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JimLev replied to a thread Wiring Routing at the Transmission in Electrical - 33 HotRod

Yesterday I decided to strip off almost all of the plastic corrugated tubing on the drivers side of the tranny and wrap it with cloth tape like I did...

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08-14-2018, 08:28 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Battery options and questions. in Electrical - 33 HotRod

I went on NAZ's recommendation and bought the PC925 for my 6.2 L LS3. If your going to mount it under the trunk just in front of the diff make sure...

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08-14-2018, 07:02 AM

JimLev replied to a thread JimLev's Build in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

Got the radiator connected to the LS3 engine. Had to use a swivel connection for the t-stat housing as the LS3 housing points the wrong way. All of...

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08-09-2018, 09:22 PM

JimLev replied to a thread JimLev's Build in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

Today I filled and bled the brakes, used my pressure bleeder with a vacuum bleeder on the calipers. Next I wired up the trinary switch to the...

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08-09-2018, 09:14 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Steering Column in Suspension, Steering and Brakes - 33 HotRod

With the button head on the left side my pedal does clear it. Today I filled the system with fluid, used a pressure bleeder on the reservoirs with a...

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08-08-2018, 10:10 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Love that chopped top look.... in '33 Hot Rod

I like it too, but for that much chop it should be sectioned too.

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08-08-2018, 10:04 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Steering Column in Suspension, Steering and Brakes - 33 HotRod

I used some button head allens and washers. Hope to have brake fluid in the system tomorrow so I can answer that question.

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08-08-2018, 05:44 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Information Overload :The Baby's Nursery Is Getting Ready in Roadster

The floor looks great, do as q4stix suggested and finish the rest before ALL the boxes and car arrive. I epoxied the floors (3 bays), painted the...

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08-08-2018, 05:31 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Kit 075 Restart in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

Nice, where'd ya get them?

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08-08-2018, 09:41 AM

JimLev replied to a thread Another Reincarnation photo contest entry in General Discussions

Done

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08-08-2018, 09:00 AM

JimLev replied to a thread Scott's "Get r Done" Build in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

I bought a few assorted packages of nuts, bolts, washers, etc. You can never have too many of them. You'll find that some of the FFR hardware is SAE...

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08-07-2018, 11:40 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Ebrake mounting on hotrod question in '33 Hot Rod

Rychi1, see the it's in post 146. https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/showthread.php?26821-JimLev-s-Build/page4 I bolted a 1/4" aluminum plate to...

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08-07-2018, 08:45 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Kit 075 Restart in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

Nothing wrong with a SBC, the heartbeat of America. SBF are OK too.

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08-07-2018, 04:14 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Wallace18's 35 Hot Rod Pickup in Build Threads - '35 Hot Rod Truck

Nice flat torque curve. Excellent exhaust noise!

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08-07-2018, 02:49 PM

JimLev replied to a thread JimLev's Build in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

Same here Andy. I have a mental total in my head, just not waiting for my wife to ask what I'm up to. It's around $45k with the new LS3, tranny,...

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08-05-2018, 08:39 PM

JimLev replied to a thread #998 Build Page in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

The spare clutch pedal for the gas pedal. I haven't mounted mine yet, hope to have that done this week.

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08-04-2018, 05:33 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Wiring Routing at the Transmission in Electrical - 33 HotRod

I have some insulation on the battery cable and the fuel lines (supply and return) that runs on the pass side of the tranny. The cable going to the...

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08-04-2018, 09:13 AM

JimLev replied to a thread Ignition switch question in '33 Hot Rod

The orange/EFI wire should only have power on it when the key is in run or start. Put your volt meter + lead (or test light) on the orange wire on...

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08-03-2018, 04:49 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Wiring Routing at the Transmission in Electrical - 33 HotRod

I've got the wiring attached with clips to both sides of the tranny as low as I could get it. I'm still working on the rest of the wiring. I've got...

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08-02-2018, 02:18 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Dan's 33 Build in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

Dan, have your 2 sons do all of the low work. My knees, ankles, and feet are killing me, lol.

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08-02-2018, 08:40 AM

JimLev replied to a thread Ignition switch question in '33 Hot Rod

Does your orange/EFI coil wire still have power when you turn the key off?

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08-01-2018, 09:32 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Dan's 33 Build in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

Dan, welcome to the '33 club. My Hotrod 1047 arrived the end of this last Feb. I have the chassis almost done, just need to finish some wiring,...

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08-01-2018, 09:18 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Frame Paint Recommendations? in Roadster

I had my Hotrod chassis powder coated. I've painted and powder may parts over the years, powder coating alway came out better and was a LOT more...

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08-01-2018, 11:01 AM

JimLev replied to a thread Ignition switch question in '33 Hot Rod

I'd have to guess either the switch is wired wrong, the wires are labeled wrong, or the switch is bad. I'm sure you probably already checked the...

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07-31-2018, 10:27 PM

JimLev replied to a thread RTV on bottom of floor to frame??? in '33 Hot Rod

Larry, I used DEI insulation on the bottom of the floors and the DEI gold stuff above the mufflers. All of my exhaust pipes are wrapped so I...

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07-30-2018, 09:42 PM

JimLev replied to a thread RTV on bottom of floor to frame??? in '33 Hot Rod

Thanks Dave, today I riveted the panels to the frame using RTV silicon sealant.

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07-30-2018, 09:33 PM

JimLev replied to a thread JimLev's Build in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

That sounds like a nice way to do it. However when I ordered my car I didn't know about the Can-Bus gauges. Now that I have looked into them I...

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07-29-2018, 09:18 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Tampa33Build in Build Threads - 33 HotRod

Nice job Tamps33. I'm getting ready to install the AC and heater lines. Is there enough room between the frame and body to run the 4 lines outside of...

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07-28-2018, 07:36 AM

JimLev started a thread Bump steer info in General Discussions

Thought some of you may be interested in reading this. https://www.lsxmag.com/tech-stories/brakes-suspension/how-to-measure-bumpsteer/

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07-27-2018, 08:58 PM

JimLev replied to a thread Ground Clearance ? in Suspension, Steering and Brakes - 33 HotRod

I just mounted the radiator and grill the other day, don't have the corrugated hose on yet. The bottom of the grill to the floor measures 6.5". The...

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