And here we have the outer panel.
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Lining up the center section was probably the biggest challenge. I think I roughed it in pretty damn close.
A bit of buildup was needed where thin & crappy sheet metal just kept burning away.
Final blend. A touch of Bondo will fill up those tiny crevices.Comment
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Overdue, but mini update... Car got home right before I left town so I havent done much other than pull it out to take some pics of the current state of affair. Still having trouble finding someone to help with paint, but it appears I have some traction in that. We'll see...
Simon
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-1999 996.1 911 4/98 3.8L 6-Speed, 21st Century Beetle
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Took the car out yesterday to go meet up with some buddies. Drove by this spot which I used to see all the time when I worked in El Segundo
Simon
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-1999 996.1 911 4/98 3.8L 6-Speed, 21st Century Beetle
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Looks good. The black rockers and lower fenders don't look bad to be honest. Its a different look, but not necessarily a bad look.
Will'59 Alfa Romeo 101.02 Giulietta Sprint
'69 Alfa Romeo 105.51 1750 GTV (R.I.P)
'69 Datsun 2000 roadster Vintage race car
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Thanks Will, it was never the plan but I do like that it doesnt stand out so muchSimon
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Spent a little time in the garage today making minor adjustments to the pass side doors to get them to a better place. The rear door to quarter panel gap felt a little too big and the others were really tight.
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Simon
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-1999 996.1 911 4/98 3.8L 6-Speed, 21st Century Beetle
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Another trip to El Segundo. Another cool backdrop
Im home this weekend so hoping to get the prep work done on the trunklid, because my buddy didnt have the time to handle that part. If I can get it prepped properly I am confident he will handle the final coat of Dutch Blue...
Simon
Current Cars:
-1999 996.1 911 4/98 3.8L 6-Speed, 21st Century Beetle
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What did you do, just shimmy/pull & push each part with the bolts slightly loose? I was scared about the potential of the door slipping and just having to start over with the finagling. Super tedious. I don't know if you found a better way.Originally posted by 2mAn View PostComment
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Dutch Blue, sounds like livestock or an act you can pay for in Amsterdam.Comment
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ShimsOriginally posted by Chilezen View Post
Italians pride themselves on their regular use of shims, rather engineering things to fit well har har harCurrent Collection: 1990 325is // 1987 325i Vert // 2003 525i 5spd // 1985 380SL // 1992 Ranger 5spd // 2005 Avalanche // 2024 Honda Grom SP
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It’s a pain in the ass, and still not perfect lolSimon
Current Cars:
-1999 996.1 911 4/98 3.8L 6-Speed, 21st Century Beetle
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are you doing it by yourself???Originally posted by 2mAn View PostCurrent Collection: 1990 325is // 1987 325i Vert // 2003 525i 5spd // 1985 380SL // 1992 Ranger 5spd // 2005 Avalanche // 2024 Honda Grom SP
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yup, it’s a 2mAn job after all...Originally posted by MrBurgundy View Post
Simon
Current Cars:
-1999 996.1 911 4/98 3.8L 6-Speed, 21st Century Beetle
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That's a knee slapper right there.. soon you kid will be able enough to be your free laborOriginally posted by 2mAn View PostCurrent Collection: 1990 325is // 1987 325i Vert // 2003 525i 5spd // 1985 380SL // 1992 Ranger 5spd // 2005 Avalanche // 2024 Honda Grom SP
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