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Today, 06:02 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Today’s job is to check out the electrical. Everything is wired up, so it’s a good time to do it. Then we can add the last of the fluids and crank...

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Yesterday, 05:07 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

I think, guys, that the statement is 'to each their own'! I enjoy all versions of vehicles, as I know most of you do! As for my projects, I'm...

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04-19-2018, 07:25 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Hey Gary, you’re about right, and it works for me!

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04-19-2018, 05:09 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

It came from Classic Industries I’m pretty sure Laszlo. It’s in their catalog, pn TF700292 for $54.99. It’s made in China, but it looks good and it...

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04-19-2018, 03:46 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Thanks guys - the filler tube is stainless, as is the filler vent line, I just polished them. I installed the filler tube from the underside of the...

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04-18-2018, 06:36 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Nomad final assembly in Member Project Updates

Interesting, no I don’t know, maybe Gary (BamaNomad) does. We’ll be tearing down the corvette next month. I may be using the hinges sooner than...

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04-18-2018, 04:07 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Made a little headway in a few areas this week including bleeding the clutch (thanks Gary for the help), sanding the air tube and now buffing,...

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04-18-2018, 03:30 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Nomad final assembly in Member Project Updates

I just received the hinges Laszlo. It's really a clean mod, and sure beats modifying the door and jamb. I will use them on the 55 2dr Delray I...

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04-15-2018, 05:51 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Ignition timing erratic in TrifiveChevy Modified, Pro, Street, and Super Stock

Cool, sounds like you found/ fixed the problem Laszlo. The 66 Chevy II I built not too long ago has a FAST ECU and distributor controlling a mark iv...

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04-14-2018, 05:32 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Ignition timing erratic in TrifiveChevy Modified, Pro, Street, and Super Stock

How’s the idle rpm Laszlo? Not familiar with your specific ignition box, but could the advance be changing because the rpm is? Is the rpm stable...

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04-12-2018, 08:13 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

I just told them I needed the parts to make my schedule with the interior shop Laszlo. It doesn’t hurt that the interior shop uses them also...

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04-12-2018, 04:45 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

The console shift plate and boot seal are back from chroming, the non-chrome center section will be covered in black leather. The console hinge is...

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04-07-2018, 05:09 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

The plan is next week, with your help!

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04-06-2018, 05:23 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Made progress on the switch panel - it's been clear coated, cut/buffed and wired. Still haven't found a console hinge I like, so I'll make one next...

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04-04-2018, 07:26 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread How is the fit and quality of aftermarket windlace/kick panel retainers? in TrifiveChevy Stock Discussion

I just noticed your second question about interior guy needing the retainers. Turns out we recently talked with the shop going to do the interior on...

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04-04-2018, 05:38 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread How is the fit and quality of aftermarket windlace/kick panel retainers? in TrifiveChevy Stock Discussion

The retainers were missing on my 56 when I bought it. I purchased aftermarket ones, quite expensive IMO. The driver one fit well (proper contour)...

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03-31-2018, 04:45 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Thanks CN, and the pictures really help - that’s going to be a a really nice console when you’re done. After seeing the hinge you used, I don’t...

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03-30-2018, 03:28 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Thanks Rick for the input, although I’ve not been able to find a hinge at these places that works with a door that is flat with the frame and the...

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03-29-2018, 03:43 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

thanks BG55 - I've made a little more progress on the console, completing the lid and box liners. I still have to attach them, and mount a hinge...

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03-29-2018, 06:15 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Thanks Nick - looks like you’re building a 55, how’s it coming along?

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03-28-2018, 07:25 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

I’d say the stick is 6 to 7 inches long. Sitting in the seat, the reach feels about right, and I like the short throw. I’ve had the 56 for...

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03-28-2018, 03:08 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

You’re right CN - the trans is a Tremec Magnum, close ratio box. The shifter happens to be a short throw Hurst from a comp plus 4 speed linkage I...

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03-28-2018, 02:52 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

The console extends a little behind the front bucket seat, but not to the back seat. I didn’t want it to go that far, and that’s why I took 7 inches...

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03-28-2018, 02:45 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Another one finished in Member Project Updates

Nice looking frame CN, and looks sturdy

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03-28-2018, 05:48 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Thanks CN, no I don’t have any pictures. I just cut the fiberglass, beveled the edges, made a sheet metal piece for the shift area extension,...

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03-27-2018, 04:44 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Thanks Mike. Purchased from Billy Dawson, Corvette Correction. He only makes them for automatics, but I liked it, so I bought it and modified it...

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03-25-2018, 05:34 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

I had some, let me take a look for them.

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03-25-2018, 04:06 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

thanks 55RD - the clock is ticking. I have a little less than a month to get the car to the interior shop...

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03-25-2018, 03:51 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread My 56 Chevy HT Progress in Member Project Updates

Been working on the console lately getting it ready to install. The DVR/receiver mount is finished, as well as the shifter/cup holder plate my son...

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03-22-2018, 07:56 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Nomad final assembly in Member Project Updates

I’d like a pair CN, how do we handle the transaction?

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