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Old July 20th 2006, 09:16
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Thanks ccain529 for the info. At this point in my build I am far from working on my fenders but I think I am going to give it a shot as your fenders look much better than hugh fiberglass fenders. I will post some pictures when I get there.

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Old July 20th 2006, 18:29
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Thanks ccain529 for the info. At this point in my build I am far from working on my fenders but I think I am going to give it a shot as your fenders look much better than hugh fiberglass fenders. I will post some pictures when I get there.

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Old July 21st 2006, 01:26
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Your fenders look great. I like the fact that you're making something yourself. :righton:

That's a good technique of shrinking metal. You can also use what is called a 'shrinking disk'. I'm gonna have to get one for my fenders.
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Old July 23rd 2006, 15:01
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Your fenders look great. I like the fact that you're making something yourself.
After all is said and done...I shoulda bought 'em already made! These things kicked my butt!

Well here they are folks....primed, wetsanded, painted and cleared! All that is left is to mount the tail lights and wire up the front bumper turn signals.






The paint isn't an exact match but I plan on painting the entire car next year.

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Old July 23rd 2006, 19:09
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Wow, those look great. You did a fantasic job. I wish they came from the factory like that!

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Old July 23rd 2006, 21:28
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Amazing fab skills as well as prep and painting skills. Well done. I wish i had space, time and these skills...

Congrats again

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Old July 23rd 2006, 21:49
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:agree: :agree: I'd give more than two thumbs up if I could ... wait a second ... never mind, that's not a thumb. Really well done!
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