Bill tries out a custom set of spark plug wires for #ProjectBeepBeep.
Thanks for reading.
Tim
#ProjectSportsRoof
#ProjectBeepBeep
Bill tries out a custom set of spark plug wires for #ProjectBeepBeep.
Thanks for reading.
Tim
#ProjectSportsRoof
#ProjectBeepBeep
Bill takes a look at MOPAR Body Bumper Kit for #ProjectBeepBeep and shows a common mistake made when a car is painted.
Oh, if you were wondering how BeepBeep’s seats came out after the “restuffing” (:^O) here’s a shot. AWESOME.
Thanks for reading.
Tim
Welcome back to #ProjectBeepBeep!
Bill is going from bumper to bumper over his 1968 Road Runner and taking care the things that need attention.
This time he’s looking at the floors, seats and rear side panels as well as smoothing out the quarter windows regulators.
Consider using the proper tools when you remove upholstery panels.
Here Bill is giving us a quick look at the issues with the seats and how to transport them safely.
Thanks for view the blog!! Bill will be back soon and maybe after I get these 600 7th and 8th Graders’s papers graded I’ll get some time for #ProjectSportsRoof.
Tim
Thanks for check back on #ProjectBeepBeep, Bill’s 1968 Plymouth RoadRunner!!!
After getting the brake converted Bill has been tackling some other little projects. Take a look at the splash shield and antenna mini-projects:
Super nice work, Bill!!!!
And more little projects coming up!!
Thanks for reading.
Tim
Welcome back to the #ProjectBeepBeep. We are still following Bill’s progress on the front disc brake conversion for his 68 Plymouth Road Runner.
Did I say this is the final chapter? Well….
“I had to call in an expert; fellow I work with is a Mechanical Engineer and used to work as a Porsche/BMW mechanic before and during college. Together we got the wheels on the ground in about two hours. He recommended a last-ditch effort with the brake lines; we tightened all lines until the tube nuts were deformed. Also found an off center flare on one of the brake lines and he had a machine that fabricated the new line. Difficult to bleed; we bled the system 11 times (I counted) and went through lots of brake fluid (almost two quarts).
Took BeepBeep to the MOPAR show at Larry Miller Dodge almost immediately after getting the wheels on the ground! Car stops on a dime and gives you nine cents change. Don’t miss power assist at all. This car will STOP!
Check it out:
I need an alignment next, but otherwise I really have no other problems to report. Everything working; oil PSI is 35 at idle, 55 at running down the road, and temp was a tick under 195F all day long.
Time to enjoy this ride!”
Bill, thanks for the all the video and the tips you given the reader!
Looking forward to your next ‘little’ project on BeepBeep.
Tim
Welcome back to #ProjectBeepBeep!
Bill is trying to finish up this the disc brake conversion and as things happen when you are dealing with our mechanical best friends, when you think its ready to go, things go south.
Look for the discussion on Dot 3 and Dot 5 brake fluid and tips for creating your own brake bleeding system. And keep an eye out for DIY master cylinder bench bleeding tubes.
All excellent to note!! Oh…and dig out that jack!!!
Lots more coming up on Project BeepBeep, so check back often.
Thanks for reading.
Tim
Welcome back to #ProjectBeepBeep.
The 68 RoadRunner now has it brake lines installed and it’s ready for some fluid….or is it?
Bill takes us through the lines installed.
(Yes, I know it’s 1968 RoadRunner not a ’69)
Lots more coming up for #ProjectBeepBeep.
Thanks for check back in!!!
Tim
Introducing #ProjectBeepBeep – Code H 1968 Road Runner
Project BeepBeep – ’68 Road Runner -Disc Break Conversion Part 2
Project BeepBeep – ’68 RoadRunner – Door Panel Tips
Project BeepBeep – 68 RoadRunner – Disc Brake Conversion Part 5 and Some Dash Work
That’s a question I’ve gotten on other social media avenues and there is a good answer.
At this age I made a decision to make a career change. Up at age of 58 and after 20 plus years as information technology guy (last position as Director of IT) I resigned and began the quest to make a move that I’ve always wanted to make. So, it was back to college for a few courses and heavy-duty studying to pass certification exams – passed on the second attempt.
That’s where I’ve been. Now I begin my new career as a High School teacher and that kicks off with my first teaching position at a charter school. Things get rolling mid-July.
Now that will be a busy time but I’m comfortable with having spare time to keep working on my projects.
So, here’s what is coming up:
Bill has finished #ProjectBeepBeep disc brake conversion and we even have a video with it in motion!!!!
#ProjectSportsRoof has been…languishing a bit but I have a new transmission jack and I’ll be back to it in the next week…right now it going to be about 120 degrees, so not idea weather for working on the beast.
More #AutoFactoids coming up and some new stuff I have planned.
Thanks for checking back with us!!!
Tim
68 Ply RoadRunner (ProjectBeepBeep) Dash Update – YouTube
Average Guy’s Car Restorations, Mods, and Racing
Bill is getting soooooooooo close to having ProjectBeepBeep on the road again. This update takes a look at the brake actuator rod.
California Proposition 65 Warning: This product contains a chemical(s) known to the state of California to cause cancer.
More coming up shortly on the brake lines installation.
Thanks for checking in!!
Tim
Welcome back to #ProjectBeepBeep. Thanks for checking in on the progress of Bill’s 1968 Plymouth Road Runner.
If you recall mixed in with some brake updates, Bill mentioned that he had sent out the circuit board for a restored. Here is an update on the status of the dash.
Next up an update on the disc brake conversion – almost done!!!
Sounds like Bill will be on the road in no time.
Thanks for reading.
Tim