1972 Maverick Grabber Resto/Mod for my Dad

Discussion in 'Maverick/Comet Projects' started by Cruzin Illusion, Mar 4, 2012.

  1. 71gold

    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    I think the...heater control... harness was all that was used...:thumbs2:
     
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    mav1970 Bob Hatcher

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    How does it adapt into your ignition system especially into the column - do you still use the stock key or is it built for a remote start button?
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    the wires were removed from the harness plug, new connectors put on them and then plugged in....:thumbs2:
     
  4. Cruzin Illusion

    Cruzin Illusion Enigma

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    Wet Sanding Continues:

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  5. Dave B

    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    Very Nice! (y)
     
  6. Cruzin Illusion

    Cruzin Illusion Enigma

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    Thanks Dave! Color should be on the car on Wednesday but I have stopped holding my breath on dates. :rofl2:
     
  7. Dave B

    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    Ahhh the joys of body work...I thought I'd be spraying epoxy today, but spent the day fixing little things that will never be seen.. I'd starve doing this for a living, I'd take way too long.
    It's worth the wait, it's going to be an amazing car, bringing them up to another level.
     
  8. Cruzin Illusion

    Cruzin Illusion Enigma

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    Just a quick update. Taping off the car will be done today and paint should be shot today or first thing tomorrow.:yahoo: I am actually thinking it will happen this time, but again I am not going to hold my breath. Schedules have come and gone with both painters.:cry::hmmm:
     
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    RMiller My name is Rick

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    Just spent all morning reading this and it's impressive. I like what you have done to the car. What is crazy is when I saw the as purchased pictures it looked like a real nice survivor with a few bruises but there sure were some surprises lurking under that paint. Proves the old adage, you can't judge a book by it's cover!

    No offense but every time I read your post with the spaces like that I hear Captain James T Kirk's voice in my head!:rofl2:
     
  10. Cruzin Illusion

    Cruzin Illusion Enigma

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    Today is supposed to be the day I have been waiting for!!!!! Paint will fly today. Hopefully tonight I can post pictures with some color in them!!!!!!:dance::dancing::bananaman
     
  11. Paul Masson

    Paul Masson MCCI Atlantic Canada Rep

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    OK. Everytime I get an e-mail notification from a post in this thread, I get all excited to finally see your car in colour! That excitement blows-up in my face when I get here and learn that they (body/paint guys) are still stringing stuff along!

    I can't imagine what YOU'RE going through right now...:dizzy:

    Hopefully tonight will be the night! I'm sure it will be beautiful!
     
  12. Cruzin Illusion

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    Ran into a problem late last night and it is corrected. It is almost go time. Here are some pictures of the final clean up and mask prior to sealing and color.

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    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    I hope no overspray gets on those hinges...
     
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    Working on taping off the engine compartment now. Don't you worry about the over spray, now is not the time to rush the details.
     
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    Looks good and I love the interior.................great job so far!
     

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