Thread: The Restoration Begins

Originally Posted by Walster

I am still debating whether to go to Cooma,

Doooo iiiiiit

Dosent look like she will be too hard to get spinning.

G'Day All,

I have finally taken the head off the 1.6lt and apart from where water has gotten in (through no spark plugs in 3 cylinders) it appear not too bad. It will require re-sleeving though. Bottom and top end look good, will probably require new journals/bearings.

My wish list is as follows:

* Gearbox/transfer case from around 1951 era (has flat spot on back of bell housing where starter motor would protrude into)

* Left hand Side (facing front) Engine mount

* Carby - Solex type 32 PB12

* Oil Bath Cleaner and pipe work to carby

* Water Pump

* Fuel Pump (SU Electric)

If anyone has these parts and would like to sell/trade please feel free to send me a private email. (I think graceysdad might have a gearbox)

I have decided to part of the action at Cooma now (look out Troy, its going to be a big weekend), so pick up of parts can occur at Cooma if need be.

Thank again for helping out if you can

I have a 2nd hand head gasket floating around if your interested. PM if you like.

Easo

Thats the way easo!

Thanks easo, for the offer of a gasket, however I already have a second hand one!!!!!!!

You are good

Sorry for not keeping the forum users updated of my progress (as I know you all love to see pictures) however after many months (including the last two week solid during School Holidays) I have something to show for my efforts.

It's finally comming together and starting to look like a Landy, much to the delight of the OHMBO. (she sees light at the end of the money pit)

The engine is rebuilt and ready to go back in. (sorry no photos at this stage )

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Regards

Wal

Looks great good work.

Diana

Looking very nice.

John