I ventured to London to perform this weekend. The Three Chordettes were invited to perform for Collectif Vintage in Spitalfields, for the world renowned vintage clothing company’s D-Day Celebration. The day started off with a delayed train, but this only brought good fortune as we were upgraded to first class. Having had a relaxing journey […]
Jonn investigated an oil leak on our 1993 Ford Escort XR3i, with the source suspected to be the inlet camshaft sensor. He removed the sensor and inspected the O-ring seal, which was found to have gone flat. Using the seal kit, he made a new O-ring, applied grease, and refitted the sensor securely. The electrical […]
Put bits back on the car ?????? (Sorry Rob not sure what to do with that one!)
Geoff has prepped the Jensen interceptor for its first layer of undercoat.
Jonn carried out a full lights and levels check on our 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Vogue. He adjusted the tyre pressures to 36 psi at the front and 42 psi at the rear. However, he was unable to inflate the spare tyre as the rear luggage compartment was fully loaded, preventing access. Despite performing […]
Jonn checked fluid levels on our 1947 Wolseley Eight and topped up the engine oil. On inspection, the fuel in the filter appeared dirty and showed signs of water contamination. He used the car’s fuel pump to begin emptying the tank but, after disconnecting the pipe and switching the ignition on, no fuel was coming […]
Jonn continued work on our 1987 Mercedes 500 SL by fitting the window seals, carefully cutting and shaping them to ensure a precise fit. During the process, the window channel runner detached from the glass, which he then bonded securely back into position before refitting. Next Jonn carried out preparation work on our 1987 Mercedes […]
Greg identified that the front right lower control arm bushing on our 1993 Ford Escort XR3i is failing and noted that the front disc brakes require replacement. He also addressed a rust hole in the centre muffler, which he was able to repair with a weld. Additionally, the front speakers were replaced.
Jonn continued setting up the accelerator on our 1959 Austin Healey 3000 in line with the provided instructions. He repositioned the rod to the carburettors and achieved the best possible result, although a slight amount of play remains in all the ball and socket rods. A test confirmed the setup seems satisfactory, with throttle response […]
Jonn was unable to source the correct coolant header tank for our 1978 MG Midget 1500, so he modified the one available and refitted it. He carried out a test fit and fabricated a new strap to secure the tank in place. As the tank sits close to the radiator, he made a small bracket […]
Mauro stripped the Mini ready to start body work.
John refitted the driver’s carpet on our 1972 Triumph Stag as neatly as possible. The roof catches were repaired to eliminate free play and subsequently adjusted for proper engagement. He also repositioned the door sticker to achieve a better fit. The movement in the roof catches was addressed as part of the adjustments.
John refitted the exhaust on our 1972 Triumph Stag following its repair, using new rubbers to secure it in place.
Jonn continued work on our 1959 Austin Healey 3000 with the arrival of the throttle bar bushes. He used trimmed P-clips to secure the new bushes within the existing brackets and determined the most effective method for mounting before proceeding with fitting them back onto the car. The rod position on the end of the […]
Tony packed up our 1968 Austin Mini Cooper S to be delivered to the lucky winner Derek Brooks.
Lydia has been carefully fitting carpets for our 1976 Jensen Interceptor.
Greg removed the old corroded battery tray from our 1993 Ford Escort XR3i Silver and replaced it with a bespoke fabricated unit. He then applied paint protection and sealed the area to ensure durability and resistance to future corrosion.
Tony collected the headlights for our 1954 Jaguar XK120 Cream from Crawley.
Jonn fitted a new manifold-to-downpipe gasket on our 1984 Morgan 4/4, ensuring it was properly sealed and securely fastened. A new starter motor was sourced, but it proved to be the incorrect type.
Ben worked on our 1976 Jensen Interceptor by scraping down the underside in preparation for protective coating, working alongside Greg to mask off the suspension and paintwork. He then sprayed the underside with 3M underseal, taking care to touch in any hard-to-reach areas for full coverage. The rear springs were also prepped for finishing, with […]
Jonn investigated an exhaust blow on our 1984 Morgan 4/4, traced to the joint between the manifold and downpipe. He applied heat to release and remove the downpipe nuts and studs, then cleaned both mating surfaces as thoroughly as possible given the limited access. The starter motor was removed in preparation for fitting a new […]
John traced a fault in the wiring on our 1978 MG Midget 1500 and identified a section of melted wiring as the source of the issue. He removed the damaged wiring and installed a replacement to restore proper electrical function. Jonn brought our 1978 MG Midget out from the Classic Lounge and conducted a road […]
Greg carried out cleaning work on our 1976 Jensen Interceptor, focusing on the wheel arches and removing the existing undercoat. This preparation is essential ahead of applying a fresh layer of undercoat to ensure proper adhesion and protection.
Mauro applied epoxy primer to the floor panels and gearbox tunnel of our 1953 Aston Martin DB2/4, followed by a coat of direct-to-metal satin black paint to provide a durable and protective finish.
Ben continued work on our 1976 Jensen Interceptor by fitting the hood stay and making adjustments to the dampers. He cleaned and polished the washer jets to improve their appearance and functionality, and cut new rubber gaskets for the wiper chrome bezels. With these components prepared, he proceeded with fitting the new parts in place.
Pete removed the rear H-frame from our 1978 Mercedes 350SL and began trimming back to the chassis tail ends in preparation for fitting the new rear crossmember, which will be tied into the replacement boot floor. Despite the location being deep behind the bodywork, corrosion was still present in these areas. Fortunately, the acid dip […]
Lydia has fitted a brand new set of green carpets in the Austin Devon Pickup.
Jonn secured all track rod ends on our 1959 Austin Healey 3000 and tightened the ball joint before fitting a new split pin. With the steering components addressed, he lowered the car to the floor and confirmed that the tracking remained correctly set, with plans to check it again following a road test. He then […]
Jonn carried out work on the passenger’s door window of our 1987 Mercedes 500SL. He located the glass and the rear section runner, but as the original fixings could not be found at the time, he cut down two 6mm bolts to use in their place. The channel was fitted and greased to ensure smooth […]