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So I'm visiting LA and a friend asks me if I can do a little project for him while I'm here.-Just add a second rollbar and turn the supports to the rear. Chrome finish pls. Last edited by Brazin; 04-17-2015 at 01:01 AM.SqWave 200Millermatic 190Airco 200 ACHypertherm PM45Boice-Crane Band SawVictor O/A
Reply:Beautiful car, it's funny your friend made it sound so simple.. Lol
Reply:Is that a replica or signed original?Forgot to get a shot of Carroll's signature in the trunk of this authentic 427 version.  What a ride!MM200 w/Spoolmatic 1Syncrowave 180SDBobcat 225G Plus - LP/NGMUTT Suitcase WirefeederWC-1S/Spoolmatic 1HF-251D-1PakMaster 100XL '68 Red Face Code #6633 projectStar Jet 21-110Save Second Base!
Reply:This one's a North American Fiberglass version. I think the roll bar misses the fuel filler. I'd need to pull out the trunk liner and get it on a lift to get anywhere close to a measurement. I'm not thinking of starting the project myself now, more looking for the right person to recommend.Last edited by Brazin; 04-17-2015 at 11:44 AM.SqWave 200Millermatic 190Airco 200 ACHypertherm PM45Boice-Crane Band SawVictor O/A
Reply:A little to much  involved in that build I think...There are no problems. There are only solutions. It's your duty to determine the right one.Hobart Handler 210Airco 225 Amp MSM Stinger
Reply:I wouldn't touch it without a few things in writing...Look at what you are getting yourself into...Many things can and will go wrong.One false move and then what?So what if it's not the "Real Deal". …..Who is drilling through the bodywork for the tubes?Who is bending the tubes?How long do you have to accomplish all this?Who supplies the materials?What will happen when the unfortunate slip happens and the paint is ruined?Know all the unknowns before you start because once you do there ain't no turning back....zap!I am not completely insane..Some parts are missing Professional Driver on a closed course....Do not attempt.Just because I'm a  dumbass don't mean that you can be too.So DON'T try any of this **** l do at home.
Reply:Originally Posted by zapsterI wouldn't touch it without a few things in writing...Look at what you are getting yourself into...Many things can and will go wrong.One false move and then what?So what if it's not the "Real Deal". …..Who is drilling through the bodywork for the tubes?Who is bending the tubes?How long do you have to accomplish all this?Who supplies the materials?What will happen when the unfortunate slip happens and the paint is ruined?Know all the unknowns before you start because once you do there ain't no turning back....zap!
Reply:I want an XKE...Although Cobras are chick magnets  ..."USMCPOP" First-born son: KIA  Iraq 1/26/05Syncrowave 250 w/ Coolmate 3Dialarc 250, Idealarc 250SP-175 +Firepower TIG 160S (gave the TA 161 STL to the son)Lincwelder AC180C (1952)Victor & Smith O/A torchesMiller spot welder
Reply:Mick...Falcon? Same as a U.S. manufactured Falcon built by Ford and at the lower end of the product roster? Don't get me wrong, I like them and there isn't a thing keeping them down there near the bottom...just wondering if it was the same car. Not familiar with the Australian market and figured it might be the spiffier version of the Holden Wombat or something along those lines. Now, I do know there was/is a Holden car company, but haven't a clue other than a heavy gut feeling there never was a Wombat in their line-up. Lincoln PrecisionTig 275Miller 251Miller DialArc 250Bridgeport millHossfeld bender & diesLogan shaperJet 14 X 40 latheSouth Bend 9" 'C'Hypertherm 900Ellis 3000 band saw21"Royersford ExcelsiorTwo shops, still too many tools.
Reply:Brazin Originally Posted by BrazinJust add a second rollbar and turn the supports to the rear. Chrome finish pls.
Reply:For once Opus,  you're absolutely right. Pocket Knife LighterSqWave 200Millermatic 190Airco 200 ACHypertherm PM45Boice-Crane Band SawVictor O/A
Reply:lol, opus' ambiguous riddles are often enjoyable to me. and because i only 50% of the time understand what he is talking about, have decided that he is 100% right. . . .even when i have to use googlebosses stuff:trailblazer 325maxstar 200my stuff:sa 200fronius transpocket 180100 amp Lincoln w/f97 f350 DITKevin
Reply:Looks like a Shelby American FIA. If your friend could manage to roll it over, no hair pin roll bar would save him anyway. The big block cars have the rear facing support.  He should be more concerned with the windshield, they tend to fold back well before the top speed of 155-160. If he wants a cage and speed he should get a Daytona coupe.Thermal arc 211iCk flex-loc 150 & 130Clamps, saws & grindersHarbor freight 80 amp inverter
Reply:I thought it was that style.FIAStroked 302 455hp. He wants to take it to the track with a passenger, I'll mention the windshield, it does look pretty flimsy.SqWave 200Millermatic 190Airco 200 ACHypertherm PM45Boice-Crane Band SawVictor O/A
Reply:Mick, I tossed in the pic of that VC Valient solely because it looked like an early '60s Ford Ranchero based upon the Falcon. Some day, if life proves long enough, I need to travel to Australia...you Aussies seem to have so many vehicles to enjoy.Lincoln PrecisionTig 275Miller 251Miller DialArc 250Bridgeport millHossfeld bender & diesLogan shaperJet 14 X 40 latheSouth Bend 9" 'C'Hypertherm 900Ellis 3000 band saw21"Royersford ExcelsiorTwo shops, still too many tools.