Monthly Archives: September 2024

Radio Plug

Posted on September 30, 2024 by RussD

Like other parts of the Imperial the radio has a story behind it. A story that I would love to know but will never discover… It is a factory radio – has to be to fit the curved dash. State … Continue reading →

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Tuning the Milling Machine

Posted on September 16, 2024 by RussD

I recently made a couple of parts on the milling machine. The first was for mounting a Quick Change Tool Post (QCTP) on the lathe. A QCTP makes it quick and easy to change cutting tools on a lathe and … Continue reading →

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We Aim to Please

Posted on September 9, 2024 by RussD

Another entry in the list of places where I have outsmarted myself trying to improve things… When I got the Imperial the rear springs were sagging a bit. As part of rebuilding the rear suspension I replaced them with new … Continue reading →

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New Toys. Errr… “Tools”

Posted on September 2, 2024 by RussD

So I was perusing CraigsList… That introductory line is right up there with “hold my beer” as an indicator that things are about to get interesting! I’ve been wanting a specific set of tools to expand my sheet metal fabrication … Continue reading →

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