made it purrrr since ages

[marlintom]

After rebuilding my differential, I finaaly remounted it and drove it in and out of my tiny garage, sadly, only to further dissasemble it on the lh-side .
I've been working on it for over a year now, but I do hope to get it on the road next summer!

To di list:
Finish electrics (ripped it all out en started rebuilding from scratch)
Mount new front steering links (already got them)
Replace engine mounts
Refurbish the entire interior
Complete bodywork overhaul
...

Already done:
Installed a new petrol tank
Overhauled the engine and starter
Rebuilt rear axle, shocks and brakes
Chassis repairs
Wiring for ignition and running
...


That 2.0 vitesse engine sure sounds lovely

[cameronfurnival]

Re: made it purrrr since ages

sounds like you are making real progress two steps forward and one back is really good going!
Just keep in mind that as long as you have realistic deadlines you will be fine My own deadlines are very flexible to compensate.

[stevejgreen]

Re: made it purrrr since ages

It kind of reinforces my thoughts that rebuilding a differential is not a home mechanchics job.

Good luck.

[marlintom]

Re: made it purrrr since ages

It kind of reinforces my thoughts that rebuilding a differential is not a home mechanchics job.

Good luck.

True, whilst it is doable,you still need above average understanding of how it works, and a truckload of patience to get the shimming just right.
It after spending the night over some white cardboard plates I was delighted to not see a single drop or leak on them on to the next job

[HairyDave]

Re: made it purrrr since ages

My own view, for what it's worth is Summer is for driving. Winter is for building. Get it usable for the Summer and enjoy it, top up the enthusiasm for the winter. My roadster is proof of this.