Finally down to the last really big mechanical task. Running all the brake lines and hoses. Before starting this task, I had laid out a diagram of all the pieces that I thought I needed to complete the job. Unfortunately, … Continue reading
Okay, fixed all the fuel delivery problems, we have gas up to the injectors. Got the new pump with it’s billet aluminum pulley (ugh) installed and bolted it up to the engine, put the belt back on and tightened everything … Continue reading
I little while ago I insulated the sides of the body prior to doing the wiring. Now it is time to finish up the insulation task. I am using two different types on insulation, mainly because a good friend of … Continue reading
After all of this time, I am finally getting to where I can see the end of the Dodge Wagon project in sight. There is a light at the end of the tunnel! The past few weeks have seen some … Continue reading
Time to change/add fluids to the old girl and see if we can get her running! Adding Fluids – boy that was expensive! Change engine oil – 7 qts 5W – 20W Synthetic Valvoline New oil filter – MOPAR 090 … Continue reading
On to an important step! Time to finish up wiring the fuel module, and running the fuel lines up to the fuel rail prior to trying to start the engine! To get started I dropped the fuel tank back down … Continue reading
In between waiting on parts to arrive, I decided to tie up a few loose ends. 1st up was installing the front and rear speakers and getting them wired up, now was a good time to do this before I … Continue reading
Those of you that know me, know that wood and I have over the years have come to a truce. I don’t mess with it, and it doesn’t mess with me. Having said that, the floor in the cargo area … Continue reading
Time for another big task! Finishing up the wiring and getting all of the electrical systems up and verified, and then buttoning up the dashboard. The 1st thing I tackled was wiring the switches and doing the preliminary routing and … Continue reading
Before I can begin wiring the dash area prior to installing the dashboard, I had to measure, fabricate and install all of the hoses for the air conditioner and heater/defroster. In addition to the refrigerant and water lines I also … Continue reading