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Dick Shaw
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 26 ก.พ. 2014
This channel is for the purpose of sharing some of my projects with others and potentially helping them with their own projects. Hopefully, some of my videos will be entertaining as well. Thank you for subscribing to my channel. I have had an interest in the automobile since I was about 6 years old. I once made a living as an engine rebuilder for a local Automotive Machine Shop. In my younger days, I raced the dirt tracks of the Southwest in Sprint Cars, Modifieds, and Stock Cars. Now I pretty much just restore, rebuild, and customize cars, trucks, and motorcycles of all makes. I like everything automotive, including gas station memorabilia. I have always done my own fabrication including mechanical, paint & body, and upholstery. It is just a hobby that gives me great satisfaction. I do not have a business and I am not for hire.
C2 Corvette Carpet Installation
My 1966 Corvette Convertible is ready for some new carpet. In this video I will be installing an ACC Essex Carpet Kit with the Mass Backing.
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LS Swap Project starts for the first time
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Finally, I am at the point with my 1966 C2 Corvette project to start this LS1 engine. Hear it run in this video.
Vintage Air Gen IV Surefit AC Installation - C2 Corvette - Part 2 of 2
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This is the continuation of the installation of the Vintage Air Climate Control system that began in part 1 on my 1966 Corvette. If you are planning to do this, you will see everything involved in these two videos.
Vintage Air Gen IV Surefit AC Installation - C2 Corvette - Part 1 of 2
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My 1966 Corvette will be nice and comfortable with the installation of this Vintage Air Climate Control system. This is part 1 of 2 videos showing the installation process.
C2 Corvette Dash Pad Skin Cover Replacement / Installation 1966
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Replacing those cracked and worn Dash Skins on your C2 Corvette can be a daunting task. This video shows how the do-it-yourself home builder can get good results with a little patience and determination. I will show you the tricks I learned along the way.
C2 Corvette W/ Borgeson Steering Box - Shortening the Column Shaft
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When using the Borgeson integrated steering box in a C2 Corvette it is necessary to shorten the steering column shaft. How much should you cut off? This video addresses the issue. Watch and see how I did mine.
How to Shorten a LS1 dipstick - LS Swap Project
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I had to relocate the dipstick tube on my LS1 swap project because of the exhaust manifolds I am using. It ended up about four inches shorter than the stock one. In this video I show how simple it is to shorten the dipstick to the correct length.
C2 Corvette Headlight Assembly - Bulb Mounting Kit Installation
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This 1966 Corvette gets new hardware that secures the headlights in place. This is part of an ongoing documentation of the complete rebuild (RestoMod) of this C2 Corvette.
Putting a C2 Corvette Body on the Chassis - Installation - Assembly - Shimming
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1966 Corvette Convertible. Finally, I am getting the body back on the chassis/frame. The chassis has been totally updated and the body has been repaired and painted. In this video the two come back together in a detailed process that may help if you need to do the same.
GM Chevy Steering Column Rebuild - 1966 C2 Corvette
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The GM steering columns of the 1950's and 60's were pretty much the same. In this video I rebuild one from my 1966 Corvette. The individual parts may have some variation in design, but the concept of how they are assembled is very similar.
Steering Wheel Crack Repair - Restoration
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My 1966 C2 Corvette steering wheel is cracked in multiple locations and in need of restoration. In this video you will see an easy method for fixing those nasty cracks. You probably have not seen this method before.
C2 Corvette Convertible Deck Lid Hinge Removal
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My 1966 Corvette needs a new spring on the rear deck lid hinge. This video shows how to remove the hinge from the car. A sister video on my channel shows how to install the new spring on the hinge. A video link for it will appear at the end of this one.
Installing Automotive Transmission Tunnel Insulation ... C2 Corvette
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My 1966 Corvette project gets some heat reflective insulation placed in the transmission tunnel. This will help keep heat from coming in the car through the floorboard area around the transmission. The product I used is manufactured by Design Engineering Inc. I has a .010 thick dimpled aluminum outer skin on top of a glass fiber core which has an adhesive backing (peel and stick).
C2 Corvette Convertible Deck Lid Hinge Spring Installation
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How do you get that new spring stretched enough to install it on the C2 Corvette convertible rear deck lid hinge? See how in this video.
Masking and Painting the Engine Bay - C2 Corvette
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A very short video of a good method to mask off a car for painting the engine bay and bottom side. This is a 1966 Corvette project that is getting a complete makeover.
Automobile Door Weatherstrip Installation - C2 Corvette
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Automobile Door Weatherstrip Installation - C2 Corvette
Adding a third brake light to a 63-66 C2 Corvette .... pretty slick!
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Adding a third brake light to a 63-66 C2 Corvette .... pretty slick!
C2 Corvette fender flare removal.... going back to stock.... from start to final paint.
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C2 Corvette fender flare removal.... going back to stock.... from start to final paint.
1973 Datsun 240Z - walk around and drive
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1973 Datsun 240Z - walk around and drive
How to check a Fuel Sending Unit to see if it Works!
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How to check a Fuel Sending Unit to see if it Works!
How to build an automotive Exhaust System from scratch!
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How to build an automotive Exhaust System from scratch!
Shorten a Driveshaft in your Home Garage
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Shorten a Driveshaft in your Home Garage
Torque Converter Installation and More - Make Sure it is Right for your Application
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Torque Converter Installation and More - Make Sure it is Right for your Application
Early Chevy LS1 Engine Valley Cover Replacement ... removing the boss
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Early Chevy LS1 Engine Valley Cover Replacement ... removing the boss
Installing the Holley 302-3 / 302-5 Oil Pan on a Chevy LS Engine
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Installing the Holley 302-3 / 302-5 Oil Pan on a Chevy LS Engine
Chevy LS Engine Rear Main Seal Replacement
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Chevy LS Engine Rear Main Seal Replacement
Chevy LS Engine Oil Galley Plug (Dumbbell - Dog Bone) Replacement
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Chevy LS Engine Oil Galley Plug (Dumbbell - Dog Bone) Replacement
Borgeson Pressure Reducing Kit for Power Steering Pump - Installation
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Borgeson Pressure Reducing Kit for Power Steering Pump - Installation
Swapping an LS1 Engine/4L60E Transmission into a 1966 C2 Corvette Chassis
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Swapping an LS1 Engine/4L60E Transmission into a 1966 C2 Corvette Chassis
Best video I've seen for what you've done. Wish you wouldn't have lost your carpet install. Can't find one that covers the detail. Amazing job.
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it.
Thanks this is gonna be a great present for your wife LOL great job .
She only likes NEW stuff! So, it's all mine :)
Great video as ever! I'll do this in a few months, so thanks for the guide! At the beginning of your video, you can see the underfloor storage compartment where the jack normally gets stored - and yours is all black, did you paint it black (if so, what did you use?)? That area in my C2 looks like raw fibreglass 😐
Yes I painted it black and then lined it with a durable material that was about 1/8" thick to help with noise control, just glued it in. Thanks for watching and good luck with yours.
That's dead helpful - thanks @@DickShaw!
What a beautiful truck and I commend you on the job well done!
Thank you! It was a lot of work but I enjoyed it.
VERY GOOD video explanation. I need to DIY improve my 1970 Nova throttle linkage. This is great info for me.. Thanks
Thanks, good luck with your project!
i needed this - thank you sir.
Glad I could help
I asked to see how to replace the throttle calbe on a 1995 S.10
Great video. I need to something like this for my project car
Good luck with your project!
Or if you don't have any tools or ability you can always slot the mounts and move the eng and trans forward the 7/8" 😄
Ha ha, that works too!
Restoring a 1963 and these videos are very helpful. Thanks!
Thanks! Good luck with your restoration.
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I appreciate the feedback, but I'm happy with the progress of my channel.
Great video . I’m hoping to get my 95 looking like that .
Thanks for watching. Good luck with your project.
Haaaaa..... you answered my question at the end......I have always wanted to rebuild a dcoe but was hesitant because i was not sure what all the parts are called and what their specific functions are. Think I'll find me one that needs a rebuild and go hands on...... Excellent tutorial and confidence builder. Thanks 👍👍
Glad it helped.
Well done, as always. I believe that little roller is the unsung hero of this restoration. It must be in half the videos.
Ha Ha! You are right. I use it for everything!
Great job on the carpet. Watching your video made me realize that I'm missing the metal trim at the kick panels. I like how you did your seatbelts and your idea for bolting the seats. It is going to be amazing.
Thanks for watching and for the kind words. I'm looking forward to getting this car on the road.
The carpet kit looks fabulous. Of course your custom fitting skills make all the difference-great job! The black interior is going to look stunning in contrast to your orange paint. One step closer to a drive!
Thanks!
Awesome Dick, this is on my spring to do list on my '94f150.
Good luck with it, I hope it goes well.
Wow! You really covered that floor 😁 molded carpet, so much easier 👍🏻 gonna look great 😊
Yes! Thank you!
Wow, right on that you still have your car from 30 years ago, I wish to heck I still had one of my 1964 vw's from 30 years ago
It had some minor damage on the nose. I gave $350 for it.
Congratulations! It's always a blast when it cranks up the first time. What is the light used for that you said turned on when you installed the relays?
That light is the check engine light. It comes on when the car is started and then goes off after a few seconds once it is programmed properly.
Awesome job man looks amazing
Thanks!
@ do you remember what paint color you used?
When you started the Corvette TH-cam closed captions said [Music] and I think that is about right!
Right on, I'm working on a 64 coupe, but it's all stock. Your workmanship is awesome!
Thanks 👍
Very cool that first start 👍🏻 gonna be terrific to see you driving it now dick. 👏🏻
"We have ignition"! Congratulations Dick, on the first start of the LS1 in your Corvette project. It sounds great! Now I can't wait to see you take your first drive in the car. I know there are a lot of little details that need to be attended to before that happens, but this video is a big milestone in your project.
Thank you. I'm anxious to start driving it.
I was on the edge of my seat. Great job.👍
You and me both!
Congrats! What a long journey and total reward hearing it rumble. Can't even imagine how difficult the wiring was. Well done sir.
Thanks!
Music to my ears. Sounds great and looks very nice. Cant wait for the next videos. A true labor of love. Thanks for sharing.
Beautiful work,,,, OLD guys rule......
Did u glued that metal trimming into the seal ??
No I did not. No glue is needed there. Thanks for watching.
@ how u put it on then ??
Like the work on you car, your video is logically thought out and well presented. I look forward to seeing your next video and ultimately your finished car
Much appreciated!
Thanks to you and the manufacturer whoever does this will have very few problems.. Great job, thanks
Thank you!
As easy as it is to pull the engine on these cars, i think that would be my first step. It would also be a great time to change the front brake line to the passenger side. Great video thank you for your time and for sharing.
Why your eliminate heater hoses
The heater hoses are there and hooked up to the water pump. I guess i should have shown that. Thanks watching!
Thanks soooo much for sharing your install, really liked the aluminum you added on the radiator support to help in aiding air flow….& the excessive wire loom tucks:-)….. Chalie Please keep the vids coming All the work you done on that car looks outstanding…
Thanks!
Extremely helpful . Mind has some sort of water leaks haven't figured what the cause is yet. You video will help when I tackle that.👍
Good luck!
Thanks It's nice to work on clean cars . Always having stained hands was a constant gripe of the woman that cleans my house . looking good.
So true!
Dick!! I just realized that you're the guy that sold me the 240 block! So pleased to see your work - truly great video series on the rebuild!!!
Outstanding series - thank you so much for the effort. This is one of THE BEST rebuild series I've seen. No distracting music. Good camera views. Good summary of important numbers and steps as you did it. The comments and views don't do you justice for the quality of the work, and the value you have shared. Thank you!
Wow, thanks!
Not sure I could have walked away from the FJ40, but Big Red is also enticing.
Hi Bill :)
I have to do this on my C1 only the doors are still on the car, wish my luck. Thanks
Good luck!
Dick what is that tool called that you are using at 26:20 to cut the material out over the screw holes?
Hello, Thanks for watching! The tool is just a hole deburring tool that I have had forever. I have a set of them in different sizes. I searched online and could not find any like it so perhaps they are not available anymore. You could use an Exacto knife to trim out the material I believe.
Great job, love all of the explanation you do. Good hands on learners video. 1. Please get a clip on mike. It's hard to hear sometimes. 2. Why didn't you take off the original skin before putting on the replacement?
Sorry about the sound quality. The original skins are bonded to the foam which would pull apart if you tried to remove the skin.
Nicely done sir 👏🏻
Thanks
Thanks Dick nice turn out
Thank you Joseph
Dick, I have a question about your #2 differential rebuild. What are the tolerances for axil end play? Mine is .050. Thanks
I'm not sure there is a tolerance listed anywhere from GM but I would say that .050 is probably near the allowable limit. If you plan to drive the car a lot, you might want to replace the axles. If it will be just an occasional driver like most old classics then you should be good for quite awhile. It is my understanding that the tips of the axles is what wears as they ride on the pin in the center of the differential.
@@DickShaw Thanks for answering my question. I had the same thoughts as you and the diff. was done by a local shop apparently he said hold the input "driveshaft" side and check the backlash is what matters but then I notice the axels both moved .050 in and out. and like you said the tips could wear against the center pin. 👍
Just did after the big red finish.
Thanks, and perhaps I can give a shop tour in the future. May need to do some clean up first ;).
Excellent video, doing this now on my '94. You're challenging me to even go further, lol. Btw, are those Z cars in your shop? I'm a huge Zcar guy. I just subscribed, scrolled through your videos, yes! ZCar, awesome, love it. Suggestion, if theres not one already, I'll look further, do a walk around your shop, maybe a little history. You know us car guys love an awesome shop.
Other videos say that I need to make sure each screw goes into the exact location for both pan and filter? Is that correct?
No it is not. If the bolt is the same size and length as the others, then obviously they are interchangeable. You can take note of them as you remove them and if you see any difference in some, then put back accordingly. Most likely the filter bolts will be different than the pan bolts.
Yea I thought all the bolts would be the exact same. I guess I’ll just keep an eye on it in case. Did you let the gasket maker dry before putting it on? The first layer?
Great video. Thank you!
You are welcome!