June Updates 2006
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- md_knight_rider
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June Updates 2006
I know we're 6 days into the month but I didn't see that anyone had started one yet.
I realize I've been gone from this board for a while, but I am happy to return. My car's still in the paint shop. The last time I was there it was still being prepped for paint and didn't really look all that different from the most recent photos on my website. Here are the last photos that I took before taking KITT to the paint shop.
That's a Yancy bumper, and it took alot of work to get to look that good. I would recommend going with http://www.wraithinnovations.com if you like the same "look" and a Yancy bumper but want something a bit stronger. I aslo have the front and rear deflectors ready to go on. The front ones came from Ken of Wraith Innovations...really nice work.
But I should be getting the car back this week and I'll get the pics out as soon as I take them. Best of luck to all.
I realize I've been gone from this board for a while, but I am happy to return. My car's still in the paint shop. The last time I was there it was still being prepped for paint and didn't really look all that different from the most recent photos on my website. Here are the last photos that I took before taking KITT to the paint shop.
That's a Yancy bumper, and it took alot of work to get to look that good. I would recommend going with http://www.wraithinnovations.com if you like the same "look" and a Yancy bumper but want something a bit stronger. I aslo have the front and rear deflectors ready to go on. The front ones came from Ken of Wraith Innovations...really nice work.
But I should be getting the car back this week and I'll get the pics out as soon as I take them. Best of luck to all.
Last edited by md_knight_rider on Tue Jun 20, 2006 3:37 pm, edited 1 time in total.
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I bonded the bumper to the fenders with high impact waterproof construction adhesive then bondo'ed the bumper wider then applied fiberglass mesh and resin to hold the fender and bumper together from the outside. The seam is covered by the mesh. I hope that it holds up for a while, but if it doesn't I plan to change to Wriath Innovations bumper later anyway. The results weren't that bad and I was pretty pleased. The guys at the body shop seem to think that my combination will hold up for a while, unless I hit it hard or I wreck it, but then I've got many more problems than just the bumper. I did alot of work to get that Yancy bumper to look good. I really wouldn't recommend this bumper to anyone, it just doesn't fit and it's thin and needs alot of support And, I wouldn't recommend tackling such a project to anyone without some knowledge of fiberglass working/finishing.
But, the proof is in the pudding, only time will tell, I remain hopeful.
But, the proof is in the pudding, only time will tell, I remain hopeful.
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This has been a productive month for me. I picked up my car from the paint shop today. I couldn't be more pleased.
More pictures will be on my website soon. I can't wait to get the interior rebuild started.
More pictures will be on my website soon. I can't wait to get the interior rebuild started.
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The covers were just off so that they could be painted. And yes, everybody at the body shop recognized the car. The owner asked me to bring it back when it was completed so that he could take a picture of it for his lobby. I agreed. Also the body guy took real good care of it, he said his first car was an '84, so this was nostalgic for him.
Also, today in 6 hours I was able to;
+ reinstall the rear hatch lifts
+ reinstall the rear spolier
+ install all 6 fog lights
+ attach my "KNIGHT" plate
+ reattach the taillights
+ reinstall the tag light
+ install the black out
+ reinstall all 4 of the marker lights
+ reattach the door handles
+ put on the Bowling Ball Hub Caps
I'll take picture tomorrow when it's light out.
Also, today in 6 hours I was able to;
+ reinstall the rear hatch lifts
+ reinstall the rear spolier
+ install all 6 fog lights
+ attach my "KNIGHT" plate
+ reattach the taillights
+ reinstall the tag light
+ install the black out
+ reinstall all 4 of the marker lights
+ reattach the door handles
+ put on the Bowling Ball Hub Caps
I'll take picture tomorrow when it's light out.
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June has been a productive month thus far. Now it's starting to look like K.I.T.T.
I also attached Ken's (Wraith Innovations) front deflectors, no pics yet 'cause I ran out of light.
I also attached Ken's (Wraith Innovations) front deflectors, no pics yet 'cause I ran out of light.
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J-Knight wrote:Looking Great Mate!
Do you have a Scanner yet?
Yeah. I have one of Brennon's (Lectric Enterprises). I'm thinking about leaving it off of the car for the inspection. I'll put it on later. I just don't want any problems to come up about it. If you check out my website, I had it installed before the car went to the paint shop, so that I could make any modifications to the bumper before it was painted. Thanks for the feedback.
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- 1ManCnMkeADffrnce2006
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I love how its coming along!!!
md_knight_rider, I love it, man I wish I could do something like that. It's looking real good, can't wait to see the completed product.
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CONGRATS!!!
I am incredibly impressed!! As someone very connected to the art of reconditioning, let me ask, how are you going to get the interior / seats? That seems to be the biggest problem I am running in to.
YOUR KITT looks amazing so far, and you deserve a hell of a lot of accolades...
YOUR KITT looks amazing so far, and you deserve a hell of a lot of accolades...
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Thats one nice looking replica mate. ive pretty much finished the exterior of mine this past week, got my bowling ball caps from the painters and put them straight on and took him for a spin with the t-tops off
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Re: CONGRATS!!!
I already have every piece need to put the interior back together. All of the trim is original to the car, just recolored. The PMD seats I got off of eBay, upholstery came from Hawks Third Gen Parts, the center console from the junk yard, steering wheel from eBay, and I'm leaving the stock dash/gauges for now until I can save up the money for the KITT dash. If you check out the two links below, my website shows the parts and the work I've done.Bri4Runner wrote:...let me ask, how are you going to get the interior / seats? That seems to be the biggest problem I am running in to...
http://www.mdknightrider.com/pictures5.html
http://www.mdknightrider.com/pictures6.html
Newcastle knight,
That is a really good looking car, nice job.
You can see the rest of my site at:
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Well, June was my most productive month and as the French would sat "Juste Finir" (I am finished). Check out the final product here.
http://www.mdknightrider.com/pictures13.html
Thanks to everyone who help with advice, answers, and technical help. Gotta go, I'm going DRIVING!!! "KITT pick me up!"
See you at the Nationals...
http://www.mdknightrider.com/pictures13.html
Thanks to everyone who help with advice, answers, and technical help. Gotta go, I'm going DRIVING!!! "KITT pick me up!"
See you at the Nationals...
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Great Job! =D
Now dont forget to put your registered plate back on. Im sure you dont want to get pulled over for tags that expired 20 years ago.
Now dont forget to put your registered plate back on. Im sure you dont want to get pulled over for tags that expired 20 years ago.
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TurbomanKnight wrote:Great Job! =D
Now dont forget to put your registered plate back on. Im sure you dont want to get pulled over for tags that expired 20 years ago.
LOL
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Excellent Job!
Excellent Job Md, would love to see you with your car just to see the brillant brains behind all the work!
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Video
Your video was very well done too, I love how you did your "Knight" time version.
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WHOA!!!Fantastic job,MD!Great video clips.Makes me want to buy some lotto tickets...
p.s.:Just curious,do you live close to Hunt Valley?Because every July at the Hunt Valley Inn there is the Shore Leave Convention;it's primarily a Star Trek convention but all the sci-fi/fantasy genres are represented in some way.If you were to pull up to the main entrance in your replica,you would be a certified hit.Pic requests galore(and an opportunity for you to add some unique photos to your site*imagine Darth Vader trying to use his"bathroom"*)!This year it's 7/7-7/9.I'll be there with friends.If this does not interest you in the slightest,please disregard my wishful thinking.
p.s.:Just curious,do you live close to Hunt Valley?Because every July at the Hunt Valley Inn there is the Shore Leave Convention;it's primarily a Star Trek convention but all the sci-fi/fantasy genres are represented in some way.If you were to pull up to the main entrance in your replica,you would be a certified hit.Pic requests galore(and an opportunity for you to add some unique photos to your site*imagine Darth Vader trying to use his"bathroom"*)!This year it's 7/7-7/9.I'll be there with friends.If this does not interest you in the slightest,please disregard my wishful thinking.
If only I had a nickel for every time someone cut me off on the parkway and wished for a Turbo-Boost or Micro-jammer...