Project Bob78CVCC

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Unread post by Vulcan »

That's looking a lot better now isn't it? :)
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Wow i thought mine was bad :lol: Thats some great work there.
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Here's some work I did on the front grill. If you're looking for grill refinishing paints and ideas Brandon has some good solid info at this link:
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Front Grill Repainted Silver (600 x 179).jpg
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Original Front Grill (2) (600 x 186).jpg
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Unread post by Layspeed »

Looks great Bob...man everyone working on their projects makes me want to get going on my wagon!
'78 Civic Wagon : '91 CR-X Si : '99 Odyssey : '99 CR-V : '77 Civic Wagon : '03 Pilot :
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Layspeed wrote:... everyone working on their projects makes me want to get going on my wagon!
Me too! Can't wait to get me wagon back on the road. :D

Nice work Bob!
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Thanks!! I just can't wait for the bodyshop to finish up the metal work so I can put this back together and get on the road. :D
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A very clean grille. 8)
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Here's a few more pics of the bodyshop work in progress. The rear hatch & passenger side is ready for paint.
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Work is coming along apace! 8) I'll wager you can practically taste that open road! :D
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The gas tank has been taken down to metal, the inside completely redone with a bladder insert and the outside now has a rust proof primer applied.
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Tank Primed and Ready
Tank Primed and Ready
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Rust Proof Primer Applied
Rust Proof Primer Applied
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Gas Tank Sandblasted & Inside Refinished
Gas Tank Sandblasted & Inside Refinished
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