Two40MuscleZ

Hello...it's a '73...no smog laws!

If you are looking for an economy job something like Macco will give you a decent job for a decent price. Now when you start looking at the other options like painting yourself, if you have the equipment, booth and some experience, then you'll save the most. But, in any event it is not cheap! I had a one off color mixed for me, and for the 1 gallon of color, using the existing primer as the base color, with the hardner and clear, it was $1,100 per gallon! Granted you won't need much more than that to shoot your car (as this is a candy color). Just remember, it's not the paint that makes the car, but 90% is in the prep work. The best paint cannot take care of poor preparation. Thats a fact. So handle your body first, and when its straight, really straight then shoot it. Ask RacerX about paint work. Between he and I we have both probably shot well over 35 custom/show cars! Good luck on your project.

Ernie: Remembering back to the days of my youth, running down 19th and racing the "Brotherhood" or even the occassional run out by the old "Playland Windmill" draws me right back. As I recall...those traffic signals were pre-set for 35 MPH. If someone was to go faster than the posted Prema-Facia, they would definately get caught up in and/or start running reds. So, either there has been a particular problem with recent TC's in that area, or the local SFPD Precincts' Watch Commander is trying to generate more revenue for the City Council again...LOL! Probably the later of the two! LOL

Not standing up for them but, considering the time of year you ordered the items, stock issues are at their most critical. Back order is more likely what happened, unless the stock was discontinued because of supply and demand issues. What usually happends is they have to offer an alternate item or give your money back. And the latter, they do not want to do. Compensation for lost time is of little consiquence to them. Because they deal in volume, there is 50 more people waiting to take your spot. Delivery of stock/shipments are weekly, and many items are ordered by the stock clerks but disapproved by thier supervisors if they do not move well. Its a bad situation, but try and find a local store before ordering online. It's not much consolation, but its a very real and sad fact of life. Hope you have better luck finding an outlet nearby.

Where did a 10 year get a loaded shotgun from, and why the hell aren't the parents in custody for child neglect? By age 8 a child has already established his basic foot print in life as to right and wrong. Someone missed the boat here!

I've always liked "Spy vs Spy", from the early Mad Magazine years!

The best way is to have it "Media Blasted". That will show any and all problems right down to the bare metal. It's not necessiarily the less expensive way to go, but it is the best. Another alternative is using an industrial/aircraft/marine type stripper. They vary in price and intensity. Use gloves, eye protection, and a resporater. Several coats should do the trick. Another Master to ask is RacerX aka Ernie. He's pretty much up on things in the paint and prep area also. Good luck. VAN

Thats really great Papa. Enjoy the moment, its a wonderful thing. But in about 16 years when he wants the keys...well, your on your own. Congrats again. All the best. VAN

A.G. I've known Lone for many years, and yes it was sad regarding his personal life. He definately had creative writing skills, loved to share and had a good heart. However, I've spent the past 5 years reconstructing his "mechanical creativity" aka the "Orange Crate", and it was a nightmare. Be that as it may, I can understand he was trying to build something with no budget. And to do things correctly it just can't be done that way. I'm not mad at him for his efforts, just frustrated at times with some of the things he moused together. He's still in AZ, and I certainly hope doing well. I spoke with him a little over a year ago. He was playing in a band!. I hope someday he'll find himself working on another Z. Yes, I miss his contributions as well. VAN

Owen definately is the OG....for sure and for certain. It was his idea and his baby! Thanks Owen, for bringing this site into existance. VAN

In my Carpentry days I purchased 2 Ryobi Chop saws. The larger one 16" was for cutting big Crown moldings, and the smaller 10" for general use. Since I had a need for cutting some metal stock I purchased a 10" abrasive cutting blade and replaced the wood blade. I have had no problem with straignt cuts through metal stock. Don't force the blade and keep an even downward pressure. However, when I need to get things done in a hurry, I break out the Plasma cutter, and things are all better! VAN

California is not Flordia. However, CVC Sec. 26709 (a) states "Every motor vehicle registered in a foreigh jurisdiction and every motorcycle subject to registration in this state shall be equipped with a mirror so located as to reflect to the driver a view of the highway for a distance of at least 200 feet to the rear of such vehicle. Every motor vehicle subject to registration in this state, except a motorcycle, shall be equipped with not less than two such mirrors, including one affixed to the left-hand side. ( The following discribed types of motor vehicles, of a type subject to registration, shall be equipped with mirrors on both the left-and right-hand sides of the vehicle so located as to reflect to the driver a view of the highway through each mirror for a distance of at least 200 feet to the rear of such vehicle: (1) A motor vehicle so constructed or loaded as to obstruct the driver's view to the rear. (2) A motor vehicle towing a vehicle and the towed vehicle or load thereon abstructs the driver's view to the rear". Basically, you need 2 mirrors. One exterior drivers side door, and one inside rear view...OR one on each exterior of the driver and passanger side doors. The big thing here is unobstructed view of 200 feet to the rear. Check with your local SO, PD or FHP for other restrictions that may apply. Hope this helps. VAN...and if your wondering; yes I do and yes I am!

Actually, if you can build your own...there the best!

Most HZ Members are familiar with the OC. The project has come a long way from conception to current state. I will periodically update with PICS, brief notes. However, I will start off the Series with the Engine Bay renovation and paint. Enjoy! IMG]http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j59/Two40musclez/OC-EngineBayDetail046.jpg[/img] IMG]http://i77.photobucket.com/albums/j59/Two40musclez/OC-EngineBayDetail009.jpg[/img]

I have a one-off Morrison custom rear 4-Link Clip with a cut down Ford 9" in my '72 MuscleZ. I had a new Currie 9+ rear end built with 4:11 gears in a Detroit Locker set up. Also, new Currie 31 Spline axles were cut. To finish it off you will need an 8-12 point roll cage, tin kit and wheel tub kit. There were a few other goodies included, but the cost for everything from Morrison including shipping WA to CA was around $3,600. The Currie 9+ third member and axles were $1,400. Wilwood rear disc braks were another $700. If you can weld and have access to one, that will save you some money. My clip was spec'd for Ultra Wide Mickey Thompson Pro Sport: 29"x18.5"x15" mounted on Centerline 15"x15" ConvoPros. It's a bit pricey to do the conversion, but after its done...nothing else really compaires. Here are some PICS... Enjoy! VAN

Ernie: It's been a great year! Appreciate all you have contributed to the enhancement of HybridZ. We all have benifitted from your knowledge and expertise. Like Ernie, Happy Holidays to all our members, family and friends. VAN

Mike: That car has Mikelly written all over it. Nice job Bro...very nice. KMA, VAN

Age: 50+ We'll just leave it at that! Marital status: I have priors Cars: (2) 1972 240 "MuscleZ's" Infractions/Felonys: None...I usually write 'em! Location: SoCal Provider: Farmers (one of the most expensive) Coverage: Complete and full: But if they had any idea what I was running! Cost: Annual payment $600 Total (I do have a few LEO discounts included).

Looks Sweet! Nice job and love the color. VAN

OX: AAAAAh, my mentor! The MuscleZ definately couldn't have made it this far without your help and friendship. You certainly are the man...MIT is without a doubt loosing out! But, I will sit her patiently...waiting for You and the other 3 women in your life (D, T & BOZ) to visit me in Sunny SoCal. All the best & thanks again Ox. Bros: VAN

280ZForce: Depending on what was causing the mold, there are several ways you can approach this problem. To break away the tile boardering the cabs, you can use a tool like a large wide bladed scraper which you can find at any home improvement center, i.e. Lowes, Hm. Depot, etc. This will allow you to remove the tiles and some of the adhesive used initally. To remove the glue you can use a chemical stripper, but that is expensive and messy, also depends on what your sub floor is i.e. wood, concrete, etc. If you use the scraper and keep a sharpened edge on it, that should remove most of the adhesive/grout. Lots of elbow grease but, I am sure you are already aware of that. Also, after cleaning up the floor of all debris, you can place a tar paper underlayment over the concrete floor prior to setting down the tile. Butter the tile with thin set mortor and lay it in the pattern you want. The underlayment will also act as a water barrier between the cement floor and the tile. Many times the cement floor still absorbes water from underneath and it transfers up through the floor which may be part of the reason for the mold problem. If you have laid tile before then you know how to find your starting point, squaring it off to the walls and cutting the edge tiles to finish fit. Make sure you remove all the baseboards, leave a slight gap of 1/4" between your finished edge tiles and the wall. This is done for expansion reasons. Then reinstall your baseboard covering that 1/4" gap. That should do you. Hope that helps. VAN

Naviathan: I didn't know you were a Kinesthetic person...one who needs pictures to visually understand! I know it's nice to have accompaning PICS, and it does make for a better presentation...but, most of the "original" Hybrid guys know me and the quality work I produce. "In progress" shots are all good and fine and buffer towards a finished piece. However, most Artists, Builders and the like don't reveal their project unit it is completed. Currently, I have 3 builds underway. All are Old School Hybrid MuscleZ cars. So, when the time is right, you'll see the unvailing. Until then, visualize and be patient.

Thats how I got into Law Enforcement! I was teaching Kali (filipino stick & Knife fighting) at a local Dojo. After a month I starting seeing an increase in student attendance. All these guys were ages 21 -25 clean cut and very focused...but, I soon found out it was the Riverside County Sheriff Swat. A week later the Swat Sgt. handed me a packet. I filled it out, and 8 weeks after that I was in the Academy. I still teach Baton/ASP and tacticts, but on a State and Federal Level. In 1992 I recieved my 2nd Degree Black in Kali Lua Do, my Instructor was a direct student of Danny Inosanto and Richard Bustillo at the IMB Academy in Long Beach. It's all good. It's been useful several times dealing with criminals and I consider it just another useful tool in my personal arsenal.

When I returned home this afternoon I had found an E-mail from Owen, telling me that my car was published in this months issue of Super Street. Apparently, they were at the Queen Mary/JCCS last October and snapped a shot of my ride. Although, this is not the first time the “Orange Crate†has been published, it was the first “American Publication†in a major magazine. I was very flattered. BUILD UPDATE: One week following the JCCS, I managed to shear off a set of springs on the clutch and lunched my throw-out bearing into the fingers of the pressure plate. So, now was the time to upgrade to a Weir Hydralic Throw-out bearing, and race bellhousing. Along with this a CenterForce Dual Friction Racing Clutch, Pressure plate and Flywheel. With the engine out it opened up other challenges, so I smoothed out the inner fenders of all lap joints and spot welds. Primed and painted the engine bay. Renovated the old wiring and made a new one piece firewall. Last but not least, I had my headers Jet Hot coated to finish off the last detail on my engine. Hopefully, next week I will reinstall the engine and tranny, button things up, finish detailing a few last exterior body areas, and finally finish the paint. All this weather permitting. I will post PICS once I finish the paint. Thanks Owen for the heads up…good looking out! VAN

Hey Mike...I think I remember seeing this clown in the Lock Up at Chino Mens! LOL The criminal mind is a study in futility and stupidity. Lots of time for them to do nothing but think of more stupid things to do when they Parole. But, for me its spells "job security". VAN, aka "Have gun will travel"...