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  1. MasterOfReality

    1991 VP Calais - HSV Enhanced

    Thanks mate. It had 147,000km on it when I put it into storage in 2008. Almost 16 years later it has 152,900. Been dailying it this week to try and iron out the kinks.
  2. MasterOfReality

    1991 VP Calais - HSV Enhanced

    New wheels are on and manual conversion is complete :)
  3. MasterOfReality

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    They are two clients I have. I freelance which is like prostituting my skills to the highest bidder.
  4. MasterOfReality

    Things that p*** you off/bug you/annoy you

    Yep it’s a rort, not for those receiving but those providing. I have family members involved and they are riding this gravy train to the end. It’s the hallmark of the ALP. Wishy washy ideas full of motherhood statements. Some good some bad. They truly have lovers fingers, everything they touch...
  5. MasterOfReality

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Oi leave coal alone lol, I do mine design work for two mines that pump out a combined 26 million tons a year of this glorious thermal stuff. It's basically funded my house, cars and retirement fund hah. As long as the industry survives until I retire, that's all I care about.
  6. MasterOfReality

    Things that p*** you off/bug you/annoy you

    Haha getting the priorities right is always important! On the odd chance the missus asks me to pick something up on the way home, I'll just grab the first thing I see to minimise time spent. She gets up me for not looking at the prices or getting the one on special.
  7. MasterOfReality

    Things that p*** you off/bug you/annoy you

    The ALP can be just as rotten, don’t forget that. The NDIS comes to mind instantly. What a rort that is. Also NSW ALP anyone? You need to lighten up.
  8. MasterOfReality

    Things that p*** you off/bug you/annoy you

    I wouldn't have a clue on the price of bread and milk either. I haven't done the shopping since I got married nearly 15 years ago haha.
  9. MasterOfReality

    The Random Thread

    Neckbeard vibes are strong.
  10. MasterOfReality

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    I worked for a mining company (one of world's biggest) where basically if you were a white anglo saxon male, you could pretty much guarantee that your career would stall. Targeted promotions to increase gender targets, half yearly gender pay gap reviews etc etc. Expressed interest in an...
  11. MasterOfReality

    Future classic? VT Calais?

    Wouldn't treat it as an investment, you would get better returns on that 4.2k in a term deposit or super.
  12. MasterOfReality

    Vp trim color code?

    Thats a possibility. I think even the texture will make it appear different too. I had the door grab handle and the radio surround colour matched. The grey was a bit off but the blue was pretty much spot on. Prep is the key to getting a good quality finish. I did 2 coats primer and 6 coats...
  13. MasterOfReality

    Vp trim color code?

    I just went through this as I have restored a second hand centre console with a colour change to Steel Blue 23i. To get it colour matched you will need to send a trim piece to the paint shop. Even then, if there is sun fade then the match wont be exact once you spray it.
  14. MasterOfReality

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    I think I missed the boat with super. Lost 5 years when I did post grad at uni, then I haven't paid myself super since starting my own company 5 years ago, preferred to direct that extra cash to paying off the mortage. I'm 44 and have just under $300k in it. I intend to retire at 55. I was...
  15. MasterOfReality

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    I moved for work, to the outskirts of the Brisbane western suburbs in 2007, as $350k was my limit for a house at the time and that's the only area I could find other than slums like Inala/Darra or deep Ipswich. Stayed for 11 years, paid the house off and renovated it. I hated every minute...
  16. MasterOfReality

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    Correct, running a business is totally different. I thought I had a handle on it, but it was still a massive learning curve. You can't be afraid to spend a lot of money on legal and finance to get set up, and this is what gets most people. On top of that there is either hardware, tools or...
  17. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    Thanks. I suspect the surface also influences what the colour looks like. Variety paints in WA have 23i that they colour matched from the side mirror inside plate thingy. I had a look at mine and it's definitely a different shade to the console, much darker and doesn't match the stereo...
  18. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    I’ll just be continuing the GM theory of close enough is good enough!
  19. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    I'll get mine colour matched at BCS as I can't tell off the screen with this new stuff. But then again, I had a look inside the car the other day and there seems to be like five shades of 23i lol.
  20. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    Sorry, I meant the larger surround, not the smaller grey one. This is 23i: I'm not 100% sold on the Revtek colour match:
  21. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    Yeah I saw that! Been looking at that page and on the monitor his 23i doesn't seem quite right. I'm sending the following down to BCS paints to get colour matched. The 23i door grab handle insert matches my original console and stereo surround shroud thingy.
  22. MasterOfReality

    VN - VS Brake light switch retainers

    Yeah its getting to that point!
  23. MasterOfReality

    VN - VS Brake light switch retainers

    I'm currently on the lookout for two switch retainers. In the US these are stupidly cheap on Ebay (like $5-$10 each) but postage is a killer. Have found a used set here on Ebay but the guy wants $60 for them plus $10 postage. Have contacted a few stores in the states to get quotes for...
  24. MasterOfReality

    Things that p*** you off/bug you/annoy you

    I bought a 48" Walker zero turn to replace a Toro tractor style ride on mower, and it chewed the deck belt on its second outing - quickly learnt the limits on grass height and mulch kit use. $140 later and much swearing to replace the belt and it was good to go haha.
  25. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    Visited a few panel shops on Friday afternoon and called a couple more places, no luck. The best option so far is from Variety Paints, as they have a 23i Steel Blue in the SEM paint. I contacted BCS and they don't have the stereo surround colour and suggested sending them something to colour...
  26. MasterOfReality

    Things that p*** you off/bug you/annoy you

    The main takeaway from this is every one you turn down is one you'll never get back........
  27. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    Was speaking to a auto paint supplier and they say that the formulas aren't transferrable between colour systems. Prob just have to buy a few cans to see what matches best.
  28. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    Yes I was thinking about that, probably a good way to get a couple of sample pots to assess the match on a few random bits.
  29. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    I called a few in Brisbane who wanted nothing to do with it as soon as I mentioned plastics, so still looking.
  30. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    Yeah that was me haha. I've come to the conclusion that there is no colour code for it. I wanted to spray the central part of the console (including manual insert and ashtray) the same colour as the radio surround/climate control so it all ties in nicely. The outer part of the console I...
  31. MasterOfReality

    Plastic Trim Painting

    Yeah I have tried to contact them a few months ago via phone and email and no luck. The SEM stuff is what I want.
  32. MasterOfReality

    VP interior colour codes

    I’m starting to think it’s actually 16i. No progress yet but will be starting soon!
  33. MasterOfReality

    Plastic Trim Painting

    I'll probably need to get the radio surround and some of my existing 23i stuff colour matched. Is it just as simple as taking it in to a paint shop for a fee and then finding a place that can use the codes? A have called a couple of places up here and they refuse to have anything to do with...
  34. MasterOfReality

    Things that p*** you off/bug you/annoy you

    My mother in law has what seems to be an extended family of Indians living across the road, spread out over three houses. Recently one of them did an oil change on his Hilux by parking it over the gutter drain and letting it rip. Of course, **** went all over the road. She went over and tore...
  35. MasterOfReality

    what did you do to your car today?

    After I manual converted my VP, got the primary clutch set up wrong. Was so annoyed I procrastinated for a month or two. Yesterday ripped it all out, re-did the pivot ball height (this time with the missus pressing the clutch pedal so I could see what's going on) and put it back together...
  36. MasterOfReality

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    I have always been on individual contracts, was even on AWA's back in the day. Was great. But I have a skillset that not many people have so that plays in my favour. Some occupations need unions for the representation and bargaining power, otherwise they would get walked all over and that's...
  37. MasterOfReality

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    They already do. If it were a dog it would have been shot long ago :)
  38. MasterOfReality

    Things that p*** you off/bug you/annoy you

    Like building insurance? What happens if your house burns down?
  39. MasterOfReality

    JC Political Thread - For all things political Part 2

    She got told to go by the unions. They wield the power in QLD. I didn't think she was that bad. Nothing exceptionally good or bad, fairly solid. Can't handle Miles though, he has stupidity written all over his face.
  40. MasterOfReality

    Things that p*** you off/bug you/annoy you

    They do, but it instantly makes your PI worthless........... I'm not keen on trying to dodge a potential $20m claim. They tried the old 'well all the other consultants have signed it so what's your problem' line. Pointed out that I actually pay attention to what I'm signing and only an idiot...
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