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bdahlg68
06-07-2015, 03:25 PM
THEY ALL RUST THERE.....not unusual at all.
Yup. Half my cowl came out with my windshield.
Spiffav8
06-07-2015, 08:52 PM
THEY ALL RUST THERE.....not unusual at all. There will be more.
Tell my girlfriend it's time for her to get that third full time job.
Yup. Half my cowl came out with my windshield.
Oddly enough...I have never seen this before. LMAO
Greg...I'll be happy when she's just working full time again. Anything to get her out of the house.
Sorry to see that Curtis. :shakehead:
It's not bad. Still...when you're all sleepy eyed, just waking up and sipping your morning cup of coffee, pictures like this get your attention pretty quick.
Spiffav8
09-10-2015, 07:29 AM
Finally a little progress on the car and it looks like things will move forward steadily from here on out. Yeah right....
We just got the car back from the stripper. So much for a repaint. Like everyone else that's done this, I had hope that the body would be fairly solid and I was happy to see that the floors and trunk pan looked good. HOWEVER....there's some rust in some strange places and the drip rails are trashed. It can all be fixed with just a little more $$....right!
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-BPqHVxX/0/L/i-BPqHVxX-L.jpg
Probably not going to work as advertised.
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-c49Frbj/0/L/i-c49Frbj-L.jpg
The roof is pitted pretty bad. Thinking is that a blanket or something was stored on top of the car.
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-ngvx3Gb/0/L/i-ngvx3Gb-L.jpg
camcojb
09-10-2015, 07:32 AM
I would still consider that fairly solid.
Spiffav8
09-10-2015, 07:35 AM
This was the big surprise for me. Never would have guessed this was lurking beneath the paint.
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-Sjd4k7H/0/L/i-Sjd4k7H-L.jpg
Seriously...who does this?
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-G783hKh/0/L/i-G783hKh-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-XW4MRhR/0/L/i-XW4MRhR-L.jpg
Always best to end things on a good note...right? Hopefully the body will catch up to this level before long.
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-gg3C8GF/0/L/i-gg3C8GF-L.jpg
I was just going to delete the front bumper and leave the holes....apparently that's not allowed. :twak:
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-Ln6PLwb/0/L/i-Ln6PLwb-L.jpg
Spiffav8
09-10-2015, 07:38 AM
I would still consider that fairly solid.
Agreed. Just rusted in strange places compared to a lot of what we see. I can't wait to see it all smoothed out and purdy before paint.
Spiffav8
09-10-2015, 07:50 AM
The plan is to smooth the firewall and tighten up a few areas on the body. I want to keep a somewhat stock/factory look, but just a bit nicer/cleaner/smoother.
To do that we will smooth the firewall, shave the door and trunk locks and remove a few seams. Nothing to crazy.....well for this crowd. The guys at work all look at me like I am insane.
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-k6DZgJB/0/L/i-k6DZgJB-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-wRSKWft/0/L/i-wRSKWft-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-rh89QJf/0/L/i-rh89QJf-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-nQ2Lwcf/0/L/i-nQ2Lwcf-L.jpg
This was the big surprise for me. Never would have guessed this was lurking beneath the paint.
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-Sjd4k7H/0/L/i-Sjd4k7H-L.jpg
Seriously...who does this?
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-G783hKh/0/L/i-G783hKh-L.jpg
Based on trunk inspections I'd bet money my car is very similar to this.......possibly worse. As it doesn't affect the way it drives, I'll just continue to play ostrich and consider the bondo traction ballast. :sieg:
Ron in SoCal
09-10-2015, 08:15 AM
To do that we will smooth the firewall, shave the door and trunk locks and remove a few seams. Nothing to crazy.....well for this crowd. The guys at work all look at me like I am insane.
You work?? :lol:
Just a thought - be careful with that upper trunk panel seam. It's a flex area and I've seen success and failure there on painted cars.
:cheers:
paulk68
09-10-2015, 08:20 AM
awesome to see some updates, keep them coming.
fleet
09-10-2015, 09:26 AM
Well, I can see why ya bought it Curtis...probably looked good during one of your 20,000 ft flyovers.
:D
Flash68
09-10-2015, 09:51 AM
Just wrap it and call it good.
awr68
09-10-2015, 10:44 AM
Nice to see updates! He will have all the ugly gone in no time and looking correct! I agree, pics of it in final primer will be awesome!
Vince@Meanstreets
09-10-2015, 12:08 PM
Based on trunk inspections I'd bet money my car is very similar to this.......possibly worse. As it doesn't affect the way it drives, I'll just continue to play ostrich and consider the bondo traction ballast. :sieg:
ya, that's standard body shop stuff. That's why I always say, if the paint is nice leave it. You don't what to know whats under it.
Spiffav8
09-10-2015, 01:27 PM
Well, I can see why ya bought it Curtis...probably looked good during one of your 20,000 ft flyovers.
:D
Everything is 20/20 from that altitude.
Just wrap it and call it good.
Now you're talking. Maybe a big Unicorn on the hood. :confused59:
You work?? :lol:
Just a thought - be careful with that upper trunk panel seam. It's a flex area and I've seen success and failure there on painted cars.
:cheers:
I'm in good hands, but thank you for the heads up. Oh and yeah...I work! lol
awesome to see some updates, keep them coming.
Thanks brother. Hopefully things will progress steady from here on out.
Nice to see updates! He will have all the ugly gone in no time and looking correct! I agree, pics of it in final primer will be awesome!
Oh yeah...and I love final primer pics for some reason.
ya, that's standard body shop stuff. That's why I always say, if the paint is nice leave it. You don't what to know whats under it.
After everything we've seen here it shouldn't surprise me. I suppose it does because of the level of work guys here do. We actually care about our cars. lol
Vince@Meanstreets
09-10-2015, 02:34 PM
Everything is 20/20 from that altitude.
Now you're talking. Maybe a big Unicorn on the hood. :confused59:
I'm in good hands, but thank you for the heads up. Oh and yeah...I work! lol
Thanks brother. Hopefully things will progress steady from here on out.
Oh yeah...and I love final primer pics for some reason.
After everything we've seen here it shouldn't surprise me. I suppose it does because of the level of work guys here do. We actually care about our cars. lol
Very true but most are not able to afford Roadster shop, Goolsby or Ironworks style metal work. I've seen $20-25K paint jobs with rough work like this under it before.
GregWeld
09-10-2015, 04:07 PM
Very true but most are not able to afford Roadster shop, Goolsby or Ironworks style metal work. I've seen $20-25K paint jobs with rough work like this under it before.
When I was a teenager -- I worked at Gateway Body and Fender (still in business) -- sweeping floors and stacking parts and occasionally putting on some headlight trim...
We got a 55/56/57 Thunderbird in ----- there were holes in it at some point -- so the previous repair used STEEL WOOL as a backer and mudded over that... well you know that the steel wool didn't last more than a month or two in Oregon's climate... OMG...
The invention of BONDO is what allows work like this to take place...
Musclerodz
09-10-2015, 05:50 PM
Good news is, you know the drill on how a build goes. The bad news is you know the drill on how a build goes.
Spiffav8
09-10-2015, 06:40 PM
Good news is, you know the drill on how a build goes. The bad news is you know the drill on how a build goes.
:lol: Truth!
Vince@Meanstreets
09-10-2015, 06:53 PM
Good news is, you know the drill on how a build goes. The bad news is you know the drill on how a build goes.
Truth! lol
LOL very true!!! :lmao:
Curtis. What a bummer, sorry to to see that. I would never have imagined that to be under the paint. Especially the quarter as my understanding was it was painted a long time ago and nothing was showing that would indicate an issue like that. Glad your making some progress on it.
hersheys69z
09-10-2015, 08:26 PM
You guys need to remember there was a time these cars were just cheap used cars that got bad gas mileage and people were not that worried about how they were fixed back then
Spiffav8
09-11-2015, 05:39 PM
Curtis. What a bummer, sorry to to see that. I would never have imagined that to be under the paint. Especially the quarter as my understanding was it was painted a long time ago and nothing was showing that would indicate an issue like that. Glad your making some progress on it.
They are all hiding something! It's not a big deal and I expected something. I crawled all over the car before buying it and after, I never saw a sign of anything being replaced. It will be fixed and looking good in no time.
You guys need to remember there was a time these cars were just cheap used cars that got bad gas mileage and people were not that worried about how they were fixed back then
That's true. Perhaps it's just me. I believe in doing things right the first time. Just the way I was taught, but they maybe this was someone learning or something. No biggie.
intocarss
09-12-2015, 05:19 PM
Sorry to see you found some hidden issues. We all know it'll be done 110% the right way when you're done with it.
awr68
09-12-2015, 09:06 PM
There are some real bondo artists. When I first striped my car 13 years ago one of the original fenders looked mint. Then I found out after getting it to bare metal that a 1/4 of the fender was filler! Never could tell with paint on it. You are correct in saying they all are hiding something....but they all can be fixed.
waynieZ
09-13-2015, 06:05 PM
Sorry to see this Curtis, not the kind of surprise you like to get.
Spiffav8
09-18-2015, 09:29 AM
Sorry to see this Curtis, not the kind of surprise you like to get.
There are some real bondo artists. When I first striped my car 13 years ago one of the original fenders looked mint. Then I found out after getting it to bare metal that a 1/4 of the fender was filler! Never could tell with paint on it. You are correct in saying they all are hiding something....but they all can be fixed.
Sorry to see you found some hidden issues. We all know it'll be done 110% the right way when you're done with it.
It's not a big deal and I expected something. We all hope it will be that it will be perfect, but they never are. It'll be good to go in no time!
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
waynieZ
09-18-2015, 08:55 PM
"We all hope that it will be perfect, but they never are."
Aint that the truth!
Nine Ball
09-20-2015, 11:33 PM
So I'm sitting here in Africa, and had plenty of time to read this entire thread. All caught up. :)
Not surprised about the windshield rust, luckily that is an easy/cheap fix on that area. My first red '69 project had the same issue. The hidden stuff beneath the paint seems awfully familiar, oh yeah my car was like that. Hahaha
I was kidding with my body guy a couple weeks ago, after having gone through this same thing as you are. I should have just bought a Dynacorn body to begin with. Doh!
Looking forward to the updates. If that were my car, I'd keep it white. Very few clean bright white (not Dover white) Camaros out there.
Tony
Sparks67
09-21-2015, 08:43 AM
Seriously...who does this?
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-G783hKh/0/L/i-G783hKh-L.jpg
I started a frame off restoration on my 67 RS Camaro io December 2004 in a friend's Dad's garage. There was 3 quarter panels welded on driver side and 2 quarter panels on passenger side. There was also steel (not aluminum) pepsi can used on the quarter panels. I bought mine out of a barn in 1983, but I always wondered what was under the quarter panels. I never took any photos of the quarter panels,but you will find all sort things under paint. My 67 RS Camaro is probably the longest build on Lateral-g.net, but it is at Sled Alley now. If you plan to eliminate the front bumper, then you might want to remove the fender extensions seam. Depends if your shop can do it in lead, but mine is weld solid and smoothed in lead. I had to keep the front bumper, but it is due to the state front license plate laws. I will post a thread of it soon.
Jeff
Spiffav8
09-21-2015, 04:41 PM
So I'm sitting here in Africa, and had plenty of time to read this entire thread. All caught up. :)
Not surprised about the windshield rust, luckily that is an easy/cheap fix on that area. My first red '69 project had the same issue. The hidden stuff beneath the paint seems awfully familiar, oh yeah my car was like that. Hahaha
I was kidding with my body guy a couple weeks ago, after having gone through this same thing as you are. I should have just bought a Dynacorn body to begin with. Doh!
Looking forward to the updates. If that were my car, I'd keep it white. Very few clean bright white (not Dover white) Camaros out there.
Tony
They have some interesting beers there. White is on the short list!
I started a frame off restoration on my 67 RS Camaro io December 2004 in a friend's Dad's garage. There was 3 quarter panels welded on driver side and 2 quarter panels on passenger side. There was also steel (not aluminum) pepsi can used on the quarter panels. I bought mine out of a barn in 1983, but I always wondered what was under the quarter panels. I never took any photos of the quarter panels,but you will find all sort things under paint. My 67 RS Camaro is probably the longest build on Lateral-g.net, but it is at Sled Alley now. If you plan to eliminate the front bumper, then you might want to remove the fender extensions seam. Depends if your shop can do it in lead, but mine is weld solid and smoothed in lead. I had to keep the front bumper, but it is due to the state front license plate laws. I will post a thread of it soon.
Jeff
Yeah...opening one of these cars up is always an adventure. The Pepsi can is pretty crazy and 3 quarter panels? That's nuts!
New parts are on the way and it should be quick. It's just part of the process, but one that makes you go :confused59: for sure. LMAO
Spiffav8
09-22-2015, 03:35 PM
I mentioned that the drip rails where trashed and would need replacing. Well we looked a little deeper and found that the roof skin was going to need replacing in addition. Doing so will be faster and less expensive than trying to patch or repair.
A new roof skin has already been picked up! There is a chance that some of the roof bracing will have to be replaced, but we won't know for sure till the skin is off. :underchair:
:superhack:
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-C6ZPnps/0/L/i-C6ZPnps-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-v4w4BMT/0/L/i-v4w4BMT-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-G4tsBDB/0/L/i-G4tsBDB-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-vWxv98S/0/L/i-vWxv98S-L.jpg
Sonar Chief
09-22-2015, 04:16 PM
I mentioned that the drip rails where trashed and would need replacing. Well we looked a little deeper and found that the roof skin was going to need replacing in addition. Doing so will be faster and less expensive than trying to patch or repair.
A new roof skin has already been picked up! There is a chance that some of the roof bracing will have to be replaced, but we won't know for sure till the skin is off. :underchair:
:superhack:
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-C6ZPnps/0/L/i-C6ZPnps-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-v4w4BMT/0/L/i-v4w4BMT-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-G4tsBDB/0/L/i-G4tsBDB-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-vWxv98S/0/L/i-vWxv98S-L.jpg
Uggg.... that's ugly fer sure :disgusted: Your are doing it right by replacing the offending parts and then you can sleep at night knowing it was done right!
awr68
09-23-2015, 01:09 PM
Curtis, any idea where this car spent most of it's life?
Spiffav8
09-23-2015, 09:29 PM
Curtis, any idea where this car spent most of it's life?
CALIFORNIA :lol:
I think it was originally a soft top car....it's about to be a vert! LMAO
Nah it's not really a big deal in my book. I fully expected to replace the floor and trunk pan. Kind of odd that it's the other way around, but whatever. Nothing is original these days and I'm not trying to keep it that way.
awr68
09-23-2015, 09:35 PM
CALIFORNIA :lol:
Didn't see that coming! LOL
Curtis,mine was from California to!!!:hairpullout: :sarcasm_smiley:
Spiffav8
09-24-2015, 09:46 AM
Curtis,mine was from California to!!!:hairpullout: :sarcasm_smiley:
LMFAO! :lmao:
Panteracer
09-24-2015, 03:22 PM
We have one of my buddies Panteras in my shop
that is from San Diego.. boy the rust that I can see
on that car scares me... Kali don't mean anything
Bob
LS7 Z/28
09-24-2015, 06:04 PM
As nice as that car looked when you bought it I never would have thought that you were going to paint it, but I'm glad you went the route you did. l feel your pain, like a lot of people on this forum. I don't think you can ever truly trust someone you buy a car from whether complete or just a shell. I think anyone who is putting serious money into a project needs to go back start from nothing and have it blasted. Starting from square one is the only way to ensure you get a final product that you deserve after putting in all the work and money. It's frustrating as hell, but I'm sure it will be worth it in the end.
Spiffav8
09-24-2015, 08:11 PM
We have one of my buddies Panteras in my shop
that is from San Diego.. boy the rust that I can see
on that car scares me... Kali don't mean anything
Bob
Still better than East Coast cars, but yeah...not what we picture. Hope you will do a build thread on that Pantera. :poke:
As nice as that car looked when you bought it I never would have thought that you were going to paint it, but I'm glad you went the route you did. l feel your pain, like a lot of people on this forum. I don't think you can ever truly trust someone you buy a car from whether complete or just a shell. I think anyone who is putting serious money into a project needs to go back start from nothing and have it blasted. Starting from square one is the only way to ensure you get a final product that you deserve after putting in all the work and money. It's frustrating as hell, but I'm sure it will be worth it in the end.
The car needed paint. Eight footer kinda thing. I was going to wait, but...projects snowball. Oddly I told myself I would never take one down to bare metal, but as you stated, it's the only way to know for sure. Jeff, Jim, Jody, Greg Weld, Seig, Steve Rupp and a few others where here at the house during SEMA 2014 and they all looked over the car. All experts on these cars and none of them saw any signs. Well other than what looked like a few paint bubbles on the roof. I think I would have been more surprised if it didn't need at least one panel.
I'm guessing a magnet may be one of the best detectives.
Spiffav8
09-24-2015, 09:45 PM
I'm guessing a magnet may be one of the best detectives.
This is true. I would have thought Jim and his maneuver with the paint scraper on the roof would have found it. That still haunts me. :faint:
This is true. I would have thought Jim and his maneuver with the paint scraper on the roof would have found it. That still haunts me. :faint:I haven't taken one to my car, I can't afford too. Nor do I want to know as I think it will survive my lifetime. LOL
If it gets hit the 26 year old lacquer paint job and body work could cause problems depending on the line the insurance company takes. :sieg:
Spiffav8
09-25-2015, 02:36 PM
I haven't taken one to my car, I can't afford too. Nor do I want to know as I think it will survive my lifetime. LOL
If it gets hit the 26 year old lacquer paint job and body work could cause problems depending on the line the insurance company takes. :sieg:
Better keep Jim out of your garage or at the minimum hide all your paint scrapers!
Nine Ball
09-26-2015, 01:46 AM
I'm guessing a magnet may be one of the best detectives.
Rust is still magnetic. Doh!
I'm seriously going to start with a Dynacorn next time.
Better keep Jim out of your garage or at the minimum hide all your paint scrapers!
If Jim leaves a $35K deposit (verified funds) he can scrape away!
PS - You really should buy Jim a magnet. :D
GregWeld
09-26-2015, 07:11 AM
Rust is still magnetic. Doh!
I'm seriously going to start with a Dynacorn next time.
Better read the GPR thread on the Dynacorn mustang body --- only 600 hours to get it ready to paint... Just FYI if you think they're buy one, and paint it...
http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=37578&page=8
awr68
09-26-2015, 10:57 AM
I still think buying a complete driving car is the way to go...even if it needs some panel replacement. All the parts you can take off and sell to fund other parts. Also, all the needed little parts and pieces and hardware really add up! I bought a roller and was shocked at how many parts it was missing.
Curtis, as you know it's in very good hands! Don't be shy with posting pics! T
Flash68
09-26-2015, 01:06 PM
The car needed paint. Eight footer kinda thing.
Yeah... 8 footers suck! :lol:
Vegas69
09-26-2015, 03:16 PM
These cars are now nearly a half century old. Definitely could be much worse like Mario's crusher. :lol:
I'll take the eight footer full of bondo so I can beat the living crap out of it. :lol:
Spiffav8
09-26-2015, 10:40 PM
I still think buying a complete driving car is the way to go...even if it needs some panel replacement. All the parts you can take off and sell to fund other parts. Also, all the needed little parts and pieces and hardware really add up! I bought a roller and was shocked at how many parts it was missing.
Curtis, as you know it's in very good hands! Don't be shy with posting pics! T
I couldn't agree more. With all the parts I was able to sell, I recouped a nice chunk of change to put back into the car. So far, it's worked out well.
I hope to have a few more pictures next week.
Yeah... 8 footers suck! :lol:
Mine hand more than a few spots that looked like toothpaste had been used as touch up paint. Some pretty high up the car to. It wasn't horrid, but it wouldn't take long for it to get there.
These cars are now nearly a half century old. Definitely could be much worse like Mario's crusher. :lol:
I'll take the eight footer full of bondo so I can beat the living crap out of it. :lol:
Yeah not bad for it's age. I agree that there's a lot to be said about the Eight Footer and the way you treat them. I can't tell you how tempting Flat Black is for that very reason.
Nine Ball
09-27-2015, 05:25 AM
Better read the GPR thread on the Dynacorn mustang body --- only 600 hours to get it ready to paint... Just FYI if you think they're buy one, and paint it...
http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=37578&page=8
I certainly understand they are not paint-ready, but they are rust-free. I had to do all of what is shown on that GPR Mustang, and more, on my '69 build. I guarantee I've got far more into this rolling chassis than a Dynacorn would have set me back, because I still had to purchase the car first. Most of which, was not re-used at all. http://www.lateral-g.net/forums/showthread.php4?t=51144
Thinking "rust free" doesn't exist any longer, unless you buy a car that was properly restored in the first place.
tmadden
09-27-2015, 07:59 PM
You're doing it right the 1st time. You'll be much happier with no worries
waynieZ
09-27-2015, 10:02 PM
A set back, but it will be sweet when your done! I hope it's smooth sailing from now on.
Spiffav8
10-05-2015, 10:49 AM
The car has entered my favorite part of a build and is moving forward. I really dig seeing the progress.
What we found
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-Sjd4k7H/0/L/i-Sjd4k7H-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-G783hKh/0/L/i-G783hKh-L.jpg
Jim repaired the lower rather than replace it.
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-jWzvdwP/0/L/i-jWzvdwP-L.jpg
I like a "smooth" tail pan, so the seams where welded and filled. I hope this will give the car a cleaner look/vibe.
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-P3fCLPg/0/L/i-P3fCLPg-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-79mFwms/0/L/i-79mFwms-L.jpg
Getting there. Yes, I shaved the trunk lock.
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-X2nNBVP/0/L/i-X2nNBVP-L.jpg
http://www.smugmug.com/photos/i-4mW9b5d/0/L/i-4mW9b5d-L.jpg
awr68
10-05-2015, 06:28 PM
Looking great! Is the mini-tub done?
Spiffav8
10-05-2015, 09:07 PM
Looking great! Is the mini-tub done?
Yeah we had Russ do those here in Vegas. He also installed the rear clip for me. He's good people.
awr68
10-05-2015, 09:27 PM
Yeah we had Russ do those here in Vegas. He also installed the rear clip for me. He's good people.
Yes, yes he is!
Flash68
10-06-2015, 10:06 AM
I agree that there's a lot to be said about the Eight Footer and the way you treat them. I can't tell you how tempting Flat Black is for that very reason.
So how ARE you going to treat this car? ::gitrdun:
Spiffav8
10-06-2015, 10:53 AM
So how ARE you going to treat this car? ::gitrdun:
I know...sigh. The amount of track time I will see is minimal, so it won't get used like yours does. I am temped to build another one that's much more of a track car than a driver. I actually looked at one this morning.
:G-Dub:
so it won't get used like yours does.
WHAT!! Used??
:snapout:
Flash68
10-06-2015, 11:05 AM
I know...sigh. The amount of track time I will see is minimal, so it won't get used like yours does. I am temped to build another one that's much more of a track car than a driver. I actually looked at one this morning.
:G-Dub:
Sigh? No way, I am envious of the touring cars around here like yours will be. :D
Car and plan are both looking great!
Spiffav8
10-06-2015, 01:25 PM
WHAT!! Used??
:snapout:
Sigh? No way, I am envious of the touring cars around here like yours will be. :D
Car and plan are both looking great!
It'll get driven...a lot! Just wont see the track very often is all.
awr68
10-06-2015, 03:01 PM
It'll get driven...a lot! Just wont see the track very often is all.
As long as it gets used....street or track....it's all good! I know you actually use them and that's great! :thumbsup:
Get any spray outs yet?
Spiffav8
10-06-2015, 03:50 PM
As long as it gets used....street or track....it's all good! I know you actually use them and that's great! :thumbsup:
Get any spray outs yet?
I did one and it was horrible. lol I need to have another one done. Just to much happening at the moment.
Vegas69
10-06-2015, 08:14 PM
Track or street car, pick one. You are going the right way, Plus, I hear pilots are lousy race car drivers.
fleet
10-06-2015, 08:37 PM
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Spiffav8
10-06-2015, 10:13 PM
Track or street car, pick one. Yes....that's my answer.
You are going the right way, Man I hope so.
Plus, I hear pilots are lousy race car drivers. True...it's very frustrating to be honest. It's kinda slow, there's no ground controller to tell you where to go and no one ever numbers the taxi ways!
Spiffav8
11-20-2015, 03:15 PM
Overdue on updates here. Life has kept me busy recently but thankfully the car is in good hands and progressing. It seems a little weird that this is my car. I really didn't get to dive it much before we disassembled it and sent it off. In a way it's kind of like I don't have a car and I am watching someone another build. Pretty sure I'll just sit in the garage and stare once it makes it home.
The metal repair is finished and thankfully wasn't nearly as bad as it looked. She has a new roof, drip rails and few small patches. The body work has begun and it looks like my man started at the tail pan and is working his way forward. Pretty exciting time and my favorite part of any build.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-MTzqnzg/0/M/i-MTzqnzg-M.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-fSwWPCH/0/L/i-fSwWPCH-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-zgsQZnW/0/L/i-zgsQZnW-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-d9tpXGp/0/L/i-d9tpXGp-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-qpvTQMf/0/L/i-qpvTQMf-L.jpg
Spiffav8
11-20-2015, 03:21 PM
Swapped out the package tray. The one that was in there looked like the speaker holes had been opened with a chain saw and a small hole repair by the rear bumper area.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-hHfGxs3/0/L/i-hHfGxs3-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-8c6Qfpv/0/L/i-8c6Qfpv-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-W86ssWz/0/L/i-W86ssWz-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-TQMjGcB/0/L/i-TQMjGcB-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-T35Tbrt/0/L/i-T35Tbrt-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-3grVbW3/0/L/i-3grVbW3-L.jpg
Spiffav8
11-20-2015, 03:28 PM
Sounds like Drip Rails are a pain in the a$$ to replace. Brent and a few others tried to convince me to go without them and I'll admit that looking at Snowblind by EBMC at SEMA made the idea tempting. (That car is just wicked on every level) But it's not for me and we kept them.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-cbc4nHt/0/L/i-cbc4nHt-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-pZBs2Bc/0/L/i-pZBs2Bc-L.jpg
I do have photos with the new roof and drip rails, but must not have up loaded them to Smug Mug. I'll get back to those.
Spiffav8
11-20-2015, 03:36 PM
I find it funny how we start to view our projects as a drain especially when they are away at a shop. I know I am in good hands, but seeing the cash go out and not having the car at home or even close makes it seem like throwing cash into a bottomless pit. When I started getting these pictures all of that went away...instantly! This if my favorite part of a build. Hard to believe it's my car...weird.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-6mqS4ZV/0/L/i-6mqS4ZV-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Gm94Vdp/0/L/i-Gm94Vdp-L.jpg
Welded and smoothed.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-qRnr9FG/0/L/i-qRnr9FG-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-c2Rz5cF/0/L/i-c2Rz5cF-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-XLjmrRG/0/L/i-XLjmrRG-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-4mW9b5d/0/L/i-4mW9b5d-L.jpg
Spiffav8
11-20-2015, 03:40 PM
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-SFjz3nk/0/L/i-SFjz3nk-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-bT4fpLd/0/L/i-bT4fpLd-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-xBQQBRV/0/L/i-xBQQBRV-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-G6GdLZK/0/L/i-G6GdLZK-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-j4PvRFX/0/L/i-j4PvRFX-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-cXqjf6q/0/L/i-cXqjf6q-L.jpg
Spiffav8
11-20-2015, 03:46 PM
:D
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-RtpGHhB/0/L/i-RtpGHhB-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-dhnRBFc/0/L/i-dhnRBFc-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-HH5mMHH/0/L/i-HH5mMHH-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-477jt2k/0/L/i-477jt2k-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-mcJThdz/0/L/i-mcJThdz-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-nbVp8fV/0/L/i-nbVp8fV-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-8H3wLMC/0/L/i-8H3wLMC-L.jpg
:captain:
tubbed69
11-20-2015, 06:32 PM
Glad to see all the progress Curtis I bet your getting excited:thumbsup:
Sonar Chief
11-20-2015, 06:59 PM
Man she's looking good! Keep us posted with pics ...
Michael
awr68
11-20-2015, 07:01 PM
Looking great! Nice to see all the progress! Jim has been hard at it and really putting in the needed sanding hours! Go Jim!
Musclerodz
11-20-2015, 07:22 PM
Looks awesome!
tom091074
11-20-2015, 09:53 PM
I like the seamless look!
paulk68
11-21-2015, 01:31 AM
awesome updates can not wait to see more!!!
waynieZ
11-21-2015, 08:10 AM
Curtis I'm glad to see all the progress, it looks like its moving along now. I'm happy for you.
tmadden
11-21-2015, 06:31 PM
Looking great bro. Keep it up. Can't wait to see it up and rolling.
awr68
11-22-2015, 01:18 PM
Did we decide on a color yet?
trevor572
11-22-2015, 03:26 PM
Hi. I have only read the second half of your build thread. Firstly, I am glad the body work is all but done and you're pretty much ready for paint. Your panel and paint shop seem to have communicated well throughout the whole process, and done a great job.
It's going to be nice to have the car home, Tony beat me to it.😊 but dying to know if you've chosen a colour yet and how much of the trim you'll be putting back on? Cheers Trevor.
Spiffav8
11-22-2015, 07:00 PM
Glad to see all the progress Curtis I bet your getting excited:thumbsup:
Man she's looking good! Keep us posted with pics ...
Michael
Looking great! Nice to see all the progress! Jim has been hard at it and really putting in the needed sanding hours! Go Jim!
Looks awesome!
I like the seamless look!
awesome updates can not wait to see more!!!
Curtis I'm glad to see all the progress, it looks like its moving along now. I'm happy for you.
Looking great bro. Keep it up. Can't wait to see it up and rolling.
Did we decide on a color yet?
Hi. I have only read the second half of your build thread. Firstly, I am glad the body work is all but done and you're pretty much ready for paint. Your panel and paint shop seem to have communicated well throughout the whole process, and done a great job.
It's going to be nice to have the car home, Tony beat me to it.�� but dying to know if you've chosen a colour yet and how much of the trim you'll be putting back on? Cheers Trevor.
Thanks guys! I am really stoked about the progress. Jim is doing great work and I am very lucky to have someone with his passion and talent working on my car. The plan is to have Jim install anything that I would probably damage the paint doing myself. Soooo....basically everything. New glass, trim, RS kit, tail lights, door handles etc.
As for the amount of trim...The plan is to just use the window trim. I am running stock left and right side mirrors and stock door handles. We shaved the door and trunk locks and will not run any emblems.
As for color....I am set on silver, the bigger question is which one. There's a reason I asked you about yours Trevor. Hopefully you'll post up a few more before to long.
trevor572
11-22-2015, 09:42 PM
No worries, I will be away this weekend, but if I can organise someone to give me a hand to get the car in and out of the shed the following weekend ( it's a bit uphill ) I will try to get some photos in different light conditions for you, weather permitting. It's a colour that really flips and highlights the body lines. Cheers.
awr68
11-23-2015, 08:46 PM
As for color....I am set on silver, the bigger question is which one. lol
YES! We have a color! Black stripes or no stripes?
It's going to look timeless and clean! Love it!
Spiffav8
11-23-2015, 11:34 PM
YES! We have a color! Black stripes or no stripes?
It's going to look timeless and clean! Love it!
:EmoteClueless: I'm just making this up as I go.
WSSix
11-25-2015, 08:13 AM
Nice update, Curtis! Glad things are moving along nicely for you. Silver is a great color on these cars. I would suggest a silver like Trevor has on his car. Kind of has a champagne flash to it at certain angles. Good luck whatever you decide.
waynieZ
11-25-2015, 10:58 AM
:EmoteClueless: I'm just making this up as I go.
I think that's really the only way to get things done on these projects ! lol
Musclerodz
11-25-2015, 06:29 PM
Do you want a blinding silver or a subtle one?
Spiffav8
11-25-2015, 07:43 PM
Do you want a blinding silver or a subtle one?
No I'm not looking to cause any traffic accidents, but I don't want it to blend in either.
Got a suggestion?
fleet
11-25-2015, 07:48 PM
You'll figure it out. :P
Spiffav8
11-25-2015, 07:59 PM
You'll figure it out. :P
LMAO....That's actually the exact silver I am looking at right now.
Spiffav8
11-25-2015, 08:40 PM
Here's this weeks update from the shop. Jim made sure to remind me that these are rough lines and will be fine tuned. :lol:
Closed up all the unnecessary holes in the trunk lid. :lostmarbles: but worth it.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-dMFb68P/0/L/i-dMFb68P-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-wD57Dn6/0/L/i-wD57Dn6-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-PvFDgpp/0/L/i-PvFDgpp-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-WhTLpwf/0/L/i-WhTLpwf-L.jpg
Spiffav8
11-25-2015, 08:46 PM
Things appear to be lining up decently. "Fine Tuned" should be interesting. :lostmarbles:
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-r9vWh5J/0/L/i-r9vWh5J-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Bvvfdd8/0/L/i-Bvvfdd8-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-dKMQPSH/0/L/i-dKMQPSH-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-X7PTxwG/0/L/i-X7PTxwG-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-KN9c3ms/0/L/i-KN9c3ms-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-QZ3kkVq/0/L/i-QZ3kkVq-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-hSs4JS2/0/L/i-hSs4JS2-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-KGCptS6/0/L/i-KGCptS6-L.jpg
:captain: Thanks for looking
fleet
11-26-2015, 03:32 AM
LMAO....That's actually the exact silver I am looking at right now.
#Vulcanmindmeld
KPC67
11-26-2015, 06:16 AM
Looks Great Curtis! You have to be happy with results like that!:trophy-1302:
Che70velle
11-26-2015, 08:08 AM
Very nice!
trevor572
11-26-2015, 03:19 PM
Hi Mate, just looking at the pics of inside your trunk lid and jambs, very apparent your body guy has way too much time on his hands and you have way too much money. lol. are you planning a similar treatment for the underside of the hood and perhaps getting rid of the seams on the fender extensions, valance and header? I reckon you should close those last few holes under the trunk lid and get a nice rear spoiler done in steel, a bit OE looking but a bit custom also, seeing we are spending your money not mine. lol Cheers Trevor.
Spiffav8
11-26-2015, 07:51 PM
#Vulcanmindmeld
That or super creepy Uncle Touchy. LMAO
You know me well Skip.
Looks Great Curtis! You have to be happy with results like that!:trophy-1302:
Kevin...It's better than I expected honestly and more than I deserve. I am very happy!
Very nice!
Thanks Scott.
Hi Mate, just looking at the pics of inside your trunk lid and jambs, very apparent your body guy has way too much time on his hands and you have way too much money. lol. are you planning a similar treatment for the underside of the hood and perhaps getting rid of the seams on the fender extensions, valance and header? I reckon you should close those last few holes under the trunk lid and get a nice rear spoiler done in steel, a bit OE looking but a bit custom also, seeing we are spending your money not mine. lol Cheers Trevor.
Trevor, I gave Jim "the big picture" and now I just try to keep up. :lol: We walked the car before it headed into surgery, played twenty questions and came up with a plan. He's way ahead of me when it comes to knowing all the small details that help a car reach it's desired look and vibe. "Smooth, Clean & Balanced" is the goal. I'm not huge on the "one piece" look you describe. The remainder of the body lines (valance and header) will still be there along with the fender extensions. I won't be running a front bumper so we closed up the gap, but kept the line.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Ln6PLwb/0/L/i-Ln6PLwb-L.jpg
waynieZ
11-26-2015, 08:40 PM
I love a Camaro when she has her bumper off - So to speak-
Looking good!
trevor572
11-27-2015, 01:47 AM
Yeah I'm with you now. I thought with the subtle changes around the rear you might carry that through onto the front also, but that wouldn't be practical either. I'm really impressed with the commitment to quality and the communication your body man maintains with you, quite a few threads on some of the forums tell of shocking experiences with body and paint shops. Great to hear something positive. Cheers Trevor.
awr68
11-27-2015, 12:24 PM
Looks Great! Mercedes has a nice silver. I know Jim has shot that before!
fleet
11-27-2015, 09:25 PM
One more...
Spiffav8
12-11-2015, 10:20 PM
Finally have the missing pictures of the roof. The new drip rails are on and it's all stitched up. Work has been slowed by the holidays which is totally fine in my book.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-9K23kV3/0/L/i-9K23kV3-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-9fT8dqV/0/L/i-9fT8dqV-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-bBztmqH/0/L/i-bBztmqH-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-StrP4P3/0/L/i-StrP4P3-L.jpg
Hope you all are doing well! :captain:
trevor572
12-12-2015, 01:36 AM
Hi Curtis, I'm still a bit surprised at the amount of bodywork your car needèd, it looked such a clean car starting out, but in Jim's hands at least it's getting done properly and going to be spot on. Can't wait to see her all painted up but mate, in case I had failed to mention it previously, I'm not a patient person!! lol. Cheers Trevor
Smitty68
12-12-2015, 05:11 AM
Very nice touches to the inconspicuous panels like the deck lid. Your body man is doing awesome work to say the least! The lines and gaps are as perfect as any could ask.
Again looking good Curtis!.......:king:
Ricochet
12-12-2015, 10:22 AM
Looking good Curtis!! Glad to see Jim got it all done. He lost a few nights of sleep due to nightmares of the roof!! He nailed it.... No surprise though!
Spiffav8
12-12-2015, 11:15 PM
Hi Curtis, I'm still a bit surprised at the amount of bodywork your car needèd, it looked such a clean car starting out, but in Jim's hands at least it's getting done properly and going to be spot on. Can't wait to see her all painted up but mate, in case I had failed to mention it previously, I'm not a patient person!! lol. Cheers Trevor
They all need something. The fact that it was the roof is what really shocked me. I totally expect the floor or trunk pan. A few small patches here and there, but over all not to bad if you ask me. Could have been a lot worse that's for sure.
Very nice touches to the inconspicuous panels like the deck lid. Your body man is doing awesome work to say the least! The lines and gaps are as perfect as any could ask.
Again looking good Curtis!.......:king:
That's all Jim. Guys at his level have an eye for the little things that add up. Once it's home, my job will be to not mess it up!
Looking good Curtis!! Glad to see Jim got it all done. He lost a few nights of sleep due to nightmares of the roof!! He nailed it.... No surprise though!
I think that was more of a matter of how the puzzle fit together that kept him up. Once he saw how it all fit....easy day for him. The fact that the roof had to come off actually helped with the drip rail install....I think. lol
trevor572
12-13-2015, 02:04 AM
Hi Curtis. Yes definitely could have been far far worse, its a case of hoping for the best but fearing the worst when you start stripping any older car. I had owned mine for a number of years, I knew I had issues mainly to do with previous repairs lurking under what was actually pretty good paint, she still threw a couple of surprises our way, but fortunately nothing major. Cheers Trevor.
Spiffav8
12-14-2015, 10:11 AM
Didn't expect to wake up and find an update this morning. Great way to start the day though.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-H47XVXx/0/L/i-H47XVXx-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-bqPpzKr/0/L/i-bqPpzKr-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-gsV63Pm/0/L/i-gsV63Pm-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-xjcZDCP/0/L/i-xjcZDCP-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-qCtq9cg/0/XL/i-qCtq9cg-XL.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-FV4j2w3/0/L/i-FV4j2w3-L.jpg
Spiffav8
12-14-2015, 10:14 AM
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-34gnxbM/0/L/i-34gnxbM-L.jpg
Drip rails look great after being replaced.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-tpdFVPn/0/L/i-tpdFVPn-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-dP6GHWP/0/XL/i-dP6GHWP-XL.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-kppHm79/0/L/i-kppHm79-L.jpg
:confused18:
Spiffav8
12-14-2015, 10:18 AM
Went to dinner with some friends over the weekend. Walked out of the restaurant and there was a Silver Tesla parked by the front door. Sharp looking cars and there are more than a few rolling around Las Vegas. Hadn't seen a Silver one before though. I am going to swing by the dealership and see if they happen to have a Silver one I can look at out in the sunlight. Hope it isn't blinding.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-ckVH4xj/0/L/i-ckVH4xj-L.jpg
paulk68
12-14-2015, 10:50 AM
Nice!!!!!
Jay Hilliard
12-14-2015, 12:34 PM
Glad to see the roof worked out. Drip rails turned out great. Getting close Curtis. Its looking great.
trevor572
12-14-2015, 12:56 PM
Hi Curtis. The cars looking great mate. Just the fact that colour caught your eye the way it did might be a good omen. Fingers crossed it looks right for you in the sunlight. Getting close mate. Cheers Trevor
Keep the updates coming bro!!! It looking better and better!!
tubbed69
12-14-2015, 05:48 PM
Really movin fast now Curtis,be riding by summer.
Spiffav8
12-15-2015, 07:23 AM
Really movin fast now Curtis,be riding by summer.
I don't dare throw down a time line. At first it was a couple of weeks, but then things snowballed and the car ended up in bare metal. That would be nice though.
Keep the updates coming bro!!! It looking better and better!!
Yeah it is. Thanks Brother.
Hi Curtis. The cars looking great mate. Just the fact that colour caught your eye the way it did might be a good omen. Fingers crossed it looks right for you in the sunlight. Getting close mate. Cheers Trevor
I was able to see one at the dealership yesterday. Gotta say, the Tesla's are pretty cool cars. Not worth what they want for them, but still pretty cool. They did have a silver one on the property, but it was being prepared for delivery and they wouldn't take it out in the sun. Hate to say it, but it didn't wow me in the shop lighting. Maybe I'll get lucky and see one driving around.
Glad to see the roof worked out. Drip rails turned out great. Getting close Curtis. Its looking great.
Yup...it all worked out. Thankful to have Jim working on the car.
Nice!!!!!
Right!! :headspin:
Flash68
12-15-2015, 10:00 AM
I don't dare throw down a time line.
Smart man! :rules:
Looking great Curtis! :bigun2:
fleet
12-15-2015, 10:30 AM
Went to dinner with some friends over the weekend. Walked out of the restaurant and there was a Silver Tesla parked by the front door. Sharp looking cars and there are more than a few rolling around Las Vegas. Hadn't seen a Silver one before though. I am going to swing by the dealership and see if they happen to have a Silver one I can look at out in the sunlight. Hope it isn't blinding.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-ckVH4xj/0/L/i-ckVH4xj-L.jpg
FYI- it does change color when you plug it in. :_paranoid
Spiffav8
12-15-2015, 01:46 PM
FYI- it does change color when you plug it in. :_paranoid
No, but the higher the charge the brighter the car is. lol
awr68
12-15-2015, 01:51 PM
Looking REALLY good! Should have the body in final prime soon! Very exciting!
Spiffav8
01-04-2016, 07:25 PM
Small update. Sounds like the camera took a tumble so it's Cell Phone pictures till a replacement is found. Hey...progress pics are progress pics in my book.
Nice to see the car back together for a few!
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-W58pHv3/0/XL/i-W58pHv3-XL.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Xf5sVPb/0/L/i-Xf5sVPb-L.jpg
b757jetdr
01-04-2016, 08:32 PM
Looking great buddy!
glassman
01-04-2016, 08:36 PM
So, i take it your gonna be rocking the pro-stock look with the retro pizza cutters in the front and some tubs in the rear? nice, hope your rockin the mullet (like my son :cheers: )
Nice though!!! Hope to see it come together soon....
Spiffav8
01-04-2016, 09:09 PM
Looking great buddy!
Ummm.....what happened to your avatar? That looks like a Cessna 177, not a 757. Not the same....not even close. :lol:
So, i take it your gonna be rocking the pro-stock look with the retro pizza cutters in the front and some tubs in the rear? nice, hope your rockin the mullet (like my son :cheers: )
Nice though!!! Hope to see it come together soon....
It's totally Pro Street Bro! It's back! lol
Not setting any dates...but my fingers are crossed that it will be ready to come home by March. Probably just jinxed it for myself.
:bump:
awr68
01-04-2016, 10:44 PM
Looking good! Does this mean all the bodywork is finished from the doors back?
trevor572
01-05-2016, 02:33 AM
Hi Curtis. If you're thinking this march mate, better get that color choice sorted. lol. Seriously but, she's looking sweet Curtis. Cheers Trevor.
Spiffav8
01-05-2016, 10:41 AM
Looking good! Does this mean all the bodywork is finished from the doors back?
I think so. Maybe a few small things to finish up. Haven't talked to Jim for few weeks.
Hi Curtis. If you're thinking this march mate, better get that color choice sorted. lol. Seriously but, she's looking sweet Curtis. Cheers Trevor.
I'm working on it! :bang: Right now Mercedes Alubeam Silver is at the top of my list. I need to have spray outs done.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-H94FzGb/0/M/i-H94FzGb-M.jpg
I am temped to go the satin route with it kind of like this, but it's a move that I'm not sure I am ready for...at least not on this build.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-qtr4xfB/0/M/i-qtr4xfB-M.jpg
Flash68
01-05-2016, 10:47 AM
I like what you're working on Curtis.
Now get back to work. :bigun2: :D
Spiffav8
01-05-2016, 10:52 AM
I like what you're working on Curtis.
Now get back to work. :bigun2: :D
I've got the Noon to 4:30pm shift today. It's rough! I'll probably need a nap around 2-ish.
trevor572
01-05-2016, 11:05 AM
Hi Mate. The satin does have a look to it, I personally like it. But I had been told with "black denim" which is a satin black Harley color, the satin clear coat took on a milky appearance over time if exposed to a fair bit of sunlight. So just ask the question Mate. Cheers Trevor.
Musclerodz
01-05-2016, 12:59 PM
I think so. Maybe a few small things to finish up. Haven't talked to Jim for few weeks.
I'm working on it! :bang: Right now Mercedes Alubeam Silver is at the top of my list. I need to have spray outs done.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-H94FzGb/0/M/i-H94FzGb-M.jpg
I am temped to go the satin route with it kind of like this, but it's a move that I'm not sure I am ready for...at least not on this build.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-qtr4xfB/0/M/i-qtr4xfB-M.jpg
FYI alumbeam is a tricoat
Great another project done before mine!!!
Vegas69
01-05-2016, 06:13 PM
Mike makes a valid point. You may want to consider something that can be duplicated encase you actually drive it and put a chip in it. :lol:
Spiffav8
01-05-2016, 08:02 PM
FYI alumbeam is a tricoat
Mike makes a valid point. You may want to consider something that can be duplicated encase you actually drive it and put a chip in it. :lol:
Figured I'd use that clear bra stuff behind the tires. Probably in front of the rear to.
Spiffav8
01-05-2016, 08:03 PM
Great another project done before mine!!!
If you're planning to have it at Good Guys, you'll probably beat me. :bump:
98ssnova
01-05-2016, 08:37 PM
Do satin stripes or hockey stick. Would look ghosted with those 2 colors.
fleet
01-06-2016, 06:50 AM
I am temped to go the satin route with it kind of like this, but it's a move that I'm not sure I am ready for...at least not on this build.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-qtr4xfB/0/M/i-qtr4xfB-M.jpg
:shakehead:
Curtis,
Was hoping you were a little bit too real to 'need' to paint your car in satin.
lol
MaxHarvard
01-06-2016, 07:21 AM
Love satin/matte paint. I say go for it!
Spiffav8
01-06-2016, 11:03 AM
Do satin stripes or hockey stick. Would look ghosted with those 2 colors.
It's the same color. Just a different clear. Interesting idea and I did give some thought to the idea you are getting at. It just didn't seem right. Pretty sure it will end up with Black Stripes....if I do stripes.
:shakehead:
Curtis,
Was hoping you were a little bit too real to 'need' to paint your car in satin.
lol
Need? :snapout: Nah man can't do it, thought I do like it. So...it's tempting. Totally different vibe. Maybe on the next one.
Love satin/matte paint. I say go for it!
I think it would go well on a car that is more of a track or aggressive Street Fighter type of build. I am already wanting to build another one, so who knows! lol
Ricochet
01-07-2016, 06:40 AM
Curtis, I'll chime in my opinion.... And you know what they say about those...... Knowing what you what you want to do with the car I would be leary. Satin on the whole car looks great and is different.... But I'm afraid it will be dated and then your stuck redoing it sometime down the road. Not a chance I would take . But then again, I tend to be more conservative. Silver gloss with satin stripe and wheel centers in black would look great IMO. At the end of the day, do what what you want though. You put it out here and you will get hundreds of opinions. Either way though, it will be a nice car!!
I think so. Maybe a few small things to finish up. Haven't talked to Jim for few weeks.
I'm working on it! :bang: Right now Mercedes Alubeam Silver is at the top of my list. I need to have spray outs done.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-H94FzGb/0/M/i-H94FzGb-M.jpg
I am temped to go the satin route with it kind of like this, but it's a move that I'm not sure I am ready for...at least not on this build.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-qtr4xfB/0/M/i-qtr4xfB-M.jpg
Spiffav8
01-07-2016, 02:08 PM
Curtis, I'll chime in my opinion.... And you know what they say about those...... Knowing what you what you want to do with the car I would be leary. Satin on the whole car looks great and is different.... But I'm afraid it will be dated and then your stuck redoing it sometime down the road. Not a chance I would take . But then again, I tend to be more conservative. Silver gloss with satin stripe and wheel centers in black would look great IMO. At the end of the day, do what what you want though. You put it out here and you will get hundreds of opinions. Either way though, it will be a nice car!!
I'm of the same opinion. I won't go the satin route on this car. Maybe the next one. Just getting to the current color has been crazy. No way I'd start that B.S. over again. Like I said...maybe the next one.
paulk68
01-07-2016, 02:18 PM
I'm of the same opinion. I won't go the satin route on this car. Maybe the next one. Just getting to the current color has been crazy. No way I'd start that B.S. over again. Like I said...maybe the next one.
Man i am glad to see i am not alone trying to picking a color it is so hard. But also a very good problem to have! can not wait to see waht you go with.
Spiffav8
01-07-2016, 03:19 PM
Man i am glad to see i am not alone trying to picking a color it is so hard. But also a very good problem to have! can not wait to see waht you go with.
People wont even talk to me about color anymore. And if I bring it up to the wife it's kind of like :smiley_smack: I swear if she says she doesn't like, I'll be single.
:sieg:
paulk68
01-07-2016, 04:12 PM
People wont even talk to me about color anymore. And if I bring it up to the wife it's kind of like :smiley_smack: I swear if she says she doesn't like, I'll be single.
:sieg:
Haha I can not wait to have my wife read this when she gets home she will laugh Whenever I talk color to her all she does is roll her eyes. :rolleyes: and say yeah sure what color are you picking next week
trevor572
01-07-2016, 04:33 PM
Hi Guy's. It's a tricky decision for sure, not only are there an almost infinite number of choices available, paint and panel are probably the single most expensive item on most builds, if you don't get it right the first time round you're either stuck with it or it's going to cost a bundle to change it, then you will be single. lol. Cheers Trevor.
Spiffav8
01-09-2016, 08:42 PM
Haha I can not wait to have my wife read this when she gets home she will laugh Whenever I talk color to her all she does is roll her eyes. :rolleyes: and say yeah sure what color are you picking next week
Feel free to call me. I'm here for you Bro! lol
Hi Guy's. It's a tricky decision for sure, not only are there an almost infinite number of choices available, paint and panel are probably the single most expensive item on most builds, if you don't get it right the first time round you're either stuck with it or it's going to cost a bundle to change it, then you will be single. lol. Cheers Trevor.
Pretty much.
I've got short list and I'm thinking that rather than spay outs, I'll have a fender painted with the different colors on it. Then I can sit and stair at it out the back window or something.
Spiffav8
01-09-2016, 08:53 PM
Received a few update pictures today. Always a good day when they arrive.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-nWFBX6h/0/L/i-nWFBX6h-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-nP9CGDB/0/L/i-nP9CGDB-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-QKxTR2N/0/L/i-QKxTR2N-L.jpg
:headspin:
tubbed69
01-09-2016, 11:05 PM
Looking good Curtis,progress is a great thing:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
JKnight
01-09-2016, 11:09 PM
Very cool. Gaps are looking good!
MOREHORSEPOWER
01-10-2016, 07:19 AM
Great looking build !!
waynieZ
01-10-2016, 10:38 AM
Getting excited for you seeing it getting this close. Looking great.
Vince@Meanstreets
01-10-2016, 04:46 PM
where is your guys body shop located?
Spiffav8
01-10-2016, 07:00 PM
Looking good Curtis,progress is a great thing:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Very cool. Gaps are looking good!
Great looking build !!
Getting excited for you seeing it getting this close. Looking great.
Thanks guys. I can't wait to see the car again. I am very pleased with the work that has been done.
where is your guys body shop located?
In his back yard. lol He's up in the same area as Jody, so just South of Sacramento.
trevor572
01-11-2016, 03:42 PM
Hi Curtis, I had a look at the early pages of your build thread last night. Gee you've got some nice gear either in the car presently or waiting to go in when she gets home. Starting to get excited mate? ☺ won't be too much longer now, Looking REAL Nice too!!!! Cheers.
Spiffav8
01-11-2016, 03:51 PM
Hi Curtis, I had a look at the early pages of your build thread last night. Gee you've got some nice gear either in the car presently or waiting to go in when she gets home. Starting to get excited mate? ☺ won't be too much longer now, Looking REAL Nice too!!!! Cheers.
Trevor I am excited! I have shelves full of parts just waiting for the car to come home. It's going to suck up all my free time for sure!
paulk68
01-11-2016, 04:10 PM
I am so excited to see color on this bad boy
Spiffav8
01-11-2016, 06:37 PM
I am so excited to see color on this bad boy
Me Too! :_paranoid
DFRESH
01-13-2016, 08:52 PM
Dude, I have gap envy once again. Congrads on all the progress. Looking forward to seeing you being able to spend time behind the wheel--after everything you've endured, you are due.
DF
awr68
01-13-2016, 08:57 PM
Happy for you!!
Spiffav8
01-13-2016, 09:17 PM
Dude, I have gap envy once again. Congrads on all the progress. Looking forward to seeing you being able to spend time behind the wheel--after everything you've endured, you are due.
DF
Yo DFRESH! Thanks man. Hopefully it won't take long to get it on the road once the paint and body is done and the good times will roll!
Spiffav8
01-13-2016, 09:42 PM
Ditto!!
Looks like he could use your help cleaning the booth. Will you be there when color goes on? Got a final paint code yet?
Best not to get int he way of a creative genius.
Smitty68
01-14-2016, 04:56 AM
Nice to see updates Curtis! Silver will be a nice choice if that's what your settled on. Me personally like the Mercedes color the best out of the two. He has done a nice job on the car. You will be proud once it has color!
Spiffav8
01-14-2016, 06:01 AM
Nice to see updates Curtis! Silver will be a nice choice if that's what your settled on. Me personally like the Mercedes color the best out of the two. He has done a nice job on the car. You will be proud once it has color!
Thanks bud. Silver is the choice, but it's going to take spray outs for me to pick the exact silver. The Mercedes silver is currently in a tie for first. Lexus has a nice one to and it shares the number one choice at the moment. Ask me next week and the car could very well be blue ....or red. :lol:
Spiffav8
01-20-2016, 12:33 PM
Prime...Block...Prime...Block again...
:bigun2:
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-cbxfMm6/0/L/i-cbxfMm6-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Xr7smpC/0/L/i-Xr7smpC-L.jpg
:wow:
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-rL78pVh/0/L/i-rL78pVh-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-KKHCLBN/0/L/i-KKHCLBN-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-WKc233Q/0/L/i-WKc233Q-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Pd7MQJw/0/L/i-Pd7MQJw-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-SZxWJJv/0/L/i-SZxWJJv-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-NWMszj3/0/L/i-NWMszj3-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-nGF2N3b/0/L/i-nGF2N3b-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-ZpKmf8w/0/L/i-ZpKmf8w-L.jpg
98ssnova
01-20-2016, 01:49 PM
Looking really good getting close bud!
paulk68
01-20-2016, 02:05 PM
Prime...Block...Prime...Block again...
:bigun2:
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-cbxfMm6/0/L/i-cbxfMm6-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Xr7smpC/0/L/i-Xr7smpC-L.jpg
:wow:
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-rL78pVh/0/L/i-rL78pVh-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-KKHCLBN/0/L/i-KKHCLBN-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-WKc233Q/0/L/i-WKc233Q-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Pd7MQJw/0/L/i-Pd7MQJw-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-SZxWJJv/0/L/i-SZxWJJv-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-NWMszj3/0/L/i-NWMszj3-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-nGF2N3b/0/L/i-nGF2N3b-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-ZpKmf8w/0/L/i-ZpKmf8w-L.jpg
WOW!!! Looks great I can only image the feeling you get when you get those pictures sent to you!! Can not wait to see the color
trevor572
01-20-2016, 03:20 PM
Hi Mate.😊 I hope you got your finger out and got your spray outs organised Curtis, you don't want to be holding old mate up, and we are all keen to see colour on her. Looking Good!!!! Cheers Trevor.
OHHH Fvck!!!!!:flashie: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub:
waynieZ
01-20-2016, 04:07 PM
SWEEEEEEEEEEET !! it looks good Curtis.
Musclerodz
01-20-2016, 04:32 PM
Looking mighty nice!!!
jwcarguy
01-20-2016, 04:42 PM
Tell Jim not to go too fast on it! LOL
Still have to get the new shop built to finish it and from the sounds of it, I am going to be building either a 416 or 427 stroker engine for you and you selling off the fresh built L76 I just did for you!!
Che70velle
01-20-2016, 04:48 PM
Looking good Curtis!
Spiffav8
01-20-2016, 10:05 PM
Looking really good getting close bud!
Still a lot to do, but yeah...it's getting closer.
WOW!!! Looks great I can only image the feeling you get when you get those pictures sent to you!! Can not wait to see the color
Panic! :peepwall:
Hi Mate.😊 I hope you got your finger out and got your spray outs organised Curtis, you don't want to be holding old mate up, and we are all keen to see colour on her. Looking Good!!!! Cheers Trevor.
My trip to the dealerships has yet to reveal the right color. I was digging Mercedes Alubeam, but apparently it's one of the top 8 most expensive colors to paint. Yeah...that not happening. Hope that the spray outs aren't to far off. I did spot something that really made me take notice though, just need to dial it in.
OHHH Fvck!!!!!:flashie: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub: :G-Dub:
Make it Rain! Wait or is that Bring the Rain?
SWEEEEEEEEEEET !! it looks good Curtis.
Thanks Brother.
Looking mighty nice!!!
That carries a lot of weight coming from you! Thanks Brother.
Tell Jim not to go too fast on it! LOL
Still have to get the new shop built to finish it and from the sounds of it, I am going to be building either a 416 or 427 stroker engine for you and you selling off the fresh built L76 I just did for you!!
They say go big or go home, so...427? As Mario would say :G-Dub: YES the shop needs to get done. Come on already break ground on that sucker! Also please install a beer machine.
Looking good Curtis!
Thanks bud. Every time I get pictures I am jaw dropped. It's weird and in a way it doesn't seem like it's my car. I'll probably just sit and stare at it for a few days when it's finally home.
trevor572
01-21-2016, 12:32 AM
Mate !!! " I'll probably just sit and stare at it for a a few day's when it finally comes home" I think you wrote. Sorry did you mistake me for a patient person. lol I want to see that girl going Curtis !!! lol :gitrdun:
Bryan O
01-21-2016, 05:50 AM
Awesome. Can't wait to see the color!
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I've always felt Aston Martin offered very good color palletes, have you grazed their offerings?
https://www.astonmartin.com/q-by-aston-martin#collections
youthpastor
01-21-2016, 10:36 AM
Killer project, it was good to see you up in the Northwest-Chris
Spiffav8
01-21-2016, 01:47 PM
Mate !!! " I'll probably just sit and stare at it for a a few day's when it finally comes home" I think you wrote. Sorry did you mistake me for a patient person. lol I want to see that girl going Curtis !!! lol :gitrdun:
Me too! I'll keep everyone updated, no worries.
Awesome. Can't wait to see the color!
:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I might lose my mind between now and then and honestly look forward to it being painted just so I don't stress about picking the right color anymore.
I've always felt Aston Martin offered very good color palletes, have you grazed their offerings?
https://www.astonmartin.com/q-by-aston-martin#collections
That's one I have over looked oddly enough. :sieg: I cruised the web-site and spotted a few that I liked. Time for a trip to the dealership to see what they have on hand.
Killer project, it was good to see you up in the Northwest-Chris
Thanks Chris. That was a great trip and I am looking forward to the next one. Laurie and I are talking GoodGuys, but I'd like it to be sooner. Greatly appreciate the shop tour. I picked up a few little tips and tricks kind of things from what you guys are doing.
:cheers:
Spiffav8
01-21-2016, 09:57 PM
After the last batch of pictures I didn't expect to receive any more for at least a week. I received the first batch around lunch time and the second just a few minutes ago.
The Marquez tail lights I ordered finally arrived. :ups: Looks like a little work needs to be done to make them fit right, but it sounds like it isn't a big deal.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-z92htZc/0/L/i-z92htZc-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-5cH6wK7/0/L/i-5cH6wK7-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-ZntgCpF/0/L/i-ZntgCpF-L.jpg
Good timing on the arrival of the tail lights. Gives Jim something to work on while the primer dries.
:omg:
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-GZ7rgQG/0/L/i-GZ7rgQG-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-cWzhD6C/0/L/i-cWzhD6C-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-qSj96tn/0/L/i-qSj96tn-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Sh9WFbj/0/L/i-Sh9WFbj-L.jpg
Primer really makes the work Pop!
trevor572
01-22-2016, 01:33 AM
Beautiful sharp straight body lines Curtis, that's quality right there. :thumbsup:
Sonar Chief
01-22-2016, 12:42 PM
Wow ... she's turning out great, attention to detail is over the top!!!! :king:
Swain
01-22-2016, 01:08 PM
Lookin good
paulk68
01-22-2016, 01:25 PM
Man that looks awesome, I have the Marquez tailights also they are one of my favorite pieces they really make the the back of the car pop. Are you painting the tail panel black or whatever body color you chose this week :lmao: ?
Spiffav8
01-22-2016, 07:51 PM
Beautiful sharp straight body lines Curtis, that's quality right there. :thumbsup:
Wow ... she's turning out great, attention to detail is over the top!!!! :king:
Lookin good
I thought it was looking good in the previous set, but the gray primer really makes things stand out. Apparently the next stage is a black primer that helps fine tune things. I'm learning...slowly. :sieg:
Man that looks awesome, I have the Marquez tailights also they are one of my favorite pieces they really make the the back of the car pop. Are you painting the tail panel black or whatever body color you chose this week :lmao: ?
Yeah...Marquez does make nice stuff without a doubt. Just can't be beat.
The tail pan will be black. :lol: That's the one part of the car that hasn't changed color.
I'm shocked you even got Marquez to answer the phone ! And even more shocked you got them that quick!! No matter what they do make awesome parts ,if you can get them!:lol:
Spiffav8
01-23-2016, 01:35 PM
I'm shocked you even got Marquez to answer the phone ! And even more shocked you got them that quick!! No matter what they do make awesome parts ,if you can get them!:lol:
It's kind of weird when you call over there. They answered every time I called, but it was so laid back the way they answered the phone I wondered if I was actually calling a business. Whomever it was that I talked to just seemed like they could care less if I ever got the parts or not. They where straight with me and even offered to drive the parts over to Jims work, just super chill. Lesson learned...order four months in advance.
b757jetdr
01-24-2016, 01:12 PM
Looking bad ass my friend!
It's kind of weird when you call over there. They answered every time I called, but it was so laid back the way they answered the phone I wondered if I was actually calling a business. Whomever it was that I talked to just seemed like they could care less if I ever got the parts or not. They where straight with me and even offered to drive the parts over to Jims work, just super chill. Lesson learned...order four months in advance. lol
I have a lot of his parts on my car. My front turn/marker lights came and one was damaged couldn't get a answer on how to get a new one to save my soul! I wasn't looking to get a new one for free made it very clear I would pay for it. Finally had to give up. As I said his parts are great but that's where it ends. I have had great service from Fesler and no problems!!
Spiffav8
01-24-2016, 07:56 PM
Looking bad ass my friend!
Thanks Brother
I have a lot of his parts on my car. My front turn/marker lights came and one was damaged couldn't get a answer on how to get a new one to save my soul! I wasn't looking to get a new one for free made it very clear I would pay for it. Finally had to give up. As I said his parts are great but that's where it ends. I have had great service from Fesler and no problems!!
I hate to hear that. He could have owned the market.
Vince@Meanstreets
01-24-2016, 08:39 PM
Thanks Brother
I hate to hear that. He could have owned the market.
he actually did at one point but then other "market options" came out.
Spiffav8
01-30-2016, 10:07 PM
More sanding, More Primer. :pushbutto
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-wJLXqpD/0/L/i-wJLXqpD-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-bfxWBSq/0/L/i-bfxWBSq-L.jpg
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:captain:
tubbed69
01-31-2016, 04:05 AM
Body lines and gaps sure look good Curtis:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Stuart Adams
01-31-2016, 06:18 AM
Looks awesome.
waynieZ
01-31-2016, 10:43 AM
Body lines and gaps sure look good Curtis:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
I thought the same thing. Very nice Curtis.
trevor572
01-31-2016, 12:53 PM
Hi Curtis, I know I'm just going to sound like a broken record. 😊 The car just looks quality, beautiful gaps, nice straight crisp lines. Can't wait to see her in color and going back together. Beautiful Job!!! Cheers Trevor.
dhutton
01-31-2016, 03:29 PM
Not sure what I enjoy more. The pics of the awesome workmanship or the messy shop. I enjoy keeping a messy shop and thought I was the only one...
Don
Sonar Chief
01-31-2016, 03:44 PM
Not sure what I enjoy more. The pics of the awesome workmanship or the messy shop.
Don
I was thinking the same thing ...
Michael
JKnight
01-31-2016, 06:15 PM
Messy shop? You guys have really high standards. Was it the coffee mug that qualified it?
dhutton
02-01-2016, 07:02 AM
Messy shop? You guys have really high standards. Was it the coffee mug that qualified it?
The comment was meant to be positive. It's refreshing to see pics of a working shop where a guy is busting his butt doing great work. Sorry if anyone took it to be negative.
Don
98ssnova
02-01-2016, 09:29 AM
Color color color color!!!!! :bump:
JKnight
02-01-2016, 10:41 AM
The comment was meant to be positive. It's refreshing to see pics of a working shop where a guy is busting his butt doing great work. Sorry if anyone took it to be negative.
Don
Nah, probably just me. I left the smiley off the end of my sentence. I've seen some seriously sanitary shops that made me think this one was being considered messy by some. Great work coming out of that joint no matter what!!
Spiffav8
02-01-2016, 09:22 PM
Body lines and gaps sure look good Curtis:thumbsup: :thumbsup:
Looks awesome.
I thought the same thing. Very nice Curtis.
Hi Curtis, I know I'm just going to sound like a broken record. 😊 The car just looks quality, beautiful gaps, nice straight crisp lines. Can't wait to see her in color and going back together. Beautiful Job!!! Cheers Trevor.
Thanks Guys. I feel like I am posting the same photos over and over, but it's part of the process and it's fun to share the adventure.
Not sure what I enjoy more. The pics of the awesome workmanship or the messy shop. I enjoy keeping a messy shop and thought I was the only one...
Don
I was thinking the same thing ...
Michael
Messy shop? You guys have really high standards. Was it the coffee mug that qualified it?
The comment was meant to be positive. It's refreshing to see pics of a working shop where a guy is busting his butt doing great work. Sorry if anyone took it to be negative.
Don
Nah, probably just me. I left the smiley off the end of my sentence. I've seen some seriously sanitary shops that made me think this one was being considered messy by some. Great work coming out of that joint no matter what!!
Funny that this came up. Jim actually mentioned that the place is a mess and he needs to clean up a bit. He's out of place in a way. There is another car sitting in his shop waiting on parts. Concourse restoration kinda thing. So he's working on my car in his paint booth! Looks like a lot has been drug in there and isn't being kept in it's normal place. End result is all that matters.
Spiffav8
02-01-2016, 09:22 PM
Color color color color!!!!! :bump:
I hear you brother.
Flash68
02-01-2016, 09:53 PM
Lookin good... Just keeps rolling along.... :bump: :cheers:
Spiffav8
02-06-2016, 11:51 AM
Lookin good... Just keeps rolling along.... :bump: :cheers:
That's the idea...right. It will be the same when it get's home. A little everyday and before long it's ready to go.
Starting to narrow down the final color. I am happy to say that I am no longer :EmoteClueless: when it comes to the color...just the exact shade of that color. :confused18: Silver, just which silver is the question. Here's a few spray outs Jim did for me. Just to start getting an idea. He says he will do some bigger and better ones before we finalize.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Kb9zrtf/0/L/i-Kb9zrtf-L.jpg
Jim has also started the "Black Primer" phase. This stage will show imperfections pretty quick. Based on how the light sits, it's looking pretty good to me and I really dig how the lines from the light reflection jumps the gaps. Pretty sure that's a good thing.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-FZvwXZH/0/L/i-FZvwXZH-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-7JrRLG7/0/L/i-7JrRLG7-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-fT85Q4w/0/L/i-fT85Q4w-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-3sQ2bCT/0/L/i-3sQ2bCT-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Tt3Sj3v/0/L/i-Tt3Sj3v-L.jpg
Thanks for looking! :captain:
paulk68
02-06-2016, 12:19 PM
They might feel like the same but I Love seeing all these pictures! Really shows each step of the process. Good luck picking the silver shade!!!
Vegas69
02-06-2016, 03:56 PM
Your museum piece is looking nice! :D
Spiffav8
02-06-2016, 09:02 PM
They might feel like the same but I Love seeing all these pictures! Really shows each step of the process. Good luck picking the silver shade!!!
Good! Glad someone other than me in getting some enjoyment out of all of these. I've learned a lot about the process for sure. Way more to it than I thought.
Your museum piece is looking nice! :D
Right! WAY more than I expected! :faint: Not complaining one bit though. Jim seems to be having fun with the car and that's a huge plus.
Jim finished getting the car into the Black Primer and sent these photos for my daily fix.
Enjoy! :captain:
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-Khkgwb7/0/L/i-Khkgwb7-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-FzGcRC7/0/L/i-FzGcRC7-L.jpg
I really dig this photo for some reason.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-KnPzt29/0/L/i-KnPzt29-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-z4s54HP/0/L/i-z4s54HP-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-7f4kh5v/0/L/i-7f4kh5v-L.jpg
I told Jim about guys getting a good laugh out of the messy shop. He got a kick out of that and sent this for everyone.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-z3jFHds/0/L/i-z3jFHds-L.jpg
Sonar Chief
02-06-2016, 09:17 PM
The car is looking awesome ... and that's an artist with a sense of humor, I like it ...
trevor572
02-07-2016, 01:03 AM
Hi Curtis. The car looks Awesome mate. Tell Jim the one thing missing from the shop photo's is a bunch of empty stubbies ( beer bottles) scattered about the floor. lol 😀 Cheers Trevor.
fleet
02-07-2016, 07:29 AM
Normally the public doesn't get to see progress pics of Ridler contenders.
New policy?
:P
Spiffav8
02-07-2016, 10:23 AM
The car is looking awesome ... and that's an artist with a sense of humor, I like it ...
He's good people.
Hi Curtis. The car looks Awesome mate. Tell Jim the one thing missing from the shop photo's is a bunch of empty stubbies ( beer bottles) scattered about the floor. lol �� Cheers Trevor.
:twak: Are you crazy!? Pretty sure he's got a steady flow of Red Bull and Coffee flowing. No way he should change anything he does. It might change things and right now...everything is going very well.
Normally the public doesn't get to see progress pics of Ridler contenders.
New policy?
:P
Very Funny!
trevor572
02-07-2016, 12:57 PM
:twak: Are you crazy!? Pretty sure he's got a steady flow of Red Bull and Coffee flowing. No way he should change anything he does. It might change things and right now...everything is going very well.
In answer to your question Curtis, Hell Yeah !!!�� Do you not recall me telling you what a screwed up place my head was a few weeks ago? lol
waynieZ
02-07-2016, 07:52 PM
I really dig this photo for some reason.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-KnPzt29/0/L/i-KnPzt29-L.jpg
Of course you do all men like a lady with a curvy back end! SWEET!
Spiffav8
02-08-2016, 04:37 PM
In answer to your question Curtis, Hell Yeah !!!�� Do you not recall me telling you what a screwed up place my head was a few weeks ago? lol
:cheers:
Of course you do all men like a lady with a curvy back end! SWEET!
This is true. :D
Spiffav8
02-09-2016, 11:58 AM
A few days ago I received some pictures from Jim showing me how poorly my rear spoiler fit. Problem was that the current one didn't fit anywhere close to right and even if Jim worked it over, it still had a strange off center bow in the leading edge when viewed from above. Rather than put a boat load of time into another crappy repo one, I bit the bullet and ordered an NOS one. It wasn't cheap and I REALLY hated buying it.
Jim sent this to let me know the NOS part had arrived and at first glance my heart sank, thinking it had been damaged in shipping. Took a moment to realize that masking tape looks 30 years old. Sucker had better fit perfectly!
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-7mSSSFt/0/L/i-7mSSSFt-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-5kPkkkT/0/L/i-5kPkkkT-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-BCpTG5K/0/L/i-BCpTG5K-L.jpg
I also received a couple pictures of Spray Outs for two of the colors on my list. Jim is nice enough to mail those out to me. I keep saying it and I do mean it.....I'm getting there.
:hairpullout:
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-WhDWPbK/0/L/i-WhDWPbK-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-RvCR68s/0/L/i-RvCR68s-L.jpg
Flash68
02-09-2016, 12:29 PM
Paint swatches. Oh the pain and suffering. :lol:
Musclerodz
02-09-2016, 02:37 PM
darker one
98ssnova
02-09-2016, 03:11 PM
X2 Darker:thankyou:
Flash68
02-09-2016, 03:18 PM
I was gonna say the lighter one cuz 4 out of 5 people use the darker one :peepwall:
See, isn't this helpful!? :lol:
GregWeld
02-09-2016, 03:44 PM
If it was mine I'd choose the darker -- but I like both of them....
KPC67
02-09-2016, 04:01 PM
haha ^^^
Curtis, I have been following this discretely and just wanted to help out like the rest of the guys! I say lighter....:bitchslap:
Either one will look great. With the attention to detail Jim has given this thing and the insanely cool parts you have going into it, it is destined to be bad ass!
paulk68
02-09-2016, 05:07 PM
I don't know after seeing that black primer on it I say BLACK!!
Lenie
02-09-2016, 06:59 PM
Curtis, you know what they say about once you go dark :poke: I'd go dark, cars looking great.
Penny
02-09-2016, 09:59 PM
Darker
califconstruct
02-10-2016, 05:40 AM
:y0!:
I'd say the lighter one. Gives you option to do darker accent colors if you add striping or race line graphics.
.
Spiffav8
02-10-2016, 06:57 AM
Paint swatches. Oh the pain and suffering. :lol:
First World Problems. Glad I have them! :D
darker one
X2 Darker:thankyou:
If it was mine I'd choose the darker -- but I like both of them....
I should have started a poll.
haha ^^^
Curtis, I have been following this discretely and just wanted to help out like the rest of the guys! I say lighter....:bitchslap:
Either one will look great. With the attention to detail Jim has given this thing and the insanely cool parts you have going into it, it is destined to be bad ass!
With the attention to detail that Jim has given the car, I'd like to pick something that won't mask that. Thanks for following along Bud.
:cheers:
I don't know after seeing that black primer on it I say BLACK!!
Curtis, you know what they say about once you go dark :poke: I'd go dark, cars looking great.
That actually crossed my mind. More so Black with White Z28 stripes. That lasted about 12.6 seconds. Way to hard to take car of and keep looking good.
Darker
Darker cars do have their appeal. Cole your car was a great color before the repaint and it does have it's draw. My concern is going to dark.
:y0!:
I'd say the lighter one. Gives you option to do darker accent colors if you add striping or race line graphics.
This is exactly what I've been thinking. At the end of the day it's all about balance.
So here is the lighter one. Silver Sand Metallic
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-m8sg9d7/0/M/i-m8sg9d7-M.jpg
The darker is Luxe Metallic. Yup....both Lincoln colors.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-966bjv5/0/M/i-966bjv5-M.jpg
Doesn't look like a huge difference in the pictures, but seeing them side by side in the same light you really see it. The Silver Sand shows a bit of tan-ish tint to it in the right light. And the Luxe really changes in the bright light looking awesome, but it drops off and looks blah in the shade or on an over cast day.
I have a few more in mind, but these are the starters.
GregWeld
02-10-2016, 07:00 AM
How about "Plum Crazy"...... because that's what you're going to be by the time you finally pick a color.
Spiffav8
02-10-2016, 07:08 AM
Updates are coming in a lot more frequently! I take that as we are getting closer and closer to the end goal. Well...Jim's end goal. He passed my expectations a ways back.
Love how the light sits on the body line like that.
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-9PHWbDV/0/L/i-9PHWbDV-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-n7bkXm4/0/L/i-n7bkXm4-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-vjsskvg/0/L/i-vjsskvg-L.jpg
Jim really paid attention to our first conversation about the car when I told him that I am always really impressed by the trunk gaps on a build. Pretty sure that's why I get so many pictures of this. Not that I'm complaining!
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-LDKMzdW/0/L/i-LDKMzdW-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-PTHvbNm/0/L/i-PTHvbNm-L.jpg
https://photos.smugmug.com/photos/i-ZRZNQjR/0/L/i-ZRZNQjR-L.jpg
Have a good day!
tubbed69
02-10-2016, 08:08 AM
How about "Plum Crazy"...... because that's what you're going to be by the time you finally pick a color.
That's perfect Greg,you will go crazy over this decision.I do it every time and will have the same trouble again soon.Either color will look great on such a quality build.
Spiffav8
02-10-2016, 09:51 AM
How about "Plum Crazy"...... because that's what you're going to be by the time you finally pick a color.
That's perfect Greg,you will go crazy over this decision.I do it every time and will have the same trouble again soon.Either color will look great on such a quality build.
No kidding. I wonder how long it will take me to shake the habit of looking at every silver car I see. :confused18:
trevor572
02-10-2016, 10:44 AM
Hi Curtis. As Flash pointed out already 4 out 5 will choose the darker colour, and he's been pretty much proven correct. I personally prefer the lighter shade and the black bumble bee and tailpanel it will contrast a lot more, you might lose some of the effect on the darker colour. Just my 2 cents worth mate.😊
Cheers Trevor.
Vegas69
02-10-2016, 03:53 PM
Either way you are painting it an old fart color. :D
fleet
02-10-2016, 05:38 PM
Curtis,
Have Laurie pick the color.
That way, if you don't like how it turns out, at least we won't ever have to listen to you complain about it publicly.
:innocent:
Sonar Chief
02-10-2016, 07:35 PM
Curtis ... my .02 cents ..... just wrap it! Easy color change if you change your mind!
Spiffav8
02-11-2016, 06:28 AM
Hi Curtis. As Flash pointed out already 4 out 5 will choose the darker colour, and he's been pretty much proven correct. I personally prefer the lighter shade and the black bumble bee and tailpanel it will contrast a lot more, you might lose some of the effect on the darker colour. Just my 2 cents worth mate.😊
Cheers Trevor.
I'll take that 2 cents from you and everyone else.
Either way you are painting it an old fart color. :D
Aren't you driving a Mini Van? Kid have Ice Cream smeared all over the rear windows yet? :lol:
Curtis,
Have Laurie pick the color.
That way, if you don't like how it turns out, at least we won't ever have to listen to you complain about it publicly.
:innocent:
Laurie wont even talk to me about colors for the car. She's been listening to me for the last two years. THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT BABE!
Curtis ... my .02 cents ..... just wrap it! Easy color change if you change your mind!
Some serious logic in that idea.
FaBrycation
02-11-2016, 06:30 AM
I like the darker lincoln color. Fits a muscle car better in my non important opinion. Looking good!
Vegas69
02-11-2016, 08:01 AM
Negative ghostrider...:lol:
fleet
02-11-2016, 09:03 AM
Laurie wont even talk to me about colors for the car. She's been listening to me for the last two years. THANKS FOR THE SUPPORT BABE!
lol
You suffer for your paint Curtis! :P
But remember the lesson of BMF...sure the right paint color is obviously very important, yet imho the 360K+ page views is mostly due to them special stripes.
WSSix
02-11-2016, 11:02 AM
In for the darker silver.
waynieZ
02-11-2016, 01:39 PM
I'm leaning towards the dark side too.
Vegas69
02-11-2016, 06:36 PM
I agree with the consensus, the darker. The lighter is just to vanilla and bland for a muscle car. It's like painting your walls swiss coffee. (In real estate that's the safe bet for walls to please everybody)
GregWeld
02-11-2016, 08:30 PM
I agree with the consensus, the darker. The lighter is just to vanilla and bland for a muscle car. It's like painting your walls swiss coffee. (In real estate that's the safe bet for walls to please everybody)
Agree! Muscle Cars are supposed to be bad ass.... I mean really... would you cerakote an AR metallic white?
FaBrycation
02-11-2016, 09:45 PM
Agree! Muscle Cars are supposed to be bad ass.... I mean really... would you cerakote an AR metallic white?
Haha hell no!
rickpaw
02-12-2016, 04:51 AM
Agree! Muscle Cars are supposed to be bad ass.... I mean really... would you cerakote an AR metallic white?
Well, someone thought it was a good idea. Stormtrooper AR15
https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1710/24681231940_5c46e70259_z.jpg
Back to the Camaro, I'd go with darker shade as well.
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