(We now join this RM 1999 restoration already in progress)

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I am really happy with the way it turned out, the patience to do it right must have been killing you, though. :!: Well worth the 7 years. 8)
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That's great, looks fantastic!
8) 8) 8)

Thanks for taking us along for at least part of the "ride!"
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I've lost track; is this the one where you replaced the upper body wing?
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What they all said,and more superlatives on top!
The bass looks fab-u-lous! Kudos!
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Thanks a lot, guys! More photos to follow after I sort through them all.
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WOW!!!!!! :shock: :shock: :shock: :shock: She looks FANTASTIC!!!!! Great job Mark!!!

Your hard work, and patience REALLY paid off. Thanks for sharing.
Enjoy that GORGEOUS thing!!!!

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Here are a couple of shots of the back:

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You did 60s FG really good Mark. Kudos.
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A couple of Before & After shots:

2006 - 2013

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March - July 2013

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I'd also like to thank Tony Matura, Joseph Starost, Greg Gurfein, and Anthony Navarro for their assistance and advice throughout this project.

Big "Kudos", Gents!
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johna wrote:Out of interest where did you source the tugbar from?
Tony Dudzik at 'The Pickguardian' makes them, as well as Pickguards and other products in many styles and materials.

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Stunning!! What a fantastic job you've done on it. Well worth the effort... 8)
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Thanks, Antony!
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Thank you for bringing us along this journey Mark!

Looks like an amazing success!

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Awesome job! Love the FG, even though the PumpkinGlo was starting to grow on me lol
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