I had a go with the machine polisher today and tidied up the flatted panels. The rivet heads and a few edges needed touching up afterwards, but the panels look much better for the work - no more orange peel or runs. I haven't even properly washed … [Continue reading]
Mudshields and Wrecking the Gloss
I have fitted the new SIII mudshield and steering box guard under the drivers side wing. I have a new SII mudshield for the passenger side - it is flat (as opposed to the SIII's cranked shape), which allows easier modification to fit around the … [Continue reading]
Doors and Hatches
The final door has been built up (driver's door). The new window channels have helped the windows' firmness on both front doors - they no longer slip under their own weight. The remaining vent flap has been fitted to the bulkhead. I had the same … [Continue reading]
Nearly all back from the painter
I collected the remaining front door, Jerry can locker doors, tub locker lid and fuel tank inspection panel from the painter. I need to hire another van to collect the hard top sides and roof, but they're complete. The sides will need polishing to … [Continue reading]
More Work for Alun
Alun came round to have a listen to the Range Rover's engine running on SVO (straight veg oil) mixed 50/50 with diesel. It's pretty quiet and smooth, and runs well, confirming the correctness of my plan to run the 109 on 100%SVO from the front … [Continue reading]
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