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Old 06-08-2008, 11:49 PM   #690 (permalink)
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Blackfly - '98 Metro
90 day: 78.69 mpg (US)

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90 day: 128.28 mpg (US)
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Originally Posted by LostCause View Post
Looking at those pictures, I'm amazed at how well the paint has held up. I suppose you guys don't get as much UV damage...or is that shine from blood and sweat?
Combination of both, I guess. The exterior paint was dry and oxidized, but after a light going over with polishing compound, it really comes up nicely with a coat of wax.

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Why don't you protect the exposed metal (control arms, transmission, etc.) with paint or some kind of covering? Also, I would think a complete underpan would help keep salt spray and junk out of the motor bay.
It's all on the to-do list!
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