My "Special" toy

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How bout some pics of the grey now it's in?
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J wrote:this is looking great!
Cant wait to see the paint with all the sheet metal on (great idea with the lines).
I am assuming the doors aren't staying completely white.
Thanks. No the doors won't stay completely white.

I'll add some photos of the grey tomorrow.
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The 'new' grey is in........
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Will be tidied up of course, but for now it's in.
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Trying to sort out the wiring now.

I bought the car partially disassembled and have just noticed that I have only one fitting for front and rear indicators. (the part the globe screws into with wiring attached)
None for the taillights either :?

Are the ones at Rarespares the right thing?
They look a little different and there are different types with the same description.

http://www.rarespares.net.au/rarespares ... TTING+KITS

Is this my best option for getting hold of these?
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have a look at FBVAN's threat in electrical - 'indicators'... these Narva parts cost (from memory) $6-7 each. I used them on my FC; no probs at all. Check out the Narva website for pics, but they're almost identical to original bulb holders. I got mine from Autobarn, but anyone who handles Narva products will either stock them or get them in for you

cheers, jack
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Thanks Jack.

I've just had a look on the Narva site......

http://www.narva.com.au/products/browse/globe-holders

Looks like the same as at Rares. I'll have a look at Autobarn tomorrow. They will be cheaper than Rares.

I'll let you know how I go.
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Are you going with the linkages or running a cable accelerator?

I kinda miss the old 138 :( .
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It'll be a cable accelerator.
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Trev wrote:I kinda miss the old 138 :( .
Aaaaaww Trev's getting all sentimental.... That is a good little grey though, runs like a good 161 hey Trev. :mrgreen: :lol:

Motor looks good sitting in there.
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Devilrod wrote: That is a good little grey though, runs like a good 161 hey Trev. :mrgreen: :lol:

It's a ripper :D .
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We need an update on this one thanks, hows the old motor going? Trev 8) .
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An update would be great...
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Weird that you posted that today Trev.
Got back out to the EK this weekend after another almost 12 months.
Front guards and bonnet got a coat of paint.
I'm hoping to get a regular go at it again now.
I'll post a pic soon.

Thanks for the nudge guys!
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Oh yeah. The motor is all good Trev.
It gets a turn over every now and then
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Nice
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