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Old 08-15-2013, 06:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Soldier GT
Totally agree with everyone else. Just so know, once you go to a car show you will be totally hooked! While you're there I would also walk around and check out the other guys (gals) cars there and maybe get a couple pointers.
Absolutely! I want to see the other cars nearly as much as I want mine seen.

Got the engine bay done. That car wasn't that clean when it rolled off the line!

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Old 08-16-2013, 12:22 AM
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Looks Good! Now Clean your exhaust tips! i've seen a few people miss those also.
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Old 08-16-2013, 07:09 AM
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We love entering cars shows. We've done many, in and out of state. Even drove the Mach1 out to Costa Mesa, Ca in Oct 2009, just to enter the Orange County Mustang Club Car Show. My wife is hooked on them. One room we have has become the Mustang Room now. It's full of trophies and awards. If you enjoy your first show, you'll keep going to, and looking forward to others. The best thing though about car shows is, your Mustang will stay in great shape through the years. My GT is over 10 years old, and people can't believe it when they walk up to it. The complements just make me more proud. So, Happy Car Show Trails.
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Old 08-16-2013, 07:17 AM
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Originally Posted by MustangInTexas
How do you reach up into some of those little places? Past the hinges, up by the wheel well? I see dirt but I can't get to it. I'll be doing my first show in a couple of weeks and would at least like to look respectable.
patiently, lol....I honestly cannot wash my car without finishing with scratches or cuts on my hands because of squeezing them into areas that aren't easily accessible.
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Old 08-16-2013, 07:45 AM
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Originally Posted by 05 Mustang
patiently, lol....I honestly cannot wash my car without finishing with scratches or cuts on my hands because of squeezing them into areas that aren't easily accessible.
OH YEAH. Same here. Been there and STILL do that.
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Old 08-16-2013, 09:14 AM
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Don't forget to clean those dirty calipers! Take a wire brush on a drill to them until the sparkle. It looks amazing
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Old 08-17-2013, 09:24 AM
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Well, I survived my 1st show! There were 4 classic Mustangs, and mine was the only newer one. Then the usual assortment of Camaro's and Chevelle's. I got some good information and feedback from others, and walked away with a LOT of ideas. The extra bonus was my spot was mostly in the shade!

Thanks everyone for the comments and well wishes! Much appreciated!

Here's my car at the show


And here's one of a BEAUTIFUL 68 GT/CS.
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Old 08-17-2013, 09:47 AM
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Nice! I bet you had a blast!
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Old 08-17-2013, 10:31 AM
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Congrats on your 1st show. You car looks real good too. Also, gotta say I love the GT/CS there. Those cars always look good.
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Old 08-17-2013, 11:32 AM
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Originally Posted by MustangInTexas
Congrats on your 1st show. You car looks real good too. Also, gotta say I love the GT/CS there. Those cars always look good.
Thank you!!
That GT was BEAUTIFUL! Really well-done and classy. In the foreground was a really nice orange '67 running a HUGE 460. I can't imagine having that much juice in such a small frame.

The really cool part was walking around with Wifey, and showing her the possibilities made her excited to modify mine. That'll make spending the money a LOT easier!
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