Axle Saga Continues and a Speedi Sleeve!

Posted on May 7, 2021 by Britt

GPW rear axle yoke being removed for a speedi sleeve

Axle Saga Continues and a Speedi Sleeve!

This week saw a couple smaller projects with some continuing work on trying to find the mysterious clackity sound from the rear axle with some interesting conclusions. After seeing gear oil slung all over the bottom of the body tub, I decided to speedi sleeve my rear axle yoke to make it brand-new like! Includes a full speedi sleeve tutorial. Finally, I adjust my gas pedal linkage, start construction of a ‘sign’ display, and get the brake drums honed!

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New shipment of items!

Posted on November 21, 2019May 6, 2021 by Britt

New shipment of items!

This week saw a few more little projects done, thanks to some shipments of new items! As I prepped for another major engine project, however, tragedy struck requiring an expensive replacement…

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Major work done this week!

Posted on November 14, 2019May 18, 2021 by Britt

Major work done this week!

In a quest to stop the coolant leaks, I took apart the engine head to replace a gasket, quite the ordeal! Plus, restoration work was finished on the replacement Jerry Can, and the accelerator linkage was adjusted. Felt like back a few months ago during the heart of the restoration with all the work!

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