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  1. Bad Bob

    Flex plate

    Even though rounded teeth are an indicator of a misalignment, if the engine actually turned over several times but didn't light up, I would fix that to get it out of the way, then check all the other basics first (spark, fuel, finding TDC, etc.) At the very least, you will be able to check all...
  2. Bad Bob

    Hydro dipping

    I remember first seeing this with camo on hunting items years ago. Looks cooler nowadays because you can get real graphics. My only concern would be how durable the film might be since it's so thin to start with. If something gets rubbed alot it might not last. Not sure about heat tolerance...
  3. Bad Bob

    cup holders

    Bunches of those pop up on eBay if you search "Pop up cup holder".
  4. Bad Bob

    steel braded lines

    I use shrink tubing like Spanky mentioned. Put the shrink-tubed hose in a vise so it's parallel to the ground, then use a 4" grinder with a metal cutting blade and slice straight down right quick... the burned rubber stinks for a minute, but the cut is clean and it doesn't hurt the blade if you...
  5. Bad Bob

    cup holders

    I carry bottles of water under the seat on trips and that's about it. Not a fan of eating/drinking in the vehicle since I'm bound to dump whatever it is all over my lap. Even at Sonic I/we always get out and eat at the tables while watching the gawkers walk around and oogle... o_O
  6. Bad Bob

    Covid Project - 80's Project T-Rod

    In addition to having the traditional look, a bed gives you lots of ways to hide things, plus a wee bit of storage if you plan it right. Like choppedtop said, be sure to physically separate your battery from your tank... thus keeping explosions to a minimum. I also highly recommend an Odyssey...
  7. Bad Bob

    Covid Project - 80's Project T-Rod

    Nice pics. Mine came with the exact same body you have... the "ridge" along the back is identical. Not sure if it is an old Total Performance one or not... the glass they used to fabricate the body is that old thick orange-y stuff. It's still strong, but if you plan on cutting a door, be sure to...
  8. Bad Bob

    Acceleration

    Dang... "fuel compressed to near solid form" amazes me...:eek:
  9. Bad Bob

    Hello fellow hot rodders

    Welcome from Arizona! (And yes... we all just love pictures) :D
  10. Bad Bob

    The excitement is building

    Whelp... they just lost a potential customer. That was a lame excuse given by a lazy employee. Shame on them. (I looked for but could not find the "middle finger" emoji...)
  11. Bad Bob

    How much wire . . . .

    Were you able to speak to someone from DelCity on the phone? It seems odd they would turn down that large of an order without even trying... Possibly PayPal or Certified Check?
  12. Bad Bob

    Bolt breakage

    I wonder why all of the stress seems to be concentrated on that one hole... Harmonic vibration will, over time, fatigue the strongest metal... The over-tight belt is a red flag to me. Having to keep a perfectly dry belt tighter than normal just to eliminate squeal indicates either a bearing...
  13. Bad Bob

    My ProjecTee

    I've always considered fiberglass an art... one I have never mastered, mainly because of the variables (temp, time, volumes, hardeners, etc...) Even after having watched a plethora of YouTube videos, the process was touchy when I redid my floor. I ended up grinding off the bad parts and redoing...
  14. Bad Bob

    How much wire . . . .

    The pink boards made me smile :)
  15. Bad Bob

    Let's see your homemade fuel tanks

    I was reeeealy hesitant to do that as well. After reading about how a 3/4 full tank mounted high could cause a shift in weight going around a corner, I decided to add some for more as a safety precaution than anything else, Paranoia set in... My tank holds 12 gallons, and I sure didn't want to...
  16. Bad Bob

    Let's see your homemade fuel tanks

    Apparently the "copy" button on my mouse went AWOL again... apologies :oops: Here's another try: Fuel Cell Anti-Slosh Safety Foam Tank Baffle Inserts 14x4x6, 6/pk
  17. Bad Bob

    New guy from Maryland

    Welcome from the Grand Canyon State! Agreed with Island Girl... "sat for years" could mean a lot of things... from cobwebs to flood. It's along way from the barn to the highway... ;) Bottom line - Do your homework before you open up your wallet. As an old dude, here's what I would do first...
  18. Bad Bob

    Let's see your homemade fuel tanks

    I reused the tank that came on mine, but used these so the gas doesn't slosh around too much. https://www.speedwaymotors.com/Fuel-Cell-Anti-Slosh-Safety-Foam-Tank-Baffle-Inserts Definitely a better idea to put some baffles in while it's being built. :thumbsup:
  19. Bad Bob

    How much wire . . . .

    Well.. I'll bet Mr. PV guy is a handsome fellow... (he had a wife last I heard... not an easy thing to pull off when you're as homely as me.) Ah, well... some folks get looks and brains... I'm pretty sure I got shorted on both... :thumbsdown:
  20. Bad Bob

    Finally building my bucket

    Welcome from Arizona! Glad to have you aboard. (Native Buckeye here...born and raised in Toledo, but please don't hold that against me...:thumbsdown:)

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