Restoration Dutch 1983 FB

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Re: Restoration Dutch 1983 FB

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Anyone up for a convoy.......Resprays for us all OK?

Great repair work. Thanks for sharing the pics.
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Re: Restoration Dutch 1983 FB

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Here we go again!

Fitted front and rear bumper:
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Installing the dash again:
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Carpet back in the car after cleaning:
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And the centre console fitting again:
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Rear lights an licence plate fitted again:
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Installed quarter windows and tailgate:
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Brake caliper repair:
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Sprayed upper part of left door semi gloss black:
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Repolished Rotary rims:
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They will be sprayed gloss clear when the tyres are fitted.
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Fitted front lower spoiler and licence plate:
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This is how it looks right now. Last saturday I've fitted the wheels after painting and made some pics outside in the sun.
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You are an absolute wizard...... What a smart job you've made of that......W(p
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Fantastic job !
Great looking car s(c)
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Re: Restoration Dutch 1983 FB

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Wow. I may have to cancel my participation in the exile roadtrip to holland for becoming overcome with pure jealousy if i see this in the flesh. Silver perfection.
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Today I've fitted the front windshield!

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Looks bit more like a proper car now. ;)
Also busy respraying outer doorhandles, locks and all that kind of stuff..
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Re: Restoration Dutch 1983 FB

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Looks amazing well done. W(p
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