Update again - 31/05/05

Boots sprayed and on.. word of advise though, don't glue the headlining back on at the rear until AFTER you bolt the boot back on  :doh: <– says it all really!



needs another polish as there's a few flat spots around the edges but I'm happy with it..

got a confession to, all I've been using to get it nice and shiney after spraying is some very soapy 1200grit, T-Cut and the world's BEST polish!..  next up, driver's door

Looks good to me Phil - and lovin those std rear lights! :wink:

Cheers Hairy, Those clusters are growing on me  :wink:

Been busy yesterday to, here's what i managed to do

not bad considerng I had to strip the door and sand it down (everything done by hand to!)


closeup of wing


closeup of door


not bad for a days work!    If I get left alone this weekend I hope to have the rest sprayed.

What does everyone think?

The car looks real good mate!
I would be very proud of what you have achieved. Bet you can't wait till it's back in one piece and on the road!

AL.

Yeah I'm finally starting to see light at the end of the tunnel, there are imperfections in the prep work when you look at it close enough, but for my first attempt at wleding and spraying and having no help (well, the other half helped with putting a side window in.. bless   ) I think i've done good  8)

Phil - absolutly fantastic - I just love your have a go attitude  :notworthy:

The car looks great and will give you such a big grin when you hit the tarmac (metaphorcally speaking  :? )

Cheers Crazy.. I'm sure you'll see it properly when it's finished

I've done similar with a number of cars over the years.  Nothing so major on my Mk1 (its too good at the minute!) but most recently I've welded up and painted my Fiat 900E camper van.

When they are finished I feel it really increases your confidence in using the car and not being afraid to "damage" it.  Knowing that you know every little bit inside out and that there is nothing you can't repair gives you that little bit more confidence - particularly when out on the track.

Its not an attitude that comes overnight mind you - only comes in once you have picked up your first dent/scratch/stone chip.

Well i think you have done really really well mate, the quality of the finish looks great!

Must be really proud of it, i'd love to have the guts to do that!!

Well done mate    

Cheers for the comments guys,

Well… another weekend and another load of spraying! here's how I got on, got the passenger's door to sort out and spray and underseal all the hidden areas, get it running and tidy the interior then it'll be MOT time  :pray:

Excuse the picture quality, they just weren't happening for me!


for those of you thinking about pattern wings.. don't bother if you can help it, after a long time messing around this is what I got it to fit like, and the bonnet needs adjusting as it sits about 2-3mm too far forward!




haven't taken a picture of the passenger side wing etc. yet, thought I'd wait for the door!

wanted to fit the grille but need to tidy up the red trim!

I recon I should have it on the road in a month (if all goes well) and should be able to make it to the Meet on the 28th august!

Excellent mate - looking good!

Paint still looks a little dull because I need to polish it (ran out of the good stuff!)..

worked out how much I've spent so far on it, as it stands, not including buying the welder, compressor and spray gun… I've spent ?1370 on it!

think I'm definately going to invest in a bigger compressor, dual action sander and a mop for the next project  :wink: either another Mk1 or i'm thinking something V8…  

PhillTMK1GTI said

i'm thinking something V8…  

Cobra style kit car…  8)

mmmmmmm  

always liked the old mustang's too!

PhillTMK1GTI said

always liked the old mustang's too!

Oh yes - Shelby 500 Gt! Bring it on!

Oh YES!!

ok, so there's a fibreglass kit on it but it looks sooooo good!

Thanks AL, now i want a shelby  :wink:

Well this will make you want it even more…
(Follow the link and click the play button under the picture for a sound clip!)

http://www.musclecarcalendar.com/FeatureCarsHome/JaysGT500/Jays1967ShelbyGT500P3.htm

I'll check that out when the boss has gone home  :wink:

one day! I'll get one… probably only a Fastback mustang with that kit on but will still be amazing!

Phil I'm impresed mate all credit were it is due. Well done feller :clap:

I've got my resotoration starting on Friday.

24 days holiday to get her stripped, prepped, sprayed, new engine fitted and MOT! 8O

Mission impossible 8)?

Wish me luck!

Cheers Kins

Blimey! good luck mate, taken me 8 months to get where I am, but I did have to teach myself a lot!

you got much welding to do? spraying it yourself?