CLUB PROJECT CAR

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CLUB PROJECT CAR

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The club has just bought a 49 saloon to restore in time for the 40th anniversary of the club's formation in 2016 when it will probably be "rebuilt" on the club stand at the NEC. The shell is very sound having been restored in the past to a good standard. The bare shell surrounded by boxes of parts had been stored for several years so before it could be moved Andrew Stone and myself had to refit all the front and rear suspension, axle, steering rack etc which took us about 3 hours.
Most parts seem to be with the car and just need overhauling or refurbishing so we will be looking for volunteers who can help with various aspects of the job.Also someone who has access to a sandblasting cabinet who could clean up all the smaller metal parts for us.
The main parts that we need to source are two good lowlight front wings unless someone can sort out the existing wings and two good condition beige front seats plus matching door and rear quarter panels.
Please contact either myself or Andrew if you are able to help in any way at all.
Thanks
Bryan Gostling
PS We have a pair of modified rear wings to sell as the car came with two pairs of wings.
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What is going to happen to the car when restored ?????
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nobody Know ?? :o
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As far as I'm aware the club hasn't yet said what is going to happen after the restoration. Any updates will no doubt be published in Minor Matters so keep an eye out there :)


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I can strip and rebuild gearbox and back axle if you can get them to me. :D
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Thanks Louise I haven't read about the club buying an mm in Minor matters .Who in the club decides on these sort of things ??
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It was mentioned in 'Ray's Ramble' in the May/June issue. I guess the purchase would have been a committee decision but I don't know for certain. Best to contact the club office directly if you want to know that sort of info.


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Thanks Louise
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Rebuild projects are occasionally donated to the club which then decides if they are a viable proposition. When rebuild they are often used for charity fundraising before being sold and the profits donated to the charity.
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Mike it says the club bought the project
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smithskids wrote:I can strip and rebuild gearbox and back axle if you can get them to me. :D
Just seen your posting. Thanks for your offer. Can I have your name and a contact phone number so I can contact you when we are ready to start work on the car.
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1934 Morris 10/4 in Dark Green / Black - BGO517
1953 S11 Traveller in Birch Grey - oldest survivor ? Export model now reg PPO924
1953 S11 Traveller in Black - 3rd oldest in UK PPX344
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Bryan what is going to happen to the car and who is going to be custodian?
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????
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Please identify yourself
I do not have time to look at the message board very often so if you want a response or any information it is better for you to email me using my email address as published in Minor Matters.
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1953 S11 Traveller in Birch Grey - oldest survivor ? Export model now reg PPO924
1953 S11 Traveller in Black - 3rd oldest in UK PPX344
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Please identify myself ! I am just asking a question why all the cloak and dagger :lol:
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Contact the Club Treasurer direct.
Further investigations uncovered it was an inside job!!
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irmscher wrote:Please identify myself ! I am just asking a question why all the cloak and dagger :lol:
No cloak and dagger - I just want to know who you are so I can see if you are a club member.
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I am a club member and have posted in the members section :-?
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irmscher wrote:I am a club member and have posted in the members section :-?
Why are you not prepared to identify yourself? What have you to hide? I am not prepared to discuss club matters with someone who may not be a club member.
1934 Morris 10/4 in Dark Green / Black - BGO517
1953 S11 Traveller in Birch Grey - oldest survivor ? Export model now reg PPO924
1953 S11 Traveller in Black - 3rd oldest in UK PPX344
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sparesman wrote:
irmscher wrote:I am a club member and have posted in the members section :-?
Why are you not prepared to identify yourself? What have you to hide? I am not prepared to discuss club matters with someone who may not be a club member.
irmscher is a fully paid up member.... :roll:
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