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29 - Another engine, another problem
With the problems with the original engine taking time to resolve with the prospect of the engine being scrap, I decided to fit an engine...
28 - Engine woes
An ignition system was rigged up and the engine primed with oil. The timing was set to the workshop manual. It took a few attempts but...
27 - Putting it back together
August 2015 - With the chassis propped up and the chassis black coating all dry, it was time to start the process of putting things back...
26 - Badges
The chrome badges were found to be pitted. Although it is possible to source some replacement parts, I explored options to have the...
25 - The Burman L Steering Box
Taking the steering box apart was a necessity as it was obvious the oil seal needed replacing. The steering drop arm was amazingly...
24 - Pedals
The throttle pedal has already been dealt with and the brake pedal and clutch pedal mechanism required renovation. The brake pedal and...
23 - Bad to the Bone - The Chassis
June 2015 and with the body off, the chassis strip down enters the final stages. Although an initial inspection did not show any major...
22 - Removing the Body
June 2015 and the body has now been stripped. It is fastened to the chassis by a few bolts in the boot and cabin which predictably were...
21 - Sagging doors
With the doors removed they could be assessed. They looked a poor fit and there was evidence on the door pillar of rubbing. With the...
20 - Running Gear
I had purchased brand new back plates, cylinders and adjusters along with fitting kits for the rear and front wheels so I decided to get...
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