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So , I restarted and repeated what I had done and got back to this stage.  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr It took some head scratching, I didn`t know how to seal the bare metal on the ribs to stop them from corroding as the case has a magnesium content and will easily corrode if not protected. That's when I thought about using silver leaf. Never done it before but in for a penny....  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr Applying the size (glue) was the trickiest part Getting there. Lots of cleaning to do  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr More  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr Added a gold pinstripe edge  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr  Untitled by lyndon creamer, on Flickr I was then able to 2K laquer the whole case which I couldn't do before as the laquer doesn't stick to bare metal.  by lyndon creamer, on Flickr  by lyndon creamer, on Flickr |
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« Reply #302 on: January 26, 2018, 11:42:16 am » |
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Ok ok... I´m absolutely amazed.   I´ve never ever seen so much detailing. This is mind-blowing. That has to be the best detailed beetle ever. I really want to see your car in person. And thanks for documenting so well and keeping us updated. cheers, Tobi |
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« Reply #303 on: January 26, 2018, 12:46:38 pm » |
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« Reply #304 on: January 26, 2018, 12:50:46 pm » |
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« Reply #305 on: January 26, 2018, 13:02:12 pm » |
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I managed to install it with no scratches. The floorpan went together without a glitch to be honest, it’s been a pleasure to build so far. Thanks for the kind comments people. 👍
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« Reply #306 on: January 26, 2018, 13:48:50 pm » |
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Fantastic work! Have you allready lowered the body on pan? Do you have a steady plan on how to do it without scratching one or both?  |
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« Reply #307 on: January 26, 2018, 14:25:19 pm » |
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😂 yeah it’s all bolted together. I just protected the shock towers front and rear with towels/tape etc and got some friends to lift it over and drop it down. Went on fine with no damage whatsoever. People make a big thing about this part but it’s easy to be honest.
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« Reply #308 on: January 30, 2018, 12:15:02 pm » |
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Running out of things to say 're this build it is mind blowing there detail and length you are going to I remember seeing this car years ago with the gold rims it looked good then, I really can't wait to see this fully finished, absolutely stunning
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« Reply #309 on: January 30, 2018, 16:57:25 pm » |
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Cheers, its definitely going to be at volksworld, its mostly in one piece now, wings and the bonnet need fitting and the engine will be fitted in a couple of weeks and then its just making sure that everything is clean etc before the debut. Its the small jobs that you think will take minutes that take hours to get right.
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« Reply #310 on: January 30, 2018, 21:00:49 pm » |
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Above and beyond anything I've seen as always. Haven't been to volksworld since 2004 but this car makes me want to go. |
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« Reply #311 on: January 30, 2018, 21:06:58 pm » |
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I think the car was last displayed at volksworld in 2004 Cheers for the kind words. |
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« Reply #312 on: January 30, 2018, 21:20:17 pm » |
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I thought my OCD was bad, but seriously I can not wait to see this car. The bar has been raised
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« Reply #313 on: January 30, 2018, 22:17:31 pm » |
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All I want to do is hit the bar on that weekend!
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« Reply #314 on: January 30, 2018, 22:37:46 pm » |
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« Reply #315 on: January 30, 2018, 22:41:42 pm » |
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Yeah, I’m getting sick of it now. It’s taken over my life , mentally, emotionally and financially for the last four years. It’s not like I’m going to drive the bloody thing when it’s finished either. Bloody show pony |
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« Reply #316 on: February 14, 2018, 10:32:36 am » |
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Gibbs is great for bare mag, did that to my last case in 1999
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« Reply #317 on: February 15, 2018, 08:55:55 am » |
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ACF50 is great for protecting Mag too but its just an anti corrosion gel.
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« Reply #318 on: March 24, 2018, 12:53:57 pm » |
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Congratulations I'm just amazed at this car in front of me at volksworld. Lee |
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« Reply #319 on: March 24, 2018, 14:31:26 pm » |
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Congratulations I'm just amazed at this car in front of me at volksworld. Lee Well in that case, we need pictures! |
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« Reply #320 on: March 24, 2018, 19:09:07 pm » |
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Sorry Neil, I took none  If it don't win best of show then something is very wrong |
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« Reply #321 on: March 24, 2018, 19:39:01 pm » |
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Congratulations I'm just amazed at this car in front of me at volksworld. Lee Well in that case, we need pictures! X2 😉 |
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« Reply #322 on: March 25, 2018, 07:19:21 am » |
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I agree with Leec, surely best of show My only criticism would be, could have had a few more lights and mirrors. Knowing all the exceptional details in this car from this thread, some were perhaps lost or hidden - I wanted to see MORE !! An amazing car though, all credit to you sir Darren |
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« Reply #323 on: March 25, 2018, 14:55:44 pm » |
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yep agreed, best car there, although the green ghia comes close.
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« Reply #324 on: March 25, 2018, 16:46:22 pm » |
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Deffo best of show!
Didnt take any photos (sorry) as my phone wouldn't have done it ANY justice.
As Lee(?) said just a shame that it wasn't lit better and a bit higher as you couldn't really see the undercarriage that clearly.
Stunning though especially as weve seen the work that Lyndon has put into it.
Lyndon, when will it be in Volksworld??
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« Reply #325 on: March 25, 2018, 18:25:48 pm » |
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Well deserved win , fantastic car built to an amazing high standard, congratulations ! |
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« Reply #326 on: March 25, 2018, 18:29:38 pm » |
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Not my pic but guessing this is it?
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« Reply #327 on: March 25, 2018, 19:36:54 pm » |
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« Reply #328 on: March 25, 2018, 21:19:08 pm » |
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It won best of show, whilst sitting down I thought to myself the only way to better this is to fully detail a car and not assemble it. Just lay out all the component parts for people to look at.
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« Reply #329 on: March 25, 2018, 21:37:27 pm » |
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It won best of show, whilst sitting down I thought to myself the only way to better this is to fully detail a car and not assemble it. Just lay out all the component parts for people to look at.
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