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Hey Malcolm

Where did you put the filler for the XB tank? Was it very involved to fit?

any pics?

Sorry

I know its a thunderbird!

I love those old Camaro ' s.

looks great malcolm.

Now it is all forward movements to completion. !

Are you going to use the original colours?

regards earlee

great looking instruments that would suit any EK.

hey devilrod

will you post or pm me a close up pic of your dash?

thanks oldgmh

I will give it a try.
Is the oven cleaner to remove the old paint? Does it damage the plastic?

Hey Devilrod

the coloured background is a real trick look

is it easy to do?
special skills required?
normall or special paint?

I might have a try on an old speedo.

.... luverly...

great job in stripping the body

- but what about the boot hinges??

It might be something to do with a weight formula on the car's maximum recognised weight.

EK's could weigh more if they had the hydromatic gearbox which wasn't available in the FB.

You are correct Sunny Tim - go to the top of the class. :lol: RTA was meant to be a generic term for a state motor registration authority. eg : Qld Tpt, RTA, DIER, MVR, Vic Roads, etc ... Obviously one would consult the state compliant engineer for the state in which they live. :shock: :shock:

It's all diferent from state to state and engineer to engineer. :roll: So the best bet is to get an RTA compliant engineer who will give you the advice you want, do what he says, get the state RTA compliant engineer's certification,and then get rego in your state. Good Luck. :) I have a fully legal ...

If its done properly then you can run up to 350 V8. you will need new brakes, chassis kit, collapsible steering and so on ...

Just need to comply with the engineers requirements.

yes, definately its a bit of everything.

EK rear doors stainless, grill, bonnet bar etc.

FB scuttle, front guard trim etc

It must be an FB judging by the rusted sills.