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« on: April 07, 2004, 06:45:51 AM » |
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Here's a couple of pics from the day we picked up Hilda and brought her home. She was last registered in 1994 and had been in a shed since. This was July 2003.  We spent a few weeks getting her roadworthy and have been driving her since then, with a few periods off the road for suspension work and the motor work which I posted pics of under "Hilda's Donk" That was until late last week.............. |
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« Last Edit: April 07, 2004, 06:50:50 AM by Emu »
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« Reply #1 on: April 07, 2004, 06:49:53 AM » |
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Here she is now  |
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« Reply #2 on: April 07, 2004, 06:55:09 AM » |
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 The original "Volcanic Grey" is visible in this shot in contrast to a later blue spray. I am looking to respray more blue than grey. No offense to the grey lovers, but my daughter Sarah is more partial to the Blue. I like Grey, as can be testified to by "Harvey" my FC Special Sedan. Can anyone tell me what would be the closest 1959 GM Blue to the one on the car? |
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« Reply #3 on: April 07, 2004, 06:55:55 AM » |
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Oh Dear Emu
I see the bug has bitten big time, look forward to progess shots of Hildas big makeover and final unveiling.
John M
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« Reply #4 on: April 07, 2004, 07:05:09 AM » |
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Your right John, It seems when this bug bites, it bites in the Wallet first!   |
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« Reply #5 on: April 07, 2004, 07:09:23 AM » |
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She's off to the sandblasters next week. We have found a few rust probs as shown in this shot. Pretty good overall though.  |
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« Reply #6 on: April 07, 2004, 07:16:34 AM » |
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There's a reasonable rust spot at the end of the sill in this shot. Standby for a close up of the spot.  |
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« Reply #7 on: April 07, 2004, 07:30:51 AM » |
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I have discovered inside this sill is a rolled up newspaper!! I am going to try to successfully retrieve it. It will be an interesting way to date an old repair.  |
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« Reply #8 on: April 07, 2004, 07:46:10 AM » |
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Another little prob near the top of the same place where the guard attaches.  |
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« Reply #9 on: April 07, 2004, 08:27:48 AM » |
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It has occurred to me that I never posted a shot of Hilda's donk when in place. Here it is in Hilda complete with alloy rocker and chrome side plate, chrome breather and twin strommies.  Still a few things to do under there, but I have heard from other FC/FEists that there is always still something to do!! |
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« Reply #10 on: April 07, 2004, 09:23:18 AM » |
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Hi EMU.
Did you say an alloy sideplate? If so, what brand?
There are 2 items that I have not been able to score over the last couple of years that I have been into looking for "The Bits". An alloy side plate & an FB EK Picnic shelf. I have had every other accessory ( some you wouldn't believe), but those 2 still elude me. And boy it shits me I can't find them!!!
A close up shot would be great if possible.
Regards,
Rob J
aka: 4hammers, or "The Hammerman" in EMU-speak!!
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« Reply #11 on: April 07, 2004, 09:35:59 AM » |
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Hey Rob
You say picnic shelf. Its not for the cop car is it???
There was one on ebay a couple of years ago, sold for about the $550-$600 mark.
Cheers a-c
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« Reply #12 on: April 07, 2004, 09:43:00 AM » |
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Rob Here is side view taken from "Hilda's Donk"thread. John M  |
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« Reply #13 on: April 07, 2004, 09:48:23 AM » |
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Emu It would appear that the rust bug has also got hold of Hilda ,very expensive(read wallet emptying)  looking repairs to do properly and necessary to put the strength back in the car, I would say. Hope you don,t find much more. John M |
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« Reply #14 on: April 07, 2004, 09:53:13 AM » |
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Hi.
Air Chief,
Yes, I know of that one. It was bought be a fella in the TAS club. He is now a resident of VIC. Tony G was after the same item. I wasn't online at that time & was really pissed I missed it.
Not for the CopCar, just to have & to hold. A future project maybe??
Next time, you watch!!
Rob J
John M.
Thanks for that, John. It clears it up. It is a chrome cover. Tony C who also uses this forum scored an alloy not long back. I am after a "Speco" or an original "Cooper", bu the JWL Equipped" would be sweet too. If anyone has got one, name your price.
EMU,
Sorry to hijack this thread. It is all yours again. Hilda is going to look great. That little box of goodies I sent up, should be there very soon.
Regards,
Rob J
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« Reply #15 on: April 07, 2004, 09:58:59 AM » |
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Hey Rob
I understand what you mean by " just to have & to hold". I've had one packed away for a year now with no car to fit it too, not even one in sight. Its one of those things that you just don't come across to often.
Regards a-c.
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« Reply #16 on: April 07, 2004, 09:59:49 AM » |
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Yeah Sorry Hammers,
Confusing my ALLOY with my CHROME.
Got u all excited for a mo!
Received my gauges today. Ta mate.
Will send a PM
Emu
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« Reply #17 on: April 07, 2004, 10:09:14 AM » |
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EMU.
Cool. Sorry they took so long. Bloody slack on my part. I owe you a discount on anything else I find for you.
A-C.
Hmmmmmmmmmmmmmm. You have me interested. If you want to sell, send me a PM. I am keen.
Regards,
Rob J
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« Reply #18 on: April 07, 2004, 10:14:44 AM » |
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Don't worry John,
I'll look after her. She'll get the finest medical care!!
Will post progress shots.
Dr Emu
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« Reply #19 on: April 07, 2004, 09:38:54 PM » |
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Gday Emu,
Is Hilda going to be dressed in time for the Wintersun? I hope to get there & would like to see another FC wagon there. Might even get to say hello to you and Sarge.
I've got the whitewalls on ready to go. Just have to borrow the foxtail off the FJ for the week!
Cheers Shayne.
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