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Well folks, the day has come.....the old girl is getting her heart and lungs back. The big lift is happening today where I need to get this......  .....into this.....  Fingers crossed. Wish me luck. (pics of today's progress to follow later) |
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« Reply #1 on: June 18, 2011, 08:43:17 AM » |
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good luck !  |
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« Reply #2 on: June 18, 2011, 09:25:51 AM » |
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That engine looks spanking matey  Best of luck(like you'll need it) with the instal  |
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« Reply #3 on: June 18, 2011, 11:12:15 AM » |
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Good luck, Don't forget to conect that last wire and tighten the thingey  |
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If the above post contains spelling mistakes / grammatical errors / poor use of the quote function / a very weak retort, or is generally shyte; it's because I'm feked on a cocktail of drugs,homebrew and carb cleaner.sorry
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« Reply #4 on: June 18, 2011, 07:07:01 PM » |
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Cheers guys. Well, she's in!!! Ready to be removed from the kitchen....I mean workshop!  Awaiting to be lifted onto trailer...  All covered up....'cause it was pelting it down!!!    Almost there...  ...and she's in!!!  Just the plumbing, electrics, mechanics to sort and I'm one step further to getting her up and running.    Whilst the car was out, thought I'd take a couple of rear end shots...   A MASSIVE thank you to CraigP, who's help today was priceless. Thanks Pal. |
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« Reply #5 on: June 18, 2011, 07:39:20 PM » |
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Sorry I couldnt make it up there today mate - had to work on short notice.
I still plan to get up there to help with... well... something!
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« Reply #6 on: June 18, 2011, 07:47:02 PM » |
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No problem pal. As I've mentioned, anytime you're up this way, give me a shout...and I'll find something for you to help with |
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« Reply #7 on: June 18, 2011, 07:48:00 PM » |
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Hmmm... that's a hell of a gauntlet to throw, but I like your style!  |
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« Reply #8 on: June 18, 2011, 08:43:55 PM » |
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Looks good. Would have been round today but got the calipers finished and back on the LC. The thought of getting a trip out in the LC was enough to drive me on.
Will have to pop around and have a look at what you've done at some point.
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« Reply #9 on: June 18, 2011, 08:52:49 PM » |
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Yes mate, give us a shout when you get chance to pop round.
Probably best you didn't come out in the LC with all that rain this morning.....even with new brakes!!
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« Reply #10 on: June 18, 2011, 09:26:20 PM » |
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Superb effort for getting it in there without damaging anything or scratching the paint |
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« Reply #11 on: June 18, 2011, 09:37:23 PM » |
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Cheers chap.
It was quite a battle getting it in there and trying not to damage any panels/paint. (having the wings/bonnet/bumper/lights/grille etc... off and out of the way is a Godsend though to be honest!!)
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« Reply #12 on: June 19, 2011, 02:11:33 PM » |
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Pleasure to lend a hand.
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« Reply #13 on: June 19, 2011, 09:18:02 PM » |
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« Reply #14 on: June 19, 2011, 09:46:01 PM » |
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Cheers Fella. Spent today plumbing/wiring her up. Rolling around on the floor and leaning over bay giving me aches in places I never knew existed.... ....strangely satisfying though |
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« Reply #15 on: June 22, 2011, 09:17:06 PM » |
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All plumbed/wired up, Radiator in place, gearbox linkages and propshaft bolted up.   |
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« Reply #16 on: June 23, 2011, 07:03:12 AM » |
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Looks stunning...  |
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« Reply #17 on: June 23, 2011, 01:12:35 PM » |
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Looks out of this world.
When is the launch date planned for ?
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« Reply #18 on: June 23, 2011, 01:48:00 PM » |
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Cheers guys.
Hopefully launch date will be in the next few weeks (paperwork, final adjustments etc.. permitting)
Will be getting a bottle of Champers to smash on her stern!!
(24vMan, sent you a PM re: bonnet badge)
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« Reply #19 on: July 20, 2011, 03:45:23 PM » |
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Holy Moses....RESPECT!
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« Reply #21 on: July 21, 2011, 05:50:50 PM » |
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That is awe inspiring! Can't wait to see the whole car.
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