There is a nice spread on Chip Crenshaw's Comet in the August 2010 issue of Modified Mustangs & Fords. Very Nice! Also there is a good article on Mustang Shelby consoles that are built by a freind of mine, here in London.
Awesome! Can't wait to see the article. Saw the car in January and it is very impressive!!! Congrats Chip!
Magazine article Hello Ray: I just read that Dave Boyer and yourself had noticed the article in Modified Mustangs and Fords magazine. Thanks for your congratulations. I haven't seen it yet myself .. I don't know why it takes so long to receive my copy ?? . I also had a friend here in Florida call me and tell me about it. I got an email from Joe Reeves the photojournalist that wrote and shot the article and he said he liked the way it was presented also. I'm looking forward to seeing it so I might just go out and find a copy and buy it before I get MY copy. ha.! Haven't had too much spare time to drive any of the cars since I've been up to my ears at work. I haven't even had much time to attend the local car gatherings around my area when they're held. I miss the camaradrie of other folks that have our type cars but they are few and far between . I know "you" would know what I mean . Anyway, thanks Ray and Dave. I'm glad you like what we've done with the Comet . Chip
Magazine article Hello Tody: Send me your mailing address and I'll see to it that you receive a copy of the magazine . I've arranged to buy a "lot" of copies and I'd be glad to send one to you. You owning a Comet also I'm sure would find the car work interesting. Chip
I'd like to know about your power windows, did you use a kit for the motors? I read what switches you used, I had planned on using them already.
Power Windows Hi Dave: We used an Autoloc switch setup which has two micro switches set into a metal square that has a splined shaft on one side . They don't supply the handle and I found that a "chevy" window crank fits best.We chose a small billet style since I didn't require any leverage any longer. We had to cut away some of the materials of the inner door when we removed the door panels. We used a die grinder and a hand metal shear. Since there was no blueprints for this , we just positioned the splined crank with the hole in the panel thereby eliminating a need to "patch" the hole and install another window switch for the operation of the window raising and lowering. Once we determined where the switch "HAD" to be , we set out to secure it to the metal of the inner door frame. I took some photos but they're not very explanatory . We just winged it until everything was working then we did the opposite side in much the same way. I have the part number at work and I'll advise that info to you later if you want to tackle this. I recommend it . You should see the reaction when I demonstrate the window operation . I get a lot of positive comments. We ran the wiring for the switch through a loom we took off a Nissan car along with the wiring for the electric door locks and the alarm system. We were careful to secure the wire so that it didn't become entangled in the window regulators during their operations. I know this answer is lengthy but I'll try to put something together that may help you if you're interested in persuing this setup. Thanks for your interest. Chip
congrats Thanks Dennis: Hows the convertible project going ? I'm looking forward to seeing it when you're finished. Chip
The convertible got pushed aside for the 57 Ranchero, which got pushed aside for the 57 2 door wagon, which got pushed aside for my 71 Comet GT. The GT will be finished and hopefully the Ranchero sold. Might have to wait untill I retire before I get back to the convertible.
Congratulations on the coverage! You have a great looking and running car that is a credit to your hard work and ingenuity. Having seen it up close and personal, I can attest to it's beauty. Much deserved. Jim
Car Projects Hi again Dennis: I know the feeling. Sometimes there just isn't enough time to do all you plan to do along with other barriers which can stop a project like locating the correct part , finding an answer to a problem , etc. etc. We've all been there and I can relate to this. I viewed your photos of the convert and I can see that you would have to consider a LOT of various factors like windshield , top storage , mechanical parts fitting into the frame , electrical , ... thats a whole bunch of problems to solve before you can move to the finished product. I wish you success in your work and if its anything like your Maverick then it'll be pristine. Hope to see you at the next NPD show or sooner. Chip
COMET feature Hi Jim: Thank You ! I appreciate your kind words and encouragements. It is exciting to see the car in a magazine , especially a Ford oriented type. I'm looking forward to taking it on the next Hot Rod POWER TOUR. I had to miss this last one due to our being so busy at work but I'm going to try real hard to make the 2011. Have "you" ever considered making the tour? It would be great to have some more company . Chip
What a CAR !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! You did Comets and Mavericks proud. I liked who did your interior- bitchin sitchin. impressive article.
