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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #150 on: April 25, 2023, 03:42:15 PM »
Good to see an update, Marcus. I can't imagine the patience it takes to restore a car these days, especially if you also have to deal with shipping from the US to Australia. Keep on it!

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #151 on: April 25, 2023, 04:38:26 PM »
   Hi Marcus I was just reading your post and you mention needing reverse lights, I have a set that you can have. They need to be replated, but if you don't mind doing that you can have them. If you want I can post photos of the set. Just let me know.

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #152 on: September 27, 2023, 04:55:34 PM »
Hi Guys,

Its been a while, thought I would check in. My restoration has come to a bit of a halt, however still moving forwards in the shape of a new shed with plenty of clear floor space and a car hoist. The concrete has been poured, shed gets built starting October 23.
When finished it will be 26' deep, 45' long and 11' high, or (8m X 14m X 3.6m high)
Hoping to send some progress photos soon, and chase after more help and parts.

Regards

Marcus


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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #153 on: September 28, 2023, 09:03:54 AM »
Congrats, Marcus! That should make working on the Skylark even more enjoyable.

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Need a good workspace! (Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration)
« Reply #154 on: September 28, 2023, 03:53:00 PM »
Dear Marcus, Chuck, and mid-60s Buick caregivers,

My restoration has come to a bit of a halt, however still moving forwards in the shape of a new shed with plenty of clear floor space and a car hoist. The concrete has been poured, shed gets built starting October 23.
When finished it will be 26' deep, 45' long and 11' high, or (8m X 14m X 3.6m high)
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Thanks for keeping us posted Marcus!  You cannot restore a car without a place to do the work and your shed will most definitely do the trick!

Cheers, Edouard

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #155 on: October 24, 2023, 11:38:13 PM »
Hi Guys,
Im having a little boast here, my new shed is built. It sure makes the old one look small.

Waiting on an electrician to complete wiring, hoping to get the floor painted this weekend and a two-post hoist will be installed 6th November.

Looking forward to having my Skylark sitting in there while I place it all back together.

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Marcus

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #156 on: October 25, 2023, 11:25:43 AM »
Really nice, Markus! So great to have space and ceiling height to accommodate a lift. Enjoy and keep us posted as the Skylark enters the new work space.

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Congratulations! (Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration)
« Reply #157 on: October 25, 2023, 12:48:44 PM »
Congratulations Marcus on your new workspace!

Indeed it looks wonderful.  I'm sure you'll be happy working on your Skylark in there!

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #158 on: October 25, 2023, 01:29:51 PM »
Very nice shed, congrats!
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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #159 on: October 25, 2023, 08:49:30 PM »
   Looks great Markus,   :thumbsup:    really nice!  Here in NYC your shed is considered a 3 car garage !!!

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #160 on: October 26, 2023, 02:20:26 AM »
Nice new work space! Should have plenty of space to lay things out! I could use a space like that myself!

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #161 on: November 22, 2023, 09:36:50 PM »
Hi My US Friends,

The new shed has been wired up and I'm starting to fit it out. Put the chassis up on the hoist for the first time, it works a treat.

Time to get back to work on rebuild.

Marcus

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #162 on: November 23, 2023, 06:30:00 AM »
It's great to see the chassis on the lift in your new shed. If it stays that clean and organized you'll be my hero!!  :occasion14:

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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #163 on: November 23, 2023, 06:48:07 AM »
Congratulations...looks great. Post more pictures when you filler up.
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Re: 65 Skylark Down Under Restoration
« Reply #164 on: December 21, 2023, 12:46:31 AM »
Hi Buick Fans,

Had some 225/60's fitted to my rims this week.

Some new shoes for Christmas..

Marcus