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from my perspective it looks like the origional surrounds are there and that the glass has been removed and then chev luv/isuzu kb lights installed. could be wrong tough!

does look like original surrounds.......

mrflibbles wrote:from my perspective it looks like the origional surrounds are there and that the glass has been removed and then chev luv/isuzu kb lights installed. could be wrong tough!

Yeah, I reckon thats it. The chromed plastic surrounds are separate to the original headlights, so I suppose they've worked the Luv mounts inside them. When I get it home, I'll have a closer look and get a better pic.

67GT, that photo is of a '71 model, with the grille that followed the last Aus delivered one. I have a pair of those surrounds, but no grille. Its the one fitted to the TS (Touring Sports) version too. Looks good I reckon.

Cheers, Matt.

Back from Tas and had cause to drive past today, so called in. Thursday may well be another good day, as thats when I collect the Bellett at least. Florian decision pending.
Had another look, the Bellett has intact but brittle upholstery. Are there any magic products for softening vinyl before I sit on and destroy the seats? Has intact glovebox catch (!), and appears 100% complete. No rust in sills, etc, but some in the towers.

Matt.

I think the stuff you need Matthew is called "Dubbin", it softens leather and vinyl, however may take a couple of applications.

hey dave isn't that spelt ..dobbin .. its in the stickman family catalogue .....davo

Another good day!............


Off the trailer and hangin' with her mates!

OK, she needs a bit if a clean, but who knows whats under there?
Matt.

nice, looks like a great addition to the collection!
How did it go with the florian?

Is that front wheel falcon or early Morris or something??

mrflibbles wrote:nice, looks like a great addition to the collection!
How did it go with the florian?

Glad you asked mate! Had a call from Frank yesterday and his son said its ok for me to come pick it up.
So that will be tomorrow's fun!
Matt.

excellent news! got to love a florian that gets saved!

Retroasted wrote:Is that front wheel falcon or early Morris or something??

I didnt even notice nephew, but its not wide. I did notice its fitted with a cross ply case with a radial pattern retread. I seem to think they were outlawed in 1975 or something!
So it might be some time since this one was on the road.
Cheers, Matt.

Another good day! It was hot loading up, but nice to see it like this!


I haven't had much chance to look her over, but she is fairly complete with zero rust. The back bumper is toast, but I have another. Likewise the bent lower left wishbone. All I don't have is a numberplate light and dashpad. It has a non original drivers seat too, but I've seen VB Commodore seats fitted, and they are a real nice fit. Might have to watch for a set of those.
Frank couldnt find the keys though, so I dont know whats in the boot.
Now I will be bustin to try the motor!

Cheers, Matt.

Matt. Might have the drivers seat I will have a look . Sorry no number plate light . Wish bone no problem . Let me know what you need . Don't send a pm mine is not working . Gricey

matt how did you go on those florians in Tassie one at near davenport the other was near beicheno ???any luck ?? cheers davo I still have the addresses

looks like you have had a couple of really good days Matt congrats
enjoy this time you will remember it for the rest of your life

Mathew will have an even better day if he goes MU-X!!!

1968GT wrote:Mathew will have an even better day if he goes MU-X!!!

Yeah, I reckon I might be up for one of those ............in about 20 years, when its cheap enough!!
Cheers mate.

BULLITT wrote:matt how did you go on those florians in Tassie one at near davenport the other was near beicheno ???any luck ?? cheers davo I still have the addresses

Mate, when I read your message I'd already passed Bicheno, then things got a bit hectic in the last few days so I couldnt chase the northern one. *Sigh* Oh well, always next trip!
Cheers mate
Matt.

Check the metric speedo conversion stickers. No fancy-pants colourful bought ones here!


Looks as though she has been amongst Bellett heads before!


And here we go, a rego label........

Only 18 years since she was on the road!

I gotta get into the boot, but will have to go through the back seat - no boot key!

All good fun,
Cheers, Matt.