I mustn't beat the synchro
I mustn't travel sideways whilst negotiating local roundabouts
I mustn't butcher another rare gearbox for it's innards
I mustn't forget that's she's a 50yr old coffin-dodger...
We'll be ok as we've got 741 and 716 later spare boxes here to make a good one using the original 644 case but with a full complement of synchros... now just need new clutch plate and release bearing, shaft gasket kits and various sheared bolts... got a bargain replacement front mount from Alex at retro yesterday - he's a good boy
So all being well (and a quick carb balance) we should be back monstering the Fens after lunch on sunday. Big thanks to sibling C Minor and his amazing box of grubby spanners and ratchetty thingies.
Sibling C Minor's been out fiddling again... rides a treat, looks the dogs and now with silky smooth syncro on all gears - so no more will-it-won't-it when i'm stirring the box searching for 'forward' at junctions. Fresh pair of shiny KK stainless j-pipes as well. Heaven
Just got to fit/mould the GT trims to the bumpers now...
I bet the purists out there cry when they see you coming.
I hope it goes as fast as it looks!
Keep up the good work.
(Formally 356ist)
Membership #: 356!
1953 Cabriolet
1959 Coupe (Sold)
1961 Notchback
1961 Sunroof Coupe (Sold)
1962 Coupe (Gone, but not forgotten!)
ALL RHD OF COURSE!
My giddy aunt....that it is an awesome looking car! Awesome!
I'm hoping to buy an 'A' in next couple of weeks (may even secure one tomorrow in fact), and will be looking to do something good to it over next couple of years. May have to mail you in the future to get some pointers - that looks superb....! Will you be at Hedingham with that?
Simon
Simon Moore
1958 356A
1978 Aston Martin V8
1988 Jaguar XJS 3.6 manual
1959 Lambretta Li125