Sunday, March 02, 2008

Metal work for body in final stages V2





Will sent me some photos across from Steve's workshop last week of progress on the body.
The major chassis elements, internal rockers, floors and inner whell arches have now been fitted. The rear panel now has to be fitted along with the external rocker panels. Once these and a few small pieces are done then the body will go off for a final light sand blast to remove and surface rust and then get prepped for paint.

NOS parts V2




Here are photos of parts that Santa bought me for a belated Christmas present. European headlight units, these came with LHD lenses and I needed to buy RHD ones and swap over, headlight unit on the left is the Mercedes one.
I asked the suppliers if they needed RHD reflectors to which they said no. I remain convinced that the reflectors need modifying in the same way that Porsche & VW ones (headlight unit on right) need to be adapted by repositioning the locating slot in the reflector for the tab on the bulb - if anyone knows then please let me know.
I also received the correct non vented fuel cap for the car, stunned at the cost of these items even after club discount but at least it wasn't bumper sections that I needed and they are still available.