In part due to the inclement weather, I decided to move ahead and get the engine in to the car, on the subframe. Originally I was going to get the suspension components refurbished and the gearbox mod done first.
However, my temporary garage is not copletely waterproof obviously, and some of the screw heads and things on the engine have started to show signs of surface rust (very minor), having been sat in my garage for a month. So, onwards with getting it in to the car.
The bloomin’ gravel driveway and the weather didn’t stop us and I am eternally grateful for my parnter for her assistance.
I look relaxed…
Apparently this was No. 17…
Phew!
It really is a tight fit, but it’s in.
I am surprised about how much the engine is able to move forwards and backwards, but then it is currently only mounted on both sides and is yet to be connected to the gearbox/exhaust and so on. Its currentlt still supported by the hoist so that I don’t overstress the mounts.
So, next step is to mount the gearbox to the back of the engine - unfortunately, the kit was missing the template to make the gearbox modification so I can’t go any further until I get that.
Since I had nothing else to do, I ordered some BC Racing Coilovers…
…and have been slowly refurbishing the suspension arms and brakes.
I also ordered some new suspension bushes which I am going to attempt to start fitting this weekend using the following method:
Wish me luck!