MiataMark
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Yeh got to say it's got me pretty stoked - shame I have to be in Germany for work next week, and there are a few big things going on that require overtime right now, dang... But I'll get it done. Well Germay has Jagermister Italy has Martini We have many I guess but I like whiskey best  So I guess a Mazda should have something like a Sake brand - can't find a really good bit of branding, but this could work, plus white is the Japanses racing colour:  though bet you could do something with Asahi Beer branding:  Does this mean I'm gonna have to photoshop another booze themed car? Jokes aside, it's great to see you got the blessing from Bruichladdich. Can't wait to see it all come together. Just don't smash the bottle against the car to christen it... Sapporo would be the other one, a black bonnet with teh gold star on it (the base car is red).  Anyway trying not to derail the thread. |
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PhoenixCapri
West Midlands
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You rang sir ? Do you have access to a vinyl cutter mate? |
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Jul 13, 2015 12:52:03 GMT
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You rang sir ? Do you have access to a vinyl cutter mate? Its what Heidi does not only Vinyl cutting but full on printing onto anything, including wrapping vinyl So when you get the info, send it over with some sizes etc and well work some stuff up ? |
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PhoenixCapri
West Midlands
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Jul 13, 2015 15:01:50 GMT
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Do you have access to a vinyl cutter mate? Its what Heidi does not only Vinyl cutting but full on printing onto anything, including wrapping vinyl So when you get the info, send it over with some sizes etc and well work some stuff up ? Awesome - I did not know that. Will be in touch, cheers dude  |
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PhoenixCapri
West Midlands
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Aug 29, 2015 21:57:45 GMT
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So RRG15 has been and gone, and the "wouldn't it be nice if it was finished for" deadline with it! In some ways it's not all bad, because without a heater, it's a bit hard to see where you're going in this when it's wet! A solution is on the to do list.... Anyway, there has, amazingly been some progress. It's been a very busy summer, and while I have a fair few good excuses, I am now determined to get his painted for the end of the year, especially since a plan to actually put it to competitive use is forming - more on that later. Also it is exactly 5yrs since I killed the Escort at RRG10, so it's about flipping time I finished it's replacement! In terms of progress, well the shell is cleaned down, and just about ready for some high build primer - to support this I've built myself a makeshift spray booth - et voila!  If you've never had some of the plastic sheet on a roll that spreads out to 4m wide, I advise you get some, it is so damn useful for all sorts of car and DIY jobs. So plan is to true get a few coats on in evenings in the next couple of weeks, ending up with a car ready for rebuild and decals by the end of Sept. Which will just leave me to plan what to do with it. Track days have always been on the cards, but I've now been convinced some hillclimbing is a good way to go for a bit competition use. To run in the class I want, Historic Saloons, I'll need to do a National B championship for 6 events, at which point I'll get an A licence and be ready for the historic. Here's the championship www.classichillclimb.com/ they have a great range of cars, and it's growing all the time - really looking forward to it. But one big change will be needed for the classic class - an original type block. In other words, bye bye Zetec. With the Capri I have plenty of choice though, everything from a 1300 xflow to a 302 V8. Plan to build something next winter (and paint the engine bay while I'm at it), and while I don't have a motor yet, lets just say there's a set of tripple Weber IDF carbs sat in a box in the other room |
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bstardchild
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Aug 30, 2015 10:30:15 GMT
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OOooh this is exciting
More to the point I'd never heard of that series and it looks quite good to follow
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Aug 30, 2015 10:32:29 GMT
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OOooh this is exciting More to the point I'd never heard of that series and it looks quite good to follow Don't forget, plenty pics  Please  |
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PhoenixCapri
West Midlands
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Sept 10, 2015 12:08:11 GMT
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Don't forget, plenty pics Please Probably don't want them drip feeding then  Front floor pans painted in high impact paint (gives a sort of anti slip finish, plus covers up the welds a bit!) Interior now just needs a final clean (tonight) then some primer (tomorrow)....... |
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vulgalour
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Sept 12, 2015 20:49:18 GMT
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Looks nice and tidy does that. White on the inside, blue on the outside, or did I miss something?
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PhoenixCapri
West Midlands
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Sept 14, 2015 12:31:53 GMT
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Looks nice and tidy does that. White on the inside, blue on the outside, or did I miss something? Cheers, couple of bits that I'm going to tidy a little before a final coat but it's pretty good for an interior. And yeh, blue on the outside - hopefully get the paint this week |
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vulgalour
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Sept 14, 2015 14:30:06 GMT
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A friend of mine has a rally prepped Sierra that's white on the inside. Surprisingly, it makes it a much nicer place to be amidst all the safety gear and you can find things when you drop them.
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PhoenixCapri
West Midlands
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Sept 14, 2015 21:09:29 GMT
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A friend of mine has a rally prepped Sierra that's white on the inside. Surprisingly, it makes it a much nicer place to be amidst all the safety gear and you can find things when you drop them. That was part of the thinking, that and it'll make it cooler in the sun - it's like a greenhouse with the fixed windows! |
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PhoenixCapri
West Midlands
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Sept 21, 2015 17:12:22 GMT
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Local paint supplier has come up trumps with a paint match ;D  Progress is steady, should have inside of doors done tonight, and the bonnet is primed - but needs a lot more sanding! |
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ndg
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Sept 21, 2015 20:55:12 GMT
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That colour looks awesome!
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PhoenixCapri
West Midlands
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Sept 21, 2015 21:01:46 GMT
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That colour looks awesome! I know, can't wait to get it on the car! |
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PhoenixCapri
West Midlands
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Oct 18, 2015 16:58:10 GMT
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Really does feel like all I've been doing is sanding down! Body is nearly there, but put loads of filler primer on and still finding high points.  But it is getting there. On the bright side, have a sneak peak of the bonnet  Needs a fair bit of polishing, but I'm pretty chuffed with the overall look of the panels so far |
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Oct 18, 2015 17:31:07 GMT
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YES. 100% 10/10 A+. Great stuff dude, will look really cool with the white inside too.
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PhoenixCapri
West Midlands
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YES. 100% 10/10 A+. Great stuff dude, will look really cool with the white inside too. Cheers dude, comments like that help me find the energy to keep sanding! Got to say I'm pretty excited to get it back together ;D |
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jayvoa
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Yes! Awesome! Can't say I've ever gotten that excited by just a painted bonnet but that is bloody exciting. Cannot wait to see the whole thing now.
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vulgalour
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Oct 19, 2015 10:40:49 GMT
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Ooooo... exciting times ahead!
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