Home straight
I’ve just got to give a final sanding and one last coat of primer, to rid of the last few imperfections, before the engine cover being ready for paint and lacquer. The idea to use a clear coat resin has taken a back seat as I don’t feel terribly confident with achieving a good even finish. I’m not sure if I’ll revisit this in the future.
So, with the engine cover finished, I should hope that will be that, for now… Having followed many members’ threads, there’s a lot that I would like but it’s not necessary to have them.
Suspension
With the coilovers ready to be fitted, I’ve slowly purchased the necessary parts to accompany the fitment; tops mount bushes with bearings, tie rods (MAHLE HD as used by Willie), new wishbone ball joints, new Powerflex wishbone bushes. I got a free Dogbone bush so I’ll probably fit that too.
I get married in a few weeks and this has taken a lot of my time recently, along with work commitments and home chores. I was hoping to fit the suspension parts myself but I’m just not sure now; time is a factor and I’ve had the coilovers for nearly two years now… We’ll see.
Other bits and bobs
I’ve bought a Connects2 iPod interface for the OEM stereo along with a Dension ice>Link Plus, which allows you to control your iPod from your stereo. Great piece of kit. The CD player has been made redundant but remains in situe. It’s all tucked away in the glove box.
My window mechanism on the front passenger side failed the other day so I bought a replacement kit off of eBay for £17.00; the pulley system had failed. It works fine again now.
As it was a nice day today I washed, clayed and mopped the car. As it was the first detailed wash of the year claying the paintwork took forever (lots of tar spots) but the time taken was well worth it. I’ve fitted new R badges and a new splitter as the last one cracked when it snowed heavily over Christmas. Here’s a couple of pictures; sorry for the ‘samey’ pictures – just to give you an idea.
The wheels will be powder coated in May/June. I was thinking of black but I’m not sure; really like the silver, especially when it’s clean.
Thanks as always for reading, and congrats to members’ progress. It’s been a bit motivator to keep moving, so thanks.
P.S. I saw something today that I don't think I ever expected to see, nor will I see again...
James