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Old 05-03-2019, 12:06 AM
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I dismiss comments from those that "know it all" without ever owning a Corvette.
well said

beautiful car!
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Old 05-03-2019, 08:12 AM
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No exhaust gasket? Metal to metal or RTV?
Metal to metal, just like the factory did it.
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Old 05-03-2019, 08:50 AM
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Beautiful attention to detail.

A question on the MC, I see it is painted black. Should the cap also be black?
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Old 05-03-2019, 09:14 AM
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Metal to metal, just like the factory did it.
Didn't know that... thanks.
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Old 05-03-2019, 09:58 AM
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Very nicely done.

How did you address the fender flares, full replacement panels or local repairs?
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Old 05-03-2019, 10:53 AM
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Very nicely done.

How did you address the fender flares, full replacement panels or local repairs?
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Old 05-03-2019, 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by 66 Double B
Beautiful attention to detail.

A question on the MC, I see it is painted black. Should the cap also be black?
The cap is supposed to be semi-gloss black but paint doesn't stick very well to cad. plating and eventually starts flaking off so I left it unpainted.
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Old 05-03-2019, 11:56 AM
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Another well restored and beautiful midyear. Congrats on such great work.
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Old 05-03-2019, 12:08 PM
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Strikingly beautiful restoration. Someone's gonna be a happy camper acquiring this baby. .. Hope you get some good drives in......in the meantime.

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Old 05-03-2019, 06:21 PM
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Absolutely Beautiful! Incredible Work!
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Old 05-04-2019, 10:16 PM
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Looks real nice Jim. How about a front shot so we can see the new windshield shade strip. I hope you plan on driving it to Woodinville in June.
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Old 05-05-2019, 12:25 AM
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Looks real nice Jim. How about a front shot so we can see the new windshield shade strip. I hope you plan on driving it to Woodinville in June.
What is happening in Woodinville in June?
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Old 05-05-2019, 06:53 AM
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Beautiful car Jim, 396 426 65/66 Roadster with KH wheels is my all time favourite Corvette, seats look exceptionally comfortable, sensational resurrection. - GV
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Old 05-05-2019, 08:49 AM
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Gorgeous car Jim, have fun before it's gone, and enjoy your next venture even though it won't be restoring an old Corvette.
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Old 05-05-2019, 10:24 AM
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Beautiful car Jim, 396 426 65/66 Roadster with KH wheels is my all time favourite Corvette, seats look exceptionally comfortable, sensational resurrection. - GV
Agree with the 65/66 BB comment. Amazing workmanship. Congrats.
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Old 05-05-2019, 11:07 AM
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Originally Posted by 1snake
I missed that comment because of my "IGNORE" list but it showed up in your quote. I dismiss comments from those that "know it all" without ever owning a Corvette. To address that comment, yes I have the fenderwell sticker and since Quanta doesn't make the correct belt to fit the crank/water pump pulley, I went with those that actually fit. Actually, if "Mr. know it all" knew what he was talking about, he would have mentioned BOTH stickers that I haven't installed yet.
Well said. That guy's probably on more Ignore lists, including mine, than anyone else. He should stick to playing computer games in the basement.

Your car looks terrific!
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Old 05-05-2019, 11:23 AM
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What is happening in Woodinville in June?
NCRS NW Chapter Judging Meet.
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Old 05-05-2019, 05:37 PM
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Old 05-06-2019, 11:29 PM
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Thank you for sharing, incredible work!
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