The Reenmachine DOHC '67 Shelby Clone Convertible Progress

[reenmachine]

Any chance you could post a clear shot of the Brake booster/MC setup with the engine in?

Soon. I've jumped ship from the hydroboost and am trying out a new power brake system that uses a remote electric hydraulic pump and accumulator. Lots of boost and like 20 stops after any loss of power. The pump assembly mounts remotely, making for a cleaner engine compartment.

 

[gsxrken]

Re: the hydroboost departure, Details please!
You are the first I've read to switch directions on this particular mod, and I'm curious why.
I've heard the electric pumps are loud and don't do the job.

 

[65mistress]

I picked up the seats from the upholstery shop yesterday and they're magnificent. SCAT Procar Elites were the foundation, but the foam and upholstery is completely redone to follow the lines and style of '67 Shelby seats.

Ok, these are sweet. I don't know if you said who did the upholstery, but who did it? These are awesome.

 

[reenmachine]

Re: the hydroboost departure, Details please!
You are the first I've read to switch directions on this particular mod, and I'm curious why.
I've heard the electric pumps are loud and don't do the job.

I've seen this particular pump setup in action and was impressed enough to want to give it a try. Very quiet, and it produced a lot of pressure in a stable fashion. They had a pressure gauge hooked up to it so you could see the actual performance. I'm going to mount it in the wheelwell and protect in such a way as to reduce noise. I will of course post pics.

 

[reenmachine]

Ok, these are sweet. I don't know if you said who did the upholstery, but who did it? These are awesome.

They were done by 1st Upholstery in Tempe, AZ. I'm taking two other sets there this week for other cars -- after sitting in them in the convertible it's the only seat I'll ever use. In addition to doing the upholstery, they improved the foam, making them feel just awesome.

 

[reenmachine]

Here's a pic of the wiring in the console. Ended up with 25 wires needing to come out, even after consolidating grounds, power wires, lighting wires, etc. I terminated them all at connectors to make everything easier to get in and out.

 

[reenmachine]

Here are some pics of how the interior is coming out.

 

[TyMeFlAmE]

What stereo do you have in there?

 

[65mistress]

That looks really clean, you're going to be able to tell that you took your time and did it right.

Awesome work.

 

[67FBack]

On this car, I'm using the VB2 MAX everywhere. It's like using Dynamat Extreme everywhere. I put it on the firewall, floors, inside the doors, etc.

On the blue fastback I'm using their multi-stage system, which consists of a spray and two different types of mat depending on the location.

On the green fastback I'm using Lizard Skin (spray everywhere).

After these three are on the road I'll know what's the best compromise between performance and PITA factor.

And the answer is .....

Cost/PITA Factor/Performance

Is the Lizard Skin a hard or soft finish?

 

[reenmachine]

And the answer is .....

Cost/PITA Factor/Performance

Is the Lizard Skin a hard or soft finish?

I'd say medium.

You can make a mark in it with your fingernail, but it's certainly not rubbing off or otherwise coming off. They claim that you can bend a coated piece of sheet metal 90 degrees and it will not crack or split.

 

[reenmachine]

What stereo do you have in there?

It's a Kenwood AM/FM/CD/MP3/Sirius unit. The face flips open and the CD slot is behind it.

 

[BLK91LX1uponu]

I'd say medium.

You can make a mark in it with your fingernail, but it's certainly not rubbing off or otherwise coming off. They claim that you can bend a coated piece of sheet metal 90 degrees and it will not crack or split.

I have been using the Lizard Skin for a little over two years now at my shop. I think it's the best product out there. It will definetly stretch... I had a pice of aluminum sprayed with it and you could bend it multiple times without it coming apart. I sprayed the engine compartment on a 59 chevy Apache truck we restomoded. We sanded it smooth and painted body color over it with no problems. The lizard skin is also bio degradeable and will wash off with water before its cured. Once its cured you can pick it with your nail but thats it. It would take a heat gun and some good elbo grease to remove it.
Here is a shot of me spraying it out.

Here is after primer.

And after paint.

The clear plastic on the side fenders is Mylar to help prevent scratches while I am working on the engine compartment.

 

[Edbert]

GAH! You covered up the distributor's "hole"!

 

[65mistress]

Nah, they went with the new hydro-electrical power distributed electrical system. I heard that they're all the rage in Paris this year.

 

[reenmachine]

Been working on the green fastback lately -- check it out here:

http://www.reenmachine.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=116

It's being built as more of a "driver" and it will be a riot to drive.

Anyway, I re-hung the 'vert's fenders and nose and it will be off to the body shop soon to have the panels realigned, gaps set, stripes done, etc.

The latest pics really give you an idea of what it will look like done:

 

[deadonarrival]

Pete, both cars look great, hopefully one of my times going through flag, I an see them in person.

 

[BLK91LX1uponu]

GAH! You covered up the distributor's "hole"!

No! I just didn't use the whole saw yet. lol

 

[BLK91LX1uponu]

Nah, they went with the new hydro-electrical power distributed electrical system. I heard that they're all the rage in Paris this year.

Good thing I don't live there. lol

 

[65mistress]

Holy Smokes Reen, the cars are looking great. Now I just need to save enough money to get one of them and I'll be a happy man.
Great work