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lough3969 wrote: ↑Mon Jun 25, 18 8:42 pm =P~ Remind me... did you design the induction cowl or was it inspired by something?
Scoop was inspired by a Bill Jenkins design from the early days of Pro stock and modified eliminator, many cars used similar styles in the early 70's.
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Ahh yes is that a grump lump... or was that a term for any intake or scoop.. :rr:
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Yes that is the style referred to by scoop manufacturers as a Grump lump...
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Cleaned off a couple of years worth of crap and fired it up for the first time in 2 years, no dramas. Full nut and bolt check next then out on the road for some troubleshooting...
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That’s a couple of great pictures Blue.
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That looks like such a nice garage space. :thumbright:
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any garage with two good looking cars will make a great place,

good work Blue :thumbright: :thumbright:
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Woof!
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Crackin' job as usual Blue
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Great stuff Blue! :thumbright:
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Terrorised the locals for a bit today, sorted a few minor niggles, I think I can confidently say it's back on the road.
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Great stuff Blue, and some nice photos to boot :thumbright:
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very cool blue. =D>
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Fantastic mate, absolutely great!! :thumbright: :thumbright: :thumbright: Great job.
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A greatly deserved milestone reached !!!
Well done :thumbright:
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