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Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 13-08-17, 11:31 AM

Replies: 16 401 ~ rear window Views: 4,295 Posted By camkram Since the interior is out to access the window -... Since the interior is out to access the window - work started on removing the masonite on the rear parcel shelf which has suffered water damage. Used marine ply, slightly thicker and denser but ...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 13-08-17, 11:13 AM

Replies: 14 Restore or replace ? Views: 3,301 Posted By camkram Geoff, Hi torque starter sourced from a... Geoff, Hi torque starter sourced from a gentlemen in Mont Albert - very helpful and knowledgeable - happy to recommend his services. Bit of to & fro to have the face plate line up & allow...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 13-08-17, 11:02 AM

Replies: 6 Hesian isolation of steel and ally Views: 1,983 Posted By camkram Mikebro, Does size matter? Picked up 'water... Mikebro, Does size matter? Picked up 'water resistant felt '- 3.2 x 50mm roll last week for slipping between the steel tubing / alum body last week . Primary purpose of purchase was to place around...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 30-07-17, 01:14 PM

Replies: 6 Hesian isolation of steel and ally Views: 1,983 Posted By camkram Mikebro, Seeking a supplier of industrial felt... Mikebro, Seeking a supplier of industrial felt in Melbourne as I have head lining off for rear window repair and also felt is required between fuel tank and the straps holding it in place . Yes,...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 30-07-17, 12:51 PM

Replies: 16 401 ~ rear window Views: 4,295 Posted By camkram Further to my last post on remaking the timber... Further to my last post on remaking the timber frame for the rear window - Using a combination of the laminated timber strips that I had moulded to the steel frame in the car and the...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 11-05-17, 05:24 AM

Replies: 14 Restore or replace ? Views: 3,301 Posted By camkram Starter motor Thanks Geoff. I have sourced one in Melb . One step closer to firing up .

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 11-05-17, 05:19 AM

Replies: 16 401 ~ rear window Views: 4,295 Posted By camkram Geoff, Oak strips 3 mm x 20mm. Quarter sawn, I... Geoff, Oak strips 3 mm x 20mm. Quarter sawn, I am guessing on that though. Yes, recommend using steel frame as template. Much easier to control timber to frame. I have removed the frame from the...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 06-05-17, 07:20 AM

Replies: 16 401 ~ rear window Views: 4,295 Posted By camkram Three weekends in - 4 oak bands installed.Same... Three weekends in - 4 oak bands installed.Same as the original. In 2 groups of 2 - did not like the lamination on the first 2 outer bands - lateral slip - but they stayed true to the steel...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 01-05-17, 10:42 AM

Replies: 14 Restore or replace ? Views: 3,301 Posted By camkram Thanks for the heads up on the manual & DVD,... Thanks for the heads up on the manual & DVD, Geoff BOCA Membership cheque has been posted & am currently on the look out for a replacement starter motor to enable the saga to continue.

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 29-04-17, 05:14 AM

Replies: 14 Restore or replace ? Views: 3,301 Posted By camkram First posting of photos. Engine No 3115 After... First posting of photos. Engine No 3115 After years of neglect, cleaning away dust, oxidization & flaky paint. Solex carbs reconditioned, radiator re cored with bits & pieces cleaned,...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 24-04-17, 12:33 PM

Replies: 16 401 ~ rear window Views: 4,295 Posted By camkram Rear Window Timber Frame Dear Reader, In the course of renovating my 403, I have had to remove the window trim & rear glass. The timber frame had perished & only small sections remained complete. Note this vehicle was in...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 26-03-17, 11:49 AM

Replies: 14 Restore or replace ? Views: 3,301 Posted By camkram restore or replace ? Stefano, Do not have chassis # but engine # is 3115 or 8 & body# is 1418. I do not think my 403 will be a Concours contender -I did mention the disc brakes & wire wheels didn't I? It has suffered...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 26-03-17, 11:19 AM

Replies: 5 401/403 lights Views: 2,114 Posted By camkram 401/403 lights Sorry "Boot" light .

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 26-03-17, 11:18 AM

Replies: 5 401/403 lights Views: 2,114 Posted By camkram 401/403 lights Is it rude for me to add to the shopping list? I am in need of an interior bot light fitting - all I have is a flattened base. In the event of these being unavailable ,has the installation of a...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 26-03-17, 11:17 AM

Replies: 5 401/403 lights Views: 2,114 Posted By camkram Is it rude for me to add to the shopping list? I... Is it rude for me to add to the shopping list? I am in need of an interior bot light fitting - all I have is a flattened base. In the event of these being unavailable ,has the installation of a...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 21-03-17, 07:28 AM

Replies: 14 Restore or replace ? Views: 3,301 Posted By camkram Restore or replace Thanks for your comments. Can stop contemplating and make some pragmatic choices. The difference in costs for the radiator core quoted was effectively, a honeycomb radiator restored or a modern...

Forum: 6 cyl Bristol cars 20-03-17, 10:56 AM

Replies: 14 Restore or replace ? Views: 3,301 Posted By camkram Restore or replace ? I have embarked on returning a 403 onto the road after it has been left languishing for a few too many years. The main question concerns the pursuit of originality against practicality - The...

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