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03-02-2023 #1
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A few shots recently.
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03-04-2023 #2
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We’ll, I haven’t been able to find a Dynacorn rear deck panel so I bought a cheap one. I have used the cheaper panels in the past with mixed results. Unfortunately, this one isn’t going to work. The trunk seal lip is supposed to be a rounded bend but this one is pinched flat. It won’t line up at all with the other panels. I could probably live with that but the window interface is bent at 45 degrees but needs to be 90.
I had to send it back and this is going to set me back a bit because I can’t start welding until I have all the sheetmetal in place. Oh well, I’ll find plenty of other projects to keep me busy.
03-04-2023 #3
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I closed up the coupe quarter window notch. Don’t need that in a fastback.
that gave me a spot to attach a B pillar support. I am experimenting with a roof support. Not sure if I’ll stick with this version.
03-06-2023 #4
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I figured out how to attach the louvers without them showing too much and I finished the drivers’ side. Now I have to figure out how to cover the gaps between the louvers and the quarter panel. I’m looking at various plastic/rubber moldings or even trying to add metal and weld them into the panel. I love the idea of a rounded smooth transition but I’m not sure I’m capable of that.
03-07-2023 #5
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For the rubber molding around the louvers here is a thought:
AMAZONdotCOM/D-Lumian-Fender-Flare-Edge-Rubber/dp/B087BZ2TKW
Sorry cant post links so check Amazon.
It's supposed to be used for fender flares (instead of caulking).
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This might be a great option, thank you.
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03-11-2023 #7
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Made some progress today. First, I tried out a 355/30R19 tire for size. It fits but it is tight.
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Needed a little extra tire clearance.
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Finally committed and welded up the door window frame/ roof supports
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Just came across your thread and read through the entire thing. Wowza this is a hell of a build. You are doing an amazing job. Look forward to following along the rest of the way!
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Thank you. I’m having a blast putting this thing together. Originally Posted by wareaglescott
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Time for some trunk hinges. They have to be moved inboard to clear the wheel tubs so I’ve got some fabrication to do.
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Nice work Young Man!
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thank you very much but I’m not sure I qualify for the young part. The good looking one in the earlier photo is my son. This is a picture of his car that we built together. Originally Posted by C Presley
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Ok, I think I’m done with the body mounting adds I needed so it was time for some epoxy primer.
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I finally welded the cowl in place.
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Had a good long day in the shop but it feels like I didn’t get very far. I welded the rear roof brace to the roof skin. I got to use my new pneumatic punch and it just might be my favorite new tool. This thing is amazing. I also came up with a little bracket to support the rear roof brace.
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66 Mustang Restomod Project
Funny how many times you’ll get a new favorite tool! My last one was an Eastwood mini metal saw…. Then I started buying steel and aluminum cutting blades for my circular saw, before that it was an English wheel….. and the lathe lol. Slippery slope and still will never find the bottom! Keep up the progress, I too love those good days in the shop even when it looks like you got nothing done
Steve
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03-21-2023 #18
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My sawzall was my favorite tool when I was tearing down the car. That thing works!
I made some good progress today. It is a fastback now and no going back. I welded it all up and managed to line things up pretty well. I had to make one small adjustment to the quarter panel alongside the the trunk lid but most of it went together pretty well.
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If that was the only adjustment u had to make I'd say u did very well.
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