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  1. gt bandit

    1968 Brakes

    Hi , has anyone used the SS flexible front disc brake hoses on their special ??? I accidentally stripped the brass fitting on mine recently - yeah i know - should have taken more care , but its in a bugger of a spot to do up. I only ask , because i see that you can buy the SS flexible sets...
  2. gt bandit

    1968 AT / Shifter - help please

    :eek: Hi I am in desperate need of some help from the gang in LA. I purchased this fantastic Shelby style console to upgrade my old console in the special - I love the special , but I am always happy to make small modifications to suit my self. However here lies the dilemma - the shifter...
  3. gt bandit

    Transmission suppliers in California

    Hi all I am looking for an experienced reliable C6 FE Auto transmission supplier who does not require exchange in the California area - Any help greatly appreciated - especially any web links thanks Shaun
  4. gt bandit

    Help Please --------

    Hi crew - please review the pictures below and advise if you know who might sell these grommets. They were spread across my engine bay securing the corrugated conduit containing my electrical harness. I know this is not original , this doesn't concern me. I cannot find these bullet type...
  5. gt bandit

    Ghost Stripes ??????

    Hi , We had our local MOCWA annul show and Shine today and i spotted another CS (Black , with red interior - Lucas lights , C code) he explained to me that he had Ghost striping , that during the day you could hardly see it - but at night it turned Gold and in pictures you could see it was...
  6. gt bandit

    Stripe Opinion - purists "warning you may be offended"

    Hi all , I have had my CS painted and removed all the custom striping - which i did like because it was very subdued but still let every know it was a CS. I have arranged for a red stripe kit to match the interior . But i really am keen to look at other options. Has anyone tried putting a...
  7. gt bandit

    OZ - CS changes hands

    Hi crew , A long term aussie J code CS has recently changed hands for $34k AUD. It has been converted to RHD. http://www.californiaspecial.com/forums/vbpicgallery.php?do=view&g=95 It was an internal club sale But , probably a little undervalue - sale completed in 10 days roughly shaun
  8. gt bandit

    Brake Bling

    Hi , anyone recommend a vendor of a polished Master Cylinder other than SSBC billet version , which is very nice but a little expensive. Or any other ideas to bling up that area of my engine bay ?? I need a Power Disc/Drum unit any help greatly appreciated :icon_ecst shaun
  9. gt bandit

    Ca - Cs

    Anyone hear know anything about this one ????? http://www.cars-on-line.com/34109.html
  10. gt bandit

    W-OZ All ford day

    Hi crew, Here is a link to some shots of our local all ford day. Unfortunately NO CS , not even mine due to a dispute with the my current painter !!! check them out anyway - http://www.flickr.com/photos/8974241@N08/sets/72157602759376430/show/
  11. gt bandit

    $$$$$ 2008 Cs

    Okay , for all the late model crew - i want to add a 2008 CS to my stable. What sort of discount to the MSRP should i aim for , I want to deal through Galpin in LA but they are a little overzealous o there pricing IMHO. also my mate here in OZ is also looking to buy 2008 GT500 but we are...
  12. gt bandit

    california car shows this weekend

    Crew I fly back into LA this weekend and was wondering if anyone new of any car shows happening this weekend. ?????????????? Gotta kill the weekend before flying out monday night back to OZ. Excess baggage is going to hate me :grin: :grin: shaun
  13. gt bandit

    Amazing Find !!

    Crew , recently i decided to sand blast the engine bay of my car to make it look sweet. The sand blaster told me to remove my floor mats to avoid trying to vacuum sand out of them that might come through any uncovered holes in the firewall. :cry: So i duly did as i was told , after removing...
  14. gt bandit

    Console resto

    Hello , Anyone here restored the console, i have DK red interior and i would like to try and get the color tones to match a little better than they are today. The Vinyl top is really dark and the plastic base is lighter. Any ideas how ? I have seen interior paint advertised - does this work...
  15. gt bandit

    Left side rear lights

    Hello , i recently replaced my brake switch and fitted a Mini Tach Now i have NO lights on my L/H rear assembly. I have lost all Brake, Tail and indicator lights. Any Ideas what i have done ????? need help urgently please . shaun
  16. gt bandit

    Metro Parts Market

    Anyone used this supplier ? need to know how reliable they are shaun
  17. gt bandit

    brake / turn signal Help needed

    Hello All, Today i began installing my mini tach , this lead to more investigation as my short term jobs on the muzzy always do !!. I need help firstly , can you buy the Brake light extension wiring harness - see attached photo - it appears at one point there was a little overheating which...
  18. gt bandit

    X code -Nebraska

    seen this on Cars online http://www.cars-on-line.com/31313.html wish they had left it the orginal colour :undecided :undecided
  19. gt bandit

    R code CS question

    Hello , can anyone tell me if the R code Calspecials have reinforced shock towers ? Is there any other reinforcing that R code cars have in 1968? thanks shaun
  20. gt bandit

    12 months to cruise USA

    Hello All , looking for advice on travelling the USA for 12 months , trying to weigh up the best options. Was thinking rental of a small RV (just 2 adults and a 1 yr old) Buying an RV and reselling at end of trip. buying a car and using Super 8 motels (haven't done any RV stuff before)...
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