1972 Maverick Grabber Resto/Mod for my Dad

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

  1. Cruzin Illusion

    Cruzin Illusion Enigma

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    Here are the hood stripes before clear coat was applied:

    You can't tell in the pictures but the outside pin stripe is a lighter color than the main stripes.

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  2. Dave B

    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    Very nice! Just don't continue them over the roof....
     
  3. Cruzin Illusion

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    Only on the trunk. They will go over the spoiler but end roughly 1/8" above the bottom of the back side of the spoiler. No roof!
     
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    Side Stripes: They look black but they are cyber gray.

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    RMiller My name is Rick

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    Very nice! I bet you're excited.
     
  6. Cruzin Illusion

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    More than you can think.:D
     
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    Dave B I like Mavericks!

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    I am also!
     
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    Tons of work. I am sure I speak for many here when I say that the car looks awesome, and I can't wait to see it outside and all done. It keeps getting better.

    Congrats!
     
  9. Cruzin Illusion

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    Thank you for the permission to use your hood stripe design. I try not to steal others ideas without asking. I appreciate individualality in each persons projects and yours is one that shows your true ability to be an artist.

    Thanks again.
     
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    car-nut Glenn

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    You are too kind. I appreciate your asking first and giving me a heads up you wanted to do it. It is pure flattery when someone wants to copy a design. That is how I took it.

    I love this build and what it represents. My hat is off to you my friend.
     
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    that car is going to blinding yellow when it goes out int eh sunlight. people are going to need sun block just to walk past it and sun glasses to check it out :cool:

    very well done!
    does your dad have any idea yet? I havent followed too close so sorry if I missed it.
    the reveal will be incredible
     
  12. Cruzin Illusion

    Cruzin Illusion Enigma

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    No idea. It will be in the garage for Christmas but I have decided not to give it to him until it is completely done. Hoping mid year but I am still trying to figure out were the money for the motor is going to come from. Come on year end bonus!!!!

    If you think it is bright now what till the clear goes on in the next hour.
     
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    Here is a sneak peak of the car with clear:dance:

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    Final coat of clear is on the car and here are the pictures:

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    Looks really outstanding.................love to see a shot when you get it out into the sunlight...........congratulations............all the hard work is certainly paying off in spades!
     

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