Work in progress

Work in Progress Diary on 20th February 2009

The car was tested in its current conditions, with checking for engine, gearbox, differential, steering and braking revealing noises, performances, effectiveness and leakings. 

Due to the cool environmental temperature, and slow drive, we didn’t find any significant warnings for water temperature and differential noise. The electric fuel pump seems to provide poor fuel feed to the carburettors; rear brakes are ineffective and 2° and 3° gear also have some synchromesh trouble. The clutch itself must be renewed.

Electric wirings and harnesses were checked. The original radio equipment must be repaired. The instrument panel needs overhaul.

PREPARATION OF THE SKID FOR THE BODYWORK
This is intended for better managing of the bare metal bodywork for sheet metal panel repair, rustproof and full paint process

PREPARATION OF THE SKID FOR THE SOFT TOP

This special tooling is intended for the complete reworking of the soft top apart from the whole car.

SKID FOR THE DOORS

Engine hood removal

Trunk inner carpeting removal

Trunk lid, sealing surround, license plate light and trim removal

Front seats removal and inspection. They were re-upholstered in a previous restoration, in original shape but of incorrect material and liners colour (they were dark green). Foams are to be reworked, wooden frame to be refined.

Removal of the inner side and rear wall panels

Removal of the soft top. Note the extended use of nails in repeated canvas fabric renewals along the car life

Complete soft top detached from the car

Floor and rear seats carpets and upholstery removal
Complete carpeting and side panel trims removal, including anti-noise felt carpets
Car body without opening parts and all inner trims and seats removed