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Discussion in 'General Maverick/Comet' started by Mavaholic, Feb 7, 2005.

  1. Rick Book

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  2. Sam M.

    Sam M. Just a nobody

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    Dennis, I think this is going to be a fantastic project, and judging from your previous work, I have no doubt that you can pull it off. I've always wanted a Mav convertible myself but could never come to grips with having a car with no top at all. One thing is for sure, after it's done, you'll have no trouble buying convertible top parts and gaskets and stuff like that. Using a Mustang is smart as there's so much available for them. Good luck and keep us posted!

    Sam :)
     
  3. PART-TIME

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    Good luck, my man. What do you do in your spare time?
     
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    CornedBeef4.6L no longer here

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    Dennis,


    I am sure you thought of this alreafy but a Roll Bar would be a nice touch;)
    Keep us posted. As of yet I am not that ambitious, but someday maybe. Hell I keep putting off that Rack and pinion build:rolleyes: (after the round up guys I promise)
    Good Luck and keep all of your fellow "mavaholics" posted:)
     
  5. Mavaholic

    Mavaholic Growing older but not up!

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    Thats a very good point and definately crossed my mind. Everything is reproduced for these tops which also makes it much cheaper this way.
     
  6. John B

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    Mavaholic,

    I admire your courage in taking on this project. Best wishes. It should be a real encouragement to the rest of us to push the envelope a little bit harder. John B.
     
  7. papawdarrell

    papawdarrell papawdarrell

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    I'm both amazed and jealous of the talents many of ya'll have:bowdown:
    Heck I was proud of myself for just putting in a heater core and blower motor.
    Good luck on the convertable, can't wait to watch the progress and finally the finished product!!!(y)
     
  8. NICK DOMINICK

    NICK DOMINICK MCCI Virginia State rep.

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    Dennis, I have to get over to your house!!!!! Not sure if I'm working this Saturday yet. Let me know when you were planning on cutting up the '70.
     
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    I was speechless when I first saw the post this morning...I still am.:mg:
    If anyone can pull it off you can:smash: ...You Da Man.
     
  10. Earl Branham

    Earl Branham Certified Old Fart

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    Dan; I am anxious to hear the negotiations you try to get that 'vert!!!!! Sounds like a spectator sport to me.
     
  11. ford84stepside

    ford84stepside Lone Wolf

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    I'm speechless! :hmmm: Looking forward to seeing end results :cool: Too big a job for me! :bowdown: You've certainly got a creative mind! :yippee:
     
  12. Mavaholic

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    How about a Sprint convertible? The green one is the one that will be converted.
     

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  13. rayzorsharp

    rayzorsharp I "AM" a Maverick!

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    :clap: Damn Dennis, that looks so good I vote for doing the Sprint!!! (y)
     
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    Very cool, about time someone decided to try this!(y)
     
  15. Thack

    Thack vision advicator

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    WOW that's great dennis, looks like you have a good start.
     

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