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by Fspp369
Sat Dec 09, 2023 7:37 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Torque wrench accuracy
Replies: 11
Views: 1612
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Re: Torque wrench accuracy

Hi PM me I’ve got the bit of kit I think you need.
Peter. :drinkingcheers:
by Fspp369
Sun Sep 24, 2023 11:28 am
Forum: Series 3
Topic: Restoration finish of suspension wishbones
Replies: 25
Views: 7024
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Re: Restoration finish of suspension wishbones

I’m not sure about “original colours “ but if you go down the plating route be aware of the term “Hydrogen Embrittlement “ I have seen a wishbone with a long crack in it. Personally I’d go for the best longevity finish..then you know that the next owner gets all of the pleasure from your endeavous… ...
by Fspp369
Sun Sep 10, 2023 4:03 pm
Forum: Series 3
Topic: Chrome trim air scoop
Replies: 12
Views: 2959
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Re: Chrome trim air scoop

On the std car, with correct radius of scoop corner and metal in reasonable condition it would be fine if all the above are not present don’t bother anyway,Always look after your scoops!!you never know when you need them.. : :drinkingcheers: yeahthat:
by Fspp369
Sat Sep 09, 2023 5:08 pm
Forum: Series 3
Topic: Chrome trim air scoop
Replies: 12
Views: 2959
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Re: Chrome trim air scoop

Get a look at the trim strip on early mini seams.. plastic and easily fitted.
by Fspp369
Sat Sep 09, 2023 5:02 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Preparing for restoration and paint
Replies: 15
Views: 2294
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Re: Preparing for restoration and paint

On the way to the blasters.
I’ll post post blast when I’ve transferred them from other machine.
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by Fspp369
Sat Sep 09, 2023 4:56 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Preparing for restoration and paint
Replies: 15
Views: 2294
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Re: Preparing for restoration and paint

I used to own a soda blasting Co and had many requests for remediation for all models. One thing to remember is that you can opt to remove the paint and deal with the rot separately or you can do a combined job and kill two birds with one blast gun.. :roll: Soda blasting doesn’t remove rust, except ...
by Fspp369
Sun Jul 16, 2023 8:26 am
Forum: General
Topic: Garage Floor Tiles
Replies: 18
Views: 2300
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Re: Garage Floor Tiles

Alan I tried these tiles,, of the appropriate industrial grade, on my new floor. They were quite pretty and pleasant to walk on but to work on they were less than optimal! They moved easily when rolled over by a laden trolley jack, which became much harder to move itself. Anything that sits on them ...
by Fspp369
Fri Mar 10, 2023 5:45 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Spares Day ???
Replies: 11
Views: 2181
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Re: Spares Day ???

As a pair of S3 owners we frequently do the autojumbles and spares days together, this year was no different. We arrived in good time and as blue badge holders we were directed “around the back by the cafe)”. On our way there we saw an elderly chap pushing a wheelchair across the rough grass making ...
by Fspp369
Sun Feb 12, 2023 3:52 pm
Forum: General
Topic: Forum back room hard work
Replies: 15
Views: 2299
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Re: Forum back room hard work

:cry: Many many thanks :salute: :thankyouyellow: :drinkingcheers:
by Fspp369
Sun Oct 30, 2022 8:18 am
Forum: Series 3
Topic: S3 OTS body jig dims
Replies: 3
Views: 1658
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Re: S3 OTS body jig dims

Thanks Bill, this is the sort of thing I am coming across. I posted the query because some of the dimensions I’ve taken do not agree with the book,, only simple ones so far!. I have set up a multi laser system down to 0.5mm, but I’ve a feeling this is very much overkill given 70’s assembly technique...
by Fspp369
Mon Oct 24, 2022 3:06 pm
Forum: Series 3
Topic: S3 OTS body jig dims
Replies: 3
Views: 1658
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S3 OTS body jig dims

Could one of the members kindly send me a link to a diagram or list of dimensions of the body please.
Mounting points, reference points, distance between chassis features…. That sort of thing .
I want to check a few things before it’s off to the spray booth!
Thanks in advance.
Peter. :drinkingcheers:
by Fspp369
Mon Sep 19, 2022 3:21 pm
Forum: General
Topic: The Queen
Replies: 17
Views: 2683
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Re: The Queen

:wavegreatbritain:
by Fspp369
Sun Sep 11, 2022 5:59 pm
Forum: General
Topic: The Queen
Replies: 17
Views: 2683
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Re: The Queen

Yes my wife and I said the very same, Jaguar or Rolls Royce would have been expected.
by Fspp369
Thu Sep 08, 2022 7:20 pm
Forum: General
Topic: The Queen
Replies: 17
Views: 2683
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Re: The Queen

Such a sad loss.
Ma’am we salute you, and will not forget you. Your impact on this country with your quiet dignity and granite stability has helped all of us, long May it continue.
by Fspp369
Wed Aug 31, 2022 11:42 am
Forum: General
Topic: Multi plug.
Replies: 1
Views: 734
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Multi plug.

Hello everyone. Someone gave me a bag of plugs the other day and said they were from Jaguar. I have no idea...if anyone recognises them please tell me, and if you need 1 or many, let me know They did not arrive via spurious means!!! https://i.postimg.cc/zDgZmnz6/20220831-122715.jpg https://i.postimg...
by Fspp369
Sat Aug 27, 2022 3:05 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Chrome plating rims
Replies: 7
Views: 1701
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Re: Chrome plating rims

Layne, thanks for your Interest, the question of batch plating is THE question.!!
If I have to work/drive with 95% wheels then so be it ...I'm not going for a concourse car, im an oily rag guy and want a nice "driver"... one has to try.
Once again thanks for your reply to this mundane topic.
Peter.
by Fspp369
Sat Aug 13, 2022 1:31 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: Chrome plating rims
Replies: 7
Views: 1701
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Chrome plating rims

Can anyone suggest a firm that can re-plate S3 steel rims to a good standard, I’m finding quite a few places that I’ve used before will not do it because they can’t guarantee the quality of the finish in the deep well of the front face. I realise that the anode needs to “throw” into the little dark ...
by Fspp369
Thu Jun 23, 2022 7:34 am
Forum: Technical
Topic: 6 litre engine.
Replies: 3
Views: 1050
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Re: 6 litre engine.

Marek,
That is a super helpful reply, than you. I hadn’t appreciated the bolt pattern issue etc.
I’ll PM you about Guildford.
Regards
Peter.
by Fspp369
Wed Jun 22, 2022 1:58 pm
Forum: Technical
Topic: 6 litre engine.
Replies: 3
Views: 1050
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6 litre engine.

Hello forum members, I’m still looking for ways to upgrade my S3 OTS and my desire is to eliminate as much of the “stuff” that hangs around the top of the engine, such as distributer, air pipes valves and allied things, if you follow my drift! I’ve been offered a 6l v12, from a Daimler double six, s...
by Fspp369
Thu Apr 28, 2022 6:43 am
Forum: General
Topic: Calling all Opalescent Gunmetal owners
Replies: 40
Views: 6860
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Re: Calling all Opalescent Gunmetal owners

I just would like to add “two pennuth” I have an S3 in azure blue, no problem with tiny road chips,..camel hair brush and that’s it. Currently in bits but going back to Azure! My friend has an S3 in OG painted by the PO he curses endlessly about stone chips, no matter how carefully he tries he can’t...