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Post by foxfullblumo on Jun 6, 2012 19:57:47 GMT -5
Hi Guys! We are coming down the last 2 weeks to put the Arco Blumo back on the streets to terrorize Fullerton, CA just in time for our party on the 23rd of June. Here is the Facebook page for the project: www.facebook.com/FoxBluesmobileProjectI thought I would start a thread to post things we know we are looking for; First...Door handles...Need exterior door handles for driver side and both rears... The body shop needs to align the doors and can't without them. Ideas? More requests to come! Thanks to TK826, sigmfsk, and 76bluesmobile for all the help so far. |
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Post by sigmfsk on Jun 6, 2012 20:16:06 GMT -5
First...Door handles...Need exterior door handles for driver side and both rears... Got-em. We've shared a few PM's discussing possible part swaps for your 1975 CHP detachable seat belts. I'm not sure what your thoughts are on the issue, but I literally have a house full of parts for trade. your friend in access to parts, arthur |
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Post by foxfullblumo on Jun 7, 2012 19:29:12 GMT -5
Looking for a So. Cal location for a "fuel filler seal" the grommet thing between fuel filler pipe and gas tank.
Best source in LA?
Thanks all!
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Post by Sd.Kfz. 400 on Jun 8, 2012 0:59:04 GMT -5
Go to the rubber store and buy right size fuel hose from there and use big screw clamps( I used tail pipe connectors for my van). You can also use self-vulcanising tape for extra sealing protection there, just get the brand that doesn't melt when mixed with gas.
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Post by foxfullblumo on Jun 8, 2012 8:41:35 GMT -5
Thanks for the tip!
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Post by Sd.Kfz. 400 on Jun 8, 2012 10:06:41 GMT -5
Just checked from my Monaco that the setup is a bit different.  I'd forget the clamps, definately use the self-vulcanising tape as a diy gasket and would make sure that the tank and the fuel neck are assembled very solid. |
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Post by foxfullblumo on Jun 8, 2012 10:51:55 GMT -5
Just checked from my Monaco that the setup is a bit different. I'd forget the clamps, definately use the self-vulcanising tape as a diy gasket and would make sure that the tank and the fuel neck are assembled very solid. Thanks! Yeah I checked and seemed it wouldn't work. Found one coming from back east. Will be here Monday. 166.82.96.9/cgi-bin/v2.exe?yr=75&mk=CH&tp=ALL&pk=TN#models |
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Post by tk826 on Jun 8, 2012 11:07:59 GMT -5
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Post by sigmfsk on Jun 8, 2012 17:58:16 GMT -5
Hi Foxfull: The link you posted is for a 4002010, which is for a 75 station wagon, and not a 75 sedan (at least according to the parts catalogs). The parts catalogs are more "helpful hints" than sure things, so it still might work. Please keep us posted on how it fits. I put the info from the parts catalogs, as well as some pictures, here: www.bluesmobiles.proboards.com/index.cgi?action=display&board=details&thread=757your friend in parts fitting, arthur |
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Post by foxfullblumo on Jun 16, 2012 18:42:01 GMT -5
Hi guys! Even those it's running we're still missing some things: 1) Dip Stick? Where to go or is there a universal one to use? 2) Hood spring grommets/coaster/bushings-The things that idea on end of spring rods. 3) Right Rear Brake parts- See photo below. We don't have e-brake currently:  Thanks for everyone's help! Todd |
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Post by Sd.Kfz. 400 on Jun 17, 2012 6:29:13 GMT -5
3: you need a "Drum Brake Self Adjuster Repair Kit " and new complete spring kit(or drum brake hardware kit) for both sides. + parking brake cables. Rockauto has them cheap so I'd assume that a local part store has them too.
Remember to loose the parking brake cable connector when installing the brakes.
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Post by Sd.Kfz. 400 on Jun 17, 2012 6:32:39 GMT -5
^Maybe also a wheel cylinder repair kit, because the air bleeders tend to brake themselves when opening(free tip: soak a rag with milk and let it there for a day or two, works better than any miracle rust remover stuff.). I like those cast iron cylinders more than those new aluminium ones, that's why I'd rebuild the old ones.
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Post by tk826 on Jun 17, 2012 15:27:55 GMT -5
Dipstick: Typing "1975 Dodge Monaco dipstick" into Google, reveals several places that claim to have the proper replacement. Here is just one example at a pretty decent price: www.car-stuff.com/1975dodgemonacooildipstick.htmLooking through the various suppliers (that are listed on that page) some claim that the stick is 21", others that it is 23". I don't have the car near me, so I can't take measurements. But if someone can confirm the proper length, you should be able to narrow it down. |
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Post by 76bluesmobile on Jun 27, 2012 13:26:04 GMT -5
This has been a fantastic project to watch. Congrats to the folks out in Cali for bringing another Blumo to life!
Nathan
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