[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Lauren has been hard at work over the last couple of days, stripping our 1949 MGYT of all the removable components. As this is a
Work on our 1949 MG Y Tourer was not scheduled to begin until the beginning of next year but Lauren has managed to squeeze in
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We’ve managed to spare a few hours this afternoon to have our 1949 MG Y Tourer up on the ramp for the full appraisal. From
As you can see, when our 1989 Volkswagen Camper T25 arrived with us at Bridge Classic Cars fuel filler cap was fitted with a stainless
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The week started out with a visit from our engine builder Don Warman. He came over from Maldon in Essex especially to inspect the engine of
Here we have our 1968 MGBGT dashboard stripped of all its components and ready for Trevor to work his magic on the wrinkle effect paint
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This morning we welcomed the newest addition to the Bridge Classic Cars family. Our 1949 MG YT (T is for Tourer) has been owned by
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]1959 Austin Healey Sprite, with modifications of the type carried out in period by “The Donald Healey Motor Co”(DHMC)“. It has never been welded, making
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s the news we were hoping not to hear but unfortunately the chassis is in need of attention. With the car in full working order
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This wonderful little classic has been brought in to us today as the overdrive has decided to stop working. And as there’s an important (and
With the majority of the components cleaned up and refurbished and the shell back from the paint shop looking stunning in Snowberry White, tomorrow we
Taken in as a future restoration project, this fantastic Mercedes SL Turbo Diesel is now available to buy on eBay. The reason for sale is
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Great team work today as the newly rebuilt Maserati Merak engine was gently lowered into the vehicle before being fixed into place. She’s finally
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are now well on the way with refitting our 1976 Maserati Merak. Probably one of our most challenging builds to date, not only did
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Our 1968 MGBGT is now back with us from the paint shop ready to be refitted. Finished in Snowberry White the shell has been completed
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This morning we saw the return of our 1966 Morris Minor 1000 for it’s yearly MOT. She’s been with us a couple of times in
Yahoo News reports that more women are joining the predominantly male-dominated classic car market than ever before, new research has revealed. According to a study
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This morning, we took delivery of the rear suspension’s larger components from Scott at B&R Bodyworks in Gt Blakenham. The smaller items we blast ourselves
Our good friend Tony from Wyatt Polishing in Thetford came to visit our Ipswich workshops today. He has just finished re-chroming the door handles of
The new windscreen has now been fitted to our freshly painted VW T25 Camper. She is now watertight. Just a few more days till we
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As we’ve said on many occasions, when carrying out any work on your classic car (or modern for that matter!) take lots of photos! Some
Here we have the first images of the new Snowberry White finish to our 1968 MGBGT. Snowberry White is a very creamy white. It was
Our 1932 Vauxhall Cadet engine has now been removed from the vehicle ready to be stripped, repaired rebuilt. As you can see from the images,
Mark and Lauren have had a busy morning removing and loosening all of the components required to remove the engine from our 1932 Vauxhall Cadet.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On Tuesday 20th September our completed 1951 MG TD Competition Abington MK II was taken to Priory Hall in Hadleigh, Suffolk for the celebratory photo
It’s been a long time coming but the new V5 UK registration is now with us. The new UK plates have been produced. Unfortunately it
…and we’ve found the issues but unfortunately it will mean the engine will now need to be removed. It’ll be removed later today and completely
Our 1969 MGB V8 is in today to be MOT’d. This was due to take place in the afternoon which gave us the morning to
It’s been a busy weekend for Trevor this weekend as he worked on getting our Volkswagen Camper T25 in primer ready for paint. On Monday
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Lauren has been hard at work over the last couple of days, stripping our 1949 MGYT of all the removable components.
As this is a complete rebuild project the entire car is to be stripped. The engine was already out of the vehicle which saved us a lot of time but all we have left to do now is a few wires under the bonnet, the bonnet itself as well as the two doors.
All interior, exterior, hood and hood frame is now off the vehicle and stored away safely ready to be assessed for cleaning, repairing or replacing.
The next big job will be to remove the shell from the chassis so it can be prepared and re-sprayed.
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Work on our 1949 MG Y Tourer was not scheduled to begin until the beginning of next year but Lauren has managed to squeeze in a couple of days this week to get started on stripping the car. Everything on this vehicle is to removed as it is a complete ‘nut and bolt’ restoration.
The car started it’s life in blue and whoever changed the colour of her has done a remarkable job, every inch of this vehicle suggests it started it’s life a white car…a real credit to it’s previous owner!
As Lauren will tell you, some cars are a nightmare to strip, some of these rusty bolts just don’t want to be loosened. Others are a dream to strip, this being one of them…so far anyway!!
At the end of day one
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We’ve managed to spare a few hours this afternoon to have our 1949 MG Y Tourer up on the ramp for the full appraisal.
From first impressions Asa has reported good news. The hot climate has helped preserve the underneath which is very promising. Every exterior panel needs work but this is to be expected. Nothing is too daunting and everything is achievable.
Once the full appraisal is complete we’ll report back on our findings and then discuss the next phase of the restoration project.
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As you can see, when our 1989 Volkswagen Camper T25 arrived with us at Bridge Classic Cars fuel filler cap was fitted with a stainless checkerplate surround.
The checkerplate was never going to stay but once we had removed the surround we could see the extent of the work that needed to be carried out.
Now we have fitted a brand new fuel filler cap which fits the vehicle much better and looks so much more appealing and right!
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The week started out with a visit from our engine builder Don Warman. He came over from Maldon in Essex especially to inspect the engine of our Jensen. Don built our 1961 Jensen engine so there’s no one better to perfect the running of this engine than Don.
Before he even started the engine he made the decision to take the carburettors and distributor back to his workshops to rebuild them. Once these are rebuilt he will return to run the engine properly, only then will he decide the next step for this engine.
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Here we have our 1968 MGBGT dashboard stripped of all its components and ready for Trevor to work his magic on the wrinkle effect paint coating.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This morning we welcomed the newest addition to the Bridge Classic Cars family.
Our 1949 MG YT (T is for Tourer) has been owned by the same family from new and has spent it’s entire life over in Cyprus.
The only information we were originally given was “The vehicle has been in the family since new. The vehicle which is cream in colour has been used as a family car. The engine requires a rebore and is out of the car at the present moment. The upholstery and soft top was renovated in Lincoln Green leather just over 7 years ago”
Now in the hands of its proud new owner, Mr MacDonald has been on the look out for some time for an MG Y so when this came available on eBay he was determined to get his hands on it.
She docked in Felixstowe last week from Cyprus and has just arrived with us here in our Ipswich workshop for a full appraisal ready for the full restoration to commence.
Even Mike, owner of NTG (one of the UK’s largest suppliers of MG parts) was excited to see this car, as soon as we told him of the history. He paid us a special visit this morning to have a good look over her, even before we had chance to get her inside!
She’ll soon be brought through our workshops for a full appraisal but even though she may look a little sorry for herself right now I think it is safe to say this is a fantastic little find for Mr MacDonald.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”7700,7701,7702,7703,7704,7705,7706,7707,7708,7709,7710,7711,7712,7713,7714,7715,7716,7717″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]1959 Austin Healey Sprite, with modifications of the type carried out in period by “The Donald Healey Motor Co”(DHMC)“. It has never been welded, making it an excellent basis for a concours restoration.
Supplied new by “The Car Mart” in London, this car was registered on 5th October 1959. It still carries the original number plates, not only the number itself, but also the actual plates, in pressed aluminium with 3 1/2″ digits as made by “Wright Edgware” (still stamped on bottom) and fitted by “The Car Mart”.
As also befits a car of this calibre, it has the original logbook from 1959, the original handbook and an original BMC workshop manual.
In addition to this it has the last tax disc worn by the car just before it was laid up (FEB 73) and it has re-fitted, the period tax disc holder. There is also a comprehensive file of receipts for parts used during the restoration.
Body
This is excellent, being restored with attention to detail, new floors, genuine British Leyland inner and outer sills, new rear bulkhead outer skin, new boot floor etc. These were all fitted as per original, using a spot welder for a factory look. In addition, new longitudinal top hat stiffeners were fitted as well as various other minor repairs. The bottoms were removed from the chassis legs so that the muck and rust could be cleaned out and replaced with new metal. It goes without saying that the bonnet is all steel, this was fitted with a new lower front valance. Factory type sealer was then applied as per original (over seams) before the whole body shell was professionally prepared and painted outside, inside and underneath. The colour is the original IRIS blue from 1959. The car has also been drilled to allow a full course of Waxoyl to be injected. On a hot day it can be seen creeping out of the seams. The wheel-arches and floorpan are as shiny as the body itself. Wherever the car goes it always draws comments about the quality of the panel fit and the finish of the paint. The rest of the components, such as fuel tank etc are also sprayed to a mirror finish in black. Everything on this car is correct, so things like the bonnet fittings, prop, safety catch, horn, original bakelite battery drip tray etc are all original, both in spec and were fitted to this very original car when it was built.
Mechanicals
All matching numbers, so this means original to the car, still with engine number as on original log-book, 948cc sprite engine, with original EN16 crankshaft and connecting rods, mated to a lightened (as per special tuning) flywheel. Crank re-ground, new bearings fitted, block re-bored to plus 30 thou, new pistons fitted, High lift cam fitted, new seals (original felt type on crank pulley) and gaskets etc. Fitted with rather special 12G295 cylinder head with 34mm inlet and 29mm exhaust valves, this has been expertly ported and polished in period. Carburettors are 1 1/2″ H4 type SU’s with period ram pipes. A period small bore exhaust manifold is fitted too. The under-bonnet components are all the originals too, things like the original BMC spark plug lead ends, the battery terminals with the lead screwed in terminals, the original heater tap with the smooth brass knob, the original pressed rocker box top with the metal screw cap and the long, turned down oil breather. All original sprite Mk1 and unusual to see all these items still fitted. Smooth type gearbox, believed to be fitted with Mk 11 (close) ratios, this was merely inspected, cleaned and re-fitted. New engine and gearbox mountings throughout, new hardy spicers fitted to propshaft. The rear axle was again merely cleaned, inspected, fitted with new seals and re-fitted. The front suspension was re-built with new trunnions etc as needed.
Wheels and Brakes
As can be seen, this car is fitted with wire wheels as per Donald Healey Motor Co, this means proper splined front hubs that carry a “Q” part number along with an adaptor plate which allows the backplate to be replaced by a Girling caliper. The calipers were bought brand new. The car also wears Healey Motor Co type anti-roll bar. New Girling Master cylinders were fitted too, a great improvement over the original Lockheed type. At the back, the car wears 8 1/2″ inch drums again, Girling type and fitted with new hydraulics. Original bolt on splined hubs are fitted here, as per DHMC. The wire wheels have been sprayed in two-pack silver, lacquered and fitted with a full set of Michelin tyres (5no). As one would expect with this set up, the car steers and stops very, very well indeed.
Interior
Superb and very period looking! Seats were re-built, with new foams etc and I had to have the seat covers specially made with the light blue piping, as per the originals. New carpet set and Mostly new interior trim panels. Instruments are all original to the car and all in full working order. The steering wheel is a SEBRING SPRITE item. A period lucas dipping rear view mirror as fitted to works sprites is fitted too. The doors have the ribbed rubber on the inside and the original moulded door pockets have been re-covered to match the rest of the interior. The cockpit cappings are original, the one over the dash being vinyl covered (as it should be) and the rest still in their original excellent anodised state. I attribute their condition to the fact that the car has always worn a hardtop. The proper Hardura matting extends fully in to the boot, where the spare wheel is properly secured with new original type straps and the boot has side panels fitted. There is also an original BMC type jack and handle in the boot. This is restored and in full working order. The boot is left in brown primer as per original frogeyes.
Weather Equipment
There is a restored hood frame, as well as a new hood, which has a zip out rear window. The Original frogeye side screens (different to Mk2 sprite and Mk1 Midget) have been restored, so they have new perspex and all new seals fitted. There is also an original tonneau cover which has had a new zip fitted.
Works Hardtop
Genuine BMC works hardtop. The over centre catches have been re-chromed and all the original bracketry is present including the chrome wing nuts and the original aluminium draught excluder clips. New cloth bound weather stripping has been fitted and also a new Headlining even though it never had one. The back window was missing so it now wears a polycarbonate one.
Chrome
The chrome has all been re-plated, including the handbrake and gear-lever. The exception is the front bumper which still wears good original plating and the original BMC locking petrol cap which is slightly speckled, but very presentable.
Electrics
New colour correct cloth braided wiring harness, new Lucas sports coil, new fuse box, re-built dynamo (with tacho drive).
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]It’s the news we were hoping not to hear but unfortunately the chassis is in need of attention.
With the car in full working order and with all panels in place the chassis is barely exposed on the Jensen 541S. It is not until you remove the outer sills do you fully expose the chassis which was one of our first tasks on this restoration project.
From first impressions the chassis looked good so we were all very hopeful that once the sills were removed we’d be looking at a similar condition but luck is not always on our side…with the sills fully removed it was evident to see that we were not working with a solid, acceptable chassis. What makes the Jensen 541S chassis very unique is that, in parts, it is also used as a a vacuum chamber for the braking system.
So our order of work has altered slightly, now to include the repair of the chassis. When you are looking at a car as beautiful as this and even more so, when it is one of the very first three ever to be built you know that all the hard work it will take to get this back to it’s best is well worth it.
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This wonderful little classic has been brought in to us today as the overdrive has decided to stop working.
And as there’s an important (and secret) run that she’s due to be on on Sunday we’ve pulled out all the stops to squeeze her in.
The issue we had was that there was no power to the overdrive, at the operating solenoid.
This was chased back to the relay that had no power being sent across it.
This was then further chased back to the fuse box where the power would ordinarily be coming from. We found a poor terminal connection at the fuse box.
Thanks to our good friends down at NTG in Ipswich who had one remaining on the shelf the job has not be held up by any parts needing to be couriered in.
When corrected, everything started to work as it should.
Then, just as we thought we could sit back we operated her a few times before the control relay packed up.
A new one was sourced immediately and she is now ready for her secret meet on Sunday.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”7645,7644,7643,7641,7640,7639,7638,7637,7636,7635,7634″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
With the majority of the components cleaned up and refurbished and the shell back from the paint shop looking stunning in Snowberry White, tomorrow we all plan to get together to discuss the next step of the build.
We are hoping that after tomorrow’s meeting we’ll have a better idea as to any special requirements that will be needed prior to the rebuild process taking place.
Taken in as a future restoration project, this fantastic Mercedes SL Turbo Diesel is now available to buy on eBay.
The reason for sale is simply that we just don’t have the space to store her as a future restoration.
If you fancy a restoration project yourself then this could be the car for you…
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Great team work today as the newly rebuilt Maserati Merak engine was gently lowered into the vehicle before being fixed into place.
She’s finally starting to look like the gorgeous 70’s Supercar she once was.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”7595,7596,7597,7598,7599,7600,7601,7602,7603,7591″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]We are now well on the way with refitting our 1976 Maserati Merak.
Probably one of our most challenging builds to date, not only did the car come to us as a ‘box of bits’ but sourcing parts and information regarding this vehicle has been somewhat of a challenge.
As mentioned previously, all anyone seems to have for this vehicle is a manual. I’m sure you’re thinking ‘a manual is all you need’ but when it is all in Italian it makes some tasks tricky.
Luckily we have built up a fantastic contact book of Maserati specialists who have all been great and the guys at McGrath Maserati have been amazing help to us today as we fitted up the bulkhead ready for the fuel tanks and engine to be fitted.
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Our 1968 MGBGT is now back with us from the paint shop ready to be refitted.
Finished in Snowberry White the shell has been completed re-sprayed and a special Snowberry White stone chip has been applied to the underneath for extra protection.
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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This morning we saw the return of our 1966 Morris Minor 1000 for it’s yearly MOT. She’s been with us a couple of times in the past for some remedial work to be carried out but this time, she was just in for a pre-MOT inspection before going through the test.
Good news all round as she passed with flying colours, no advisories to report.
Here at Bridge Classic Cars we have the skills and expertise to carry out all work on your classic vehicle. From upholstering the seat to a full restoration no job is too big or too small.
We have a passion for classics so your car is in the very best hands. How many times can you say you’ve been to a garage that cares as much as you do about your classic car?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”7566,7565,7564,7563,7562,7561″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
Yahoo News reports that more women are joining the predominantly male-dominated classic car market than ever before, new research has revealed.
According to a study of 2,009 adults conducted by classic car insurance broker Footman James, 26% of women would now consider buying a classic car.
The survey also revealed that over the past two years, the number of women who own classic cars has increased by 40%, with women expected to account for 11% of the overall market by the end of the year.
Footman James’ research also revealed women were savvier when it came to identifying appreciating classic cars than men were.
Female participants successfully identified two of the top five appreciating classics from the past year, while male participants only identified one.
Liam Lloyd from Footman James said: “Nowadays the classic car market is no longer an old boys club, with female owners proving their savviness when it comes to picking the top performing models. The popularity of mainstream media has introduced a whole new array of people to the world of classics, reflected in the rising interest from female buyers across the country.
“However for any buyer, regardless of age or gender, it’s important to keep a few top tips in mind. Look to buy the best, seek expert advice, don’t be afraid to ask questions and monitor the market. Also, while it’s natural to focus on potential increases in value – it’s just as important to make sure it’s a car you actually like. After all there’s a reason it’s often called a passion purchase.”
Lloyd also stressed the importance of ensuring classic cars were properly insured, as rising values could lead to them becoming under-insured.
Birmingham was identified as the city with the greatest number of female classic car owners, with Tonbridge and then Bristol rounding out the top three.
It was also found that the average age of a female classic car owner has dropped over the last few years, now standing at 52.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]This morning, we took delivery of the rear suspension’s larger components from Scott at B&R Bodyworks in Gt Blakenham.
The smaller items we blast ourselves in-house but the larger and less delicate components are taken to one of our many blasting contacts. Rather than having blast cabinets they have rooms dedicated to blasting and let’s face it, they are the experts in their field.
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Our good friend Tony from Wyatt Polishing in Thetford came to visit our Ipswich workshops today.
He has just finished re-chroming the door handles of our 1971 Volvo P1800 and said he’d drop them off for us, fantastic customer service I think you’ll agree.
…and not just an excuse to get out of the office and take his MG Midget for a spin!
The new windscreen has now been fitted to our freshly painted VW T25 Camper.
She is now watertight.
Just a few more days till we see her back in our Ipswich workshops ready for the custom design decals to be added and the interior to be fitted up.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]As we’ve said on many occasions, when carrying out any work on your classic car (or modern for that matter!) take lots of photos! Some of them you’ll look at in years to come and think “what did I take a picture of that for?” but trust us, that random picture might come in quite handy.
It’s easy to look at the engine you’re currently taking apart and think “I’ll remember where that goes” and then life gives you other things to concentrate on. When you finally get round to rebuilding the engine you took apart all that time ago, you have something random in your hand and you’re looking at a hole in front you questioning whether it’ll fit…that’s when the photo will come in handy!
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Here we have the first images of the new Snowberry White finish to our 1968 MGBGT.
Snowberry White is a very creamy white. It was a very popular colour used in the 1960’s and generally speaking was used by the MG, Austin and Rover motor companies.
Our 1932 Vauxhall Cadet engine has now been removed from the vehicle ready to be stripped, repaired rebuilt.
As you can see from the images, the seals have not prevented the ingress of water and unfortunately as the water has been sitting around for some time it has started to rust the components. This will need to be rectified as part of the rebuild process to prevent this from happening in the future.
We’ve been busy welding up various cars this week and both ramps have been hard at work but once we cleared some room in our workshops the engine was able to be removed.
Mark and Lauren have had a busy morning removing and loosening all of the components required to remove the engine from our 1932 Vauxhall Cadet.
Hopefully we’ll have a body minus an engine by the end of the day so it can start to be stripped and prepared ready for rebuild.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]On Tuesday 20th September our completed 1951 MG TD Competition Abington MK II was taken to Priory Hall in Hadleigh, Suffolk for the celebratory photo shoot.
We were welcomed at the beautiful hall by owner Cyndy who showed us her own MG tucked away ready for the summer.
A special thank you as always to Jason at Sugar and Spice Photography for his incredible skills and thank you also to Hayley and Lauren from the 1940’s harmony trio The Bombshells for bringing a bit of glamour to the shoot.
If you would like to see more of The Bombshells you can visit their facebook page and if you would like them perform at your event contact the team at Halo Entertainment who will be more than happy to help.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_gallery type=”image_grid” images=”7091,7092,7093,7094,7095,7096,7098,7099,7100,7101,7102,7103,7104,7105,7106,7107,7108,7109,7110,7111,7112,7113,7115,7116,7120,7123,7126,7127,7128,7129,7130,7131,7132,7134,7136,7137,7139,7140,7143,7145,7147,7148,7151,7153,7156,7158,7159,7161,7164,7166,7167,7169,7171,7172,7178,7181,7377,7379,7381,7383,7384,7385,7392,7393,7396,7397,7400,7402,7403,7405,7406,7407,7408,7411,7415,7414,7419,7420,7422,7423,7424,7425,7426,7421″][/vc_column][/vc_row]
It’s been a long time coming but the new V5 UK registration is now with us. The new UK plates have been produced.
Unfortunately it was a little too late coming so our wonderful photo shoot by Jason at Sugar and Spice Photography with Hayley and Lauren from Halo Entertainment took place at Priory Hall in Hadleigh on the old plates.
I’m sure you’ll agree, it still looks incredible.
Here are the new plates, you can imagine them being on the car in the photos!!
…and we’ve found the issues but unfortunately it will mean the engine will now need to be removed.
It’ll be removed later today and completely stripped down for internal inspection.
Whether the bloc will need to be re-bored or honed will be evident further in to the process once it has been stripped down.
Here are the images from our Endoscope you can see the damage inside bore 5 and 6. As you can see, a dirty substance has been found.
Our 1969 MGB V8 is in today to be MOT’d. This was due to take place in the afternoon which gave us the morning to get a few extra jobs done to the car.
Our first job of the day was to fit the new cooling fan to the radiator, once this was in place we wired it up before refitting the bumper and grille.
A 12v socket was to be fitted to the passenger footwell too.
Unfortunately during our work we discovered a substance within the cooling system which needed to be immediately addressed. We are currently working on the issue to prevent it from happening again.
It’s been a busy weekend for Trevor this weekend as he worked on getting our Volkswagen Camper T25 in primer ready for paint.
On Monday morning Craig popped over to the paint shop in Needham Market to answer a couple of questions Trevor had and the good news is that she’s all painted and almost ready for the decals.
As you can see, the previously white vents and covers have now been colour coded and a decision has been made today for the new grilles to be coloured black.
New bumpers and door rubbers have been ordered today from VW Heritage, the UK’s leading supplier of VW parts…so once these have arrived and have been fitted up she’ll be looking fantastic once again!
Watch this space for more pictures, coming soon…
