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by Peterson
Tue Jun 07, 2011 1:08 am
Forum: Bodywork
Topic: Flexible sanding device.
Replies: 14
Views: 2873

Re: Flexible sanding device.

I have made up custom sanding boards from 1/8" tempered Masonite (brand name). What ever handles used fastened with flat head machine screws and the sanding paper glued on . Pick a width that make it flexable enough to follow the curves . A short er block is not the way to go , will make waves ...
by Peterson
Tue Nov 02, 2010 3:18 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Caption Competion....
Replies: 11
Views: 1930

Re: Caption Competion....

" Now I lay me down to sleep "
by Peterson
Thu Aug 13, 2009 2:47 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: Help Torsion bar removal
Replies: 10
Views: 2497

I recently did this operation by using two large S hooks and a turnbuckle , top hook on the shock absorber lever and the lower hook on the torsion bar lever . Hooked and loaded the bottom trunnion can be released and the torsion lever let down by extending the turnbuckle , making sure you do not run...
by Peterson
Wed Jul 08, 2009 7:48 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: front shocks
Replies: 8
Views: 4764

front shocks

The shock that I am taking apart was cleaned internally 3 years ago and was working fine , have been stored since . But , soon as installed recently, started leaking around the main shaft . The lever is now off , straining the limits of my press , and the use of more heat than I liked . The next ste...
by Peterson
Wed Jul 08, 2009 2:08 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: front shocks
Replies: 8
Views: 4764

front shocks

Hi , has anyone managed to disassemble the Armstrong lever shocks at home . Removing the lever from the shaft is beyond the capabilities of my puller collection and my 20 ton hydraulic press . Next step would have to be heat . Any other ideas ? Milton
by Peterson
Fri Jul 03, 2009 6:05 pm
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: wiper motor grommets
Replies: 8
Views: 1504

OK , I soaked them in hot water , lubed with brake rubber grease , pinched oval with needle nose pliers to start one side , worked in to place with a large screw driver and a ball ended Chrysler dealer rubber tool . All the while swearing non stop . Minor damage to the grommets and lots of paint scr...
by Peterson
Fri Jul 03, 2009 12:51 am
Forum: Mechanical
Topic: wiper motor grommets
Replies: 8
Views: 1504

wiper motor grommets

Hi , I am attempting to install new wiper motor mounting grommets and finding it impossible to press them into the openings . Is there a trick to this operation or are these just another example of poor replacement parts ? Thanks :(
by Peterson
Thu Apr 16, 2009 11:01 pm
Forum: Useful Tips
Topic: Installing gas charged lift supports for raising bonnet
Replies: 23
Views: 12056

Hi , Good information . I have a pickup without the horizontal trim on the hood . Would you be so kind , as to give the horizontal dimension from the rear edge of the hood . Then I can drill and provide some mount opening reinforcement before I get around to my 4AGE powered "final assembly"
by Peterson
Mon Apr 06, 2009 3:51 am
Forum: Other
Topic: Faulty chrome on rear lamp base.
Replies: 34
Views: 9247

I am , and I am sure there are others , are waiting to see the the vendor's handling of this situation , before placing their next parts order . How else does the consumer control replacement parts quality and pricing? I fully expect Bull Motif will do the right thing .
by Peterson
Fri Feb 20, 2009 4:06 pm
Forum: Do you know....?
Topic: Lucas lamp replacement
Replies: 0
Views: 792

Lucas lamp replacement

Does anyone know if the Lucas replacement tail , parking , turn light as sold by Bull Motif , part number LMP135 and LMP111 will accept original glass Luca lenses ? Their response to my guestion sounded a little uncertain . \"not guaranteed to fit\" Thanks