1750 GTV – February 2011 #3
The truth that lies beneath. Nothing unexpected. Here’s the right hand side. This middle sill and B-pillar is rough. The B-pillar base is bad enough for us to order a repair section, as repairing this will be time-consuming. The left-hand side is not as bad. There’s a patch required in the center sill, and the same large hole in the front. The B-pillar looks okay. The radiator support cross-member has been removed,...
New (and old) bits #10
Received some fantastic NOS and used parts from Robert Panetta at Manning Motors (Sydney). Rob is clearly a first class hoarder. NOS Carello front indicator lenses and reverse light lens. NOS LH front indicator assembly. NOS inner and outer headlamps correct Carello for the mk1 1750 GTV. Those are all going to look...
New bits #9
Received another box of small parts from Classic Alfa in the UK. New door handles and rear window latches are very pretty...
1750 GTV – February 2011 #2
Lockheed booster reconditioned. Brake and clutch master cylinders resleeved and plated.
1750 GTV – February 2011
There were some non-standard holes in the RH inner guard – three for an aftermarket horn bracket, the other four I’m not sure. They’re now filled. The battery tray removed, and the expected holes in the chassis rail welded up. The engine bay will be sand blasted next. Roof is primed to protect the bare metal. The floors have a few older repair sections, but look pretty solid. We’ll see when the paint comes...
Old bits #91
Steering wheel plastic centre – I bought this replacement centre badge a while back from Mt Carmel Spares. It’s definitely not an exact replica, not quite as thick. Should be fine though. Can I polish out the scratches in the plastic somehow? Backings for the rear ashtrays need rechroming. The front map pocket looks pretty stuffed – will have to look for...
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