This shows the some of the processes involved in restoring the engine mount damper system on our 1978 Mercedes 350SL . All parts dismantled, sandblasted and thoroughly cleaned. Metal cups that hold the rubber bushes in place zinc plated and metal brackets spray painted before being reassembled. Some small brackets for engine that have been […]
Jonn worked on our 1968 Austin Mini Cooper S, beginning by determining the appropriate locations for the relay and switch for the heated rear window. He planned the wire routing for both components and started laying out the wires to the required lengths. All wire ends were soldered, and terminals were shrink-wrapped for durability and […]
The original carburettor on our 1951 Austin Devon was stripped, thoroughly cleaned, and rebuilt using new seals, gaskets, and a new throttle spindle shaft before being refitted to the car. Attention then turned to the original woodwork from inside the cab, which was sorted through to determine which pieces could be reused. Suitable pieces were […]
Jonn investigated the possibility of repairing the bellhousing on our 1963 Fiat 500 where the starter motor bolts on, attempting to do so with the engine still in place. However, due to limited access, he stripped and removed the engine and gearbox. Once separated, the gearbox was washed down in the damaged area and handed […]
Our 1978 MG Midget 1500 has had its bumper, lights, and boot badge removed to allow access to rusted areas, where rust treatment was then applied. Filler work was carried out and sanded smooth in preparation for painting. The car has since been painted, with clear coat applied to complete the finish.
Here are some reference photos of the rear suspension strip down of our 1978 Mercedes 350SL. Along with splitting the diff from the axle, Ben also removed all the subframe mounts so they could be sent off for blasting and powder coating.
The fuel pump on our 1951 Austin Devon was stripped, blasted, and reassembled with new seals and valves before being refitted to the car. The left-hand horn was refurbished and installed. Bonnet mouldings and catches were also fitted. Additionally, the brake master cylinder was overhauled with new seals to restore its proper function.
Jonn replaced the rotor arm and refitted the distributor cap of our 1968 Austin Mini Cooper S. He then tightened the steering wheel and removed the floor mat from beneath the pedals. Topped up the coolant and checked the oil level, which was satisfactory. Carried out a walkaround inspection and moved the vehicle outside to […]
The doors of our 1976 Jensen Interceptor have been primed before being rubbed down.
More welding work has been completed on our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe.
The doors have been refitted to our MGB Roadster and they have been aligned to the car.
These photos from Ben show the newly installed brake shoes and replacement brake cylinder rubbers on our 1955 Austin Healey 100. The surface of the new shoes was lightly abraded using sandpaper by both Ben and Steve to aid the bedding-in process and ensure improved contact upon initial use. Also carried out was the fitting […]
The recently painted rocker covers have now been fitted to our 1975 MGB GT V8. This means that the engine is now complete and ready to go back into the car.
Our MG Midget competition shoot needed to have the feel of spring and this beautiful spot surround by daffodils was just perfect, the bright orange of the car, the luscious green grass and the yellow flowers gives all the spring vibes!
The interior of our 1956 Sunbeam Talbot was removed in order to gain access to the gearbox. The flywheel and starter motor were replaced.
Here is what Jonn has been up to with our 1980 MG Midget: Road tested to check brakes. Operation confirmed as satisfactory; due to the absence of servo assistance, firm pedal pressure is necessary, but braking performance is as expected with new components. A noise was noted on full right-hand lock. Vehicle returned to workshop […]
Jonn prepared a new fuel tank for installation in our 1974 Triumph Stag, transferring all required components and applying foam padding to designated areas for protection. He then installed a new fuel pump and connected it. Fitted the tank, secured it, and connected all fuel lines and the filler neck. Installed new fuel sender with […]
Jonn inspected the threads in the cylinder head for the exhaust manifold in our 1963 Fiat 500. The upper thread initially appeared intact, as the bolt tightened correctly. However, the lower hole showed signs of thread damage. Jonn drilled and tapped the lower hole to fit a helicoil insert. He then cleaned the mating surfaces […]
Rob continued his work on our 1951 Austin Devon, fitting the starter motor and installing the dashboard with all necessary connections. The trafficators were assembled, fitted, and tested. Headlamps were also fitted.
A panel from our 1960 Jensen 541R had its external areas masked before the interior surface was coated with black satin Raptor. The car was then flatted down in preparation for polishing.
Once our 1973 MGB Roadster had been masked up in preparation to be painted, Adam applied the first colour – blue. Once dry, this was followed by the application of the silver/gold layer. Once both colour coats had dried, a clear coat was applied to complete the process.
Recent work on our 1987 Mercedes 500SL involved aligning the rear subframe assembly beneath the car and lowering the ramp to bring the assembly into position. Initial alignment on the floor proved difficult, requiring several adjustments to the angle. Once repositioned, the rear differential mount was successfully bolted up. The car was then gently raised […]
Work was carried out on our 1980 MG Midget by refitting and securing the rack gaiter. The threads on the track rod end were cleaned before refitting the lock nut. A new track rod end was installed; as it was slightly longer than the original, it required more turns to fit, exceeding the 15 turns […]
Tony collected our 1934 Wolseley Hornet from its owner and bought it back tot eh Bridge Classic cars Workshop. Now that it is here, the team can investigate why it is not running.
The boot and bonnet of our 1973 MGB Roadster have continued their stay in the Bridge Classic Cars paint shop and will soon be leaving with a fresh coat of paint.
Jonn placed our 1963 Fiat 500 on the ramp to attend to the exhaust system. The old broken silencer and its mounts were removed, and the flanges were cleaned. The top bolt hole for the rear manifold was drilled out and fitted with a helicoil. The manifold and gasket were then installed and tightened. The […]
The old seatbelt was removed from the nearside rear of the 2010 Land Rover Defender 90. A new belt was fitted and securely fixed in place. The belt was pulled out and plugged into the seat. All fixings were checked with a spanner and confirmed to be secure. Caps were then fitted to the nuts.
New bonnet panels have been fabricated for our 1955 Aston Martin DB2/4 Drophead Coupe.
After checking over our 1955 MG Magnette, the shock absorber mounting was found to be adrift. The tank was removed so welding could be done safely
The U-bolts securing the steering rack to the cross-member of our 1977 Ford Granada were removed. It was discovered that the U-bolts had been fitted to the incorrect sides, with the offside U-bolt aligning properly with the nearside mount, while the nearside U-bolt did not fit as intended. The U-bolts were swapped over to their […]