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Projects & Restorations => Projects & Restorations => Topic started by: blueaggie on September 25, 2010, 02:55:48 PM

Title: Engine Detail
Post by: blueaggie on September 25, 2010, 02:55:48 PM

Just received my completed, in-engine detail job.  Very happy with it!  I included a pic of the engine from February 2010 to show the difference.  My detailer, Ross Somerville, out of Concord, NC, did all this with just the hood having been removed.  The skill level of some of the people I've met is amazing.

I've got more engine pics and some old ones for comparison on my facebook page if anyone is interested.
http://www.facebook.com/#!/james.scarboro

Title: Re: Engine Detail
Post by: campfamily on September 25, 2010, 06:33:32 PM

Very nice.  What did that cost, if you don't mind my asking?

Title: Re: Engine Detail
Post by: blueaggie on September 25, 2010, 06:52:46 PM

Right around $600.

Title: Re: Engine Detail
Post by: Brian on September 26, 2010, 07:26:54 AM

Just FYI James, the oil fill cap is supposed to be painted the same green color as the engine, not black.  If you have the paint he used, that is easy to fix. 

Title: Re: Engine Detail
Post by: blueaggie on October 02, 2010, 05:01:26 PM

Quote from: Brian on September 26, 2010, 07:26:54 AM

Just FYI James, the oil fill cap is supposed to be painted the same green color as the engine, not black.  If you have the paint he used, that is easy to fix. 

Got it fixed!

Title: Re: Engine Detail
Post by: WkillGS on October 02, 2010, 05:34:51 PM

That's better! :thumbsup:
I believe the valve cover bolts and maybe the rubber plug should be green too?
And to add the finishing touch, correct hose clamps would do it......were they the tower clamps or wire spring clamps in '65?

Title: Re: Engine Detail
Post by: Loren At 65GS on October 02, 2010, 06:07:21 PM

You're so correct Walt.
Blueaggie, non of us are trying to degrade your work. So please don't feel offended. I think we are all trying to help each of us have the most accurate and beautiful GS.
Looking very good!
Loren

Title: Re: Engine Detail
Post by: blueaggie on October 02, 2010, 11:49:29 PM

Thanks for the compliments!  I'll keep everyone posted as we move forward!

Title: Re: Engine Detail
Post by: Mark Ascher on November 12, 2010, 07:04:41 AM

James,

I can fix you up with the proper fuel filter too. I can ship it off to Brian if your interested.
Looks great!

Mark