Mark, looking at the high beam switch did you modify that as my connections on on the other side?

Still working on the front end frame around the new radiator mounts but the back panels are now done. Have the gbox tunnel in place but need to figure out how to fit the bucket seats without making a mess.

Not really sure what you mean.
Thinking of cutting the top 'hat' section and maybe lowering it further.
Do not want to replace the floor but need to get it down about 2 inches
Here is the hump

Its going to be fun... I picked up a pair of bmw m3 seats and they can fit the outer holes with little mod but the hump in the middle is a prob. Thinking of cutting the top off the hump to get the seats lower. Will check out pg 11.

Hello, I am at the point of fitting bucket seats and have noticed that the inner mounts will need to be modified with the hump. At the moment looks like the floor hump needs to be cut but want to get thoughts before starting.

Was very close to fitting a Toyota 4lt V8 but found too many issues with the block width, then looked at the RB25. I still like the idea of the RB25 because very reliable, cheap to buy and huge power if you want to go that way. But negs are its not Holden and does not give you the tinker factor. Anyway went V8 Holden for the noise.

Been reading other project posts and really take my hat off to them as it really is alot of work and $$. Have finished the roof now and along the way noticed it had a sun visor in a previous life.

Ariel hole on passenger side filled and cleaned.

Now getting into the gbox tunnel

Not sure it was a good idea or not but have welded up the seam under the rear tail tights and the front panels under the indicators. Purchased BMW m3 seats in black leather so try to figure out how to fit them without cutting the floor pan too much. The side mounts from the bench line up perfect but the inside is going to be interesting. Any ideas would be great.

Next is to repair the patches on the roof from a past windscreen visor and clean up around the door jams.

love the build it keeps me going

There have been alot of little things that have added up to more and more hours but happy that it will be done right.
Back end is nearly finished and should be in primer next week.

Found some rust coming through on lower side panels behind both doors. It was filled with oil so had to be all cleaned out. More time and money but nearly there and should be in primer next week.

The inner tray holes have been filled and dents removed. There is still some panel damage from rust on the floor but will need skim coat. Now ready for mini tub. Not sure what the best approach is here. Should I split and weld in strip or cut out and weld in new fender? Keeping the current fuel tank at the moment otherwise I am going to be kicked out of home $$$.

Front panels are ready for paint in primer.

Forgot to add he also has
HR ute
HR panel van
FB ute
HR sedan

He is cleaning up so if you are in Perth or able to transport happy pickings...

Hello All,
Joe who is doing the repairs to my FE ute has an FC ute for sale.
He is able to sell as is or restore to what ever condition. Based in Perth.
David.

Needs new floor panels but the body is straight and complete.

Offers.
Please contact Joe on 0415869416

Going there tomorrow night to see the progress. The cross member is from a guy who does v6 conversions. Has power steering from a vp rack and short hq stubs. David

So I cancelled the job and picked it up but first was billed the full job.
You have been warned!!!!

Ordered a new gearbox tunnel to get fitted.
new tunnel


Noticed that Ripoffs have warped the front frame so spent 4 months on weekend getting it to fit again.
front frame repaired


Found a welder and painter JC. He recommended the body and jams gets sandblasted to ensure a perfect job. So the parts such as spare tyre door, door hinges, and tray side panels to name afew were done first. Next was the main body, panels, interior were done. Really happy with sand blasters job and no damage.

before


off she goes

after


su3prises




From the sand blaster it went to JC all the way north to Bullsbrook. Will post progress of welding and paint.

But some horror. After mechanically working I pulled it all apart and sent it to a shop in Malaga (Reaper Ripoff Customs) to have the frame holes filled, radiator cutouts welded, and firewall smoothed.

I went there after one day and this was the result.
firewall horror

ps horror

frame horror

I have completed the mechanical side

front end completed with HQ front brakes, HT booster, custom cross member and alloy radiator.

Lots of updates but will list the horror and and positive.
The 253 and 4 speed all fits. Went to start after sitting for a couple of years and it just would not start. After grabbing a cool drink the investigation started. Found the fuel had separated with water going to the carby. Drained the fuel tank and carby and went to start again. It then got good fuel and massive back fire which was caused by the dizzy being 180deg out. Then it started but very rich. Huge amounts of black smoke was caused by power jet in the carby being damaged from the back fire. Then it started and allowed to settle but it blew a welsh plug. After drinking most of the cool drink from the fridge now and removing the engine changing all welsh plugs and fitting it, she now runs and idles.

Called around Perth for a radiator and was shocked by the quotes. I bought an alloy rad with spal twin fan fit and hidden overflow from group in Vic.

radiator

Painted the custom cross member

Brakes

Scary looking at the last time I updated this thread but have been very busy getting it completed in the last 12 months.

one idea is ClipOn Tonneau Cover what do you think?

Hello, looking into cover ideas for the back tray. Currently have I assume the original with the pins around the edges but I have also seen one where the edge is hidden. Would love to see ideas and rough costs.

Looking for heater options and not the smiths heater. I have seen the vintage air and would like to hear success stories. I have already modified the front end so open to mods.