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Title: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on April 19, 2010, 06:12:21 PM
She's finally off to the Auto Elecs - then back next week for the Exhaust Fitting and mechanical fit off - then the rest of the wiring (for all the toys) not long now!!!!

More pics in the gallery
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Post by: BusyKiwi on April 19, 2010, 06:36:48 PM
looking good
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Post by: Rogue Trooper on April 20, 2010, 06:01:02 AM
Certainly is! Loving those nice straight lines!
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Post by: Mark B on April 20, 2010, 08:35:19 AM
looks fantiastic Mezzmo!
Can't wait to see this with my own eyes  ;D
Well done, mate
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Post by: Bedfordcrazy on April 20, 2010, 03:05:50 PM
congrats mate love that lime green colour, is it decked out inside ? can't wait to see more pics. i'm jelous.  ;D
George
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Post by: able on April 20, 2010, 08:51:03 PM
oh hooo mezzmo.

the way the sun has changed the color slightly in the pic makes it look almost like my paint choice.

i hope you don't mind but i have printed it out and its on the fridge for motivational purposes.
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Post by: mezzmo on April 20, 2010, 10:15:21 PM
yeah - i'm really startiing to get excited about her now, she's starting to look just the way i saw her in my head!!! Glad you like her enough for a motivational pic Able - pleasure to be on your fridge - she's not decked out inside Crazy but you can get a glimpse of some of the interior in my gallery that's going inside - i'm really looking forward to her coming home so i can start the fit out.

More pics as they come to hand!!! Thanks for the kind words lads
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Post by: jimsvan on April 20, 2010, 10:27:12 PM
hey mezzmo would love to see your van after its decked out i only live in berwick not far from ya im decking mine out atm i have pics up on me gallery
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Post by: outriding on April 21, 2010, 02:29:23 AM
Does that paint change color in the sun? Looks good!
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Post by: ben on April 21, 2010, 12:19:18 PM
Only if it fades lol
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Post by: able on April 21, 2010, 03:41:41 PM
mez's color is a solid color but the dusk sun has changed it a bit in the above pic.

and mez, your modesty personified  ;D you know your doing a bloody good job!

if mine looks half that good i will be happy
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Post by: ben on April 21, 2010, 07:17:26 PM
Able i think your doing a fantastic job also. That flare photo you posted recently looked fantastic
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Post by: able on April 21, 2010, 07:37:34 PM
im always chasing money for the next step ben. the greatest tool i have is this site and the advise i get from its members.
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Post by: Bedfordcrazy on April 22, 2010, 09:29:16 AM
That green reminds me of the green bedford van that vanished from the face of the earth in about 78-79, the young couple were driving from one side of sydney to north shore, the van vanished, was never seen again, couple were never seen again. Rumour has it that they were connected to the sydney drug scene, and the van was lying in a very deep dam somewhere. Does anyone else remember the story. The van was lime green.
George.
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Post by: obsession on April 22, 2010, 11:22:43 AM
the reward is still active
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Post by: Bedfordcrazy on April 22, 2010, 11:49:43 AM
Hi able, i havent heard about it for years, I remember back in the early 80s the news papers ran full page stories, with maps and large pics of the bedford they were driving. I had not thought about it untill about 6 months ago, when they had one of these shows on like darklands or simular, and they did a re-enactment of another drugs case, and part of the show had a couple in a VW van, everything was identical to the bedford disappearence except for the van, the show used a vw instead of the bedford. I wonder if they will ever solve the case ?
George.
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Post by: restoreid on April 22, 2010, 04:25:11 PM
Hey guys I remember that Green Bedy probably taken by little green men That's why I didnt paint mine green hah
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Post by: arron on April 22, 2010, 07:54:08 PM
looks great mezmo i agree if mine even looks half as good as that when finished ill be very happy
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Post by: Dave on April 22, 2010, 10:37:23 PM
Type "green bedford van" in google you will get this story and the one about the van that went missing.
I was looking to see if I could find any othe lime greem beddies around some time ago and at the time it was the only one I found, there are at least two in Perth, one with no working lights (mine) and one in good nick.

Dave
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Post by: SkippyThBushKangeroo on April 23, 2010, 01:21:39 AM
ok googled it . . . lots of shat bout green bedford vans an this post. . . BUT. . . couldnt see anything about the green missing bedford  ???  ???   ??? is that cos its missin?  ::) the plot thickens . .  even the article  about the green missing bedford IS MISSING gasp!!!! this is indeed sinister. . or . .just coincidence  ???  ???maybe the missing article is in the same place as the missing green beddy   is this in itself a "misstery"  ::)  ::)  hmmmm think i better miss off eh   :P
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Post by: SkippyThBushKangeroo on April 23, 2010, 01:36:00 AM
OMG . .  i have just noticed the colour of the van behind me in me avatar. . i hope its not the . . .  nah couldnt be  :-X
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on April 29, 2010, 06:49:11 PM
UPDATE.......UPDATE.......
She's been wired and is ready to fire - currently sitting at the exhaust  guys waiting for those beeeaaauuuutiful pipes to be fitted. Back to the mechanics on Saturday (hopefully) then in two weeks - she's back home ready for the final wiring and fit out.

I'll post some more pics as soon as i get em' ----exciting times ahead!!
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Post by: jimsvan on April 29, 2010, 07:44:17 PM
hey mezzmo good to see everything is working out im getting james to wire my van up soon when i buy me invertors and ill get him to wire some other stuff too. good to see its getting there look forward in seeing pictures
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Post by: mezzmo on April 30, 2010, 07:38:42 AM
You wont go wrong, James is one of those rare creatures that says he'll do something and actually does it - he's been a pleasure to work with and really seems to know his stuff!!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on May 04, 2010, 06:38:56 PM
Heart break my fellow bedowins!! i was at the exhaust place today and we have decided not run the lake pipes - several reasons and all pretty legit!   :-[ a very sad day indeed, however all is not lost a i wil be putting them on the Vette instead so its not a total loss - (still think they would have looked better on the van though)
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Post by: Rogue Trooper on May 05, 2010, 04:30:45 AM
Gutted!  :'( They would have looked crash hot.
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Post by: Warren on May 05, 2010, 12:43:01 PM
What - not even as dummies ?

Warren
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Post by: Rogue Trooper on May 05, 2010, 01:17:36 PM
Definitely not. Dummies are not cool at any time.
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Post by: mezzmo on May 05, 2010, 10:45:55 PM
gotta agree with rogue on that one!
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Post by: rossie on May 06, 2010, 12:18:04 AM
Mezz, l hope you dont climb out of the vett on a nice hot summers day wearing thongs and shorts(thongs on the feet) and burn your leg on the bloody things as l did acouple of months back on a mates vett, they do look great. it's a blown roadster with the lakes and does it look the part. (his selling it) ::) ;D >:( ::)
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on May 06, 2010, 07:31:46 AM
Ha Ha - i know what you mean Rossi - i used to have them on an old panel van - trust me though, you only do it a couple of times!!
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Post by: Mark B on May 06, 2010, 09:42:40 AM
Ah well Mezzmo,

You gotta take the good with the Bad  8)

I CANNOT wait to see your beauty in action my man!

keep us posted !!!!!

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Post by: rossie on May 07, 2010, 10:00:46 AM
Very true Mezz, at least l dont have to shave that part of my leg and they realy do look the part :o ;D
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Post by: mezzmo on May 20, 2010, 07:48:54 PM
Mate, ive got some serious wood happenin here!!!!! just gt back from the mech's and first turn of the key she fired and runs like a bloody beauty - i even video'd the occasion but have no idea how to upload it - i tell ya, its like smakin a new born in the bum and hearing it scream for the first time - reckon i even teared up there a bit (comment not for face book) WOO HOO - she comes home tomorrow to start the fit out and finish the electrical..........life is good!

P.S. - runs sweet as a nut - i reckon i could balance a 20c piece on the head while she idles.......happy as a pig in shit!!!!!
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Post by: eddy on May 20, 2010, 08:00:44 PM
WOOO HOOOOO go mezzie go mezzie  ;D
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Post by: Kirk on May 20, 2010, 08:38:53 PM
Yay....you put heaps of work into her:)

Hey it just occured to me, that when i use your old dash, that will kinda make our vans related? or something...kinda:) ahahaha
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Post by: jimsvan on May 20, 2010, 11:01:17 PM
good to see ya van is going great mezzmo i take it james has finished wiring the van cant wait to see the van decked out
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on May 21, 2010, 07:28:18 AM
Wirings not finished yet, James busted his ass to get the engine loom, gauges and necessary stuff ready for the fire up and he is making the balance of the loom off site. Spoke with him yesterday and we are hoping to finish off in the next couple of weeks.
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Post by: Warren on May 21, 2010, 01:15:27 PM
It's great when a plan comes together.

Keep up the great work Mez, and keep us informed

As for uploading Vis - from memory - same as pics

Warren
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Post by: mezzmo on May 23, 2010, 07:00:04 PM
Got the girl home on saturday and spent the day cleaning her up and generally checking her over. Today i started work on the engine cover which needs some dramatic surgery, and also the shifter console.

More pics in the gallery -

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Post by: Rogue Trooper on May 24, 2010, 06:05:36 AM
OOOOOOHWEEEEEEE!!! Nice!! I do like that very much! 8)
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Post by: ben on May 24, 2010, 09:31:15 AM
hope you can get that engine cover out when its done mezz. my red van has quick unbolt screws on the front of passenger seat and it bolted down like a sway bar at the rear so you can tilt it backward to get the damn engine cover out!!

ben
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Post by: MaTTe on June 01, 2010, 12:43:35 AM
Hey Mezz, its looking good mate. These next few weeks will be the most painful as it's so close but so far, but it will all be worth while soon after.

I'm keen to see her when you venture out to the wild west on the variety bash
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Post by: mezzmo on June 01, 2010, 01:57:35 PM
i know what you mean Ben - thats why i have made it in 4 pieces - ezy as to get out if need be.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on June 13, 2010, 05:33:51 PM

Gotta love long weekends!!

Fit keyless entry- Check
Fit Electric Window motors - Check
Upholster A pillars to hide wiring - checkidy check check check!
Upholster Seatbelt supports and refit seat belts - Check
Re fit heater box - Check
Service and refit Heater fan - Check
Re run cabeling for the heater / demister - Check
Fit new on off tap for heater - Check
Fit Amplifier - Check
Fit Horn - Check
Fit Washer Bottle Assembly - Check
Fit Grill and Headlight Surrounds - Check
Fit bonnet Catch - Check
Mount Dash - Check

Monday:
Finish upholstery of Engine Cover
Finish Door Trim Upholstery (for new electric switches)
Upholster Floor Console
Fit steering column cover
Fisnish Wiring (hopefully)






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Post by: Bedfordcrazy on June 14, 2010, 02:20:01 PM
hey mezzmo, do you have any pics of your electric windows, and the set up, switches.
george
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Post by: mezzmo on June 14, 2010, 04:25:14 PM
i'll post em soon mate
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Post by: Warren on June 14, 2010, 06:05:08 PM
i'll post em soon mate

Carn mate stop teasin us - you know werea ll Beddie vouyer here.

Warren
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Post by: Bedfordcrazy on June 15, 2010, 12:00:55 PM
thanks mezz
george
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Post by: mezzmo on June 16, 2010, 09:11:11 PM
Okay! Wiring is DONE - woo hoo - you can start to get an idea of how cozy the cab is by the attached pic. Just the console to upholster and the steering column cover to put on and that's it - windscreen Friday, bubble windows on Saturday and she's on the road - she then goes off to Race Paint in Braeside for the rest of the fit out which i'm doing with the guys there.

Everything is on schedule and lookin sharp!!

More pics in my gallery - also pics of how i mounted the aftermarket power window winders.
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Post by: Mark B on June 17, 2010, 09:24:18 AM
Rock AND Roll  ;D

looking sharp Mezzmo - I think we're all GREEN with envy LOL

Well done son!
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Post by: SkippyThBushKangeroo on June 17, 2010, 11:56:19 AM
[quote author=rossie l
Very true Mezz, at least l dont have to shave that part of my leg and they realy do look the part :o ;D                                                                                          wot  ???  ???  ???  yor legs look th part.  . . . . shaved  ??? or unshaved parts   ???  ???   :o an image invades my minds eye  which wont fade :P i can only shake my head & wonder at all of the internal visuals that lifes rich tapestry throws at us ay   ???  ::)  ;D  ;D 
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Post by: mezzmo on June 17, 2010, 06:25:46 PM
O'k Skip, i have a fair grasp of the english language but i gotta ask......What the F**ck are you talking about?????
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Post by: Warren on June 17, 2010, 06:29:02 PM
It's the drugs man - the drugs

 :o ??? ;)
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Post by: BusyKiwi on June 17, 2010, 07:19:07 PM
It's the drugs man - the drugs

 :o ??? ;)

The pink ones stop you from screaming - muhahaha

*my voices are louder than your voices*

*I know the voices in my head aren't real but sometimes they have some pretty good ideas*
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: SkippyThBushKangeroo on June 18, 2010, 11:21:19 AM
ok mezzmo my man fair enough. .  page four of this thread 3rd comment down from rossie, about not havin to shave his legs & yes i know he meant the pipes lookin the part .,buut . . i could not let that one pass  ;D.  .  warren . . . no comment due to possible & unfounded incrimination  ::) & busy. . . yor just jelous cos the voices only talk to me  ;D  ;D  ;D . . there is always method in my insanity,s . . .  .ps yor van mez is a true example of unrequitted dedication n love , i am wrapped at yor achievments mate, may u be rollin the road sooner than later as yor efferts deserve this  ;)
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Post by: mezzmo on June 18, 2010, 10:28:09 PM
Now i understand Skip! its all clear again.....thanks for the kind words mate, flattery will always get you anywhere!!!
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Post by: rossie on June 19, 2010, 10:15:24 AM
Don,t go shaving your legs Skip, it will start stories ;D ;D ;D
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Post by: Dano on June 19, 2010, 01:58:40 PM
how do you shave with those little arms??????? what can you reach....OH the important parts, gottchya! ;)
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Post by: SkippyThBushKangeroo on June 19, 2010, 03:40:48 PM
SIGH. . .LOL rossie if that aint th kettle callin th pot black mate. . my minds eye image included a tutu  ;D   ;D  ;D . . dano  :o  :o that sounds almost peverted  :P , but yor right mate skinny little half arms n useless three toelike claws, hard to change gears too, why the beddy,s an auto  ;D  ;D luckily mrs skippy wax,s me but!! . .  ;) ;D  ;D
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Post by: mezzmo on June 19, 2010, 04:51:46 PM
she waxes your butt - geez thats gotta hurt!!
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Post by: mezzmo on June 19, 2010, 07:16:16 PM
Cant believe its time for the MAIDEN VOYAGE tomorrow (sunday) Once the screens in, i'm taking it over to race paint for the final touches - gotta be completely finished by July 11 for the scrutineering for the bash. We're pretty well on schedule - time will tell!

In the meantime, here's some more pics of her sitting in the sun - is it wrong for me to have a bit of a chubby as i'm taking the pics? (did i say that out loud?)
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Post by: SkippyThBushKangeroo on June 19, 2010, 07:58:56 PM
lookin spunky mezzmo,  lookin spunky. . . an yes just after i posted that had to shoot through an wondered who,d pick up wot i,d left myeslf wide open for LOL  :D  ;)
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Post by: Sweet Shock on June 19, 2010, 08:46:29 PM
Love it, Job well done!
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Post by: Bedfordcrazy on June 19, 2010, 09:24:24 PM
awesome Mezz.
george
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Post by: Warren on June 19, 2010, 09:58:44 PM
Lookng good Mezz - fantastic effort

Warren
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Post by: doofhard on June 20, 2010, 12:24:53 AM
Can I actually see it?
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Post by: mezzmo on June 20, 2010, 08:52:22 AM
She goes today around lunchtime Doof, i should have her back in about 4 weeks mate - you welcome to come for a look.
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Post by: jimsvan on June 20, 2010, 10:25:41 AM
id love to come see too
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Post by: John Abbott on June 20, 2010, 10:50:20 AM
God damn that looks a treat Mezz.... ::) You will be a proud little budgie driving that in the bash for sure.  cheers...johnno ;D
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Post by: rubman on June 20, 2010, 06:34:32 PM
I had a look on friday night over a couple beers, OOWW BABY damn nice.
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Post by: mezzmo on June 21, 2010, 08:20:11 AM
Well, after NATIONAL WINDSCREENS in FRANKSTON let me down big time on friday, John came round on Sunday to lend a hand and after 20 minutes the screen was in!!! SCREW YOU NATIONAL - YA PACK A PRICKS.

Anyhoo.....maiden voyage yesterday to braeside (about 20 minutes away) and not a problem, got her up to 100 on the freeway and she just cruised - lotsa noise as the windows have to go in yet but all in all it was brill!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: jimsvan on June 21, 2010, 07:38:06 PM
hey messmo how much did james charge you to wire ya van up
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Post by: mezzmo on June 26, 2010, 10:17:22 AM
Here it is folks, the video of her first official outing............

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oDHT1A1_0U (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9oDHT1A1_0U)

Thanks to all for the help and advice along the way!

Jim - the wiring came to around the 4k mark give or take.
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Post by: Allan on June 26, 2010, 11:10:25 AM
  Hi Mezzmo looking realy good and the brake light work well. Allan
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Post by: rossie on June 26, 2010, 02:28:45 PM
Looking realy good, is she all done? Or are they ever?
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Post by: Warren on June 26, 2010, 02:39:13 PM
Geat to see Mezzmo

Waren
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Post by: mezzmo on June 26, 2010, 03:39:03 PM
Nah - still a fair bit to finish for the bash but we have our checklist and we're on schedule - cant ask for more than that i suppose!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on July 03, 2010, 06:11:40 PM
Whew what a day - worked under the beddie all day making it bash worthy, we had 5 people crawling all over it - up, down, sideways it was awesome! I'll post some pics tomorrow night if i get a chance.
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Post by: Dano on July 03, 2010, 11:57:44 PM
go baby go!!!!!!!

let's hope you win the rally
well done Mezzmo and all!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on July 04, 2010, 02:04:01 PM
Uploaded some pics of the boys working hard - check the gallery
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Post by: Jeff on July 04, 2010, 03:02:56 PM
I've not been on line much lately, and I missed this thread developing.
A BEAUTIFUL job you've done Mezz. You must be so proud of the green Beddie.
And best of luck with the rally thing-amie.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on July 04, 2010, 04:12:06 PM
Thanks Jeff, yeah she's really coming together - got to have most finished by next Sunday for the bash scrutineer, looking like we might just make it!!!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: jimsvan on July 04, 2010, 09:33:08 PM
hey mezzmo got james to do abit of wiring on my van god he is good
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Post by: Mark B on July 04, 2010, 10:15:51 PM
very inspiring my man  ;D awesome job mezz
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Post by: mezzmo on July 05, 2010, 07:50:21 AM
Thanks Mark, Hey Jim, you're right about James - does an awesome job and a top bloke as well - hope he gets a heap of work from the boys and girls on this site.
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Post by: rossie on July 05, 2010, 11:09:12 AM
mezz were does the bash leave from?
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Post by: mezzmo on July 05, 2010, 08:58:09 PM
It leaves from Ballarat this year
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Post by: rossie on July 07, 2010, 02:31:10 PM
let us know when , so hopefully l can meet and great ;D
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Post by: mezzmo on July 07, 2010, 02:53:43 PM
No problem Rossie
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Post by: mezzmo on July 11, 2010, 03:04:50 PM
WOO HOO - had the scruteneering for the bash today where they check for the road / bash worthiness of the vehicle - a lot more intense than i thought.....passed with flying colours!!! yeah baby - 4 weeks to go but who's counting!!!

bring it on!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Dano on July 11, 2010, 04:33:05 PM
YOU ROCK MEZZ, an inparation for us all. Good luck for the bash mate! 8)
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Post by: vanner065 on July 11, 2010, 06:15:12 PM
Hey Mezz, havn't been on ere for a while, your van looks awsome, good luck with the bash  ;D
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Post by: mezzmo on July 11, 2010, 09:47:31 PM
Thanks guys, man i cant believe its so close now!
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Post by: mezzmo on July 15, 2010, 09:01:05 PM
Thanks James, hows my easy roller coming along??? wanna swap??? Here's a pic of the bull bar - how cooooool aaaaaarrrrrrgggggg    arrrrrrrgggggg   arrrrrrgggggg
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: MaTTe on July 17, 2010, 07:25:09 PM
good work mezzmo, all your hard work has definately come together
that bullbar actually suits the van, im not usually a fan, but i like it

keep us updated on the dates you'll be in wa, im sure the team over here are keen to cruise with you whether it be all the way to margs or not, im definately keen
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Adrian A_Team 4 Charity on July 18, 2010, 07:24:49 AM
Well done Mezzmo, I seem to be living my bash dream through you!
I am hoping to get my Bedford van for my bash next year, so I'm sure I'll be chatting with you about what you did and how you got it there. Whilst I am not in a Beddy this year, I have acquired a 1982 old school Jeep Cherokee and in the process of bash preparing - if I can get it on the road for our bash in Oct. Keep us informed of yours!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on July 18, 2010, 05:57:02 PM
i'll post the dates of the bash shortly, it will be great to catch up with the WA crew if possible.

Hey Adrian, if i can offer any advice on set up etc i will be happy to - probably best to wait till after the bash just to see if we went wrong somewhere! we have learnt so much through this experience its been
f**k'n awesome (and expensive!!). But.....and this is the good bit - if we have done it right, next years bash will be a piece of cake now the hard parts out of the way.

a short update.... drove her to Murchison yesterday (about 2 1/2 hours away - sat on 110kph so easily - broke down on the way home today about an hour out of Murch, simple bloody wire and we were away again - doesn't matter how much you check and re check there's always something!!!!

Living the beddie dream guys........


Mezz
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bas NZ on July 19, 2010, 04:32:46 PM
Hay Mezz, what diff ratio do you run, take it you have the standard VN 4 speed auto and not the T700. Cheers
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: ben on July 19, 2010, 08:19:27 PM
hey bas standard 4 speed auto is a turbo 700.. isnt it??
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Post by: Bas NZ on July 19, 2010, 09:09:27 PM
Ben not sure, but don't think so, well not in the VN Holden, don't think they have the lock  T..converter. Maybe someone else knows? mine hits 130km no problems but don't know diff ratio if it's standard or been changed.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: ben on July 19, 2010, 10:42:34 PM
nah vn has a locking touque converter. well mine does anyway.. but its v8 model. maybe different? but i doubt it. yours may just not be hooked up.

it will be t700 thats what they came out with standard behind the v6 and v8's in the vn..

ben
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bas NZ on July 20, 2010, 03:35:42 PM
Thanks Ben, handy to know, changing the diff soon to single wheel standard Bedford ratio, so if I don't get over the 80k mark will know it is not a T700 or that it is not hooked up. Ben, hook up is where, I guess somewhere on top of the box?  Cheers
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: ben on July 20, 2010, 09:14:05 PM
i dont know about how to hook up locking tourqe converter but its different to over drive..

overdrive is the 4th gear.. so that will work.

locking tourque converter locks the touque converter and drops the revs another 200 - 300 rpm. same as driving a manual. trany fluid wont get hot either so great for towing. you can hook up tourqe converter lock up to be able to use in any gear making it great for towing also. tow in 3rd locked up. cruise in 4th locked up, going up hill? unlock converter so if it changes down it wont bang (not good for it obviously)

ben
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bas NZ on July 20, 2010, 10:21:44 PM
Cheers, don't know much about them, but now at least have a little understanding. I just drive one!!! Thanks
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on July 21, 2010, 10:11:36 AM
hey bas sorry for the late reply, its running a t700 and the diff ratio is 3:5 well at least i think it is! I bought it off Benny and thats what he said it was - sits on about 1900rpm @ 120km's and reall has a pretty good take off at the lights as well.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: ben on July 21, 2010, 02:22:56 PM
1900 at 120! thats bit to tall ay or is it ok for the beddie?
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bas NZ on July 21, 2010, 07:19:58 PM
Hay Mezz, is the T700 standard auto's in the VN holden? Cheers
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Rogue Trooper on July 22, 2010, 06:09:41 AM
That was my understanding.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bas NZ on July 22, 2010, 07:19:29 AM
Ok then, that means the diff ratio is not really a problem, as far as hitting the speed limit on the open road, would just effect the rev's. ???
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 03, 2010, 07:42:32 AM
Here's a little teaser, she's coming up a treat - final pics by the end of the week.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bedfordcrazy on August 03, 2010, 10:19:43 AM
Hey mezz, nice, but i am assuming that what you have done with the mural and wing lights is photoshopped, is that correct. Are you planning on doing this to your van ? if so will look great.
george.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: ben on August 03, 2010, 11:21:13 AM
i think youll find they are stickers george.. gee youd be doing well to do that in photoshop
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bedfordcrazy on August 03, 2010, 01:07:12 PM
ok, the only reason i thought photoshop, mezz had a rear window, unless it is the see through vinyl graffic. I'm sure we will get the full story from mezzmo. Love the imagination though.
george.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 03, 2010, 10:29:55 PM
Its a flat piece of perspex fitted to the outside of the door covering the original window opening. That allowed us to put the graphic (sticker) right over the whole door. Its not see through as the back is now fully enclosed for storage (pics later) The side door has been replaced with one that has a large window opening, with that one we have used the see through graphics as well as the driver and passenger windows.

Its come up a treat and we will be completely finished by Friday ready for Tuesdays start. Been a hell of a ride so far......learnt a lot, swore a lot more but have had a shit load of fun.

I'll post some good quality pics on the weekend of the finished beast.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Warren on August 04, 2010, 10:28:16 AM
Hey Mezz

The wheel tyre combo in the picture, are they what your running for the bash ??

Warren
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: beddymad on August 04, 2010, 09:55:11 PM
hi mezzmo just a quick question.i have bought a similar universal power window kit.my question is does it work well?and is it worth the effort to fit it?
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 04, 2010, 11:15:51 PM
Hi Wazza, yep thats the set up we are using, 15 x 7 with a light truck tyre.

Hi Beddymad, i have removed the power windows for the time being and gone back to manual, just if the electrics broke down on the bash for whatever reason we would be up s**t creek. As far as fitting, they were easy as, for whatever reason tho, my drivers side window just wouldnt go up. Went down ok! just didnt have time to dick around with it - i'll di it when i get back.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Warren on August 05, 2010, 10:13:46 AM
Thanks Mezz, looks like a good combo, what sort od dollars for those wheels and tyres ?

All the best for the Bash - are you doing a blog or updates of any sort ?

I'd be cean to hear you progress.

Warren
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bedfordcrazy on August 05, 2010, 10:40:06 AM
hey beddymad, what was the brand of kit you bought for your windows ? I am looking at a kit that rocket sell, but am interested in anyone that have power windows and how smoothe they are in a beddy.

Hey mezz, i'm guessing any have baked sparky could do the windows.

george
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 05, 2010, 12:53:20 PM
George, mate, if i can do it.........any one can!!

Hey Wazza, i got the wheels and tyres from General Tyres in Rowville, and get this, Chris Hummer (the owner) donated them - yep - donated. 6 rims and 6 tyres, fitted and balanced. I was absolutely blown away and have been amazed at the generosity of businesses that we have become involved with through the bash. All of our headlights, driving lights, flashers etc - all donated!

You really get to see the human side of people in these instances and for the most part, its pure generosity. No demands - just happy to help. kinda makes you want to tear up!!!

Last count we are up over $10,000.00 in donations not counting the parts and accessories. Cant wait to see the looks on the kids faces as we cruise across the Nullabor.

I will be trying to upload pics etc as we go, but being the computer illiterate that i am, i cant guarantee!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 09, 2010, 01:30:35 AM
Well here we are, just 2 more sleeps and we're n the bash - been a killer weekend trying to fix all the little hiccups (of which there were plenty) its 1.30am Monday and i think i finally have it ready....touch wood. Anyhow, here's a pic of the finished baby, i've uploaded a dozen or so pics to the gallery
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Adrian A_Team 4 Charity on August 09, 2010, 08:38:08 AM
You're a star Mezzo. Have a great trip. Hope all your hard work brings you home safely.
Adrian.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bedfordcrazy on August 09, 2010, 09:20:18 AM
awesome mezz, but make sure you wear your seatbelt, dont want you falling out. lol Great graffics mate. Warm up that camera, hope you can shoot video as well, looks like you are going to have some fun.
george.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bedfordcrazy on August 09, 2010, 11:17:56 AM
hey mezz, just had a look at the rest of your pics in your gallery, 10 outa 10 mate, your ride will be the best in the bash. The colour is going to be of red by the end of the run, make sure you get a pic of it b4 you give it a bath. It has me wanting to get mine finished now, so i rang my sheet metal guy up and he will be back next week to get started again. Between you and rogue ther are going to be some nice vans out there.

george.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 09, 2010, 01:54:38 PM
Thanks Guys, Well, sparky just left so thats it - its in the lap of the gods now, if we aint ready now we never will be!

As the van belongs to me, i am the lucky stiff to be sleeping in her - but John decided that wasn't such a great idea (jealous) so the bastard has painted the entire interior in Glow in Dark Paint!!!! Now that should be interesting!

Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: nathro V2.0 on August 11, 2010, 04:00:52 PM
The van looks great! Nice job. Hope the bash goes (is going?) well.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: rossie on August 11, 2010, 05:57:23 PM
Saw quite a few bash cars driving around Ballarat, but sorry to say no mean green beddie. Have the best time Mezz (that wont be hard) ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 25, 2010, 01:00:24 PM
Back from the bash and man waht a great time - the little beddie had a few issues, like frying the electrics the day before the start, got hit by a tree on day 1 etc etc but she kept on going and made it to the end.

And.....check this out boys and girls, the little green beddie and her on board hippies took out the #1 overall winner prize for the 2010 bash. what a great end to a great trip, roll on next year!!!

More pics in the gallery and i'll upload more as they come.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bedfordcrazy on August 25, 2010, 01:58:24 PM
Hey mezmo, you long haired twit, lol  ;D ;D ;) are you sure it was a tree that did that damage to the van, and not elvis's elbow lol  ;D ;D
Also what was it like surfing in the dust, bet it clogged up the wax. lol  ;D ;D congrats mate, clad your back safe, hopefully there will be an a-team van  with you next year.

george.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: ben on August 25, 2010, 02:14:01 PM
well done mezzmo!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: rossie on August 25, 2010, 06:40:12 PM
Well Done and congrates ;D ;D
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: grandad on August 25, 2010, 06:49:46 PM
great to hear well done
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Adrian A_Team 4 Charity on August 25, 2010, 08:06:16 PM
Great to hear you are back safely and with a few good stories I'm sure. Whilst not your intention, well done on the trophy. When you are back to reality, it would be great to see your van.

Adrian.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 26, 2010, 09:10:39 AM
No problem Adrian, she's still in Perth, i think we get her back in the next cupla weeks.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Warren on August 26, 2010, 09:45:45 AM
Well done Mezza

Cant wait to hear the (Tall) stories  ;D

Warren
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: obsession on August 26, 2010, 11:59:18 AM
No problem Adrian, she's still in Perth, i think we get her back in the next cupla weeks.

hmmhhmmmmm 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) 8) ::) ::) ::) ;)
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: kimbosound on August 26, 2010, 01:25:31 PM
go on Craig make an offer.....or just go steal it :)
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: obsession on August 26, 2010, 01:27:27 PM
u jump the fence ill get the gate...... ;)
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: kimbosound on August 26, 2010, 03:43:11 PM
done deal.......cause we are both very stealthy in stature.....no one will notice us!!!!!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 26, 2010, 05:06:46 PM
Do me a favour - if you succeed, can you give her a good wash for me!!!
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: BusyKiwi on August 26, 2010, 06:50:18 PM
congrats on job well done
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: BusyKiwi on August 26, 2010, 07:07:53 PM
Hey mezzmo, some questions for ya.

Are you running HQ disks with CF booster?
Were did you mount your air intake box, did you use the commodore one?
accelerator cable, get one made up or found one that fitted?

cheers
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: obsession on August 26, 2010, 07:28:35 PM
done deal.......cause we are both very stealthy in stature.....no one will notice us!!!!!

hahahaha 
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 26, 2010, 08:44:20 PM
Hi Busy,

Running the standard booster with the hq discs but after the bash we are going to look for a different booster to give us a bit firmer pedal, it does the job but it could definitely be better. The air intake box is mounted directly behind the bonnet scoop and is the original commodore one - using the original filters. Worked like a charm. As far as the accelerator cable, i am positive that the mechs had a new one made, i can check this out for you when i next talk to them.

When the van gets back i'll take some close ups of the air intake if you like.

Cheers
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: BusyKiwi on August 27, 2010, 07:23:06 AM
Thanks that will be good, I've mounted my intake box under the booster and my radiator is a bit higher so is very tight for all the pipe work
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 27, 2010, 04:13:59 PM
We found that because the V6 sits so low, we had a shitload of room between the top of the engine and the underside of the bonnet, what are you running Busy?
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: BusyKiwi on August 27, 2010, 07:16:00 PM
same as you, the 3.8 VN series one engine - in the standard CF
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: kimbosound on August 27, 2010, 11:37:39 PM
there is a photo of the back of Mezz'z beddy in the local albany paper.....i will try to take a pic and post it soon
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: mezzmo on August 28, 2010, 10:23:51 AM
Hey Kimbo, is there any chance i can get you to get me some copies? that would be awesome. i can PM you with my details.

Cheers

Mezzmo
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: Bedfordcrazy on August 28, 2010, 10:31:15 AM
we have a star amoungst us, way to go mezz. We are in the process of where to run our intake and filter box now, i was going to sit mine on the left behind the head lights, and run my hose down the LHS of the motor, i guess there really is not a right or wrong place to run them, am i right ? I am hoping to keep my engine cover as low profile as possible, i have always hated bulky engine covers.  ???

george.
Title: Re: Mezz's Beddie Update
Post by: kimbosound on August 28, 2010, 02:12:53 PM
sure Mezzmo,,,,send me your details
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