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Lifetime MemberHOWELL, NJ - USA
Joined: 5/18/2004
Posts: 6812
Vette(s): 1979, Targa Blue (72 Color), Pace Car rear spoiler, L88 hood, Dark blue factory interior, 525HP 406, HD 700R4, 370 gears,Steeroids, composite rear spring, TT IIs wrapped in T/A Radials.
Well folks, the Lukester is really shaping up and looks even better with all the trim back in place. I converted all the blacked out mouldings back to the bright anodized finish and it really looks great with the darker blue color. In no specific order, here's a list of what took place in the last week:
Door handles - new ones with gaskets put in - the outer nut is a major PITA to catch. Wound up taking out the latch mechanisms. While they were out, cleaned greased and put back.
New power door lock solenoids
LukesVette 2009-06-11 09:35:54
Door handles - new ones with gaskets put in - the outer nut is a major PITA to catch. Wound up taking out the latch mechanisms. While they were out, cleaned greased and put back.
New power door lock solenoids
Sport mirrors remounted - oy-vey!! 
- had to remove the door glass - but even so, took a fraction of the time to mount them compared to how long it took be to get them out leaving the glass in place!!!
All emblems mounted (used double sided 3M industrial tape on fenders and nose - get them on right on the first shot - they ain't comin off!!!)
Window moldings - I used some JB Weld to glue in some new rear window moulding clips - they have a peg that slides into holes in the window channel, but the peg/hole theory only works if the window is out - JB Weld did the trick
Mounted lower valence panel and air dam - this should improve my cooling even more!!
T-top liners put back - those Velcro-like buttons are another PITA!!!
Cleaned and oiled the door lock cylinders and reinstalled with new gaskets.
New window seals replaced on the door side of the window. A little trickier than I expected..
Reinstalled the antenna - needed an extra set of hands for this one...
Door sill mouldings and new water diverters.
Rocker panel mouldings - I bought a fantastic kit for $20 that basically eliminates the old rusted and stripped screw holes. After drilling them out with a 3/8 bit, they are replaced by these cool brass receptacles that are internally threaded. The mouldings were never so secure or mounted so nicely. I highly recommed this kit.
- had to remove the door glass - but even so, took a fraction of the time to mount them compared to how long it took be to get them out leaving the glass in place!!!All emblems mounted (used double sided 3M industrial tape on fenders and nose - get them on right on the first shot - they ain't comin off!!!)
Window moldings - I used some JB Weld to glue in some new rear window moulding clips - they have a peg that slides into holes in the window channel, but the peg/hole theory only works if the window is out - JB Weld did the trick
Mounted lower valence panel and air dam - this should improve my cooling even more!!
T-top liners put back - those Velcro-like buttons are another PITA!!!
Cleaned and oiled the door lock cylinders and reinstalled with new gaskets.
New window seals replaced on the door side of the window. A little trickier than I expected..
Reinstalled the antenna - needed an extra set of hands for this one...
Door sill mouldings and new water diverters.
Rocker panel mouldings - I bought a fantastic kit for $20 that basically eliminates the old rusted and stripped screw holes. After drilling them out with a 3/8 bit, they are replaced by these cool brass receptacles that are internally threaded. The mouldings were never so secure or mounted so nicely. I highly recommed this kit.
Left to do over the next couple of nights after work is adjusting the door glass and puttiling the door panels and arm rests back on. Vacuum, Armorall and we're ready to roll!!!
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Boy, you have been going full guns. Glad it's done, can't wait to she it (this Sunday).
Congrads,
Dave
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Your hard work has really paid off Paul. I sure hope I get to see your beauty in person someday.
Lifetime MemberManteca, CA - USA
Joined: 11/20/2005
Posts: 3623
Vette(s): 1978,two tone,Metalic Rootbeer & gold
1975 L48 4 speed
Well it sounds like somebody's been havin fun out in the shop.
Jimmy B.
Just can't wait to get on the road again. 
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Lifetime MemberHOWELL, NJ - USA
Joined: 5/18/2004
Posts: 6812
Vette(s): 1979, Targa Blue (72 Color), Pace Car rear spoiler, L88 hood, Dark blue factory interior, 525HP 406, HD 700R4, 370 gears,Steeroids, composite rear spring, TT IIs wrapped in T/A Radials.
All I can say is 
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Isn't it nice when a project comes together? You should really be happy. The car looks beautiful! I also hope to see it in persn someday!
Barry
Lifetime MemberHOWELL, NJ - USA
Joined: 5/18/2004
Posts: 6812
Vette(s): 1979, Targa Blue (72 Color), Pace Car rear spoiler, L88 hood, Dark blue factory interior, 525HP 406, HD 700R4, 370 gears,Steeroids, composite rear spring, TT IIs wrapped in T/A Radials.
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Vette(s): 1972 conv., sunfire yellow, blk interior, blk vinyl and convertible top. Off frame restoration with American Speed 383 stroker engine producing 500hp plus a 200hp NOS system. MSD ignition. Hooker super competition headers with chambered exhaust.
Looking good Luke.
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