80%Kits Archives - 1911 Builders

Steel & aluminum frames, multiple sizes & calibers:
https://www.1911builders.com/product-category/80kits/

80% 1911 FRAMES

Multiple calibers & styles:
http://www.urbansurvivalarms.com/80-1911-FRAMES_c_9.html

80% C-9 Billet Lower Receiver — Glock Style Mags

Can be setup for 9mm, 40 S&W, etc.
https://www.uspatriotarmory.com/store/80-1911-Frames-c32393369

80% 1911 Frames

Lower cost, less support than some vendors:
https://www.uspatriotarmory.com/store/80-1911-Frames-c32393369

Stealth Arms | 1911 80 Percent Build Kits | 80 Percent Frames

Aluminum or steel, caliber specific (9mm, 38 Super, 40 S&W, 10mm, 45ACP, etc.), 80% frames, guides, etc.
https://www.stealtharms.net/

KICKS for CMS & TSO

CICS Simulator:
http://www.kicksfortso.com/?fbclid=IwAR1PwOFc2wIHgWG8JjDFAxGySB1vY4taxNtk4cIuw__YXCDws2my7Dqde48

Turn your laptop into a portable mainframe

Emulate IBM Mainframes:
https://oofhours.com/2019/09/17/turn-your-laptop-into-a-portable-mainframe/

The $600 C4 to T5 transmission swap

https://www.hotrod.com/articles/ccrp-1206-600-dollar-five-speed-swap/
"Because the lowly T5 transmission boxes have served as the whipping boys for everything from Fox Mustangs to third-gen Camaros to light-duty trucks for decades, a junkyard T5 transmission can be had for as little as $200."
"In 1985, Ford switched to WC T5s all across the Fox platform, and several internal improvements were made."

Early Falcon 5-Speed manual transmission conversions

There is lots of information available on the Internet.  Here is one site with information for both 6-cylinder & V8 Engines:

https://www.moderndriveline.com/shop/solutions/ford-conversion-solutions/61-65-falcon-package/

Corvette (C4) L98 engine

In 1989, The Corvette L98 Was the Bargain Version of the ZR-1:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/in-1989-the-corvette-l98-was-the-bargain-version-of-the-zr-1/ar-BB196YBF

The L98 Engine - "Last Of The Classic Small-Block Chevys":
http://www.superchevy.com/features/1311-l98-engine-illustrated-corvette-designer-series/

Corvette L98 Engine Specs:  https://itstillruns.com/corvette-l98-engine-specs-7599889.html

How to Get More Horsepower Out of a Corvette L98:  https://itstillruns.com/horsepower-out-corvette-l98-7681095.html

1984-1996 C4 Corvette Bolt-On Mods to Make More Power:  https://www.corvsport.com/c4-corvette-bolt-on-mods/

Chevrolet Corvette (C4):  https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_Corvette_(C4)

Chevrolet small-block engine: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chevrolet_small-block_engine#L98
"The new 1985 L98 350 added tuned-port fuel injection "TPI", which was standard on all 1985–1991 Corvettes. It was rated at 230 hp (172 kW) for 1985–1986, 240 hp (179 kW) for 1987-1989 (245 hp (183 kW) with 3.08:1 rear axle ratio (1988-1989 only)), and 245 hp (183 kW) in 1990-1991 (250 hp (186 kW) with 3.08:1 rear axle). Aluminum cylinder heads (Corvette only) were released part way through the 1986 model run ..."

The Third-Generation Toyota MR2

Inexpensive, reliable, and great handling:
https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/enthusiasts/why-i-ve-fallen-in-love-with-the-third-generation-toyota-mr2/ar-BB197rkk
https://www.hagerty.com/media/car-profiles/third-gen-toyota-mr2-mid-engine-alternative/
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toyota_MR2
https://www.bespokecarbroker.com/toyotas-terrific-targa-the-mr2/
https://garagedreams.net/history/toyota-mr2-history-every-generation
https://www.autoweek.com/car-life/classic-cars/a34075879/heres-a-street-spotted-second-generation-toyota-mr2/

SpaceX Mars Base Alpha concept by Sotiris

Lots of detailed images:
https://www.humanmars.net/2020/09/spacex-mars-base-alpha-concept-by.html

Tuff Stuff Performance

Good review on the Corvette C3 FB site:
https://www.tuffstuffperformance.com/

10 Muscle Cars Under $10k

Cars with performance potential:

https://www.hotrod.com/articles/cheap-hot-rod-project-cars-under-10k/

Belt Mountain: Upgrade Ruger (& Colt) base pins

They have various styles (locking or not) and the latches also:

https://beltmountain.com/

The Unfortunately Unappreciated .38 Super.

Most often found in 1911s:
https://gunbelts.com/blog/38-super/

1975-78 Chevrolet Nova 9C1 Police package

The V8 Chevy Nova has lots of performance potential.  Some years can benefit from performance parts sold for Camaros & Firebirds, and some can benefit from the police package parts ...

1975-78 Chevrolet Nova Police Car (9C1 Police package):
https://www.autoweek.com/car-life/classic-cars/a33904607/1976-chevrolet-nova-is-perfect-for-police-on-a-tight-budget/

SUPER SPORTS - (Police Nova's): http://www.oocities.org/novaessess/SSpolice.htm
"Chevrolet used heaviest-duty Nova SS and Camaro Z28 suspension components and the brakes from the full-size Bel Air and Impala."
1978 "... was the last year for the police package Nova. In 1979, the baton would be passed to the downsized Malibu. While the Malibu 9C1 was less-heralded than the tradition-breaking Nova 9C1, the Malibu 9C1 was used in even larger numbers."

Chevy Nova COPO 9C1: https://msu.edu/~bellr/

9C1 (Chevrolet Police package): https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/9C1_(Chevrolet_Police_package)

Jay Leno in a 1978 Nova cop car: https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1110717_jay-leno-hits-the-beat-in-a-1978-chevy-nova-cop-car

 

Safe & Fireproof firearms storage.

How to Build a Gun Safe Room | DIY Gun Safe Room Guide and Tips - https://stuffoholics.com/build-a-gun-safe-room/
"Remember that it won't just be a room for storing your guns but there will be cabinets, safes and possibly a chair and a table that you can use for your gun maintenance. Also, you should be able to walk in the room."

How to Build a Gun Safe Room - https://www.gunmann.com/how-to-build-a-gun-safe-room/

Design and Build a Custom Gun Wall / Gun Room - https://www.secureitgunstorage.com/gun_wall_gun_room/

DIY- fire resistant gun room ideas - https://www.thektog.org/threads/diy-fire-resistant-gun-room.219250/

How to Build a Walk-In Gun Vault (Cheaply!) - https://www.nrafamily.org/articles/2020/5/23/how-to-build-a-walk-in-gun-vault-cheaply/

Build A Gun Safe Room In Your Home - https://fortifiedestate.com/build-gun-safe-room/

How to Build a Gun Safe Room - https://keepgunssafe.com/how-to-build-gun-safe-room/

How To Build Your Own Safe Room -  https://www.personaldefenseworld.com/2015/11/how-to-build-your-own-safe-room/

Myths of Fire-Rated Walls & Doors - https://www.buellinspections.com/myths-fire-rated-walls-doors-house-garage/

How to Fireproof Walls - https://homeguides.sfgate.com/fireproof-walls-100662.html

How to Install a Firewall Ceiling in a Garage - https://homeguides.sfgate.com/install-firewall-ceiling-garage-63618.html
"...  When installing a second layer of drywall, stagger the joints so the second layer of panels does not align on the same joists as the first layer."
"... some local codes require the use of both fire-rated compound and fire-rated drywall tape. If the ceiling contains any lights or fixtures, they must meet fire code, and the perimeter of the fixtures requires the application of fire-rated sealant or caulking to meet code."

SNS: Coated Cast Bullets

Recommended in a post on FB.

https://snscasting.com/

"Over the years, we have noticed one common theme when it comes to dirty/leaded barrels...Powders with fast and or hot burn rates.  Here is a link to a powder burn rate chart.  We recommend powders with burn rates slower than the top 15 on this list, with the exceptions being Ramshot Competition, Red Dot, and N310. 

We HIGHLY recommend checking out "Alliant Sport Pistol."  It's an excellent, cheap, and readily available powder that is made specifically for coated bullets.  There are plenty of other options out there, so please stay away from very fast/hot burning powders with our coated bullets.  Thank you! "

20 Old-School 4x4s for Kicking Your Off-Road Game Up a Notch

https://www.caranddriver.com/features/g26575210/awesome-old-school-suvs/

NASA Discovered a Faster, Cheaper Way of Getting to The Moon... And Patented It

https://www.businessinsider.com./nasa-patent-moon-travel-farside-lunar-orbit-dapper-dark-ages-2020-8?r=US&IR=T

Civilian Legal Flash-Bangs

https://www.militarytimes.com/off-duty/gearscout/irons/2019/05/07/you-are-100-going-to-want-a-few-of-these-civilian-legal-flashbangs-when-theyre-back-in-stock/