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Rattiac
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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September 07, 2016, 08:31:51 PM »
Test drive with the trailer complete.
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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September 07, 2016, 09:33:03 PM »
Always liked those trailers....
How'd the test drive go? Does the steering feel tight with the front end lacking some weight? Could you get some adjustable air shocks out back?
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Rattiac
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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September 07, 2016, 10:19:30 PM »
Test drive did well. The rear only lowered about an inch. Steering seems fine, didnt notice much difference. Backing it up took a bit of practice with the 4" mirrors.
I do have some small airbags but....... I am leaning towards air shocks for the ease of installation. I'll have to weld in a crossmember and shock mounts on the axle. I'll do that this winter when I have the floor out to do the steel conversion.
Just wondering about shock lengths and what will work. Maybe something from a camaro.
Still need to wire it up for trailer lights , in the next few days.
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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September 08, 2016, 12:30:00 PM »
More fun! Now you don't have to go home at night.
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Rattiac
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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September 19, 2016, 12:10:04 AM »
Got the trailer harness hooked up on the car end. Lights all worked great and even towed it to a carshow. I thought I would feel the rear suspension bottom out on a few big bumps but..... To my surprise it soaked em up no problem.
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Rattiac
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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October 16, 2016, 03:57:32 PM »
So. Im planning my project for the winter.
I think it's about time I take on this rotten wood and convert it to steel.
In the last few weeks I've been cleaning up shop, selling what I can and giving away the rest. Also some runs to the dump.
I'll be documenting this here once I get to removing wood.
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ghost28
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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October 16, 2016, 07:38:48 PM »
Just remember, we all have faith in you and were here for moral support also.
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62131
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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October 16, 2016, 07:59:54 PM »
It takes a little thought and a lot of patience, I now have mine completed and almost drivable after 3-1/2 years, wish I had time to work on it more. Good luck
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sammons
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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October 16, 2016, 09:44:35 PM »
Rattiac, ^^^same as above^^^. And if you get a headache in the "Thinking Chair", give a shout out!
Many on here have done that conversion, and I'm guessing many different ways for each individual car. Good luck, be safe and have fun.
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TFoch
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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October 17, 2016, 08:11:31 PM »
Looking forward to watching the project. I'm sure it'll come out great!
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chopper526
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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October 18, 2016, 11:19:44 AM »
We'll all be watching closely. Post lots of pictures. And, you know, some of the guys on here are the best at this stuff if you need help. Good luck!!!
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Rattiac
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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October 22, 2016, 03:08:58 PM »
Thanks guys. I'll probably be starting from the rear and working forward on the body frame . The last thing will be the doors (should be more intensive).
I will be looking for your input in certain areas.
Sometimes it helps to get someone else's ideas when you hit a roadblock.
We could also post this in the Tech department to help others.
Right now im making room and cleaned up a bit.
A run to the dump today is on the list.
I collected too much stuff and need to minimalize.
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madmike3435
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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October 22, 2016, 04:15:18 PM »
the wood framing is what makes our 1935 and down gm cars special.
Exactly why are you taking the wood out and replacing it with steel. Your creating a huge job that if not done right can create more problems than you started out with.
A band saw, 3--4" wide sander, assorted wood chisels , jig saw, and lastly a wood plane either power or hand.
remember all steel cars go boing, gm goes thud, nice and solid.
mike lynch
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Rattiac
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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October 22, 2016, 07:33:10 PM »
Cause I want to do it once and be done with it.
Safer also.
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Rattiac
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Re: 1932 Pontiac Six build
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October 26, 2016, 10:25:00 PM »
Damn. My brakes are so good, it wont let me do a burnout.
So I just ordered a Summit knob valve thingy to solve that problem.
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