Chassis #70110 delivered new to Venezuela. :biggthumpup:

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The driver door is done with functioning locks, handles, window regulator, and the inner panel will be removable for servicing.:biggthumpup: Window regulator; Toyota pickup. Latch mechanism; Jaguar XKE. Exterior handle; Chrysler Windsor. Door shell; SuperDave!!!:tongue:

More to come…

Cheers
Dave

Your window contraption looks like the original prototype for the Hasbro MouseTrap game.

You shall heretofore be known as Sir Dave Rube-Goldberg, Contraptionaire.

Ha! Good one, Steve. Window down: crank, lever, bell crank, pulley, turnbuckle, bungee….movement:haha:

For us aviators out there, Douglas’ MD-80 cockpit window opening mechanism would put any Rube-Goldberg invention to shame. But works good, last long time.:scholar:

Onto the passenger side:biggthumpup:

Cheers
Dave

Working on latching the hood now that the doors close and lock:smile:

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More to come!

Cheers:beers:
Dave

Looking great Dave!!

Dave you have the least amount of talent, energy and Charisma of anyone I have ever met........:worship:

I still think Discovery Channel needs to put Dave on a show. There must be a lurker on the site that knows who to talk to to make them aware. I would probably watch the train wreck......

Ha! Thanks Charley! :biggthumpup:

Although I'm pretty sure after the first episode and the ratings plummet along with any associated FCC fines for airing such garbage, I'd probably be banned from being on TV or even watching it!:thumbsdown:

Cheers
Dave

Since Dave mentioned the MD-80 / DC-9 Cockpit Window mechanism, I had to post a few pix. The green cockpit is of the DC-9, which Dave and I flew together for TWA throughout the Midwest. The gray cockpit is a derivative of the DC-9, the MD-80. Check out the side window mechanism, same for the 80 and -9. I was always amazed by that set up, it worked well. As basic as the DC-9 was, it was a blast to fly.

Sniff…ah, memories, Phil:frown:

Phil and I go through recurrent training yearly where we go over emergency procedures when something goes wrong like wings falling and digesting the fish from the crew meal. Anywho, Phil,just happened to post a pic that was our evacuation checklist and we needed to know the actions by memory. You see the numbers, so let me explain the actions in the order of execution :scholar:

1. Remove scratch paper with slandering drawing of chief pilot from clip holder
2. Discover “On Ground Emergency” checklist on yoke and proceed to run the checklist, but first…
3. Call Flight Attendant and notify them coffee is no longer needed
4. Realize the Captain is senior to you so move the trim wheel to make a noise which scares him and makes him forget the next steps of the checklist
5. Realize this panel was here all the time but not really sure what it was for
6. Grab window handle, pull straightward, the downside right to the back area, wait for click, the rotate frontwise.
7. If Captain is still in cockpit, tell him to grab the “auto exit” button on the window and verify incapacitation after he reacts to 400v AC shock from window heat connector.
8. Adjust lighting to see where yer’ goin’
9. Make sure light shines
10. punch all buttons on this panel hoping in panic mode you hit the PA
11. Verify this panel is in place for some reason
12. Announce evacuation, “Ladies and Gentlemen, this is your Captain. We know you have a choice in airlines, and today it looks like you chose the wrong one. EVACUATE!!! Thanks for flying with and i wish you a pleasant onward journey.”
13. Verify maintained test only panel isn’t in “test” mode creating evacuation
14. Stow tray table to the most upright and stowed position
15. Check adult magazine holder and grab 1976 Edition of “Jugs” and take with. Can’t leave evidence around.

There you have it. Miss flying with ya Phil!!

Cheers
Dave

Step 12 made me laugh . Is there even a right airline these days :dunno:?

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I was just awarded Metal Shaper of the Month on another forum I'm on with my build.

I'm humbled. What a cool thing! Those guys over there have helped me in many ways to get to where I'm at. I'm at a loss for words. The group over there is much like this site's membership. Awesomeness on so many levels!

More to come!

Cheers
Dave

Awesome! :beers:

Very cool Dave. you really do have a skill that a lot of us wish we could do! Car is looking good

Hey Dave. Congrats. Tried finding that forum just searching "metalshaping.com" but found nothing. What is the website?

Thanks in advance.

Congrats Super Dave!!

allmetalshaping.com

Thanks.

That’s it! Great group over there. Nowhere near the detail on that site as I post here, but pretty cool none the less! Not sure why I was chosen but a very flattering award.

So much talent over there with metal shaping it’s mind blowing!

Cheers
Dave

"Not sure why I was chosen but a very flattering award."

Ummm. Really? Maybe cause you are kicking A$$!!!!!!

Moving forward and collecting more parts. Here are the brake master cylinder and clutch master cylinder. The brake system on the 507 uses a remote booster which is housed in the inner fender behind the wheel house and immediately below the side vent. Depending on model and production date, the location varied on what side it was on. I finally found a suitable remote booster and that will be here next week.
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The other news is the motor was just picked up by the shipper and should be here next week too! This is the Olds 215 versus the Buick 215. I was able to do a swap with a gentleman who builds these for the MG crowd (a popular swap) and we worked a deal to trade motors. Really worked out well. The engine was run for a few hours and is ready to go! After installation and when things are all running correctly I'll add my BMWesque parts to get it closer to looking the part.
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These are faux knock off caps and a wheel plate that I'll fabricate a center cap that will give the illusion of the Rudge knock off wheels. Unscrew the knock off lug and the cap will come off revealing the lugs for easy wheel removal.
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Bodywork begins to smooth over dips and such that my mediocre metal work couldn't produce. More to come!

Cheers
Dave

YOWZAAAAAA!:shocked:

Those wheels are cool looking, Dave.

Nothing you do is “mediocre” Super Dave! Looking great!

[...Bodywork begins to smooth over dips and such that my mediocre metal work couldn't produce. More to come!...]

Does anyone know if Dave can cook? Maybe that's mediocre. :hmmm:

Thanks, guys!:youguysrock:

I appreciate all the feedback. Getting closer each day! A contact of mine has put me in touch with a person that works at Martelleria which is the company that restores these for BMW and other clients as well as other makes/models of extreme rarity. I have a few parts coming from them to help make my project a little more authentic. :headbang:

The radio goes out at the end of the month for restoration at Becker and I talked to an upholstery shop about the top and they told me “easy to do, just say when!” Woohoo!

More to come. Thanks so much for the support!

Cheers
Dave

And a much needed update! :biggthumpup:

Here’s the remote brake booster saddled up inside the inner fender along with a reinforcing plate for the pedal quadrant. This will bolt in so the bracket will be painted separately. It’s in the exact spot that the factory has it. The other side of the firewall houses the power antenna. Series 1 and early Series 2 had the booster on the other side. The dots are reference marks for the holes to drill for welding. I welded this to the firewall from the inside so as not to create spot weld marks. It will be painted black like the factory.

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I also did a mock up of my radiator so I can get these dimensions off to the radiator shop. I plan on installing an expansion tank much like the original has too. Sooooooo many small details n’ junk!! This is the fun part. I think.

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And it’s prime time baby!!:cool2::cool2::cool2:

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To say I’m excited is an understatement! Now I can start smoothing things over and get ready for phase two. What that is I don’t know, but it should be filled with much more drama and various stories that go nowhere and mean nothing.:hmmm: More to come!!:biggthumpup:

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Cheers:beers:
Dave

If all else fails, just park it in your dining room like that.

That's the plan, Tim!:laugh:

BTW, couple Austin overnights next month. You close to the 'port or downtown?:hmmm:

Cheers
Dave

Were by the bridge on Hwy 360, Lake Austin by Ski Shores restaurant.
Let me know when your here. You can't beat County Line Restaurant on the Lake for good Texas barbecue.

My cousin lives in Spanish Oaks and we have been to the County Line on the Hill (Bee Cave Rd.) a few times - excellent food and amazing sunsets.

I've lived in Austin for 41 years and have never been to County Line on the Hill for some reason. I need to try it. The other County Line is very close to us, so we always go there.

Engine here! :headbang:

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Cheers
Dave

Yep!:drool:

Thanks, Sam!:smile:

This is the Olds version. The builder and I did a trade since he had this ready to go. Spent two hours on the stand for break in prior to shipping. Should put out about 225hp which is plenty for my car since the original motor was only rated for 150 (165 advertised US testing standards). Once I get it installed and running I’ll dress it up BMW style:naughty:

A couple things are a Pertronix distributor, remote oil filter, short water pump, and a Rover extra quart oil pan. Exciting stuff!!!

Cheers:beers:
Dave

Is that the Michigan engine?

That’s it, Lee! Courtesy of you! Thank you again!

Cheers
Dave

----Good going, Lee!!!.....Bill S

Been working today on finalizing the radiator fitment since I wanted to grab every inch I could. With the hood closed I was able to grab another inch or two:scholar: And an inquiring mind asked me on a PM about the hood prop rod. I made that and will detail that for you on the next post.

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Dash was mounted with brackets for the gauges and primed. I formed the glovebox door as well but need to roll that a little in the wheel since it’s not smooth enough yet and fitment is a tad off too.

More to come!

Cheers
Dave