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Dec 18, 2011 17:48:42 GMT
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OK, so I got the Christmas shopping done more quickly than I expected, so time for a little more car work today... got some etch primer on the bare metal areas   Also, a package arrived with my nearly-new Nivomat auto-leveling shocks, an ebay bargain after looking out for a long time.  And a photo of my new springs test fitted. (The twist is not a worry; top and bottom mounts will be parallel at the my designed ride height).  So, once again, Merry Christmas! John |
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Dec 31, 2011 18:09:32 GMT
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mirafioriman
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Dec 31, 2011 18:24:06 GMT
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Great work! Getting close to the final colour coats. I'm getting so very excited and it's not even my car  |
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Dec 31, 2011 19:06:47 GMT
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good stuff!!
happy new year!!
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johnrh
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Great work! Getting close to the final colour coats. I'm getting so very excited and it's not even my car Haha, yes, me too! good stuff!! happy new year!! Cheers, and you! John |
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Hi, another quick update. I am working my way round the car, wet flatting and getting each panel as good as possible. My process is: 1. Quick wet flat with large block to get the surface 60% right 2. Test coat - a light mist coat of black (shows up dents, after flatting) 3. Detailed flatting 4. Fill imperfections Once the whole car is done, and imperfections corrected, it will be primed again all-over and hopefully that layer will flat down to a good basis for the base-coat and lacquer.  A close-up showing typical high spots (grey primer underneath showing through the yellow) and low spots (mist coat still visible)  Surface filler sprayed on...  ... and flatted. The bonnet is quite poor, but getting there!   Boot-lid is very good  The doors have a few slight issues to correct, but are fairly good  The rear wings need some work, but I'm very pleased how well they've come out, considering both have had badly repaired accident damage in the car's past life, new wheelarch sections fitted in this project, and my flaring to accommodate the big wheels.  Rear panel still needs work - due to Volvo's wobbly pressing!  Front panel is good  Roof and front wings info to follow soon All for now John |
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mirafioriman
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Excellent progress. What spray filler are you using?
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This is one of my favourite bits, where all the hardwork starts to come to fruition
Great work and cant wait to see it in Paint
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johnrh
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Excellent progress. What spray filler are you using? I can't remember the brand just now... I'll check later. This is one of my favourite bits, where all the hardwork starts to come to fruition Great work and cant wait to see it in Paint Yep, me too. A nice solid, straight bodyshell is now starting to emerge from all the rusty, dented one that we started with! Cheers John |
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Do you not have an air fed mask? I wouldn't spray 2 pack without one  Car is looking good though |
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Exciting stuff! This 60% and 80% stuff is much better than I'd have it ...
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1969 Chevrolet 4x4 C10 Pickup
1969 VW extended cab pickup (doka)
1980 Volvo 240DL
1995 Mazda Miata MX-5
2007 Toyota FJ Cruiser
2007 Dodge Ram 2500 Cummins Diesel
2011 MK Indy R (building)
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Frustrating work, getting it all straight ready for paint, but as I've relearned recently (I really do know better!) it's best to spend as much time as possible getting the preparation done before the final coat, it saves so much effort when it comes to finishing off.
Really looking forward to seeing this become a completed car again, it's tantalisingly close.
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johnrh
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Frustrating work, getting it all straight ready for paint, but as I've relearned recently (I really do know better!) it's best to spend as much time as possible getting the preparation done before the final coat, it saves so much effort when it comes to finishing off. Really looking forward to seeing this become a completed car again, it's tantalisingly close. You're telling me! The bonnet is looking like a scale model of the Rocky Mountains at the moment... John |
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Jan 16, 2012 19:47:39 GMT
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There will a short pause in the project. I've had a hernia operation today so I need to give that time to heal before getting back onto the car work. Normal service will resume soon!
John
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Jan 16, 2012 19:54:43 GMT
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Hope you have a speedy recovery John
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Last Edit: Jan 17, 2012 9:56:11 GMT by johnrh
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mirafioriman
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Jan 17, 2012 18:42:14 GMT
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Get well soon but don't rush back too soon!
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Jan 17, 2012 19:47:40 GMT
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get well soon.
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Jan 17, 2012 21:07:05 GMT
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Looking brilliant! shame about the bonnet though. I'm dreading this stage of my build.
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