Is that blue colour on the checker plate just a protective layer? Also how much is a sheet of checker plate that big?

haha i don't think this thread is work safe anymore. Are those boots the clip on ones?

I got rid of my 2 wheels and upgraded to 4. If i was on my bike and came across a dirt jump or something i would just have to have a go at it. Too many accidents in the end so i sold it. I think its alright to ride on the road as long as you are an experienced rider and can ride close to the gutter and keep the bloody steering straight. And if theres a footpath with a concrete pathway they must ride on that. You must wear lycra as well.

Im worried about the allignment of these ebay panels as im still yet to fit front gaurds, doors, sills, bonnet, front apron, beaver panel and tailgate. The rear quarters are also aftermarket panels but they were put on there before i got the ute. I guess it takes time and patience to get it right. It couldnt be to bad really i have seen some nice dattos with these panels. I'll see how it all goes.

Not worth running the ca20. A lot better engine choices and setups are out there. I once read a post from a member of this club. The best place for a ca20 is in the back of ute on the way to the dump.

When i was going around all the import places up here in Brisbane searching for a ca18det manual half cut, most places had a surplus of auto ca18det's. if they didnt have a manual they tried sellin me an auto. I eventually found a manual half cut. Are there any japanese engine import places down in your area? If so give them a try.

It doesnt look to bad. Have you got any photos of where it is rusted on the subframe? I wish i had of bought a better ute shell because today when i was removing a tonne of bog i uncovered all these big rust holes around the roof. In a way im glad i removed the bog so i can fix it properly. Good luck with your project its a pity about the rust and bog but i guess those things can happen when you by things unseen.

Id say remove the gaurds, cut a piece of sheet metal to the right size and if you don't have a mig or tig take it to an exhaust shop or something so it can be welded in place and im sure they can do it in like 10mins. Then when the patch is welded in apply some bog and smooth it out. I like to stay away from fibreglass its some nasty ####

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welcome mattyk and ryan dont worry about your 1200 looks much better than mine when i got it, at least yours has panels on it and you have 6-8 years like you said. My mum wants mine sent off to get painted by the end of next week so she can have her garage back. Good luck to both of you with your dattos