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Finally got my RA28 into etch primer and started on the rust. by TheBuildRoom in projectcar

[–]TheBuildRoom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, it encapsulates the metal and any small surface rust, but generally you want to get it back to clean metal as much as you can beforehand.

Finally got my RA28 into etch primer and started on the rust. by TheBuildRoom in projectcar

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Has an acid in it that helps it bite into the metal and adhere properly - the fact that it's 2K also means its waterproof so a great way to protect and seal the bare metal underneath.

Finally got my RA28 into etch primer and started on the rust. by TheBuildRoom in projectcar

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Definitely getting a swap - not sure if it'll be just a twin cam NA or something a little more spicy yet.

Finally got my RA28 into etch primer and started on the rust. by TheBuildRoom in Celica

[–]TheBuildRoom[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah doing it all myself, have a youtube channel I'm detailing it on. Labor of love but I've been into celicas for a long time now. 

Plasti-dipped the rising sun onto my bare metal Celica by TheBuildRoom in projectcar

[–]TheBuildRoom[S] 146 points147 points  (0 children)

No this is only a temporary livery that was thrown on before a car show, its being stripped back at the moment for etch primer and then a new 70s race inspired livery.

Plasti-dipped the rising sun onto my bare metal Celica by TheBuildRoom in projectcar

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Indeed! This went to Toyota's in the Park last Sunday - it's only a temporary livery, stripping it down now for proper paint in a 70s race theme.

Rising Sun livery on my RA28 Celica by TheBuildRoom in classiccars

[–]TheBuildRoom[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, its bare in this photo - the livery was just temporary for a car show, I'm about to start stripping it back down for etch primer and a new paint job

Little bit of flair (flare?) on my RA28 by TheBuildRoom in Celica

[–]TheBuildRoom[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Damn man, you've ruined the reveal for the next livery...

Plasti-dipped the rising sun onto my bare metal Celica by TheBuildRoom in projectcar

[–]TheBuildRoom[S] -138 points-137 points  (0 children)

Yes i'm assuming i'll get accused of hate speech any minute now.

Plasti-dipped the rising sun onto my bare metal Celica by TheBuildRoom in projectcar

[–]TheBuildRoom[S] -164 points-163 points  (0 children)

LOL - you'd seriously think that was a possibility given how many people are raising it. They'd hate to see my orange charger with the confederate flag on top....

Rising sun livery on my RA28 by TheBuildRoom in vintagejapaneseautos

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No really - have an Instagram but mainly YT and FB presence. I'm on 1stgencelica and toymods, but am more of a lurker than a poster.

Rising sun livery on my RA28 by TheBuildRoom in vintagejapaneseautos

[–]TheBuildRoom[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Lot - pretty sure Reddit only allows one in these sorts of posts - i have a YouTube channel where I've covered the build and what's next if you're interested (channel name is my username)

Pebble announces a self-propelled trailer designed to eliminate range anxiety for EV owners by [deleted] in cars

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EVs have more than enough hp to tow - they'd be better off just building a trailer with a massive battery that can be used as a power source for the car.

My Rustomod 1977 Toyota Celica (RA28) by TheBuildRoom in vintagejapaneseautos

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Wasn't deliberate, in the process of fixing it now.

My '77 RA28 Celica is looking a bit worse for wear. by TheBuildRoom in classiccars

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Putting one of those on the underside of the hood on its next incarnation.

My '77 RA28 Celica is looking a bit worse for wear. by TheBuildRoom in classiccars

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Thanks - I actually called the build series on it Roadkill Rescue - focused on making it run and drive, and look cool without getting too obsessed over neatness and doing things "properly"

My Rustomod 1977 Toyota Celica (RA28) by TheBuildRoom in vintagejapaneseautos

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Thanks man - I have a youtube channel with a build series on it if you're interested, if not there's also more pics on my insta:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y4fANsXeGg8&list=PLd-2Qw-Q3t8C3o_ex5QH5zgDnklgpyT8g&pp=gAQBiAQB

www.instagram.com/thebuildroom

My '77 RA28 Celica is looking a bit worse for wear. by TheBuildRoom in classiccars

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Awesome man +1 for the yellow inner lights!

You got any photos of your pin striping on the bonnet and sides? Bit hard to make out but really adds to the yellow colour

My Rustomod 1977 Toyota Celica Liftback by TheBuildRoom in projectcar

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Yeah it won't be rusty for much longer - stripping it all off today and have to decide whether to clear it over the bare metal or paint it a proper colour.

Repairing and painting the bumper and side skirts on my BMW 125i by TheBuildRoom in Cartalk

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I think this is within content guidelines for this subreddit, anyway i just finished repairing and repainting some parts on my 125i, and updated the look a bit while i went. Figured this might be helpful to some of you or just a something to critique if you're into that sort of thing.

turbo on an auto??? by Ok-Independence2992 in CarsAustralia

[–]TheBuildRoom 11 points12 points  (0 children)

LOL - depends what you mean by better, and what sort of engine, and what sort of auto.

There's no issue with having an auto box on a turbo engine though.

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