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Yesterday, 09:07 AM

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

And.. it gets worse and worse every year, Lazslo... We feel for ya!

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02-01-2023, 09:27 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Valve Covers Wanted, small block with script in Classifieds

Tell us what you're using them for and perhaps one of us has some old ones, which aren't good for valve covers any longer, but which might be good...

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01-28-2023, 03:26 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

Much appreciate the comments, guys. We’re making progress a little at a time.

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01-27-2023, 04:38 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

Will do, Troy. We use what’s called “foam tape”, as I recall the name, to mask off the jambs. This provides for an irregular tape line that is...

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01-27-2023, 04:30 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

Thanks for the support, Paul. I’m glad you and others find the thread interesting.

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01-27-2023, 04:28 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

yes they do, Rick. It gives the mixing ratio as 4, 2, 2, 1, as I recall. That’s K36, 2021, reducer, activator. It lays down nicely.

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01-27-2023, 08:24 AM

BamaNomad replied to a thread $50 Bucks in Jokes

LOL... Very good one, Sid.. :)

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01-27-2023, 07:10 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

That would probably work for the Corvette, too, Laszlo. The only problem is my paint booth is too small to hold everything and have it paintable,...

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01-26-2023, 08:14 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

She’s glad to see her color actually in paint on the car, but I don’t think she’s getting too excited yet…still a ways to go until she can drive it!

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01-26-2023, 07:50 PM

BamaNomad replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

Is the 'color' making Sue Smile, Richard? :)

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01-26-2023, 06:51 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

We actually have color on the body, at least the jambs, behind the seats and the engine bay. We sealed the areas, then shot 4 coats of base,...

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01-17-2023, 04:14 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

Some wires were taped in groups (2 to 4 wires). I didn’t notice, but maybe the factory used these groups to keep things straight, not sure. On...

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01-17-2023, 07:05 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread 57 Nomad-C4-LS1 called "Ozzy" in Member Project Updates

There’s still a little left to do, lol. As you know, doing a little at a time gets it done. Good you can enjoy it some now.

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01-17-2023, 06:52 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

It’s really not that difficult, RD. A quality crimper is important, as well as working just a few wires at a time (2 to 4). Molex is proud of their...

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01-16-2023, 04:09 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

The gen v LT crate motor ECU has 3 connectors, and the harness is pretty long. The ECU location chosen for the corvette (engine side, passenger...

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01-14-2023, 07:24 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread 57 Nomad-C4-LS1 called "Ozzy" in Member Project Updates

What remains to be done on your nomad, Paul?

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01-14-2023, 06:51 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Header Collector Flange at an Odd Angle in TrifiveChevy Exhaust Systems

Oops, forgot about that, bell housing rear mount. Memory isn’t what it used to be. LOL

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01-13-2023, 02:53 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Header Collector Flange at an Odd Angle in TrifiveChevy Exhaust Systems

Is it possible the Holley rep was referencing the stock crossmember?

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01-08-2023, 02:53 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

I purchased 3 new connectors (different dash numbers), pins, and a professional crimping tool. They should be here sometime this coming week. I still...

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01-07-2023, 06:48 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

The ECU has 3 connectors, you can see them in the last picture. They are molex 34566 connectors.

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01-07-2023, 02:42 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

I’m not sure we’re seeing the same picture, RD. There won’t be an additional connector in line, just another one populated to replace the existing...

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01-07-2023, 06:33 AM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

Thanks for the info on Mouser, Laszlo. I’m thinking about getting new connectors because it seems like it would be easier to reroute and re-harness...

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01-06-2023, 04:51 PM

TrifiveRichard replied to a thread Sue's 59 Corvette project.... in Non-TrifiveChevy Cars & Trucks

The parts epoxy premiered earlier this week are now in final color, satin black. These parts include the splash aprons, bracket for the overflow...

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