Hi Abb , the car is looking good , if you get it sorted next spring I’m sure between Ritchy and myself we can organise another meet-up at Shildon as it’s such a popular venue
Fingers crossed Andy, fingers crossed!
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Fingers crossed Andy, fingers crossed!
A meetup at Shildon would be a good first outing when it’s finished Abb, we will have to avoid birthdays , anniversaries and Model Railway exhibitions at Locomotion,
Happy New Year Abb. Any progress to report on when you might be back on the road? I’m sure a “Reveal” at Locomotion in Shildon would make a good excuse for a North East Meet Up
Don't blame anyone who has nodded off, I am boring myself now with the lack of progress! Am now thinking I may, just may have it back for the spring, yes thats spring 2019!
More parts from MB. Had to order another boot lid (didn't realise the original one I had purchased was pre facelift, someone on here pointed that out, so thank you), a sunroof seal and also bonnet insulation.
More parts from MB. Had to order another boot lid (didn't realise the original one I had purchased was pre facelift, someone on here pointed that out, so thank you), a sunroof seal and also bonnet insulation.
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Dropped the bits off earlier in the week to check on progress as I was told it would be in primer by the end of Jan, unfortunately it wasn't but this morning I got these pics let me know it is about to enter the booth for primer
Finally!
Finally!
Hi Abb
Pleased that things are moving along again
Any chance it’s going to be ready by 14 April? We’ve got the ideal outing for you
Northern Spring Meeting, 14 April 2019, Eden Camp, Malton, North Yorkshire
Pleased that things are moving along again
Any chance it’s going to be ready by 14 April? We’ve got the ideal outing for you
Northern Spring Meeting, 14 April 2019, Eden Camp, Malton, North Yorkshire
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Abb
This is going to be worth every bit of that wait. We can see its all stating to really come together now.
When they fit the bonnet foam/insulation. Check whether it is a glue in piece or, one that fastens in with plastic poppers?
If it's a Glue In one? You may want to order up the glue from Mercedes (It was still in stock) as it is a special glue that is designed to melt at a set temp and allow the insulation to drop in the event of a fire. I assume this is in the hope it may help extinguish any flames? It comes in a large white tin and needs a large spatula to apply. It is very thick and syrupy so also wants the wings covered to avoid any accidental contact with your nice fresh paint.
I did exactly this when I fitted the nice new insulation to my 124 which I managed to buy from a member on here. who also very kindly sold me the unopened tin of glue.
It makes a huge difference to the aesthetics of the engine bay as well as providing some decent sound deadening, especially when you close the bonnet.
Good luck. Keep those pics coming please.
This is going to be worth every bit of that wait. We can see its all stating to really come together now.
When they fit the bonnet foam/insulation. Check whether it is a glue in piece or, one that fastens in with plastic poppers?
If it's a Glue In one? You may want to order up the glue from Mercedes (It was still in stock) as it is a special glue that is designed to melt at a set temp and allow the insulation to drop in the event of a fire. I assume this is in the hope it may help extinguish any flames? It comes in a large white tin and needs a large spatula to apply. It is very thick and syrupy so also wants the wings covered to avoid any accidental contact with your nice fresh paint.
I did exactly this when I fitted the nice new insulation to my 124 which I managed to buy from a member on here. who also very kindly sold me the unopened tin of glue.
It makes a huge difference to the aesthetics of the engine bay as well as providing some decent sound deadening, especially when you close the bonnet.
Good luck. Keep those pics coming please.
Hi Abb
Pleased that things are moving along again
Any chance it’s going to be ready by 14 April? We’ve got the ideal outing for you
Northern Spring Meeting, 14 April 2019, Eden Camp, Malton, North Yorkshire
Thanks Andy, unfortunately I cannot answer that question, trust me I wish I could! Fingers crossed things 'should' start moving a bit quicker now, so there's every chance, definitely, possibly, maybe it will be ready for the outing!
Will keep you posted.Thanks Bruce for the advice. AFAIK it is held on with clips/poppers but in light of what you have said, I will get them to triple check.
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It’s all uphill from here pal - can’t wait to see it when it’s done!
Thanks Andy, unfortunately I cannot answer that question, trust me I wish I could! Fingers crossed things 'should' start moving a bit quicker now, so there's every chance, definitely, possibly, maybe it will be ready for the outing!
Will be great if it is , if not you’re more than welcome to come along in anything with wheels and an engine, even the Fireblade
Great stuff, if the C43 isn’t ready for 14 April I’ve got plans for another Northern Meeting early June
Much to my surprise today, I received a update with pics
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That’s definitely going to be ready for 14 April
thesewellguy
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Last post was Oct 15. how's progress?
So my excitement was short lived and progress slowed down shortly after getting the last update. I then received a few pics but I must warn you now, they are not very exciting, but pics none the less!
You will notice on the 1st pic there is some small scabs of rust still visible and that around the jubilee clip, this was dealt with by flattening back. The grey/silver colouring is some sort of waterproof sealant I was told prior to be treated with the darker coloured dinitrol treatment.
You will notice on the 1st pic there is some small scabs of rust still visible and that around the jubilee clip, this was dealt with by flattening back. The grey/silver colouring is some sort of waterproof sealant I was told prior to be treated with the darker coloured dinitrol treatment.
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