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Post by horen2tas on Nov 26, 2010 16:39:00 GMT -5
I set my posts square and plumb (using a level) on the ground, then clamped them to the rafters and drilled them and lag bolted using two staggered lag bolts. after you get the body on that contraption believe me you don't need to fasten the uprights to the floor. I used 2" x 6" for the cross bars and the only other thing to remember is to space them wide enough so the rolling chassis can fit easily between giving enough room to do assembly. I can pretty much raise and lower the body with just my wife as an assistant (she raises the bar and and pins it while I lift).
Kudos to Brian Boggs for coming up with one of the greatest solutions in Bradley building!!!!
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Post by horen2tas on Nov 21, 2010 21:27:21 GMT -5
Hey QQ, those leads are going to have you running all over the place. I'd go with someone who's been building engines for a few decades and has a reputation for long life and dependability. There used to be a few guys in Jersey, but if you want to travel to the Hudson Valley: Klaus Garage Rt.52, Hopewell Jct., NY 12533 845-221-3660 He's old school and takes a lot of pride in his work!!
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Post by horen2tas on Nov 18, 2010 21:33:57 GMT -5
Hey Brian Boggs, it's time to republish those pix and description of your amazing "Boggs Bradley Lift" Pushinfords could benefit greatly!!! It's helped me more than words can describe!
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Post by horen2tas on Oct 27, 2010 10:41:08 GMT -5
Even so, it's worth it to keep applying liquid wrench or the equivalent for a few days and maybe cook the area with a burnzamatic so its prepped for the drilling and extraction! Whatever you do take your time, you're beyond frustration now, this is a medical proceedure!! Good luck in the O.R.!!!
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Post by horen2tas on Oct 25, 2010 9:09:48 GMT -5
jspbtown- pardon the off topic question: The diamond plate- what metal is it and how is it fastened?
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Post by horen2tas on Oct 22, 2010 0:03:35 GMT -5
I received a lot of response on this listing, I had also posted it on Craigs and Samba. Several likely buyers assured me they would come and pick it up but none showed or called. All the while I waited around for them to show.
I finally took the Craig's and Samba off because I found it frustrating to deal with tire kickers. At last someone who was local called and just said he wanted it period! No if's ands or buts, and since I was anxious to get it out of here the car is sold.
The great part is that I linked this sight to the Craigs and Samba ads and I think it brought some new viewers who want information about Bradleys. They are most definitely going to find it here!
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Post by horen2tas on Oct 15, 2010 8:43:32 GMT -5
Scott, I'd really like to sell the whole tortilla, rather than part it out. The War Department is giving me grief about planting her gardens with tin and plastic cans! I've reduced the price to $350.
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Post by horen2tas on Oct 12, 2010 18:44:28 GMT -5
The body is solid and has never been hit or damaged, has the original Turbo wheels. in need of a complete restoration, the floor pans are rusted out, engine is rusty and frozen. Missing windshield, rear window and driver side door small glass, other than that most parts are all there. Located in High Falls NY.12440 Mike 845-687-7636
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Post by horen2tas on Sept 27, 2010 10:16:45 GMT -5
That's where the AHLCL (automatic Hi-Lo hydraulic corner lifts) come in!
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Post by horen2tas on Sept 27, 2010 9:40:54 GMT -5
Easy!!!
Trap doors in the floor pans.
Lay down on the ground,
roll under the Brad,
and come up through the floor!!
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Post by horen2tas on Aug 31, 2010 8:45:06 GMT -5
Oldschool, Bravo!!! Your pictures are most welcome and inspiring! I find it a real treat to be able to see them thank you! Having a window into another country through your postings is really a breath of fresh air!
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Post by horen2tas on Aug 30, 2010 16:49:33 GMT -5
Incredible & beautiful work oldschool!!! It's really great to share this enthusiasm from outside the U.S. Do you have the finished / bug show pix yet?
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Post by horen2tas on Aug 30, 2010 9:29:58 GMT -5
Nice atelier "vieux-ecole"! Very interesting cars in the background. Looks like someone really piled-up the bondo on the front end (plus epais!) That should give your front end some extra weight! (c'est vrai??) It certainly looks like you know what you're doing, but there are CD's available from a member on this board that has the build manual as well as lots of improvements from his many years of experience with the Bradley GT1. His name is Jeff Troy and if you search his name on the board, you'll find the info on how to order the CD's If you're living that close to Belgique, you're going to want to keep the heater boxes on that motor! A teute a L'heurre best Miche'le Horen
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Post by horen2tas on Aug 29, 2010 23:09:34 GMT -5
Bien venue, mon ami! Bonne chance avec votre voiture, je pense quelqe personnes sont monge les croissants dans le chaise! Where are you in France?
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Post by horen2tas on Aug 8, 2010 16:35:02 GMT -5
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Post by horen2tas on May 13, 2010 8:14:27 GMT -5
U haul charges about $200.00 to rent an aluminum car trailer, they let you keep it for 3-4 days and you can return it to a different location than the rental. I used it to pick up my GT2 and it was a piece of cake. I pulled it with my Chevy Astro no problem!
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Post by horen2tas on Apr 26, 2010 13:34:42 GMT -5
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Post by horen2tas on Apr 18, 2010 21:40:57 GMT -5
Hey MJ that looks like the cat's meow!
Let's see some pix of the rest of it!
Please!
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Post by horen2tas on Jan 19, 2010 19:10:42 GMT -5
Hey Glen, what kind of seats are in there?
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Post by horen2tas on Dec 14, 2009 20:56:55 GMT -5
Nice to see work being done on a "bay window" bus. Door jambs look like they're in good shape! Hows the slider door? They're simple to work on , come off real easy. My '71 has about 500,000 miles on 7 engines between 2 owners my brother (original owner) and me. Seeing your pix got me in the mood to start thinking about working on mine again! good luck, your work on the improvements looks really nice! Mike Horen
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Post by horen2tas on Dec 7, 2009 8:30:03 GMT -5
That carb looks really hammered =rust, nicks in the mating surfaces, lots of krispy, crusty suff going on there. Zenith carbs leave a lot to be desired, when they get to the stage in the picture. Unless you have the capability to boil that thing out with all jets removed, there's a very good chance you're going to be plagued with problems. If I were you, I'd look at a rebuilt from a reputable supplier, or better yet, if you can afford it buy a Weber brand carb, I found that they work great. While you're at it, if you can get access to the gas tank check out what it looks like inside and if there is sediment and debris, you may want to clean it out and also add an inline filter or two, somewhere before the gas reaches the carb. good luck, Mike Horen
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Post by horen2tas on Nov 26, 2009 22:09:14 GMT -5
I'll add my two cents by saying there is a lot of talent out there. At my former telecom company, there were people who could easily go into Barclay's finances with a blueberry, except they were honest. My point being maybe we should pool some resources to try and find a ips dweeb who is also sympathetic to the Bradley cause. I totally agree there was some great stuff on the old sight and I'd be willing like many others who stated it, to kick in a few bucks to get this done. I plan to contact a friend who has real knowledge about this and ask him to give a quick curbside about what might be possible. Until then it'd be nice to hear from any one else who thinks this is a good idea and may cough up a few bucks towards a possible solution. all the best, Mike Horen
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Post by horen2tas on Oct 21, 2009 17:15:28 GMT -5
That's a nice looking ride! Take your time and the advise from Wyn, ya got ta use sir-kologee on it! I'm sure if you spend some time adjusting here and there you'll get it! Good luck, please post some pix as you get it sorted out Bets wishes, Mike Horen
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Post by horen2tas on Oct 8, 2009 21:57:36 GMT -5
If you have all that stuff at your disposal, I'd say go for it.
This board has a large group of members to field all your questions and they will only be too happy to gladly chime in when you hit a wall. Many of the people who log in are very experienced and have done what you are attempting many times.
So I say let it rip! Take pictures if you can, so you know what was there to refer to and maybe by the time you're ready to build again you'll have found an even better way of doing it!
I wish you the best of luck and good building, Mike Horen
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Post by horen2tas on Oct 6, 2009 16:19:53 GMT -5
Thanx for the info they look great!
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Post by horen2tas on Oct 5, 2009 21:06:22 GMT -5
Hi Gem they look really good! Did you make any suspension changes? Where are the wheels from??
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Post by horen2tas on Sept 26, 2009 19:46:28 GMT -5
Just noticed on E-bay someone is selling glass and other parts for a GT with no reserve, looks like a great deal if you need it one reference # is: 360191690794 good luck!
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Post by horen2tas on Sept 7, 2009 16:39:34 GMT -5
I can tell you from experience that that gland nut is not coming off with a pipe wrench. A good investment is the right size socket (black-impact variety is cheaper than chrome version) a 2' breaker bar and a 6' pipe to slip over the breaker bar, and at that you will most likely have to stand on the end of the bar and jump up and down a few times. I think the size is either 19 0r 21 mm, The John Muir book, "How to fix your VW for the compleat idiot" does a really good job of describing this operation.
Good Luck!
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Post by horen2tas on Aug 30, 2009 22:15:52 GMT -5
Hey Dean, real nice! What are those tail lights they look good! Better than the sunken junken schoolbus ones. Where they from?
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Post by horen2tas on Aug 24, 2009 7:44:29 GMT -5
That's a great price for all that hand work, measuring and fabricating. I've seen some bars that were covered with the interior fabric and sometimes padded underneath that. I noticed that the covering is sometimes fixed on with snaps or zippers. For me that part would be the easiest since my wife sews like crazy. Again Great Job! Good luck!
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