Mk1 nova project

[torquey]

After stripping my sr c20let due to rot:cry: Iam using most of the parts on my merit to make a mint nova. The car was my daily until last week! I've took her off the road to sort bodywork and I've managed to sorce a e16se which iam rebuilding. Plans are to repair rear arches bits on front panel fit sr bumpers. This will be a slow going project due to not much time available.
Also parts to be fitted off the sr will be:
Rear window surrounds
Wrap around spoiler
Maybe gte skirts don't know yet.
Sr glass all round! Ect.

Here is a few pics of car and where Iam at:


http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161019_133848_zps8wnur3ud.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161019_133848_zps8wnur3ud.jpg.html)

http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161022_145849_zpsnlyzjybc.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161022_145849_zpsnlyzjybc.jpg.html) front panel scabs cut out. Check the rust out behind.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161022_152704_zpshvwh3n72.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161022_152704_zpshvwh3n72.jpg.html) after cutting out
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161022_152710_zpsrcbaen6d.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161022_152710_zpsrcbaen6d.jpg.html)
Will get some more pics of car before took off road. :thumb:

[total_vauxhall]

The rust is a bastard isnt it lol always same with novas rust from the inside out . You got a front panel pal?

[SRsam]

Sorry off the topic ... not sure if I asked you before but don't suppose you have any mk1 wings from your previous mk1sr cheers sam

[torquey]

Sorry off the topic ... not sure if I asked you before but don't suppose you have any mk1 wings from your previous mk1sr cheers sam
Still got them bit they arnt genuine ones pal.

[torquey]

Yes didn't think it would be that bad behind just goes to show lol. Not changing front panel as the rest is good. Made some patches to piece in then all will be good. Sr front bumper going on so won't be seen.

[torquey]

Here are the patches I made. Just some sheet steel I had lying around.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161023_141102_zpsscqqztzl.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161023_141102_zpsscqqztzl.jpg.html)
Offered up looks ok just need to weld it in now.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161023_141137_zpsjpg5n2yl.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161023_141137_zpsjpg5n2yl.jpg.html)
Heres a few of the good areas aound the car behind both front turrets.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161019_140838_zpsrm8jjras.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161019_140838_zpsrm8jjras.jpg.html)
Photobucket is not playing will try again after.

[torquey]

http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161019_140829_zpsal8sdd3p.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161019_140829_zpsal8sdd3p.jpg.html)

http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161019_140811_zpsmdhgx3ic.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161019_140811_zpsmdhgx3ic.jpg.html)
More added later on.

[torquey]

More pics : boots corners other side is the same.

http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161030_102202_zpsbx77pd6x.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161030_102202_zpsbx77pd6x.jpg.html)

Inside shot fitted my sr seats and gte steering wheel and door cappings.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161030_092513_zpsmpd42dxq.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161030_092513_zpsmpd42dxq.jpg.html)

One of the engine before strip down
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20160918_134832_zpsr2ciemvl.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20160918_134832_zpsr2ciemvl.jpg.html)
Head is off fitted new oil pump and everything degreased and painted up will get some pics of that.

[novadave24]

Looks like my old engine love mk1s

[torquey]

Carnt beat a mk1 nova.

[torquey]

Been busy in the garage sorting the engine out. Been painting up engine and parts ready for re fitting. Need something to do with these dark nights being here.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161010_171704_zpsfowfoeso.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161010_171704_zpsfowfoeso.jpg.html)
I've de greased the block wire wheeled it.

http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161010_173928_zpson9o5y4a.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161010_173928_zpson9o5y4a.jpg.html) 1st coat of engine paint. It's had 3 upto now.
Sump de greased and sanded ready for primer and paint.

http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161010_171455_zpsql98fwqv.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161010_171455_zpsql98fwqv.jpg.html)
Baffle and oil pick up cleaned new gaskets
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161010_171448_zpsfiqylqpa.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161010_171448_zpsfiqylqpa.jpg.html)
More soon.

[Benn]

Looking good, Why not fit the Let to this one?

[torquey]

Let's gone got good money for it and plus didn't wanna go down big block again. Fancied a change.

[Benn]

Ah fair.

[torquey]

Update: Bought a new sealey 150 mig welder from demontweeks to start the welding. This is my first attempt at welding so its not the prettiest welding but it's strong! If any one has any pointers or tips re welding please let me know lol.
Anyways I cracked on welding up the front lower panel welded some plates in behind and finished with the outer plate. Buzzed down welds and a skim of filler. Heres some pics.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161105_154302_zpsrewrzi9z.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161105_154302_zpsrewrzi9z.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161105_155114_zpsaok04nvb.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161105_155114_zpsaok04nvb.jpg.html)
Next will be doing the rear arches not looking forward to it lol.

[torquey]

Decided to crack on today with getting the head back on the block. New headgasket, bolts and painted up housing and head. Not impressed with the vht silver looks like primer so that will get re done. Heres a few pics.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161112_131709_zpsqgjwhpaq.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161112_131709_zpsqgjwhpaq.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161112_131722_zpstrvvd6d6.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161112_131722_zpstrvvd6d6.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161112_143015_zpsoydng6p1.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161112_143015_zpsoydng6p1.jpg.html)
Cambelt kit next. Need to crack on with rear arches now but weather hasn't been great with working outside.

[torquey]

Been out this afternoon cracking on with some bodywork finished the front lower panel repairs. Skimmed it again and coated with etch and highbuild. Looks tidy enough now.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161113_142753_zpsuvgc0vqx.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161113_142753_zpsuvgc0vqx.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161113_143357_zpsfgi1dagn.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161113_143357_zpsfgi1dagn.jpg.html)
Will paint it up and refit the lower trim at some point.
Quick shot of car. Slapped my spare wings off my sr as my need some tlc. They are rot free but the inside lips just need grinding back and treating. Quick pic of wings.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161113_135045_zpswkwnmrne.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161113_135045_zpswkwnmrne.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161113_135844_zpsfwzcehzl.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161113_135844_zpsfwzcehzl.jpg.html)
Pictures wrong order sorry. Heres a random shot of the car.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161113_143609_zpsdjsxouqv.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161113_143609_zpsdjsxouqv.jpg.html).

[Benn]

Looks better.

[totalnova]

With regards to the welding all I can say is practice slot and get used to the setting on your welder, the wire speed is very important, if you can feel it pushing the Lance away from what your welding turn it down, also it's hard to describe the sound when you get a good weld, but youll know it when you hear it. Also take your time and when butt welding move to different areas of the panel your welding to avoid warping.
Also make sure you have a decent size argon shield gas bottle, the little ones are useless.
Nick

[torquey]

Yep got a decent size bottle just getting use to welding. It takes time lol.

[total_vauxhall]

If it car pannels you are welding pal try and spot them rather than a full weld as said move around the pannel often . Im a plater welder and work for one of europes biggest fabrication companys and still struggle with cars sometimes due the material thickness . Rust and seam sealer ect so dont worry if it takes a while to learn.

[torquey]

Know what you mean does take time and patience will have a play with the settings on the welder thanks for your help.

[Andy]

Cars are crap to weld neat.all the shit on them doesn't help.strong not pretty applies

[Benn]

I agree^

[torquey]

Played around with the welder at weekend produced some good welds on a sheet of metal. Just played with the wire speed and got somewhere near. Not alot done on car but cracked on with engine. Cambelt on and painted the rocker cover in vht wrinkle paint big fan of this stuff.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161121_121940_zpsx4dqvzes.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161121_121940_zpsx4dqvzes.jpg.html)
Inlet wrinkled and painted up.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161118_180449_zpssnwirmde.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161118_180449_zpssnwirmde.jpg.html)
Hopefully progress at the weekend starting on rear arches.

[ben doodar]

Inlet manifold looks great. What brand of paint did you use?

[torquey]

It's VHT wrinkle plus off ebay. It comes in different colours aswell.

[torquey]

Finally got n/s quarter cut out. Inner was shot too had to cut quite a bit back to get clean metal. Gonna order inner repair panels to weld in. Few pics of said quarter:
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161019_133947_zpseu5fywso.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161019_133947_zpseu5fywso.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161126_142147_zpspf8bl1gc.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161126_142147_zpspf8bl1gc.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161126_142145_zpsqhnpkk9d.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161126_142145_zpsqhnpkk9d.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161126_142906_zpsv1fxxuvg.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161126_142906_zpsv1fxxuvg.jpg.html)
All cut back now fresh clean metal ready for new repair panels.

[Benn]

Good work

[total_vauxhall]

That vht paint looks awsome .
I bought 3 tins of it a week ago to do my timing cover and stuff.
All 3 cans were broken . Seals had gone so took them back but shop had no more in stock . Gutted cant wait to do all my covers .
Nice work

[torquey]

Cheers lads Yeh the vht comes out good but needs to be done in a booth to get propper results. Luckily I work in a bodyshop so did them in my dinner hour lol.

[total_vauxhall]

I didnt even get to spray 1 gram of it lol all 3 cans just exploded all over from under the spray nozzel good job i was in the garden and not near the car . Looking forward to getting my bits done though

[torquey]

Not good then. Hope you got your money back lol.

[torquey]

Few pics of where Iam upto on the engine. Got my magnecor leads in the post so fitted them. Also fitted up the inlet and water pipes. New gaskets and nuts throughout. All that's needed for it is a clutch full exhaust system! Probably few little bit's aswell carnt think lol. Few pics of today's mincing :
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161203_145259_zpsfkzzv1st.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161203_145259_zpsfkzzv1st.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161203_145242_zpspc5uokbm.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161203_145242_zpspc5uokbm.jpg.html)
As for the nova got the inner and outer repair panels through. So need to mark up and cut them to size. Hopefully tomorrow.

[Andy]

Looks well.Is that loom sold since you pulled it off eBay?

[torquey]

Cheers loom is on ebay with few other e16se bits pal.

[Andy]

So it is,complete with a price hike lol

[torquey]

Yeh think it's worth that to be honest.

[total_vauxhall]

Engine looks great pal

[torquey]

Cheers appreciate it. It's getting there slowly don't get much time to do loads.

[torquey]

Finally got the inner arch welded in today. This is my first attempt at doing the rear arches so taking my time. Here's
A few pics :
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161126_142916_zpsysnre2cz.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161126_142916_zpsysnre2cz.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161204_152733_zps4rzybcip.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161204_152733_zps4rzybcip.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161204_152758_zpsefzkqzvg.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161204_152758_zpsefzkqzvg.jpg.html)
Will sort the outer next Weekend hopefully!

[totalnova]

Looks good to me, a lot easier if the sill end hasn't gone as well.

[torquey]

The sill end is fine luckily.

[mk1nova_rich]

Some nice work so far mate, the engine looks fantastic :thumb:

[torquey]

Thanks for the positive replies lads it's gonna take a bit of time but want it right!

[torquey]

Not really a update but got some stubby mirrors for her. Couldn't resist fit ting one on to see.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161217_122436_zpstjz2ayof.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161217_122436_zpstjz2ayof.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161217_122359_zpsvkcicnzn.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161217_122359_zpsvkcicnzn.jpg.html).
Iam happy with them.

[total_vauxhall]

Ahh nice you got them on mate . more use one your car than mine lol . cheers again

[torquey]

Yeh lol. Not that the car is going anywhere at the moment lots to do. Cheers again.

[torquey]

Finally got the outer repair panel tacked on today and put a skim of fibreglass on. Luckily hasn't warped the panel just tacked around different areas of the panel to avoid too much heat build up.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161220_153051_zpsugkeawuz.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161220_153051_zpsugkeawuz.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161220_155206_zpszimgmyna.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161220_155206_zpszimgmyna.jpg.html)
Not bad for a 1st attempt! Few skims of filler and hopefully should be good. Then the other side to do lol.

[Benn]

Best way to keep warping down. Good work.

[torquey]

Yeh don't take much for them to warp. Cheers

[Rickyb]

Glad to see your still messing with novas this project looks good. What ever happened to your old red one?
Rick

[torquey]

Cheers Yeh still messing carnt break the habit. I broke my sr due to rot sadly. You still messing with your nova?

[Rickyb]

Oh no that's no good. Yeah still slowly on with rebuilding it. I've just bought another red mk2 though so hopefully have that out and about soon fingers crossed.

[torquey]

Good stuff what engine you putting in it? I've got a e16se gte ive rebuilt for this nova.

[comptoncj]

Engine looks spot on! Keep up the good work!


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[torquey]

Cheers just need a few bits for it now mainly a clutch and exhaust system.

[torquey]

Been out and put 1st coat of filler on. Need to cut lip Down on arch as the wheel catches. Need to get my bug block from work and give it a good blocking.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20161231_115425_zpssrgkogqo.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20161231_115425_zpssrgkogqo.jpg.html)
Excuse the messy filler lol.

[torquey]

New wheels just need some skins now.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/Screenshot_2017-01-01-14-20-55-1_zpsg5u6nn1v.png (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/Screenshot_2017-01-01-14-20-55-1_zpsg5u6nn1v.png.html)

[Benn]

Please remember you should be filling on to paint, only really on to bare metal.

Loving the rims.

[mk1nova_rich]

Nice rims, will look great on a white Nova :thumb:

[torquey]

Cheers should look good always liked them. Benn filler was applied on to bare metal I always remove paint first.

[NovalutionGSi]

Good work fella. Nice to see another 16SE going into a Nova and not just another XE or LET. Specially has its white has well!

[torquey]

Cheers done c20seh and c20let lol. Fancied small block with this one.

[NovalutionGSi]

Keep the weight lite and get as much out of the 1.6 and it will be just as fun.

[torquey]

Defo. All about weight saving.

[NovalutionGSi]

Base spec models are the way forward. Sting has no sound deadening!

[torquey]

Yeh no thrills ftw! Also they havnt had as harsh a life as say a gte/sr!

[torquey]

Not done much latley due to weather! Been out for a bit today did a bit on the front wings gave them a sand and filled some dents. Before shot :
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170117_131014_zpsyodhgais.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170117_131014_zpsyodhgais.jpg.html)
After:
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170117_174654_zps5cprnp8u.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170117_174654_zps5cprnp8u.jpg.html)
Didn't get any putting filler in as said nor much done really. They need a blocking down and then ready for some 2k High build! Quick pic of other wing in primer after a few repairs.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170117_174710_zpsxglqbysx.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170117_174710_zpsxglqbysx.jpg.html)
Also de badged the boot and removed wiper for rubbing down. Think Iam gonna weld up wiper hole. Ideally want a early round lock boot but carnt find one!!
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170121_143118_zpsilvsxcez.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170121_143118_zpsilvsxcez.jpg.html)
More updates soon.

[total_vauxhall]

What were the badges like?

[torquey]

Worn they are nearly black on some letters.

[total_vauxhall]

No probs mate im looking for a mint nova and 1.2 badge thats all.

[torquey]

They are hard to come by now mint anyways!

[torquey]

Update... managed to finish filler work on rear arch.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170122_133859_zpsxj1qxqgo.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170122_133859_zpsxj1qxqgo.jpg.html)
Canned some primer on to see what it looked like look good to me. Iam gonna give it a good blocking down now followed by a skim of top stop if needed.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170122_144248_zps9jyzlmml.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170122_144248_zps9jyzlmml.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170122_145758_zpse7uvrnek.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170122_145758_zpse7uvrnek.jpg.html)
Also sorted arch lip as was touching the tyre. Just bent it up the way will be getting sealed aswell.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170122_145841_zpsu7rpsct2.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170122_145841_zpsu7rpsct2.jpg.html)
More soon.

[Benn]

Looking good.

[torquey]

Did a bit today seam sealed arch up so watertight. Gave it a good blocking down with 120 grit. Got some top stop coming for a final layer to make nice and smooth. I've rubbed down the repairs on the ns front wing so that is done now.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170129_131351_zpsj5iprcud.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170129_131351_zpsj5iprcud.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170129_131407_zps1og0nabc.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170129_131407_zps1og0nabc.jpg.html)
Also need to sort this out by the window!
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170129_131424_zpsyzxdaf0r.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170129_131424_zpsyzxdaf0r.jpg.html)
My sr went in the same place gonna have to pull back the seal and maybe cut the rot out or just wizz it until clean metal and rust treat it. Thanks for looking.

[torquey]

Been out today doing a few bits hit the scab on the pillar with my die grinder all solid underneath the rust scab.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170205_153131_zpse1kvctzi.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170205_153131_zpse1kvctzi.jpg.html)
Brushed some rust killer on and etched for now until I finish it off.
Skimmed on a coat of top stop gonna block this next weekend them hopefully that's that side sorted.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170205_153115_zpstl8s8egu.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170205_153115_zpstl8s8egu.jpg.html)
Also had a play with my new comps. No tyres yet but look great on the car.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170205_155032_zpszjkokjk7.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170205_155032_zpszjkokjk7.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170205_154949_zps61aemlll.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170205_154949_zps61aemlll.jpg.html)
Gonna order some tyres this week so and do a stud and nut conversion. Thanks for looking!

[Benn]

That rust will be under the rubber. It's the brazed weld. Perfect water trap.

Love the rims, from rich?

[bazzap8389]

Coming on well mate, nice work. Wheels look good!

[torquey]

Cheers Yeh they are bad for rotting there. No got the alloys of ebay bargain. Thanks for the comments.

[brainsnova]

The arches look good, I'm useless with blending filler, it cant be too far away from paint now

[torquey]

Cheers pal it's getting there now will block the stopper at weekend hit it with some primer and should be sorted! Well that's the plan lol. Then on to the other side all good fun.

[torquey]

Finally finished arch now ready for some 2k primer which I will do when I finish the other arch. Tried my comp th on the rear to make sure it clears the arch lip which it does. Few pics of today's progress.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170226_100136_zpsxvywsvue.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170226_100136_zpsxvywsvue.jpg.html)
Arch lip inside I turned up the way and sealed
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170226_100151_zpsgcomnzai.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170226_100151_zpsgcomnzai.jpg.html)
Quick pic of wheel fitted
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170226_094719_zpsiui5wfww.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170226_094719_zpsiui5wfww.jpg.html)
Also got some side skirt clips the other day so go them to fit. More soon hopefully.

[Andy]

Nice job mate,looks well.

[8valve-craig]

Good effort. I remember doing arches the first time, I had no idea what i was doing just jumped into it.

On the other side fold the arch lip up before any finishing if you can. N/S is always the worst for clearance though so you may not need to.

[torquey]

Cheers lad the I turned the lip up when I welded the arch on not when it was finished it's the way I've posted the photos in different order lol.

[torquey]

Not much progress today welded up ariel hole on wing so that needs a skim of filler. Didn't get a pic. Also moved her off the drive after being laid up since October brakes were a bit stuck on lol. Now onto starting the o/s back arch this doesn't look as bad as the n/s but you carnt really tell until you start cutting. Here's a pic of said arch.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170304_163010_zpsvpculyje.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170304_163010_zpsvpculyje.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170304_163021_zpsner4jikw.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170304_163021_zpsner4jikw.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170304_162959_zpszsv9piop.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170304_162959_zpszsv9piop.jpg.html)
I now need a new grinder so I can get chopping I blew the last up after 15 years lol. More to come soon.

[bazzap8389]

Great job with that arch looks spot on. Have you done it before?

[torquey]

Thanks pal no this is my first attempt at doing them. Just done it over a few months off and on.

[EwanG]

Keep up the good work! What thickness of grinder cutting discs do you use? 3mm is standard thickness but u can get 1mm or 0.8 I think. The thinner the better as it cuts quicker and so much easier to control.

[torquey]

Thanks I've just got some 1mm thick ones to try from a welding suppliers shop. I used standard ones on the n/s and found it didn't cut very well.

[torquey]

Quick shot of bumper Iam repairing too had a few dodgy repairs in the past.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170304_161922_zpsxl6sbupk.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170304_161922_zpsxl6sbupk.jpg.html)

[EwanG]

Yeh 1mm cutting discs will be better like a knife through butter! I'm a steel fabricator so I should know lol

[torquey]

Hope so lol.

[brainsnova]

Once you use a thin disc you'll never go back to the thicker ones. 2 grinders are better too saves you swapping from cutting to grinding

[torquey]

Good shout about using 2 grinders. Will need to get s new one so I can start cutting.

[torquey]

Made a start today on the o/s quarter. Marked up and cut the rot out got to say didn't think it was as bad as the other side but goes to show. Few pics of today's progress

http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170312_123334_zpsskeom1oh.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170312_123334_zpsskeom1oh.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170312_124353_zpsujvt0qjk.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170312_124353_zpsujvt0qjk.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170312_124400_zps3jepphnk.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170312_124400_zps3jepphnk.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170312_125403_zps2fxy9kdu.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170312_125403_zps2fxy9kdu.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170312_125436_zpsglewl6ev.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170312_125436_zpsglewl6ev.jpg.html)
Inner needs trimming up more weather wasn't good so needs more yet. Also this gave me the chance to check for rot behind filler neck/breather pipe which is all good. Hopefully next weekend will get the inner welded in.

[torquey]

Think Iam gonna swap the breather pipe on the filler neck looking at it. Least it's easier to see and get to while Iam at this stage. What have people used as a replacement?

[Benn]

Tidley done.

[torquey]

Cheers Benn.

[torquey]

Update new inner welded in.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170325_164606_zpsho2wkd2o.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170325_164606_zpsho2wkd2o.jpg.html)
Outer tacked on :
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170402_135724_zpsrislxjkf.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170402_135724_zpsrislxjkf.jpg.html)
Ground back and skim of fibreglass :
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170402_141349_zpsbcnf4muj.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170402_141349_zpsbcnf4muj.jpg.html)
Note I did tack lower panel in had to beat the lower in a bit as was touching inner panel and making it sit proud. All sorted now.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170408_180018_zps2wyljpvj.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170408_180018_zps2wyljpvj.jpg.html)
More tomorrow will be blocking it then onto filler.

[SRsam]

Good job mate . I'm on with doing mine at the moment too.

[torquey]

Cheers it's getting there slowly.

[Benn]

Nice work.

[torquey]

Cheers Benn your's is looking good!

[brainsnova]

Neat job :thumb:

[torquey]

Thanks guys for the comments. Been sanding and filling today while weather was good. It's not far off finished now.

[torquey]

Few pics of today's progress :
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170409_160526_zpst2q1vxux.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170409_160526_zpst2q1vxux.jpg.html)
Blocked fibreglass down followed by a skim of filler which also blocked down
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170409_160526_zpst2q1vxux.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170409_160526_zpst2q1vxux.jpg.html)
Next a skim of top stop and sorted. Well that's the plan lol.

[torquey]

Photobucket seems to playing up sorry it's posted the same pic twice. Top was it in fibreglass blocked.

[torquey]

Finally finished filler work on rear arch today. All seam sealed up too. Few pics of today's progress :
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170417_131543_zpsdmstfbim.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170417_131543_zpsdmstfbim.jpg.html)
Filler sorted.
Put a couple of coats of high build on until I can 2k them.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170417_132952_zpsgmus8nsm.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170417_132952_zpsgmus8nsm.jpg.html)
Shot of how I left it today :
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170417_161454_zpsvdpveceb.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170417_161454_zpsvdpveceb.jpg.html)
Filler dust everywhere lol. Just got a new front gte bumper sorted so saves me messing around with the knackered one. Thanks for looking!

[Jonesfach]

Doing a great job of this.:thumb:

[torquey]

Thanks pal appreciate the comments just taking time to get somewhere with it. Always busy with other things lol.

[torquey]

Today I've been busy sorting the front wings out. The o/s had been bugging me sInce I bought the car it had a dodgy repair where the indicator is. So managed to beat the dent out after digging loads of filler out and give it a skim so it's feeling loads better now.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_170658_zps6iuhvu4o.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_170658_zps6iuhvu4o.jpg.html)
Also wanted to bin the ariel so welded up hole and skimmed that up all good now.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_172348_zpszguz5tbf.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_172348_zpszguz5tbf.jpg.html)
Finally cleaned up the inside of dirt and layed a coat of Kent rubber guard down to protect the inside. Good stuff this I use it in the bodyshop I work in alot.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_171115_zpsyvm0hijl.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_171115_zpsyvm0hijl.jpg.html) before
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_171446_zps06vaiweb.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_171446_zps06vaiweb.jpg.html) after.

[torquey]

Onto the n/s wing this had little dents here and there so skimmed them up and finished the inside again with Kent rubber guard. Reason Iam repairing the wings cos they are the original ones they arnt rotten and don't want copies cos of shite fitment.
Pics.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_170648_zps8smb1hsz.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_170648_zps8smb1hsz.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_164410_zps7ve4p0pl.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_164410_zps7ve4p0pl.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_163622_zpslqvqsiay.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170423_163622_zpslqvqsiay.jpg.html)
Thanks for looking

[torquey]

Swapped boot over with a spare one so I could prep the one off the car. Removed window and trim ect. Gave it a going over with 180's on a da. Hit it with some primer until I van 2k it with the other stuff.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170504_143652_zpsvigffigk.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170504_143652_zpsvigffigk.jpg.html)
Wrap around spoiler will be going on ideally wanted to get a early round lock boot but carnt find one.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170504_143741_zpshncvgfzn.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170504_143741_zpshncvgfzn.jpg.html)
Next up is repair rear panel where the boot seal goes needs two little patches. More soon.

[torquey]

Dilemma just moved the nova and exhaust is blowing on main front section just had a look and it's the original gm exhaust system lol. Also cambelt needs changing and pump as leaking coolant and belt has gone slack. Would you fix this engine or fit the e16se lump now. Reason asking what you would do in this situation lol. Was gonna sort bodywork 1st then do the engine swap. I know it ain't hard doing the cambelt and exhaust!

[Jonesfach]

Won't cost much or take too long to fix the engine so I would get it going personally.

[torquey]

Yeh thinking the same to be honest if I fit the e16se wan't to do it right inc minting the bay up.

[Jonesfach]

Yeh thinking the same to be honest if I fit the e16se wan't to do it right inc minting the bay up.
Your doing a great job so don't rush it.

[torquey]

Cheers will only regret it if I do rush it. It will pay off in the end lol.

[torquey]

Disaster today was grinding up rear panel repairs and a stray spark must of ignited in the boot setting car on fire. It's burnt rear light and loom and headlining up the pillar. Shat myself ain't the word. I quickly put it out. Also quarter got damaged too just when I finished it. Propper pissed off. Here's some pics.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_143100_zpsakqgo38e.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_143100_zpsakqgo38e.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_143118_zpsgqgeujeh.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_143118_zpsgqgeujeh.jpg.html)
After calling it a day and nearly giving up on it and selling the lot I took it on the chin and went back out to see the extent of the damage. Went it garage and got a new light bolted on and re skimmed the quarter. All I need to do is join in a new bit of loom and sort the headlining.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_153943_zpskj7apr4h.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_153943_zpskj7apr4h.jpg.html)

[torquey]

Some more pics sorted quarter and bolted a new light on.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_180721_zpscgmezuwq.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_180721_zpscgmezuwq.jpg.html)
Remains of light
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_180750_zpsfo91rbge.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_180750_zpsfo91rbge.jpg.html)
Will sort rear panel out this weekend hopefully no more disasters lol

[carls nova sri]

Gutting mate but could of been a lot worse if you popped out or something

[torquey]

Defo could of been a lot worse lucky really. All sorted now except the headlining on the pillars .

[Jonesfach]

I remember being underneath my mk2 escort welding a plate in with oxy acc and the rear seat caught alight.....I nearly lost the whole thing! Luckily I moved like never before and chucked a large bucket of water in the area. Few more seconds and it would have been fire brigade job...to dampen down the remains.....
frightening though it is you've just got to put it behind you.

[Andy]

Should always have cars stripped out really when welding and grinding those areas.iv learnt the hard way before aswell.

[torquey]

Defo won't make that mistake again. You just think its only a small patch it will be right lol.

[Benn]

As above, get everything clear, looks like the boots full of stuff too.

Glad it's not worse.

[torquey]

Yeh the new screen is in there covered up. I am not blessed with room as garage is brimmed with stuff.

[Benn]

Snap, but safty fire when it comes to grinding/welding/fire.

[torquey]

1st job of the weekend was to empty the boot off all flammable items lol. Nice empty boot now note the clean boot floor ;)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170507_114626_zpsttnwp1un.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170507_114626_zpsttnwp1un.jpg.html)
Ignore the box that did come out lol.
Back panel needed a few repairs 2 patches where the boot seal goes on and lower os valance got chopped out and plated up.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_134909_zpstvd8wlr6.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_134909_zpstvd8wlr6.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_134914_zpsot69bal0.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170505_134914_zpsot69bal0.jpg.html)
Ground them down and skimmed up. I then sanded back panel and stone chipped and seam sealed it up where needed :
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170507_150304_zpsaol9jrvg.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170507_150304_zpsaol9jrvg.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170507_175203_zpssflbxrba.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170507_175203_zpssflbxrba.jpg.html)
Bumper back on a radon shot. Next up prep car for respray:)

[torquey]

Update no pics but decided to bang a new valence on as other was looking a bit rough from behind gonna weld some plates inside the crossmember aswell. Also put new belt on today and crank pully bolt decided to snap inside the crank so drilled it out and carnt get enough clearance to re tap it so gonna get the engine out and bang the 1.6 in so slight change of plan lol.

[SRsam]

Update no pics but decided to bang a new valence on as other was looking a bit rough from behind gonna weld some plates inside the crossmember aswell. Also put new belt on today and crank pully bolt decided to snap inside the crank so drilled it out and carnt get enough clearance to re tap it so gonna get the engine out and bang the 1.6 in so slight change of plan lol.

Bad news on engine. I had bad luck too cracked genuine top tint windscreen absolutely gutted but sh*t happens gonna leave it now for a few days . .
Keep up the good work I will get a build thread of mine when I get a spare few hours

[torquey]

Shite ain't it it puts a big downer on the project when this sort of stuff happens. I know what I felt like when I cracked my top tint screen. Cheers Yeh wouldn't mind having a look.

[Benn]

Ouch on the engine.

[torquey]

As mentioned in last post engine had to come out so as was good weather today set about removing all ancillaries and got the engine and box out leaving a nice empty bay. Some pics of todays progress.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170602_191601_zps0gci72ql.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170602_191601_zps0gci72ql.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170604_151205_zpszdarsfxl.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170604_151205_zpszdarsfxl.jpg.html)
Engine out
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170604_154535_zpsnkaxxyup.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170604_154535_zpsnkaxxyup.jpg.html)
Leaving the bay empty gonna clean it up for paint and ordered gte strut top plates so need to weld these on.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170604_154543_zpswwi0jxcr.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170604_154543_zpswwi0jxcr.jpg.html)
Most of the bay is covered in wax oil so rust free which iam pleased about. More soon ......

[torquey]

Engine bay now prepped for paint. Gave it a rub down and degrease followed by few coats of high build primer. Will flat this ready for paint. Also welded the strut top plates on and sealed. Few pics
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170625_174524_zpsn6bbu4ji.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170625_174524_zpsn6bbu4ji.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170625_174521_zpsndk8jrbe.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170625_174521_zpsndk8jrbe.jpg.html)
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170625_174533_zpsw1ucbtp5.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170625_174533_zpsw1ucbtp5.jpg.html)
I also received my 4 branch manifold today which came with a dent not happy. Will be getting heat wrapped so won't be visible but not the point!
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170626_173741_zps7trw0ug0.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170626_173741_zps7trw0ug0.jpg.html) .

[torquey]

Clutch sorted went for a valeo one. Not bad price. Got front valence to sort then ready for paint :)

[EwanG]

I would send that manifold back or ask for some money off it.

[torquey]

Already have asked for money back. Waiting !

[NovalutionGSi]

Ashley one? It it direct?

[torquey]

Sportex manifold.

[torquey]

Update decided to strip the 1.2 brakes off and fit the 256mm ones. I've stripped and painted the calipers black and fitted a new seal kit. Complete with Goodridge lines.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170704_184955_zpsl21zff81.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170704_184955_zpsl21zff81.jpg.html)
Also fit behind the 14" comps which iam happy about.
http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170704_184655_zpspparlgug.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170704_184655_zpspparlgug.jpg.html)

[total_vauxhall]

Yea them are the same symbols it shows on google etc mate where the images should be . not sure why mines still working then .

[NovalutionGSi]

Sportex manifold.

Same has my manifold then. Tried an Ashley one but didn't match up to the rest of the system.

[torquey]

Hope this matches up to a ashley system lol.

[NovalutionGSi]

Lol... mine was replacing a courtaney manifold to a Piper system... didn't match!
Have a feeling the Ashley manifold I was sent was an SR one not the GSi one I wanted.

[torquey]

http://i726.photobucket.com/albums/ww264/ashleyc17/Mobile%20Uploads/20170704_184655_zpspparlgug.jpg (http://s726.photobucket.com/user/ashleyc17/media/Mobile%20Uploads/20170704_184655_zpspparlgug.jpg.html)