6808 update 8/1/06

Black is so classy. You must have most of it covered so you don't get compound all down in the cracks, right?. I hate to buff, it takes so long to get right. Share some of you buffing tips with me Mark!

Now the payoff for all that lost time and missed shows begins, you get to drive it!

But keep that duster handy for that black paint

Fun Photos added! Too bad I can't show you the really fun ones! lol
Hope everyone is enjoying their holiday as much as we are.
Happy New Year
Mark

Lookin better every day, your car sits kind of high like mine any plans to lower it?

The adjustable coil overs are set to allow the car to get on and off the flatbed without scraping. Should be able to "tuck" the tires when done.

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Originally posted by lastpushbutton:
Black is so classy. You must have most of it covered so you don't get compound all down in the cracks, right?. I hate to buff, it takes so long to get right. Share some of you buffing tips with me Mark!

LPB I wish I could say I buffed it myself, but I wussed out, and hired a Pro! even masking the car off, it has a ton of compound everywhere! I'll need a month of Sundays to get her clean enough to put together. I'm happy to have her home in the garage. As far as the tips, I'll make you a list of product, and in what order to use them.
Mark

Great job Mark. Black sure does look incredible when it's done right! Keep up the posts, I can't wait to see the final beauty shots!

Mark

Mark, just wanted to add my 2 cents, it is looking extraordinary!

Black is very classy. I'm also glad it's not white!

George

Just Awesome Mark! I love black also! I noticed you changed the tail lights out. Got the old ones for sale? also, what mufflers you using?
Thanks
Emery
emery@hawaii.rr.com

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Originally posted by Mark#6808:
6808 is polished and back home in the garage tonight, Christmas came early.<BR>I'll take better pictures tommorow,that properly show her new paint, she really looks stunning in black

Thanks all for the kind words. I'm starting to realize that the last seven months without 6808 being road worthy, are starting to pay off, if I do say so myself.

Emery, the mufflers are PI motorsport with the turn up cut off, and sorry, I'm saving the rear lens for spares.

Thanks to the PIBB for all the support and kind words


to be continued............

OK, Mark. Time's up. We need to see more photos. We've been patient for well over a month now.

Can't wait to see the finished car!

Mark

Hey Mark,
I just got 6808 back Monday, I've been up until 1:00 am for the last few nights, just cleaning the car so I can put it back together. Traffic school Saturday (thanks officer) Sunday is Pantera day, I'll post Sunday night, but keep in mind, I probably have a months worth of put together on 6808 (WHY DID I CHOOSE BLACK?)
Regards Mark

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(WHY DID I CHOOSE BLACK?)
Regards Mark

• You're a masochist?
• You want even MORE driving awards?
• You don't want George riding your a$$ every post about the wimpy colour of your car?
• You want to drive the meanest, baddest Pantera possible?

Don’t worry, brother, it WILL be worth it!

Mark

Mark C,
Spent a couple hours on Sunday "playing" in the garage, here are some update photos, hopefully, I'll be posting "completed" (like they are ever done)photos soon.
Regards
Mark 6808

Great looking work there, Mark. It absolutely will be amazing when "done". It sure would be nice to have that weather to work in too!

Mark

Mark C
The only problem with the weather being this nice, is that it's difficult to concentrate. Maybe if it was snowing here..........naw forget that! lol
Thanks for the kind words.
Mark 6808

Mark,

good progress, looking very good.

George

update 4/24/06

Wish she would be ready for Vegas, but I will see you there!

Mark

Car is looking awesome Mark. I am very jealous of your engine bay, great stiching on the interior. Can't wait to see the rest as it goes in. Obviously a well thought out plan.