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Old 12-06-2009, 08:46 PM   #61
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Hi guys

Not much to report, the doors are now painted and roof lining is back in but thats about all!!

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Old 23-06-2009, 01:17 PM   #62
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*sits and waits*

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Old 27-06-2009, 10:40 AM   #63
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Hey Giys

Sorry theres been no updates of late, Unfortunatly my mum at the young age of 52 passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on Sunday morning so it might be a little while before i get a chance to update the build.
As hard as it is to deal with im just happy that Mums last day was spent with Family and friends celebrating my Dads birthday and being out on a cruise with our local Ford club, On her last day she had the privilege to walk around a private collection of beautiful Fords including a genuine XC Cobra,XB-GT Coupe,XB-GT sedan,GT500 Mustang and many others.
I know were ever she is now she will be wearing her favourite Ford jersey and having a beer.

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Old 27-06-2009, 10:48 AM   #64
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Sorry to hear mate, condolences to you and your family.
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Old 27-06-2009, 10:48 AM   #65
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Sincerest condolences on the loss of your mum.
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Old 27-06-2009, 11:30 AM   #66
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My thoughts are with you and your family.
May her soul RIP.

Just think, now, you have to build the coupe in memory of her and make her proud of you.

Good luck Dwayne
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Old 27-06-2009, 01:40 PM   #67
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Very sorry to hear about your mum Dwayne. :(

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Old 27-06-2009, 05:05 PM   #68
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so sory to read about your loss ,Dwayne
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Old 27-06-2009, 06:30 PM   #69
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Sorry to hear the tragic news Dwayne.

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Old 28-06-2009, 08:58 PM   #70
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Old 29-06-2009, 08:30 AM   #71
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Thanks guys for all your kind words, I wish the coupe had been finished for her to see as she was so excitied about going for a cruise in it. It will definatly be built in rememberance of mum and i'll be taking her and dad for a cruise as soon as its done. I'll get down to my painters at some stage and get some pics of the old girl

Take care and ring your family you havent spoken to for awhile and tell them you love them because lifes far too short

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Old 29-06-2009, 08:41 AM   #72
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Sad news Dwayne, sorry for your loss.
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Old 29-06-2009, 09:25 AM   #73
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So sorry to here that mate. Life can definitely be cruel at times. Hopefully you and your family can be of strength to each other during this difficult time.

There was a guy on here building his XB coupe as a tribute to his wife who passed away early on in the build - I think it was '4 KATH' , maybe you could do something similar as a lasting memory to your mum.

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Old 06-07-2009, 02:07 PM   #74
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Really sorry to hear your sad news Dwayne.


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Old 06-07-2009, 07:15 PM   #75
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Sorry to hear the sad, tragic news mate.
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Old 16-07-2009, 06:35 AM   #76
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Hey guys

Small update bonnet and boot are basically ready for paint, Doors on and and car fully buffed and just decided on the trim colour





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Old 16-07-2009, 02:34 PM   #77
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*drools*

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Trim - Go W2 White with black cloth inserts!!!
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Old 16-07-2009, 05:34 PM   #79
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Trim - Go W2 White with black cloth inserts!!!
LOL Mate with my kids its nothing but black!!!!!
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Old 16-07-2009, 06:56 PM   #80
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awsome this is one sweet xa
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Old 17-07-2009, 11:28 PM   #81
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Is that an original GT bonnet mate? If not would you be able to tell me what you used and how you bent the flute cut outs on the bonnet in order to sit the actual flutes flush with the bonnet? cheers in advanced bud Nice work on the beast to mate i love it
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Old 18-07-2009, 07:27 AM   #82
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Hey Mate

Sorry bud cant help ya there as its a genuine bonnet, I did see a thread on here at one stage where a guy had made a tool that fitted in the hole and he cramped it down to a point that it bent the recess into the bonnet.
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Old 18-07-2009, 11:50 AM   #83
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sorry mate ended up playing out side with my 3boys till late last night,im going to disapere in my shed4afew hours this arvo n il have my trusty camera n get those pics of the back spaceings
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Old 18-07-2009, 01:21 PM   #84
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awesome thanks bud :sm_headba
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this is one thread where i always look forward to updates

i am in awe of its progress - a real credit to all involved
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Sorry bud cant help ya there as its a genuine bonnet, I did see a thread on here at one stage where a guy had made a tool that fitted in the hole and he cramped it down to a point that it bent the recess into the bonnet.
Oh kk no problem.. That thread that your talking about is that Recoil Chris's thread? if not are you able to link me to it if possible cheers bud
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Old 19-07-2009, 06:39 AM   #87
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LOL Mate with my kids its nothing but black!!!!!
Yeah, I agree.
Cant go wrong with a black interior,
It hides alot of imperfections and gives it a real muscle car feel :hihi:
Maybe break it up with a different colour highlight though.

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Old 19-07-2009, 06:44 AM   #88
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This is one awesome looking Coupe!!!
I think Black is the ultimate colour for a coupe.
What shade of black is it and is the engine bay satin black?
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Oh kk no problem.. That thread that your talking about is that Recoil Chris's thread? if not are you able to link me to it if possible cheers bud
Hey bud im not sure what thread it was mate but i'll have a look and see if i can find it for you
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thanks mate appreciate it heaps
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