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Old 22 January 2013, 08:49 PM
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That's certainly seen better days Peter
Old 22 January 2013, 08:54 PM
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All in good time Martin
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Originally Posted by Budgie
May need to do something with this also
I know a good bodyshop...



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Stage 2
Old 23 January 2013, 06:22 PM
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Nitromoors is your friend
Old 23 January 2013, 06:40 PM
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What sump is that Budgie?
Old 23 January 2013, 06:46 PM
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Pete, be sure to mask up any bolt holes when you paint/powdercoat.

The bolts require a clean surface for earthing.
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What sump is that Budgie?
Looks like a Hyperflow to me?
Old 23 January 2013, 09:37 PM
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It is a hyper flow Ricky and yes Frayz, got all the holes sorted.
Just need to bake it now, how big is your oven Ricky?
Old 23 January 2013, 09:45 PM
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Just need to find someone with an Aga and you'll be sorted Pete
Old 27 January 2013, 11:51 AM
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Old 27 January 2013, 11:53 AM
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Looking much better Pete.

Edit, noticed the mounting holes haven't been masked??

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Old 27 January 2013, 12:03 PM
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looking good , did you paint it yourself ?
Old 27 January 2013, 10:45 PM
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Nice job
Old 28 January 2013, 05:07 PM
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Should have the car running in the next day or two
Will post up some more pics when I can

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Old 28 January 2013, 05:30 PM
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Looking good mate Sorry just saw post, unfortunately no oven at hotel as we only do breakies on a griddle!! I could have fried the manifold with a bit of bacon though..... Lol
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What paint did you use on the manifold Peter, I fancy doing mine when it gets a bit warmer?
Old 28 January 2013, 08:58 PM
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Why is it manifold black, and then red when back on the car Pete? Changed of plans, or just preferred the red

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