BILLCOR 1 Posted May 25, 2012 I was under the impression that taking paint all the way back to bare metal on the whole car can lead to an increased chance of moisture getting trapped on the bare metal and eventually rust coming through after a while. Its a large surface area. I realise you need to get rid of any corrosion however when they paint at the factory Im sure its in sealed and de-humidified booths for this very reason. I could be takling tosh though... I suppose there's always a chance that some moisture could get trapped, but I'm sure they know what they are doing and be assured, if there is any sign of rust coming through, they will be sorting it FOC Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLCOR 1 Posted June 10, 2012 Few more pics, car is now rid of all the dents and dinks, new metal around the rear arch, etch primed and coated with high build primer/filler, rubbing down starts again now Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 1 Posted June 10, 2012 Mind if I ask what it's costing you for that level of work? Happy if you want to PM it over or something... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLCOR 1 Posted June 11, 2012 Mind if I ask what it's costing you for that level of work? Happy if you want to PM it over or something... Was 2.5K, will be nearer 3K as there's been some extra's Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Jim 1 Posted June 11, 2012 Cool.. OK. Cheers :) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLCOR 1 Posted June 29, 2012 Wee update with a few pics Colour on the body at last, doors, hatch and bumpers getting done this afternoon Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KADVR6 0 Posted June 29, 2012 nice, really nice Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Abdul 0 Posted June 29, 2012 Sweet! Can't beat fresh paint! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLCOR 1 Posted June 29, 2012 Cheers guys, really happy with it so far, will be worried about taking it out now, first stone chip is always the worst :suprised: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
KADVR6 0 Posted June 29, 2012 Cheers guys, really happy with it so far, will be worried about taking it out now, first stone chip is always the worst :suprised: yeh you need a complete car bra for it LOL Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dragon green 4 Posted June 29, 2012 It's moving along nicely, top work Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CazzaVR 0 Posted June 29, 2012 Luuuuuuuuush! 8) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
VR6 0 Posted June 29, 2012 Looking amazing :salute: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Swompy 0 Posted June 29, 2012 yeh you need a complete car bra for it LOL Isnt that a gimp suit? Looks nice, wish I could get mine done. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
24V Renshaw 0 Posted June 29, 2012 Yummy. Damn I need to get mine painted. :( Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLCOR 1 Posted June 30, 2012 (edited) Thanks again folks, It does look good, gonna have to do something about that crappy looking Borla end pipe though :norty: Edited July 2, 2012 by BILLCOR Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLCOR 1 Posted August 21, 2012 Car is just about finished now, I did tell them I was in no hurry the mechanic at the bodyshop is checking out a very small oil leak, sump/gearbox area :scratch: hopefully nothing costly!! Hoping to have it back on the road in the next couple of weeks, will need an MOT first, which shouldn't be a problem, get it taxed and then fit this nice dateless plate I picked up on Ebay :bonk: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLCOR 1 Posted August 25, 2012 Well, in typical Rado fashion, the small oil leak could mean the feckin gearbox having to come out :bad-words: seeping from around the crankcase, awaiting further investigation Also when they moved the car in the workshop, they realised there was a leak from the radiator, whilst putting it back together, someone had pierced the rad, so they are now waiting on a new one, at least I dont have to pay for that ! Happy feckin days Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
anne t 10 Posted August 25, 2012 Car looks sweet,just needs a spoonfed lower spoiler:cool: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
MK1Campaign 0 Posted August 25, 2012 Get someone to armourfend the bonnet leading edge. They are nigh on invisible nowadays. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLCOR 1 Posted August 25, 2012 Car looks sweet,just needs a spoonfed lower spoiler:cool: Thanks and yeah, I agree ---------- Post added at 4:43 PM ---------- Previous post was at 4:40 PM ---------- Get someone to armourfend the bonnet leading edge. They are nigh on invisible nowadays. Read about that stuff, some good, some bad, as with most things, if its done properly, no problems. I may get a bonnet bra for any longer runs, easy enough to take off when not needed Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clumpy1 11 Posted August 25, 2012 How much did you pay for the plate if you don't mind me asking cheers. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLCOR 1 Posted August 25, 2012 How much did you pay for the plate if you don't mind me asking cheers. How much do you think :study: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
clumpy1 11 Posted August 25, 2012 I wouldn't like to hazard a guess incase i look both stupid and cheeky but definetly not cheap:scratch: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
BILLCOR 1 Posted August 26, 2012 I wouldn't like to hazard a guess incase i look both stupid and cheeky but definetly not cheap:scratch: It was £500 with all fees paid, fairly cheap for a 3x3 plate Depending how your brain works, it has a cheeky side to it if read 2x1x1x2 ;) Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
