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Old Apr 1, 2002 | 10:20 AM
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We are closing in on it! The rear of the car is essentiall complete, other than bumpers. The headlight buckets are now installed and the body has been wet sanded and buffed.



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Old Apr 1, 2002 | 10:38 AM
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Man, I love that red :cheers:
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Comming along great :D Keep us updated, love the pics and the progress!

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Fabulous job. Looks great. Chuck
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It's looking great. The photos are terrific--great color.
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Thanks guys :)

We're getting near the end......
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Yes he did, Patrick. He actually painted everything that could be painted seperately.

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Paint looks Great!!

Love the color.. :yesnod:

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