NEW CAR AGAIN.... 1956 Bristol 405 CHASSIS - 4106. 405GMT

hesketh786 · #1 (**permalink**) 19-11-21, 10:28 PM

started to strip paint off bonnet hopefully get a few panels done this weekend !

Raymond · #2 (**permalink**) 19-11-21, 10:51 PM

I have an Austin Swallow which has aluminium body. When I did the body I took it all down to the bare metal and used an etching primer before applying any filler or paint.

The problem we have at the moment is dampness in the air. Even in a dry garage my hygrometer is reading high humidity. Ideally, it should read no more than 50% or there is a risk of micro blistering.

David C · #3 (**permalink**) 20-11-21, 08:25 PM

I didn't get the tape measure out but the BMW E9 engine idea came about when I was helping a friend restore a 3 litre CS. It looked to me as though it would be a reasonably easy fit, but I stand to be corrected.

Raymond · #4 (**permalink**) 20-11-21, 08:40 PM

David, you do realise how powerful that lump can be; especially in 3 litre guise?

I was able to keep up with a CSi up to about 90 MPH in my Triumph GT6 but then it just left me behind as it disappeared into the distance!

David C · #5 (**permalink**) 20-11-21, 08:45 PM

That's exactly why I thought it would be a good choice. In basic form it should be very dependable with plenty of torque. Pretty much the performance Bristol were chasing with the 160 engine intended for the 220 chassis. What a shame that never saw the light of day

David C · #6 (**permalink**) 20-11-21, 08:48 PM

With twin carbs it shouldn't take too much work to fit and wouldn't have silly power.

Raymond · #7 (**permalink**) 20-11-21, 08:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by David C

That's exactly why I thought it would be a good choice. In basic form it should be very dependable with plenty of torque. Pretty much the performance Bristol were chasing with the 160 engine intended for the 220 chassis. What a shame that never saw the light of day

Yes, I watched the video recording of an interview with Syd Lovesy in which he talks about the 160 project. The intended engine for the 220 prototype being designed by Denis Sevier apparently came to nothing and as they say... the rest is history.

hesketh786 · #8 (**permalink**) 20-11-21, 09:55 PM

Raymond,

Are you referring to the actual ally panels micro blistering or the paint work in this humidity ?

DavidC,

If it fits i would really be very interested in dropping one into the 405 !

I love power haha ! I wouldn't mind a Bristol Sleeper !

Indeed setup with Zenith or Weber Carbs it should be just right !