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Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 7th December 2023, 22:16
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
Great to see you are out there enjoying the car...

Great to see you are out there enjoying the car Ian.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 23rd August 2023, 20:22
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
Where to put one's millions must be a real...

Where to put one's millions must be a real headache when you're in a bidding war with some uberwealthy individuals, how much is too much ? If you watch the footage most of the room are talking...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 21st August 2023, 21:02
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
Some crazy prices at this auction ! Can't believe...

Some crazy prices at this auction ! Can't believe increments of $1,000,000 just kept rolling in for a Ferrari 250 LM. Went all the way to $17,000,000 in a few minutes but failed to meet the reserve...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 3rd July 2023, 21:16
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
That explains it ! I saw your car from the road...

That explains it ! I saw your car from the road on Friday ( didn't know it was yours Ian ), then couldn't find it Saturday morning when I went to the show ! Have you got any more photos of this one...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 2nd February 2023, 19:05
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
Brakes, tyres, oil etc etc just buy a familiar...

Brakes, tyres, oil etc etc just buy a familiar brand at the best price you can find, you're unlikely to see the benefit of spending over and above unless you are intending to drive at the limits or ...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 26th November 2021, 21:10
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
!/2" drain holes are featured in my Audi A6 floor...

!/2" drain holes are featured in my Audi A6 floor too !
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 13th November 2021, 12:33
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
I can live the Z3 interior if its all black....

I can live the Z3 interior if its all black. Beige needs to be ripped out and thrown straight in the bin ! A nice wood rimmed steering wheel is enough for me although I did do seats and door cards...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 8th November 2021, 19:14
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
Looks great Ian, the gloss finish sets it off...

Looks great Ian, the gloss finish sets it off well ! Some photos please when its all done !
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 29th July 2021, 15:41
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
Looks good too Ian ! Probably saved 20 KG's in...

Looks good too Ian ! Probably saved 20 KG's in weight, the standard box is so heavy ! Did you remove the solid steel lumps behind the bumper, I did when I built mine last year. No idea why they are...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 5th July 2021, 15:36
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
The MOT examiner can update the vehicle details...

The MOT examiner can update the vehicle details to that shown on the make and model on the V5.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 2nd July 2021, 08:06
Replies: 114
Views: 53,672
Posted By Lucky@LeMans
I found someone on youtube using the plastic...

I found someone on youtube using the plastic ruler method of applying filler. Shows how effective it is !

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=paB6uHlRgMY
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 1st July 2021, 22:22
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
[QUOTE=IanA;106572]Good idea- I use a steel rule...

[QUOTE=IanA;106572]Good idea- I use a steel rule covered in cling film.

The idea with the plastic ruler is that it is easy to bend to the right contour as you pull it across the panel to spread...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 29th June 2021, 22:18
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
The easiest filler I found to work with on GRP is...

The easiest filler I found to work with on GRP is "Bad Boy" Plastic Filler. It mixes into a really soft paste that remains slightly flexible when cured. Sands nicely too and blends in without...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 29th June 2021, 08:30
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
Looking good Ian ! How much of a dip did you find...

Looking good Ian ! How much of a dip did you find on the top of the rear wigs each side of the boot lid ? That was the only area of my kit that needed any extra work. Goes together very quickly...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 15th June 2021, 16:23
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
I know what you mean about the fog light, it does...

I know what you mean about the fog light, it does look like an add on, which it is ! Typical of cars from the 60's - 70's, they were rarely integrated into the other lights.
To be honest I can't...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 14th June 2021, 16:18
Replies: 114
Views: 53,672
Posted By Lucky@LeMans
I used the Lucas rear number plate light which...

I used the Lucas rear number plate light which doubles up as a reversing light. The fog light I fitted was right under the body and could only be seen from the back. I think the style of the lights...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 11th April 2021, 15:53
Replies: 114
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Posted By Lucky@LeMans
Matt black doesn't do it for me ! I like the...

Matt black doesn't do it for me ! I like the silver one in the photo above . Have you thought about a red oxide finish if you really want a "shabby chic" look ?
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 4th April 2021, 22:39
Replies: 114
Views: 53,672
Posted By Lucky@LeMans
An interesting concept Ian, can't wait to see the...

An interesting concept Ian, can't wait to see the finished result. The side profile of the Z3GT convertible looks great and I'm sure it will work well with the 250 front end.
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