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Mike, No update in three days??? Where's that video you promised?? Rich

Awsome!!!!!!!!!

Ken, If you have been using PPG product to this point stick with it. That extra cash will seem like nothing and you will wish you spent it if the other product wrinkles or peals off the primer/sealer. I have been using the PPG shopline up to this point and have been extremely happy with it. As for single stage matching BS/CC it depends on the color, weather it's metallic, etc. With a straight red if your supplier has the mixing recipe for both you will probably be fine. As mike indicated those areas are low light low visability and nobody will know the difference. My 2cents, Rich

He Gary thanks for the info. I actually did some research on that as well and was seriously considering going that route. My biggest concern was the foam rubber seals between the inner and outter quarter panels. The chemical is unforgiving to anything that isn't metal and I didn't want to mess with those pieces. I still have the information and price list though. I do agree it seemed pretty reasonable. Rich

Bob, Any pics of this setup?? I'm past this phase and will have to take my chances at this point but I'm always collecting info for the next project. Thanks, Rich

Hey if Mike's providing air fare I'm in. I'll even buy the first round when we get there. :D:D:D

Hey Roberta, I spoke with Chris over at the blaster's. He was very nice and remembered you when I mentioned your name. He was very helpful and provided a base estimate over the phone. I think for this project I will stick with the blaster I am currently working with. I have spent weeks prepping the body for the blaster and really don't require their two step process at this point. He did indicate if the body is on the rotisserie that he considers that the prefered situation but does have the jacks you mentioned to get the car 4 feet up to get the underside when necessary. Thanks again for your help and the info. I will be keeping them in mind for future projects. Rich

Thanks for the link. It looks like they have a ton of experience in multiple applications. I have a call in to them to get some info. I have been working with a Blaster in Oxford up to now but never hurts to get a price check. Thanks.

Not sure when in it's life it happened but my 55 had a small bead of weld on both sides right at the ends. I had to grind through it with a cut off wheel and then the dash top came right off. Not to say your 56 has anything like that but something to look for. Good luck, Rich

Thanks Ken, I did a search but couldn't find these pics. I knew I had seen them. I have less than 10 miles to go myself so I'm just planning on taking it easy. I appreciate it, Rich

Thanks Roberta, That's a great idea for a body cart. Never considered conduit. I was hoping to leave it on the rotisserie though so the blaster would have full access. I want to make sure he gets to the rear wheel wells and the floor. I don't want any of that nasty "R" word coming back. Rich

Is it just me or does anyone else think Mike would still be out playing in his garage every day even if he did possess these skills? Don't mind me Mike. I'm just jealous. Rich

Sheeese Mike, You're making me embarrassed by my lack of progress. At this pace you'll be ready for the national next year. Keep up the good work. Rich

Hi Everyone, Finally getting ready to haul the 55 body to the blaster's. This is my first go at loading a rotisserie on a trailer and hauling it anywhere. I remember seeing a couple pics of Ken's(Mudbone) 55 going to the blaster but I can't find them with a search. I seem to recall he placed a couple jack stands on the sides somewhere to keep things stable. Any advice is greatly appreciated. Sure wish I had gotten to this stage a couple months ago when it was 70 degrees here in MI Thanks, Rich

Very Nice Mr Earl!! Looking forward to all the "in progress" pictures. Rich