TECHNICAL FORUMS => Project Builds => Topic started by: gmshades on May 14, 2008, 08:10:50 PM
Title: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on May 14, 2008, 08:10:50 PM
Hey guys,
thought I would do an update. The project is finally out of hibernation. *again*
New list:
Item\'s to be purchased: Headliner Shocks
Items to be fabricated: Throttle pedal Firewall - in progress
Items to install:
Overflow container Interior Dash CB radio Front hooks
Does this sound like fun? Wanna help out? I\'m offering free meal and drinks for anyone that would like to help out on Saturdays or Sundays. It\'s located on Canadice Lake Road between Honeoye and Hemlock.
Incase you would like a refresher on what it looks like, this is right before it was stored: (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/09-30-072.jpg) (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/09-30-071.jpg)
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again
Post by: MrMindless on May 14, 2008, 08:14:28 PM
I\'ve always gotten my banjo bolts at Advance or NAPA.
I\'m damn close, I might stop by some weekend when my own projects are more caught up.
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 5/17*
Post by: Yukoneer on May 19, 2008, 03:43:51 PM
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 5/17*
Post by: CoraC143 on May 22, 2008, 04:50:19 PM
Can you get a better picture?
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 5/17*
Post by: gmshades on May 26, 2008, 03:35:31 PM
New pictures as of 05-25-08. (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/05-25-08001.jpg) (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/05-25-08002.jpg) (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/05-25-08003.jpg) (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/05-25-08004.jpg)
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 5/17*
Post by: GTJake on May 26, 2008, 04:58:41 PM
are you planning on cutting the fenders to have room to flex?
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 5/26*
Post by: gmshades on May 26, 2008, 05:01:30 PM
I\'m going to wait till I have a set of 33\'s before cutting to see what needs to be cut. More than plenty of room now with the 30\'s on it.
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 5/26*
Post by: gmshades on May 31, 2008, 04:25:44 PM
Got some 33\'s today!!
Guy had them on craigslist for $80. I picked them up this morning. Should have them mounted during the week and installed next weekend. They are courier? street 33 x 12.5 R15.
They will work until I get some money saved up for some muddin tires.
Steering shaft went on today. It works, but needs an idler bearing to sucure the shaft because of the extra u-joint.
I think the next big thing is figuring out the firewall. It\'s not going to be fun.
Pictures next weekend with the tires!
Glenn
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 6/8*
Post by: gmshades on June 08, 2008, 07:40:30 PM
I flexed it out as good as I could with a jack, and not close to rub at all.
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 6/8*
Post by: gmshades on June 25, 2008, 06:09:03 PM
Got most of the vacuum lines installed. Fuel lines are installed. Next is waiting for funds for the mufflers, battery, and wiring. Also started fabricating the new firewall.
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 6/8*
Post by: gmshades on July 20, 2008, 06:44:05 PM
Exhaust is installed! Ran straight pipe to glasspacks.
I have a few items I was wondering if anyone had good ideas for:
1: I need about a 12\" length of steel pipe. 1\" O.D, 5/8\" I.D. I\'m using it to relocate the brake pedal.
2: Anyone know a place that works on drive shafts? I have 2 shafts that need to be shortened.
3: Anyone have a stock CJ bumper they wanna sell cheap?
(This list is completed!)
It\'s getting there, slowly but surely. gonna try in the next couple weeks to hook up the electrical and fire the motor.
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 6/8*
Post by: gmshades on September 19, 2008, 06:33:41 AM
Well, the project is in hybornation til next spring. Ran out of funds.
I did flex it out to take measurements for shocks. So they can be ordered when they go on sale.
Driveshafts will get shortened at Fleet Pride next week. I\'ll be selling 3 driveshafts that are stock. I can\'t sell them til I take all 5 to the shop and let them decide which ones to shorten/lengthen.
I plan to go to the meet in Batavia and bring the project with me, if anyone\'s interested in seeing the progress.
Glenn
Title: Project \"Mengler\"
Post by: gmshades on March 23, 2009, 12:37:15 PM
Well, its that time of year again when I pull it out and start working on it. So far I\'ve done some wiring, and welded on my shock mounts and brake pedal.
I know since I didn\'t post all winter, the thread was erased. And last year not many people posted on here.
So, my question is are you guys interested in the buildup, or should I wait til its running?
(For those that don\'t know, I\'m putting a \'98 Geo Metro body on a \'79 CJ7 frame with an AMC 360 motor.)
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 9/19*
Post by: MrMindless on March 23, 2009, 12:55:47 PM
thread didn\'t get deleted Glen, it just fell out of being listed.
Title: Re: Project \"Mengler\"
Post by: Crusarius on March 23, 2009, 12:57:34 PM
I am very interested in it.
Title: Re: Project \"Mengler\"
Post by: MrMindless on March 23, 2009, 01:07:46 PM
I bumped your older post so you can keep it all together.
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 9/19*
Post by: gmshades on March 23, 2009, 01:42:33 PM
Thanks Mike!
If you want, you can erase the other post topic so there isn\'t a duplicate.
I have the driveshafts ready to install, my buddy came over and welded the shock mounts on, and welded the brake pedal together, so now I just have to bleed the brakes and they should work.
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 3/23/09*
Post by: Crusarius on March 23, 2009, 01:46:07 PM
I would love to see this thing in person.
but unfortunately I am on call this week so it won;t work :(
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 3/23/09*
Post by: GTJake on March 23, 2009, 07:55:08 PM
i cant wait to see it running! in time for 4x4 101?
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 3/23/09*
Post by: smichaelR22 on March 24, 2009, 09:59:20 AM
i merged them
looking good or well neat!
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 3/23/09*
Post by: gmshades on March 24, 2009, 02:20:55 PM
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GTJake wrote: i cant wait to see it running! in time for 4x4 101?
I wish. I just need about $400-500 for the rest of the parts, and every weekend to work on it to be ready. It\'s one of those things you can see the end, but little things here and there add up quick.
If anyone has used parts to go with my \"parts to buy\" list let me know. I can know next weekend what size shocks I need.
BTW, the tires I have on it are for mockup purposes and are too bald to go through anything serious. I really need a set of 34\" x 9.5\" swampers to make it complete. The 33 x 12.5\'s are too wide and barely miss the frame. If only I had $800 to burn.
Glenn
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 3/23/09*
Post by: Crusarius on March 24, 2009, 02:26:52 PM
probably be pretty cheap to get a set of 4 rims with the right offset.
Title: Re: Mengler getting worked on again *update 3/23/09*
Post by: smichaelR22 on March 24, 2009, 03:01:11 PM
paul got summit steelies for 39$ a piece with 2.5\" backspacing that helped his stance out alot.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 3/30/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 05, 2009, 10:32:26 AM
Front (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/front.jpg)
Front Side (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/frontright.jpg)
Hopefully finish the bracket for the brake pedal, and install the rear hooks today. (Yes I know the front bumper needs a liitle trimming, but don\'t it look good? :) )
update - Brake pedal bracket done - just needs to be bled and brakes are DONE!
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 3/30/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 10, 2009, 09:42:42 AM
Got the electric fans in. They are off a Cherokee. One of the fans got damaged. There are 3 supports that go from the motor to the shroud. 2 of them broke at the motor.
Any of you ever tried to repair the plastic? I know glue probably won\'t hold up well. I was thinking of riveting metal tabs on. I also noticed there are 3 holes at the motor, maybe mount it that way? Let me know your thoughts.
If you need pictures, I\'ll try to get them tonight.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/05/09*
Post by: MrMindless on April 10, 2009, 11:35:24 AM
epoxy probably won\'t hold. zipties are a bit redneck but I\'ve had really good luck with fan shrouds....
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/05/09*
Post by: Dragon on April 10, 2009, 11:53:04 AM
Most motorcyclists use JB Weld, and swear by it. Cycle fairings take a lot of stress, so maybe this would work for the mounts?
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/05/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 10, 2009, 12:10:38 PM
I\'ll try the JB Weld. Worse case scenario it doesn\'t work. Thanks for the idea.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/05/09*
Post by: smichaelR22 on April 11, 2009, 12:56:00 AM
take the smallest drill bit you have and drill a few holes on either side of the fracture. stitch together with wire or strong thread. coat in epoxy. i use kevlar and CA glue alot of times. the mechanical bond of the stitches really helps hold together with epoxy too.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/05/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 13, 2009, 11:05:27 AM
I applied the glue on Saturday. Seemed to work pretty well. I might add the string and give it another coat for added security. Thanks for the idea.
On a side note. I did what I could in the short time I had. I made a base for the radiator to sit on, also cut off the brackets for the headlights for more room. I\'m planning to rivet the plastic trim pieces to the hood, and make some brackets to support the headlights from the hood. Don\'t need them when the hood is up, so shouldn\'t be a problem.
Just today I ordered a battery at sears for $54 total. Planning a \"start\" party for next weekend. I\'m dying to hear it purr.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/05/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 16, 2009, 07:55:13 PM
Well, I have a dilemma.
Plan A: My buddy gave me a working Starshifter with the plastic cover and rubber boot. Still going to cost about $70 for the cable and transmission linkage.
Through researching the different B&M shifters, I\'m finding out a gate shifter like the z-gate or sport would be better than a ratchet for rocking out of a hole.
So, plan B would be to buy a brand new z-gate of sport shifter, then sell the starshifter and the brackets for the ford and dodge transmissions. After a good sell, I would roughly be around the same money, but with a new shifter.
Any thoughts?
I won\'t be starting the motor this weekend, have to work Saturday morning, and its going to rain Saturday night. No time for last minute things. Next weekends looking good so far.
Got the measurements for the shocks finally at the computer. Front is 16-21\", and rear is 22-26\" I flexed it with the right rear on a car ramp, and a jack on the u-bolts of the front left. If anyone has some used shocks they have in the scrap pile, i would be happy to take them off your hands.
That\'s it for now. I\'m being very optimistic about this weekend.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 20, 2009, 06:25:01 AM
Got the battery installed. Tried turning over the motor. No fuel or spark yet, so I knew it wouldn\'t start.
It acted as if I was using a weak battery. I have 2 gauge wire from battery to starter, and 2ga for the ground. 12.4 volts at the battery, and 12.4 volts from the starter solenoid to the engine block.
The battery is a Sears plus start battery #56 w/525cca.
Could it be just from sitting its struggling, or is it something worse?
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: JerMan75 on April 20, 2009, 01:57:20 PM
could be mighty dry in that block. would take a few revolutions to get the oil up there and smooth things out.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 20, 2009, 02:01:08 PM
Yeah, I was thinking of squirting some oil down each spark plug hole again and see if the helps. Haven\'t done it since I stored it last fall.
My extra 2100 carb came in the mail from Bath, NY. Hopefully with the 2 carbs I\'ll have 1 good complete carb.
Glenn
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: smichaelR22 on April 20, 2009, 05:27:44 PM
Please tell me you primed the oil pump with a drill before you tried cranking it!
do it with the valve covers off and get it so it pumps all up and lubs everything if you didnt
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 21, 2009, 10:09:23 AM
I see there are a few to choose from to borrow from Autozone. Do you know which one I need for the AMC? I\'m guessing Ford, but not sure. Thanks.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: smichaelR22 on April 21, 2009, 11:54:28 AM
a few what to choose from? im lost.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 21, 2009, 12:00:50 PM
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: smichaelR22 on April 21, 2009, 03:55:02 PM
never herd of an oil primer... cut the handle off an old flat blade screwdriver in a cordless drill long enough to reach the oil pump shaft (with the distributer out) and spin till it kicks and starts to pump. easy.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: Crusarius on April 21, 2009, 06:56:35 PM
smike the oil primer is same thing but it has bushings that keep it centered so it doesn;t slip out.
they are all the same concept. flat blade screwdriver the only differences that I know of are the suze of the bushings to keep it centered in the hole.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 22, 2009, 06:09:14 AM
Well, I learn something new every day. I\'ll go ahead and do that this weekend. Can you believe 80+ degrees?! One way or another I gotta get it running soon!
Glenn
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: gmshades on April 26, 2009, 09:38:43 PM
IT\'S ALIVE!!!
Spent 4 hours last night and 2 hours today. My friend and I finally got it to fire up. Took the valve covers off, and the valves where covered, so we know the oil is flowing. Didn\'t run it long because there is no coolant in it yet. That\'s next weekends project. Runs with the metro\'s key switch.
Another step closer to the 4x4 101 run!
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/20/09*
Post by: gmshades on May 01, 2009, 07:54:34 PM
Wow. Major accomplishment to get it running after sitting 2.5 years, and no comment.
Hopefully get the hoses this weekend and get it to the point of idling.
Glenn
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/26/09*
Post by: JerMan75 on May 02, 2009, 06:41:51 AM
i was going to comment but i was so astounded at your stellar work, i couldnt think of the words to properly express my admiration of your abilities
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/26/09*
Post by: gmshades on May 03, 2009, 07:02:18 PM
Sorry if I sounded harsh. I\'m just excited.
This weekends progress:
We got the motor running better today. All the hoses are on. Then we heard it knocking, pulled the valve covers and pulled out the push rods, and found this: (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/DSCI0017.jpg)
Thats not a big problem, is it? :thumbdown:
Ordering new set of push rods this week.
Glenn
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/26/09*
Post by: MrMindless on May 04, 2009, 08:13:57 AM
oops :(
glad you caught the knock.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/26/09*
Post by: smichaelR22 on May 04, 2009, 09:27:50 AM
awesome progress! whats the history of the motor? is it a fresh build? junkyard swap?
Title: Re: Project: Mengler *update 04/26/09*
Post by: gmshades on May 04, 2009, 07:51:10 PM
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smichaelR22 wrote: awesome progress! whats the history of the motor? is it a fresh build? junkyard swap?
Motor came with the CJ7 when I bought it. I only ran it real quick to hear it run, then I started stripping the frame. I can\'t remember the knock from before.
I thought about rebuilding it, but i didn\'t want to go over my head, and since I heard it run, I thought it would be fine for now and worry about putting money in other places first.
I got all the push rods on order. $1.50 ea. so its a no brainer to replace them all. That\'ll be next weekends project.
Thanks for the replies!
Glenn
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: smichaelR22 on May 04, 2009, 08:10:19 PM
fluids and gaskets can get annoying, i learned alot with my SBC build with it apart and together 3-4 times before i was happy.
good luck!
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: GTJake on May 05, 2009, 07:20:51 AM
great new that its alive!
...wish i could say the same about my jeep right now
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on May 10, 2009, 07:16:31 AM
Well, the push rods weren\'t the only thing bad...
Took out the lifter where the long push rod was, and it was worn so bad on the bottom it blew a hole through it. Bought a new lifter and tried that.
We managed to get it back together and all the valves moved. Started it back up and loud knocking started.
Long story short, 2 piston skirts broke off, no bearing on 2 piston rods. Conclusion - motor blown.
But, same day, my buddy\'s cousin has a 79 wagoneer. Motor purrs like a kitten. So I\'m picking it up for the motor and possibly selling the rest with my blown motor.
Motor comes out today.
To all the mothers, Happy Mothers Day!
Glenn
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: smichaelR22 on May 10, 2009, 12:04:00 PM
bummer that really sucks!
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: MrMindless on May 11, 2009, 08:16:50 AM
ouch!! That really sucks. sounds like there will be a Wagoneer that needs a 6BT Cummins soon ;-)
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on May 13, 2009, 07:45:52 PM
Well, as soon as I get the Wagoneer up to the garage and get the motor out, the Wagoneer will be up for sale. I will get pics when I can.
Both Metro bumpers were installed today. Trying to get more done while waiting on the motor.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on May 28, 2009, 07:46:19 PM
Motor is almost ready to go back in. Just have to get the old manifolds off. Hopefully running again this weekend.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on June 02, 2009, 07:32:40 PM
06-01-09 Motor is in. We almost had it running, then something electrical happened. While cranking it over, no spark. In the run position, it\'ll spark, but since the starter is not engaged it can\'t turn over and start.
06-02-09 Found out it was the distributer.
This project won\'t stop fighting me!
Finally got it running last night. Ran for 5 minutes. Then BOOM.
Distributor gear failed. Now I have to tear down the front, get the pieces out, buy a new gear and try again.
06-03-09 Front of the motor torn down to the timing cover. New cam gear and dizzy gear ordered from quadratec, along with a full set of gaskets for the front. Soon as they are in hopefully get it back together.
I\'ll keep you guys posted.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: smichaelR22 on June 03, 2009, 06:54:55 AM
man this sounds worse than my first small block \"learning\" experience.
hope you get it going soon!
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on June 03, 2009, 08:06:19 PM
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smichaelR22 wrote: man this sounds worse than my first small block \"learning\" experience.
hope you get it going soon!
I\'m definitely learning a lot about motors and how they work. I guess that\'s one good thing about it. Up til this point the most I ever done was the intake on the Tahoe.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on June 07, 2009, 05:50:15 PM
Got the steering welded in this weekend! Also reinstalled the drive shafts. Hopefully the gears come in early this week and get the motor fired up.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on June 10, 2009, 08:50:17 PM
After taking the timing cover off, I noticed the timing chain was real sloppy. New timing gear set should be here by Friday, and get it back together this weekend.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on June 14, 2009, 03:06:56 AM
Status Report:
RUNNING! Nice and smooth! Had it running all afternoon yesterday. 50psi oil pressure.
All that is left now is to bleed the brakes, and I can drive it. Then just have to make the firewall so it is trail ready.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on June 14, 2009, 04:58:15 PM
Just got home from taking it for a test drive. I was so tempted to hammer down, but I just took it slow.
I finally can take a sigh of relief!
If anyone has a video camera and wants to video it next weekend for me, let me know. It\'s in Bloomfield/Bristol now on route 20a about a mile from the intersection of 64 and 20a on the right.
All it needs now to be trail-ready is a firewall.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: smichaelR22 on June 15, 2009, 06:19:08 AM
awesome! howabout some paint and an exo? :)
any updated pics?
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on June 15, 2009, 01:58:24 PM
I\'ll get some pics tomorrow.
Paint is going to be camouflage. I got 5 cans at autozone for a penny a piece! 2 - Flat black, 2 - olive grean, 1 - tan.
IF ANYONE IS AN ARTIST OR GOOD AT PAINTING CAMO, you are MORE THAN WELCOME TO PAINT IT! I\'m no artist, so it\'ll look like crap.
Exocage is next year\'s project. This year is slow and steady to enjoy it.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: smichaelR22 on June 16, 2009, 07:54:41 AM
NEAT.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: MrMindless on June 16, 2009, 02:25:50 PM
I think I\'d have made it a 10? paint job, 5 cans isn\'t much to cover a whole car. But it\'s sure not much of a gamble!
Cool.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: fedrusion on June 17, 2009, 07:47:49 AM
Post a request on craigslist to have someone come out and grafiti camo paint the body.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on June 21, 2009, 11:09:20 AM
Lastest shots from 06-21-09 (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/DSCI0037.jpg) (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/DSCI0038.jpg) 360 Motor (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/DSCI0031.jpg) Steering (http://i7.photobucket.com/albums/y278/gmshades/Jeep%20project/DSCI0032.jpg)
Will have videos on youtube tomorrow.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on June 22, 2009, 04:25:28 PM
Here\'s the official 1st video for your entertainment!
Metro 4x4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=blsZlOfp97o)
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on June 29, 2009, 02:54:25 PM
Slowly getting the bugs out. The CJ7 brakes bleed either the easy way, or the hard way. Mine decided the hard way. The proportioning valve is stuck, so I only have rear brakes. Hopefully working that out this week.
We did a radiator flush to get the cleaner out and fresh coolant in. Also in progress of making a custom shroud for it to help the electric fans keep it cool.
Other than that, its a matter of a completed firewall, fender flares installed, and figuring out a gas pedal.
I\'ll keep ya posted.
**MENGLER WILL BE AT JUNE MEETING AROUND 5:30, SO COME EARLY TO CHECK IT OUT!!**
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on July 05, 2009, 01:31:35 PM
Cleaned out the proportioning valve. The front brakes worked, but I still didn\'t have good brakes. So I took the advice from people on the Jeep Forum and bought a \'79 Corvette master cylinder. The brakes lock up now. I recommend it to anyone.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: smichaelR22 on July 05, 2009, 05:53:40 PM
how much did you pay? autozone says 89$?
ouch.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on July 17, 2009, 04:51:12 PM
I paid $20 for a reman.
Working on the firewall this weekend. Will post pics.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on August 04, 2009, 02:21:33 PM
Firewall is complete! now just have to get the interior reinstalled.
Looking forward to the manchester sand drags Sept. 13th!
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on August 19, 2009, 03:49:48 PM
Interior is in. The glue didn\'t stick to well to the headliner, so I have to take it back out and reglue it.
Gas peddle installed-makes driving this thing 100 times better!
Core support fabricated and installed. Now my hood is tied down with hood pins, and my radiator is secured.
Only thing now is to put in the rubber fenderwells, and she\'s ready!
One thing though, front tow points. I have the brackets for the towbar centered on the frame. 1/4\" thick, and 2\" space between them so my strap fits perfect. I was wondering if I could use them for recovery?
I could put the 2 GM tow hooks on the outside of the frame in the front, but I\'m afraid the tires will hit them. If I need to, I will install them though. Just want your input.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: Wingman on August 19, 2009, 04:57:26 PM
Make sure you consider side loading for those inevitable side pulls. Seems like you\'ll want something more...
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on August 27, 2009, 03:58:39 PM
Installed a rugged ridge steering box bracket and brace. Took a little fudging, but got it installed! Will test it out tomorrow and see if all the slop in the steering is gone.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: ollllllo on November 23, 2009, 05:11:12 PM
i was looking at your youtube video, and came across this. its pretty cool. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j89gCCuA57o hope to see you out on the trail. good luck!
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on December 14, 2009, 03:06:06 PM
Since the motor was smoking pretty bad, I took it out of the car for the winter.
Just torn down the motor upper end this past weekend. All the cylinder walls have a lip on them at the top.
I took the heads tonight to have them looked at. Will know tomorrow the story on them.
Now I just have to win the lottery to get the motor bored out.
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: ollllllo on December 14, 2009, 03:52:52 PM
check out my friend john @ BAP racing engines. they are on brighton henn townline rd tell them erik jokinen gave you his name. 4244131. they mostly do race engines so winter time is a little slower. good luck!
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: MrMindless on December 15, 2009, 05:25:28 AM
You might want to talk with Vic at Ontario Engine and Machine too. He\'s done some machining and driveline work for a few of us and he\'s a real great guy to work with. http://www.ontarioengine.com/
Title: Re: Project: Mengler
Post by: gmshades on May 20, 2010, 08:55:19 PM
