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eventhough · 10-23-09, 03:56 PM

Awesome!

I think we need our own way to collect donations as UC will need to purchase parts for the build. I don't really want to have to ask James to figure out what was donated through his PayPal acct for this build and to give us $ - this is about us giving to him.

Thanks!!!

eventhough · 10-24-09, 06:22 AM

And another donation has come in via Facebook - thanks Merle!

Carp · 10-24-09, 07:01 AM

I put together a preliminary design last night, need to work out the details. I'll try to get it up by the end of the month.

eventhough · 10-25-09, 06:28 AM

I need a few people to help organize.

David Davis - looks like you are already doing an awesome job!!!!

Turkeypen · 10-26-09, 07:17 AM

1. I am in, especially on the upholstery and if I can finish with that, I will be glad to blast rust and prime, paint, or POR. I will need a helper on upholstery ...
Can't really tell from some of the photos, looks like the seats may not be stock . . .

Steve, the next time you contact JamesR could you ask:

Are the stock seats and jump seats still in?
Does he want to restore the seats to stock or does he want to just clean what he has?
Is this a '72 and are the original seat mounting points still in the truck?

A question I have for UC is whether 73 seats would fit in a 72?

I know it may sound premature, but I would need to know now as I have a line on some stock 73 seats and jumps that are in good condition and priced right

2. Steve, perhaps post up the different tasks to get leaders on each area.

3. Perhaps when we do recon, we can take photos and videos and post them on you-tube to give folks an idea of where we are headed.

eventhough · 10-27-09, 08:10 AM

I emailed JamesR about stock vs aftermarket. I'm thinking his main goal is to get the 40 running well. Stock v aftermarket might not matter so much.

I've also requested pics of everything, as in > 100 pics. I'll give a link to them ASAP.

Now I am just thinking out loud and I want some feedback please!

Here is a breakdown of the different volunteer, organizer positions I think we might need.

General logistics, organization, etc - me

Sponsorship, vendors, donations (individual will probably need additional assistance)

Food

Infrastructure (canopies, tools, power, compressors, tables, etc)

And here is what I am thinking about for stations at the build. Some of these stations might not last long (exhaust) while others (engine, body) will be going the entire weekend.

Upholstery - David Davis

Engine - (will probably need to be broken down a bit more by this group for fuel/carb, short block, etc)

Body - (could handle tub and underbody such as axles, etc)

Drive train -

General cleaning -

Exhaust -

Steering -

Whatchayal think?

ETA: the most important things I need help with right now are sponsorships/donations, scouting party, and maybe meal planning.

ETAA: can UC bring its big, white canopy? I would also like about 6 other, smaller canopies, and maybe a big one in case of bad weather. We will need tons of tables and some tools.

boombapslappy · 10-27-09, 03:17 PM

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Originally Posted by eventhough

Whatchayal think?

Thanks for getting this together!

ETA: the most important things I need help with right now are sponsorships/donations, scouting party, and maybe meal planning.

I'm working on a sponsor (just one).

ETAA: can UC bring its big, white canopy? I would also like about 6 other, smaller canopies, and maybe a big one in case of bad weather. We will need tons of tables and some tools.

I'll bring the big UC canopy with wings and the small "tailgating" one I have. I also have an 8ft table. I'm trying to talk my dad into making the trip. He has a compressor. It'll probably come in handy.

I know a guy who has a propane cooker that he pulls behind his truck. It's big enough to hold 200lbs of pork. I'll give him a call unless someone in the club has one.

eventhough · 10-27-09, 03:36 PM

Thanks Josh - and thanks for the link in your sig. I'm gonna copy it.

smkymntn · 10-27-09, 07:46 PM

Steve put me down for general cleaning

BMThiker · 10-28-09, 12:27 PM

Don't know squat about 40's, but I am in for at least a day, if not the weekend. I'd probably be most helpful in the suspension dept. or mild body work.

apeterson · 10-28-09, 03:14 PM

you should put together a list of parts that are needed, then if people have them laying around we can get them together for you. someone is going to need to see the vehicle in person to make this determination

eventhough · 10-28-09, 03:25 PM

Thanks Adam and Rick!

apeterson - we are planning a trip to thoroughly check out the 40 soon, hopefully in a few weeks. After that we will have a good list of what exactly needs to be done and what parts will be needed. Thanks for the interest!

eventhough · 10-28-09, 04:50 PM

Just had a 45 min phone conversation with an awesome volunteer and we are working on something very special. I don't know if it will pan out but I sure hope it does.

eventhough · 10-28-09, 06:31 PM

Have two more things that I am working on - these would be great.

Thanks again to everyone who has contacted me with offers of assistance.

k9crazy · 10-28-09, 07:04 PM

As far as I know right now, I am in. I am not much help on the mechanical stuff, but can take things apart like a champ. I am also good with rust removal and painting (the can kind, but I think I can probably learn a new trade and run a paint gun). I won't be able to stay for the nights, but could maybe do 2 days. Oh, and I am in for $50.

EDIT: Oh, and I am not that far from Athens. I might be able to do a scouting trip with someone that knows a lot more than me.

eventhough · 10-28-09, 07:44 PM

Awesome Heather! Thanks for the time and the donation!!!

I'm working on some more specific breakdowns of tasks, teams, etc and hope to have that up in a week or less. I also hope to have a scheduled scouting trip in the next month or so.

Thanks!!!

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Originally Posted by k9crazy

As far as I know right now, I am in. I am not much help on the mechanical stuff, but can take things apart like a champ. I am also good with rust removal and painting (the can kind, but I think I can probably learn a new trade and run a paint gun). I won't be able to stay for the nights, but could maybe do 2 days. Oh, and I am in for $50.

EDIT: Oh, and I am not that far from Athens. I might be able to do a scouting trip with someone that knows a lot more than me.

3pits · 10-28-09, 08:49 PM

what are the working conditions
220v power?
place for jacks and jack stands?
working tables?
engine lift?
lift at all?
place to pull axels to rebuild? are they in need?
has anyone done a recon?

eventhough · 10-29-09, 05:07 AM

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Originally Posted by 3pits

what are the working conditions
220v power?
place for jacks and jack stands?
working tables?
engine lift?
lift at all?
place to pull axels to rebuild? are they in need?
has anyone done a recon?

I'm hoping to have a scouting day within a month or so to nail down what exactly the 40 needs. Also working on all the other info and will let you know ASAP.

Thanks!

71-CRUISER · 10-29-09, 06:29 AM

Count ACC in. We should be able to be there for at least a day. Let us know if you need us to bring anything special.

Turkeypen · 10-29-09, 06:31 AM

ACC ROCKS!!!!

eventhough · 10-29-09, 06:38 AM

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Originally Posted by Turkeypen

ACC ROCKS!!!!

Weeeeeeeeeeeeee!!!!

AWESOME!!!!! Thanks ACC!!!

fueg0 · 10-29-09, 04:06 PM

What's the latest on T-Shirts?

landcrusher909 · 10-31-09, 07:10 PM

I just found this thread, Awsome !!!!!!!! If you are having problems with the Carb and you can get it shipped to me I will take care of the rebulld and get it back to you. I have done all my own Carbs with no problems, Sure wish you all were closer what a Great way to spend a weekend or two. Just let me know Rob

eventhough · 11-01-09, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by fueg0

What's the latest on T-Shirts?

Design is in the works. We might have something together by the end of the week.

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Originally Posted by landcrusher909

I just found this thread, Awsome !!!!!!!! If you are having problems with the Carb and you can get it shipped to me I will take care of the rebulld and get it back to you. I have done all my own Carbs with no problems, Sure wish you all were closer what a Great way to spend a weekend or two. Just let me know Rob

Thanks for the offer! I think we have a new carb courtesy of Trollhole's Cruisers coming. I'll check...

I'm also going to start updating my first post with all the real important info.

eventhough · 11-01-09, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by boombapslappy

I know a guy who has a propane cooker that he pulls behind his truck. It's big enough to hold 200lbs of pork. I'll give him a call unless someone in the club has one.

Please get in contact with Bob Adamson...

Greenpiece · 11-06-09, 12:01 AM

New carb and dizzy is a great start. To get one running for someone and leave it with them: a new clutch master and slave, new radiator, new belts and hoses, all new brake parts (with possible front disc conversion and/or axle but then a boo$ter will be needed), new brake master cyl, prolly 5 new tires (Hancook Dynapro ATs are a great inexpensive all around starter tire), new battery, all new fluids and filters, a bunch of fuses, spare wire and splice kit with shrink wrap, any needed lights/lenses, new wiper blades, new fuel pump, new water pump and thermostat, new spark plugs and wires, spare donated starter and spare donated alternator, prolly bring a rear main seal just in case. Bring along a 75 year old mechanic with a timing light, a tach/dwell meter, and some feeler guages for the valves and points.

eventhough · 11-06-09, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by Greenpiece

New carb and dizzy is a great start. To get one running for someone and leave it with them: a new clutch master and slave, new radiator, new belts and hoses, all new brake parts (with possible front disc conversion and/or axle but then a boo$ter will be needed), new brake master cyl, prolly 5 new tires (Hancook Dynapro ATs are a great inexpensive all around starter tire), new battery, all new fluids and filters, a bunch of fuses, spare wire and splice kit with shrink wrap, any needed lights/lenses, new wiper blades, new fuel pump, new water pump and thermostat, new spark plugs and wires, spare donated starter and spare donated alternator, prolly bring a rear main seal just in case. Bring along a 75 year old mechanic with a timing light, a tach/dwell meter, and some feeler guages for the valves and points.

Oh yeah - we have quite a list that we need to do but I think three days of wrenching will get it done!

Hope to see you there!

Oh, I also talked to JamesR last night at length. He is very thankful for the outflow of support from the Cruiser community. He has a two car carport which we can use to wrench in, and Upstate Cruisers also has a very large canopy I plan on setting up the Friday before MLK weekend. Scatter around some other canopies, tables and chairs and we should have plenty of room to work and get'r done!

SAMI188 · 11-10-09, 11:43 AM

This is awesome!

71-CRUISER · 11-10-09, 09:09 PM

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Originally Posted by Greenpiece

Bring along a 75 year old mechanic with a timing light, a tach/dwell meter, and some feeler guages for the valves and points.

I'm not 75 but sometimes I feel like I'm the only 20 something mechanic that knows how to use any of those things. I can tune the carb as well if need be.

raYGunn · 11-10-09, 09:20 PM

You guys need a documenter/photographer and someone to make a book to keep with the 40 for the boy, when he's older he will appreciate seeing the effort that you guys are putting in and maybe while he grows up others will find comfort in your work.

You need a paypal site up and PM me when you have it!

Best of luck with this project.