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2766R Finally...
surfguitar58:
Looks terrific! Another driver hits the road, congrats! :beerchug: I sympathize with the weather keeping us off the road, can't wait until spring. What's your plan for paint? Restore what you have, or respray. I've been looking into gentle paint restoration methods, and your original paint already looks better than mine. I'd be interested to hear your plans.
Tom
BDA:
Congratulations, 2766R!! :beerchug:
:lotus:
She looks like a fine specimen! Keep us up to date on your progress and if you get stuck, somebody here will surely be able to help you.
Certified Lotus:
Nothing better than having your sports car ready for the driving season! Congrats!
2766R:
Thanks for the complements and encouragement. It may look decent in the pictures but, believe me, between spider cracks, blistered paint, cracking finish on the instrument panel, splits in the driver's seat, etc, etc it's going to be a process. Lets say it's a 30 footer at this point, hopefully a 2 footer one day. Not conours but a no excuse driver. here are some pictures; first (2) are from late summer at Ragtops, second (2) from 2 years ago.
BDA:
It really doesn't look that bad. The fiberglass work isn't too bad. The interior will probably be the biggest pain to do.
Since you're probably getting a new dash, I recommend http://prestigeautowood.com/. He does a super job including finishing the back and all edges to keep moisture out and he'll do custom work like more or fewer gauges, glove box door, etc. He has a selection of veneers to choose from. You probably already know about https://www.autointeriors.biz/ since they're not far from you.
At least, in the mean time, you can drive it!
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