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1968 Neil's Highland Green CS

Ruppstang

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Looking good Neil. I have had to cut them too you are right not fun. Hope you can get to the MCA grand national. Marty
 
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franklinair

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Progress Report:Floor boards are done. Treated remaining metal, Mig'd new floor panels, sealed with 'Brushable seam sealer', painted, installed floorboard sound insulation.
Today I dyed the headliner. The PO had installed a new headliner (Ivy Gold) & new seals (windshield & rear). Since I'm changing back to the original Nugget Gold interior, I opted to dye the headliner instead of tearing everything all apart. Plus the parts suppliers all said the replacement Nugget Gold headliner wasn't really the correct color. I removed the windlacing strips (dyed them too), CAREFULLY masked the window seals, and covered the entire interior. Two cans of Nugget Gold aerosol, and it turned out PERFECT. I found that to get the masking tape (I use 3M blue) to adhere to the rubber window seals, I wiped them with a damp rag of MEK. Works well. Also, the vinyl prep applied before spraying assures a good paint bonding. To be continued :)

Neil
 
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Today I completed the A/C-Heater control system repairs. Thanks to Dalorzo's photo & description of the A/C Control switch I was able to disassemble & repair it. Now I have the 12V for the compressor clutch.
Checked all 5 of the vacuum actuators, replaced all the vacuum control hoses (they leaked), replaced the leaky seals in the duct systems, applied a vacuum source, and all operations are now OK.
I'm still contemplating changing out the compressor to the new Sanden model & converting the freon to R-134.

Neil
 

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Neil,
Glad to hear of your progress. I have used the Sanden 134A conversions and it is just the way to go on a driven car. They are so much more efficent. Marty
 
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Got the dash painted today (back to the original Nugget Gold). Finally ready to start re-assembling the dash. Fixed & reconnected the A/C control switch, re-sealed all the A/C duct joints.
I bought a Scott Drake woodgrain panel for above the glove box: what glue is best to use to attach the woodgrain piece to the panel??

Neil
 

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Here are some photos of Neil's progress.
It's looking great!
 

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Thanks to Arlie for posting my current photos for me. (Sometimes my computer won't let me upload them):embarass:
The interior work is progressing. All the in-dash A/C is working fine: sealed all of the A/C ducting, repaired A/C Control switch, all vacuum actuators checked out, new vacuum control lines. Just recieved the Sanden A/C compressor and condensor + refrigrent lines from ClassicAir.
Installed a Retrogauge tach in place of the clock. Perfect fit.
Installed new flashers & Turn signal switch, rewired Foglight switch. Now all exterior lights are OK.
New carpet installation is progressing. The rear carpet fit perfectly- the front, not so nice. It requires a LOT of fitting & trimming. Unfortunately, the only replacement carpet on the market (that I know of) comes from ACC, and its not the same quality that they used to produce.
Don't know if I mentioned it before- I had the seats reupholstered, and the 2 bucket seats didn't turn out to my satisfaction, so I ordered new upholstery and new seat cushions, and I'm going to do them myself. Haven't done that job in 20 or 30 years- hope it will all come back to me:icon_pani

Neil
 
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Dash is now 99% done, console is installed (with AM/FM radio thanks to Marty). Carpet is completed (had to get 2nd set).

Neil
 

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franklinair

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Almost done with the interior. Seatbelts & seats installed. Deluxe door panels are next.

Neil
 

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Looks really nice Neil. Where'd you get the gt/cs emblem for the dash? It adds a nice touch.
 
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franklinair

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Luis;
Send it to me, buy the parts/materials, and I WILL do it.
Jeff;
The dash emblem was made by a friend.

Neil
 

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Papa Neil, That looks outstanding. Where's the horn ring? I'd be lost without mine, too many stupid people on the road. Keep up the good work.

Bret
 
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Bret;
I just have the steering wheel temporarily mounted, to move around the shop area.
(Sometimes these pesky airplanes needing work get in the way):rolleyes:

Neil
 
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