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  1. 01-18-2008 12:10 AM #1
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    Welcome. Really sharp looking little coupe you have there. I'm always amazed at the number of hot rods in places outside the US. It must be extremely tough and costly to do one of these when most of the parts, I imagine, come from other places.

    Nice to have you here.

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  2. 01-18-2008 02:56 AM #2
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    Thanks for the comments guys, yes there is a thriving Hot Rod scene here in the UK, But as you say parts are a problem with nearly everything coming from the US, Prices tend to be the equivilant of £ for a $ so at todays exchange rates it is double the price you pay at least, if not more once our Tax man adds his bit on.
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    Welcome to CHR, Nitro!! Super fine looking ride you've got there. I thought the car looked familiar, probably from NSRA pix. It's always surprising (and great) to see the number of hotrods and street rods in the UK and in other European countries. Quited a few in the Netherlands too. Hope you enjoy your stay here as much as you are enjoying that beautiful coupe.
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  4. 09-10-2008 03:03 PM #4
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    Update on my ride 10/9/08

     



    Hi
    Thought I would update on my steel 1931 A which I have just got back on the road after 3 months work repairing/repainting the front and rear fenders and running boards.The rear fenders have also been bobbed.
    I also repaired the Grill shell, remodeled the splash apron to follow the contours of the grill shell and fitted a Vintique stainless steel insert.
    I have also fitted a set of 31 Model A Vintique stainless headlights to replace the 7" dietz units.
    At the same time I rebuilt the XKE IRS with new poly bushes in lower arms, new bearings, UJ's, disc's and pads and a full rechrome.
    On the engine I have replaced the intake and carb for Edelbrock Endurashine items together with Billet Specialities Valve covers and Air filter and replacing all fuel lines with Aeroquip hoses & fittings.
    Inside I have replaced the 46 Ford instrument cluster for a set of Autometer gauges in the 32 Filled dash.
    Future plans are to respray the whole car in a colour yet to be decided.
    Hope you like it?

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    An outstanding example of planning and craftsmanship. Pleasing to the eye in every respect. Kudos!!
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    Sweet...nice car!
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  7. 09-17-2008 01:36 AM #7
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    Thanks very much guys your comments are very much appreciated.
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