Hello all, I am Geoff from Wollongong, NSW Australia. Just joined and thought I should introduce myself. I own a 63 Valiant, 73 VW Kombi and my rat project is my 1965 Valiant wagon which I saved from being smashed up in a smash up derby. It sat in a paddock for quite a few years and after the rats were chased out of the interior, it was brought to me sight unseen from about 5 hours drive. I haven't done much with it at the moment other than source a few bits and pieces and searching the net for directional ideas. I plan on leaving the marvellous patina outside except for the rust holes that I will repair and be just rusted panels (no holes). I don't know why it took me so long to find this site but glad I have as there appears to be some great knowledge here. I would like to rat my VW bus but the Mrs isn't satisfied but I think it will be sad to lose its patina. Its closer to getting on the road which was the plan then do the body - I just might not get around to that!