Oldschool Honda Love

[rakfint]

Sorry for more non Festiva related photos, but I thought some may appreciate.

The 2 loves in my life, oh I guess my girlfriend makes 3 :p

Some fresh paint on the scooter

[Pu241]

First Gen honda civic 1200 me thinks

I have 2 Honda Civic 1500 CVCC's in my garage!
One that was that color but restrayed a brighter yellow.

[blkfordsedan]

^^ You serious? Is there any small foriegn car made that you do not have multiple examples of?? How big is your garage?

[DriverOne]

Rakfint! I want to see a tiny trailer holding the moped being pulled by the Civic!

[Advancedynamix]

What, no pics of your girlfriend? Lame! Lol nice rides, those pictures came out really good too. Give us some info on the scoot.

[timmay89]

Where did you learn to paint so well? Looks great. I would love to learn how you do that.

[rakfint]

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First Gen honda civic 1200 me thinks

I have 2 Honda Civic 1500 CVCC's in my garage!
One that was that color but restrayed a brighter yellow.

I think you should give me one of those CVCCs, let them experience life on the outside :p

[rakfint]

Rakfint! I want to see a tiny trailer holding the moped being pulled by the Civic!

Trust me, I want this too! SO BAD!

I might seriously look in to it in the near future.

[rakfint]

Scooter

What, no pics of your girlfriend? Lame! Lol nice rides, those pictures came out really good too. Give us some info on the scoot.

It's Honda's idea of a Vespa. A Honda Giorno.

They borrowed the ever popular retro Vespa design & made it out of plastic instead of metal which leaves you with a LOT less weight & a peppier ride as a result.

A fresh Japanese Import, japanese character decals and all! It's a 1990 model. 50cc, has a top speed of around 60kms and gets there at a pretty good speed with someone as small as myself on there. A workshop I took it to said it may have had some work done as it seems quicker than most 2 stroke 50cc's

Either way, it's a bit of fun!

[rakfint]

Where did you learn to paint so well? Looks great. I would love to learn how you do that.

Thanks man! There's not really a lot to it, I find patience is key, but here's a few tips that helped me.

- Expect to do 3-4 coats before getting complete coverage
- Thin layers are a must or else you get runs
- Start spraying off to the side of your subject & hold steady as you move to the other side then release the trigger / nozel for even application
- When done, use super fine wetsand paper
- Use a clear gloss coat if necessary then wetsand once more, and finally give a good polish / buff

[Pu241]

^^ You serious? Is there any small foriegn car made that you do not have multiple examples of?? How big is your garage?

Yes, I'm serious!
One yellow as stated and one OEM red.
I don't think Stivadiva followed up with her promise to get pic of the 360's .
But if she did, the civics are right behind them, so shouldn't be an issue.

Many, many small cars I do not have, nor could afford.
My garage is not nearly big enough even with multiple garages I need more room!
Hoping when I put in the 12 foot pallet racks some of my space issues will be reduced.
Take my advice here, be generous in determining the size garage you need then multiply by at least two if not three.

[Pu241]

I think you should give me one of those CVCCs, let them experience life on the outside :p

If you are serious I'm sure we could come to some understanding.
Not even in terms of $.
It's just the distance between them and you that would make anything like that difficult.

If you're into the 1 st gen civics be advised that one of mine has the ceiling mounted analog clock and maps lights console!

[rakfint]

You are in Ohio? You are right, that may be a problem

I am considering sourcing a 1st gen from the US though as they tend to have less rust issues than mine and other local examples.

[Pu241]

You are in Ohio? You are right, that may be a problem

I am considering sourcing a 1st gen from the US though as they tend to have less rust issues than mine and other local examples.

uh, I might be at times, but the cars are in Virginia!
But whats another 400 miles or so?

[DriverOne]

You are in Ohio? You are right, that may be a problem

I am considering sourcing a 1st gen from the US though as they tend to have less rust issues than mine and other local examples.

Then why not media blast yours and see where you stand? Panels may be more accessible than whole cars, although there's a '78 or '79 electric green one close to my house...