Car started up for the first time

Today we started up the car for the first time and test fitted the xenon headlamps. The car started up without any problems on the first go. There were NO warning lights whatsoever on the dash :)

Here is a short video of the car being started and the xenon lamps being tested out.

New engine loom and components

Today we worked on finishing up the engine bay work. The work involved the following:

• Replaced cracked engine manifold
• Replaced cracked thermostat housing
• Replaced damaged hoses in the cooling system
• Replaced cracked A/C hose pipe
• Installed new engine wiring loom
• Replaced TDC sensor, new version available with the modified Engine Loom
• Bled the Clutch Circuit
• Installed a second-had Airbox from a donor car that had only done 100miles
• Replaced fuse boxes and all electronic components in engine bay
• Installed a replacement Battery Tray
• Installed second-hand engine fan and Front panel
• Installed second-hand Radiator
• Installed second-hand condensor
• Installed cross-member
• Cleaned out coolant circuit with water and compressed air
• Re-filled coolant and bled the system

We now need to get the fuel drained out as a precaution. We're not sure how long the fuel has been sitting in the car and chances are it may be contaminated. We also need to install a new battery and see if the car works for the first time. A bit nervous but confident. I've booked in a company called Fuel Drain to drain the fuel next week. I will buy a battery and install it after the fuel has been drained and replaced with new fuel. I have added the link to Fuel Drain on the related links section.

Below are some pics of the engine bay area work we completed today:

Jig & Alignment work completed

Today the Jig and frame alignment work was completed by Gary Lee PanelCraft of Rainham Essex.

The work that has been carried out and completed so far are:

• Jig & Alignment
• Replacement Chassis Leg and welding parts
• New upper engine mount
• Replacement Clutch Slave Cylinder
• Replacement Clutch Hose Pipe

Garry and his team at Garry Lee Panelcraft were very friendly and provided and excellent service. I would highly recommend his services. I have added a link to his website on the Related Links section.

Here are a few pics of the car completed and heading back home from Garry Lee Panelcraft. My DIY project now begins :)

front damage assessment

Today, me and the misses began the work of removing the damaged front parts to do a front damage assessment and make a plan.

We documented and bagged all the bolts, screws, clips and other usable parts.

To get the car back up and running, the following work is needed:

• Jig & Frame Alignment Work
• Replacement N/S Chassis Leg
• Replacement N/S front driveshaft
• Replacement Clutch Slave Cylinder
• New engine wiring loom
• Replacement of all electronic parts on the N/S
• Replacement Radiator Hoses
• Replacement Thermostat housing
• Replacement A/C pipe
• Repalcement Cooling Fan
• Replacement Radiator
• Replacement Condenser
• Replacement Engine Manifold
• Replacement Front Panel
• Replacement Cross Member
• Replacement Bodywork (RS body panels)

Here are some pics of the front parts being removed for damage assessment: