Day 29

Well, I've had the past few days off and had made good progress on the car.  Here are some more pictures of the painted pan and parts.

I also assembled the steering box, filled it up with gear oil, and currently testing it for leaks.  I still need to do a final adjustment on it before it is ready to be put on the beam.

I assembled the pedal cluster, but it got late and I got frustrated.  I should have stopped, I didn't.  Anyway, it is together, but not as pretty as I'd like.  I found another pedal cluster for $20 shipped to me and am going to go over it and try to put together a better example of pedals.  I just can't let it slip by...

I also install the shift rod and lubed up it's mounting point.

And today, I had a guy come over to quote me a price for a 220v outlet.  We'll see what he says.

I also started inventory for my parts to see what I have and what I need.  I kept it just pan related for now as that's obviously my primary concern.

nice living room, right?

Yesterday I went to a "real" hardware store in order to find grease fittings for several parts on the car.  These fittings aren't very typical and this store had a great selection.  While I was there, I quickly realized that I had been transported back to the 1950's and this was an old tyme hardware store.  It is a bit of a drive and a bit more expensive, but the selection and CUSTOMER SERVICE is the best.  I'll be going back for sure.

Finally, after doing my inventory I placed my first parts order!  $1420 credit card dollars later, I have enough parts coming to keep me busy for a while.

I go to training at the end of the month and mom visits for a few days, so progress may be slow but I'd rather have parts waiting for me than visa-versa. :)