Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
asahartz Thu Feb 24, 2011 11:07 pm
Interesting floor. There don't appear to be any separate sills? Obviously the absence of rear parcel bins inside the car has made them adopt a different approach to the sills.
The first two numbers on the suspension arm are just part numbers - not sure why there's two without looking them up. The others are probably just casting codes.
The first two numbers on the suspension arm are just part numbers - not sure why there's two without looking them up. The others are probably just casting codes.
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
AFHuey Sat Feb 26, 2011 5:20 am
That's tits man! You are my hero. I have been following this thread and I am have been very impressed with the speed that you work at. Keep up the good work and the best of luck
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
reymondos Sat Feb 26, 2011 11:42 am
Today I finished the switchboard. I don't have a key. Do you know anyone making repro keys? There is a code on the barrel.
I have also started cleaning and paintin suspension parts. I found this stamped on the front top suspension link bearing. I had never heard of this company.
And finally I received some carpet samples from Lloyds Loom (top and middle). They have a beautiful fine weave but its not herringbone patern. I think I still prefer the coarser but more correct looking Sisal carpet (bottom).
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
asahartz Sat Feb 26, 2011 2:27 pm
There are plenty of keys being supplied at shows & autojumbles, but try here: Wilco Direct
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
AFHuey Sat Feb 26, 2011 2:36 pm
For some reason this didn't post last time.
Believe it or not, Torrington bearings were quite big. I've used them in both the air force and in my harley. A couple years back they were acquired by Timken.
Believe it or not, Torrington bearings were quite big. I've used them in both the air force and in my harley. A couple years back they were acquired by Timken.
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
discoman41 Sun Feb 27, 2011 12:12 am
Hi John,
If you would like to PM me the barrel number, I'll see if I can get you a key.
Jase
If you would like to PM me the barrel number, I'll see if I can get you a key.
Jase
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
reymondos Tue Mar 01, 2011 8:11 pm
The car is finally off the rotisserie. It is programed to go to the paintshop on Friday.
A few interesting notes.
The rear bumper is attached to a double lip, clearly visible here.
This is how the screen vent is blanked out
The suspension components are coming along
Its a pity this MOWOG stencil on the front subframe will be powdercoated....
A few interesting notes.
The rear bumper is attached to a double lip, clearly visible here.
This is how the screen vent is blanked out
The suspension components are coming along
Its a pity this MOWOG stencil on the front subframe will be powdercoated....
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
Big_Al_Smith Wed Mar 02, 2011 10:33 am
Re: MOWOG - you could keep the picture, measure it up and paint it back in after - chances are that no-one will ever see it, but you'll know it's there!
I do hope one or both of the mini mags is keeping an eye on this little car 'cos it'd be a great trip on expenses to go over and do a 'photo shoot on it!
Great work, keep it up my friend....
I do hope one or both of the mini mags is keeping an eye on this little car 'cos it'd be a great trip on expenses to go over and do a 'photo shoot on it!
Great work, keep it up my friend....
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
reymondos Thu Mar 03, 2011 7:46 pm
Today I got involved with the fuel pump and the steering column
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The steering column was painted in three layers. Black over white over blue.
They cleaned out nicely
I also bought this starter button from ebay and it is dated 10 60, which is pretty perfect for my car.
Tomorrow the car is off to the paintshop.
A week or two of prep work and then I will have a beautiful painted shell.
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The steering column was painted in three layers. Black over white over blue.
They cleaned out nicely
I also bought this starter button from ebay and it is dated 10 60, which is pretty perfect for my car.
Tomorrow the car is off to the paintshop.
A week or two of prep work and then I will have a beautiful painted shell.
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
reymondos Sat Mar 05, 2011 10:47 am
The car finally left the body-shop and is now at the paint-shop.
I also organized most of the parts I have so I can have a clearer picture of what to do next and more importantly, where everything is....
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I also organized most of the parts I have so I can have a clearer picture of what to do next and more importantly, where everything is....
Before
After
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
TONYELF Sat Mar 05, 2011 3:06 pm
I wish I had this amount of space "to play with" and I'm sure I speak on behalf of many members here!
going great guns John!
Oh! and of course the time too LOL
going great guns John!
Oh! and of course the time too LOL
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
reymondos Mon Mar 07, 2011 11:04 am
From a 1961 Austin Pocket Guide.
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
TONYELF Mon Mar 07, 2011 2:51 pm
mmm that's interesting, it means there must be more info somewhere?
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
TONYELF Thu Mar 10, 2011 12:42 pm
catmint wrote:Right, as promised the details of the production beach cars that we hold.
We have records for 14 cars built from 20/12/61 to 19/3/62 - all were LH drive and listed as export - 11 of which were noted as destined for the USA
Chassis numbers are all 19***, some have the prefix of ST
And that is it I am afraid
Catmint
Gordon, this gets more interesting as we dig deeper. In Jon Pressnell's Mini The Definititive History he claims that Nine cars were built.one was briefly used by The Queen (probably to nip to the loo, my words!) at Windsor Castle,another was offered a a prize in a contest run by BMC and it seems that some were lent to or sold to luxury hotels.
Ultimately those that stayed in Bmc hands were sold to employees; at least three survive.
JP claims that a figure of 16 quoted in Laurence Pomeroy's "The Mini Story" is likely to be erroneous (Doug Adams) Doug Adams signed my copy in 2009
There are three photograghs in his article one shows a horizontal seam on front wing from head light to the A post.(I think it looks quite smart and adds some stiffness to the wing)
This throws all the figures into disarray!
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
reymondos Fri Mar 11, 2011 6:22 pm
The car is now being "ironed" at the paintshop. Progress is very rapid.
Note the curves at the end of the numberplate recession. Looking at Elf/Hornet pictures the recess fades out in a straight line.
Note the curves at the end of the numberplate recession. Looking at Elf/Hornet pictures the recess fades out in a straight line.
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
Big_Al_Smith Sat Mar 12, 2011 12:04 am
i continue to love this little car more and more - hope the rest all goes well and can't wait to see it finished and out and about in greek sunshine!
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
catmint Sun Mar 13, 2011 1:12 pm
I am really enjoying this thread - thanks for the inundation of photos, you are doing a fantastic job on this little car. What is the final colour choice ?
with regard to the curve recess on the boot lid, very early MKI hornets and elfs also had this feature, not sure when it was phased out though but I think it was not far into initial production
Couldn't agree more Al
Gordon
with regard to the curve recess on the boot lid, very early MKI hornets and elfs also had this feature, not sure when it was phased out though but I think it was not far into initial production
Big_Al_Smith wrote:i continue to love this little car more and more - hope the rest all goes well and can't wait to see it finished and out and about in greek sunshine!
Couldn't agree more Al
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
reymondos Sun Mar 13, 2011 9:01 pm
The car will be painted the same colour as original. A machine will analyze part of the dash rail that retains the original blue colour. Itried various period codes but could not find an exact match
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
reymondos Tue Mar 15, 2011 4:44 pm
Its beginning to look good.
I love running my hands over her smooth body.......
I love running my hands over her smooth body.......
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
TONYELF Tue Mar 15, 2011 5:54 pm
Quote "I love running my hands over her smooth body"
So do I but don't tell my wife!
So do I but don't tell my wife!
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
reymondos Tue Mar 15, 2011 7:10 pm
The seats are also coming along beautifully.
Before
After
Before
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
discoman41 Wed Mar 16, 2011 4:08 am
Fantastic! I have got to come out and see this car! 
Jase
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Re: Not exactly a n Elf/Hornet, but close
TONYELF Wed Mar 16, 2011 12:33 pm
Sounds as if there is enough of us to charter a boat or plane!
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