356A Coupe restro
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What a fantastic CLM.
We including the pocket rocket 356 made it there and back and the 30 minutes of lap time, its an amazing circuit compared to any others I have driven. Slight problem with the dynamo which did not like the lights on full and wipers on constantly for the 3 1/2 hours down to the tunnel. Quick battery change from another car back on the road. Replaced my battery on Thursday night when we arrived its been fine every since. Plan to talk with PRS about an alternator conversion. I think I have a alternator stand some where
So many highlights for the weekend. We were camping at the Bentley curves. Friday night the full contingent of race 911/ 904 came off the circuit and ran past out tent. Then Saturday morning Porsche experience did the same including Rod Emory's 1st Le Mans winning 356, they even gave us the Thumbs up!
Will add some more pics soon.
Now I have a long list of actions to finish
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We including the pocket rocket 356 made it there and back and the 30 minutes of lap time, its an amazing circuit compared to any others I have driven. Slight problem with the dynamo which did not like the lights on full and wipers on constantly for the 3 1/2 hours down to the tunnel. Quick battery change from another car back on the road. Replaced my battery on Thursday night when we arrived its been fine every since. Plan to talk with PRS about an alternator conversion. I think I have a alternator stand some where
So many highlights for the weekend. We were camping at the Bentley curves. Friday night the full contingent of race 911/ 904 came off the circuit and ran past out tent. Then Saturday morning Porsche experience did the same including Rod Emory's 1st Le Mans winning 356, they even gave us the Thumbs up!
Will add some more pics soon.
Now I have a long list of actions to finish
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1963 Karmann Ghia
1959 356A Coupe Outlaw
1957 3.2 Speedster replica
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Excellent result !!
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Excellent result !!
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Congratulations
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Fantastic achievement Greg on getting your wonderful car rebuilt and both to & from CLM - I wouldn’t have believed it when I last saw it in the ‘shop at LA Custom. Epic stuff.
If you ever fancy a run out with another local 356 then just give me a shout.
If you ever fancy a run out with another local 356 then just give me a shout.
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You can buy a 6v alternator that fits on the normal stand. However, if you change to LED headlights and have your generator rebuilt it should be ok
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All totally epic!! great work.
1959 356A T2 RHD.
Original UK - 500th AFN sale.
Vin 108544
Original engine 1600cc standard - P75269 (missing)
Current engine 1955 1500cc - P35778
Car is awaiting restoration.
Originally silver with red interior
Many oxide induced ventilation holes.
Original UK - 500th AFN sale.
Vin 108544
Original engine 1600cc standard - P75269 (missing)
Current engine 1955 1500cc - P35778
Car is awaiting restoration.
Originally silver with red interior
Many oxide induced ventilation holes.
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Well done, that is what midnight oil is for.....superb, W
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Great photos and well done, car looks super.
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Car looks fantastic Greg.
Well done!!!
Well done!!!
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Well done Greg - great result
The simple things you see are all complicated
I look pretty young but I'm just backdated yeah
I look pretty young but I'm just backdated yeah
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Summer vacation over and now refreshed and keen to get the car ready for Classic at the Castle.
Garry at Classic FX as now finished the door cards and dash top. When I get the dash top installed I can then fit the door seals which will be great. Couple of pics that Garry just sent over;
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The list of winter projects seems to be growing significantly but more next time
Garry at Classic FX as now finished the door cards and dash top. When I get the dash top installed I can then fit the door seals which will be great. Couple of pics that Garry just sent over;
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1963 Karmann Ghia
1959 356A Coupe Outlaw
1957 3.2 Speedster replica
1959 356A Coupe Outlaw
1957 3.2 Speedster replica
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Very enjoyable day working on the pocket rocket
The goal was to fit the dash and then the door seals. Always good when you achieve more;
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Fitting the door card to this stage was a bonus
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The goal was to fit the dash and then the door seals. Always good when you achieve more;
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Fitting the door card to this stage was a bonus
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1963 Karmann Ghia
1959 356A Coupe Outlaw
1957 3.2 Speedster replica
1959 356A Coupe Outlaw
1957 3.2 Speedster replica
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Door cards in:
At the moment no plans to fit the additional rubber, threshold, door bottom or trim around door.
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Onto the rest of the list!
At the moment no plans to fit the additional rubber, threshold, door bottom or trim around door.
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Onto the rest of the list!
1963 Karmann Ghia
1959 356A Coupe Outlaw
1957 3.2 Speedster replica
1959 356A Coupe Outlaw
1957 3.2 Speedster replica
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Looking good Greg