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Public Area => Finished Kit Pictures => Topic started by: m_ward on March 24, 2008, 06:41:33 PM

Title: HM1033 Finally!
Post by: m_ward on March 24, 2008, 06:41:33 PM
I know I have not been around much but I have finally gotten freed up enough to post some pictures of my finished car.  It has 1500 miles on it already and not a lick of trouble yet!!!  I am amazed...mainly cause I built the motor!  :o  My first one!  

I can't say enough about the quality of the car.  It is tight and solid.  Rides like a dream!

Please enjoy the pics and go easy on me....first time I have done more than a tune up!

The last picture is what we used for our christmas card this year.  ;D

THanks,
Michael
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Post by: m_ward on March 24, 2008, 06:50:20 PM
Christmas and my little partner!
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Post by: jwd on March 24, 2008, 07:40:35 PM
Michael,

 That is beautiful. You did an awesome job. You should be very proud.

Jim
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Post by: 8milebaker on March 24, 2008, 08:30:53 PM
nice job.....
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Post by: m_ward on March 24, 2008, 10:59:39 PM
Thanks a bunch guys!

I smile every time I drive it! 8-)
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Post by: Chris Doss on March 25, 2008, 08:28:18 AM
The attention to detail really stands out.  I know you must be very proud.  The color is wonderful!
Chris
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Post by: HAVASUBILL on March 25, 2008, 08:33:33 AM
Very Cool!    ;)

What color is it (Black & silver?), it looks like my car.. chrysler met. Black and White.  
The entire build reflects a high degree of quality work and planning. Your Cobra will get you numerous questions such as,  "is it real?" and "what year is it?" and "it looks like an orginal Shelby...is it?"   Be ready for all the great comments and the pride you'll feel when showing off your Hurricane.   ;D

I also love the picture with your little girl.

Best Regards,  Bill
Title: Re: HM1033 Finally!
Post by: m_ward on March 25, 2008, 08:47:08 AM
Thanks Bill!

It's funny you say that cause I do get a lot of questions about whether or not it is real.  Just makes me laugh.  ;D

Yes it is black and silver.  The black is a base black before any color is added.  As black as you can get.  The stripes are the Superformance silver color.  They change colors depending on the angle you view them.  Painter told me it took eight different colors to create that silver.  I wanted a metallic silver that had a platinum hue to it.

I wanted it to be bare bones.  No frills, heater, air, etc.  a very clean purpose built car.  All business!  >:(

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Post by: danc30 on March 25, 2008, 09:08:31 AM
Great job. Looks outstanding.  Where did you get the bolt head covers on the quick-jack bolts?  They look cool.

Dan

PS- Tell them it is "real" (just not an original), if you don't think so, stand in front of it while I put in in 1st gear..... ;D
Title: Re: HM1033 Finally!
Post by: s_reynolds on March 25, 2008, 09:24:41 AM
Michael, nothing to go easy on you about for your build. Looks fantastic! Hope mine turns out as good.

Sam
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Title: Re: HM1033 Finally!
Post by: MFE III on March 25, 2008, 09:48:14 AM
Michael, congrats . . . she's beautiful! Very nice work! Love the color combination . . you just sealed my choice. Black w/silver stripes.
Matt
Title: Re: HM1033 Finally!
Post by: m_ward on March 25, 2008, 07:13:28 PM
Thanks guys for the compliments!

Matt,
if you want the coler codes let me know.

Dan,
I got the covers from the local ACE hardware.  THey have a great selection of chrome and stainless fasteners and bolt covers.  I think I saw them online too.  They were about $6 each which added up quick.  I used them on the quickjacks, inside the nose of the car. etc.  I thought they were a cool touch.
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Post by: MFE III on March 25, 2008, 08:34:37 PM
Mike, I would appreciate the color codes.
Thanks
Matt
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Post by: m_ward on March 26, 2008, 06:52:19 PM
Matt,
The black is a base black.  No color added.  As black as it gets.  The silver is from a 99 Lamborghini.  It was used by Superformance for a while.  I think this is the correct code.



PPG Titanium PolyDBC 35989OEM 210.600 Lamborghini
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Post by: Ryan Cassidy on March 27, 2008, 04:28:34 PM
Looks REALLY sharp!! You should be thrilled!

I can't wait to see it in person around Atlanta.

Cheers,
Ryan
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Post by: Phil Berania on March 28, 2008, 05:50:28 AM
All I can say is "WOW".
Beautiful car my friend.

Phil
Title: Re: HM1033 Finally!
Post by: m_ward on March 31, 2008, 08:48:12 AM
Ryan & Phil,
Thanks so much.  You guys have such great looking cars also.  The compliments go a long ways!!

Ryan...let me know when some shows are going on up there and I will try to make a few.

Michael
Title: Re: HM1033 Finally!
Post by: LMH on April 28, 2008, 12:36:39 AM
WOW Michael!
I've been catching up on the past threads and I have to say, your car looks fantastic! You really did a nice job.
Keep it up!
Larry