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Hey man, I use a thin round wire wheel on the drill it is very accurate and shreds the rubber easily. Also PM if you are interested in carpets as I import them. regards, Rev.

can't really work out why it wont open but if it is unlocked you should be able to get to the underside of the hatch latch panel above the number plate and get a screwdriver and pry the claw back that is connected to the hatch release button this should unlock the hatch, its the only thing I can think of. Rev.

Yep this is the current color seen on many of the XR8 Fords! XA1973 wants to know what I do for a day job....I'm a minister currently working for a Christian Charity that works with abused and neglected kids in the foster/residential care arena. Sulio, don't tempt me...I'm wondering if it's time for a 'seachange'...I've been thinking about or dreaming about doing more in the Zed department. Right now I have mine to finish, then a 240 resto for a mate in Qld, then a 260 2 seater from Vic and a 2+2 from Vic....so it makes you wonder! Rev.

Hey John...yeah I hope once the whole thing is done that I don't feel it's too much, anyway add some chrome on the exterior and a full new interior with lambo style seats and it should look the goods! I'm using Acrylic, under the bonnet I put some retarder and use Aclac for thinning and it holds quite a good gloss, I can't be bothered trying to sand and cut that back. Have fun with your Zed today. Rev.

Thanks for the encouragement. The EP is fantastic and a real winner in getting a smooth substrate. Couldn't help myself today had to lay down some color, so now everyone knows where this is going. The color is FORD OCTANE ORANGE and yes it is in your face! Rev.

Last coat of primer, ready for final sand on the weekend and paint hopefully next week! YAY!!!!!

As Pauly said, pick up the phone! the best way to source the info you need is by talking to the seller. Rev.

Just bought one of these and it will run all your air tools and your spray gun. http://cgi.ebay.com.au/AIR-COMPRESSOR-16-CFM-3HP-3-CYLINDER-50L-COMPRESSOR-NEW_W0QQitemZ170453445590QQcmdZViewItemQQptZAU_Air_Tools?hash=item27afd12bd6 Hope that helps. Rev.

Just thought i would put it 'out there' I need to put in a 15amp external powerpoint to run my new compressor and thought someone on the Forum may know of someone? Rev.

congratulations to you and Nicole on the arrival of your beautiful daughter I am sure she will be a huge blessing to you as you will be to her. Rev.

and PRESTO!

Well I had some fun on the weekend, went to fit up the headlight buckets onlt to find that like most Zeds there was uneven gaps between the fender and the cone...so I came up with an idea that worked fantastic. I thought I would post some pics in case anyone else encountered the same problem. What I did first was to make a template out of thick card that would protrude about 2cm around the guard and bucket, I then bolted it together and applied body filler up to the card on both sides. When this had hardened well I then did a rough sand to remove most of the excess filler. I then removed the bucket from the fender, removed the card (carefully) and then reattached the bucket. Then using a hand flat sander made sure that I sanded accross the fender and bucket to make sure they were even. Separate the bucket again and sand a small chanfer (beveled edge connecting two surfaces) on the bucket and guard. Prime both surfaces and reattach...and presto perfect gaps with factory appearance.

dzeyene you're one lucky dude, if I was that copper I would've thrown the book at you, put you in the divvy van, thrown you in the lockup overnight, crushed your car, given you 200 hours community service, remanded you in custody until this time next year, canceled your license, confiscated your passport and fined you the equivalent of a years pay!....and a slap on the wrist! the only difference between this penalty and the one reserved for serious criminals like pedophiles is all of the above accept for the slap on the wrist! Seriously if a custodian of the law can feel that righteously indignant over a minor infraction of the law I'd love the opportunity to take him out for a week with me and let him meet child victims of crime who's abuser has just beat them again! P.S you should have gotten his badge number I would love to give him a visit! Rev.( AKA your Dad!)

Hey Gav, I'm still undecided to some degree, choices right now is Omaha Orange, Octane Orange or a red/orange. Rev.

I doubt that Fu paid $1400 a set, more like $2790 each set! I only presume this as I was talking to Eiji about a set a few weeks back. Rev.

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Thought that it was time for an update. I underestimated the time I would need to spend on the Ol' fashioned 'hammer & dolly' work on the guards I think I probably spent about 10 hours per side and probably 5 hours per side on the doors! But after almost giving up I'm happy with the result. Just got engine bay left to do and inspection flaps and I'm ready for a bit more Polyester high fill, run back, prime and topcoat...not long now. Also got the rubber on the new wheels and it looks ok! Rev.

Yeah, I concur with Gav, I think when Sul is ready he'll enjoy building another and may also buy something other than a Zed, the rescue efforts while noble may commit him to something that currently isn't in line with his future plans. That being said, I am very proud to be part of this Z community that would rally so quickly behind a member, someone once said 'If you want to see peoples priorities look at what they spend their money on' yes we spend it on Zeds however this thread shows that people are the priority...well done

Sorry to hear that Johnny, thankfully no human carnage...but the Zed loss is still very real. Rev.

As someone with considerable industry experience as a valuer/used car manager for a large dealership (albeit many years ago) I understand the context of vehicle market forces and economics. These prices are not reflective of the current market and obviously not a true reflection of what vehicles have sold for over recent times. Any vehicle is subject to the 'laws' of supply and demand' and if the seller is pricing according to demand we see prices whether artificial or not become inflated. I understand these principles to some degree and as an avid 'observer' of what is being bought and sold these prices (as listed by John, no offence mate!) are subjective at best and totally wrong at worst. Zed prices have increased almost 80% in the last 4 years and my own personal sales reflect that. Rev. Haha...John you ol dog, you posted while I was ranting, good on ya mate!

would help to know where you live, if you're Melbourne I'll try and give you a hand. Rev.

Hi, Quite interested in the motor. What size are the Weber's? I need to contact w-go couriers to get a price, are you prepared to secure it on a pallet for me? Sorry for all the questions but it will help getting quotes for transport. Cheers, Rev.

It's OK bro - I've just been considering the option being that the Left hand guard is so beaten up along the top edge and actually has a slight raised section right along it. IAs you know I can get most things nice and straight but being that this is my 'keeper' I'd prefer 'perfect' that's why I'm considering the idea of new guards and bonnet. Hope you're having a great Tassie Trip!

Hi, I have found Daniel to be A1 in all his work, I highly recommend him. Daniel Moore, He is at factory 8 8 Evans st Burwood. Just off Highbury rd down the Warrigul rd end Rev.

I've checked with Nissan here and they say that they are NA, do you have a lead on the Taiwan ones? otherwise FG it is!