MACKDDY build thread

[jmhend]

Today I shot final color on inside of fenders and grill

Also got serp set up finalized and found a belt what fit

I finalized vacuum line routing using hard lines too

Next target is to shoot hood inside color, weld hinges on and bond a strip of metal that Migs cut for me along the front to cover acne along hood leading edge. That’s fridays mission. Saturday I will demo part of the paint booth and prep for final color on outside of body

Now back to work to pay for all the painting supplies

A tired and sweaty Hank

what power steering pump is that?

 

[hankjr]

what power steering pump is that?

Dual return Saginaw from WH. They have a kit for explorer front dress. I paid upcharge for the dual return pump.

 

[jmhend]

Dual return Saginaw from WH. They have a kit for explorer front dress. I paid upcharge for the dual return pump.

Fantastic, thank you sir.... looking awesome.

Jason

 

[hankjr]

A quick update. I’ve been pounding on the to do list this past weekend. I’ve got some time off this week to button up the painting and the last of the chassis work.

I mocked up a set of twin stick shifters tonight. Still some more work before I can share pics but decent results

So many things to do but it’s coming together quickly.

Hank

 

[Rustytruck]

That is one sharp looking blue.

 

[hankjr]

Thx. I festered long time before deciding on a color

 

[hankjr]

Here is the prototype twin sticks I fabbed up. Not sure in final fit and handle set up. But I’m in the ball park enough for now

Hank

 

[hankjr]

And the body made it onto the chassis today.

Hank

 

[sprdv1]

Let there be light.. Looking good man

 

[svastano]

Looks Great!

 

[langester]

Great progress Sir! It is awesome to get the two halves together after all the work you put into them. Keep on pluggin away and you will beat me to the finish line! Have a good one!

 

[hankjr]

Officially entering the “ bolt shit on” phase. Feels so good. Hydroboost is in to get dimensions for brake hoses. Will hit hose shop tomorrow. Front serp back on. Pedal bracket back in as well as some other odds and ends.

Hank

 

[tasker]

All we are going to do is watch you turn the key!

 

[hankjr]

All we are goung to do is watch you turn the key!

About 500 times

I have a list of stuff for Sunday. First off is clean my house

 

[tasker]

we do not judge my friend....we are there for support....and meat!

 

[fatboy]

All we are going to do is watch you turn the key!

And drink his beer...



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[jmhend]

A quick update. I’ve been pounding on the to do list this past weekend. I’ve got some time off this week to button up the painting and the last of the chassis work.

I mocked up a set of twin stick shifters tonight. Still some more work before I can share pics but decent results

So many things to do but it’s coming together quickly.

Hank

I need that body cart or the dimensions... I am so jelly.. looking great. keep up the great work

 

[jmhend]

Officially entering the “ bolt shit on” phase. Feels so good. Hydroboost is in to get dimensions for brake hoses. Will hit hose shop tomorrow. Front serp back on. Pedal bracket back in as well as some other odds and ends.

Hank

btw, I personally feel like this stage is the best. congrats

 

[hankjr]

Garry (EFI Guy) and I chatted last night and we figured out why engine wouldn’t fire. 30 seconds later

https://youtu.be/Og_cuyy4P1M

Finally roared to life. Just a quick idle as it was late. Now to really button up the rest of engine plumbing and bolt more shit on!!!!!!

Such a great sound

Hank

 

[tasker]

FREAKIN PROUD of you Hank!!! what a milestone!!!