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[johnymd]

It is all a bit tight but everything clears. Most areas clear by only a few MM so getting it in exactly the right place was critical. The stearing coupling may have to be changed for a uj the same as the bottom as it's probably a bit too tight in that area.

I used an 80ton cnc press to bend up the gearbox mount as it's very difficult to bend 5mm steel any other way.

 

[candy red]

It is all a bit tight but everything clears. Most areas clear by only a few MM so getting it in exactly the right place was critical. The stearing coupling may have to be changed for a uj the same as the bottom as it's probably a bit too tight in that area.

I used an 80ton cnc press to bend up the gearbox mount as it's very difficult to bend 5mm steel any other way.

80ton great work john look forward to seeing it finished

 

[Ian]

Coming on nicely.

 

[johnymd]

Got a fare bit done today but never as much as I hoped.

With the prop shaft collected yesterday I test fitted it this morning. I've settled for a single piece prop as there really wasn't enough room for the lexus 2 piece. This meant that the gearbox location became more critical due to the Giubo joint at the gearbox end. This meant raising the rear of the gearbox by 25mm and moving it across by 3mm. With this all finalised I could remove the engine and box to finish the engine bay. I then spent move of the afternoon welding the 32 spare holes I wouldn't be using!!! I also removed the wings and headlight bucket as I may as well check for rot. Everything is in amazing condition for its age so will just need a scuff and repaint in red.

Also cleaned the engine and box.

 

[johnymd]

Some more pics....I can only upload 3 at a time now as it moans about a token!!

 

[Jay.]

Incredible work .. Looking forward to seeing it seated. I guess you'll need to update your signature soon ;-)

 

[johnymd]

A little more progress that took a lot of work to get this far.

 

[johnymd]

And now with a bit of colour on it.

 

[tel240z]

looking good john lot of effort in there under the fresh paint

 

[Mark N]

Nice colour!
What steering rack are you planning to use?

 

[johnymd]

Thanks Tel. As you know, prep seams never ending so it's a relief when th colour gets applied.

I'm using a standard zed rack Mark.

 

[Rob Gaskin]

........ As you know, prep seams never ending so it's a relief when th colour gets applied......

I remember when I did the engine bay on my track car it was a milestone when I had sprayed it - so rewarding.

You haven't had to do what I did though - big repairs on inner wings, chassis legs, rad panel and lower bulkhead! You've only had to wipe it over with 'thinners' what kept you?

 

[johnymd]

Rob -

 

[candy red]

Looks great Jon well worth the work you've put into the prep work

 

[johnymd]

Finished getting the car ready for paint. I've welded up all the trim holes along with the side indicator/running lights and rear impact bumper shock holes. Refitted the wings to verify the fit. Then pushed it outside for a good clean and jetwash inside and out.

 

[Dave B]

Lovely!


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[tel240z]

whys the throttle pedal in the middle then

 

[johnymd]

Throttle pedal is in a box on the shelf Tel. You can't see it in the pictures

 

[johnymd]

Car is now off being painted. Should be back in 3 weeks.............but then we all know how reliable painters are

 

[johnymd]

Well they made a start on the car today. Originally the were only going to sand the whole car and bare metal when required. Had a call from them today to say they want to remove all the paint so they know exactly what was underneath which I ok'ed. Popped my head in this afternoon and they are getting on well. They are also very happy with the condition and hope to have it in primer tomorrow.