More Work on the E Type
September 15, 2021
Work continues on the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series 3 Roadster here at Bridge Classic Cars. Our technician Scott has been hard at work fitting
September 15, 2021
Kept in Check – Electric Fans on the 1973 MG B GT V8
September 15, 2021
From our last post, we had begun to work on adjusting the radiator fitment for this 1973 MG B GT V8. Thanks to the spacer
Start at the Beginning – Preparing for Work to Begin on the 1999 Mercedes E55 AMG.
September 15, 2021
This 1999 Mercedes E55 AMG was recovered into Bridge Classic Cars recently with a hydraulic issue. Upon inspection, our technicians found that many of the
Run Free – Diagnosing a Running Issue With A 1987 Daimler Double Six.
September 15, 2021
Classic cars all have the little foibles. This has become more apparent with this 1987 Daimler Double Six we have with us at Bridge Classic
Recommission our 1973 MG B
September 15, 2021
In our workshops later this month we will be welcoming our 1973 MG B roadster. Having spent the majority of it’s recent years sat up
A Clearer View – Removing the Rear Window on a 1989 Porsche 911
September 15, 2021
Removal of any piece of glass from a vehicle is a tricky and nerve-racking task for anyone, even professionals. But, with the right amount of
New Shoes – Fitting a Classic Wheel to our 1983 Ford Capri 1.6 LS
September 15, 2021
The wheels. A key element to any classic Ford, especially when it comes to a Capri. Especially a really beautiful black 1983 Ford Capri 1.6
Finding the Leak – Inspecting the Radiator on a 2005 Aston Martin DB9 Convertible
September 15, 2021
The importance of a properly working radiator in any vehicle, not just a classic, cannot be understated. It keeps coolant temperatures in the green when
More Work on the E Type
September 15, 2021
Work continues on the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series 3 Roadster here at Bridge Classic Cars.
Our technician Scott has been hard at work fitting up the entirely new braking system on the car. Along with that, Scott has fitted the ducting systems needed for the heater system to work on this incredible classic sportscar.
With the brakes, the E Type has been given a brand new vacuum pump. Complete with all new hardlines to connect it up to the modern brakes that were fitted previous here at Bridge Classic Cars.
The restored and refinished control flaps were also carefully installed onto the stunning Fern Grey bodywork along with the fitting of the matching boot lid.
Kept in Check – Electric Fans on the 1973 MG B GT V8
September 15, 2021
From our last post, we had begun to work on adjusting the radiator fitment for this 1973 MG B GT V8. Thanks to the spacer made up by our in-house technician Ady, the radiator now sits back enough in the engine bay to fit the two new electric fans.
The electric fans, although a modern addition, will help those glorious 8 cylinder classic sportscar conquer anything its owner may throw at it. The cooling system on this B GT V8 has been entirely gone through by the team at Bridge Classic Cars after the engine rebuild to ensure all the work we have carried out works harmoniously with each other.
Start at the Beginning – Preparing for Work to Begin on the 1999 Mercedes E55 AMG.
September 15, 2021
This 1999 Mercedes E55 AMG was recovered into Bridge Classic Cars recently with a hydraulic issue.
Upon inspection, our technicians found that many of the metal lines that run under the vehicle had corroded to the point where some had unfortunately cracked.
Along with the hydraulic lines for the rear brakes and suspension, our in-house technicians also discovered a leak coming from the radiator at the front. On these specific cars, the radiator also acts as a gearbox cooler (with a secondary internal core) which our technicians believe to be the culprit for the suspected leak on the bottom of the pan.
After putting together the list of specific hoses needed to get this exceptional piece of ’90s performance back into safe and working condition, next was the prepare the car for install.
To do this, our technicians had to meticulously go through the rear suspension in order to make sure that the rear axle could be taken out of the car safely and securely. With the rear axle now removed from the back end of the V8 wagon, Paul could start to remove all of the affected hydraulic lines and begin to work his way getting the car ready to accept the new lines.
Expect to see more on this wonderful Super Wagon very soon on our News Page!
Run Free – Diagnosing a Running Issue With A 1987 Daimler Double Six.
September 15, 2021
Classic cars all have the little foibles. This has become more apparent with this 1987 Daimler Double Six we have with us at Bridge Classic Cars to begin an assessment on some rust issues throughout its charming blue paintwork along with several other sympathetic restoration requests.
Dave, our in-house master technician has been trying to get to the bottom of the running issue that we have found with this particular car. The first port of call for Dave was to check the engine was breathing as it should be. On inspection, he found the driver’s intake has no suction through the filter.
After the removal of the airbox, he could feel the suction through to the throttle body. Next in line was to check the spark plugs, no easy feat on one of these with their mechanical fuel injection and the engine bay being a mass of vacuum pipes and necessary parts to run the system.
Dave is continuing to look deeper into the issue to ensure that once all the work has been completed, it can be happily enjoyed by its very lucky owner.
Recommission our 1973 MG B
September 15, 2021
In our workshops later this month we will be welcoming our 1973 MG B roadster. Having spent the majority of it’s recent years sat up in a barn the project will involve getting the car up and running and back on the road.
The owner is in two minds whether to sell up but maybe when he gets the car back on the road he may think again! We’ll see…
A Clearer View – Removing the Rear Window on a 1989 Porsche 911
September 15, 2021
Removal of any piece of glass from a vehicle is a tricky and nerve-racking task for anyone, even professionals. But, with the right amount of patience and care, it can be achieved safely and effectively.
The 1989 Porsche 911 that we have here at Bridge Classic Cars is in with us to take a look at a small rust blemish beneath the rear window seal. For this, that glass has to come out. This involves an amazing group of specialists who handle all of our glass removals and installs. That is, of course, Car Glass and Trim.
The technicians came out to our workshop where they began by inspecting the existing window to make sure it could be removed safely and smoothly.
This involved carefully removing the ground strap for the heated rear window so that it could be skillfully removed and ready for our in-house body and paint specialist to investigate that small rust issue.
New Shoes – Fitting a Classic Wheel to our 1983 Ford Capri 1.6 LS
September 15, 2021
The wheels. A key element to any classic Ford, especially when it comes to a Capri. Especially a really beautiful black 1983 Ford Capri 1.6 LS that we have in with us at Bridge Classic Cars.
The original wheels just didn’t quite fit the majesty and the period fun of this much loved classic blue oval. The 4 spoke RS Alloy was the obvious choice to go on our Capri. With hints of nostalgic racing, Saturday night cruises and fun-filled weekends behind that long, flowing bonnet.
When it comes to fitting our wheels and tyres, here at Bridge Classic Cars we always use Ipswich Tyre Assist for anything involving the safe, correct and confident fitting of the wheel and tyre packages available for your classic vehicle.
The 4 Spoke RS Wheels that are fitted to the Capri are period correct pieces thanks to the amazing reproductions available to the classic Ford community, and we hope that you enjoy it as much as we do here at Bridge Classic Cars…
And you might even be in with a chance of winning this very car and its RS 4 spokes at Bridge Classic Cars Competitions very soon.
Finding the Leak – Inspecting the Radiator on a 2005 Aston Martin DB9 Convertible
September 15, 2021
The importance of a properly working radiator in any vehicle, not just a classic, cannot be understated. It keeps coolant temperatures in the green when they’re running right. But can also play havoc with a vehicle’s well being when they’re not.
This is much the story of the 2005 Aston Martin DB9 Convertible we had recently for service here at Bridge Classic Cars.
When this DB9 came into us for a customer-supplied rotor and pad change, the customer also mentioned a leak coming from the front of the vehicle as well as the air-conditioning system not working as you would expect.
Our in-house technician Paul began to look into the issue so we could then advise our customer of what to do. He found that the air-conditioning condenser had been pushed back into the radiator, at some point in the vehicles life.
The course of action? Removal of the giant radiator designed to cool that amazing 6 litre V12 along with the air conditioning condenser. For this, the air-con gas must be safely removed. Using the proper equipment and guidelines for the sake of our technicians’ health and safety.
After removal, both coolers can be inspected and a plan made to ensure that this future classic stays happy and healthy for years to come.
