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In this Discussion
- 46HudsonPU August 2010
- dave kastelic August 2010
- Huddy42 July 2010
- Kdancy July 2010
- RL Chilton July 2010
38 112 Convertible Update
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Sorry this has taken so long to get updated pictures but have been busy lately. Have the motor back and just about have it put back together. The twin manifold was definately modified at some time in the past. The fenders, grill, hood, rear deck and some of the smaller pieces have been painted and are finished. The frame is ready for the body to put back on. Will be getting the body ready for painting this week.
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Dave, could you show me a picture of the rear fender from the rear ? Also the rear fender from the inner side? I am guessing that the 37 PU rear fenders are made from the coupe fenders and this would help me piece the ones I am working on together.
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Kdancy wrote:
Look here, there might be some photos you could use:Dave, could you show me a picture of the rear fender from the rear ? Also the rear fender from the inner side? I am guessing that the 37 PU rear fenders are made from the coupe fenders and this would help me piece the ones I am working on together.
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dave kastelic wrote:
Hi Dave,Sorry this has taken so long to get updated pictures but have been busy lately. Have the motor back and just about have it put back together. The twin manifold was definately modified at some time in the past. The fenders, grill, hood, rear deck and some of the smaller pieces have been painted and are finished. The frame is ready for the body to put back on. Will be getting the body ready for painting this week.
that clutch looks a bit odd - I don't see any of the cork usually seen on them, looks like some other material (?)... -
The old cork was worn almost level with the clutch. The rebuilder cut what was left to make a flat surface. He then installed a round, solid piece back in it's place. Junior told me this is common and works just fine. We have to make sure it is dirt free and soaked in oil prior to installation.
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dave kastelic wrote:
Thanks - had me curious. Would seem to me that it would have more surface area - probably a 'good thing'...The old cork was worn almost level with the clutch. The rebuilder cut what was left to make a flat surface. He then installed a round, solid piece back in it's place. Junior told me this is common and works just fine. We have to make sure it is dirt free and soaked in oil prior to installation. -
That's some beautiful work, Dave. It's a real treat to watch her coming together. Thanks so much for sharing. Can't wait to see her in person.
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G'day Dave & Rick,
In reference to the pic on your clutch plate, I have had these done like this for over 20 years and yes they do work as well as the old cork type , the reason we started doing them this way was we found it hard to buy decent corks here in Australia, you will notice in this photo that we have grooves cut into the cork, to allow the oil to be thrown around. I have had one in my own car for 21 years with no problem. Yes it must be soaked in oil overnight before installation.
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Thank all for your interest and comments. I posted a few more pictures on this thread last night. Will get more up as we go along.
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dave kastelic wrote:The old cork was worn almost level with the clutch. The rebuilder cut what was left to make a flat surface. He then installed a round, solid piece back in it's place. Junior told me this is common and works just fine. We have to make sure it is dirt free and soaked in oil prior to installation.
Huddy42 wrote:G'day Dave & Rick,
In reference to the pic on your clutch plate, I have had these done like this for over 20 years and yes they do work as well as the old cork type , the reason we started doing them this way was we found it hard to buy decent corks here in Australia, you will notice in this photo that we have grooves cut into the cork, to allow the oil to be thrown around. I have had one in my own car for 21 years with no problem. Yes it must be soaked in oil overnight before installation.
Sorry it has taken me so long to respond on this. I would very much like to get detailed information on how this is done (conventional re-corking, and the type of re-corking done & shown by Dave & Huddy42).
Not that I would be likely to attempt something like this, but because I am curious as to the process & how it is done. Finding that there is an 'alternative method' that has been in place for quite some time is somewhat of a surprise (although, thinking about it, it should not be too much of a surprise)...
I am of the opinion that it would make a GREAT new thread, and possibly an article or two for the WTN... -
Rick, Carolina Clutch and Brake Rebuilders did the clutch work. 430 Hwy 70 SE, Hickory, NC 28602 828-327-9358
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kdancy, do the pictures of the rear fenders give you enough detail or would like me to take some more? Please let me know. Dave
