Delboy's Garage, Fighter Build

Gas Tank Painted, Best results yet, not flawless, but close.!
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[@garya3056]

Sweet paintwork, Del. No one does it better! MOT, here we come! 🏍👍🏍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Gary, you are too kind sir..!

[@garya3056]

Moonfleet41 😉

[@kokkolollo]

Almost 100k subs now!! And not a single clickbait. Awesome!

[@Moonfleet41]

Don't see the point in it buddy, you're only cheating yourself and there's no benefit in it at all... thanks for your kind support !

[@bubbles1863]

My 5yr daughter ask me.. daddy why are you always watching that man 😂

[@david555montez9]

Little baby!!! 😀

[@paulharast1958]

Awesome paint job, it's hard to believe it's coming out of a can. At the end result it looks like you use a spray gun and a and put it under heat lights to dry. Stay dry and ride safely Penny N You.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Paul, thank you for your kind words of support as ever, you can achieve almost the same results with a rattle can as a spray gun if you take care.. its just the material thats different.. this is just the system of delivery.. Have a wonderful weekend Paul, and keep in touch.. Del & Pennyx

[@Rob.1340]

hello there,hope you both well. bike getting close now. congrats on the lathe.all the very best to you both.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Rob, it's a dream come true after so many years of planning... hope life is good with you too!

[@paulelliott2861]

Your work is second to none. Nice job mate.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Paul, just getting on with it !!

[@38denisse]

Hello dear friend is amazing all the job and care you take ,me and my wife we are yours fans cheers mate Oscar and Denisse

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Oscar & Denisse, How nice to hear from you, how are you both... Thank you for your kind support, and have a wonderful weekend.. D&Px

[@martincarey8620]

Great work Del :-) Sooo close to being complete now! ....and looking forward to you making stuff on a lathe too!

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing buddy, pretty excited, spending every evening this week getting it all ready to go... ! Hope you're well mate, catcha soon?! D&Px

[@steven-vn9ui]

Fantastic update, one more step closer Dell! I'm excited to see the lathe - it will open up so many more possibilities and enable custom parts to be fabbed etc. Wooohooo!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Steven, yes indeed, really excited about the endless possibilities, not just custom parts, but tools, improvements for the machines themselves, and even fun little things like dust caps for the bikes, it's all possible... dream come true!

[@jorickw3392]

Nice one! :D Going to paint my bike this winter i hope. The tips and tricks are really helpfull.

[@christoffdetorrez2176]

a master painter !

[@TechnMoto]

tank came out good so far. Good work Del.

[@MattSaysSmile]

I’ve only ever sprayed one tank, a GS850 many years ago....I learned a very valuable lesson in the fact that concept was better than the reality. Anyways you’re on the home straight with the street fighter now, it’s taking shape nicely.👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing buddy, I think we've all been there, but practice is the key, the second time you do it is always easier than the first... !

[@liamreast]

Love all the work got a clutch case with window to put on mine soon

[@david555montez9]

Woooow Del 🤘 And more woooow!!!! Gorgeous job of paint Always cool things on your channel my friend 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Pending and supporting your know Best wishes buddy 😀🤘

[@hsmith3844]

There will be a large Crate with an "18 Harley in it for you to do your magic. all the fish n chips plus pints for you and Penny on this Yank.......... LOOKING GOOD!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Ooh seriosuly?... now that would be hard to resist.. i mean fish & chi[ps and a pint... what's not to like. ..!

[@BIG-K]

Nice job on the tank, Del. But never mind all that... you mentioned a lathe!! Now that's gonna be fun! Can't wait 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing Keith, nothing flash just a home hobby lathe, but at the same time not a cheapy Chinese Harbor Freight thing either, something I can realy on to turn out good quality work, meaning that only I will be the weakest link lol , am looking forward to learning and gaining the skills to use it and am sure I will get lots of positive help from those who already know... all the best, Del

[@MegaCountach]

Hey Delboy, paint looks good! I have to repaint both my bikes black as well. Just finishing up some billet handlebar grips on my lathe. Like your channel, new subscriber, cheers, Doug 1977 KZ1000's

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Doug, billet grips?? Cool, I didn't think of that! And a KZ1000? Awesome! It's still gonna be day one week one for me on the lathe, last time I touched one was iin metalwork at school in the 70's, so lots to learn and rusty ol' skills to brush up on... gonna really enjoy the process and , hopefully, like you be able to make some cool things for our bikes! Welcome aboard Sir !

[@MegaCountach]

Thanks! I like your work ethic Delboy... nice attention to detail, look forward to the videos! Cheers, Doug

[@zenzen9131]

An amazing job Del :)

[@christopherdevries1969]

Tank is looking good 👍. Hoping it will dry to perfection. Exited about the lathe, congrats on that! You can finally retire the drill and grinder 😂👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Christopher, I think I will always be partial to a little ghetto fix now and again, maybe I will even invent a few to use on the lathe lol

[@SurreyRider]

Great video Del I love how your paintwork always looks flawless after its dry (except once) I will be following your lead soon mate.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, great to see you got the back end re-installed on the GSX, you'll soon have it on the road brother, I love the way you just get on with it in the garden, I remember those days myself... !

[@SurreyRider]

@@Moonfleet41 Thanks Del I wish I had a bigger shed but still gets the job done. Yes I'm hoping to get her mot ready in a month. Then I can get some riding in before the next step of the project.

[@d.fresh.750]

Most entertaining way to watch paint dry! Hahaha...great video, and exciting news about the lathe!

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing my friend, it's the wonderful support that we get that makes it all possible, and it's an honour indeed to, at last, be able to cross this milestone! D&Px

[@d.fresh.750]

@@Moonfleet41 Can't wait to see what all you turn out now....see what I did there?! Haha!

[@mikealdridge5608]

Good finish Del. Well done!

[@mickenoss]

Turns out watching paint dry isn't as fruitless as you'd think, cool to see it change.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, it was a silly idea but I've got the GoPro, so why not have some fun?!

[@geoffozevans4500]

Thanks mon ami, everything comes to those who wait ( wish it would hurry up ) xx👍👍

[@tonymartin3780]

Lookin good Del , those magic ring Allen keys would stop the Allen bolts dropping 😀

[@Moonfleet41]

Of course they do mate, i should have remembered that.. but im just too adicted to spinning my T bars..lol I'll use the right ones and make the point about the clips holding the screws when I reassemble the tank and put the cap back in... sorry mate, must try harder 5/10!

[@JustTex]

That timelapse at the end was pretty interesting hey. Cheers.

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing buddy, that was 14hrs on one frame per minute, just having a bit of fun with the GoPro !

[@madmarkuk1]

Nice paining session there Del looks great

[@steverr4969]

Looking Great Del !

[@geoffozevans4500]

Made me homesick seeing the Queensland Ambo badges, travelled in them a few times lol. A big day painting there Del, looks good. 33c over here in Jandia, not a cloud in the sky, just been lying around by the pool like a beached whale, guzzling the local brew. Have a great week both & all the best x👍👍😎

[@Moonfleet41]

Sounds like th life Geoff, shame you can't make it permanent aye?! The badge was a little nod to my brother, but it glad gave you some memories, be it good and bad lol ! Have a great hols, D&Px

[@geoffozevans4500]

@@Moonfleet41 Plan X ( all good plans have to have a name) is that when Jean retires we're off to warmer places for the winter, I would like Florida & California but health costs may prove a snag, Canary Isles are great but no " crack " here , it'll sort itself out I think. As far as I am concerned, I'll give anything a go, be great you & PP could come for some fun in the sun ay mon ami 👍👍😎

[@Moonfleet41]

Geoff Oz Evans Now yer talking brother.. can't remember the last time we had a holiday.. maybe 2000, can;t really remember..! Ill hold you to that mate.!

[@allenhuling598]

Coming together and lookin good!!

[@fraserwaugh2216]

Great video, educational and informative once again!

[@byronand5]

Out-F'n-Standing Mate!! :) Hi to Pen!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Byron, thank you so kindly, really happy with the result so far... hope you and the family are well and enjoying life! D&Px

[@HalfdeadRider]

Bit of a late upload, handy for me :) Looks great, getting excited for that first official ride, getting so close now surely :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Not that far away buddy.. but its the little details that get time consuming and roll thing on a bit..

[@dpryce9801]

Brilliant as ever. Can't wait to see the lathe. BTW, what degreaser do you use after sanding? Looks like a nail polish remover bottle.

[@Moonfleet41]

Dead right my friend its just plain old nail polish remover.. it contains a mild acetone and works a treat. plus its 50p a bottle in the chemist..! Thank you for your kind support.. Del.

[@davida8119]

A lathe!! I worry about your fingers as it is.. Ride safe ;)

[@renniks1975]

no need for a lather, posh boy! ;-)

[@les5386]

Great job!

[@weerides]

Brilliant vid Del, just the ticket, few stupid questions that may already have been asked. What are you spraying on the tank at the start to sand it off? What are you using to clean it before painting it? What did you use to fill the small ping? And what paint are you using? Also, do I have to report colour change to DVLA or insurance companies?

[@tonymartin3780]

No problem Del 😊 as we say “Wiha tools that work for you “

[@colinsharp1314]

A absolute great job del top work mate

[@petervaughan4591]

Nice job buddy it’s getting exciting now...so close to the dreaded mot....yikes!! It’ll sail through obviously.👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Careful buddy, don't jinx it, am hoping it will, there's not much to the MOT after all, lights have to work, horn and then just structural integrity, and I've replaced every bush, bearing and seal on the bike, so am confident at least !!

[@JosephMask]

ERES EL MEJOR SALUDOS DESDE MEXICO

[@MattRiddell]

Es la verdad!

[@Moonfleet41]

Joseph Mask: ¡Qué maravilloso saber de ti todo el camino desde la hermosa México! Gracias por su apoyo, D & Px

[@Moonfleet41]

Matt Riddell: Thank you so much kind Sir, how great to hear from you, as always... D&Px

[@eaglestrikes1]

Wonderful job Del, it's looking amazing

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you my friend, much appreciated!

[@byronhadji3492]

Keep it up Del!

[@salahad-din4114]

Many thanks for the process. I've got a 1957 Excelsior Consort in the garage in bits. Your videos give me the insight to try and do it myself. Needless to say all the parts need a respray although someone previously done a decent job, just not a colour for me. Any tips on where to find a decent company to chrome the wheels, sadly they painted those as well. Love watching these :-)

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Alistair, great to hear from you and wow what an amazing bike! You must be very proud... not sure I can advise on the chroming, haven't had any done for years, as the price left a bitter taste, it was on some classic car bumpers, I could have bought new ones for less than half the price of the chroming, it's just a ridiculously expensive process now, but I don't think there really are that many companies out there that specialise in bike parts, it's more an indisutrial process, so if I was looking for that service, I'd just contact my nearest plating works and see what they can do for me! A lot of the time they'll treat it as a 'tea' money job and chuck it in with a load of industrial stuff, so make sure if you're gonna pay for the expense of chroming that you're getting treated like a customer and not a back door job as I found happens with the bigger companies... best of luck with your project, let us know how it goes!!

[@OXFORD486]

Wow... not bad using a rattle can😆

[@chrispayne1029]

GREAT VIDEO 👏👏👌🏻👍

[@mikestewart7322]

That’s a really nice job Del. Nice deep shine.?

[@christophershirley1303]

(P) Looking great buddy..... did we just get a sneaky glimpse of the new bike outside? ;-)

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Chris, good to hear from you buddy, and yes, traded down from the Harley to free up some funds for the next build donor bike... and its always good to jump to another genre of bike for a fresh feel.. have a great weekend mate, and take care.. D&Px

[@christophershirley1303]

Moonfleet41 Looks like a VERY different riding style than the Harley..! Adventure bike?

[@Moonfleet41]

christopher shirley Yes indeed, i you remember i had the Tiger 955 a couple of years ago, and they're perfect for everyday mile munching in all weathers..! also it'll be perfect for Penny and me to get out a bit more and see a bit more of the outside world and not just the four walls of the garage.! and with the bit i redeamed back from trading down, i can start looking for the next donor bike, maybe an early Harley Sportster for some radical changes aye.lol!

[@peterago1082]

nice job Del

[@1987RaPsCaLLioN]

LiOn's aren't supposed to be fully drained though Del - I think to be on the safe side you'll need one as a backup in case this one dies in the foreseeable.

[@adriangatter7230]

Great work as always Del, thanks for sharing :-) What do you have against paint guns?

[@Moonfleet41]

Nothing whatsoever mate, I don't have a compressor at this time that can deliver sufficient pressure constantly for a decent spray gun, plus I've never managed to find this paint in neat form, only in rattle cans... unless you know otherwise??

[@RichieWilliams]

At 16:50 minutes.... Sings "No income tax, no VAT No money back, no guarantee Black or white, rich or broke We'll cut prices at a stroke" Always a Del Boy... lol

[@Moonfleet41]

ha ha... got it as ear worm now dammit..! lol

[@8ball903]

Oh yeah nice 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy , any luck with the bike yet?!

[@8ball903]

Moonfleet41 no mate , working 6 days a week and still no time to sort .

[@charliefarlie6469]

Tiger Explorer Xc , nice choice mate . HOPE ITS A KHAKI GREEN ONE ! ( green ones go better LOL ) 😜👌

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Charlie, traded my Harley for a used XCA , came with all the bits on, previous owner had thrown the entire accessory catalogue at it, so it was awesome value and allowed us to free up some funds towards to the next project which will most likely be a Harley or a Triumph... !

[@charliefarlie6469]

Well pleased for you Del , no bike is perfect and no bike does everything , GOK. I’ve had enough in my time to come to know that , I’ve had a gold star and a gold wing and an awful lot in between but this bike really is a formidable tourer , ride the torque between 3and 4 thousand RPM and on long journeys it will return in excess of 200 miles to the tank no problem , the journalists who claim they get 140 miles per tank are obviously riding them like they ride an R1 on a track day . Yes it’s a heavy bike and no it’s not a DRZ 400 so the majority of us won’t be off-roading with them but that’s not what we bought them for , we bought them because they are a quality bike and they’re made in Britain , do the Hinckley tour and see them being produced from start to finish. BTW , I noticed that the rear shock is white so it’s definitely not a green one 😢 . Ride safe mate , C .

[@scottsabin2245]

Keep it up del roll on Saturdays video

[@Jrambo51]

Nearly there. Is there anymore tools you really want/need? Can't wait to see the next video. Ride safe.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi John, there's always tools and equipment you covet in this life, am sure you'll agree! Things like an English Wheel, and even something simple like a decent anvil and a forge, but I only have so much space, and time, to use it all! Really excited to have finally got here after many years of saving and always finding something to spend the money on...!

[@Jrambo51]

@@Moonfleet41 too true. It's a dream most of the time. Can't wait to see the video. Takecare .

[@kyndrydspyryt3867]

Literally watching paint dry eh! Fisheyes and curtains! It's coming together now cooking on gas. How many amps charge rate was that then?

[@jaimielibbi1]

Can't wait to see the lathe. Which did you go for in the end Del

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Ian, all revealed on Saturday!! But I went shopping at Machine Mart...!!

[@MrAndyCarlos]

What a wonderful painting job! I have a question. There will be varnish on it?

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Andy, great to hear from you... the paint will be satin for now, and once I get to the stage of doing the artwork, then yes, there will be varnish over the top to make it look great!

[@MrAndyCarlos]

Oh ok, good. I hope you post the video. See you!

[@stephenmitchell8324]

Hi Del Nice work as always

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Stephen, much appreciated!

[@springy-2112]

Ah, the Fleetwoods ! Mr Blue 😁 I'm not tired I could go another hundred miles !😴 Ah,the Griswalds !!😉 Nice job DB 👍☮❤

[@springy-2112]

Ps....get you with ya shaftie (xc) .......gonna give you so much shit after you nailed me for selling the sexy xjr and getting the vstrom !!!!!! Only kidding brother bloody good choice and I'm suitably jealous !!! Peas and loaf ☮❤☮❤

[@Moonfleet41]

Aha, thought I had you there, I had Mr Blue as Garth Brooks, but then that's cos I love country, (which is why people think I'm weird !), but then I forgot how much older than me you are cos you can remember black & white and everything, or maybe you just asked Aunt Maud who's probably got it on a 78...!! Yes indeed, XCA an lovin' every minute and ok, hands up, I've always ribbed adventure bikes, but don't forget I had The General, my last Tiger, and I guess everyone should have a Scania in their life?!!! Love the boxes too, came with full expedition luggage, so now I can kidnap internet trolls with it...!!!! Pip pip ol' chap, livin' the dream, keep in touch, D&Px

[@Moonfleet41]

By the way, quick PS, are you by any chance left handed??

[@springy-2112]

@@Moonfleet41 no im orthodox but i used to box southpaw occasionally to confuse the enemy ..i do own some left handed tin snips though !! 😁

[@springy-2112]

but i am bilingual, i cant speak German in two languages !

[@wingz777]

Get some mooneyes on that black canvas! Lol just kidding looks great!

[@stevelong6358]

awsome job del

[@bigfatpear]

nice job.

[@Gus-cg9yp]

Hi, great job as usual Del. What would happen if you have to retouch that paint after a few weeks ? Will it pull out the first coats? thanks for the video. Gus

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Gus, it's only lift volatile for about the first 48hrs, but of course it cures from the outside in, so if you're gonna rub it back before re-coating, you'll expose less cured paint, but if you gave it a couple of months, it's practically inert by then, so coats up just fine...!

[@DJShadow1966]

Awesome! Yep it's a Tiger outside, BUT ........ which one?????? Lovely finish, compared to the CX500 Rickman fairing I sprayed many years ago lol. That was a quick bodge job to get rid of the metallic gold though :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Correct first time buddy, 1200 XCA, decided to trade down from the Harley for something a little more practical and to harvest a little back for the next donor bike! Besides me and Penny wanna get out more, we must make that plan buddy, lovin' this Indian Summer, perhaps still a chance this year before it all goes frosty??

[@DJShadow1966]

@@Moonfleet41 Just let me know, I'll make it there by hook or by crook.

[@colinwinfield4032]

nice job db ! " quick question OB1 " ive got a fuel tank " yea I know " and when sanded the under side found LOTS of pin holes . been told to use quick steel on em ,fill sand fill etc BUT mate said to use tank sealer that you pour in and (slosh) around . has new to this stuff what advice have you got " if any" as to using this stuff ? many thanks stay safe !!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Colin, think the product you're referring to is Pet Seal, it's a 2 part expoy resin that you roll round the inside to form a skin... but one thing concerns me, and that's the pin holes you mentioned.. the idea of the Pet Seal is to stablise a rusty interior and stop the flakes of rust breaking free and blocking up the fuel system, it's not designed to seal a perforated tank... I would seriously recommend mate if you have pin holes in that tank due to rust, then just replace it... you can't fix that , if it's rotted through, it's not safe, secondhand tank from Ebay maybe?? And if it's a super rare bike and you can't find one, then I'd take the tank to a professional welder and have all the rusty metal cut out and replaced, if possible... and it'll need to be TIG welded and pressure tested afterwards before you use it... good luck with it my friend, sorry if it's bad news....

[@colinwinfield4032]

no mate that's great, as they say get it wrong no one forgets get it right no one remembers ! its a gpx 600 tank so not to rare . so THANK YOU again for your words of wisdom ! be safe as always ..

[@rsbharley4766]

Great job Del. You riding a Tiger Explorer now, what no more Harley ? Looking forward to Saturday's video, have a good week. Cheers

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, yes indeed, and no indeed! I am on the Explorer, traded down to free up funds for the next project of which the front runner is currently a Harley, but nothing like you think, it's gotta be radical and daft, so need a donor bike I can cut up a bit !!

[@kdlofty]

Couple of quick question Delboy, is your Sealey battery charger maintainer suitable for gel batteries? And what are your thoughts on the different types of batteries? Thanks bud.

[@Moonfleet41]

The Sealey battery charger is switchable between Lithium and Lead Acid, so will service both types.

[@tinks43]

(P) Shame about the weather, hope it came out ok. I see Pen has a new screen also.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi mate, yes a gift from a friend for her, she finds it smooths out the wind blast on the motorways! Hope you're well, see you soon!

[@suzuki750stu]

Looking good buddy, look forward to seeing the lathe, regards Stu 🤘🤘

[@Moonfleet41]

Ayup Stu, thanks mate, always good to hear from you!

[@colcol172]

Until you splash petrol on it, been there and done it.

[@Moonfleet41]

Let it fully cure first.. 3 months warm weather at least.!

[@stevenesq]

Great job del its all coming together now.

[@Moonfleet41]

Getting there mate, many thanks!

[@abdoeshwehdi8489]

first command 😂😂😂 you best man

[@bill_4359]

Did the battery charge up to 100% ? Ride safe.

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes it did Bill...

[@ian_morg]

I flattened my z750 ltd tank with 1200 after painting it with tough gloss black and then compound, polish and wax (took forever) it was like deep wet paint after with no orange peel. Shame the petrol had it 😢

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes indeed mate, you need to leave it to fully cure for at least 3 months and then it's pretty much petrol proof, unless of course you literally pour it on !

[@johnparkes5934]

Oooooh !

[@bobgwinn5091]

nice

[@jritchiejritchie2687]

Tidy Del

[@colinsharp1314]

Del what is the name of the paint you use cheers Colin

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Colin, it's 'Simoniz Tough Paint' in Satin Black... !

[@domcisme]

QUEENSLANDER!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

My brother is lol...!

[@garymcghee4142]

Is that a new bike i spy outside the garage

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing Gary, not a project though, just something a little more practical and traded down a little to free up some funds for the next project !

[@gavinhughes8623]

Looks good del you done a good job on the tank loving the painting videos . Any advice on repairing stone chips I have some on my front forks and Wana get them sorted I have the paint match and an idea on how to do it but any tips would be awsome. Keep up the good work it be on the road in no time 👍👍👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, that's a great project, and one you can really get in to and enjoy... I've always found the trick with paint chips is to fill them, obviously give the fork legs a rub down to make sure that all the loose paint is removed, but where the chips remain, they will always show unless you either rub all the paint off and trip the legs bare before you start, or get some fine filler in there and block sand them flat... there's no other way round it mate, because the new paint will show them up straight away... I've had some great success on the fighter build with the Dolphin Glaze filler, it's not really for filling dents, it's more a product for filling imperfections, it's quite expensive at £20-odd a bottle, but I got a special half-price deal and it's lasted me the whole job so far... can't really say any more than that buddy, other than de-greasing the rubbed down surface is essential, then a light tack coat just to prep the surface, then 5mins wait, and start laying the paint on with at least 15mins between coats, and don't overload it ! See how you get on, it's all about taking your time and having the patience to enjoy it !

[@gavinhughes8623]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks del info like that is priceless thanks, I'll get cracking on it when the paint arrives next week now I'll get some dolphin glaze in the mean time too iv done a few bits in Matt black and they have gone pritty good it's just a bit scary when doing bigger bits but like you said I'll take my time and all should be good, I'll probably be watching one one your videos while I'm doing it too, Thanks again del your input is like gold I can't thank you enough 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

You're welcome mate, the least I can do, one more thing I forgot to mention, 'block sanding'.. when you use the wet sand paper, get yourself a foam block, nothing harder than that, don't use wood or anything... but something a tiny bit more yielding... this will mean the paper is flat and , therefore, only rubs the high spots, which is what you wanna do... anyway, the rest is down to you fellah, so good luck with it and I want some photos when it's done lol

[@gavinhughes8623]

@@Moonfleet41 I'll get on the hunt for a sanding block this afternoon then , challenge excepted I'll get my camara charged and get snapping, cup of tea first tho got to get the priorities right 😉👍👍

[@RichieWilliams]

Ozzy Air Ambulance :) give us a quick update Del for the helmets labels they look for please :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Richie, the system i showed some years ago was here in Blighty, you do mean that ddon't you?, not over in Oz..? If so the best way is to contact your local Ambulance trust, and they will put you in touch with the right person to send you out a kit... Hope thats what you wanted mate, if not, then let me know.. Del

[@RichieWilliams]

Ha har.. Found it.. it was this vid... kzbin.info/www/bejne/aGfFhJKwqK9lrrs

[@mattstala1184]

early bird ;)