Category Archives: Projects

Betty now has Heat in the Trunk

Posted on September 27, 2008 by Brian Gallimore

I spent most of yesterday and today working on Betty. I attempted to weld a piece of sheet metal to hold and protect the short section of hoses on the underside of the chassis. I’m not sure it is wise … Continue reading →

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Six Years of Talk, Results Finally!

Posted on September 23, 2008 by Brian Gallimore

Ever since we moved into our house, people have been “talking” about getting this entry sign built. It was promised by the developer, and due to many reasons the construction was delayed. Somehow I thought it would be a good … Continue reading →

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Some New Holes in Betty

Posted on September 7, 2008 by Brian Gallimore

As of right now, the prime parking spot where Amber’s vehicle normally sits is occupied by a 24 year old green Mercedes, sitting on jack stands and missing all of its seats. I’m not sure how long this will be … Continue reading →

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Preping for Paint

Posted on August 25, 2008 by Brian Gallimore

Once we constructed the shed to the point it was dried in, I lost interest in getting it finished. I noticed that the wood trim has started turning gray, so I figured I had better hurry up and get done … Continue reading →

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Betty-Wilma Seat exchange

Posted on August 3, 2008 by Brian Gallimore

The biggest thing I noticed when driving Betty this weekend (besides the broken air conditioning and lack of radio) was the broken seat. It leans to the left and creates a sore back in no time. I decided to switch … Continue reading →

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The Texas Tech Themed Office

Posted on July 31, 2008 by Brian Gallimore

We have been working to make the office look presentable. I packed up all my half-finished electronics projects and moved the ugly table out of the room. Amber started decorating with all TTU memorabilia.

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Wheels for Betty

Posted on June 1, 2008 by Brian Gallimore

I’ve been looking for a good buy on a spare tire/wheel for Betty. I found a set of wheels this weekend, so now I’ll have 4 spares, not just one! Actually having the extra wheels will make it easier for … Continue reading →

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The messiest oil change ever

Posted on May 4, 2008 by Brian Gallimore

A little more than an oil change, but geez, what a mess I made. This is the biggest puddle I made… I had the filter sitting safely on it’s cover while I was doing something else. The oil just oozed … Continue reading →

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WVO storage vessels

Posted on April 30, 2008 by Brian Gallimore

I’ve been starting to think about what I’ll need to make running waste vegetable oil work. I figured having some decent-sized tanks would be handy in case I happen to find a restaurant that has more oil to give away … Continue reading →

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New Vacuum Hose

Posted on April 28, 2008 by Brian Gallimore

Another box of parts came in today for the Benz Twins. I had a few minutes and changed out the main vacuum hose assembly and replaced the breather hose assembly on Betty. She started right up. I drove her around … Continue reading →

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