September 2, 20186 yr comment_556630 When I first ordered my Escort core ( SPECTRA PREMIUM 94741), I got a copper one like that. But what I really wanted was one of the aluminum ones. I opened a ticket with them and exchanged it for an aluminum one. Not sure it really matters, but I had already cut and sized everything for the aluminum version. If you're haven't made any mods yet, it might not matter. But for me, I wanted the other one. Apparently they consider the two form, fit and function identical. I'm not sure I agree... Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-556630 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 14, 20186 yr Author comment_557524 Well it took longer than planned but it's working, copied @mikev88 method but found I needed a nut on the top of the on/off stud to keep the swivel from flying off, an M5x.8 die works perfectly. The Duplicolor Pontiac Blue DE1610 really is a very close match to the stock colour, so thanks @siteunseen Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-557524 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 24, 20186 yr Author comment_558105 Finally got all of the interior panels repaired and painted with SEM, now I can store them safely and start making a mess again. The 280 harness is a lot heavier than the 240 Here is what was hidden in the harness, How many electrical hacks can you count? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-558105 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 24, 20186 yr comment_558107 You've got your work cut out for you with the harness. Lots of cut wires there Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-558107 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 20186 yr comment_558128 4 hours ago, grannyknot said: The 280 harness is a lot heavier than the 240 Here is what was hidden in the harness, How many electrical hacks can you count? Ooof, that just brought back some fresh memories. At least your still have some connectors attached! Just remember that patience is a virtue.? Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-558128 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 20186 yr comment_558134 3 hours ago, gwri8 said: Just remember that patience is a virtue.? Unfortunately that's why I have to buy my patience. Low morals. I had a chance to get a decent '77 for $600 but the harness was missing. Quick pass for me. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-558134 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 20186 yr comment_558145 Woof. That harness is going to take some sorting. Going through someone else's electrical work is always a real treat. The first group of hacks is clearly headlight related. The second set... Not sure. Hazard? Radio? In any event, you've got your wires cut out for you. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-558145 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 20186 yr comment_558147 And somehow I think I missed your completely heater core and valve assy. Looks great. Is that a new feedthrough tube for the firewall? Was turned down ninety and you cut it off to make it straighter? You're probably going to want some sort of flow restricting device somewhere in the lines besides the new valve. I found that after making mods like this, the flow through the heater core is way more than ever necessary. I believe the original temp control valve was much more restrictive than the new style ball valves. You may want to cut the flow down somewhere else with a fixed restriction. On 9/14/2018 at 7:28 PM, grannyknot said: Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-558147 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 25, 20186 yr Author comment_558172 8 hours ago, Captain Obvious said: The second set... Not sure. Hazard? Radio? I think that rats nest is part of the blower/heater wiring. 8 hours ago, Captain Obvious said: And somehow I think I missed your completely heater core and valve assy. Looks great. Thanks, I just realized I did not give you credit for your pioneering efforts, CREDIT to Bruce. 8 hours ago, Captain Obvious said: Is that a new feedthrough tube for the firewall? Was turned down ninety and you cut it off to make it straighter? Yeah, just cut it off and worked a bead on to it with some modified Vise grips. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-558172 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 26, 20186 yr comment_558221 I'm sure you'll figure out the wiring. It's not going to be fun though. Red/blue and green/white is almost always dashboard/console illumination. The other colors are harder to pin down. You'll get it. So about the feedthrough for the firewall on the heater... I didn't even know you could still get that part new. Was it expensive? I made my own because I didn't think I could even get it. Well that, and I made mine out of stainless just because I could. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-558221 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 26, 20186 yr Author comment_558262 8 hours ago, Captain Obvious said: I didn't even know you could still get that part new. I'm sure you can't, mine was just thrown into the bucket for replating. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-558262 Share on other sites More sharing options...
September 27, 20186 yr comment_558283 Oh! Well that's good! Thinking they were still out there, I was starting to feel bad about the time I spent making my new one. Now I'm happy again! Plus, now I've got that sweet tube beading tool for the lathe. Link to comment https://www.classiczcars.com/forums/topic/60126-just-what-the-doctor-ordered-1977-280z/?&page=16#findComment-558283 Share on other sites More sharing options...
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