Sepetone actually make light blue spray putty! I danced like a fool when I found it....as it allows me a sneak peek to what the finished car will look like!

RJ

lovely little beasty!!![(#)]

What's happened to the "Bull Run"? !!!!!!!![:(!]

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Update on the bull run is posted

RJ

Christams Pudding gives energy!!!!! MORE WORK DONE!

The front righthand guard was badly dented, and possibly needed removal! I was so worried, I even started searching for a replacement.

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I recently bought a 2.6L Astron engine and 5-speed box from a mate and he included a complete hammer and dolly set for FREE[:u]

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Now I am a mechanic - NOT a panel beater....BUT! I have been known to hit things in a fit of rage before...so I thought I'd give the metal massage a go!

1st up I stripped the affected area;

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2nd I assed the damage;

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3rd - I belted the guard with the hammers and dollies and smoothed the area;

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4th I added a light coat of filler to smoothing off;

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5th Then I sanded and putty/primered the panel - AND SMILED[^]

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As you can see it was a hell of a lot easier than replacing the panel! Now I know my work is borderline acceptable, so I have decided to drop the car off to a 'Professional' panel beater prior to the final paint being laid - to ensure reasonably straight panels.

Anyway, a new engine package is going in - 2.6L Mitsubishi carby engine and 5 speed. Should thump out approx. 150hp, and the engine I bought (got it for $100) has a steel crank, heavy duty block, forged pistons, big valve head, match ported manifolds, heavy duty clutch and was built by a Mitsubishi gear head.

it will be a tight fit, however the car is a factory auto, so the tunnel is larger and the Mitsu bo and Ford 4 speed bos is basically identical in size and dimensions.

The problem will be the length and height of the engine. Height no problem, as I intend on fitting a 'cowl induction' hood scoop, how ever the length a conundrum. I could cheat and cut the rad support...however I will fit a worked 1600 Kent if the 2.6 is lame, and I am loathed to modify the engine bay metal too much.

Anyway it's better to have difficult decisions about how I am going to fit all this horsepower in that it is to worry about being under powered!

Oh and and I scored a locked up RS2000/rallypack diff - complete for free from my brother! The housing is painted gloss black, and it has the bigger Mk 2 brakes! So I guess my arse is sorted then[;^)]

More pics and updates as it happens!

RJ

Jason,

sorry to hijack but I read somewhere earlier that you are chasing an NC Fairlane. I have a friend who is need of disposing of a complete unit at $500 tow away or trailer away if you like???

Call me and I will provide the details

Shane 0401 778 331

Looking great Jason! just seen some pics there mate
Gona be a cracker when she's done!
Are you staying the same colour?

P.s HAPPY NEW YEAR FOLKS!

The colour will stay the same as the primer colour as it is a 'cheeky' and lively colour that represents the nature of the small Mk 1 perfectly.

I am still unsure as to the stripping though...originally the Mexico stripes were the sure fire way to go....how ever a possible shift to a 'LeMans' liverey Gulf racing colours might be the final choice. It is the right blue and orange stripping would look very cool.

Inside I am using the original light tan colour on the dash and doors, just to make the whole thing contrast well.

Cheers,

RJ

OH JOY!!!!!!

I now have my visiting older brother working FULL TIME on prepping the body!!!! Should be ready to straightened and in primer in about 24hrs!!!!!!

I am in Sydney this weekend for Powercruise, but with any luck it should be painted within 2 weeks!!!! This then means the project is accelerating faster than a Gemini diesel dropped form a Helicopter from 10000ft.

Stay tuned Classic Ford fans more pics of the ever changing Speedy G very soon.

RJ

P.S. - I'M EXCITED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!![:p][:p][:p][:p][:p][:p][:p]

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Originally posted by racin jason
This then means the project is accelerating faster than a Gemini diesel dropped form a Helicopter from 10000ft.

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I would very much like to see a Gemini dropped from 10000ft, that would be brilliant [:p]

Can't wait to see progress pictures mate.

hahahahah jason you have the best sayings.[:x)]

good to see its comin along. wat you doin with the motor i sold ya thats got some balls for a 1600 better get some use somewhere.

if not you can give it back to me and il use it in my corty.[:u]