Gary49 building my first hot rod

[Gary49]

I can't wait to see that green on it.

Me Too!!

 

[Gary49]

I needed an alternator bracket for the LS so I called ICT Billet. I told them I wasn't running power steering or anything, just an alternator. They not only had the exact bracket I needed but the correct idler pulley, bolts,spacers and belt. The whole combo was only $112.000 with free shipping. They are another great vendor to add to the list.
That hose is going to be shortened and clamped.

 

[AusBucket]

G'Day Gary,
If you change that fitting out for a right angle one the hose will be even shorter. ;-))
Regards,
Mike.

 

[Gary49]

G'Day Gary,
If you change that fitting out for a right angle one the hose will be even shorter. ;-))
Regards,
Mike.

Thanks Mike. Those fittings aren't even tightened. I just threw together some stuff I had on the bench temporarily and barely stuck the hose on to see if it fit. I'm not sure if I'll even keep that setup.

 

[Gary49]

Well, I finally got to shoot the body today. It didn't come out as good as I wanted but I'll fix it.

 

[tfeverfred]

Well, I finally got to shoot the body today. It didn't come out as good as I wanted but I'll fix it.View attachment 14576

Man, I love that color!

 

[Spanky]

Well, I finally got to shoot the body today. It didn't come out as good as I wanted but I'll fix it.View attachment 14576

I don't know what level of perfection you were hoping for, but it looks d__n good to me!

 

[Gary49]

I don't know what level of perfection you were hoping for, but it looks d__n good to me!

Thanks, there is some mottling of the metallic in a few spots but I guess a man on a fast horse wouldn't notice. LOL

 

[AusBucket]

You are probably the only one that will notice it Gary, most people that look at the car won't know if you don't tell them. Lovely colour, some dark green with white pin striping will set that off a treat.
Regards,
Mike.

 

[fletcherson]

Metallic can be tricky to spray. Looks good. I’ve resprayed many things over similar issues as has every painter... most other people likely wouldn’t notice it, but the painter can’t help but see it, lol...

 

[rbsWELDER]

Looks great!

 

[Gary49]

Looks great!

Thank you. I can hardly wait for the first ride.

 

[Gary49]

Time for the fun part.

 

[Indycars]

Looking good so far, are you working from drawings or is just in your head?

 

[Gary49]

I'm figuring it out as I go. Sometimes it gets hard to remember what I already did so I started labeling all the wires. LOL

 

[Pushrod]

Gary, what's the typical number of circuits in a t bucket wire harness?

 

[Spanky]

8 to 12, depending on how fancy you get with electrical components. Speedway has a good economical wiring harness . . .

Speedway Economy 12 Circuit Wiring Harness

 

[Gary49]

Gary, what's the typical number of circuits in a t bucket wire harness?

I'm not sure exactly. Some people may have more accessories than others. Mine has a regular fuse block and a fuse block for the LS motor itself with relays for the injectors and fuel pump.

 

[Pushrod]

I can see where the LS platform would require a more complex harness. Mine will need just the bare essentials.

 

[Gary49]

Woo Hoo. The LS motor can to life today! I don't have the oxygen sensors in yet so the idle was rough. It sure was music to my ears anyway knowing I'm getting close to getting it on the road.