Shopping list continues to grow

I have today ordered a pair of front coil springs, a pair of front shock absorbers, a pair of front brake discs and pads. With a following wind the suspension parts will be in by the end of tomorrow and I can get them to the garage to be fitted.

The brakes are however going to take a little longer to organise as there seems to be an option on the diameter of the discs. I got offered 9 1/2" or 10" discs, we need to measure whats on there and then get the replacement parts ordered so that will happen when the suspension is done.

Looking forward to the refurbishment part of the project I have been recommended to a company in Wadebridge, Cornwall for reconditioning the wheels, apparently  www.thepolishedwheelcompany.com are very good. Once we are on the road I'll be making a trip to Wadebridge to get them to take a look and tell me what can be done for me.

Another week, another problem

Well, its to be expected. The car has its dashboard back in now and it appears that the suspension is in dire need of attention, one of the coil springs is making noises that would mean its cracked or there is a problem with the mounting. Still should be up on the ramp in the next few days so we will be able to tell then.

Mechanically sound

Well, to my relief the garage are saying that the engine is in good order, they have started it and on the whole all went well. We are however building a shopping list of things we need. So far a new battery, new cam belt, new immobiliser, fuel and oil filter are required.

The requirement for a new immobiliser is a pain, the old one seems to have given up after all the time in storage. This means I need to locate a supplier/fitter and get that sorted before I can get the car insured.

The new cam belt has been installed and the car is starting with no problem now, this week it will be up on the ramp so that the underneath can be assessed for work required to pass an MOT. We are hoping that work can be done, or at least started, next week.

It's gone!

Yup, The garage came this evening and took the car away. The plan is they will be assessing the engine and all parts required to get it on the road with an MOT. Providing that's not a huge job then it's all systems go to get it on the road ASAP.