nate
24th February 2004, 11:07
i've just aquired F813COE, a maestro 500 city van, which is basically sound, just a bit scabby. the only 2 mechanical problems were a blown head gasket, which i've just about finished sorting (thought that a good top end de-coke might be a good idea at the same time - it has done well over 200k) and a front wheel bearing that has got more play in it than all the other cars i have ever adjusted wheel bearings on put together. are these bearings adjustable conical bearings?
also, i need some doors for it. the drivers door is good (already changed by the previous owner) though it has sagged on the hinges a bit, but both rear doors and the passenger door are looking very sorry. can't find one in a scrap yard for love nor money.
then all that's left to do is de-rust and fill all of it's battle scars :banghead: and respray.
i'll try and stick up some photos so you can have a larf. must admit, i sometimes wonder why i'm doing this.
also, i need some doors for it. the drivers door is good (already changed by the previous owner) though it has sagged on the hinges a bit, but both rear doors and the passenger door are looking very sorry. can't find one in a scrap yard for love nor money.
then all that's left to do is de-rust and fill all of it's battle scars :banghead: and respray.
i'll try and stick up some photos so you can have a larf. must admit, i sometimes wonder why i'm doing this.