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  1. joe sackey

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    #126 joe sackey, Feb 17, 2014
    I'm seeing red paint.
     
  2. Michael Call

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    #127 Michael Call, Feb 17, 2014
    Indeed...Soon it will be ALL GONE:) The original factory color change (done prior to delivery to first owner) will at last be PROPERLY executed.
     
  3. Chaos

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    #128 Chaos, Feb 17, 2014
    v.nice :)

    Are the headers ANSA too or are they factory ?
     
  4. Michael Call

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    #129 Michael Call, Feb 17, 2014
    The headers are the original factory headers. (supplied by Ansa) They have been refurbished and coated with an original looking, but far more durable ceramic coating.
     
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    #130 Chaos, Feb 17, 2014
    all looks fab Michael, really looking forward to seeing the end result
     
  6. Michael Call

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    #132 jollygood, Feb 18, 2014

    They did not clear coat them either?
    I have seen that been done when carbs are restored.
     
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    #133 jollygood, Feb 18, 2014
    I see a loosened RH gas tank.
    Do you intend to pressure test both tanks for leaks?
    I know I would, if it was my car. Just as a precaution.
     
  9. Michael Call

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    #134 Michael Call, Feb 18, 2014
    No clear coat.
     
  10. Michael Call

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    #135 Michael Call, Feb 18, 2014
    Both thanks will be removed and refurbished as necessary. New fuel hoses, pumps, filters, and gaskets will be installed at that time. It is necessary to remove the fuel tanks to properly re-attach the flares.
     
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    #136 Redlambo, Feb 18, 2014
    Michael I love the pictures and this thread, keep them coming.
    I am also very impressed by the thoroughness of your restoration.
    Keep up the good work, Vic.
     
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    #140 gt4me, Feb 20, 2014
    Looks great.
     
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    #141 EarlyCat, Feb 20, 2014
    Amazing improvement on the gauges!
     
  17. Jalpa_Mike

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    #142 Jalpa_Mike, Feb 20, 2014
    Beautiful work on the gauges! where did you have those done at? My speedometer needle also has that nice banana effect to it as well. :)
     
  18. Michael Call

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    #143 Michael Call, Feb 20, 2014
    Mike, "banana needles" are common to most Countachs with Jaeger gauges. I sent these instruments to Palo Alto Speedometer for refurbishment and service. MAJOR transformation.
    I was going to ask: Where do you get the LED lights for the instruments?
    BRGDS,
    Michael
     
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    #144 ken qv, Feb 20, 2014
    That was my next question... just to make sure, you had the needles changed right?
     
  20. Michael Call

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    #145 Michael Call, Feb 20, 2014
    Yes, they installed NEW needles :)
     
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    #146 Jalpa_Mike, Feb 20, 2014
    Perfect! Thanks for the recommendation!

    Mike
     
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    #148 rmolke85, Feb 20, 2014
    Great progress. This will certainly come out nice given your attention to detail on it.
     
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    #149 triple-x, Feb 21, 2014
    Wow those needles are nice!

    Your "bananas" weren't too bad. Mine are about the same I've seen much worse. I think ALL CT's have had banana needles at some point over the last 30 years.

    Did you have the smaller needles replaced or repainted?

    I had no idea that there was a sticker that reads "unleaded gasoline only" in that area.

    Did all 5000s have that?

    If that's original please take an up close picture and take measurements with a caliper so I can have my friend make you a brand new one.

    I'll have a few made just to have them. I'm also having the Vitaloni decals replicated.

    By the way Michael did you get my PM about the LED's? I have a few left over from my project that I would like you to have to see if you like them. Just make sure you have the correct ones.

    The only three LED's I would leave alone or replace with original bulbs is the reserve gas light the turn signal light & the low beam green light. The LED bulb is way too bright for the turn signal & low beam green lens, it WILL drive you nuts.

    Please PM me to let me know if you got the mailing address you requested from me for 3 weeks ago.

    I'll probably be off for a few days headed off to running of the bulls in the AM.
     
  25. BlueBiturbo

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    #150 BlueBiturbo, Feb 22, 2014
    How much PAS charge You to refurb all the speedometers ?
    I might send my LM002 instruments there.
    LEDs are nice :)
     
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