Rubce Posted July 23, 2013 Author Share Posted July 23, 2013 The dash is in :) Still have the oil pressure gauge and clock to fit. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Longstrider Posted July 23, 2013 Share Posted July 23, 2013 Bruce, great thread, truly inspiring and full of useful information. I have just taken delivery of my 3rd Gt6, but my first full restoration. I'm really looking forward to getting back into Triumphs (why did i ever leave) and starting on the rebuild, but I am apprehensive about welding, ;-) I have really set my heart on doing everything, except the paint myself. I must say seeing all the hidden rust on your restoration has prepared me (not completely) for some scary surprises. Best of luck. Brett Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GT6Craig Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Quote:Bruce, great thread, truly inspiring and full of useful information. I have just taken delivery of my 3rd Gt6, but my first full restoration. I'm really looking forward to getting back into Triumphs (why did i ever leave) and starting on the rebuild, but I am apprehensive about welding, I have really set my heart on doing everything, except the paint myself. I must say seeing all the hidden rust on your restoration has prepared me (not completely) for some scary surprises. Best of luck. BrettIf you have the space, or can time that phase of the restoration with the summer, I would recommend having a go at the painting yourself.I dont want to start the "Cellulose vs Other paints" war, but it really is easy to work with and provided you lay plenty on, and are good with a rubber sanding pad, damp cloth and t-cut, you can achieve a piano finish. Provided you take the time and prep well of course...Just a thought. I will look out for your restoration thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
junkuser Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 " provided you lay plenty on, and are good with a rubber sanding pad, damp cloth and t-cut, you can achieve a piano finish. Provided you take the time and prep well of course..." Just look at the finish on old Rolls Royce cars to see that this is the case. Fantastic finish, if you put in the effort. None of that false looking gloss you see with modern finishes, just quality.I accept that it may not weather as well, so requires care with maintenance, but I feel worth the effort for those wishing perfection.I only use acrylic now so second best for finish, but similar with less maintenance. I'm lazy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gt6s Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 7952 wrote:I find it interesting that you have the smaller brake master cylinder, and the bubble on the bulkhead for the larger reservoir is on the LH side by the hole for the fuse holder like the LH drive cars.Is it that way for all of the RH drive cars?Yup that's wot they are like.Laurence Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted July 27, 2013 Author Share Posted July 27, 2013 Hi AllI rebuilt the carbs on Friday afternoon with new seals, spindles, butterfly valves, needle valves, fixed jets, float valves and diaphrams. Getting the fixed jets out was easier than I had imagined it would be.The headlining was fitted this morning by a chap from Bentley. I had thought about doing this myself but the lack of headlining support bars due to the Webasto concerned me. It even had the trimmer's grey matter working! I am very please with the result and the windscreen fitter is booked for next weekend.Engine oil and coolant went in this morning so I am not that far away from an engine start up next weekend.RegardsBruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted July 27, 2013 Author Share Posted July 27, 2013 New headlining Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted July 27, 2013 Author Share Posted July 27, 2013 Another view Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted July 27, 2013 Author Share Posted July 27, 2013 My new quarter panels have turned out well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted July 29, 2013 Author Share Posted July 29, 2013 Seats back in :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted July 29, 2013 Author Share Posted July 29, 2013 When the car was on the road before, the throttle linkage was very worn which meant that the accelerator pedal would be at least a third of its way along its travel before the carb throttles started to open. One of my friends kindly took the linkage away and manufactured three replacement pins. After installation this evening I tested it and the throttles start to open as soon as you press the accelerator pedal Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted July 29, 2013 Author Share Posted July 29, 2013 Carbs and associated linkages and controls fitted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted July 29, 2013 Author Share Posted July 29, 2013 Replacement dashtop sourced from Spitfire Graveyard installed plus final fit of the dashboard and heater matrix controls. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted July 29, 2013 Author Share Posted July 29, 2013 General view of the car this evening. It's all coming together nicely now :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rotoflex Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 2806 wrote:When the car was on the road before, the throttle linkage was very worn which meant that the accelerator pedal would be at least a third of its way along its travel before the carb throttles started to open. One of my friends kindly took the linkage away and manufactured three replacement pins.That's pretty nice. I wish somebody would sell these linkage units as replacement/rebuilt units. When worn, they're not in your average bolt-turner's skill set to repair. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thehanko Posted July 30, 2013 Share Posted July 30, 2013 Looks really nice!Did the templates work out ok? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted August 17, 2013 Author Share Posted August 17, 2013 7330 wrote:Looks really nice!Did the templates work out ok?HiYes thanks. Sorry I forgot to reply sooner!RegardsBruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted August 17, 2013 Author Share Posted August 17, 2013 Hi AllAfter my recent bout of illness, work has restarted on the car. Yesterday evening was spent gluing the chrome trim strips to the rear and rear wings. Several bits of wood and some masking tape used to secure it all in place whilst the Tiger Seal dried.Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted August 17, 2013 Author Share Posted August 17, 2013 And another Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rotoflex Posted August 17, 2013 Share Posted August 17, 2013 You chose not to paint the ones over the rear fenders black as original? My heart is breaking! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 rotoflex wrote:You chose not to paint the ones over the rear fenders black as original? My heart is breaking!Hope your over your broken heart now! ;D Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 Sunroof frame went back in last night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted August 28, 2013 Author Share Posted August 28, 2013 My dog came down to inspect progress but found the whole experience rather tiring! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rubce Posted August 31, 2013 Author Share Posted August 31, 2013 Hi AllSpent this afternoon working on the car. I had forgotten what a git of a job it is fitting a new handbrake cable through the chassis channels! Got there in the end. Also fitted the passenger door and a few other bits and pieces.Bruce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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