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The high pressure lines that they use on Cat tractors are done with a hydrolic cutter and press. Afterwards, the ends are pressed on into position and crimped. Terry's approach is correct. 1st wrapping the end tightly with duct tape and then using a fine tooth hack saw blade to make your cut through the tape and braid. There is one additional trick to cutting braided line using the hack saw method. And its probably the most important...use 2 blades positioned side by side for a push and pull stroke! That is the real secret! That will elimenate the brades from being pulled apart as you proceed with your cut. Give it a shot...I think you'll be surprised at the result. Comps, VAN

I have pondered over this same dilemma myself. Is it rice or is it not...Conclusion; If it's Japanese, then it must be "sticky rice." However, since my is a Hybrid; then it must be "Uncle Bens" converted rice!!! LOL In any event, it's the best of both worlds! Comps, VAN

Mike: Parents play such a major role in our lives. They give us everything they can and ask for very little in return. Remember the love and bond you have with them. Charish the moments you spend together. Never fail to express your love and feelings for them. A father could have no greater blessing, than to know he has the love and respect of his children. I have every confidence that he will make it through these trying times. You must remain strong and rise to the challenge at hand. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, VAN

Reading everyones post is all good information. I purchased a Lincoln 135 plus which allows me to lay down a bead just fine. The 110amp give you the ability to weld thinner metals without distortion. Tig is best for fine line work, and plasma cutter is tops for cutting. However, if you are starting out with a limited budget, then consider the Mig 135 units or better. For cutting OA is ok, lots of heat produced, air disc cutter or shear is good, and there is always the sawzall! Options only limited to your budget, and experience. However you look at it...its all good. Comps, VAN

An Interior Forum would be interesting and perhaps lend itself well to finishing off ones project. It could be beneficial and informative if handled correctly. Its a consideration. Comps, VAN

Bob...you need to talk with Terry (BlueOvalZ) about fiberglass flairs. I built mine and they are just fine. Terry gave me the low down and after some practice I had no problem. Seriously doubt they will ever crack...And, they are not small...they measure 76 1/2" from outer flair to outer flair. Terry is very accomplished, you should really talk with him, prior to making a final decision on metal only flairs. Good luck. Comps, VAN

Outstanding job...very well executed. Look forward to seeing the completion of your project. Comps, VAN

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Try contacting SANDERSON HEADERS, in So San Francisco. They have several combinations that would work nicely with the block hugger ANGLE PLUG set up. CC3 style is probably what you are looking for. There is another that collects and comes down straignt. Either one should solve your problem. They are a bit pricey, but, quality and service is outstanding. http://www.sandersonheaders.com/ 1.800.669.2430 Comps, VAN www.two40musclez.com

Nice Job Tim! Glad you were able to pick up the welding unit. Comps, VAN

RB26Z: Regarding your question(s) about doing a solid rear end...I just ordered a 4-link rear clip with a cut down Ford 9" rear from Art Morrison in Washington, State.. I did quiet a bit of checking prior to choosing them over Alton, Comp Eng, and several others. The AM pricing was also about $1000 less than Alton, and when I spoke to their customer svs rep...it was all high pressure sales...not very impressive. Dan @ Morrison was very helpful, sent a brochure, product information and I was impressed enough to pop for a 30 min video, which explains it all in detail. Everything from back-halfing the car, installation and setup for measuring and fitting the rear clip, sheet metal and tubbing thru rollbars fitting and installation right up to and including fuel cell install. The video and Dans helpfulness is what sold me...the price savings, heck that was just the iceing on the cake! Give them a call. Ask for Dan, mention me and he will take it from there. You won't regret it...on this I am certain. Good luck with your project. Comps, VAN

On the subject of carbs, is anyone in the group running an Edelbrock Street Tunnel Ram set up? Curious, as to how much low end torque is lost as compaired to using a Victor, Jr., with a 750 Holley DP? Also, what are your thoughts on the best combinating for running a duel set of 450's, 500 or 650 Holley Dbl Pumpers? Is tuning the duels all that difficult? As for gas milage..I'll just disconnect the gauge! Thanks, VAN

RadTad: Everyones got an opinon! Its good that you picked out a cam for your engine. May I recommend that you take all the guess work out and contact CompCam's Tech. Dept. Give them your specs. and tell them what you are trying to accomplish...i.e. street, strip, etc. They will give you a pretty clear cut answer to just about any question that you may have concerning your application. They were very helpful when I ordered my cam and I appreciated their understanding and expertise. As per their recommendations, I wound up with a solid roller cam #12-771-8 which has a lift of...intake 570/exhaust 576. It's pretty stout, but that choice was predicated on the work that was done to my heads and other internal mods that I specd. In any event, I would highly recommend your giving them a call prior to plunking down your money on something that may not be exactly what your looking for. Just a thought. Good luck. Comps, VAN

Pete: Anyone that knows you and your car, can see at first glance your signature's all over it. It's kind of like Chip Fose. Unmistakable Attention to detail, fistidiously clean, and lots of TLC. Sure, there are plenty of standout Z's rolling around. However, you can certainly pick yours out in a crowd! Envious, yes I'm sure the "Redneck" is. Hell, with a car that clean...who wouldn't. Again, great job Pete. Comps, VAN

Call up your local PD or SO and ask for the local vehicle Code numerical. For Ohio I believe it is referred to as their "OVC". In any event, they are mandated and somewhat enforced. Usually, its only the "Rookie Fish" that swet that crap! In CA., us older ones look for more flagrant vio's. Check back in the archieves about 3 months for further info. Van

You might want to check out the Eastwood Catalog. 1.800.345.1178 or www.eastwoodcompany.com. They have a whole section on tools, information, videos by Ron Covell, Bob Monroe, and Ron Fournier. Might be worth a shot. Good luck with your project. Comps, VAN

John's correct. Your car (pardon the punn) is too old. Best to try and contact prior owners and request them to supply you with the information you are searching for. Otherwise its going to be kind a tough! Comps, VAN

Sorry guys, but I gotta throw in my two cents with this fooleo! The clown lists a post. Doesn't phrase it as a question, but more as a demand. You don't demand...you respectfully ask. And even then, don't always expect to have an immediate answer. But, after seeing a photo of this nimrod, it all makes sense now. If by chance he happends to read this post, perhaps he will have a clearer understanding of how Hybrid works. Maybe the word "please" would have rendered him more assistance. Apologize again, but it just kind of ticked me off with his blatant posting of a derogatory comment on another site. VAN

I highly recommend UNLIMITED PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS. This past year I had an opportunity to purchase one of their L-88 Cowl Induction Scoops and added it to the hood of my 240Z. Product quality is very good as is their pricing structure. Customer service is also suprisingly well managed and helpful. Address as follows: UNLIMITED PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS 560 West Rincon, Corona, CA 92880 (877)735-7772 The quality is definately there! Comps, VAN

James: Why do you want to be any different than the rest of us! All of us have had our turn in the barrel, and some of us are still spinning!!! I haven't forum posted much in the way of my Z project. There are a few, Terry, Mikelly, Pete, Tim and Lone) who are aware of what I have managed to accomplish. Purchased new in '72, driven until '83, my Z is rust free with less than 60,000. Placed her in storage on blocks for 18 years collecting dust. Why...too many other obligations such as yourself. April of last year, work was getting to me, decided on building a Pro Street/Show V-8 Z standout. With that decision I joined the ranks of so many of our fellow HybridZ counterparts. During the past 16 months the project has come a long way...with much help, inspiration, and exchanging of ideas from those mentioned above. However, there is one unchanging fact with this type of undertaking...its a time honored tradition that cannot be rushed, short cut, or inadvertently moused. To do it takes, time, money, tenacity, and in most cases the shared understanding of spouse and family. Facing the same delimas as you, priorities need to be set. The vehicle is an extension of yourself, your dreams and aspirations, coupled with mild set backs, challenges and occassionally frustrations. Projects change...time increases...and anxieties build. Normal! Example, my latest enterprise is back-halving the entire rear section of my frame to add a 4-link with cut down Ford 9"...just so I could run 29"x18.5"x15's on the back. That little revision just added another year to my work time! So, you need to set long and short term goals, adjust them as needed, allow the extra time for unforseen contingencies, and make the most out of building your dream car. In the end its all worth it. Just ask Terry, Mike, Pete Tim and Lone! We've all been there, some just a little longer than others. Comps, VAN

And if all else fails...a 1/4 stick of C4 with a 30 second time delay, works every time! Just make sure your insurance is paid up! VAN

Yeah ya need em, check earlier posts on the subject...however, show/custom vehicles usually become overlooked unless....you are doing something obvious...like lighting up your tires, or being somewhere you shouldn't be...watching street racing. Comps, VAN...aka Gld7PtStar!

Conventional (old style) quart pot siphon type are not as widely used now and even ban in some areas of the country, due to the atomized overspray that blows all over. Even in ideal conditions (spray booth) you still expend a good amount of paint into the air and not the surface where you want it to go. The newer guns are HVLP, simply High Volume Low Pressure as compaired to the earlier siphon which were just the opposite, LVHP. Of these newer HVLP's, there are siphon type with the cup placed in the conventional position, underneath, and the newer more sophisticated with the gravity fed cup, on top. Of the two they each have their own particular shooting styles, and finishes. The more common being used is the top gravity feed cup. This allows for the paints to be fed without the introduction of thinning agents,which are more commonly used in the siphon. There are a variety of spray guns with all sorts of attachments and fancy gear. KISS...the keep it simple stupid theory, really is the best. What you want is a gun that fits your hand and grip. Not unbalanced or too top heavy. Next look for a variety of needle sizes. This will determine not only the type of paint(s) you can use but also the finishes. Different guns for different jobs. A gun for priming, one for blending, another for touch-up, and one for finish spraying. Using a combination of these to fit the particular job, finish and paint viscosity. Pearls, candies, lacquers, micas, flake etc., all require certain guns and a combination of techniques. As mentioned earlier, Devilbiss, Sharpe and Binks are industry standards. As such the prices vary from $150 - $850. The high end guns I won't even give you their name! Figure on the average of approx $350-$500 depending on what paint and finish you are trying to "shoot for." In any event, look around and settle for something that is in your price range, can multi task, and give you the performance you are looking for. Ask your local AUTO paint supply store. Any decent one has several in stock and can explain each one in detail. Another biggie is having enough air to sustain its use. Some guns have big air draw, and that is where the HVLP comes also into play. Look around there is a lot to consider. Comps, VAN

Pete: Check your E-Mail. Outstanding my man! Comps, VAN