Sometimes, you just have a good day...

[mrflibbles]

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!

[Glenn]

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

[Farmer]

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.

[Farmer]

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.

[1968GT]

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

[BULLITT]

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

[Farmer]

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

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Off the trailer and hangin' with her mates!

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

[mrflibbles]

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

[Retroasted]

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

[Farmer]

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.

[mrflibbles]

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

[Farmer]

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.

[Farmer]

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

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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.

[gricey]

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

[BULLITT]

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

[bembokabellettbloke]

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

[1968GT]

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

[Farmer]

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.

[Farmer]

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.

[Farmer]

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

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Looks as though she has been amongst Bellett heads before!

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

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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.