peter_s
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Please do! It's an interesting discussion
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peter_s
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Might be really weak in power at low RPM with that cam. Almost sounds like it's choking on too much fuel.
Bazzateer
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Depends on the policeman..................
Albrecht
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Alphabettispaghetti
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Sorry for my lack of updates, but things as always takes longer than expected.
The engine is out of Eijis car in the US, and is being put in a crate. I've taken the opportunity to order BRE spoilers straight to Datsun Spirit, then are being shipped in the crate. Might as well since shipping is so expensive.
We are waiting for the radiator, which is being modified to DSI standards. I think that's it, after that it's being shipped.
I received the exhaust manifold straight from Japan, it's a work of art!
now that’s a proper looking bit of kit!
I think it's OK, about 2k to 8k in 7 seconds. On the road your doing well over 120 at the end of that.
peter_s
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Perfect!
peter_s
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Engine is ready to be shipped. Bought way too many parts now, over budget by a long shot!! Well, not a surprise... normal procedure for any project
So I changed from 225 to 205 tyres, same model AD08. And took it for a drive! First time in a long time there wasn't any rain here:
So I changed from 225 to 205 tyres, same model AD08. And took it for a drive! First time in a long time there wasn't any rain here:
peter_s
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It's my dad! He was into waxoiling his car the other nightGreat choice on tyre type and size, I love that setup on mine. Looks fabulous....
Were you trying to hide in the Jag?Is it an XK120?
It's a XK150 DHC. He has had it since the 70s.
Haha, looks like a nice garage space to work in!
Awesome, sounds like one that'll never be parted with. That's serious long term ownership!
Also nice to see another proper father and son team. It's funny how different generations have different tastes, reminds me a lot of me and my old man
DSCF9053 by Mark Woodrow, on Flickr
Awesome, sounds like one that'll never be parted with. That's serious long term ownership!
Also nice to see another proper father and son team. It's funny how different generations have different tastes, reminds me a lot of me and my old man
DSCF9053 by Mark Woodrow, on Flickr
peter_s
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Beautiful Healey!!
Yeah, my dad is definitely a part of why I got into older cars. They have always been around.
The XK will probably stay. He is restoring another one right now. He bought two of them in the 70s, so one gets to stay. Don't know which one, but the white one has sentimental value to me at least.
It's great to share a hobby like this, he is always supportive about doing things to the cars. I bet you have the same thing with your dad.
Yeah, my dad is definitely a part of why I got into older cars. They have always been around.
The XK will probably stay. He is restoring another one right now. He bought two of them in the 70s, so one gets to stay. Don't know which one, but the white one has sentimental value to me at least.
It's great to share a hobby like this, he is always supportive about doing things to the cars. I bet you have the same thing with your dad.
yellowz
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Don't you think your Dad should be wearing socks at that altitude
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Its funny how it just runs in the family some times. That's pretty damn cool...
Absolutely, we're always talking about doing something to them. Working on something or I'm encouraging him to make it faster by modifying something else! lol
My ego has just been shattered! 
Absolutely, we're always talking about doing something to them. Working on something or I'm encouraging him to make it faster by modifying something else! lol
Don't you think your Dad should be wearing socks at that altitude
My ego has just been shattered! 
Me and my Dad. Me with pop bottle, dad with beer glass!
peter_s
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Incredible picture! Thanks for sharing
peter_s
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Work goes slowly. Been at it a little bit yesterday.
Nothing is stuck on the car, no rusted bolts or anything. Very happy about that.
Mounted new top mounts on the dampers. Huge difference between the two in terms of adjustability. But I have to cut some bodywork...
The parts from T3 are absolutely stunning and incredibly well made
Enjoying spring!
Nothing is stuck on the car, no rusted bolts or anything. Very happy about that.
Mounted new top mounts on the dampers. Huge difference between the two in terms of adjustability. But I have to cut some bodywork...
The parts from T3 are absolutely stunning and incredibly well made
Enjoying spring!