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Old Jun 5, 2013 | 08:16 AM
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Looking Good

Glad you bolted the visor. Mine has no bolts and haven't had any trouble but in the back of your mind......... When is the paint date?

Boydie Back in the Saddle.........................



Originally Posted by Benjiwah
Well here is a bit more progress on the visor. I heeded the advice of my wiser chevyhhr.net buddies and mechanically fastening it to roof. That meant I had to bite the bullet and remove the head-liner...which was far easier than I thought it would be. Getting it reinstalled will probably be another story...lol
It is bolted down at the outer edges just above the A-pillars and in the middle under the antenna. I plan on using 3M tape across the entire width front and rear after it's painted. I think my air relief channels are working as planned because it withstood about an hour of 65 mph driving today with just the three fastened points and no tape! :)
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Old Jun 5, 2013 | 08:25 AM
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Looking mighty spiffy Ben!

Don't fret re-installing the headliner, just think of it as an opportunity for further mods, like maybe dual sunroofs.
Old Jun 5, 2013 | 10:44 AM
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Thanks Radco, Boydie, & Mike!!!

Boydie,
I have no tentative paint date yet...too uncertain on when I will have my work done to commit to an appointment yet.

Mike,
I want to do something cool to the roof...time will tell
Old Jun 5, 2013 | 10:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Benjiwah
Thanks Radco, Boydie, & Mike!!!

Boydie,
I have no tentative paint date yet...too uncertain on when I will have my work done to commit to an appointment yet.

Mike,
I want to do something cool to the roof...time will tell
I thought you might have a few more rabbits to pull out of the hat Ben.
Old Jun 5, 2013 | 03:06 PM
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Yeah Mike, I have a lot of changes planned. I just hope I can accomplish them in a decent amount of time.
Old Jun 5, 2013 | 04:03 PM
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Ben the ride is looking SWEET!!!!
Old Jun 5, 2013 | 08:11 PM
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Thanks Radco!!! I just wish I had more free time. It has seemed to be real slow going lately.
Old Jun 5, 2013 | 09:20 PM
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There is no hurry on such a project , Don't rush it . Take the time you need , It is a piece of art that will be done when it's done. perfection is an art not rushed.

Old Jun 6, 2013 | 06:58 AM
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Thanks Batman!!! I Really Appreciate your point of view...especially considering the fine work you've done to your ride!!!
Old Jun 6, 2013 | 08:34 AM
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Wise words from The Batman, the only time limits are those you impose upon yourself.

As you well know Ben....the creative process can't be rushed.



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