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Old 04-04-2021 | 06:28 AM
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Wow! The fun part begins!!
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Old 04-04-2021 | 07:41 AM
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Looks terrific, your painter must enjoy doing something different than everyday factory paint. Getting close, keep up the great work.
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Old 04-04-2021 | 01:43 PM
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Thanks, It’s weird, the mottling looks bad in this video but you don’t even notice it in person..




Old 04-04-2021 | 06:48 PM
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Schwing!!!
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Old 04-04-2021 | 08:57 PM
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Boy if today’s paint technology was available back when Sonny and Ricardo were at the helm they would “really” have ego issues 😂

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Old 04-05-2021 | 11:47 AM
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Originally Posted by payuppsucker
Boy if today’s paint technology was available back when Sonny and Ricardo were at the helm they would “really” have ego issues 😂
Yep Kelly. The metallic flake in these colors really dance in the sun compared to 35 years ago.
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Old 04-05-2021 | 03:12 PM
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Now we're getting some of the paint "fix" we've been waiting for!!! That is beautiful Heath, can't wait to see the rest!
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Old 04-06-2021 | 03:32 PM
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Getting the trailer bunk stands welded in place as well as the right fender and boxes replaced. Very convenient to have a forklift. Makes welding underneath much easier..



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Old 04-07-2021 | 07:23 AM
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Looking good.
And everyone needs a fork truck in their shop.
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Old 04-07-2021 | 09:38 AM
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I like the open supports, that way all can be painted.
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