Latest Addition (Number 1)

[seamusuk]

I was thinking....638???

I wonder what Perivale's reason for this was- if it had followed the pattern of both previous and following models it should have been model 632. Think 26(2), 61(2), 91(2) and the following 65(2).

Any ideas ??

Seamus

 

[turbopowerpaul]

Congrats on a great find Seamus.

Dont know much about the 638, but it looks in great condition and i am sure that you will be able to work some magic on the hood graze.

The grey paintwork looks in lovely condition. surprising when you consider that usually, when you see a 652 senior for example, its usually all scraped to hell and back.

a great addition to your superb collection.

really pleased.
paul

 

[kenmore81]

Very nice. one of my Favs. and I love the color too Seamus =)

 

[seamusuk]

Well the kit arrived yesterday....

So I should get round to having a go this evening- IF I can find the Dremel(well a cheap Argos copy) lol!.

Paul

The paint on the base did have a few scuffs but Autosol took care of those. If I can get rid of or at least improve the scratches I will be a VERY happy man !.

Thanks for the superb comment- I know others have collections more worthy of that title than mine tho. Having said that you and Rob would be very welcome to come for a viewing at some point in the future .

Seamus

Seamus

 

[seamusuk]

Initial results....

Are looking VERY promising

Hey Guys

Using the small wheels on my Bosch rechargable drill(couldnt find the other thing lol) and firstly the cutting , then the polishing compound ive managed to GREATLY improve those hood scratches- maybe by 70-80% .

Ive done half as a comparison , a pic will follow once the camera charges!

Seamus

 

[seamusuk]

See where I stopped

 

[aussie-plugs]

Autosol?

Hi Seamus,

Great results!

You mentioned Autosol for cleaning up the paintwork. Which of their products do you use? The aluminium polish?

I've found the aluminium polish works well on the hood plastics and buffs to a great shine once the hard work is done. I've practised on an old grey 652 hood and recently did my pink 652 hood very successfully. I have to admit it wasn't nearly as damaged as your 638 hood though. The plastic restoration kit you're using seems excellent.

Nick

 

[seamusuk]

After the 1st session......

Nick

Yup the base was polished with the standard metal Autosol- I find it works great on most plastics, this neeeded more help tho.........

There will be another session at least before im totally happy with this hood, but as you can see the improvement is noticeable .

 

[seamusuk]

Closer up...

.

 

[seamusuk]

Angled

.