69 gtx

[69 GTX]

I used some rope sealant around the vent block off plate and screw holes to make sure it doesn't leak. Do this before final install of AC box.

 

[69 GTX]

As you can see I got a surprise when I test fitted the AC line to the fitting. So I tried the 90 end to see if it would clear. It did but I would not be able to get the valve cover off. So I had originally bought some DC covers so I threw them on, BINGO. They have just enough taper on the ends to get them off with the 90. I may see if a 45 will clear to make the routings better. FYI the Trick flows are about .75 taller and the valve cover added to that.

 

[69 GTX]

I got tired of waiting on my paint guy so I went to O'rielys and bought some urethane black paint with all the reducers, catalyst , & cleaner. Stopped by Harbor freight and picked up a small touch up & HVLP small paint gun. Now I can paint brackets as needed!

 

[69 GTX]

BTW these are for sale. I'll be offering my stuff on my link a couple days before I put them on the for sale thread. The one cover had to be clearance for my distributor. It did not leak on the dyno.

 

[daytona kid]

Nice!

 

[69 GTX]

I bought this to spray my rubber dipped clamps after painting was 10$

 

[69 GTX]

It worked OK but going to look for something else. It doesn't build up very well and they say

4 hours between coats.

 

[69 GTX]

Back to working on pulleys now that I have all the brackets! Need to make some spacers for the alt. then check to see how square and aligned everything is. Also got some rough #s for belt lengths so I'll but some for fit up. With the aftermarket AC & waterpump tensioner nothing will be OEM except maybe the PS.

 

[threewood]

It worked OK but going to look for something else. It doesn't build up very well and they sayView attachment 398765 4 hours between coats.

Get the plastidip in a container, and something large enough to dip in if the can is too small. Recoat in 30 minutes and the brackets I did look factory. I even did a nose bridge for som sunglasses that came out great.

 

[69 GTX]

I got my radio back from Wards yesterday. Very pleased with the turn around time. Just like they promised 2-3 weeks. Only thing I could see that I didn't care for was the fuse location. I will remove it and put a longer wire loop in the harness so that if I need to replace it I will be able to access it more easily. Other than that 100% happy. I need to read through the printed instruction once to see how it operates but looks pretty user friendly.

 

[69 GTX]

Put some more sound deadener down for under buckets and rear floor boards. This brand was cheaper than dynamat foil was a little heavier, maybe for more thermal protection. Just as easy to install. Then put the final layer over the top and made sure all the bolt holes were punched through.

 

[69 GTX]

Got the holes drilled for the GTX emblems, thanks to 3wood for the measurement's! need to paint the holes before final install to seal the paint at the holes.

 

[69 GTX]

Spent most of the day getting all the pulleys squared up. Used a electronic protractor to get the vertical measurements all with in .1 of a degree and then used straight edges to get everything square horizontally with the crank pulley. I had to put a .125 spacer behind the crank pulley, I think the aftermarket dampener was the culprit. But now everything is squared up and ready for belts. Maybe I can get the radiator in for the last time this coming weekend!

 

[showard]

You are moving right along. I need to kick it in gear if I want to try to get close to catching up. Your car is looking great.

 

[69 GTX]

I'm just trying to keep up with you!!!!

 

[69 GTX]

I need to decide if I want to black out the radiator support quickly before I get to far to do it. What's everyones thoughts. I looked at Threewoods GTX and I could definitely see the support and the radiator. Tinking it needs to get the blackout treatment....

 

[Glenwood]

I need to decide if I want to black out the radiator support quickly before I get to far to do it. What's everyones thoughts. I looked at Threewoods GTX and I could definitely see the support and the radiator. Tinking it needs to get the blackout treatment....

I was thinking about doing the same thing, but it didn't look like mine was blacked out originally. Since I'm putting in an aluminum rad, I don't think blacking it out will make it look better. I find late 60's mopars look better blacked out though.

 

[HYRDGOON]

I blacked out my aluminum rad too just to keep that understated look.

Great progress

 

[steved033]

what did you use for retainers for your side emblems??

sjd

 

[Glenwood]

I blacked out my aluminum rad too just to keep that understated look.

Great progress

What did you paint it with? I thought about painting it, but I'm worried it will flake off and look crappy.