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by jeans_old_man
Mon Mar 11, 2024 9:59 am
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: New Project
Replies: 872
Views: 2965981

Re: New Project

Superb! In its day this car could compete with the likes of lagonda that cost ten times as much.
by jeans_old_man
Thu Feb 29, 2024 5:58 pm
Forum: 4's and up
Topic: 1953 California 4AD
Replies: 33
Views: 692

Re: 1953 California 4AD

Hi Avery, that looks like a very original and well looked after car. The paint looks like a cut back with t-cut and a rub down with polish would bring back the shine. As far as originality goes, it depends on what you want to do with the car - drive it, show it at concours events or turn it into a m...
by jeans_old_man
Wed Feb 28, 2024 10:24 am
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: New Project
Replies: 872
Views: 2965981

Re: New Project

Absolutely superb! After I feel I twisted your arm I’m glad it has turned out so well.
by jeans_old_man
Sat Feb 24, 2024 9:33 am
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Le Mans recreation
Replies: 33
Views: 214630

Re: Le Mans recreation

Mine had a tab. It helps to hold it in place whilst fitting the sump.
by jeans_old_man
Tue Feb 20, 2024 10:20 am
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Aluminium/aluminum bonnet/hood
Replies: 7
Views: 227

Re: Aluminium/aluminum bonnet/hood

No problem Colin. I am not familiar with steel bonnets. I remember the one off my 1.5 Sports was very heavy when I sent it to Nigel for painting. Aluminium sounds like a great idea. I bought a whole sheet of brass in the 1970s and don’t remember it being very expensive. However I was shocked to see ...
by jeans_old_man
Mon Feb 19, 2024 7:46 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Aluminium/aluminum bonnet/hood
Replies: 7
Views: 227

Re: Aluminium/aluminum bonnet/hood

Brass? No, the ‘35 has a separate brass hinge with silver steel rod. There are no side hinges as the bonnet is made from only two pieces.

I suspect brass rod will be an expensive option. Stainless steel will be cheaper. I think the diameter is 1/4”.
by jeans_old_man
Sun Feb 18, 2024 6:57 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: New Project
Replies: 872
Views: 2965981

Re: New Project

The whole interior is looking fabulous! I wouldn’t pad the sides of the front seats, just the tops and then tension the sides carefully. The back seat looks in remarkable condition. Is that felt padding? You must be very pleased with the results so far. I found that the hidem binding required tacks ...
by jeans_old_man
Sun Feb 18, 2024 6:35 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Aluminium/aluminum bonnet/hood
Replies: 7
Views: 227

Re: Aluminium/aluminum bonnet/hood

Sounds like a plan! I assume the bonnet is to replace the original steel panels rather than the aluminium ones fitted to the’35 models (which had separate brass hinge). Stainless steel might be an alternative.
by jeans_old_man
Thu Feb 08, 2024 5:17 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: New Project
Replies: 872
Views: 2965981

Re: New Project

Mikeyr, I hope you are following how to upholster ready for when you do yours!
by jeans_old_man
Thu Feb 08, 2024 10:52 am
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: New Project
Replies: 872
Views: 2965981

Re: New Project

I’ve been looking back at your thread and you have to admit you have come a long way!

Your seat cover looks superb but, like you, I suspect you don’t have enough stuffing. This picture of another six suggests there is much more padding.

Seat is looking great!
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by jeans_old_man
Tue Jan 30, 2024 10:06 am
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: New Project
Replies: 872
Views: 2965981

Re: New Project

That looks absolutely fabulous! Well done. I’m looking forwards to seeing the finished result.
by jeans_old_man
Mon Jan 22, 2024 9:32 am
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: New Project
Replies: 872
Views: 2965981

Re: New Project

1/2” needle felt? Maybe two layers. You can also use it to pad the wheel arches. 54” wide from Segals. About £12 per metre.
by jeans_old_man
Sat Jan 20, 2024 6:08 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: Wiring guidance
Replies: 3
Views: 340

Re: Wiring guidance

Perhaps this will help. It is for a car that still uses a three brush dynamo and the horns have been wired through a relay for safety and to free up a terminal in the junction box. The wiring colours are original for 1935. You will not need the dynamo terminals of the SLC2 if you upgrade to a voltag...
by jeans_old_man
Sat Jan 20, 2024 5:40 pm
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: New Project
Replies: 872
Views: 2965981

Re: New Project

I’ve never used a piping foot but used a zipper foot instead. I notice that Segal’s in Salford stock 1/2” polyester Dacron wadding and what they call ‘needle felt’. This is where I got my original supplies from in the 1970s. I remember he was very helpful to a young lad. It sounds like you are enjoy...
by jeans_old_man
Thu Jan 18, 2024 9:29 am
Forum: Pre-War
Topic: New Project
Replies: 872
Views: 2965981

Re: New Project

I think you need some padding between the springs and cover. I used thick felt (a bit like old fashioned carpet underlay). Looking good Colin!