New Covid project
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Based on the lines I saw at Lowe's/Home Depot, I knew a lot of projects were going on... Good work here!! After promising for almost 6 years, I finally knocked out the kitchen backsplash. Finally got my undercabinet lights in from Amazon and installed; no pic though...
She has been a good cheap little compressor from Harbor Freight. Motor got Covid and passed away last week. Born again into a air tank. Checking holing of air now.
Those who guessed air compressor were correct. Need a check valve and she's up and running. 5hp three phase, 18cfm @ 90psi, 60 gal tank, with Aftercooler and auto water catch/drain before the tank. Pieced this all together from auction wins thanks to @AJR and lots of research.
Had to bring the pieces out separately because it's too damn heavy to move as one, lol.
Had to bring the pieces out separately because it's too damn heavy to move as one, lol.
Nice! Soon to be covered?
Oh hey, I got an awesome deal on 2x4s if you need some lol. I got a massive pickup load for free.
Soooo. Trying to outshine my beautiful red air tank. Nice try.
and nice looking air compressor. LOL!
The motor is a wash down unit (nema 4) and all connections are liquid tight fittings (nema 4 I believe). Pressure switch is nema 1, so yes it needs to be covered.
you gotta build thread on that shed?? i need something similar in my backyard...
Nah, but I can answer questions if you've got them. Learned a bunch, built it from Xmas break through Feb. Still have trim left to do, but it's doing its job.
Question for the group:
I'm wiring in some rear LED's on a switch. Of the wire routing options, I'm thinking tapping into the top boot and taking it through the drivers door panels all the way forward. I'd need to slice a little hole int he boot, and then likely splooge a little silicone around the wire to make sure it's sealed through the boot so I don't get any water penetration. Anyone have any better ideas, or see a fatal flaw in my plans?
I'm wiring in some rear LED's on a switch. Of the wire routing options, I'm thinking tapping into the top boot and taking it through the drivers door panels all the way forward. I'd need to slice a little hole int he boot, and then likely splooge a little silicone around the wire to make sure it's sealed through the boot so I don't get any water penetration. Anyone have any better ideas, or see a fatal flaw in my plans?
Should be fine to poke a hole and seal it up. Did it on my 60 a number of years ago and haven't noticed any ill effects.
Another day of body work, and more rot found. Ps rear door, 1/4" of bondo with a bunch of rot behind. Lovely. One of the POs must have liked their bondo 
Got a start today, will finish another day. Putting my new hammer and dolly set to work.
Edit: hot damn does the new compressor work well! My air tools seem to have much more a$$ now, it's amazing.
Got a start today, will finish another day. Putting my new hammer and dolly set to work.
Edit: hot damn does the new compressor work well! My air tools seem to have much more a$$ now, it's amazing.
Still lots more to do but it’s probably 75% done.
looks like one of those tribal ceremony circles in indiana jones where they danced and sang just before trying to eat him!
looks great!
yeah it wasn't planned to be a tiki thing, the Wayfair mis-shipment of 26 feet of the wrong size bamboo fencing sorta forced my hand.
Top tip: If you want lots of free stuff place a big order with Wayfair. I got that table replaced for free since it's broken - a quick hula skirt around it and it's a serving table.
Top tip: If you want lots of free stuff place a big order with Wayfair. I got that table replaced for free since it's broken - a quick hula skirt around it and it's a serving table.
I have had several projects to keep me busy over the past few weeks and this project has received the most attention so far. My boys have named her Tin Cup, but we shall see if that sticks. Not sure what my plans are, but with having so much time on my hands right now I am finding that my OCD side is kicking in and I am restoring every part I take off. Here are a few of the things I have done in the past 2-3 weeks.
Installed "New" leather seats. They are second row 2016 Chrysler T&C second row seats installed with fabed seat brackets. Its a somewhat common swap, but unfortunately they sit to high for my tall ass. I do love the seats, but if I keep this Sammy I will need to find another solution. Its just a shame because I love these seats.
Replaced the door panels and hardware:
I removed the combination switch from the steering column and rebuilt it to fix a turn signal issue I was having. Then added a new steering column cover and new steering wheel. I am sure its just me, but there is something about a wood steering wheel in an old rig. This is not a normal combo for this, but I dig it.
I have also replaced all the brakes and rotors. Changed all the fluids to Amsoil. Replaced the timing belt, water pump, and oil pump. Replaced all the hoses and metal cooling pipes. I have a few other things to finish up on before I get into the fun part which is replacing sheet metal. I am always looking for an excuse to weld.
In the next two weeks I will be tackling my LX todo list. Which includes a new starter, T-Belt, water pump, valve cover gaskets, and replacing every vacuum hose. Oh the things we do to keep ourselves busy......
Installed "New" leather seats. They are second row 2016 Chrysler T&C second row seats installed with fabed seat brackets. Its a somewhat common swap, but unfortunately they sit to high for my tall ass. I do love the seats, but if I keep this Sammy I will need to find another solution. Its just a shame because I love these seats.
Replaced the door panels and hardware:
I removed the combination switch from the steering column and rebuilt it to fix a turn signal issue I was having. Then added a new steering column cover and new steering wheel. I am sure its just me, but there is something about a wood steering wheel in an old rig. This is not a normal combo for this, but I dig it.
I have also replaced all the brakes and rotors. Changed all the fluids to Amsoil. Replaced the timing belt, water pump, and oil pump. Replaced all the hoses and metal cooling pipes. I have a few other things to finish up on before I get into the fun part which is replacing sheet metal. I am always looking for an excuse to weld.
In the next two weeks I will be tackling my LX todo list. Which includes a new starter, T-Belt, water pump, valve cover gaskets, and replacing every vacuum hose. Oh the things we do to keep ourselves busy......
