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seppuku
#1 Posted : Tuesday, April 23, 2013 7:44:32 PM
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Where is a good place to have an old car restored? It's pretty solid mechanically so it's mostly the body and interior that need attention. I am looking for creative and friendly guys who are not afraid to involve me in the process. Reviews will be highly appreciated.
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#2 Posted : Tuesday, April 23, 2013 10:13:24 PM
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seppuku wrote:
Where is a good place to have an old car restored? It's pretty solid mechanically so it's mostly the body and interior that need attention. I am looking for creative and friendly guys who are not afraid to involve me in the process. Reviews will be highly appreciated.


Mash Auto actually do a good job of that, especially body work. it might cost you a pretty penny. Pay them a visit. They are on Waiyaki Way next to Athi River Mining Offices as you are heading to town.
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#3 Posted : Wednesday, April 24, 2013 2:21:27 AM
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brayokasa4 wrote:
seppuku wrote:
Where is a good place to have an old car restored? It's pretty solid mechanically so it's mostly the body and interior that need attention. I am looking for creative and friendly guys who are not afraid to involve me in the process. Reviews will be highly appreciated.


Mash Auto actually do a good job of that, especially body work. it might cost you a pretty penny. Pay them a visit. They are on Waiyaki Way next to Athi River Mining Offices as you are heading to town.
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how much do they roughly charge?
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#4 Posted : Wednesday, April 24, 2013 8:15:15 AM
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are you looking for mainly body work, drop me an email wilyumv at gmail, i can direct you to good guys who do a perfect job.
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#5 Posted : Wednesday, April 24, 2013 9:46:32 AM
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Volunteer phone numbers please if possible.
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#6 Posted : Wednesday, April 24, 2013 9:53:30 AM
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@kollabo, weka email yako hapa,wil send the number
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#7 Posted : Wednesday, April 24, 2013 10:53:48 AM
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@wilyum send me the no as well my email mumo04@yahoo.com
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seppuku
#8 Posted : Wednesday, April 24, 2013 11:00:01 AM
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Thanks guys. @brayokasa4, I'll check out Mash Auto. @wilyum, send me the number via ppukuse@gmail.com.
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#9 Posted : Wednesday, April 24, 2013 11:31:07 AM
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#10 Posted : Wednesday, April 24, 2013 3:32:23 PM
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african coloner wrote:
brayokasa4 wrote:
seppuku wrote:
Where is a good place to have an old car restored? It's pretty solid mechanically so it's mostly the body and interior that need attention. I am looking for creative and friendly guys who are not afraid to involve me in the process. Reviews will be highly appreciated.


Mash Auto actually do a good job of that, especially body work. it might cost you a pretty penny. Pay them a visit. They are on Waiyaki Way next to Athi River Mining Offices as you are heading to town.
smile smile


how much do they roughly charge?


Depends on the work which is to go into the car plus the materials which they will use. If you want to get it into Concours D'elegance shape then.....
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#11 Posted : Wednesday, April 24, 2013 4:37:45 PM
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What is the car model...
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seppuku
#12 Posted : Thursday, April 25, 2013 9:11:08 AM
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josimar wrote:
What is the car model...


Suzuki Jimny 1996 model. Pretty run down body but engine runs great and the 4WD is impressive. I need the sagging bumper fixed and the body repainted. I also want the interior souped up a bit. As far as the mechanics go, the car needs a new suspension system and some good rust treatment in the engine.
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#13 Posted : Thursday, April 25, 2013 9:51:24 AM
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Can anyone recommend an EXPERT in restoring VW Beetle engines?
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#14 Posted : Wednesday, May 22, 2013 11:13:01 AM
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seppuku wrote:
josimar wrote:
What is the car model...


Suzuki Jimny 1996 model. Pretty run down body but engine runs great and the 4WD is impressive. I need the sagging bumper fixed and the body repainted. I also want the interior souped up a bit. As far as the mechanics go, the car needs a new suspension system and some good rust treatment in the engine.


Took it to CMC today and they couldn't as much as look at the "jalopy"! First person I asked at the reception said to wait until she spots the mech passing then she'll draw his attention to my car. She left after 5 minutes without the mech ever happening. Next person I asked said no mech to look at the car. Couldn't even leave with a quote, but he gave me an appointment for 3rd April anyway - though I asked to be scheduled for 1st April. No explanations given. Nani najua specialist ya hii gari. The one who can help me with the suspension.
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#15 Posted : Wednesday, May 22, 2013 12:19:11 PM
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i usually wonder when we will achieve the status of pimp my ride usa/uk where by they rebuilt every thing for u giving u a new feel for your old car
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seppuku
#16 Posted : Wednesday, May 22, 2013 12:24:12 PM
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By the way, is there anything that can be done to a car body and engine to get rid of rust completely?
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#17 Posted : Wednesday, May 22, 2013 2:20:40 PM
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@Seppuku,

Yes.There is a process known as sand blasting.It involves sand in a barrel forced through a nozzle by high pressure compressed air.Then follow with normal paint work and you kiss rust good-bye.See a demo of fine sand blasting in the video below.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=knsEdxVUUdU
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seppuku
#18 Posted : Wednesday, May 22, 2013 2:43:47 PM
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Njung'e wrote:
@Seppuku,

Yes.There is a process known as sand blasting.It involves sand in a barrel forced through a nozzle by high pressure compressed air.Then follow with normal paint work and you kiss rust good-bye.See a demo of fine sand blasting in the video below.

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Jeez! Trust wazuans to deliver each time. Thanks @Njung'e.
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Njung'e
#19 Posted : Wednesday, May 22, 2013 3:17:27 PM
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@Seppuku,
Karibu.
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#20 Posted : Wednesday, May 22, 2013 3:49:58 PM
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Checkout classic cars kenya on fb loads of info and contacts of garages
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