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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 21, 2013 19:16:01 GMT -5
Now that's something you don't see everyday. I'm blaming deforestation and global warming. One day, there won't be any left.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 21, 2013 18:55:57 GMT -5
Assuming it was water, yes. I did research and a detailed job. But the clear fluid still has not beaded from the last oil change. I think you nailed it when you said gas. I've seen oil after a blown head gasket on a Pontiac, and this doesnt look like that. At the time I didn't now gas could even do this. I'm going to try a new pump and stand. Hopefully, that will do it. I can't even comprehend how many times I've had to redo everything. Poor car!
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 21, 2013 12:37:34 GMT -5
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 21, 2013 12:16:21 GMT -5
Well lets get some facts first. 1. How much water was in it? How could you tell? Via the dipstick? Did the same amount drain out each and every time? 2. Do you have an air cleaner on top of the carb? 3. When you drained it was the fluid you think to be pretty clear or was it really kinda muddy? 4. How long does it take each time between oil changes to get water in it? Does it rain each time? You can test for gas by disconnecting the line from the tank to the fuel pump and letting it sit for the number of days it normally takes to get fluid in it and see if it is still filling up. Well, I'm going to say there was quite a bit of clear fluid last time I did the change, not saying it's water now, because I really don't see it beading. But it doesn't smell like gas either. When I drained the oriional oil, after I first got it running, it was 15 year old crude. Nasty dark old oil, so whatever this is is a new problem. If it's not water, it's gas, that means my fuel pump seal, not the whole pump, right? It pumps fuel just fine. And, it has rained since then. Right now, the oil is this milky caramel color, not what I put in. Maybe I should switch to an elecrtic pump, the pump I have doesn't seem too eco friendly.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 20, 2013 15:27:34 GMT -5
It's a pretty new Solex carb. It works perfect. Yes, it rained again. Is it gas? I'm doubtful. It didn't feel or smell like gas, and was the first thing to pour out of my oil plug last time, but I'm not going to taste it to find out. I just don't know how it can happen. Say that it is gas, then what?
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 20, 2013 14:02:48 GMT -5
I'm still getting water in my oil. I can't find anything online that shows how this is possible or how to fix it. This is going to be my 3RD oil change/ flush and I'm devistated. WHY IS THIS HAPPENING? I've been working on this car day and night for almost 2 months now. I've redone most of the wiring, replaced parts, this water problem needs to stop. Can someone give me some advice? I don't know what to look for.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 16, 2013 1:46:19 GMT -5
Impressive. I have Austin Powers green shag carpet in mine I can't wait to gut mine out and start from scratch. It's inspiring to see cars like this.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 14, 2013 21:26:21 GMT -5
It's not my oil cooler, but those hoses need to be replaced too. It's either a bad gasket between the cylinders, or the block needs to be tightened. Oh no, I've convinced myself I can get it without a engine pull I rewired my headlights today. Getting to know the bottom of this car real well.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 13, 2013 10:10:33 GMT -5
Simple without a pull on a twoie? I'm not ready to drop the engine yet. I don't even own a torque wrench
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 13, 2013 9:36:43 GMT -5
Oil is burning heat exchanger, my bad.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 12, 2013 23:46:05 GMT -5
Any one selling Bradley gt in Vancouver Canada. Satwantjassal@yahoo.ca There was one in Silverdale, Wa craigslist last week. $250, but you get what you pay for.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 12, 2013 23:38:42 GMT -5
At least its breaking down at home. Wait until it regularly starts breaking down on the road! Many of the original builders of these cars (yes..they are cars...not models) shouldn't have been building skateboards never mind building cars. Of the 10 abandoned kits I have built over the years I replaced every single shred of wiring, suspension, fuel system and brakes on. The one I didn't do was because someone wanted it so bad the way it was. I have never, ever, attempted to "fix" someone's prior hack job. I guess I just don't like playing games I will never, ever, win. This hasn't been on the road since I got it. Too many things slowing me down. I've had to redo several things, no signals, no lights, I thought I had a leaky pushrod tube, I still might, but what's really going on is a leak between the cylinders, burning on the manifold. I'm seriously hoping I can tighten it and not have to pull the engine. I'm not ready for that.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 12, 2013 23:31:23 GMT -5
This car has all kinds of things. I'm still learning vw, but it does seem to be a relay that is used. When the old one started buzzing, the horn started freaking out. So there's no telling what everything goes to at this point. I haven't had a chance to mess with the electrical. Every time I fix something, I find something else wrong. It may have been cheaper to start with a whole new vw chassis and engine, but I'm determined
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 12, 2013 11:41:59 GMT -5
I usually have a lot of money and no time, or a lot of time and no money. My main priority is to get this car back on the road. I've given it more than anyone has in over a decade and I've done 99% of the work. I'm not even sure what that relay does but the origional is 45 years old and probably broken. I sold my Porsche to bring this car back and that's what I'm going to do. I'm getting to know this car really well, inside and out. It's come a long, long way in a month.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 11, 2013 23:16:34 GMT -5
WISH I HAD A HOOD THAT OPENS :/ I got a flap.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 11, 2013 22:37:17 GMT -5
Awesome...got mine from Swisco last week. I have the same air conditioner in mine. The thing is so space consuming, and I can't figure out how to tighten the belt.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 11, 2013 22:36:18 GMT -5
Awesome...got mine from Swisco last week. I have the same air conditioner in mine. The thing is so space consuming, and I can't figure out how to tighten the belt.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 11, 2013 22:17:07 GMT -5
Has anyone had experiance with these? I know people use them in emergencies, but what about full time? How long do they typically last?
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 11, 2013 22:09:19 GMT -5
As true as it is, and I don't disagree, it always comes down to time and $$$. I honestly have so little of both right now. I just spent $31 on a relay switch my normal parts store can't order, and could explaine most of my electrical problems. I could hillbilly this, or I could do it right and that costs. So does bad luck and I'm having a lot of that with this car. But it's not going to beat me. I'm into it for a lot of money now. I'm glad I have good friends, everyone here on this site, and vw people who are hooking me up on things I really can't afford at prices I can.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 11, 2013 12:10:26 GMT -5
Since I got my gt2, I've been working on it non stop most of the summer, I've run all new brake lines with lots of problems, ended up replacling the master cylinder, replaced all fuel lines, oil change, new carb, plugs, wires, seals... I had a little too much oil in it, I knew that, but it's not driving yet, I had it running so good for the first time in about 15 years... But it's been bothering me, so I figured I would drain about half a quart. We just had a storm last week, lightning, thunder and it dumped rain... Right into my carb, so when I pulled the plug, over a quart of water came rushing out followed by chocolate milkshake. All that hard work, new parts, sweat, blood, yes, I hurt myself many times already, and a pretty allergic reastion to brake fluid I think.... I was devistated =(
I drained the oil, got enough fresh oil and filters to flush the system... AND IT WOULDN'T START! The car hates me, I know it. Pulled the new plugs, wiped them off, put them back, still no spark. Coil? So I broke out my test light and hit it like I'm timing it, nothing. Now it's not timed, the ight won' go out, but goes dim, another short somewhere, wonderful. I spent hours last night tracing wires, and found a brown one under the dash with electrical tape on it, nd the car fired right up....YES! YOU B!TCH, I AM MORE PERSISTANT,AND I WILL GET MY WAY!
Oil change is done, brakes finally work, Today, it gets a test drive... Some one was right. It has Gremilins.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 9, 2013 13:12:29 GMT -5
I was never one for following the herd. If it's different or unusual, even rare, I want it. I owned a 45' houseboat for years. What made it different from others was some guy built this with his bare hands. It wasn't prefab. He saw what it could be and made it happen, probably the whole reason I like coming to this site. Every single one of us is here because were smart, creative, willing to learn, share and help when we can. We all have our ideas, creative in our own ways and can see the potential behind a lost and forgotten relic in someone's back yard. I agree with the seller. It should go to someone who can bring it back, and I can't think of a better chance than to post it here.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 9, 2013 12:57:25 GMT -5
What would happen if I send them $3.00?
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 9, 2013 12:54:37 GMT -5
Very nice find! You got mad props on that one. It kind of makes sense now, that either Bradley and Fiber Jet worked together on this or that my gt2 is clearly mis- represented as a Fiber Jet when it is not. Either way, it's a great ad and gives me something to think about. This goes to show that you can't google everything. Thank you.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 9, 2013 12:40:04 GMT -5
True, but it would still be cool. I've never seen one. Look at the rounded back glass. You all think Bradley windshields are expensive. It's no more incomplete than anything on this site. Almost everything here started with a shell. Did that stop anyone? I see putting a little money into it, and selling it for a decent profiet. It should be on the road, not in someones backyard.
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 8, 2013 0:13:59 GMT -5
I'm only trying to figure out what fiber jet means. It's on the dealership key chain. Maybe it's nothing, maybe it's a prototype. If it has no significant meaning, then that's all right. But if it's like the Pontiac Banshee of Bradley, I would like to know
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 8, 2013 0:13:39 GMT -5
I'm only trying to figure out what fiber jet means. It's on the dealership key chain. Maybe it's nothing, maybe it's a prototype. If it has no significant meaning, then that's all right. But if it's like the Pontiac Banshee of Bradley, I would like to know
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 7, 2013 19:46:08 GMT -5
So what about "Fiber Jet"? Does that actually mean anything in the Bradley world, like 1 of 10 ever made, or is that just a nickname some dealership called it? Is this a Bradley gt2 Fiber Jet, or just a normal everyday Bradley gt2?
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 7, 2013 14:09:12 GMT -5
1 of less than 15... It's cool!
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 7, 2013 13:30:06 GMT -5
There are definately Gremlins. The wiring is chaos like a 6th grade science project. I don't know about starting from scratch, but tracing headlight wires... Into the power antenna? REALLY? Something started buzzing and the horn started freaking out... I HAVE A HORN? Where are those wires?
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Post by skarekr0w on Sept 7, 2013 12:57:36 GMT -5
ugh, now for the not-so-fun part...I've got a bigger mess to figure out. Shorts, blown fuses, melted wires, can't find the right wire combonation for the headlights, just got the turn signals working but for a minute, left turns would cause my dome light to flash AAAaaaaarrrggghhh! Then something started buzzing, and the horn starts freaking out. There's more, lots more. Want to trade?
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