Prepping Aluminum

We focused efforts in a few places this week. One area was the cockpit aluminum. We finally riveted the rear of the cockpit in place.


We also slotted the transmission cover for a few wiring harnesses that need to pass through it, and set it in place with the dash and switch panel.


We went over the wiring putting the last few circuits in place. As of now, the list of things to be wired is very short. As a result, we were able to apply some zip ties to organize the wires a bit. We also pulled the plastic vacuum lines and replaced them with new rubber lined. We also finally found a home for the vacuum regulator on the front of the A/C bumpout.


We learned a lot about setting the timing and idle, and spent time in the driveway today improving the idle on the car. We think we have it set nicely, though as the water temp started to climb we noticed that the radiator fan didn't come on. I was able to ground the switch to get the fan to come on, so the problem seems to be with the thermostat itself. We put it on the punch list.

In fact, with just a few items left to do before the body goes back on, we looked at those things that needed to be done and those that could wait. So, next week should bring some BIG visual changes. Stay tuned!