'52 Hornet restoration

super651 wrote:

Ray,Looking Good may look better than Black Beauty. Pal Rudy

THANKS RUDY...

Ray wrote:

Thank you all for part I.D. and interest…



I now remember removing part from rear floor, as I did with all parts we’ll sand blast and paint...Other than carpet, headliner, side panels and under dash area; seats are upholstered and ready to install, vinyl dashboard looks great and with other side of dash being wood grained should look better. During my three week trip to Eastern Europe, things slowed down; then last week I had my house painted and new aluminum patio installed causing additional delay. I believe logistically I have all required parts necessary to complete restoration. Received almost every rubber piece ordered from K-Gap and will start to install inner fenders; hood and fenders already sprayed and also ready to install. About 70% of new wire harness in place, Vintage A/C unit shouldn’t represent a problem…Because we are using universal window wiper kit, held off on chrome plating windshield bezels, now that problem is resolved, I’ll bring bezels to plating shop on Tuesday.



Reference ETA, because coordinating of upholstery mechanic to make 90 mile trip it’s hard to pin down scheduling, also Allen has many other projects requiring his time, therefore it’s hard to pin down ETA...If everything would work out smoothly, I am hoping car could be completed before end of July? Returning this Wednesday and will post additional pictures with any updates, also I’d appreciate anyone with a Hornet coupe to send me a picture of passenger side rear panel or post where curtsey light bezel is installed. Once again thanks for interest and you all enjoy long Memorial Day weekend.



Ray

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Received my classic car Happy Birthday greeting on May 27th and went to work on my car same day...Nothing is easy or goes according to scheduled plans, my upholstery mechanic didn't show up to work on headliner and make door patterns...As I never received any earlier requested pictures for installation of rear bezel courtesy switch, I decided to go by memory (which at 72 isn't great) and install under passenger side rear panel. Then we were going to work on front end suspension, after checking more closely the last individual shoddy mechanic much have forced and stripped long 5/11x11 long bolts and in small town like Logandale, NV., no chance to purchase new ones which I ordered yesterday to bring next week, couldn't believe each grade 5 bolt costs $11.30.

Did manage to accomplish installing front/rear window hardware and 4 pieces of new Solar tinted flat glass, however because of overlook on my part I didn’t have vertical vent window rubber gasket, therefore couldn’t complete installation of vent window. Luckily I called K-Gap (Kaylene) and she is putting in the mail as I write, not knowing I ordered from K-Gap, Allen also ordered a pair from Metro Rubber, so now I have two pair which I’ll add to Hudson parts I’ll offer for sale or trade.

Also installed pork chops, trunk Hornet, door handles, locks and a little of the stainless, didn’t like rear trunk (sticking) lock, therefore didn’t install trunk emblem, so I am taking to lock smith to re-key today. I have most of the old stainless steel (see pictures) retainers, but want to use some other ways to secure trim. On the upper doors from Kentucky Company we decided to use part number AP 19686 Au-Ce-Co Universal Moulding # 10-24 clips, for belt line stainless I am going to cut and use retainers I received from K-Gap. I would to learn from others that didn’t use original retainers; how they installed / what clips used for exterior stainless steel securely? One in particular is stainless piece on each door (looks like a tri-angle) I remember removing spring clip but can’t find them, any recommendations? Oh yes, all hinges, supporting hardware was sand blasted, painted silver or black and used white grease before installation.

Seems like my two quarter and front fender belt line stainless have been misplaced, I have plenty of already polished stainless steel, 51 chrome plated already hood ornament that I would be willing to trade, also have polished beltline stainless for four door car which I may have to cut to fit front fenders, however I’ll still require quarter panel stainless which I am will to buy or trade. Lastly can’t remember where black pieces in picture 17 and two pieces of what looks like interior stainless goes, also is there any instruction manual for various size bolts to install properly?

Thanks,



Ray

wkitchens wrote:

WOW! Your work looks great so far. Can't wait to see it finished.

Thanks, Allen never worked on a Hudson before but has done a magnificent job so far, especially because he didn't have the benefit of taking car apart, I handed him a puzzle. I too can't wait to see and drive car upon completion; I'll continue to post updates / pictures on FORUM.



Ray

pierre from france wrote:

hello

still much work

Hi Pierre,



Pictures of you, car and mountainside view are great, are you located in wine country? Yes still much work to do, but car looks like a solid project which as time passes and progress made, you'll enjoy working to complete. Thanks and keep posting pictures.



Good Luck,



Ray

rambos_ride wrote:

Ray - its getting closer!



I'm curious how the woodgrain application is holding up thru the fitting process?



Does it seem durable or at least "semi-scratch proof"?

Good Morning Dan,



Trust you & Rambo are well and progress being made on C49...Since I've had wood grain application completed and with fitting/handling process; interior supporting pieces appear durable and haven't been scratched, I am hoping to keep it that way?



Stay well,



Ray