Casey Family Build Thread (coupe)

**xlr8or** · 05-26-2015, 11:43 PM

Nice hat.

**MRSQSL** · 05-27-2015, 10:02 AM

Thanks. I wear the hat often.

I thought we were going to get home early enough Monday to work on the car, but alas it didn't happen. I was also misinformed about this big buy we did. I thought that was the bulk of what we needed and would be, at the very least, enough to get started on removing the engine to begin the reinstalling the engine process. It turns out we are still missing something. I don't remember what he said it was. Maybe a flex plate (whatever that is). So I was clearly annoyed and irritable after this proclamation and I haven't become fully ungrumpy yet.

On a much happier note, my bling arrived!!!!!!!!!!!!! It's so pretty. My favorite is the long slender piece that appears to hold everything on. So pretty! I may not look much better, but I wasn't crying or wearing a "hat" or holding a bear or in jammies, so I expect fewer pats on the back for Mike for posting hideous pictures.

**QSL** · 05-29-2015, 02:42 PM

Pics

**68GT500MAN** · 05-29-2015, 03:41 PM

It even shines in the dark!

**MRSQSL** · 05-29-2015, 03:56 PM

Isn't it the most beautiful thing you've ever seen?!

**Garry Bopp** · 05-29-2015, 04:42 PM

Major league bling!

Garry

**hgcars** · 05-29-2015, 08:53 PM

I'm noticing what looks like an AR upper in pic number three.

Harold

**Hankl** · 05-30-2015, 05:23 AM

With a buffer and recoil spring.

Hank

**NukeMMC** · 05-30-2015, 09:21 AM

Originally Posted by Hankl

With a buffer and recoil spring.

Hank

Looks like someone is putting a carbine-length together, for sure.
One recommendation - Froglube
My M4gery and MK12 have never felt so smooth and cleaned up so easily.

**dspellman** · 05-30-2015, 02:59 PM

Pic 4 - Klingon?

**QSL** · 06-01-2015, 11:50 AM

Yes, that is our sons AR project. Yankee hill upper with Swat lower and a lot of little goodies. Getting it ready for its paint job. But its been sitting on the kitchen table for a couple months. Been too busy!!!

**cozmacozmy** · 06-04-2015, 12:10 AM

A family that shoots together stays together.

**Winchester67** · 06-19-2015, 05:56 PM

Longtime car guy, new to kit cars. Just wanted to say how much I have enjoyed looking over this build thread. You guys are doing an awesome job...thanks for sharing with the rest of us.

**MRSQSL** · 06-19-2015, 06:41 PM

Awww! Thanks!!!! Hopefully we can get back to actually building again in the next couple weeks.

**SoCalMike** · 06-20-2015, 08:13 PM

I haven't been over to help so i'm pretty sure thats the reason the car hasn't been finished. LOL

Mike

**MRSQSL** · 06-22-2015, 10:56 AM

Exactly!

**ticopow** · 07-16-2015, 11:45 AM

Whoa... I am caught up? I have mixed feelings about that. Firstly you two and your family are amazing! the 2 cars, the cabin, the guns? I think we would get along very well... the bad news is that I am halfway across the world, the good news is that I am returning sometime in August so I can go learn and help on the car, the cabin, or whatever

. (I live in Moreno Valley at the moment).

But yeah, great job on both cars, I hope one day when I build mine it is half as nice!

Ill let you know when I'm back so I can possibly go help out!

Looks great, I'm patiently waiting for the next update!

**MRSQSL** · 07-16-2015, 02:03 PM

I'm glad you are patient.

The next update is probably not going to be for several weeks (at a minimum). The foundation on the cabin is occupying a good chunk of our spare time right now (if you haven't read that thread it's floating around in off topic somewhere). I'm also a little grumpy about working on cars when it is so stinking hot. I haven't talked it over with Mike, but I'm thinking I'd like to invite people over when we pull the engine. I'm just not very helpful and I hate watching that part. Would be nice to have several people who know what they are doing helping out. I can't imagine Mike wants to pull an engine with just me for support anyway. I'll make sure to post a big, loud, obnoxious invitation when the time comes. Be careful with your halfway across the world adventures!!

**xlr8or** · 07-21-2015, 11:47 PM

Let us know when Julie. I'll help out anytime.

**MRSQSL** · 07-22-2015, 09:57 AM

Thank you!!!!

**MRSQSL** · 08-20-2015, 10:40 AM

October 4. Mark your calendars. It is the Coupey Engine Pulling Party. I'll have more details as it gets closer, but please come on by and help (or supervise).

**xlr8or** · 08-20-2015, 02:44 PM

Calendar Marked.

**MRSQSL** · 08-20-2015, 02:52 PM

I need a like button. You have no idea how excited I am. Yay!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Coupey will get some attention. Mike and I get to see people we really like. There will be food and drinks. Can the day get any better?

**Rodster** · 08-20-2015, 03:50 PM

Shoot. Bad timing on my side. I am out of town that weekend. But I really do want to come. Let us know when the engine install party is.

**David Hodgkins** · 08-20-2015, 03:59 PM

I'm IN (unless wifey says I'm out). It's the day after Zoil's Snake Garden party, right?

**MRSQSL** · 08-20-2015, 04:48 PM

Yes. Day after the serpent deal. We are going so we won't be at the cabin that weekend. Made sense to do something car related on Sunday. If the wife says no, buy some flowers and try again. She may not enjoy it, but you are welcome to bring her. Wives are always welcome.

Rodster - you should cancel your plans and come over instead. It'll be more fun than whatever you have going on.

**cobrajj** · 08-20-2015, 09:34 PM

I'm planning to be there. Jim

**Pedalmasher** · 08-24-2015, 09:46 PM

I'm in - It's on my calendar

Haven't been on this forum for a while - I'll have to catch up.. Derrick

**ticopow** · 09-13-2015, 05:14 PM

I should be there doing my best to not get in the way!

**MRSQSL** · 09-14-2015, 11:12 AM

I still haven't picked an official time, but it won't be too early or too late. With such a great group, maybe we can get some other stuff done too (if anyone is willing of course). I'm super excited. Thank you all!!!!!!

**xlr8or** · 09-15-2015, 08:03 PM

Anything but sanding.

**Pedalmasher** · 09-16-2015, 10:37 AM

Originally Posted by MRSQSL

I still haven't picked an official time, but it won't be too early or too late. With such a great group, maybe we can get some other stuff done too (if anyone is willing of course). I'm super excited. Thank you all!!!!!!

Bacon/egg/cheese sandwiches?

**MRSQSL** · 09-16-2015, 10:50 AM

Scott claims sanding. Perfect.

I don't know what time yet. If it's morning, you can definitely be in charge of sandwiches. If it's afternoon...pizza or BBQ? I'll let you all know after I discuss with Mike. If anyone has any opinions on time, feel free to speak up.

**Pedalmasher** · 09-16-2015, 11:04 AM

I would prefer earlier (than later)... DV

**cobrajj** · 09-16-2015, 04:53 PM

I also would prefer morning to beat the heat.

**MRSQSL** · 09-24-2015, 02:58 PM

How about 9:00 (a.m.) and breakfast will be served? Derrick, you and I need to discuss food. I'll PM you.

**David Hodgkins** · 09-25-2015, 10:10 AM

Do you have brake and fuel hardlines installed yet?

**QSL** · 09-25-2015, 11:06 AM

brake yes, fuel, no.

Trying to decide to do before party or during. I know they need to be in before final fit. Going to look over car sunday night and see what needs to be done in preparation. Really appreciate everyone coming!!!

**Pedalmasher** · 09-25-2015, 11:28 AM

If you're looking for a place to find good fuel line tubing - - I know a guy..

**cobrajj** · 09-25-2015, 01:17 PM

9:00 am sounds good, if that works for everybody.

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