Paul, thanks for the clarification. I've seen a quite a few things like a
thermos (vacuum flask)and a hoover (vaccuum cleaner) in similar naming vein so
it sort of makes sense. But does not help when you ask at the hardware store
and they give you a blank look.
I have all the original fittings including all the metal edging and brackets
etc. intact, so I will at least attempt to reuse that. I was also going to
paint black. Your idea of the BBQ paint is ideal. That should take teh heat Ok.
Your pictures are great. I must update mine....
Thanks,
Alan
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From: wizardz wizardz@maxinter.net
Date: Wed, 5 Jul 2000 16:31:35 -0400
Subject: Re: Engine valances
It's just a trade name. It's basically the same stuff....
unperforated peg board.
I use the 'templates' that are floating around the web, but they didn't fit
quite right.
Make a set by the 'templates'... but out of cheap cardboard,
Once you've finished trimming to fit (and taping in add on pieces)
trace it onto your board and cut it out.
You can see one of the set I've made at
http://www.teglerizer.com/triumphstuff/v_engine.htm
The gold colored edging on the panels (top edging) is actually
wall to wall carpet edging I trimmed down. Once the panels were
cut out I spray painted them with outdoor bar-b-que grill paint.
The flat black color gives a very nice contrast, and makes the
panels look like the original cardboard.
Paul Tegler wizardz@toad.net http://www.teglerizer.com (new layout)
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From: alemen@pop.ftconnect.com <alemen@pop.ftconnect.com>
To: spitfires@autox.team.net <spitfires@autox.team.net>
Date: Wednesday, July 05, 2000 4:14 PM
Subject: Engine valances
Folks I plan to make some new ones before the old ones complety disintegrate.
They are still usable as templates.
I have seen the various plans on the web. But what is masonite (forgive the
ignorance of an exile). All I can find is hardboard like we had back in the UK.
Are hardboard and masonite the same? If noit where can I find it. The local DIY
places only have hardboard.
Alan
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