Isobell, The RatRod Project

Discussion in 'Car Builds, Projects, Idea's Experiments' started by TheModFather, May 10, 2014.

  1. minirab

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    Looking forward to it.:drool
     
  2. TheModFather

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    Lots of Pic's from last night, just edited in the phone but I think that's enough for now...

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  3. TheModFather

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  4. TheModFather

    TheModFather Well-Known Member

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  5. TheModFather

    TheModFather Well-Known Member

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    Today was about the lights...

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    That's all I've got for now, and the rain just stopped! Back to work!:beer
     
  6. wmwny

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    You've come a long way from when I first saw the car in early July and it's looking better with each new step!:Thumbsup: I can't wait to see it at next year's MOTD!
     
  7. Nathan

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    Yer tires shure are worn out

    BTW, you need my address to send me a few M/A Rat Rodded Stickers?
     
  8. TheModFather

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    Those tires still have just under half tread... ;)

    When I get the stickers printed and cut, I will get a couple extras made for you. Since you own the site and all... :D

    Last night I was out here in the garage until 1:00 AM... Tonights not looking any different!
     
  9. Dave.0

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    Work, work, work !


    Stay working and it will get done sooner.:Thumbsup:
     
  10. TheModFather

    TheModFather Well-Known Member

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    Well today took care of a good chunk of getting an engine running in it... Plus a little bit in the looks department!
    I am going to fade some spots on the tail light tint tonight and re-clear them tomorrow morning...

    Also decided on some mods to the rear bumper that I was on the fence about. In my mind it looks sweet, and that has worked out great so far! ;)
     
  11. GreyLens

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    I've been watching this thread for awhile. Frankly, I was similar to someone who posted early on saying that he didn't get it. But, I can see what this is now. A work of art. Incredibly creative. I hope to personally see this piece of work rolling down the highway one day.
     
  12. GokartPilot

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    I like the fact that you carried some of the rust to the dash, but those seats are looking a little to new and comfy for a rat rod. :Thumbsup: Its looking great, cant wait to see it finished.
     
  13. MCS02

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    You have done a great job! If I ever need my Mini painted I'm sending it to you! Just no rust please.:D
     
  14. TheModFather

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    I stay away from standard resprays, which is why I never went to doing paint & body full time...
    If you want to go TOTALLY NUTS, and get creative, give me a call! :D

    I actually have another paint job thought out, just no car to put it on... Can we say WWII bomber. ;)
     
  15. eMINIparts

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    I like it ! Love the gauges. Love the paint!
     
  16. TheModFather

    TheModFather Well-Known Member

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    I ordered the front bumper lower valance and arch pieces from eMINIparts today! Still got to get a ton of plastic fastener clips, and the chrome trim for everything.
    Found the front chrome pieces through a off brand dealer for under $40 for both pieces, but none of them have the big strip for the rear! Looks like I will have to spend the $100 that a new OE one costs. :(
    Works out in a way though because I wont be doing anything with the rear trim, the front on the other hand... Well, what can I say. ;)
     
  17. Spa2k

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    Forget chrome - maybe you need the lower rear bumper panel (the exhaust surround) in Chili Red from an R56 JCW that now has the GP 2 tunnels. I know where you can get one, like new, just for the cost of shipping. Imagine the thrill you'd feel showing your bright rear end to everyone you blast past - sort of like a baboon mooning everyone! And just consider what DaveDotZero would say about a 2nd-gen part on Isobell... :devil:
     
  18. soccerbummer1104

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    $89 from ECS (+ shipping to probably bring it right up to 100 ) expensive piece of plastic, but worth it if you need it to bring everything together.
     
  19. TheModFather

    TheModFather Well-Known Member

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    The rear lower apron from the standard "S" or GP bumper fits right onto the mustache bumper...
    Just so happens, I have an "S" bumper so all of that trim is already on. ;) I would like to get the GP apron and arches, but with the price they still want for that piece, it can wait.

    Not going to be putting a diffuser on it for a couple reasons... Mostly the look of having a diffuser wouldn't look quite right with the car, and I might run into some clearance issues with the exhaust when I redo it. :)
     
  20. Spa2k

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    Just trying to clean out my garage ... :biggrin5:
     

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