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rwhite692

05-25-2006, 08:47 PM

Not so much a progress update... but the rest of my Q-Link parts and housing arrived from DSE today and the workmanship on it is, as expected, first-rate, so I figured I'd post a few photos.

This housing is one stout piece. Thanks to Scott and the crew at DSE for taking good care of us. :thumbsup: -Rob

XcYZ

05-25-2006, 08:49 PM

Bet you can't wait to get it in the car! :yes:

rwhite692

05-25-2006, 09:16 PM

Bet you can't wait to get it in the car! :yes:

Scott...I can't wait to just get MYSELF into the SHOP. I have been extremely busy with work and family stuff lately, as we were discussing....and the baby should arrive any time now...

XcYZ

05-25-2006, 09:50 PM

Yeah man, June is almost here! :thumbsup:

awr68

05-25-2006, 10:00 PM

jonny51

05-25-2006, 11:08 PM

Looks very nice Rob!

Don't expect much free time when the baby arrives!!!! :D

rwhite692

05-26-2006, 05:40 AM

Looks very nice Rob!

Don't expect much free time when the baby arrives!!!! :D

Jonny I hear you man, how are your eyelids holding up these days? You guys must be on cloud 9!

rwhite692

05-26-2006, 05:44 AM

WHAT!! Baby!! did I know about this!?!?! Congrats!!!! :thumbsup:

Oh, and the car parts look sweet! Didn't know you were going the Banks TT route either....man the things I miss around here when I work on my car!! ;)

Hey Anthony, I might not have had a chance to email you, we are adopting a baby girl who will be born any day now. All of this situation has developed pretty rapidly over the last couple months and just really "firmed up" during early May... we are very excited. Everything is going well so far, and I will keep you posted! -Rob

jonny51

05-26-2006, 09:43 AM

Jonny I hear you man, how are your eyelids holding up these days? You guys must be on cloud 9!

We are doing pretty well with the sleep thing.

The free time to myslef is very very limited but she is well worth it :D

Best of luck to you.

awr68

05-26-2006, 05:03 PM

Hey Anthony, I might not have had a chance to email you, we are adopting a baby girl who will be born any day now. All of this situation has developed pretty rapidly over the last couple months and just really "firmed up" during early May... we are very excited. Everything is going well so far, and I will keep you posted! -Rob

Yeah your life is going to change!! :wow:
Well it couldn't happen to a better, more deserving, soon to be parent!! I'm VERY happy for you and your wife as I know how much you want a child!

Yep, free time is hit and miss, and the sleep is next to none for a while, but you will get into your groove and figure it all out....don't worry the car can still be built, you just have to make the most of your time!! :thumbsup:

Can't wait to see pics of your little angle!! :thumbsup:

aonghus

05-27-2006, 12:16 PM

my housing arrived yesterday from DSE, definately top notch stuff, I had them powdercoat it gloss black, thing is like staring into a black mirror.

my only qualm, why is it so hard for DSE to include the basic nuts and bolts ???
:willy:
Did you get hardware with your set-up?

rwhite692

05-27-2006, 04:23 PM

[QUOTE=my only qualm, why is it so hard for DSE to include the basic nuts and bolts ??? Did you get hardware with your set-up?[/QUOTE]

The only hardware included with mine, (and all that I expected) were the nuts for the center section, and also the vent was included. I imagine because I purchased the center section from them at the same time, the nuts were included.

They don't include bolts/nuts for the axle retainers probably because everyone will be doing their own thing with brakes and associated brackets, etc and so the bolt lengths need to match the application...

What additional fasteners were you expecting?

As a side note, I found the Qlink's hardware package to be very complete.

I plan to powdercoat the housing locally, after test fitting, etc.
Yours sounds like it's looking real nice...let's have some photos! :thumbsup:

tracy

05-27-2006, 08:22 PM

Mine came in yesterday too. I had it shipped to a different location and I cannot get to it until Monday. I can't wait to see it. Mine was ordered with the center section and black powder coated...I will send out pictures on Monday night...

Tracy

ohcbird

05-28-2006, 04:07 PM

aonghus

05-28-2006, 11:22 PM

http://www.bsmf.com/images/nessy68/housing.jpg

thar she blows.

Picture doesnt do it justice, yes I hauled it in my bedroom, as I've given up trying to keep new things clean in the garage while prepping the car for paint.

Don't get me wrong though, DSE is awesome to deal with, and always provides a quality product. I've just never ordered something from them and not had some sort of issue with the order. I ordered this set up at the Good Guys del Mar show on April 3rd, I was given some timeframes that were not accurate by months.

:: end rant ::

Can't wait to get this thing in the car...

rwhite692

05-30-2006, 07:36 AM

Rob-
I don't know you from Adam, but let me thank you for taking care of that child. It's actions like that by guys (and gals) like you that make America great. Just the fact that you guys WANT to be parents sets you down the right road in the first place. Thanks man.

OK- now that I've buttered you up; can you tell me how much that was from DSE? I'm assuming you got a new 9" hsg plus a chunk, right? I'm thinking about having them do just a housing.

Again- future congrats to you and momma.

JEFF

Hi Jeff- Thanks for the kind words. We have always known that we would adopt (my wife Michelle was adopted) and fertility problems made it the only option for us. We will probably adopt a second once we get situated with the first!

As to the DSE stuff, PM me...

Rob

rwhite692

05-30-2006, 07:39 AM

....yes I hauled it in my bedroom....

I like the idea but this would probably get me shot at my house... :D

Housing looks really nice in black!! :thumbsup:

61Bubbletop

05-31-2006, 10:40 AM

Congrats on your impending child :thumbsup:

Many times while wearing "car blinders" we lose sight of what is really important, family, children, friends etc...this event should give you a new perspective for sure :yes: Congrats again.. :thumbsup:

awr68

05-31-2006, 09:33 PM

It's almost June!! Make sure you both are getting your rest!! :D :thumbsup:

rwhite692

06-01-2006, 12:40 PM

Thanks Jeff for the kind words, and you are so right about that, ie, what is REALLY important...

Tony yes indeed we are getting ready and trying to get as much rest as we can...preparations are pretty much all in place...It will be "any day now" So we have our bags packed and in the car, ready to go at a moment's notice! (Only about 1.5 Hrs away)...

Beast2831

06-02-2006, 10:35 PM

This might seem like a silly question guys, but when putting in the DSE mini tub kit, do you have to section the frame? I got the mini tub kit and Im pretty green with this stuff. Im trying to get the 335s to fit. Any advise from you experts would be nice!!!! :bow:

XcYZ

06-02-2006, 10:42 PM

Yep, you have to section around 8 to 10 inches. It's pretty self explanatory when your fitting the tubs. :)

Beast2831

06-02-2006, 10:51 PM

Thanks, If you have any more advise or things to look for I would be greatful. Its my first time tub'n a car and Im nervous about it! Thanks again :)

XcYZ

06-02-2006, 11:05 PM

Well, the best thing is to work your way up to it. Get it close, then use a hand grinder to do the final fit. You can get it to fit like a glove. Also, some guys might cringe to hear this, but I found the best way to do the bulk of the cutting was by using a sawz-all.

Beast2831

06-02-2006, 11:24 PM

Yeeesss! Now we are talking! sawz-all! :unibrow: Thanks! Im sure I'll have more questions for yall down the road! I'm just a learning! If yall ever need to know how to.... shoot something or....... pull someone out of a car without using the door, just let me know! we cops have our uses :goofy: