #407 on: August 17, 2015, 08:51:17 PM »
A couple of progress pics and the 1926 colo licence plate I got for the buick.

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #408 on: August 18, 2015, 05:42:16 PM »
Everything is looking so nice neat an clean, looking great.

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #409 on: August 18, 2015, 06:46:19 PM »
Ghost, the car is looking great, you are making quick progress. I like the wheels, they are perfect for the car.
Tighten it up til it strips, then back it off a quarter turn

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #410 on: August 18, 2015, 10:02:02 PM »
Thanks guys it's getting there.
 I spent the better part of today setting up the steering. Two single joints and a double, with a couple of adjustable stablizers should keep it off the frame and exhaust. I knew it would be tight and it is.

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #411 on: August 19, 2015, 10:07:07 AM »
Dang Ghost, you are sure getting close. It's sure coming together nice,  and I really like that color on that car!

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #412 on: August 21, 2015, 02:27:29 PM »
Ghost looks awesome!  I'm going to have to book a vacation to Colorado so I can get a ride in it ;D
Tom
Spending time with my grandkids gets in the way of finishing my car but I don't regret it!

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #413 on: August 23, 2015, 06:29:32 PM »
Ghost looks awesome!  I'm going to have to book a vacation to Colorado so I can get a ride in it ;D
Tom
Any time. Hell I will let you guys drive it, but not too far.  ;D
 I mounted the seat in the car, so now I can sit in it and make engine noises, and stare at the dash lights after dark. I know I'm strange. I did find a trunk handle in my junk pile and made a latch for it. one more thing off the check list.

John

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #414 on: August 23, 2015, 07:43:31 PM »
Ghost, what do you plan on using for a grill mascot / hood ornament?
Spending time with my grandkids gets in the way of finishing my car but I don't regret it!

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #415 on: August 23, 2015, 08:49:25 PM »
Ghost, what do you plan on using for a grill mascot / hood ornament?
I have been thinking about that. I know the original was a dog bone style, I am not oposed to it, but that was for an original.  HMMM.  Maybe wings that sit low on the shell. Any suggestions guys.

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #416 on: August 24, 2015, 07:29:13 AM »
Ghost it's looking great, I would use the original  hood ornament let it stand tall and proud.

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Tighten it up til it strips, then back it off a quarter turn

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #418 on: August 25, 2015, 09:04:30 PM »
I vote for this!!! hehe ;D

 
Ghost that seat not only fits, but it is the perfect color!
Chopper I think NOT. I like ya buddy , but I think you might need a little help.  ;D
And yes the seat is a good match for now for this budget build.
« Last Edit: August 25, 2015, 09:09:43 PM by ghost28 »

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Re: 1926 buick roadster
« Reply #419 on: August 29, 2015, 10:37:30 AM »
I got my speedway order in late last night. It's off to the shop to finish up the front brakes lines so I can bleed them, then install the fuel tank fittings, and work on the steering a little more. I did remake my exhaust the other day so it fits the new design of the headers.
 It's getting closer..... John

 


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