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Title: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on June 04, 2017, 11:03:59 AM
My wife and good friend conspired to return our FJ to it's origins ready for my next big goal, run the old car at Baskerville Historics in Sept this year as part of the focus for the event: "Holden Grey Powered Vehicles".

My mates are feverishly working on the body as time permits and we are on track. I have freshened the engine, upgraded the front brakes ansd suspension, and waiting on the engine bay to be painted and I can slip the engine in.

I am a lucky man to have such a caring family and friends...
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Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Wally on June 04, 2017, 11:46:20 AM
A major amount of work there Bruce!
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on June 04, 2017, 11:55:22 AM
A major amount of work there Bruce!
Yes just  a complete rebuild! I have a friend how is project managing it, Denise is the finance officer :) 
My mates are doing the body work that needs tiding up and repainting it for me.  I'm just doing the hour here and there when I am feeling well, doing the mechanical. 
It will be back to the old days, Glen Green exterior, dark green strip and wheels and Gully Green interior.  The engine has just been freshened, rings, bearings, hone and the camshaft and tappets were shot, so it should go better this time round,  I hadn't noticed the drop off in performance, probably because I am getting slower at punting it!
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Phil.8 on June 04, 2017, 01:45:35 PM
she is going to look nice after all that work 
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Gratulin on June 04, 2017, 03:09:35 PM
That's what I call a REAL engine!!
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: rooshooter on June 04, 2017, 05:32:51 PM
It has been a long time since I have seen some finned drums on a FJ Holden ;D It is a big undertaking Bruce but I am sure the finished vehicle will be a real blast !
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: humper on June 05, 2017, 07:54:02 AM
Great to see Bruce. Multiple rebuilds is often what produces the best cars.
I see too you have been out to my neck of the woods at Clive Cams. They did a new bump stick for my red motor after another manufacturers product lost the number 6 exhaust lobe. Haven't really used it in anger yet so don't really have any feedback on it. However it does surprise me how many people seem to go to this small manufacturer?
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on June 05, 2017, 08:40:35 AM
she is going to look nice after all that work
Thanks Phil, it will make me feel like a (near) teenager again.  Denise and I have had the old boy since 1972.
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on June 05, 2017, 08:43:15 AM
That's what I call a REAL engine!!
Nothing like a 6 cylinder, I never push it over 6k, (due to crankshafts break on these at 6100, and you have to get through that rev range fast or TEARS!)  I have not had the engine on a dyno, but it is ~130HP so, it is great to drive.  This time it getting a Weber!
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on June 05, 2017, 08:51:20 AM
Great to see Bruce. Multiple rebuilds is often what produces the best cars.
I see too you have been out to my neck of the woods at Clive Cams. They did a new bump stick for my red motor after another manufacturers product lost the number 6 exhaust lobe. Haven't really used it in anger yet so don't really have any feedback on it. However it does surprise me how many people seem to go to this small manufacturer?

Glad to see you have an infinity with Holden, didn't realise that connection or your close proximity.  We may have well walked passed each other at an event around our traps.  Clive worked for Wade and I believe purchased the rights to Wade Cam's profiles.  The Wade 140 that I have been running for years, is a stalwart for early 6 Holdens and many other makes.   The first time I was permitted to warm it up a little more, my wife said: "as long as it is smooth", and my answer was predictably, "yes, dear, smoooth, a granny could drive it around daily in the city".  ;D

I lost metal on all the lumpy and smooth bits, I think I may have used a low zinc/modern oil in it on a hard occasion! So new grind. I will keep the old cam to remind me to double check which oil I am using!
Great to see you at least one night in the last season, lets hope you have more time for Season 9.
And if we go to a local event, we need to post it here and possibly catch up.
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on June 05, 2017, 08:54:19 AM
It has been a long time since I have seen some finned drums on a FJ Holden ;D It is a big undertaking Bruce but I am sure the finished vehicle will be a real blast !

A lot of things I gave away over the years, sold or traded, but I knew they were not making any more of these when I purchased 2 sets brand new, and still had this pair, new.   
It will be fantastic and my wife and friends will deserve all the accolades.

Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: humper on June 05, 2017, 12:36:34 PM
[quote author=Flattop Bruce
I lost metal on all the lumpy and smooth bits, I think I may have used a low zinc/modern oil in it on a hard occasion! So new grind. I will keep the old cam to remind me to double check which oil I am using!
[/quote]

Bingo. I think it was a combination of low zddp oil and heavy valve springs that killed mine too. Switched to Racing VR1 oil when i canged cam. Oh what a pain that was, engine tare down with about 600km done. Wanted to go roller cam but couldn't face full strip down to machine block for followers.

So you have followed Clive (presumably for many years) because of a particular Wade profile?

I should put my old cam next to the oil locker as well but I doubt I'll ever do that again...
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: humper on June 05, 2017, 12:41:53 PM
Which weber are you using? Also liking those header pipes. Who are those made by?
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on July 23, 2017, 10:16:42 AM
Humper sorry missed this, what car we're you running?
And yes Clive took on Wade's profiles, but an easy choice, his workshop is pristine too.
They now produce roller rockers for the humpy, but excessive for my race asperations and skills.
Happy with my "apprentice period" hotty.

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Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on August 29, 2017, 05:12:33 PM
What's happening?
Still planning on Baskerville in late Sept. I hoping to be well enough to go and well enough to do the  regularity.
We have had a set back, I have moved from stage 4 to palliative.
My wife and mates are still pushing.to get the old car finished, we'll make it!
Oh I had to be first to sit on the new upholstery  ;D (https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170829/5e59fcb92c142791a011f12e0ac09038.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170829/a38f4dc81d32780d1ae182b4a72076a4.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170829/c58e8404379834149c2f4afb7fcd0bb7.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170829/6f5768a3ee6add16428cb5c5569e25b1.jpg)(https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170829/7731ae677351bba0a0d8b1c4e52c72d3.jpg)

Bruce XGN
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Phil.8 on August 29, 2017, 06:16:16 PM
Its looking good Bruce,   

I will be there for sure cant wait
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on August 30, 2017, 07:43:39 AM
Looking forward to meeting you Phil.
You'll get the pleasure of the whole family, my 2 daughters' families are coming too.

Bruce XGN

Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Phil.8 on August 30, 2017, 10:09:43 AM
Awesome, I hope Tassie puts on some decent weather for you all
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on August 30, 2017, 01:07:29 PM
Awesome, I hope Tassie puts on some decent weather for you all
Lets hope it is dryer than last year...
(http://sportingregister.org.au/wp-content/gallery/2016-baskerville-races/IMAG0404.jpg)

I have fitted new tyres for the new wheels, the main criteria was "must be good in the wet" :)
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Phil.8 on August 30, 2017, 02:01:05 PM
thats wet
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: rooshooter on August 30, 2017, 03:03:19 PM
The car is coming along nicely Bruce, they didn't go overboard with guages back then did they ! Our first modern family car was an FJ, a big step up from a very old car which had running boards , I cannot remember exactly what it was anymore. :(
I hope the weather is better than last year  :)
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on August 30, 2017, 06:05:32 PM
The car is coming along nicely Bruce, they didn't go overboard with guages back then did they ! Our first modern family car was an FJ, a big step up from a very old car which had running boards , I cannot remember exactly what it was anymore. :(
Snap!
Our first family car was an FJ too, that too was a step up from the Fargo ute. (man it was always hot or cold/wet when ever we went any where, kids in the back, Mum and Dad in the "comfy front")
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: rooshooter on August 31, 2017, 10:58:34 AM
I have wanted to visit MONA gallery since its opening, our last visit to Tasmania was 20 years ago so we have decided now is as good a time as ever to make the trip. Baskerville Historic races meeting is also another good reason. Looking forward to meeting you and Phil  IRL , what day do you plan on going Phil and will you be there from Friday Bruce? I can PM my mobile number so we can text to arrange things.
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Phil.8 on August 31, 2017, 11:16:56 AM
I was thinking of going on the Saturday, But I am easy, whatever works out the best for everyone
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on September 05, 2017, 06:02:50 PM
Dropped in to see how the old car is going, and do some wiring.

Almost there, need to get the wiring sorted and then will re-attempt running in the cam.
It starts first rev, but the carb floods, we have a couple of adjustments done, (and a spare carb!), so it should be ready for running in up the hills this weekend! :)
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Joe on September 05, 2017, 06:12:28 PM
Looking good bruce!!  8)
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Glen73 on September 05, 2017, 06:16:09 PM
HA what a ripper, Im very happy for you mate. Look forward to seeing and hearing it!
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Glen73 on September 05, 2017, 06:19:33 PM
Hang on, wheres the seat belt????
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: rooshooter on September 05, 2017, 06:30:31 PM
Nearly there Bruce ,fantastic job, but where are the red rims !! ;D
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Phil.8 on September 05, 2017, 06:56:40 PM
That is awesome , looking forward to hearing how she runs after all this work
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: rob on September 05, 2017, 07:09:46 PM
 She looks pretty sweet Bruce. You are going to have a ball at Baskerville.
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on September 06, 2017, 09:21:12 AM
Hang on, wheres the seat belt????
well spotted, the front bar has to come off again to fit the lower piece of the belt.
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on September 06, 2017, 09:22:40 AM
Nearly there Bruce ,fantastic job, but where are the red rims !! ;D

red wheels OUT, green wheels IN :)
There will be one red wheel, the spare, forgot to get that painted  ::)
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on September 06, 2017, 09:23:37 AM
She looks pretty sweet Bruce. You are going to have a ball at Baskerville.
thanks Rob and Joe, 2 weeks this morning we will be driving off the boat in TAS!
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Dave O on September 06, 2017, 11:17:20 PM
Car looks great Bruce,,, throw in some woollies, still cold here at the moment  ;D
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on September 07, 2017, 09:02:49 AM
Car looks great Bruce,,, throw in some woollies, still cold here at the moment  ;D
The boot will be full of warm clothes :)
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bird on September 07, 2017, 09:08:35 AM
That's a beauty, Bruce!   

Something to be proud of.
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Phil.8 on September 07, 2017, 09:22:44 AM
is Dave O in Tassie also,  its nearly shorts weather
http://www.themercury.com.au/news/tasmania/snow-go-zone-still-in-force-for-cradle-mountain-and-west-coast/news-story/d1ff30bb84302959b0a6a58e116e56b0
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on September 07, 2017, 09:37:57 AM
That's a beauty, Bruce!   

Something to be proud of.
Thanks Istvan, my wife got it on the move and my mates have jumped in to make it happen for us.
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: rooshooter on September 07, 2017, 11:53:11 AM
is Dave O in Tassie also,  its nearly shorts weather
http://www.themercury.com.au/news/tasmania/snow-go-zone-still-in-force-for-cradle-mountain-and-west-coast/news-story/d1ff30bb84302959b0a6a58e116e56b0
lol Thanks for the weather report :o
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Dave O on September 07, 2017, 02:14:35 PM
is Dave O in Tassie also,  its nearly shorts weather
http://www.themercury.com.au/news/tasmania/snow-go-zone-still-in-force-for-cradle-mountain-and-west-coast/news-story/d1ff30bb84302959b0a6a58e116e56b0

Live in Westbury Phil.... maybe a couple of months for shorts though  ;D
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Joe on October 18, 2017, 06:21:36 PM
My Daughter's reading book from School today Bruce. Made me think of you  ;D

(https://i.imgur.com/2Do5fg1l.jpg)
Title: Re: 4th Rebirth of our Humpy...
Post by: Bruce on October 19, 2017, 09:02:00 AM
thanks Joe, looks like an exceptionally good book having FJ as the hero  8)
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