TonyT Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Hi all, just bought myself this... hope to restore it to its former glory then either use it as a daily driver or save it to take to shows when I go... i also have a tatty punto and a XK8 I take to shows currently.. this site looks exactly what I need as have had a look round and there are some clever people on here, hopefully I can be of some use in return for borrowing your expertise.. all the best Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fasterthanyou Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Hi all, just bought myself this... hope to restore it to its former glory then either use it as a daily driver or save it to take to shows when I go... i also have a tatty punto and a XK8 I take to shows currently.. this site looks exactly what I need as have had a look round and there are some clever people on here, hopefully I can be of some use in return for borrowing your expertise.. all the best Tony Was this the beastie on Fleabay very recently? I was bidding on it but missed out, the mrs wanted a hatch as I have just bought yet another coupe, let us know how you get on with it, what was it like underneath? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyT Posted September 7, 2009 Author Share Posted September 7, 2009 yup sure was.. its not bad at all really, my mechanic had a good look round and its straight, needs work of course but nothing major.. off to collect it now so will keep you all informed of its progress.. Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midasmesh Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Hello and a warm welcome to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alan Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Where abouts in east yorkshire are you mate.Nice motor you have got yorself.Im in hull if you need any help. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
garymanc Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 hi and a warm welcome to you Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rayman Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Looks good ....Hello and welcome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyT Posted September 7, 2009 Author Share Posted September 7, 2009 cheers for the welcome all, much appreciated.. I'm not far away Alan I'm in beverley, although I work in Hull and the car is now in Hull (A1s down old Hedon Rd)... i'm gunna do a proper job of it i hope, re-bearing the rear axle, also probably see if i can get poly bushes then sort alarm, get central locing sorted out, remove engine and sort all that, paint engine bay and pretty much everything else lol.. replace some dodgy wiring where the rats have been in (dont ask), also see about getting head gasket done (doesnt need it, more of a precaution) sort out all the horrible sound deadening and replace heater matrix, full service and probably a shed load of other stuff as well lol.. cant see it seeing the light of day for a couple of months, but I'm hoping it'll be well worth it when its done.. all the best, hope my stay here is a good one Tony p.s. if anyone knows of any good sources for new or used parts please post on here, or if prefered pm me.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keith1200 Posted September 10, 2009 Share Posted September 10, 2009 Hello and Welcome I'd bleed the water system first before i would 'touch' the heater matrix/head gasket. Opel Manta heater systems are; 'crap' to say the least Give the engine a full service (plugs/leads/timing etc), also change the gearbox/axle oil. Get yourself a nice wee hayes book The GT/E CIH engine is; 'tough as auld nails' so with a good service! should be fine. All the best and keep us updated Cheers, Keith Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyT Posted September 11, 2009 Author Share Posted September 11, 2009 cheers keith, the engine currently runs like a dream, with no smoke and no noises, hat said plugs, all filters and gaskets are also on order, so it'll be well overhauled by the time i drive it again... i'll make a not of your suggestions and pass them onto my mechanic, thank you all the best Tony Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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