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Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 2nd September 2020, 09:10
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
I've just seen a new chrome paint brush on that...

I've just seen a new chrome paint brush on that looks amazing but I'd guess is not durable enough for exterior use. Bizarrely best results via brushing on!

I't called Mirror by Culture Hustle -...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 27th August 2020, 22:11
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
I know the feeling! I'll have a for eBay...

I know the feeling!

I'll have a for eBay surf. Cheers.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 27th August 2020, 11:57
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
@lucky - can you recommend a chrome wrap brand...

@lucky - can you recommend a chrome wrap brand for me to try? Nothing to lose!
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 22nd August 2020, 18:47
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
I think that's the problem with the frames - too...

I think that's the problem with the frames - too many edges. I've seen it used really effectively on the mouth and the last mouth I "chromed" with the silver nitrate stuff had a yellow hue so I...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th August 2020, 17:49
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
I'm not sure about cutting holes in the door...

I'm not sure about cutting holes in the door skins! I think if I was going to do that I'd go electric window conversion. And I've already spent 10k on top of the car purchase price....
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th August 2020, 17:45
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Even more good stuff. Nardi Anni 60 fitted...

Even more good stuff.

Nardi Anni 60 fitted and Grassbank stalk ends.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th August 2020, 17:42
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
More good stuff: Complete refurbished rear...

More good stuff:

Complete refurbished rear beam with camber compensation and extra track reduction on top of the Z4 hub.

Nicely tucked in now.

Also nicked another 6mm at front by losing...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th August 2020, 17:38
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
I'd love to but the outer frame is not removable...

I'd love to but the outer frame is not removable - there's a bolt captive between the grp and original door. Just got to think outside the box a bit.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th August 2020, 17:21
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Onwards and sideways. Resolving issues and some...

Onwards and sideways. Resolving issues and some issues yet to resolve...

The good stuff - replaced the Lucas rear lights with the proper jobs. Surprisingly straight forward swap.

Trimmed the...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 1st August 2020, 08:37
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Things you should know about your car but didnt: ...

Things you should know about your car but didnt:
Turns out my Borani replicas have alloy rims - no wonder they cost the builder a packet!
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 26th July 2020, 19:47
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Well it's been a long road and at times very...

Well it's been a long road and at times very trying for both Wayne and myself. COVID has knocked his fledgling business sideways on top of which the interior build posed many challenges such as what...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 6th April 2020, 18:29
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Sadly, we've stalled due to the coronavirus....

Sadly, we've stalled due to the coronavirus. Wayne has no work booked in after me and delays due to slow parts availability plus some custom bits.

Obviously his family come first and he needs...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 27th March 2020, 19:22
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Before the car went in I had lots of discussions...

Before the car went in I had lots of discussions with Wayne at Evolution Trim Works around headlining strategies and how we could "lift" the large amount of black in the interior. Well it certainly...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 20th March 2020, 04:45
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Gauges lit. Little concerned I won't be able to...

Gauges lit. Little concerned I won't be able to get car back before full blown lock down...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 18th March 2020, 02:38
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Dash being bonded at Evolution Trim Works. Black...

Dash being bonded at Evolution Trim Works. Black on black gauges.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 15th March 2020, 22:16
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
@Steve - going for black crackle paint finish....

@Steve - going for black crackle paint finish. I've got black on black dials rather than the cream centres.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 15th March 2020, 09:47
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Car is in for interior trim and dash conversion....

Car is in for interior trim and dash conversion. Headlining is using traditional bows rather than being stuck on. Very pleased so far!
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 7th February 2020, 11:31
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Yes thrilled with it. Was a bit of a ball ache...

Yes thrilled with it. Was a bit of a ball ache for Jeff - arrived jntrimmed and grp was covered in pinholes but he's done the business.

New steering wheel arrived today too. Gorgeous.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 5th February 2020, 17:41
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Only a couple Jeff sent - I didn't take any...

Only a couple Jeff sent - I didn't take any before I left and it got pretty wet and dirty on way home. Clean this weekend and get some shots.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 5th February 2020, 03:44
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Car back from Jeff's and looks superb - he's done...

Car back from Jeff's and looks superb - he's done an amazing job but suspect he'll never want to see it again lol!

In case youre wondering why the front clip was repainted it was the cars been on...
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 25th January 2020, 03:56
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Thanks mate - it'll be going over to Laon...

Thanks mate - it'll be going over to Laon Historic tail end of May hopefully with full interior conversion having been completed.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 15th January 2020, 13:27
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Classic Coachworks announced on the Tribute...

Classic Coachworks announced on the Tribute Facebook Group last week I think it was.

Concentrating on new car launch which is not a replica but has a good DB Zagato flavour and is looking good.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 15th January 2020, 05:46
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Grassbank still supply them so that's a no no and...

Grassbank still supply them so that's a no no and I'm sure Chris wouldn't do that. Plus he's no longer producing the 250.
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 14th January 2020, 21:04
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
That's a great deal - sadly already bought one. ...

That's a great deal - sadly already bought one.

Can I ask why you decided not to fit?
Forum: Tribute Automotive Builds 14th January 2020, 08:52
Replies: 76
Views: 21,067
Posted By smash
Car back at it's spiritual home for a little...

Car back at it's spiritual home for a little spruce and while it's there....

...the badges are being deleted.
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