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Offline ANGZ66

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« on: October 09, 2009, 05:45:26 am »
Lets see if I can get this to work......

The Project is nearing an end I can look back and see where I've been easier than I could see looking forward at the begining.

The story as it was..
2004 we decided to replace Angela's dodgey EA falcon with a Mustang.
After studying the field at the Bendigo Nationals we / Angela,  decided on the model of choice.

We found a most suitable candidate and brought her home.
Completely neat and presentable car with a small amount of the usual nasties.
On the road within a coupla months and lovin it.

2 years later with the Canberra Nationals approaching we decided to do a cleanup and replace the poor quality American paint job.
6 months I said I can do this, I've painted cars in my youth in 6 weeks, not a problem.
We can then go to Canberra with a more presentable car.

September 4th 2006 I drove it in the shed, spun the wheels then proceeded to pull her apart.

OOps, that was over 3 years ago.

Now, if I have finished putting everything back on that should be and make it to the Melbourne Round up next week, I will consider her FINISHED.

1140 Days.

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I'll add some photos of the trip to date......


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« Reply #1 on: October 09, 2009, 05:49:22 am »
The lumpy bits and dripping water on the feet when it rained encouraged the trip to the shed.
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« Reply #2 on: October 09, 2009, 05:53:13 am »
Lots of bits now, 29/9/2006.



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« Reply #3 on: October 09, 2009, 06:57:56 am »
Gotta be done.










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« Reply #4 on: October 09, 2009, 07:18:21 am »
Nice Work Buddy.

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« Reply #5 on: October 09, 2009, 07:52:44 am »
Heater damage actually had fly wire and bog hiding it.
The surface stuff sealed.





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« Reply #6 on: October 09, 2009, 09:56:52 am »
Goodonya ANGZ66, great to see such dedication restoring these great cars continuing. ;z
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« Reply #7 on: October 09, 2009, 10:41:12 am »
Well Done ANGZ66 , you now know you now have a sound car and there will me no more wet feet. :+
At least you got to drive yours first , i have  had mine almost 1 year and its more stripped down than ever and on a rotisery. Was supposed to be finished 3-6 months ago , so i know where your coming from. :_

Again Congrats on your success. :(

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« Reply #8 on: October 09, 2009, 12:33:39 pm »
Thanks .

Mr Noyce gave me some advice arfter I put her in the shed, "The hardest part is knowing when to Stop".

Bugger, I hate it when people around me are right.











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« Reply #9 on: October 09, 2009, 06:29:50 pm »
The colour is so clean, so much different to the dirty nasty stuff.
Takes a bit of work but..











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« Reply #10 on: October 09, 2009, 06:45:52 pm »
mate that is one tidy looking car everything is so crispy and clean

nice work :(

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« Reply #11 on: October 09, 2009, 07:19:35 pm »
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If you put a new lower control arm on, change the dust boot first, this one sat in its poly bag for 2 years and on the car for 1 without seeing the road, glad I did it now.
I tried Repco, can't  help, tried Bursons, nay mate but an experienced guy behind the counter tried and found something that fitted.
Looks like rubber and feels more like rubber than the original new one.







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« Reply #12 on: October 09, 2009, 08:09:32 pm »
Are you in the motor trade or just VERY handy???;y
429,C6,MSD, Pertronix coil, Flowmaster, 59K, Griffin radiator, thermo fan, oil coolers. Twice USA magazine featured.

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« Reply #13 on: October 09, 2009, 11:28:44 pm »
Just handy Brent and good advice from others around me..

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« Reply #14 on: October 10, 2009, 08:12:43 am »
Bonets on, Grill indicators etc.
Now bumpers, rocker moulds badges, wheel alignment etc .

Is this normal to be in a last minute rush??

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« Reply #15 on: October 10, 2009, 10:13:21 pm »
ANGZ66,

Excellent work so far, not long now until Dandy nationals.
Think you should make it now.
Good luck ... are you entered in a judged section.

Cheers Caretaker65 :(

Maybe soon to be 67 owner!:a

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« Reply #16 on: October 10, 2009, 10:21:48 pm »
Lookin great Rog
Looking forward to seeing the car next Sunday!
Mine will be there, even if its on a bloody trailer:_
Hey Geoff,
Whats the go?
Is there a new pony in your life?

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« Reply #17 on: October 11, 2009, 08:07:47 pm »
ANGZ66, looking very nice indeed.

Dashboard Doc, what's this about a 67?

Just back in Melbourne after a few days in Merimbula...........pretty good spot to have some R & R.
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« Reply #18 on: October 12, 2009, 08:33:06 am »
Guy's,
Yes, there is a new pony in my life, won't go to far into just yet, but its a 67 coupe A code 289
Just need to sort of the $$$ & Reg this week, possibly wont be at the Nationals but hopefully just in time for my 43rd following weekend.

I got the bug :(
Can I join the 67 club now?

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« Reply #19 on: October 12, 2009, 08:42:50 am »
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Guy's,
Yes, there is a new pony in my life, won't go to far into just yet, but its a 67 coupe A code 289
Just need to sort of the $$$ & Reg this week, possibly wont be at the Nationals but hopefully just in time for my 43rd following weekend.

I got the bug :(
Can I join the 67 club now?


Welcome to the 67 Club Caretaker.

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« Reply #20 on: October 12, 2009, 08:43:54 am »
Woohoo!
Well done Geoff:(
Seems the 67 club is going off lately!

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« Reply #21 on: October 12, 2009, 08:58:28 am »
Dashboard Doc, fantastic news, what can we say?
Welcome to the 67 chapter of Mustang ownership!:(
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« Reply #22 on: October 12, 2009, 10:03:38 pm »
;{

Well she made it to the servo and back.

Into the shed again and finish that list of things to do..



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« Reply #23 on: October 12, 2009, 10:19:48 pm »
Gets you all a bit moist when you finally get it out on the tarmac, doesn't it? Good to see the fairer 1/2 gets to do the fillerup too?
Hope to see you at Dandenong???
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« Reply #24 on: October 13, 2009, 06:44:23 am »
Just Handy Hey?????
An awsome job I must say. It takes real strength to go to that stage of stripping and rebuilding.

Love the matching colour engine bay.

(on the funny side - I think your back lawn could do with a water)