Tickman Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 It's a bloody lovely trailer. Tows superbly, and has fantastic, simple-to-use ramps - though one is a bit sticky. Lovely fold-up jockey wheel too. I should have found out what make it is really.Brian James Trailers according to the picture, not sure what make the one I have hired is but I can feel it all the time even when empty! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overrun Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Brian James Trailers according to the picture, not sure what make the one I have hired is but I can feel it all the time even when empty! Looks like an A4. See my link, above. Mine, my mates and one I have hired a few times all tow like a dream, and are all Brian James.They are the best out there, imo. /End of hijack, DW. Get the garage tidied up and crack on! Tickman 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share Posted November 16, 2016 Wow. It's far lighter than I calculated! I was way, way within the limits of the RAV then - probably not even a ton. Thanks for finding that. I'm doing nothing today. After the NEC for three days at the weekend, and 300 crippling miles in the RAV today, I feel like not moving for a while. I also need to let the paint cure a bit more. overrun 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share Posted November 16, 2016 Google is being a bad influence on me. chaseracer, Bfg and Skizzer 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardmorris Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 How about the rarest dolly scheme? Grey n cream. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share Posted November 16, 2016 How about the rarest dolly scheme? White n cream. It's rare for a reason. Grey and red is the ultimate Dolly scheme. Never did like white and grey. Is grey/cream not the rarest? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardmorris Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 I was getting fuddled! See pic. Grey n red is best dolly I agree. But overall I like the yellow n black Charleston. All after my own bleu Celeste of course! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 16, 2016 Author Share Posted November 16, 2016 Ha! I didn't even notice that you'd said grey! Yellow and Black Charleston is a corker, but my 2CV is a long way from factory settings. Maybe I'll try out some art on some front and rear wings and see how that looks before desecrating my lovely new bodyshell. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 How about a Sausss Ente? Bfg and dollywobbler 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardmorris Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 I'd noticed my first error and corrected as you were replying. It wasn't deliberate!My favourite non standard one was at the London to Brighton a few years ago. A harlequein with every panel a different colour, each seat and door card was different too. It looked very smart and was owned by a painter whose son was an upholstery specialist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
richardmorris Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 How about a Sausss Ente? I have a French toy model of that one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Or OMGJB007YO chaseracer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman Posted November 16, 2016 Share Posted November 16, 2016 Also available in half arsed: Asimo, They_all_do_that_sir, michael1703 and 1 other 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 Tigerente, after a German childrens' programme by Janosch: The original: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 17, 2016 Author Share Posted November 17, 2016 Some interesting ideas. Not what I fancy, but definitely reinforcing my art car desires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beko1987 Posted November 17, 2016 Share Posted November 17, 2016 How good is Rachel with a felt tip pen? http://www.boredpanda.com/car-art-sharpie-pen-drawing/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 17, 2016 Author Share Posted November 17, 2016 You're not the first person to show me that link! I love it. I question my wife's patience though. And mine to be fair. beko1987 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Noel Tidybeard Posted November 18, 2016 Share Posted November 18, 2016 me likey the grey-n-red Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Junkman Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 I just tried to provide some inspiration, but you'll have to come up with your own scheme, of course.If it was mine, I'd simply paint it a nice colour and none of this funky munky. alf892 and oldcars 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bfg Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 ..I have the same challenge with what colour or colours to paint my Ami super.. ? Despite being a certified ol' giffer.., the 'original' beige isn't my scene.. issues I face are that the panels are dented and so a nice paint job would just show them up even more. so I'm considering satin finishes and non geometric applied vehicle graphics ...something like the roof in Welsh sheep's wool ! I think the 2cv is actually much easier because its bulbous wings & separate headlamps are already 'cuter looking'.. and it's doors are an unadorned flat canvas just crying out for a 'splash' of fun. Personally, I've always most liked the 2cv in 'white with green wings' with green roof - so I might well go for that ..and then add something like this along your white doors. or or or, if perhaps you'd prefer something like blue wings over the white canvas of body colour .. then this in a matching blue would look great.. perhaps with Mickey's ear (below) being the 2cv's rear wing ..or else if that's just too much fun - then here's just a few less usual 2cv Dolly colours..Great illustrations & choices of colours imo (which might say something for my tastes !?) Hope that inspires.. Bfg alf892 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 19, 2016 Author Share Posted November 19, 2016 All interesting stuff. Anyway, latest video! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexi Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Thanks for entertaining us mate. You know, you have a face and a personality for stand up. I just keep waiting for you to take the absolute piss............... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 19, 2016 Author Share Posted November 19, 2016 Er, ok. Not sure what that's all about. I think I have a great face for radio myself... chaseracer 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 19, 2016 Author Share Posted November 19, 2016 Actual action! Needed to fit a seal to the new stainless steel vent flap. Not done this before, but you just hammer the outer edge to grip the seal. Easy! Then it's a case of fitting it in place, which 12 tiny 5.5mm nuts. That are very easy to lose. I've also placed yet another order with ECAS 2CV Parts, including chassis tape. Sadly, Alan was out of stock when we dropped the body onto the chassis, so it'll have to come off again for that to be fitted. Otherwise, it'll be hideously crashy and noisy. Now wondering what other lightweight stuff I can fit. Wiring loom maybe? Then I can fit the rear lights and number plate, and the back end will look nigh on finished. Six-cylinder and Skizzer 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vulgalour Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Just be aware when you're fitting things like lights and trim if the paint is still soft you run the risk of getting indents in the paint that can collect moisture and undo the work. Super to see it coming together again, the biggest hurdle is done with now the body is straight and that rust protection is extremely wise. One thing that does have to be reinstated is Elly's name on the vent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 19, 2016 Author Share Posted November 19, 2016 Yup, I'm having to tread VERY carefully. Vent flap nuts have to be relatively loose though, or you crinkle the seal and find yet another way to let moisture in. Elly's name will return at some point. Rather depends on what route I go down in terms of graphics/art. I'm away for much of next week (coming up your way hopefully) so that'll give the paint some extra curing time. Garage still smells like a sodding bodyshop at everytime I lift the door at the moment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy18s Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 19, 2016 Author Share Posted November 19, 2016 Don't get me started on that abomination. Ghosty and andy18s 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lexi Posted November 19, 2016 Share Posted November 19, 2016 Vent flaps are fantastic. I didn't even know 2cv had them. Do you have mesh screens? SpareSnare 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dollywobbler Posted November 19, 2016 Author Share Posted November 19, 2016 Yes. Very necessary to stop you from swallowing insects. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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