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Jim - Apologies it's been manic at my end - what the local paint supplier has sold you is exactly what I would have recommended - nice progress too No worries Chris, I'm glad I got the right thing! I used 180 grit which I'll also use for the filler and getting the panels straight. What's the best thing for swages and tight areas like the rear panel?
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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Way to go Jim - some nice progress there - sanding blocks there is a whole range of them - let me know if you are dry or wet sanding and I will come up with some recommendations for you - don't use wood Thanks Chris, I sent you a message but I went to the local paint supplier and bought the hook and loop block below I've done quite a bit today which was much more preferable than being in the office at work! So there are more low spots than expected but they can be sorted. Shandylegs kindly came over today with his engine crane to lift the engine out - thanks again for your help! Now the engine is out I'll crack in with the inner wings and I made a start on the bonnet too. I've got a few bits to do in the morning- then I'll start filling on the back and sorting the welding/ bare metal work whilst it's curing. I'm going to work out a frame that'll mount where the subframe is so I can remove the front suspension and roll the shell out on castors - it makes sense in my head at least!
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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If you go electric pump like I did I have a spare fuel pump blank
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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Nice buy! There are a few rack and pinion kits on the market which use mk1/2 escort crewmembers - that'll open up engine options like zetecs etc.
I think people switch the rear axle to a 105e Anglia axle and use 4 links and all that other fun stuff!
After seeing your other stuff I'd be interested in seeing what you put into this!
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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Hi shandy legs
I'm in Mansfield, I've got plenty of jobs to do on the car it's just that it's ready to come out and I'm trying to avoid renting a crane as it's for the week when in all honesty it can be done in the time it takes to drink a cup of tea!
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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It shouldn't take long to do and I'll pay fuel/beer money
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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Hi
Is there anyone out there in the Notts area with an engine crane who is willing to help me pull the engine out if my cortina?
It's just the engine and it's ready to lift - everything is disconnected.
It shouldn't take long to do and I'll pay fuel/beer money
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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Hi
Is there anyone out there in the Notts area with an engine crane who is willing to help me pull the engine out if my cortina?
It's just the engine and it's ready to lift - everything is disconnected.
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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Jun 12, 2018 21:36:22 GMT
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I'm looking for these roof trim pieces they go between the roof and the rear wing on the c pillar If you have a drivers side or a pair please get in touch
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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Jun 12, 2018 20:44:18 GMT
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So I've started playing with other panels whilst I concoct a plan to fix the holes in the front wing as it's been tricky to sort. I've focused on the boot lid and some of the door pieces The compressor was running out of puff doing both sides but I'll not hang it this way again as it's a real pain and I'd rather focus on a side at a time. I used the left over primer to brush the inside of the doors before I prepare the outside - looks a bit lame but all the right bits have good coverage Also I cocked up - I removed these pieces from beneath the trim on the c pillar but I have misplaced the drivers side. I'll try to find it but I have a feeling it got caught up in some stuff I threw out. If anyone can help me I'd even buy a pair.
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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I've got the roof flattened but it's highlighted how thin some of the spraying was but it's great to see it have some reflection in it! I filled the a pillar area it's not the prettiest but it's sealed at least! During the heavy rain yesterday I found out that the garage leaks, this is forcing my hand to epoxy the front out of safety, at least it's done now and allows me to focus on the doors and boot. I've got some rubs because I got too close with the gun - I'll try and work out a way of extending the garage using an awning. I think it's a slightly rougher finish that I'd like - I did thin it more but I'm unsure about air pressure.
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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May 30, 2018 20:08:42 GMT
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I'm making a start on the roof but should I be wet sanding epoxy or do it dry? I've done dry but I was getting as lot of build up on the paper after a few strokes Is there a good way to clear this off? I'm using 240 because I've got some lumps to tidy up! I've got some surface rust to sort in an area I can't really get to easily- any suggestions? The holes can be sorted easily but I don't want to paint over rust. I've used kurust in the past but will it work on this?
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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May 30, 2018 12:24:30 GMT
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Jim - If you are getting peel I doubt that it's the gun that is the problem - you need to thin the paint a little more and it should resolve the issue for you - Chris Thanks Chris I'll try that, I'm using measuring cups and putting between 20 and 30%. I thought I'd not quite got the air setting correct!
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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May 29, 2018 18:38:19 GMT
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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May 28, 2018 19:22:43 GMT
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Recently I've been working on the roof and passenger side. I sprayed the roof Friday which was a curse word because of the gun w Plus my technique but it'll flatten out well looking at the patch I've done. I've bought an erbauer gun but I'll need a new air line fitting - a friend of mine has one similar so hopefully it'll just be my technique that is the only problem! It's ready for the rear panels and most of the side needs spraying. This post is dedicated to my primary angle grinder... 2007-2018
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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May 24, 2018 19:26:38 GMT
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Nice 2 door! Also good to see another 66 mk1!
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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May 22, 2018 18:18:43 GMT
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The 3 in my mine currently are;
Mk2/3 triumph spitfire with a fireplace bike engine - spitfireblade
Reliant similar with 350z engine and box but I'm thinking I'd use a cat d 350 and use as much as I could to build a proper GT car with 300brake and air con!
Xjs with a Japanese 6 cylinder turbo - I'd like to keep it as a 6 cylinder but fancy a big boost straight lines with a big shiny cat on the bonnet
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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May 20, 2018 18:44:47 GMT
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It's not daft if you enjoy what you're doing! Lovely car!
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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May 18, 2018 22:31:28 GMT
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I've been having the same thoughts recently, my plan is to mop up the left over bits from the cortina restoration (still in progress).
As the series 2 7 ran that engine and box I'd like to build something a bit closer to the Chapman designed club racer.
I know it'll be worth very little but I could get use out of it in ways I can't with the cortina such as track days
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1966 Ford Cortina GT 2018 Ford Fiesta ST
Full time engineer, part time waffler on Youtube - see Jim_Builds
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