Recent content by Gus

Yep, thanks. I am rapidly moving towards Hide'm welt I think.

I'm attempting this same metal 2-piece trim on the rear of my 29 Tudor and it's proving a real pain in the proverbial. I managed the front because it is a reasonably simple curve, but the rear bends in two directions. Any tips from someone that has had success before? Bending the top cap is the...

I did the same as Fred but used a small curved hand-file to expand the hole. I had the apron fitted and didn't have a hole-saw. Bracket fitted, from the underside I drilled a small hole up through the bracket, then used a step drill from above to get the hole as big as possible before filing...

Hi Chris, I need some tips on bending the trim pieces that go along the front and rear ends of the fabric. Did you have to tackle this job? I have new trim pieces. Thanks, Gus

I also have the two-piece trim strips for front and rear of the Tudor top ex Snyders. Has anyone got any tips for bending these to fit? I see a thread for the gutters that uses a plywood sandwich to prevent buckling. But the rear trim is 3 dimensional so seems like a whole lot trickier. Anyone...

Thanks, I like easy! I plan to cut and prep them, then separate the pieces and get them painted black before final fitting. Did you need a screw at each end?

I'm about to tackle exactly that Warren. Any tips? Gus in NZ

I took the gen (powerhouse) out yesterday and you were quite right, the commutator was slightly out of true. Not much but enough for me to see when I spun it by hand. It didn't measure out of round either so I suspect the shaft is the culprit, I lapped the conical mounting surfaces but that...

Thanks guys, very helpful. I'll start with the gen and go from there. I'll let you know what weird and wonderful things I find. Gus

Righto, before I chase this electrical problem, I thought I would ask for advice. Has anyone seen an ammeter charge decrease as engine rpm increases? It runs fine, ammeter responds to lights and horn correctly, 8 amps at fast idle. When I get up to cruising speed I noticed the ammeter dropped...

I like your light. Do you happen to know the specs of the LEDs you used? Lumens? MCD? I want to make something similar as a lightbar in the back window. Do you have a 6 volt pos ground? Thanks

Thanks for your expertise guys. V helpful as always.

Thanks for the thoughts. I Think I'll stick with original materials and enjoy the authentic ride. Hog ring pliers sound like the next purchase. Thanks again.

Yep. Full interior kit including the seat covers. I was just wondering if I could improve the comfort without changing the original look? Gus

Hi all, I'm waiting for my LB kit to arrive for my 29 Tudor but in the meantime I'm getting the seat springs prepared. I haven't really driven an A much....any tips or tricks on prepping the seats before I cover them? Modern padding under the original upholstery? Checking spring tension? I have...