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Title: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 26 May 2012, 12:28:32
Started out in life like this Standard GLS spec with the later CD wheels
(http://s16.postimage.org/b0rbvvwyd/GLS.jpg)
(http://s8.postimage.org/g89iteamt/GLS_2.jpg)

Then i fitted the Elite wheels From RobG then a week later the adjuster failed in the headlights so consequently MOT time it was a no no. So i thought sod it time for the HID upgrade and front fogs. I had to remove the front end so when my Dad (Courier Driver just easier  ;D :D) went to collect the HID headlights and fogs when he got back i could throw them in and get it back to Re-MOT it.

(http://s8.postimage.org/nw10pfyol/omega_no_front_end.jpg)

All Back together Tax'd and MOT  :)

(http://s7.postimage.org/4ya1ulhwb/IMAG0206.jpg)

And now the tweaking starts granted ive still got stupid things to do e.g. The Previous owner fitted uprated rear springs to fit a towbar and never fitted the towbar so consequently it rides like a dragster(I finally found this out) :-\

So Black headlights and De-Badged
(http://s16.postimage.org/jfl78kj2t/IMAG0253.jpg)
(http://s17.postimage.org/xaarj0v4v/IMAG0255.jpg)

(thanks to my Mrs shes dropped my phone and cracked the camera lens and the crack goes right through the middle it still takes pictures just cloudy)

and this is what she looks like now

(http://s15.postimage.org/mqz8pu6gr/IMAG0282.jpg)
(http://s9.postimage.org/nrl5fbnmn/IMAG0283.jpg)
(http://s16.postimage.org/owhn86glx/IMAG0284.jpg)

Future things are

Bodywork in Gamlingay for the horrible scuff on the Passenger side
Aluminium/White Pearl Centre console/Gearstick surround/Door Trims by Me
Pro-Drive Spoiler from Twiglet
Cream Leather Conversion from PaulCDX
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: omega3000 on 26 May 2012, 12:40:18
Nice job done  :y I kinda like that jack up look on the arches .. :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: b4ndit on 26 May 2012, 12:49:19
Looking good :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: x25dt on 26 May 2012, 14:51:20
Looks nice :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Dishevelled Den on 26 May 2012, 17:36:12
 Looking very good indeed Sam well done, although it's still a wee bit high at the rear for my taste but then, that's just me - don't pay me no never mind. :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Johnny English on 26 May 2012, 18:31:09
Well done Sam, lets go for it!  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: PAULCDX on 26 May 2012, 19:40:55
Looking good Sam,  :y

See you on the 10th hopefully for the interior change over   ;)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: flyer 0712 on 26 May 2012, 21:15:30
Looking good doing it well  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 16 June 2012, 14:47:32
UPDATE ON PROGRESS

Last sunday up to Wolverhampton to PaulCDX's to do the interior swap so she went from Cloth to Cream Leather
Before
(http://s17.postimage.org/td7r5k4xr/IMAG0258.jpg)
After
(http://s14.postimage.org/3rqh8lbdt/DSC00823.jpg)
Before
(http://s13.postimage.org/6jci7hljb/IMAG0257.jpg)
After
(http://s16.postimage.org/r0k4x258l/DSC00824.jpg)


Right update car back from bodywork after prang with Sainsburys arctic and she also has the ProDrive Boot spoiler on (Thanks Twiglet) next job MV6 Springs to get back end down.

(http://s17.postimage.org/u55tr0jr3/IMAG0311.jpg)
(http://s18.postimage.org/5cql94fjt/IMAG0313.jpg)
(http://s18.postimage.org/vovjer54p/IMAG0314.jpg)
(http://s18.postimage.org/dr67x7gl5/IMAG0316.jpg)

Will keep you guys up to date  :D
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: x25dt on 16 June 2012, 14:59:48
Nice upgrade :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: blackviper90210 on 16 June 2012, 15:15:08
Looks really good Sam :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Dishevelled Den on 16 June 2012, 17:06:48
Things are coming along very nicely Sam - well done. :y

I'll look forward to seeing the result following the installation of the new springs. :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Nick27 on 16 June 2012, 18:31:00
well done Sam!! :y :y nice upgrade to your car...good luck with the springs....I would like to know if your existing springs are in good condition and are you thinking to sell them ::)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 16 June 2012, 21:16:11
Do you really want springs that put the high about 4 Inches higher than the front?!?!?!
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: albitz on 16 June 2012, 22:09:42
Theres something definitely very wrong with how the rear is sitting Sam. :-\
Car is nicely improved apart from that though.Leather interior makes so much difference. :y
Actually,very similar upgrades to the ones Ive done to my CD. Very satisfying when its all done. :y


P.S Really need to paint those headlight washers. ;)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Webby the Bear on 18 June 2012, 12:29:18
That rear is very high. Hopefully the new springs will sort that. What springs do you have at the moment out of interest for the back to be that high?

Other than that looks awesome and I love the cream interior!
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Raymienets on 18 June 2012, 16:15:58
Lovely car well done
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 18 June 2012, 16:18:33
Quote
What springs do you have at the moment out of interest for the back to be that high?

Im not sure they dont have any writing on at all just a weird symbol so there not genuine

 :-\
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: PAULCDX on 18 June 2012, 22:18:32
Well done Sam  :y

Hope you are enjoying the leather mate  ;)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Brikhead on 18 June 2012, 22:27:49
Looks good Sam, that interior contrasts nicely against the dark exterior.
 :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: PAULCDX on 18 June 2012, 22:31:17
Defo looks better is Sam's car rather than mine  ;D

Glad we swopped over in the end  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 18 June 2012, 22:33:11
Thanks guys for the Comments and yes agreed it looks the dogs dangilies compared to the cloth in mine  :y couldnt done it without you guys Thanks again Rich, Dave, Paul and Dan for his rusty bolt input lol  :D
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: PAULCDX on 18 June 2012, 22:37:52
No Problem Sam, we had a great day didn't we  :y

My car is being finished off tomw by Dave and Rich and then she will be back on the road July,  ;)  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: cam2502 on 21 June 2012, 12:42:36
Nice looking omega there fella. The spoiler on the boot makes a huge difference. :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 22 June 2012, 17:06:16
Much improved  :y :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 26 June 2012, 18:19:58
:y UPDATE ON PROGRESS :y

Okay Ive decided on the 'Wood be Gone' method but decided to have a play at work thanks to joshwyatt i managed to get an identical replica of my dash.

Here are the dash's at the minute

(http://s15.postimage.org/nqpqdp1dn/IMAG0329.jpg)

wood be gone and BOOM! here is my dash now after a little plastic additive and ScotchBrite
(Aluminium with White Pearl flip - Same as Dash)

(http://s14.postimage.org/5iot604u9/IMAG0331.jpg)

Im very pleased how its came out as in the right light it flips from Silver Aluminium to White Pearl so looks good. it also has a High Gloss Scratch resistent Clearcoat which makes it stand out that little bit more

(http://s13.postimage.org/n6rsirr7r/IMAG0332.jpg)

But decided to carry on the trend on a TEST ITEM  ::)
Here is my Climate Control Panel as Standard as we all know

(http://s13.postimage.org/k55lmk3gn/IMAG0330.jpg)

But decided to give it ago so i broke it down had to give it a good hard rub down with different varitations of ScotchBrite to remove the matt coating ontop of the plastic. Once i did this i Primered it with one of my companies products which flatens any pits, groves or inperfections Good stuff :y and then My Ali and Pearl MIX as top coat then the Clearcoat to finish. NOW!! it looks like this

(http://s17.postimage.org/v2yuua0un/IMAG0334.jpg)

... Now it looks good granted but not brilliant I Reckon if i hadnt keyed the Primer after it dried it could of had a lovely smooth finish it looks good but close up you can tell ive gone HARDCORE on it  ::) but in the two lines next to the Twist buttons/knobs and the two lines in the middle made it looked hurrendous but i scratch the silver out so its back down to the Black plastic which made it look 100X better

SO.. I decided to build it up anyways just to see what it looked like so follow me down lol

Here is the Black Screen back into place.
(http://s16.postimage.org/d80t8vted/IMAG0335.jpg)

In with the Buttons!.. (Now i Sourced this from joshwyatt as well and the buttons are worn amasing what a little black pen can do for the camera  ::) ::) :D But when i fit it ill fit the buttons and electrics from my original in the car.)

(http://s13.postimage.org/afe2vmydj/IMAG0336.jpg)

In with the Twist Knobs..

(http://s18.postimage.org/hau4x12ux/IMAG0337.jpg)

And now Finally fitted into the Sprayed dash  :y
(I need to spray the Cigerette Lighter section if anyone has one spare??? let me know)

(http://s18.postimage.org/h0r7rfdmh/IMAG0338.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: mrgrumpy88 on 26 June 2012, 19:34:28
looks great gives me ideas just to scared to strip mine down lol.  :y :y :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: x25dt on 26 June 2012, 20:25:19
Looks different  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 26 June 2012, 21:04:47
Piece of p*ss you cant break anything unless youve got HULK hands lol :D ;D
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: omega3000 on 26 June 2012, 21:30:42
Good job  :y Im thinking of re-doing mine a dark silver , you probably seen my post when i did mine ...now ive removed the panel and ashtray before it will be a lot easier to do the second time and the other excuse to remove the panel is that one of the bulbs has stopped working  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 27 June 2012, 08:39:21
Well there you go then EMD theres reasons for ripping it apart now then  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: omega3000 on 27 June 2012, 19:43:12
Not today though , very humid  :( Pearl spray paint ive never used but like the idea  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 27 June 2012, 20:03:00
a white Blue pearl is very nice be my next omega i think  ::)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: MV6Matt on 28 June 2012, 07:11:55
Love the difference that it makes - good for you!

Will you do the gear lever surround and the door trims too?

Great work!

Matthew :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 28 June 2012, 08:09:04
MV6 MATT two great minds think alike i was waiting the arrival of a couple of interior bits and the the surroundd door trims and other little bits will get sprayed :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: MV6Matt on 28 June 2012, 13:04:24
Hey Sam,

I'm really enjoying the way you (and EMD) are making your Migs well and truely your own! :)
I think it's so lovely to see creativity and trying stuff out on the forum. :y

I will be trying something similar myself (when I get round to it!  ::)) and have a number of options to consider.
Your creativity is an inspiration! :y :y

Matthew
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Kendo1690 on 29 June 2012, 11:14:08
Interior upgrade looks sweet... :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 30 June 2012, 15:55:13
Small Interior Update

Just had my bits from RobG delivered and fitted them asap got to take the Wood effect cigarette lighter/rubbish compartment to work and spray them the same as the other bits
Before

(http://s11.postimage.org/b3e8o5mv7/IMAG0329.jpg)

After

(http://s16.postimage.org/8nlffkdb9/DSC00829.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 30 June 2012, 18:24:50
Mini Update Part 2

Invested in these after a browse on Ebay didnt cost much had to cut them down to fit but with a bit of High Heat resistent Silicone/Glue stuff it looks great
(http://s8.postimage.org/tofgwfqcl/DSC00835.jpg)
(http://s13.postimage.org/4ltx0uhsn/DSC00834.jpg)
(http://s16.postimage.org/pau597m5h/DSC00831.jpg)
(http://s15.postimage.org/krvosx8ez/DSC00833.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: blackviper90210 on 30 June 2012, 18:33:27
Looking good Sam :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 30 June 2012, 18:43:47
Hi Dave yer looking better i went to pick up my MV6 Springs today but one of them was broke at the bottom :-\ :-\ so i brought a set of elite rear springs to hopefully get it to standard so hopefully be attempting that tommorow :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: blackviper90210 on 30 June 2012, 18:46:54
Excellent mate!   Don't forget to put before & after pictures up though :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 30 June 2012, 18:50:48
I Think everyone on here knows how high my rear end sits now you could park another omega in that gap! lol  ;D ;D :D
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: RobG on 30 June 2012, 19:09:59
Quote from: Sam Burton on 30 June 2012, 18:43:47
Hi Dave yer looking better i went to pick up my MV6 Springs today but one of them was broke at the bottom :-\ :-\ so i brought a set of elite rear springs to hopefully get it to standard so hopefully be attempting that tommorow :y
Too soft Sam
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 30 June 2012, 19:14:40
He said when he gets the rear MV6 springs sorted hell let me know but untill then im sure theyll do  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: flyer 0712 on 30 June 2012, 23:39:31
Looking just great  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: x25dt on 01 July 2012, 22:09:08
Very nice :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 03 July 2012, 18:57:52
Dashboard Update

Right guys ive sprayed the last piece of the centre console which is the cigerette lighter compartment cover same as the rest and then clearcoated like the rest looks good

(http://s14.postimage.org/b6aw89za9/Silver_9.jpg)
(http://s10.postimage.org/5nokdxqix/Silver_11.jpg)
Granted its not the best finish on either end but i was worried about it building up to much on the ends so just decided to leave it as most of the time you cant see it anyway

Now fit time  :o :) :y

BEFORE
(http://s18.postimage.org/qjizl4921/1_Wood_2.jpg)
After i pulled the Wood effect Centre Console out i transferred the decent buttons into the Silver unit and decided to remove the Red inner translucent layer to change the climate control lights from yellow to Blue/Green so here it is fully re-assembled
AFTER
(http://s7.postimage.org/7acog1n9n/Silver_13.jpg)
(http://s13.postimage.org/pvbio9etj/Silver_14.jpg)
(http://s13.postimage.org/6jz5p5gef/Silver_15.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: cam2502 on 04 July 2012, 09:19:26
What a difference the silver makes. It looks fresh and modern compared to the plasticky wood. Well done :y :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: 0795omega on 04 July 2012, 10:10:41
the dark of the radio running through the middle sets it off all the more,well done!
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Kendo1690 on 04 July 2012, 12:41:08
Looks spot on... :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: cam2502 on 04 July 2012, 13:14:31
Quote from: 0795omega on 04 July 2012, 10:10:41
the dark of the radio running through the middle sets it off all the more,well done!


Agreed! :y I reckon there's a bit of cash to be made here fella. If I still had my omega I would def want the silver.
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: omega3000 on 04 July 2012, 16:25:14
Very nice , silver it is with a bit of pearl  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far (All Members please looks input needed)
Post by: Sam Burton on 04 July 2012, 20:18:01
Hi Guys im still in the progress stages with the awful wood gear surround but i have a couple of questions i need some help with because im in two minds
look above for poll  ;)

And also im in two minds about the Door Card Trims,

1. Spray Silver/White Pearl same as the Centre Console
2. Spray a Unusual colour e.g. TVR Blue Green Flip
or
3. Wait till i get the Facelift DTi Estate and Do whole interior TVR Blue/Green Flip
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: MV6Matt on 11 July 2012, 07:11:26
Sam,
Continue with the silver, I'm liking it very much. :y

Matthew
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 11 July 2012, 17:32:47
UPDATE ON SILVER/PEARL CONVERSION

Right guys havent had chance to do the radio face as im still in two minds about it but here is the Gear surround all done and refitted
(http://s17.postimage.org/6n9800g1r/IMG00016_20120711_1655.jpg)
(http://s13.postimage.org/xsn3nb9uf/IMG00017_20120711_1655.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: cem_devecioglu on 11 July 2012, 20:16:26
Quote from: cam2502 on 04 July 2012, 09:19:26
What a difference the silver makes. It looks fresh and modern compared to the plasticky wood. Well done :y :y

+1 :y :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: omega3000 on 12 July 2012, 15:29:42
Quote from: cem on 11 July 2012, 20:16:26
Quote from: cam2502 on 04 July 2012, 09:19:26
What a difference the silver makes. It looks fresh and modern compared to the plasticky wood. Well done :y :y

+1 :y :y

+ 2  :y :y

Now to rip mine to bits again  ;D :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 22 July 2012, 22:26:02
Mini Update

I decided to go with the majority vote and spray the front of the Stereo face Ali/Pearl and it came up really nice and i like it now its fitted i was unsure at the time but now im glad i done it  :y
Before
(http://s18.postimage.org/6bldrqe61/IMG00016_20120711_1655.jpg)
After spray
(http://s7.postimage.org/8cemxcz3v/IMG00021_20120719_1250.jpg)
With buttons back in
(http://s12.postimage.org/s27ksuist/IMG00024_20120719_1540.jpg)
After
(http://s10.postimage.org/7ro32fxop/IMG00025_20120719_1540.jpg)
And a Quick clean up  :)
(http://s15.postimage.org/bpq4yz80r/2012_07_21_11_49_22.jpg)
(http://s15.postimage.org/fndeoduu3/2012_07_21_11_48_18.jpg)
(http://s17.postimage.org/71iesnhrz/2012_07_21_11_48_32.jpg)
(http://s8.postimage.org/o923u4rr9/2012_07_21_11_48_43.jpg)
(http://s11.postimage.org/a3vaejdw3/2012_07_21_11_48_54.jpg)
 :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: markrnorton on 23 July 2012, 08:08:12
thats looking very tidy, i like the stereo facia, classy look.
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: omega3000 on 23 July 2012, 14:35:43
Lovely job done  8)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: x25dt on 23 July 2012, 18:19:50
Nice, love the yellow calipers :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: kevin xf on 04 August 2012, 09:28:21
Very nice mate..  What polish do u use?  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: paul.lovejoy on 05 August 2012, 10:57:36
looks excellent Sam pics are great very interesting :y :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 05 August 2012, 15:32:27
Right Gents time for a quick update,

Ive been busy for the last couple of weeks but ive finally got round to finishing the miggy Silver Conversion so here she is.

Before
(http://s15.postimage.org/rz2xsm10r/DSC00827.jpg)
After
(http://s11.postimage.org/rl5yrjyqr/IMAG0006.jpg)
(http://s8.postimage.org/nsr50mpv9/IMAG0007.jpg)

Before
(http://s11.postimage.org/pkoly7hcz/DSC00824.jpg)
After
(http://s10.postimage.org/h7m6ia52x/IMAG0008.jpg)

Take a look at the Front bumper beause hopefully itll be the last time its on the front of my DTi, as im getting the MV6 Sprayed next week and hopefully fitted by next weekend
(http://s14.postimage.org/87opg9dkx/IMAG0010.jpg)
Unfortunatly its missing the towing eye cover so unless anyone on here has one spare theyre willing to sell im going to Fibre Glass the back and fill it just make it look complete, as you can see ive stripped it down ready for the respray ive just got to clean it and as you can see its a right peach of a bumper at the minute lol
(http://s10.postimage.org/s12via14p/IMAG0011.jpg)
So untill my next post feel free to comment  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: paul.lovejoy on 05 August 2012, 15:53:31
i like my pastic wood but i am an old fart but looks the nuts mate very nice job your making of that car love the cream leather too :y :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: kevin xf on 05 August 2012, 17:18:33
Looks brilliant mate.  :)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Olympia5776 on 05 August 2012, 20:22:19
I didn't think I'd like it silver but have to say it does look factory and suits the car very well . :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: omega3000 on 05 August 2012, 21:36:04
Very nice ... like the dash silver  :) You have the best colour car too  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: flyer 0712 on 09 August 2012, 22:36:07
Love the dash and controls..not too keen on the doors being silver..but i can see why you did them the same..lot of work but looks good..well done matey. :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: MV6Matt on 12 August 2012, 19:54:28
Quote from: kevin xf on 05 August 2012, 17:18:33
Looks brilliant mate.  :)

What he said! :y :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: markrnorton on 14 August 2012, 12:46:50
With all these positive comments you could start a business  ;)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: JimE on 17 August 2012, 10:54:09
That looks great, I wish i was brave enough to try it! Would like to do mine in a darker colour to blend in more with the dark gray leather. Maybe I'll have a go one day...
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 18 August 2012, 12:15:26
Right Small Update.

Im still in process of sorting the MV6 Bumper but had one or two hiccups.

What ive done in the mean time (I've been meaning to do and other members have said numerous times) I've mop polished the Standard front bumper as the paint was lifting and i need to pro-long it being on since the MV6 is taking longer than expected. ANDDDDDDD i've finally sprayed the headlight washer covers  8) :) :y
BEFORE
(http://s11.postimage.org/k5jk7zh8j/P1010580.jpg)
AFTERGranted it needs a clean but too hot today down my way
(http://s12.postimage.org/dbw2mb4u5/IMAG0028.jpg)
(http://s11.postimage.org/8gk5xrfnn/IMAG0029.jpg)
(http://s12.postimage.org/ux36p5pvh/IMAG0030.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 19 August 2012, 20:36:49
Looking Good after a well deserved Clean............................................................................................by the Local Hand Carwash(Oh come on its two hot for me to be arsed to do it today) ;D :D ;) :y
(http://s9.postimage.org/d0qhy6van/IMAG0032.jpg)
(http://s18.postimage.org/xml2mx13d/IMAG0034.jpg)
(http://s14.postimage.org/adex4anrl/IMAG0035.jpg)
(http://s10.postimage.org/5ywst70bt/IMAG0036.jpg)
Couple of lovely stickers on the window and the winnings of a grab machine behind the headrest  ;) :) :y
(http://s14.postimage.org/3s274j7wx/IMAG0037.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: kevin xf on 20 August 2012, 21:17:19
Lovely pics mate.    What bulbs u got in ur front fogs.?  And how did u tint front indicators??  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 22 August 2012, 22:39:10
I've got some white LED bulbs for them and how to spray the headlight sections is one of my features in maintenance guides  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: BlueBridge on 05 September 2012, 22:48:18
Excellent job, I love the silver conversion  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 05 September 2012, 23:09:44
Quote from: BlueBridge on 05 September 2012, 22:48:18
Excellent job, I love the silver conversion  :y
+1  :y
What you getting next then to replace the irreplaceable car  ::) ;D
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: cam2502 on 06 September 2012, 10:06:03
Looking very nice mate. Well done. :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: DezB on 12 September 2012, 23:05:10
Very nice....

Where did you get the spoiler from please?

Keep up the good work...

DezB
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: twiglet on 13 September 2012, 19:16:54
Quote from: DezB on 12 September 2012, 23:05:10
Very nice....

Where did you get the spoiler from please?

Keep up the good work...

DezB

Me!  ;D

There's another one for sale here though...

http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=107146.0 (http://www.omegaowners.com/forum/index.php?topic=107146.0)

 :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: OmegaAnglesey on 13 September 2012, 19:58:03
Quote from: DezB on 12 September 2012, 23:05:10
Very nice....

Where did you get the spoiler from please?

Keep up the good work...

DezB
New spoiler here but would need painting  :y
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VAUXHALL-OMEGA-BOOT-SPOILER-/320981571693?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3AVauxhall#ht_500wt_1288 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VAUXHALL-OMEGA-BOOT-SPOILER-/320981571693?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3AVauxhall#ht_500wt_1288)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: tunnie on 13 September 2012, 22:14:30
Quote from: OmegaMan2.2 on 13 September 2012, 19:58:03
Quote from: DezB on 12 September 2012, 23:05:10
Very nice....

Where did you get the spoiler from please?

Keep up the good work...

DezB
New spoiler here but would need painting  :y
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VAUXHALL-OMEGA-BOOT-SPOILER-/320981571693?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3AVauxhall#ht_500wt_1288 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/VAUXHALL-OMEGA-BOOT-SPOILER-/320981571693?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&fits=Car+Make%3AVauxhall#ht_500wt_1288)

Thats saloon only one, won't fit Estate, despite what auction says!
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 16 September 2012, 08:35:19
Yer I got my spoiler from my pal Twiglet had It resprayed for a £10 and glued it on there easy to fit as well what I did was placed it on the boot and you can feel where it's supposed to fit because it doesn't move up or down once sitting comfortably, then I used masking tape oo the bottom where it meets the boot top and underneath then simply fill with some decent adhesive and hold on the boot untill it sets, once set pull off tape job done  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: MrMoffat on 16 September 2012, 09:39:18
How about a (http://www.easyfreesmileys.com/smileys/free-random-smileys-1046.gif) (http://www.easyfreesmileys.com/facebook-smileys.html)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 16 September 2012, 14:23:30
Sorry MrMoffat but i did it months ago but i do have a before an after
Before
(http://s17.postimage.org/nw9ajzu7z/IMAG0283_1.jpg)

After
(http://s11.postimage.org/l90ifuodf/P1010577.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 16 September 2012, 14:37:23
Right Guys and Girls time for an Update

Finally had enough of my one cloudy headlights so invested in a set of new lenses for the the two
Before
(http://s7.postimage.org/65lxddv7v/IMAG0029.jpg)
After
(http://s12.postimage.org/6dsbcvkvx/2012_09_16_12_06_28.jpg)
(http://s7.postimage.org/v332zinuz/2012_09_16_12_06_35.jpg)

And now the latest fresh from the Ramps is My new rear springs fitted at last!!!
back end is to normal height FINALLY :D ;) :) :y
Before
(http://s9.postimage.org/roi06hla7/2012_07_17_17_45_25.jpg)
NOW!
(http://s7.postimage.org/5qthmpjrf/2012_09_16_12_06_56.jpg)
(http://s15.postimage.org/vwz11k5m3/2012_09_16_12_07_10.jpg)
and whilst i was there a set of new tyres was too good to miss especially when the Managers is a close friend and owes you a few favours  ;)
(http://s18.postimage.org/5i03ers0p/2012_09_16_12_06_41.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: MrMoffat on 16 September 2012, 19:07:49
Very nice indeed Sam  8)  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 17 September 2012, 17:05:38
Mini Update

Had some spare time at work so sprayed final things in the Miggy for examples Heater Vents,Tweeter Cover and Rear Ashtrays/Rubbish compartment
Before
(http://s13.postimage.org/qtuyjryqf/IMAG0263.jpg)
After
(http://s8.postimage.org/s4wdjn35x/IMAG0076.jpg)
Before(not very clear i know but nearest one i got)
(http://s12.postimage.org/8o2u8bwgt/IMG00017_20120711_1655.jpg)
After
(http://s12.postimage.org/9k8if9kwt/IMAG0077.jpg)
Before
(http://s18.postimage.org/7ar3qyu6h/IMAG0006.jpg)
After
(http://s18.postimage.org/k5z3dq9ft/IMAG0079.jpg)
Before
(http://s18.postimage.org/md8dyrl1l/IMAG0008.jpg)
After
(http://s16.postimage.org/cbhl6er9x/IMAG0081.jpg)
Looks good with all the other silver conversion
Comments welcome :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 10 November 2012, 21:48:13
Thought i would do a little picture of my impressive 'PROPER' Mileage lol :)
(http://s7.postimage.org/4uveb74q3/IMAG0003.jpg)

Not bad 13000 Miles since April 12th :)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: RobG on 10 November 2012, 21:59:12
Thought you`d have had white dials by now Sam
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 11 November 2012, 16:04:31
cant find any in MPH Rob all the ones ive seen are KPH  :-\

Never mind old girls still going :)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: RobG on 11 November 2012, 17:00:43
Quote from: Sam Burton on 11 November 2012, 16:04:31
cant find any in MPH Rob all the ones ive seen are KPH  :-\

Never mind old girls still going :)
PM sent
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 11 November 2012, 17:19:34
Cheers Rob i just emailed the Company to see if they did a 6000RPM version of the RPM display see what the outcome is
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: VXL V6 on 11 November 2012, 18:25:29
Well done  :y

Mine is currently on 165K so a little behind you and Mrs VXL's estate is on 148K.

Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Cav9_4 on 11 November 2012, 18:27:10
some impressive mods there Sam,looking very nice :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Andy B on 11 November 2012, 18:27:34
Quote from: VXL V6 on 11 November 2012, 18:25:29
Well done  :y

Mine is currently on 165K so a little behind you and Mrs VXL's estate is on 148K.

Mine clocked 177777 on the way to work this morning  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: VXL V6 on 11 November 2012, 20:31:19
Quote from: Andy B on 11 November 2012, 18:27:34
Quote from: VXL V6 on 11 November 2012, 18:25:29
Well done  :y

Mine is currently on 165K so a little behind you and Mrs VXL's estate is on 148K.

Mine clocked 177777 on the way to work this morning  :y

Just been out in the 3.2 that's on 81K, goes for it's MOT friday so good to get using it again.
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 24 December 2012, 20:39:05
Hi Guys resized and reposted

I decided to replace the rear doors after years of living by the ee was starting to show on the Old Omega so an early christmas present was in order.

Before
(http://s7.postimage.org/x64yl5j7v/IMAG0037.jpg)

After
(http://s1.postimage.org/ueousyorj/IMAG0038.jpg)
(http://s7.postimage.org/c1uabgozv/IMAG0034.jpg)

Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 24 December 2012, 20:41:15
Brought the MV6 wheels from Rich (Brikhead) and one was damaged on the inner lip (Buckled and cracked) obviously the off-roading Rich was doing didnt do his Omega much good but anyways all repaired and back from the welders awaiting the tyres to be fitted so watch this space guys for the MV6 Look GLS sometime in the New year  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Brikhead on 29 December 2012, 00:47:38
Quote from: Sam Burton on 24 December 2012, 20:41:15
Brought the MV6 wheels from Rich (Brikhead) and one was damaged on the inner lip (Buckled and cracked) obviously the off-roading Rich was doing didnt do his Omega much good but anyways...

Not that obvious to me, perhaps you can explain further exactly when I damaged the wheel, so as I can avoid damaging any more...
lol.
 :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 31 December 2012, 12:25:28
MV6 wheels fitted with decent tyres at last and now on the Miggy
(http://s9.postimage.org/8ievrr2hb/DSC01044.jpg)
(http://s2.postimage.org/sj89r8rzt/DSC01045.jpg)
(http://s8.postimage.org/lu3w7kjpx/DSC01046.jpg)
(http://s7.postimage.org/oa9ceivbv/DSC01047.jpg)

Looks alot better MV6 Bumper way behind schedule and will be painted very soon :)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: MarkC on 31 December 2012, 13:57:22
Very nice mate, lovely colour  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: 0795omega on 31 December 2012, 14:00:34
love them wheels,brembo callipers are a nice touch too
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Brikhead on 03 February 2013, 16:14:49
Quote from: Sam Burton on 24 December 2012, 20:41:15
Brought the MV6 wheels from Rich (Brikhead)...

Hiya Sam.
I've just logged onto fleabay and have noticed the four lots of feedback you've left...
Quote
seller is a bit dodgy ;P Lovely addition to my Omega

I presume it's meant as a joke but some people may think otherwise and decide not to bid on any items I decide to list, anychance you can retract it or shall I take up the issue with E-bay?

Cheers, Rich.
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 16 February 2013, 18:41:37
Inbox full mate i think wont send personal messages this is what i tried to send you ages ago said its sent but obviously not  :-\
Hi Rich,

i cant retract my feedback mate ive tried so take it up with ebay and ill adjust it Sorry for this bud  :-\

Regards

Sam
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 16 February 2013, 19:02:28
Hi Guys quick update after a recent run in with a 58 Plate Peugeot Van my driverside door was FCCUKEDD!!! i was really impressed how the support beam took the impact and certain saved me from harm, Hats off to the designers  :y But i was left with a rather depressed looking Migggy with no Driverside Window as this had abliterated all over my face
(http://s17.postimage.org/xgp7edzcf/2013_02_15_13_27_13.jpg)
(http://s7.postimage.org/651mpyutn/2013_02_15_13_27_18.jpg)

after a 4 1/2 hour trip there and back to Mr RobseyMV6's Pad I got to see his Rather Nice Vauxhall Monaro 500 and his Ex-Police Omega rather nice i must say but He did have Some doors for my Poorly Miggy so after we (Me and the Old Man) got back we dug out the Hammers, Mole-Grips and some Tcut and let Rip

So here she is again Back to normal  :y
(http://s9.postimage.org/ytg37lbfj/P1010778.jpg)
(http://s7.postimage.org/8hwlk9qbv/P1010779.jpg)
(http://s9.postimage.org/pz27ts5jz/P1010780.jpg)
(http://s3.postimage.org/f2kwvqqmb/P1010781.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: ozzycat on 16 February 2013, 21:32:23
 :y :y :y :y great work sam :y :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Lazydocker on 16 February 2013, 22:37:49
Glad you got it sorted Sam but what actually happened? Two completely different stories on the two threads? :-\ :-\ ??? ???
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: btc on 16 February 2013, 23:20:04
 :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 16 February 2013, 23:28:49
Quote from: Lazydocker on 16 February 2013, 22:37:49
Glad you got it sorted Sam but what actually happened? Two completely different stories on the two threads? :-\ :-\ ??? ???

Miggy was parked in a lay by I come out to a van wedged onto the side of mine he moved off to park up and that's when I took the pictures he's van is oppsed though fluids poring out everywhere headlight and bumper smashed but at least everyone's okay  :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Elite Pete on 17 February 2013, 08:05:17
Quote from: Sam Burton on 16 February 2013, 23:28:49
Quote from: Lazydocker on 16 February 2013, 22:37:49
Glad you got it sorted Sam but what actually happened? Two completely different stories on the two threads? :-\ :-\ ??? ???

Miggy was parked in a lay by I come out to a van wedged onto the side of mine he moved off to park up and that's when I took the pictures he's van is oppsed though fluids poring out everywhere headlight and bumper smashed but at least everyone's okay  :y
Me too, I was wondering how the side impact bar saved you from harm if you weren't in it :-\
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: 05omegav6 on 17 February 2013, 09:29:53
Quote from: Lazydocker on 16 February 2013, 22:37:49
Glad you got it sorted Sam but what actually happened? Two completely different stories on the two threads? :-\ :-\ ??? ???
+1 on all counts ::)

Reminds me of the start of an early Kylie song...

"In my imagination, there is no hesitation. I dream..."
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: RobseyMV6 on 17 February 2013, 09:38:08
Good to have met you sam  :y

Hope all went ok....

Looks good ones again  8)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 17 February 2013, 20:13:44
Ive misworded the other thread i think i was suppose to put im impressed how the bar took the brunt of the impact if i were in it the Door card wasnt effected at all and literally everything was just forced into the bar but no futher :)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Sam Burton on 24 February 2013, 16:58:17
Hi Guys
Quick Update

After the door incident i decided to spend some money fixing all the little anoying jobs on the Mig replacing the Heated Windscreen Washers was one, Replacing Passangerside headlight after my Mrs reversed into it and dislodged the Lens from the Unit itself (Impressive i know) and i decided to finally have the Wheels refurbished so My mig Currently is running on my Spare set of 5x110 Alloys from my GSI astravan but there technically from a Vectra C look okay but the tyres look too small :)
(http://s2.postimage.org/wvvndzwfd/DSC01099.jpg)
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: flyer 0712 on 24 February 2013, 21:37:04
Sam...pleased that you sorted it out and back to normal again  :y :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: P6UL K on 26 June 2013, 23:38:24
Looking forward to picking this lil'beaut up on Monday  :D :y
Title: Re: My Progress So far
Post by: Mr.OmegaMan on 26 June 2013, 23:41:06
Quote from: P6UL K on 26 June 2013, 23:38:24
Looking forward to picking this lil'beaut up on Monday  :D :y

Nice one  :y :y