Seriously?

[ITSv40]

Originally Posted by Othen

Unfinished Project that has not been on the road for the past 32 years (when it had a roof), 4 door with the front doors lengthened and the rears welded shut - what could possibly go wrong?

Yes, as lovely as it looks that was my first thought. I doubt it has been inspected and deemed road worthy before it can be driven legally.

[360beast]

Originally Posted by ITSv40

Yes, as lovely as it looks that was my first thought. I doubt it has been inspected and deemed road worthy before it can be driven legally.

I'd be interested to know exactly what was done to the sills to strengthen them.

[ITSv40]

I must declare an interest in this. It is my son's car that he restored 14 years ago and now time to move on. It was a joint effort with him 'sometimes' taking notice of my advice! It taught us both a lot, him, mechanical and attention to detail and me, our father and son relationship.

https://collectingcars.com/for-sale/...-convertible-1

Of all the things that the restoration involved there was only one scary moment. Having fitted the new hood, we then had to cut the hole in the mohair for the rear window. That first stab with a stanley knife was quite nerve wracking - first we cut a cross in the centre of the opening and then pinned it at 12,6,3 and 9 o'clock and then worked around to the corners. It took us a couple of minor adjustments to ensure there were no wrinkles. It will be intersting to see how it goes.

[Steve 940]

Originally Posted by ITSv40

I must declare an interest in this. It is my son's car that he restored 14 years ago and now time to move on. It was a joint effort with him 'sometimes' taking notice of my advice! It taught us both a lot, him, mechanical and attention to detail and me, our father and son relationship.

https://collectingcars.com/for-sale/...-convertible-1

Of all the things that the restoration involved there was only one scary moment. Having fitted the new hood, we then had to cut the hole in the mohair for the rear window. That first stab with a stanley knife was quite nerve wracking - first we cut a cross in the centre of the opening and then pinned it at 12,6,3 and 9 o'clock and then worked around to the corners. It took us a couple of minor adjustments to ensure there were no wrinkles. It will be intersting to see how it goes.

Hi ITSv40,

Firstly, many thanks for clearly stating a declaration of interest, and with a restoration that looks that good after 14 years, you and your son should be quite proud of it.

Whilst it isn’t a type of motor that floats my boat, anyone looking for an Escort Cabrio, probably won’t go far wrong with it.

Those sort of ‘one chance only ‘ jobs, i tend to do as much research as I can, measure thrice and repeat, say three Hail Marys, and close the eyes

Cheers
Steve

[ITSv40]

Originally Posted by Steve 940

Hi ITSv40,

Firstly, many thanks for clearly stating a declaration of interest, and with a restoration that looks that good after 14 years, you and your son should be quite proud of it.

Whilst it isn’t a type of motor that floats my boat, anyone looking for an Escort Cabrio, probably won’t go far wrong with it.

Those sort of ‘one chance only ‘ jobs, i tend to do as much research as I can, measure thrice and repeat, say three Hail Marys, and close the eyes

Cheers
Steve

Thank you for your kind words. Yes, not my type of car either, but a 22 year old has different tastes - one of the reasons he is now moving it on along with selling his house, and upsizing, and a new girlfriend.

Certainly I subscribe to the measure twice before cutting once philosophy.

[Laird Scooby]

Originally Posted by Steve 940

Those sort of ‘one chance only ‘ jobs, i tend to do as much research as I can, measure thrice and repeat, say three Hail Marys, and close the eyes

Cheers
Steve

You forgot these important steps Steve - check the position of the stars,kill a chicken and walk three times clockwise around your car chanting:" Oh mighty Prince of Darkness protect your unworthy servant..".

Granted that's usually for repairs on Lucas electrical systems but sure it applies to the "one-shot-only" jobs too.

Courtesy of https://www.mez.co.uk/lucas.html

Also worth checking the link to the Haynes page on that link.