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Hey gang.
Thought we would share some pics and info on how we built our new car that we affectionately call  "Miss Behavin' ".
The car was built as a collabarative effort by John Rapinette and myself (Alex Smits) over a period of 13 months.
There have been a few build up threads on the forum that have been closely followed. Yes, we took a bunch of pics during the build that we are going to share here, but let's start by showing pics of the completed car which we debuted at the recent Nationals at Phillip Island.
(http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i28/fefcnats06/F MonLangLang/Mon058.jpg)
(http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i28/fefcnats06/F MonLangLang/Mon057.jpg)

The car was built as a period Drag Racer, along the lines of the cars that would have competed in the late 60's and early 70's.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y183/customfc5/Drags/april-06g.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y183/customfc5/Drags/april-06h.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y183/customfc5/Drags/DragsCruzin.jpg)

Watch over the next few days/weeks as we show where it all started and what we needed to do to put her back on the road. Hopefully I will be able to acknowledge those people and businesses that helped in some way along the way.

Regards
Alex

Is that smoke coming from the back wheels i can see awesome car cant wait to see the buld pics maybe next shot you could get the wheels in the air ;D ;D ;D

Looking forward ot the pics and the story!!

Michael

This car is a credit to Alex and John.

If you get the chance, go over it and check out all the cool gear in it... let me know if you guys ever think of selling! :)

hey mate,
it looks good. fornt bar is different, I like the paint too.
cant wait to see build pics
nes138

7th February 2005.
OK, this is where we started.
As you can see, the car had a lot of panel damage and what can't be seen easily, is the amount of rust. The worst of which was in the floor and subframe.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer7.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer6.jpg)
Check out the right rear of the car. At some point it had had a rear end collision that required some realignment.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer5.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer4.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer1.jpg)
Regards
Alex

were was the car located at this stage, sure has come a long way in a short period of time.
Whats John thinking about there?

He's thinking why the hell did he decide to clean that door with the pressure washer, he blew it clean off and blew the front bench through the other side  :o

Keep 'em coming Alex, I wish I had more forethought to take more photos during my builds.

For those that are into the numbers, here they are.

FC-225-11254-S
Vehicle is an FC Special Sedan, the 11,254th manufactured in Sydney, NSW.
265-637
The Exterior Trim Code (265) describes this car as Two-Tone: Adobe Beige over Terracotta.
The Interior Trim Code (637) refers to: Black & Turkish Ivory.
253-2053  The Primary (bonnet, guards) colour is Terracotta (in DUCO Lacquer)
256-2031  The secondary colour is Adobe Beige (in DUCO Lacquer)
The vehicle was painted in the Late 1958 scheme style (based on the ID No) This is not the case, as it is painted in the early 1958 scheme.

8-20634-S
The vehicle was assembled during 1958, and was the 19,634th FC (in any bodystyle) assembled in Sydney, NSW.
L504045
Manufacture date (based on engine number) is October 1958

Regards
Alex

To answer a few questions.
The car is located at Ted Lowes place at this point.
John was thinking "I hope there aren't any snakes in there".

Here the car is moved to inside Ted's shed for the start of the work.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer8.jpg)
This is the end result of the first day (7th Feb '05). Car was pulled apart so we could get a closer look at what we were up against. Many thanks to Craig Alderson (CraigA) who helped with the disassembly.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer-10.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer-11v2.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer-12.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomer-13.jpg)

Regards
Alex

Here's a look at some of the rust. The subframe looking at (through) the front below the battery.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bboomerrust.jpg)
It was around this time that I drew up some concept drawings to help visualise the end result. This allowed us to try some different ideas and paint options. They also allowed us to show potential sponsors what we were putting together.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/GasserGem3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/GasserGem4.jpg)
These drawings developed over a few months, and as you can see, this final version differs slightly from the finished car.
Regards
Alex

The first area to be tackled was the floor. There was extensive rust, requiring the entire rear area to be replaced, including the tailshaft hump, which had rust in the top. We were lucky to pick up an entire rear floor in rust free condition from Craig Jordan....thanks Craig.
The front required patches in both corners, as well as the channel below requiring replacement. Photos are a bit sketchy at this point as I forgot my camera. I did snap off a few with the camera phone of the front left corner. 1st April 2005.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/floor3.jpg)
At about the time the floor was complete, Ted had a hoist installed in the shed. This was very handy. Shame we did not have use when the bulk of the work was done. Here John is seen doing the final welding of the drivers side channel. 21st May 2005.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Johnweld.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Johnweld3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Johnweld4.jpg)
The front and rear ends were tidied up, but were later repainted and in the case of the front, replaced by a unit repainted in 2pak.
Regards
Alex

Alex,

What a transformation!  Great before and after pics, with the end result is a real eye catcher.  Whats under the bonnet?

Regards,
Stewart

Ditto that, very interesting build up, are they tramp rods I see on the back?
Keep the pics coming.
Gary

Love the build pics... keep them coming.

it's cool to see your vision of the project before hand and then compare it after.

welding shots.. always love these.. do you were glasses when you snap them?

Cheers

Ed

Stewart....it has a warm grey, which you will see fitted soon.
Gary....they are traction rods, as fitted to the hot Holdens of the 60's.
Ed....Welding shots with a slower shutter. I try to hide the brightest part behind a part of the car.
Thanks for the interest.
Regards
Alex

WOW as I said when I spoke to you guys at the drags it looks and sounds awesome and I love the paint scheme .
I hope this aint to blunt but why did you choose to start on something so rough ,I mean surely something better turns up being so involved with the club .

The outcome was well worth it though and best of all .its swayed from the mainstream..

21st May 2005.
Here's a couple of shots of the completed floor. Underside was wire wheeled then painted with underbody deadener for a versatile finish.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/floordone.jpg)
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y183/customfc5/floordone3.jpg)

Harko. The project initially was going to be a bit more rough and ready, but with sponsors coming on board, we decided to do the best we could. A better body would have saved us a lot of time, but in the end we are proud that we saved an FC that normally would have been parted out and scrapped.

Regards
Alex

With the floor now complete, we turned our attention to the area next in need of work, the rear of the car. As mentioned earlier, the car had rear end damage. We scored a replacement boot, as the original was bent. The right rear quarter was pumped back out using a porta power, and massaged back into shape. The biffo in the left rear quarter was knocked out, and the "special" holes were welded closed. These pics show the new boot in place and the fine tuning of the gaps.....still a bit of straightening to go. 4th June 2005.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bootlid.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bootlid2.jpg)

Regards
Alex

Good stuff, blokes.   Looking forward to next episode.  Re:  Traction rods/tramp rods - where can you get them, or did you make them up/have them specially made?  Mike

Whilst work progressed on the body, a start was made on the interior. Here are the front and rear seats, just returned from the motor trimmers.
The trimmer was:
Denniss Motor Trimmers
Contact: John Denniss
Phone: 02 9604 6504
Address: 55 Maud Street, Fairfield West NSW
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/seats.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/seats2.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/seats3.jpg)
The interior was kept in the original black and white colours. John did a great job for us, and is very easy to deal with. I will post some better pics showing the complete interior in place down the track.
These shots taken 21/6/05.
Regards
Alex

Mike,

The tramp rods were an item that I saw in a mate's shed a couple of years ago that he was not going to use, so I purchased them from him for a FC ute I was building - I had never seen a set before for a FC and thought they were pretty cool.

Unfortunately they fit the u bolt pattern and spring pad on a FC diff, but were not suitable for a HR diff which I ended using in my project.

When I heard about the drag car project that Ted, Craig, John and Alex were involved in I happily donated the tramp rods and some other bits and pieces to the cause.

I'd be very interested, as I'm sure many others would be too, to hear about all the individuals and organisations that donated their time, products or services to this car during its build, particularly now that it is gaining such great press.

How about publishing a list in your next post Alex?

Regards

Edward

Thanks, Edward.  Like you I think they look pretty cool as well as being functional.  I remember them being a hot after-market item on early Holdens when I was a young bloke.  Wonder how many of our members would be interested in a set if there was someone out there who could manufacture them.   Maybe we could get a plan drawn with dimensions/bits needed etc from those on BAD GIRL?  Cheers,  Mike.

Thanks for the info Edward.
Happy to acknowledge those people who helped, that is one of the reasons why this thread was started.
The following people helped John and I in some way, with such things as parts, hands or advice.
Ted Lowe
Craig Alderson
Alfio Musumeci
Dave Baker
Geoff Klimpsh
Geoff Sheaffer
Dick Thomas
Mal Owen
Joe Psala
Richard Thomas
Edward Singleton
Craig Jordan
Craig Wilson
Alan Wall
Ziggy Moseneder
Les Hewart
Graham Fuller
Ken McLean
Tony Mudie
Stewart Dinker
Charles (Chuck)
Brett Fitzpatrick
Shane (SRVlives)
Brad (electrician)
Hopefully those that helped more than others will be acknowledge further as the thread progresses, as will our sponsors.
Many thanks to all.
If I missed anyone, my apologies. Just send me a IM or email and I will add you.

Mike.
I will try to get some detailed pics and measurements so you can have a go at making some Traction Rods of your own.
Regards
Alex

Thanks for that Alex.   I am sure there will be others out there keen to make up a set.   (or have one made). Mike.

Time for another update. 30/7/2005.
With the floor done and the rear realigned, the next job was the rear 1/4's. The panels were straightened and the badge holes were welded closed, a small amount of rust welded up and the whole lot was file finished. These shots also show the roof stripped of paint and a few minor dings repaired.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/baremetal.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/baremetal2.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/baremetal3.jpg)
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The subframe also received some attention, with the rust cut out and patched up.
Regards
Alex

With the shell now straight, rust free and stripped of paint, it was time for some highfill. 19-20/8/05.
Firstly though, the bare metal needed to be treated with deoxodine.....note the gold tinge to the metal.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y183/customfc5/baredeox.jpg)
That's Alfio behind the mask pulling the trigger applying the first layer of hifill.
(http://i5.photobucket.com/albums/y183/customfc5/hifill2.jpg)
Guide coat.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/guidecoat.jpg)
Getting exciting now, with the first colour not too far away, but first will be what will end up being many hours of sanding.
Regards
Alex

Alex,
      I look forward to the update every weekend.....very informative thread! Love what you guys have done with the car also....will pm you with a few more questions  :-[

cheers, Torque  8)

The first areas to see any colour were around the window openings, the door apertures, dash and engine bay. These areas needed to be sanded down, before Alfio sprayed the colour. 20/8/05
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/colour.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/colour2.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/colour3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/colour4.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Hey fellas,

Have been watching this car for a while as a guest and think you ve done a amazing job. I'm from the Alice and am impressed with the paint, can you give me an idea of how much it cost to paint the car? Alf is a legend, is a he a painter by trade?

Does it add more cost to do the two colour thing because I'm thinking of doing someithing similar with my Fe.

Thanks,

Bunga.

hay Bunga, l am a tradesman for the last 21 years ,my first restos has been from FJ to EJ holden,it take more time of masking of two toning,and cost would be higher than one tone,you need to take care of masking so you do not each other colour mix with each other .thank mate ,Cheers from AlfioM :)

Good on ya Alfio like I said your work looks top class.

The owner must have been wrapped when he came to pick up the car. Wish i was closer so you could do my Fe.

Bunga

Thanks Rob, take care mate hope you do well with you FE ,if you would like to see my car its in the same page were this one is ,look up ALFIOM TERESA CUSTOM 1958 FE ,you will see my new car cheers Alfio

Hey Bunga.
Glad to hear you're enjoying the build.
We were pleased with the paint job that Alfio did for us.
We didn't have to wait till it was done to see it though, we were right there with Alfio watching the colour go on and doing as much of the work and prep as we could, including the masking Alfio mentions. Took her straight back home from the spray booth.
Keep watching as we will show you more of the paint work later, but there is still lots of work to be done before we let Alfio and his spraygun have his way with her.   :D :o ;D
Regards
Alex

10/9/05.
With the body of the car ready for the next stage, we turned our attention to the motor. Seen here is the fully rebuilt motor as delivered from one of our major sponsors, HMGem Engines. We gave them the motor from the car and they proceeded to recondition all aspects, and built in a few mods along the way. More details on the specs with the next set of pics. We asked them not to paint it, as we wanted to spray it in 2pak.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/grey3.jpg)
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(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/grey5.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Keep 'em coming Alex, it's great to see the progress and I think you can see by the number of views everyone appreciates the effort.

As mentioned previously, the motor was reconditioned and modified by HMGem Engines. These guys came on board as a major sponsor, providing the motor for the car as a sponsorship deal. We would like to thank HM Gem, and especially Mick and Jayson for their help in securing the sponsorship and the machineing and assembly of the motor. Check out their site for more info.
http://www.hmgem.com.au/home2.htm
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Specifications:
Motor: Holden Grey Motor
·      132.5 ci +
·      Bored 60 thou
·      186 Holden valves
·      Head decked
·      Hardened valve seats
·      Steel cam gear
·      35/75 Cam
·      Balanced
·      Main bearing bridges

Let's continue with the motor.
The motor was cleaned and hit with wax and grease remover, before it was primed.
With everything in primer, including all the bolt on bits, it was time for some colour, classic Holden Grey. 10/9/05.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/grey10.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/grey11.jpg)
Regards
Alex

20/9/05
Before the motor could be put back where it belongs, parts that reside in the enginebay were cleaned up, reconditioned and reinstalled. The motor spent a few days in the sun, baking the paint on whilst this happened.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/grey12.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/enginebay.jpg)
Regards
Alex

OK, let's get this motor ready to go back into the car.
First up, the flywheel gets bolted up.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/grey16.jpg)
Then the clutch and pressure plate get bolted and torqued up.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/grey17.jpg)
Finally the EJ crashbox mates up.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/greyInst.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/greyInst2.jpg)

Regards
Alex

26/9/05 Motor goes back into the engine bay, after a slight pause for some pics.
The rear mounts needed some mods to mate up with the EJ brackets.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/greyInst3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/greyInst4.jpg)
Regards
Alex

With the motor and box in place, we could now fit up the Speco floor shifter. Any floor shifter requires a hole in the floor, here is what we cut out.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/floorshift.jpg)
A bit of massaging, triming and welding and the floor was once again intact and provided the needed clearance.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/floorshift3.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Time to introduce another of our sponsors:
Burt Bros Brake Service,
118 Fairfield St Fairfield,
02 9681 1188.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/burtoval3w.jpg)
These guys were a great help, with parts and advice, and have been around for many years.
They provided all clutch and brake components including machining.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/brakes.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/brakes2.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Body and mechanicals were now at a stage where we could turn our attention to the swinging panels and guards.
Here we mocked up the louvred bonnet and guards that were to be used on the car. 3/11/05.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/frontmockup3.jpg)
Bonnet was stripped of the old paint. 11/11/05.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bonnet2.jpg)
Guards needed the usual rust repairs on all 3 corners, as well as new headlight inners installed. 19/11/05.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/guardweld.jpg)
Here's a pic of the RH doors in hifill and fitted up awaiting the next stage. 19/11/05.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/RHdoors.jpg)
Regards
Alex

With the motor in the car, we fitted up the twin carbies and Jack Myer headers, in preparation of the next job.....the exhaust system. 19/11/2005.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/enginebay3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/enginebay4.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Time to introduce another of our sponsors....
Tony's Muffler Centre
155-157 Newbridge Rd
Moorebank, NSW 2170
Ph 9601 5899
   9601 5437
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Check out Tony's website:
http://www.tonysmuffler.com.au/index.html
There ain't nothing this shop can't handle.

We sent the car to Tony's where it was fitted up with a complete custom exhaust from the headers back, that is fully flanged. 6/12/2005.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/exhaust8.jpg)
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(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/exhaust3.jpg)
The red suspension components were later removed and painted beige for a co-ordinated look.
As can also be seen in the pics, the passenger front door is completed and hung at this point.

Regards
Alex

Alex i noticed you had a twin system in one pic then a single on the next, why the change, i was thinking of a twin system on my 202 would it work ok? or lose what i have in note/performance? cool pics mate keep em coming
                              Cheers Rusty

Soz Alex my bad, was looking at pics without my glasses on, twin pipes from headers into a single(duh)
                  Cheers Rusty

Hey Phantom, The way I read the add for the Jack Myer Headers is that they were designed to go into a single 2 inch tail pipe.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v608/customfc2/FEFC%20instr/JMyer.jpg)

Strange ay, maybe it was part of the marketing so you wouldn't have to fiddle around with your tailpipe brackets

Cheers, Gary

 :) A very big and rewarding  project  fellows.
The end result is eye catching.
A great team effort good on you both. ;)
Regards. Leon

It was around this time that we scored some NOS, period correct air filters on ebay.
We managed to pick up 5, but they were meant to fit SU's on an MGB. (Sorry, we are not selling the spares. Might come in handy down the track.)
New bases were made to fit the strommies.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/aifilter.jpg)
With most of the panels repaired, it was time for another coat of hifill, ahead of lots more sanding. 18/12/2005.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/primer2.jpg)
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Regards
Alex

Hey Alex,
it was good to see the finished car at the nationals and even better seeing all the work that went into the making of bad girl.
I have if you are interested a nos brake/clutch fluid reservoir the same as your clutch master res.

cheers
Scott

Hey Scott.
The reservoirs are not interchangeable. 1 has different thread to the other.
Thanks for the offer. If you want to send it anyways, just PM me for my details. You never know what lays ahead and it might come in handy.
Regards
Alex

C'mon Alex, you're slipping, we haven't seen the paint or interior yet  ;D

Sorry Stinky, been a bit slow on the progress reports.
Those last pics were taken at Alf's, just after he applied the second coat of hi fill. It took John and I a couple of days to sand down the car, just to have the second coat applied, knowing we would need to do it all over again. Our manual labour will be worth it in the end, when the final finish turns out straight.
It was then back off for home.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/tow4.jpg)
Before any paint was applied, we took the opportunity to sort out some of the details such as trial fitting up the chrome work, drilling needed holes, sorting out door gaps etc. These things are important to do before paint, to ensure the best result possible. We also sourced some 14" rims on this forum and threw them on to get an idea on stance......and height.  ;) 24/12/2005.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/14inch7.jpg)
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Regards
Alex

Time for some paint.
The first parts to be painted were the panels.
We hired a spray booth and Alf started to add some colour.
A base was sprayed on, inside and out, before the final coats of colour and the top coat were added to all interior surfaces. The reason for this is that the panels will be refitted to the car and final colour will be added at the same time for the entire outside of the car.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paintinner.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paintinner2.jpg)
Panels were moved out into the sun after baking for that little bit extra heat.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paintinner3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paintinner4.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Nice EJ and nice lawn, you don't live in my neighbourhood do you  :)

1st of all dave welcome to the forum. this is a great place for help and idea's..no dave they are up narellan way.....i think ive seen your wagon before. in my garage at junee ;D ;D ;D...cheers mark

With the panels in colour inside and out, it was time to move the project back to Alf's, where the body and the remaining panels were put into base colour. 28/1/2006.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Base2.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Base3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Base5.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Base6.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Base.jpg)
Regards
Alex

With all panels and body now in base colour, it was time to bolt everything back together. Then we had to colour sand the entire car till it was nice and smooth. 30/01/06.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Base9.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Base10.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Base11.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Base12.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/Base14.jpg)

Regards
Alex

Hi Alex
A lot of us out here are waiting for your next installment and next step in your process.

Cheers Jim

04/02/06
With the car now sanded down, the day had arrived to get it in paint. We transported the car to the spraybooth we had hired for the day and got stuck into the paint prep. The first things we had to do was wax and grease the entire car and mask up ready for the first colour. The first colour to be sprayed was the blue, so all window cavities underbody and the areas to be Beige were masked off.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k17c.jpg)
Alf then tack ragged everything and started laying on the colour - Holden's Turismo Blue Mica. Another 3 coats of colour were applied at this stage.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k18c.jpg)
The mask covering the Beige was removed, and we remasked the car over the blue, ready to apply the second colour.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k20c.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k19c.jpg)
Alf then applied another 3 coats of Beige, which is a Ford Delta Beige.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k21c.jpg)
The mask covering the Beige was carefully removed, leaving only the window cavities and underbody still covered.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k22c.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k23c.jpg)
Alf then applied the 2 pak clear coat over the entire car. Watching the clear go on, the cars colours just zinged to life.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k4c.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k6c.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k7c.jpg)
The heat was then turned on, and the car was left in the booth to bake.

Regards
Alex

 ;)Nice work Alex,you must have lived with the camera around your neck for most of the build!!very informative i must say,keep up the good work and keep the pics coming......cheers jamie...p.s i like your copyright could you have made it any clearer,,,hehehe

Alex
It sure as shit looks like you, Alfio and the boys put some time into the pain staking pre paint preparation required to get that kind of finish.

Looking good. Cheers Jim

4/2/06, this car must have been pretty fresh at the nats.

looking real good!!!!!!!!  Inspiration, mines off to the panel shop next thursday for a prep, bang out a few dents then a coat of jam, seeing this just makes things more exciting

                                                    tayz

I can't believe how the clear coats just lifted the colours.  It's a great story Alex, and great pics.

"You've all done very well"   ("Thank you, Mr Grace.")

Martin

Thanks for the nice comments.
Leon....yep, 4/2/06 and still a bit of work ahead of us.

With the car all warm and toasty, it was time to push her out of the booth and into the sunlight for our first real look.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k8c.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k9c.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k10c.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k13c.jpg)
It was then time to load her on the trailer for the trip home, where the work to get her to the Nats in Phillip Island continued.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k14c.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/paint2k16c.jpg)
Regards
Alex

With the car back at home with it's new paint, it was time to start adding the chrome back onto the car. I love seeing the FC flash go on for the first time, makes the 2 tone dazzle. 25/02/06
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/assembly.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/assembly2.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/assembly3.jpg)

Whilst we were working on the paint, we sent our carbies off to Xtreme Fuel Systems for a complete rebuild.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/assembly4.jpg)
Nigel took very good care of us and our carbies not only ran great, they looked fantastic newly anodized.

Check out their website, they do mail order all over Australia.
http://www.xtremefuelsystems.com.au/

Regards
Alex

I will try to move this post along.
8/3/06 We get a phone call and she gets loaded up for a trip to the trimmers for headlining, doortrims, wheel arches, carpet and kick panels. Here she is on her return home.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/trimtrip4.jpg)
11/3/06
The car is jacked up onto stands so that we can respay the entire underside of the car with proofcote, cleaning up all the overspray. At this point, all the under car components that were previously sprayed rattle can red have been removed, sandblasted and are getting a new coat of beige.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/stands.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/stands3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/stands4.jpg)
12/3/06
The motor gets wired and plumbed, ready to be fired up.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/greydone.jpg)
The newly painted wheels get some tyres and get bolted up.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/newwheels2.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/newwheels3.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Great progress shots Alex.  It's certainly a credit to all involved. Can you post up some of the interior?

regards
Stewart

guys you know ive seen this machine ponder around and never really took notice of its track potential. How does it not strip first gear during take off???? also if alex and john wanna come around and help me make my ute as hot as this and tune my motor (with similar head and cam specs) well come on over, john knows where i live and im more than happy to fill the fridge with coldies, and also listen to their advice.

UTE 23k Aka Retro.

(http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s211/retro1980/DSCF3049.jpg)

Retro
I bet if you offered up that side plate, the boys be in like flin.

Cheers Jim

mate that side plate is something that was in the back of the ute when i bought it back in 1999. I forgot i had it until i saw one on ebay.

I have had many ask for it, and  its sorta weird that every one seems to have a rocket cover but not many have the matching side plate.

I like it, so i think i better keep it at the moment.

Let's keep it on topic thanks fellas.

Hey Retro.
That sideplate would look cool on our car. You probably wouldn't see much of it with the oil filter conversion though. To help keep it on topic, here's another pic. 21/3/06 Front and rear screens now in place. Almost all chrome on, such as rear bumper, headlights, indicators etc. Rubbers installed all around. All undercar parts previously removed are back on with a fresh coat of beige paint. Not much more to go now before she sees the road.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/John-Alex.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Hi Alex.I can't stop coming back to look at this car.Quite an incredible transformation from when you picked it up.I love so many things about it,especially the whole nostalgia element.I picked up an all original black FC sedan about 8 months ago and was determined to keep it 100% as it was but since then I have picked up a Warneford twin stromberg manifold the same as yours and early Speco twin exhaust manifolds and alloy rocker cover same as yours.Changing them is not sacrilege to an original car is it?Outside will stay completely original right down to the Nasco sun visor with the only addition being an original set of scratch plates and maybe slightly wider steelies with caps.Great job mate. ;DCheers,Jamie

hi alex..is there a next project for the next nats???
cheers mark

Hey Jamie.
Thanks for the kind words. We are glad others can appreciate what we were trying to create. As for the hot up bits.....go for it. Better to put them on a car and use them rather than in a cupboard in the garage. Do what you like to the car. If you're concerned about straying from original, be conservative so that anything you do can be changed back.
Hey Mark.
No surprise debut of a new car at the next Nats. The custom is starting to show it's age and may see some components tidied up. Lot's of ideas, hopes and dreams, it all depends on the money.
Regards
Alex

Here's the next update, some pics of the interior.
A big call out to our sponsor, Denniss Motor Trimming, who did all the trim work in the car, from seats, doortrims, rooflining, kickpanels, windlacing, carpets, boot etc. All retrimmed back to the original black and white.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/seatfront.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/seatrear.jpg)
Here's a pic of the dash latout.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/dash.jpg)

If you are looking for a motor trimmer, give John a call. He is able to do restoration work as well as full custom interiors, he can also do repairs to your existing interior. John owns a couple of early Holdens himself, so can understand your needs. Several club members have had work done by John, you won't be disappointed. Call for a very competitive quote.

Denniss Motor Trimming
55 Maud St
Fairfield West
NSW 2165
Phone (02) 9604 6504

Regards
Alex

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/denniss-motor-trimmers-small.jpg)

Regards
Alex

25/3/06 Time for a roadtest.
We obtained the necessary paperwork and tests for rego, so we were now able to take her out for a roadtest. Before going too far, a quick check of the brakes were in order.
Check out the video of Miss Behavin's first outing.

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/th_MVI_0381a.jpg) ($2)

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/firstouting4.jpg)
First stop - fuel and an underbonnet inspection.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/firstouting3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/firstouting.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/firstouting2.jpg)
On the road. (You may need to hit play again to see this 1)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/th_MVI_0383.jpg) ($2)

Fortunately not much more work to be done before truely complete.
Just as well, as there is not much time left before leaving for the Nats.
Regards
Alex

10/4/06
Only days away till the Nats and the front bumper goes on the car. Here it is before hand. Bolts up to the original bumper holes.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bumper.jpg)
....and in place on the car.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/bumper2.jpg)
A few sponsors logos placed strategically on the car and it is complete........to a point!!
Regards
Alex

Very cool photos and footage as usual Alex.What cam are you running in the grey?It sounds fantastic.It sounds like you have staight cuts as well but I thought you couldn't get them for Greys?Jamie.

Hey Jamie.
The car does sound great. It has steel timing gear, but not straight cut. Here is a look at the cam card. Perhaps someone who can read a cam card can tell me what size cam it is, other than "big" or "lumpy".
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss Behavin/cam.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Thanks for the cam card Alex,I can read it just fine.I already have a twin carb manifold and original Speco twin exhaust manifiold for my Black FC.A cam similar to yours would finish it off nicely.Once again, thanks for your info.Pictures are great,but there's nothing quite like video footage!Interestingly enough,they must print all cam cards on the same machine,mine's got the same grubby finger print marks as yours! ;DCheers,Jamie.

Great story & pictures Alex, you have worked miracles on the old girl. It looks fantastic, congratulations.

15/04/06 Easter weekend.
After a hard slog in the lead up to the Nats at Philip Island, the car made it's debut.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/Sat220.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/Sat224.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/Sat247.jpg)
We were very pleased with the end result.
We were blown away when Miss Behavin was judged as a TOP 15 car at the Nats.

23/04/06
Back in Sydney after Easter, it was time for our cars first run down the strip at the Nostalgia Drags, WSID.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/DragsCackling.jpg)
Unfortunately some electrical problems on the first pass meant the car was sidelined for the duration of the meet.
To sort out our problems for good, we planned some big changes to the electrics.
Check back later as we continue to modify the car, this thread has a bit more to go.
Regards
Alex

As mentioned earlier, some electrical issues needed sorting out.
To sort out our ignition problems, we sent away our dizzy to Performance Ignition Systems (P.I.S.) to have a custom built Scorcher distributer built.
These are an electronic conversion using an XF Falcon unit on top, mated to a grey motor bottom.
We also bought a set of their leads and a suitable coil.
Here's a comparison of the new dizzy to a stock unit.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/Dizzy3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/Dizzy.jpg)

http://www.performanceignition.com.au/Text/1130294494113-1146/Scorcher-Distributors ($2)

Whilst the dizzy was being built, we took the down time as an opportunity to replace the front suspension for one painted in 2 pak. The motor also came out for some added mods...that story is next.

Regards
Alex

Now the Nats are over I thought I could place an update on some of the work on Miss B. As mentioned above, whilst we sorted out the motors electrics and replaced the front end, we pulled the motor for some additional work.
First up here's a look at the main bearing bridges.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/motor4.jpg)
We had decided to convert the motor to full flow oil filtration, so John worked with the guys at Gem to make the conversion.
Here you can see that the old oil feeder has been removed and a right angle fitting has been installed. You can also see that the side of the block has been drilled and another fitting has been screwed through this hole.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/motor5.jpg)
A pipe was made up between the 2 fittings. The shape had to be carefully calculated to clear all the moving parts. The original oil passage also received a plug. Note also that the 2 bridges have also been put back in place.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/motor3.jpg)

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/motor7.jpg)
Here you can see the oil filter mounted to the side of the motor.
The oil travels out of the motor, through the filter and back into the motor through the oil sender unit hole, creating a full flow system.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/greyoil1.jpg)

(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/greyoil2.jpg)

Regards
Alex

Alex, the car is looking great mate, keep up the good work, when she is finished , i;ll let you work on my ol girl for free if you like(lol)well i'll give you a cupple of slabs oh home brew,
                                                 Cheers Rusty

Hi Alex awsome work mate any more info/Pics of the bearing cap strengtheners would be apreciated as Im looking at getting a set made
Cheers

Hi Alex,

I have only seen the type of main bearing supports that you have fitted to Miss B once before, can you tell me who makes them and the torque setting in the screws that screw up against the cap. I like them better than the machined cap with a block of steel as a strengthener. I have been looking for a set and will find some eventually. There was also someone who used to make steel main bearing caps for the Greys too, but I have never seen these.

Keith

That is one AWESOME looking engine inside and out, very impressive work, keep the pics coming 8) 8) 8).

Sorry Keith and Craig.
Info on the caps is limited.
The engine builder had this set lying around at home and donated them to the project. As for torque settings, no longer in the memory banks. This part of the build was 1 1/2 years ago. Sorry to be of no help, but good luck with the search.
Regards
Alex

I Have a set of bearing bridges to sell, they are similar to those of Alex & Johns. They have the angled screws that screw down onto the Main cap. The only difference is that they need spacers between the Main cap and the bridge where the bolts go through. Mine are made out of Hardened steel and are straight across. They weren't cheap to have made.If someone is interested send me a PM with your Phone number and I will give you a call.
 I just bought an engine off a guy which was built in the 70s and when i pulled the sump off it had the same style of strengtheners that i had made. So i take it that that was how they were done in the early days. I'll see if i can get a photo on for you all to see.
 Cheers Scott

PM Sent Scott

Got a bit more info regarding the bearing bridges from the engine builder.
The standard bolts are installed as per normal and then the 2 extra support bolts are screwed down until they just come into contact with the main bearing. These are then fixed with the lock nuts taking extra care not to turn the screw when you do so. Hope that helps.
Regards
Alex

Hey Alex,great work.Just a slightly O/T question,where did you get the wing nuts for your rocker cover as I will be running the same cover on my car?Cheers,Jamie.

thanks alex , was hoping you would add it bit more about them  ;)

jamie , they look like old school speco ones  but , i could be wrong .

c-ride

Hey Jamie
The rocker cover wingnuts were picked up at Bendigo Swap about 15 years ago.
Can't be 100% on brand, but as Coolaride mentions I too think they are Speco units.
Good luck with finding a set, they don't show up all that often for sale.
Regards
Alex

Alex I think your right Speco made them I found one of them and one "H" rocker cover nut when I was cleaning up the shed hope I find the others when I get back to it again ......FC427.......

Here's a couple of pics showing the traction rods. I think you should be able to work out measurements if you want to make a set.
These still pop up from time to time for sale.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/tractionrod.jpg)
Regards
Alex

After sorting out the electrics and having the carbies rebuilt to matching specs, we thought we would get her on the Dyno for some sorting out. The first few runs showed that the Air-Fuel ratios were too low. We found we did not have suitably sizes jets amongst the many spares, so purchased a new set of adjustable mains. This did the trick, with the AFR coming back up to a more acceptable level. Here are some pics.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/dyno1.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/dyno3.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/dyno2.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/dyno4.jpg)
Here's a video.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/th_FC_Dyno_1.jpg) ($2)

The end result showed a rear wheel horsepower of 80.3HP.

If you want to contact Hi-comp, they are located here:
Unit 2
12 Eddie Road
MINCHINBURY NSW 2770

Ph: (02) 9677 0505
Check out their website
http://www.hicomp.com.au/index.html ($2)

Regards
Alex

Hi Alex at what RPM did it make the 80.3 HP and what was the Torque figure ......FC427.......

Hey Mark
We did not have a tacho since going to the electronic dissy so can't tell you RPM. I think the torque peaked at around 370lb.
Regards
Alex

Sounds great on the video Alex, I take it they analyze the engine & tell you what needs doing, is it expensive?

Cheers, Gary

Good stuff, guys. Always love the sound of a warm grey.
Colin

Hey Gary.
The cost is around $100 per hour.
The dyno lets you see the results of any changes you make to the set up of the car.
Here's another video.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/th_FC_Dyno_2.jpg) ($2)
Regards
Alex

Very cool videos Alex. 8)

Great video's Alex, I love the way they old grey sounds

Keith
F4+
 ;)

Mmmmmmm.... music to my ears!  ;D

 ;D ANYMORE PICS FROM YOUR ARCHIVES

Hmmm, let's take a step way back to near the start.
I just came across these pics of the floor repairs, so here they are.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/Floor-repair1.jpg)
As you can see, we did not replace the entire floor pan in the front, choosing to make up a few patches instead. The drivers side being similar to this side.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/Floor-repair2.jpg)
As for the rear, it turned out to be swiss cheese, so we replaced the entire rear floor pan with 1 we scored from a mate.....thanks Jordo! The greenish floor section is the replacement.

Stop press - found a few more pics of the floor before the above repairs.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/floor-lhf.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/floor-lhr.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/floor-rhf.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/floor-rhr.jpg)

Regards
Alex

Hey mate!!!

back you on Nigel... that man is truely a top bloke and really knows how to make carbies look and go great!!!! top!!!!

If you need your carbies done go to him, He is fantastic.
Xtreme fuel systems!!!

Credits on the car, you have done a great job!!!!.

thanks mate

Well, Miss Behavin has been on the road now for about 4 years, so we thought, like all girls, she might like a bit of a makeover in a few spots. With the 2010 Nationals coming up, and with it's touring car connections, we decided she needed a fresh new circuit racer feel. To that end, John has set about lowering her all round and replacing the bumper on the front. Not big changes, but it sure transforms her.
Here are a few pics taken on her first trip out of the shed since the changes.
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/MFest018.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/MFest021.jpg)
(http://i24.photobucket.com/albums/c44/customfc06/Miss%20Behavin/MFest139.jpg)
See you in Orange!!
Regards
Alex

Alex,

Miss Behaving is looking great. I look forward to meeting you in Orange and chatting about her build and her performance.

Keith

Four years on and she looks better than ever!  What a girl!!

Looks much better with a front B/bar......FC427......

Definately have to agree with that, you gotta love those acres of chrome on the FC front end, looking smooth Alex 8) 8)
            Pedro

Looking good, guys. Much better now that she's lowered. Now for that roll cage!

Colin.

Thought she looked a litte more misbehaved than normal, now I know why. Gee, those 4 years have gone by quickly, keep up the good work John & Alex.

Looked awesome before,looks even better now!Love the front bar back on although I didn't necessarily dislike the gasser look(I could see what you were trying to do).Good job. 8)

Thought I would drop in a few pics following the recent Nats in Orange.
John and I were pleased that Miss B got judged in the Top 40, adding to her top 15 debut at Phillip Island.
(http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i28/fefcnats06/Orange%20FEFCNats10/Orange%20Sun/Orange-Sun-256.jpg)
The engine bay saw a few things redone and some slight changes. Thanks again to Nigel for working his magic on the carbs.
(http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i28/fefcnats06/Orange%20FEFCNats10/Orange%20Sat%20Show/Orange-Sat-312.jpg)
The interior also got a few minor changes, which included the Miss B logo on the glovebox.
(http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i28/fefcnats06/Orange%20FEFCNats10/Orange%20Sat%20Show/Orange-Sat-315.jpg)
At Mt Panorama, a fitting place for her 'new look'.
(http://i68.photobucket.com/albums/i28/fefcnats06/Orange%20FEFCNats10/Orange%20Mon/Orange-Mon-169.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Now for that roll cage?

Just read this thread from start to finish. What an awesome thread about an awesome car.
Job well done on both the car and the thread. Thanks for taking the time to create such a good thread.

Cheers
Sam ;D

Hey Sam
Thanks for the kind words.
Glad you like what we put together.
Regards
Alex

Came across some pics of the floor before the repairs.
I have added them into page 6 to avoid the thread jumping too much.
I gotta sort out these thousands of photos so I don't lose pics.
Regards
Alex

LOVE the photo at BATHURST ;D

hi John & Alex,

i love what you have done with Miss B, something different, i must say it looks better with the chrome bumper on the front (thats just me i love Chrome). Again well done.

Di... ;)

John got the chance to drive Miss B around Eastern Creek Raceway today with fellow club members.
(http://sphotos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/228996_10150291305979311_3320407_n.jpg)
(http://sphotos-e.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/299641_10150291306254311_7954241_n.jpg)
(http://sphotos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc7/320253_10150291306664311_2047268_n.jpg)
(http://sphotos-g.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/303810_10150291306784311_5689864_n.jpg)
(http://sphotos-c.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/319605_10150291306714311_1555812_n.jpg)
(http://sphotos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/293322_10150291307044311_2871731_n.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Great stuff Alex and John.

Miss Behaving must be in line for a promotion to "Members Cars".

She has come up a treat.

Regards

Wayne B

Incredible, love her, style, colours, wheels, engine bay, perfect..... Well done...

Col

C'mon guys, how about lowering and a roll cage? Now that would be a treat.

Have they finished the changes to the track yet?

Colin.

Miss B got some new shoes.
(http://sphotos-f.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-prn1/734336_554759914545037_1527005777_n.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Very cool indeed  8)

eastern creek need a 60,s timber grandstand... ;D

Restoring some pics.
Here's 1 from last weekend.
(http://sphotos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash4/300317_554760794544949_121335961_n.jpg)
Regards
Alex

Such a cool car.

just went through this from start to finish.

Great Story..
Great footage..

John