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    Offline Brcuda7t1

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    Newbie From CA
    « on: September 05, 2008 - 12:13:19 AM »
    I am new to the Forum, but not to E-bodies.   I recently read the article of what you did for Cudaguy in giving him that 73 Barracuda.  You guys are fantastic!!

    I own a 1971 Barracuda Convertible, 318 with 904 transmission.  I do have the original 318 that came out it, and will rebuild it when I get around to finishing the body and top and interior LOL.  I have been collecting parts for the car since I bought it back in 1983.   It was my daily driver until 2000.  It took a hit from a Chevy PU not looking when he was backing up back in 93, but it ONLY damaged the right fender and cracked the grill.  Was able to find a replacement for it no problem.  A few years ago, I was able to buy a new grill and new door panels.  When I get to painting the grill I will be asking for help on the proper way to get it back to it original argent silver.

    It is in pretty ruff shape I know, but luckily for me it is a California car and no rust.


    Look forward to reading about the other cars here
    « Last Edit: September 05, 2008 - 01:42:49 PM by Brcuda7t1 »
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    Offline 72hemi

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #1 on: September 05, 2008 - 12:26:23 AM »
    You are one lucky guy. I wish my daily driver was a 71 barracuda convertible. Where in California are you? I am in Sunnyvale. We have a great Mopar club in the South Bay if you are close. As for the grille Totally Auto Inc sells the correct paint in a rattle can (I've used it before quality product) when you are ready give them a call and they can set you up with the correct shade of textured silver. Oh and welcome to the board.
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    Offline 71340RT

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #2 on: September 05, 2008 - 01:00:01 AM »
    Welcome to the site and sounds like a great Barracuda to restore. Post some more pictures when you get a chance.
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    Offline hooD

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #3 on: September 05, 2008 - 02:07:49 AM »
     :bigsmile:  Welcome to the site!!!  Great project car you have there.  Be glad that you and your Barracuda aren't up here in rusty Motown.  Hey, is that a VW beetle behind the Barracuda?
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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #4 on: September 05, 2008 - 02:10:00 AM »
    Welcome to the site.  Like 72Hemi said, where abouts in CA?  I'm in San Diego.
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    Offline Jacksboys

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #5 on: September 05, 2008 - 03:00:18 AM »
    Welcome to the site   :2thumbs:
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    Offline ladman

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #6 on: September 05, 2008 - 07:02:34 AM »
    Welcome.  Nothing like a convert. in the CA sunshine!!  :cooldancing:
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    Offline 67vertman

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #7 on: September 05, 2008 - 10:39:13 AM »
    It is always nice to have another CA member, so, WELCOME.  :wave:

    I am in sunny (and hot) southern CA.

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    Ron - Born and raised in Southern California

    I got the 1970 Cuda, but still need the hot blonde to ride shotgun!

    First car -1969 Road Runner 383 4sp

    Current ride - 1970 Barracuda 440-6 4 sp Dana 60  (4:10)

    Offline Brcuda7t1

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #8 on: September 05, 2008 - 01:50:58 PM »
    Thanks for the welcome and the information for the grill paint.   Yes that was a 71 Bug, I got rid of it a few years ago, was a project I was not going to finish :(  I Found a person who had the time to fix it up. 


    I live in the hot part of SoCal also, I'm up in Apple Valley :)   I posted smaller pictures with a side view.
    « Last Edit: September 05, 2008 - 01:53:52 PM by Brcuda7t1 »
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    Offline 72bluNblu

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #9 on: September 05, 2008 - 07:44:45 PM »
    Welcome from NorCal!  :2thumbs:
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    Offline Barracuda4

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #10 on: September 05, 2008 - 09:03:07 PM »
    Welcome from Central OHIO!!!  That is going to be a sweet convertible!
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    Offline Topcat

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #11 on: September 05, 2008 - 09:46:00 PM »
    Welcome, nice project. Keep us posted on the progress. I'm in CA. too.
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    Mike, Fremont, CA.

    Offline cudadave72

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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #12 on: September 06, 2008 - 10:49:55 PM »
    Looks like a great car to start with!! Welcome to C-C!!! :2thumbs:
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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #13 on: September 07, 2008 - 03:22:59 PM »
    Welcome to the site! Looks like you have a fun project there. I am in San Jose, Ca. We need more cali's here. WELCOME 8) :wavingflag:
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    Re: Newbie From CA
    « Reply #14 on: September 07, 2008 - 03:28:18 PM »
    welcome  :newbie:  :wave:

    Nice drop top  :2thumbs:
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