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Oct 23, 2017 11:53:43 GMT
Post by Roadsterstu on Oct 23, 2017 11:53:43 GMT
It'd be great to see some pictures of Bess in her restored glory, if you have the time. I hope you really enjoy every journey! +1, I really, really hope that the guys you chose this time have done a truly professional job on her. Long live Bess ! + another! Some before and after shots would be interesting to see. |
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Oct 23, 2017 12:50:06 GMT
Post by Deleted on Oct 23, 2017 12:50:06 GMT
I suppose I should have expected this and the damage is very slight but, already? Looks like my neighbour has run his towbar over the top of the rear bumper. Is it too much to ask? I saw the guy maneouvering out of the parking area earlier and he was stationary right behind Bess for a while looking at something at the back of his car. Not going to take away the result of the work done but I am disappointed.
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Oct 24, 2017 10:53:35 GMT
Post by Roadsterstu on Oct 24, 2017 10:53:35 GMT
I suppose I should have expected this and the damage is very slight but, already? Looks like my neighbour has run his towbar over the top of the rear bumper. Is it too much to ask? I saw the guy maneouvering out of the parking area earlier and he was stationary right behind Bess for a while looking at something at the back of his car. Not going to take away the result of the work done but I am disappointed. Has he coughed to it yet? |
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Oct 24, 2017 11:32:10 GMT
Post by michael on Oct 24, 2017 11:32:10 GMT
I look forward to seeing the pictures. I'm always reminded of the Harrison Ford film Witness when I see these cars.
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Oct 24, 2017 15:11:57 GMT
Post by Deleted on Oct 24, 2017 15:11:57 GMT
I did ask the neighbour but he was so defensive and aggressive I just asked him outright, he has had the towbar that could have done the damage removed so not him anyway. The removals firm moving the family on the corner with their rear metalwork on the other hand....... I am not going to be looking further. Found the camera, cannot find the charging cable yet....
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Oct 27, 2017 16:06:21 GMT
Post by Deleted on Oct 27, 2017 16:06:21 GMT
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Oct 27, 2017 16:32:54 GMT
Post by LandieMark on Oct 27, 2017 16:32:54 GMT
Looks really smart. Enjoy!
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Oct 27, 2017 16:45:11 GMT
Post by bryan on Oct 27, 2017 16:45:11 GMT
Indeed it looks in great condition, glad you found a specialist you are happy with
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Oct 27, 2017 17:17:30 GMT
Post by Deleted on Oct 27, 2017 17:17:30 GMT
Thanks, she does look good. I could not recommend these guys highly enough, they said what they would do and just did it.
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Oct 27, 2017 20:33:25 GMT
Post by Alex on Oct 27, 2017 20:33:25 GMT
Bess does indeed look good and I'm glad she's still your pride and joy.
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Oct 28, 2017 7:56:50 GMT
Post by Big Blue on Oct 28, 2017 7:56:50 GMT
Looks great. My dad had a Texas Yellow Bug for about 20 years. Cool car but hideous to drive but he loved it - said it was "real driving".
Enjoy.
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Oct 28, 2017 9:35:34 GMT
Post by Deleted on Oct 28, 2017 9:35:34 GMT
Thanks, I am trying to find a way to upload the rebuild pictures to my skydrive, they are sobering indeed. I was shocked to see how far the rot had got out of sight. No wonder the cabin was leaking.
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Nov 2, 2017 8:18:49 GMT
Post by Roadsterstu on Nov 2, 2017 8:18:49 GMT
Looks very tidy.
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Nov 2, 2017 10:08:51 GMT
Post by Deleted on Nov 2, 2017 10:08:51 GMT
Ta, still things to do but Perfection would be impossible.
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Nov 3, 2017 10:26:30 GMT
Post by Roadsterstu on Nov 3, 2017 10:26:30 GMT
Perfection would be too good. A patina of wear always appeals. She is in daily use, after all and not a museum piece.
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Nov 3, 2017 17:52:14 GMT
Post by Deleted on Nov 3, 2017 17:52:14 GMT
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Nov 3, 2017 18:19:28 GMT
Post by LandieMark on Nov 3, 2017 18:19:28 GMT
I was looking forward to those. Proper job by the looks of it and nice to see the cavities filled with wax too.
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Nov 3, 2017 18:35:08 GMT
Post by Deleted on Nov 3, 2017 18:35:08 GMT
IMVHO, a demonstration of the job being done right, which I very much appreciate. Probably why I stuck a bit extra on top.
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Nov 3, 2017 22:08:38 GMT
Post by Boxer6 on Nov 3, 2017 22:08:38 GMT
Very impressive, both work done AND quantity/quality of photos. I hope she gives many more years of service Mike.
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Nov 4, 2017 9:29:05 GMT
Post by Deleted on Nov 4, 2017 9:29:05 GMT
With a bit of luck she will. Had a bit if assistance, now if only the Flux guys can think straight it will be fine.
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Nov 4, 2017 9:38:40 GMT
Post by Roadsterstu on Nov 4, 2017 9:38:40 GMT
A lot of work there and looks like a thorough job. Fantastic!
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Nov 4, 2017 11:27:31 GMT
Post by Deleted on Nov 4, 2017 11:27:31 GMT
Ta, I did not realise how having the right colour would make a difference, VW Texas yellow is much better than the Mitsubishi yellow she previously had.
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