This Just In – 2003 Jaguar XKR
March 9, 2022
The latest arrival into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop at our Pettistree HQ is this stunning 2003 Jaguar XKR. The owner has reported a knocking
March 9, 2022
Changes – Working on the Steering Column of the 1970 Bristol 411
March 9, 2022
As part of the left-hand drive conversion of the Bristol 411, the Bridge Classic Cars workshop technicians have had to adapt the original column and
Assess and Repair – Removing and Repairing the Interior of the 1978 MGB GT
March 9, 2022
The trim shop at Bridge Classic Cars worked on removing the interior of the 1978 MGB GT before it headed to our body shop to
Update – Progress on the 1968 MGC Roadster
March 9, 2022
The 1968 MGC Roadster in the Bridge Classic Cars restoration workshop at our Pettistree HQ has had a series of key jobs finished on the
Teething Issue – Fixing the Door Mechanism on the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series 3 Roadster
March 9, 2022
The technicians in the Bridge Classic Cars restoration workshop at our Suffolk HQ have been working on a slight issue with the driver’s door on
This Just In – 2003 Jaguar XKR
March 9, 2022
The latest arrival into the Bridge Classic Cars workshop at our Pettistree HQ is this stunning 2003 Jaguar XKR.
The owner has reported a knocking sound coming from the rear of the supercharged Jaguar so our workshop technicians will be inspecting and reporting back on any findings to pinpoint the exact cause of the issue.
Changes – Working on the Steering Column of the 1970 Bristol 411
March 9, 2022
As part of the left-hand drive conversion of the Bristol 411, the Bridge Classic Cars workshop technicians have had to adapt the original column and shrowd to the new orientation.
Whilst the majority of the bulkhead and firewall have been adapted to the new left-hand drive conversion of the car, our restoration technician Paul has turned his attention to the steering column of the car. Especially the ignition barrel.
When the car was right-hand drive, the barrel would sit out at an angle and allow the driver to easily insert the key but, after the shrowd had been moved to the other side of the column as part of the conversion, the key couldn’t be easily put into the ignition. So, Paul worked on reworking the shrowd, column and barrel to get the access to the ignition as easy as possible for the new owner.
Assess and Repair – Removing and Repairing the Interior of the 1978 MGB GT
March 9, 2022
The trim shop at Bridge Classic Cars worked on removing the interior of the 1978 MGB GT before it headed to our body shop to begin its rust repairs.
With the interior of the classic MGB removed and safely upstairs into our in-house trim shop, the team could begin working through the interior for the car.
The front seats of the sports car are in incredible condition, all that was needed was to tighten up the clips to pull the covers a touch tighter and regrease the mechanisms to avoid any unpleasant squeaking.
The rear seat of the MGB GT had slightly more wear, however. The ends of the foam panel underneath had deteriorated away so the trim team removed the cover and carefully cut and sectioned in new pieces to the ends of the base.
The next job was to strip back and inspect the rear squab panel. This involved the removal of all hardware, covers and foam from the panel.
Update – Progress on the 1968 MGC Roadster
March 9, 2022
The 1968 MGC Roadster in the Bridge Classic Cars restoration workshop at our Pettistree HQ has had a series of key jobs finished on the classic roadster.
Jon has been working on getting the MGC Roadster sorted for its new life. Ranging from the engine bay, under the dash and the wheels.
The first job was to fit up the new hoses which lead to the breather tank in the engine bay of the car. This is vital that any excess oil or any fumes are routed into a separate tank. There are several vent tubes associated with the 6-cylinder engine that are required to be routed to the catch can.
Next, he began to look into getting the heater cable fixed in place and linked up to the controller/dial on the dashboard of the MGC. With everything linked up, Jon could test the heating system in the cabin of the classic MGC.
A crucial job that needed to be done on the car was replacing one of the wheel bearings. Jon noticed that the wheel was making some small noises and allowed for some small movement back and forth when rocked.
With all of this done, the car can be completely road tested and signed off.
Teething Issue – Fixing the Door Mechanism on the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series 3 Roadster
March 9, 2022
The technicians in the Bridge Classic Cars restoration workshop at our Suffolk HQ have been working on a slight issue with the driver’s door on the 1973 Jaguar E Type Series 3 Roadster, Fern Grey.
Jon has been looking into the door mechanism which when the window is closed, cannot be opened from the inside.
Upon inspection, Jon found that the window regulator was interfering with the door latch mechanism and had knocked the release bar out of its guide. After removing the bar to modify and straighten the piece, he reinstalled the mechanism into the door and tested its function.
With the slight changes to the door release bar, everything was all okay after testing.
