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Jzsquared
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PostPosted: Sun Nov 30, 2014 1:30 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

How well does the preheat work on that exhaust ?
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PostPosted: Sun Nov 30, 2014 2:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Wow what a nice job bringing it back to what you envisioned! Very nice work by you and your helpers! Thanks for the thread as it gives me hope that I to can do the same to my Thing some day. Great Job!
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PostPosted: Sun Nov 30, 2014 8:42 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thanks Twister! It is a labor of love... And my family is enjoying it now!!


@jzsquared- I haven't had my preheat hooked up yet... The header comes with the bungs welded shut, I've left them like that until I figure out the routing for my draft style....
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PostPosted: Mon Apr 20, 2015 5:01 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Just a quick update...

Our Thing saw all of about 150 miles in 2014, and I will remedy that This year!!
My daughter and I took her to Buga Paluza 17, in Chattanooga and brought home the 1st place in Thing Custom class... Totally unexpected, especially with about 10 Things in attendance!!

Anyway, rain hit us hard on Sunday, but we had a blast and made more memories with Our Thing!!
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She did great on the 60 mile drive each way. I75, ~68mph at 3500 rpm!! 17.6 mpg for the trip. Not terrible, but not great..

I believe my venturis are too big, and it's causing low rpm stumbles.. I have some smaller ones to put in, and give it a go!!
If I can't get this Single IDF to work, it'll be onto Brand New baby Webers!!

More updates to come this year for sure!!
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PostPosted: Mon Apr 20, 2015 5:41 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Forget the webers and quit being a Sally, fuel inject it Very Happy
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PostPosted: Mon Apr 20, 2015 8:20 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Shocked

Yeah, that's on the dream sheet... Too much $$ for right now.
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PostPosted: Mon Apr 20, 2015 10:47 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Very very nice job... Paint and hood go well together..

Congrats for your price you had and the next you should have, for sure... Wink


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PostPosted: Tue Apr 21, 2015 5:21 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

You have done a nice job and now is the time to enjoy , winter is for upgrades
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PostPosted: Tue Apr 21, 2015 5:48 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

VWest77 wrote:
Where did you get this steering wheel? What brand is it? Great looking Thing by the way, and great story. Thanks for sharing.



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i need a wheel like this!!!!!!! can anyone point me in the right direction for a similar wheel that would fit on a 1974. Great job on this thing
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PostPosted: Fri May 01, 2015 7:56 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Here is a repro wheel, by Flat4...
http://www2.cip1.com/ProductDetails.asp?ProductCode=C38%2DI%2D180

Much cheaper than finding an older one like mine..
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PostPosted: Sun Jul 12, 2015 7:09 pm    Post subject: Pedal time! Reply with quote

Finally did my pedal cluster resto!!! It was a PiTa, but a worthy project with fantastic results!
I used Unique-parts and used their upgraded clutch shaft, and their speed ball accelerator pedal kit, that's some very nice stuff!!

Something not mentioned in their tech videos, is that the clutch arm retainer pin is a Monster to get knocked out!! It took a LOt of soaking in PB Blaster over a week period, as well as lots of Heat and a BFH....

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PostPosted: Mon Jul 13, 2015 9:25 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

The little things do make em look much better
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 13, 2015 9:27 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Nice work Joe

I remember trying to disassemble my original pedal cluster for restoration.

Lets say I pounded that pin and pounded.

you have more patience.

out went the og cluster for a new one

fear not, the stock assembly was later given to another fellow Thinger to live on
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PostPosted: Mon Jul 13, 2015 9:55 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Thank you guys!
I should have done them a couple years ago....
The movement is So smooth and clean now... I love it!!

Now if I could get my back rested so I can finish the carb setup.. Sad I'm itchin to drive her now!
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 14, 2015 7:54 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

Looks good. What carbs did you end up with?

What disc brake set up do you have in the front? Did you use the same master cylinder?
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PostPosted: Tue Jul 14, 2015 2:24 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I went specifically with the CB Perfomrance 34ict's. They set them For Your specific application, and provide very thorough install instructions and a reference video online as well. Not the cheapest out there, but you get what to pay for.
Caveat Emptor from anyone else...
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PostPosted: Wed Jul 15, 2015 10:22 am    Post subject: Reply with quote

I am 99% done with the carbs setup!
I had an issue with the throttle cable tube this morning on a test run..
Here is the dual 34 ICTs from CB Performance!!
Excellent company to trade with, and Great support if needed!!
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PostPosted: Wed Jul 15, 2015 5:51 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

looks good hope to see it in Ohio Ron said you will be there I will be there Saturday
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PostPosted: Sun Jul 26, 2015 4:59 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Yes, yes..... I cheated.. I trailered Our Thing to a show... Rolling Eyes

Here we are, Loaded up to head home from KTE 2015 in Tipp City, OH!
Had a Great time and saw plenty of awesome Things!

Road trip both directions was smooth and trouble free...
Blessed to have an awesome weekend with my little girl, and a Bunch of other Thingsters.
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PostPosted: Sun Jul 26, 2015 8:34 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

one day hope to see KTE in the south.OK may TX even better.

I am good with the cheating. I did one road trip 4.5-5 hrs once.It sure beats on you. I will do 2.5hrs to E TX area. Thats not bad. after that, trailer time for me

Ride still looking good.
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