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Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
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Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
keep after him dan, no slacking off allowed here.
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Thanks guys for a little humor today I needed a good laugh,looks like your
coming along good Ryan keep it up. Chuck |
Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
This was some progress today, as I have gone from no way to weld at home to stove pulled away from the wall, power cord out the front door to the garage MIG welder making nice bacon frying sounds:-)
The body mounts are welded up and the shock holes, need to dress them up and photo shoot later or tommorrow:-) Ryan |
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Still have to touch up the two mount repairs today with a wheel, and carve the shock holes back to original.
https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...77-39836-1.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...77-39837-2.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...9838-index.jpg Got my front brake drums back from machining:-) Someone banged up the fronts of both of them:-( Now I have to find out what the drum size is supposed to be.... PIM? One is 9.540", and one is 9.550" https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...77-39839-4.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...77-39840-3.jpg Whoot whoot!! Thanks to Terry for the welder and to Scott who came over and welded for me:-) Ryan |
Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
I discard drums is 9.590....do your drums have a "safe to" stamp on them?
If someone "banged up" your drums....it's not the place to do repeat business with [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/thumbsdown.gif[/img] Glad you had a productive day [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img] Dan |
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[quote=Ryan1969Chevelle]https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...3-img_4362.jpg
Ryan Just curious, what is the yellow goop [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/dunno.gif[/img] Mike |
Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
I used an ink pen and shaded the whole area, then clamped on the repair ring, then scribed in the yellow ink, then used a die grinder to open up to the scribe line.
The yellow is probably similar to what line workers paint daub a torqued fastener for example. Ryan |
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He likes colors - you should see him scribe out a circle template floor plan for MCACN [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif[/img]
That's assuming he gets the right floor location [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif[/img] Dan |
Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">He likes colors - you should see him scribe out a circle template floor plan for MCACN [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif[/img]
That's assuming he gets the right floor location [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/no.gif[/img] Dan </div></div> This year we did two right:-) Ryan |
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Indeed you did :-)
The Weavers Rock [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img] Dan |
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Agreed to a Media Blaster and Powder Coater:-)
Close to home, recommended by a friend who has used their services recently and for a good while. Had a visit after work today and the plan is set:-) "RamblinDealer" and I will find a good time soon to drop off the frame and all other items at the blaster of choice. (I was really concerned about the first place I visited using a second facility for blasting but this company chemically cleans the parts before Powder Coat so this made me feel confident) They obviously media blast each item. (I can double duct tape items like the spindles or they will do it if i don't) Then The powder coater will pick up all items, and let me know so i can visit and inspect. any items I wish I can take home again up to and including the frame to fill, sand and prepare as perfectly as I wish:-) The fill, sand step is usually a no-no but this coater recommends Lab Metal (High Temp repair and patching compound) http://www.alvinproducts.com/Portals...ldatasheet.pdf http://www.alvinproducts.com/Product...Lab-metal.aspx The coater would then cure the filler. The coater chemically cleans each item to remove any oils, dirt, residue etc to prevent gassing. The coater then plugs holes with high temp plugs, and masks off any areas like the surfaces ball joints and bushings will go into. Then the coater will powder coat the grey colour, the 60 degree semi gloss black, and we will figure out a code 57 Glade Green colour for the rims. followed by curing at 400F for (I forget how long he said) Super excited to see shiny parts:-) Ryan PS: Thanks for all the feedback, I do listen and process as people share advice, I think I have found a best process for my build and it takes into account all the ideas and experience shared here!!! I have had PM's and E-Mails as well as messages here to make sure I get the pitted parts smooth before shiny:-) |
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Step #2:-)
I ordered all the rear end rebuild items today from Greg Rollin at Supercars Unlimited. bearings, seals, crush sleeve, anti-spin spring, etc, etc, etc I didn't order the full clutch package as mine looked and measured within 0.002" of NOS. Step #3:-) I ordered a lot of various items from Inline Tube as well just to have a trifecta of Muscle Car goodness!!!!! I ordered items like: Z bar rebuild kit, core support mounts and shims, etc, stickers, etc, trans mount, engine mounts, etc, etc. Having a bit of a self induced W-31 overload today:-) Ryan |
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Coming along nicely Ryan. Keep it up!!! Thanks for taking us along - never gets old!!!! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img]
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: mockingbird812</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Coming along nicely Ryan. Keep it up!!! Thanks for taking us along - never gets old!!!! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img] </div></div>
NP, thanks for bumping me a little to fill the pits:-) Ryan |
Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
Ryan all the work you done already looks good keep it up and lots of
pictures.When I worked at the Buick- Olds dealer in 71-73 I seen a lot of these cool cars when they new, brings back memories. Chuck |
Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: orig69ss</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Ryan all the work you done already looks good keep it up and lots of
pictures.When I worked at the Buick- Olds dealer in 71-73 I seen a lot of these cool cars when they new, brings back memories. Chuck </div></div> Thanks for sharing Chuck. Any pictures of those days? Ryan |
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Best picture!!!!
Selfie with my little girl!!!! Ryan https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...77-40247-8.jpg |
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Here is the back side of one of the body mount welds, nice penetration.
https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...7-40248-20.jpg Here is an upside down frame:-) https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...7-40249-21.jpg Ryan |
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What's that white stuff? And why do you have a jacket on? [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif[/img] [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif[/img]
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Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body">What's that white stuff? And why do you have a jacket on? [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif[/img] [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/wink.gif[/img] </div></div>
The coat is so I don't get a sunburn:-) The white stuff is magical "makes us Ontarians appreciate summer more than you AZ guys" flakes:-) Ryan |
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Oh okay! It's actually supposed to cool down here tomorrow to 80 degrees-then into the 70's on Monday( and maybe some rain!)
Progress is looking good!! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif[/img] |
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<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Xplantdad</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Oh okay! It's actually supposed to cool down here tomorrow to 80 degrees-then into the 70's on Monday( and maybe some rain!)
Progress is looking good!! [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif[/img] </div></div> Thanks Bruce:-) Ryan |
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Now with the frame and parts almost out of the garage.....please spend some time and vacuum and sweep out that garage :-)
GETTING EXCITING NOW :-) Dan |
Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Postsedan</div><div class="ubbcode-body">Now with the frame and parts almost out of the garage.....please spend some time and vacuum and sweep out that garage :-)
GETTING EXCITING NOW :-) Dan </div></div> I swept after the photos:-) (but promise to get everything sorted out. While the frame is away I plan to install my new lights, put all my tools in one tool box and get one or two out of the garage, put up a new shelf I got out of the scrap bin at work, and reorganize most items in general so there is more work space:-) Agree very exciting...... Shiny parts....... My first time :-) Ryan PS: visited with a trusted local Mechanic and he gave me a contact in Guelph who he highly recommends, zero issues!! Plan to visit next week. |
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Tell them the truth Ryan. You can use that "white stuff" to cool off the metal after welding ... TAZ [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/headbang.gif[/img]
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The white comment reminded me of this below pic, two great chassis in one shot! Cool update Ryan and great always seeing your family involved w/ the project. [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/beers.gif[/img] ~ Pete - https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0267-image.jpg - |
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I did use the snow to cool the u-joints after "rocket-removal" process:-(
Snowy white frame:-) Lovely Linda:-) Ryan PS: leaf springs? Olds wheels? What is that car? |
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'55-56 chevy frame
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I see no frame, leaf springs or Olds wheels [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/naughty.gif[/img]
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Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
We have lift off!!
Terry picked up my frame and rear end housing, and followed me to the media blaster. I pre-loaded my car with all the loose parts. This trip went off without a hitch, and the blaster is at a Mennonite farm, in my experience this is a good thing!! Terry has been mentioning that he thinks my car has two different rim widths, but I was sure it doesn't...... He found a Kelsey Hayes sticker inside one of the two black rims and we checked them against the green rims and turns out the offset is different:-) these rims are 14 X 6 but "wide track" I will post pictures latter. I am so excited to have made it to this critical step!!! So excited I called Al Stager to chat about his old car! He was very happy to hear about the progress and explained how the frames were made new and painted new, as he was a Tool Maker at Bud in Kitchener where these frames were made new back in the day:-) Al also mentioned that the original engine failed after a few years of use, not in the first year as I understood before. I invited Al over as soon as I have shiny parts to show off, and we will go look over the body etc at the same time. I am one very happy guy today!! Ryan Thanks again Terry, i really appreciate your help, but 100 times more value making a new friend!! Funny how the Internet is good to find people all over the world with similar interests and also 2 miles away:-) |
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Some pictures from today:-)
Anybody know what the two black Kelsey Wheels are? Ryan https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0359-image.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0360-image.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0361-image.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0362-image.jpg |
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A few more pics,
Ryan https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0363-image.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0364-image.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0365-image.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0366-image.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0367-image.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0368-image.jpg https://www.yenko.net/ubbthreads/pics...0369-image.jpg |
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I think I have those same pictures! Actually, several sets of them! Way to go Ryan, please make sure everything (and I mean EVERYTHING) is tagged and bagged. I learned many years ago, that when boxing stuff, to write on the box, (or tape a list of the contents) what is inside that box. It'll save time when reassembling the puzzle. Looks like the project is progressing nicely. Keep up the good work! Remember.......don't discard ANYTHING at ANYTIME until you are 110% finished!!!
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Re: Ryan Weaver's 1969 Olds Cutlass S W31 Club Coupe
<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: DW31S</div><div class="ubbcode-body">I think I have those same pictures! Actually, several sets of them! Way to go Ryan, please make sure everything (and I mean EVERYTHING) is tagged and bagged. I learned many years ago, that when boxing stuff, to write on the box, (or tape a list of the contents) what is inside that box. It'll save time when reassembling the puzzle. Looks like the project is progressing nicely. Keep up the good work! Remember.......don't discard ANYTHING at ANYTIME until you are 110% finished!!! </div></div>
Great point about bagging and tagging, these need to be loose so they can blast them. I have a box of items I should throw away but have specific instructions not to!! This has already been useful several times to compare new black body bushings to the originals (some are teal) Also I found the caged body mount nut in this box, the one I need to repair and weld back into the support brace beside the gas tank. I have more parts on order so I have a new shelf to store these (notes on the boxes) Thanks for the comments, I am learning this stuff as I go!! Ryan |
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Very exciting, well done. [img]<<GRAEMLIN_URL>>/biggthumpup.gif[/img]
Dan |
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