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Allan
post Nov 14 2006, 06:39 PM
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I have finally realized (IMG:style_emoticons/default/headbang.gif) that if I try to do the bodywork on my car it'll take at least 15 years.

Is there anyone who can recommend a good body shop or bodyman who might be willing to prep my car?

I have a really good painter who will shoot the car for free but, it takes an act of congress to get him over here to spend some quality time when it comes to doing the prep work.

Anyone?
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post Nov 14 2006, 07:20 PM
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post Nov 14 2006, 09:07 PM
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post Nov 14 2006, 10:10 PM
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They don't call it body WORK for nothing... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif) Don't feel bad. Your not the first guy to have a moment of clarity. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)
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post Nov 14 2006, 10:24 PM
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Painters don't like to do body work......that's why they paint (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif)
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post Nov 17 2006, 10:48 AM
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post Nov 17 2006, 01:41 PM
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Call Brandon at Altissimo Restoration in Napa. 707-253-7246

he might be willing to help you.


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post Nov 17 2006, 03:06 PM
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They don't call it body WORK for nothing... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/happy11.gif) Don't feel bad. Your not the first guy to have a moment of clarity. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/blink.gif)

(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/barf.gif)

too bad you are not close to TJ. then you can get it prepped there and sprayed with your local guy.
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post Nov 17 2006, 10:28 PM
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A smart fellow would have one man responsible for the job being done right. Do not take this wrong, there are some good honest body men but they are all working for someone for top dollar. If your committed to this plan a word of advice, Get yourself some lubricant your going to need it. Spend the money and go to a reputable business that will stand behind the job, you will be happy you did it in the end.

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post Jan 8 2007, 08:12 PM
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Here we go. My car is going to another 914 fan to get her skin ready for a nice coat of DuPont Stone Grey Metallic paint. I'll post pics as they come in from Steve and my neighbor (the DuPont guy).


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post Jan 8 2007, 08:16 PM
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A smart fellow would have one man responsible for the job being done right. Do not take this wrong, there are some good honest body men but they are all working for someone for top dollar. If your committed to this plan a word of advice, Get yourself some lubricant your going to need it. Spend the money and go to a reputable business that will stand behind the job, you will be happy you did it in the end.

Paul


I appreciate the advice. I think this puppy is gonna rock the 914 world as far as paint goes. I trust Steve and I have seen the miracles that my neighbor (the DuPont guy) can work on the cars he paints...
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post Jan 8 2007, 08:49 PM
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QUOTE(Headrage @ Jan 8 2007, 06:16 PM) *

QUOTE(Kersey @ Nov 17 2006, 08:28 PM) *

A smart fellow would have one man responsible for the job being done right. Do not take this wrong, there are some good honest body men but they are all working for someone for top dollar. If your committed to this plan a word of advice, Get yourself some lubricant your going to need it. Spend the money and go to a reputable business that will stand behind the job, you will be happy you did it in the end.

Paul


I appreciate the advice. I think this puppy is gonna rock the 914 world as far as paint goes. I trust Steve and I have seen the miracles that my neighbor (the DuPont guy) can work on the cars he paints...

Thanks! I aspire to meet your expectations.
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post Jan 9 2007, 06:15 PM
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Hit the road today to deliver the car to Steve.

Here's a pic of a collectible P car at the James Dean memorial (cept this ones not all wadded up).


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post Jan 9 2007, 06:16 PM
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Here's Steves track beast...


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post Jan 29 2007, 05:51 PM
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Been awhile so I thought I would update with some pics of the progress.



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post Jan 29 2007, 06:45 PM
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I want a stud welder in the worst way. But I m past the point now where it would be uber helpful.

If I do this again, I am going to get a stud welder...

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post Jan 29 2007, 08:36 PM
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QUOTE(Vacca Rabite @ Jan 29 2007, 04:45 PM) *

I want a stud welder in the worst way. But I m past the point now where it would be uber helpful.

If I do this again, I am going to get a stud welder...

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I'm stupid... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drunk.gif)

What's a stud welder???
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post Jan 29 2007, 11:12 PM
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QUOTE(Headrage @ Jan 29 2007, 06:36 PM) *

QUOTE(Vacca Rabite @ Jan 29 2007, 04:45 PM) *

I want a stud welder in the worst way. But I m past the point now where it would be uber helpful.

If I do this again, I am going to get a stud welder...

Zach


I'm stupid... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/drunk.gif)

What's a stud welder???


those studs on your door you use to pull the panel out...

intead of drilling holes and using a slide hammer...
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post Jan 29 2007, 11:18 PM
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You still use a slide hammer.. You just dont use screws to attach it..

When your done with the slide hammer you grind off the studs, really nice tool (expensive too..)
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post Jan 29 2007, 11:54 PM
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You still use a slide hammer.. You just dont use screws to attach it..

When your done with the slide hammer you grind off the studs, really nice tool (expensive too..)


right... but you don't drill holes (IMG:style_emoticons/default/smile.gif) and HF had stud welders for 100 bucks
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