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    Offline Mopar73340

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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #15 on: May 23, 2005 - 08:53:31 AM »
     :iagree:  Cars looking great NZ... Keep up the good work!!!!!   :thumbs:
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    Offline MoparMan440

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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #16 on: May 23, 2005 - 09:04:22 AM »
    NZ looking great is an understatement  :thumbs:. Very nice work !
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    Offline Rev-It-Up

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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #17 on: May 23, 2005 - 11:16:22 AM »
    The beast is looking great NZ!!!  It won't be long now at all.  I'm so excited for you!!! 
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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #18 on: May 23, 2005 - 01:44:17 PM »
    Good going mate.  :thumbs:
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    Offline Moparmatt

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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #19 on: May 23, 2005 - 01:50:44 PM »
    Wow Mate! That looks bloody amazing!

    But Carlisle is approaching fast... so you'd better hurry up! ::) :tongue: :laughing:
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    Offline 4Cruizn

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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #20 on: May 23, 2005 - 03:14:41 PM »
    OMG I just logged on and saw the engine pic in your signature and went looking for this thread!!  Then I saw your pics and fell backwards in my chair!!  DAMMN!!   That sh!t is lookin' flippin' fantastic!!!        Wow sweet work NZ!! I know how much time you have into this car!!!   :thumbs:   :worship:  :worship:  :worship: 

    So anyways . . now that I have the chair situated   ::) . . . do you have your air conditioning system all set up and ready to install??  What color are the gas tank straps??  WHat valve covers are you going to use??  Are you putting the ralley hood on??   :dontknow:


    Simply beautiful NZ!! 
    « Last Edit: May 23, 2005 - 03:22:00 PM by 4cruzin »
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    Offline gomangoRT/SE

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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #21 on: May 23, 2005 - 04:20:56 PM »
    Very nice eye for detail.    Its good to see someone getting close to the end of the road for a restoration.   Gives us inspiration to get out there on a day when we just dont feel like doing something on our car.    I tip my hat to anyone who sticks it out and finishes something they started.     :beer:
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    Offline Topcat

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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #22 on: May 23, 2005 - 04:35:04 PM »
    Way to go NZ. You said you think it looks great. Correction,  it is great. A lot of long hours are paying off for you.
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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #23 on: May 23, 2005 - 06:28:35 PM »
    Quote from: 4cruzin on May 23, 2005 - 03:14:41 PM
    So anyways . . now that I have the chair situated   ::) . . . do you have your air conditioning system all set up and ready to install??  What color are the gas tank straps??  WHat valve covers are you going to use??  Are you putting the ralley hood on??   :dontknow:


    Simply beautiful NZ!! 
    LMAO!  :laughing: Thanks 4C, thanks a lot mate.  :thumbs:

    The straps are plain steel but have been coated in some rust protective clear seal.
    Valve covers are chrome.
    Rallye hood!?!?!?! Are you kidding thats one of my favorite pieces!!!  :laughing: :grinyes: :drool:



    As for the valve covers etc that is something I'll let the photos describe when I get them. It's VERY different and in my years of looking at engine bay photos of MoPars I can't recall seeing one like how mine will be. Not "waaaaaay" different, just a touch of uniqueness.

    The front brake set up is a MP Brakes kit. I would have kept my originals but I needed to replace my left front spindle but couldn't find a replacement so we decided to upgrade and save time and improve braking. Was a great call.  ;D

    Thank you so much everyone for the comments.  :) :beer:


    More photos in weeks to come.  ;)
    « Last Edit: May 28, 2005 - 08:26:28 AM by NZ 440RT »
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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #24 on: May 23, 2005 - 10:35:21 PM »
    And the AC??  You have the set-up??  Man that is so sweet NZ!!  Very cool!!   :guitar:  :guitar:  :guitar:
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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #25 on: May 23, 2005 - 10:42:40 PM »
    NZ, maybe I should correct myself on where you live. I thought that New Zealand is a place where the weather is hopiitable. Yet, you are building it like your'e driving to Alaska.So far, you put stuff under the wheels, powder coated the trans pan.etc.  I realize you will drive it a lot. But, is this all necessary?
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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #26 on: May 23, 2005 - 10:44:26 PM »
    Quote from: 4cruzin on May 23, 2005 - 10:35:21 PM
    And the AC??  You have the set-up??  Man that is so sweet NZ!!  Very cool!!   :guitar:  :guitar:  :guitar:
    Yip, the A/C was working fine before. Was missing the center duct which was kindly given to me by REV so now the air gets spread around rather than at my left foot.  :laughing: As far as I'm aware the A/C pieces are been taken care of and all parts are accounted for. Compressor etc have been blasted etc cleaned and awaiting install. Theres a few pieces to go in before the A/C does. There is a big YearOne order coming and that has some major engine bay players in it, 50% of the tubes/clamps/brackets/hoses. Rad top and low. Rear lamp harness, horn, battery tray kit etc. Be a month or so before the engine bay REALLY comes to life.  :grinyes: :grinyes: :grinyes: :grinyes:


    Thanks once again for the kind words 4C  :) :wasted:
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    Offline Carlwalski

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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #27 on: May 23, 2005 - 10:49:32 PM »
    Quote from: topcatcuda on May 23, 2005 - 10:42:40 PM
    NZ, maybe I should correct myself on where you live. I thought that New Zealand is a place where the weather is hopiitable. Yet, you are building it like your'e driving to Alaska.So far, you put stuff under the wheels, powder coated the trans pan.etc.  I realize you will drive it a lot. But, is this all necessary?
    Hopitable? Whats that mean?  :laughing: I guess it means fair, nothing harsh. Hot summers, mild winters.  ;) True as that is this car is what I like to call a no worries car. Once this is complete I don't wanna worry about ANYTHING. The sealed underside isn't over the top. It's basically a rubber compound that is great for sound deadning and protection. If I see a gravel road and want to drive it - I will.  :grinyes: 8) (Carefully)  :laughing: The stuff under the wheels is only carrying on from the underside. We thought we may as well keep it going.

    This car IS a driver.  ;D So to answer you question simply - No this is not necessary but it also helps.  ;)
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    Offline Robb

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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #28 on: May 24, 2005 - 01:28:07 AM »
    Looking nice !     :beer: :worship:




    Do you have any pics of "before" of the motor with the A/C compressor in place ?   Your car had A/C to begin with IIRC ?
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    Re: NZ Resto Update
    « Reply #29 on: May 24, 2005 - 01:37:41 AM »
      :thumbs: ;)

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