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Sept 23, 2021 6:17:57 GMT
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This really hurts my head Phil, I am still sorry to see this damage.
Regardless of one accepting and processing acts of nature etc mentally, it is about the sheer amount of work (love if you want) that you have put in on this car since the day you got it.
I trust the insurance will make the recovery a bit easier.
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Sept 23, 2021 6:53:04 GMT
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A shame but shows how tough it is to only have that after a building collapsing on it!
Being a curved surface it won't be too difficult to get the dent out then with a small amount of filler re-finish, at least it can still be used while you are sorting everything else out.
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Sept 23, 2021 8:18:28 GMT
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Not great to see, but, not a total disaster either (they don't make 'em like they used too !) ...
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Sept 23, 2021 11:33:25 GMT
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This really hurts my head Phil, I am still sorry to see this damage. Regardless of one accepting and processing acts of nature etc mentally, it is about the sheer amount of work (love if you want) that you have put in on this car since the day you got it. I trust the insurance will make the recovery a bit easier. Turns out the policy is third party, fire & theft. On my own for repairs. Someone has suggested dry ice on that top dent, to make the metal pull in and koink the dent back out. I can try but the only place locally that sold it was destroyed by the storm. |
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Sept 23, 2021 11:55:33 GMT
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you might get it out with the glue on pads they use for modern smart repairs, though I suspect the steel is a bit thicker than a modern car. If you are resigned to having to repair the paint you may be able to slip a heat protection mat between it and the head lining and tack some stell tabs on then pull it out with a slide hammer (or if you can borrow the propper nail welding tool for the job)
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Last Edit: Sept 23, 2021 11:58:29 GMT by kevins
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Sept 23, 2021 12:28:29 GMT
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That roof will need some careful metalworking - best to research how before having a go, it will be quite stretched in places.
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Sept 23, 2021 17:47:02 GMT
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That roof will need some careful metalworking - best to research how before having a go, it will be quite stretched in places. Yeah, giving it a thump caused it to wrinkle diagonally across the dent, suggesting a hefty stretch. I think I'll try cooling it off but as it's a compound curve I think it needs to be seen to by sometime with greater skills than I currently posess. Phil |
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Sept 23, 2021 18:25:31 GMT
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I used to work with an old school body guy and he always used to say he could always do something with curved panels on a minor or beetle it was the flat ones that came in in the 70's which he struggled with. My understanding was that on curved panel he could work the metal to give slightly more curvature which as long as it was done smoothly wasn't noticeable.
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Sept 23, 2021 19:04:48 GMT
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I used to work with an old school body guy and he always used to say he could always do something with curved panels on a minor or beetle it was the flat ones that came in in the 70's which he struggled with. My understanding was that on curved panel he could work the metal to give slightly more curvature which as long as it was done smoothly wasn't noticeable. That's reassuring to know. It's going to have a dent in for a while, and a big old scratch on the back- war wounds! |
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Sept 26, 2021 1:26:32 GMT
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Busy day. Just got a $6700 check for repair to the Challenger.  Cleared and broke down the back wall of the garage proper, got the lawnmower out and mowed the yard. Renault? No significant damage. I had to bend the antenna straight.  Go figure. Phil |
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Spent the day emptying rooms so the demolition crew cab come in and remove all the parts of the house damaged by the water.  Side of the Plymouth isn't too bad overall, which is good.  Most of the weight is on this structural wheelie bin.  Rummaged in the leaves and junk and found the keys to the Renault so that's good... I don't have another set. Someone may also be interested in buying the Pontiac so that'll remain to be seen. I took it out for a quick run and it behaved perfectly (typical). It had also dropped most of the oil out of the differential on the driveway for no particular reason... |
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Last Edit: Oct 1, 2021 4:06:49 GMT by PhilA
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Mixed news, but could be worse I guess. That wheelie bin certainly took one for the team! Surprisingly strong.
The Renault is a survivor all right! As for the Pontiac diff, extreme fear/ anxiety is known to affect bladder control, so I can only assume that something in its extended ordeal was too much for it. I imagine an approaching tornado could have that effect if nothing else……
Nick
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1967 Triumph Vitesse convertible (old friend)
1996 Audi A6 2.5 TDI Avant (still durability testing)
1972 GT6 Mk3 (Restored after loong rest & getting the hang of being a car again)
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Thoroughly depressing, we are in Biloxi, Mississippi right now temporarily in a hotel while the house is being gutted internally.  Parking garage is full of interesting cars, the road is all up and down with customs and antique vehicles. Mine is sat at home. Actually, I'm writing the For Sale ad for it right now. Such is life. |
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Last Edit: Oct 3, 2021 14:00:18 GMT by PhilA
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Sorry to read that Phil. You’ve done such a fabulous job in bringing it back to life, you’ve been a great owner for the car. Are you sure you’re making the right decision? Can you sleep on it for a few weeks?
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Sorry to read that Phil. You’ve done such a fabulous job in bringing it back to life, you’ve been a great owner for the car. Are you sure you’re making the right decision? Can you sleep on it for a few weeks? Sadly no. Circumstances dictate. Renault is for sale too. $1000 obo. |
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And another sorry to hear it, but lao totally understand.
I just hope you can maximise the sales.
Tomorrow is another day.
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And another sorry to hear it, but lao totally understand. I just hope you can maximise the sales. Tomorrow is another day. All is not lost. I am going to keep the Fury. That's got the chance to be a real nice car too. |
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Last Edit: Oct 3, 2021 18:24:55 GMT by PhilA
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Rough times mate - I hope things start to get better and that you'll be able to get back home sooner rather than later.
While you're in Biloxi will you be going to Cruisin' the Coast? It might be a nice distraction.
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Rough times mate - I hope things start to get better and that you'll be able to get back home sooner rather than later. While you're in Biloxi will you be going to Cruisin' the Coast? It might be a nice distraction. That's what's so depressing, I cannot. I hear the cars going by and there's a number parked up but I gotta work. Phil |
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Thar sucks mate - especially as you are right there. Maybe you'll find a few minutes here or there - the distraction would surely be good for what ails you.
Does FEMA kick in or are you all left to your own devices? Is it a struggle to find contractors to work or is it fairly well organized? Sending you best wishes from the west.
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