1970 Series 2 OTS
This late in production Series 2 OTS is destined for a full restoration with some interesting modifications (closed in headlights for example). Work is due to start in December 2014.
This late in production Series 2 OTS is destined for a full restoration with some interesting modifications (closed in headlights for example). Work is due to start in December 2014.
17th November 2017
New speakers installed into the B post and Crossover Tweeters onto the dash. Looks and sounds pretty good now!
New speakers installed into the B post and Crossover Tweeters onto the dash. Looks and sounds pretty good now!
3rd November 2017
Gary the detailer was in during the week to detail the car. There were some surface scratches that needed removing.
Gary the detailer was in during the week to detail the car. There were some surface scratches that needed removing.
27th October 2017
Barry was busy fitting up the newly powder coated demister vents - the car has come back for a bit of fettling, some more upgrades and a service.
Barry was busy fitting up the newly powder coated demister vents - the car has come back for a bit of fettling, some more upgrades and a service.
21st April 2017
The modified radio console was fitted (finally) with the modifications requested by the customer. We think it looks great and the modern radio (bluetooth, fm, USB ports etc) doesn't look out of place and works really well.
The modified radio console was fitted (finally) with the modifications requested by the customer. We think it looks great and the modern radio (bluetooth, fm, USB ports etc) doesn't look out of place and works really well.
24th February 2017
Mixed emotions today as we said goodbye. Delivered it to one happy owner.
Mixed emotions today as we said goodbye. Delivered it to one happy owner.
17th February 2017
The photoshoot went well and here are some of the images.......
The photoshoot went well and here are some of the images.......
10th February 2017
Detailing is now complete in preparation for the photoshoot on Monday. Another stunning job by Jamie at Detailed.
Detailing is now complete in preparation for the photoshoot on Monday. Another stunning job by Jamie at Detailed.
3rd February 2017
The final run has been reached and now that the hood has been fitted, we can finish off the door trims. All in place now and looking good (although I think the owner will want us to fit a pair of red door arm rests!). The upgrade for the headlights is going ahead with the relays being fitted into the LHS bonnet diaphragm. The radiator sheild is now in place (lots of work just on this as it has to be stripped, the frame painted in the correct Grey and the mesh in silver. Then re-assembled with new screws, washers and seal at the top). Next week sees the test miles being put on.
The final run has been reached and now that the hood has been fitted, we can finish off the door trims. All in place now and looking good (although I think the owner will want us to fit a pair of red door arm rests!). The upgrade for the headlights is going ahead with the relays being fitted into the LHS bonnet diaphragm. The radiator sheild is now in place (lots of work just on this as it has to be stripped, the frame painted in the correct Grey and the mesh in silver. Then re-assembled with new screws, washers and seal at the top). Next week sees the test miles being put on.
27th January 2017
We collected the car from Mick Turley on Wednesday after they had fitted the hood. Really pleased as the fit is superb. Car now has a few little jobs to complete prior to delivery.
We collected the car from Mick Turley on Wednesday after they had fitted the hood. Really pleased as the fit is superb. Car now has a few little jobs to complete prior to delivery.
16th December 2016
At last, MCT have the room to take the car in for hood trimming.
At last, MCT have the room to take the car in for hood trimming.
25th November 2016
Finally, another car MOT'd. This time the Blue OTS (DE) passed with only a LHS headlight adjustment needed. Just need the hood fitting and we can deliver it to the customer.
Finally, another car MOT'd. This time the Blue OTS (DE) passed with only a LHS headlight adjustment needed. Just need the hood fitting and we can deliver it to the customer.
18th November 2016
Now ready for MOT and has been booked in for Wednesday next week.
Now ready for MOT and has been booked in for Wednesday next week.
11th November 2016
The boot area is now finished and the headlight conversion is finally complete. Looks fantastic!
The boot area is now finished and the headlight conversion is finally complete. Looks fantastic!
4th November 2016
The first shot was taken just before we collected the car from the paintshop. Dan is stopped in his tracks! More little jobs have been finished with the grab handle and dash chromes now fitted. The headlight rims are fitted (but not finished yet) and the windscreen side chromes are in place.
The first shot was taken just before we collected the car from the paintshop. Dan is stopped in his tracks! More little jobs have been finished with the grab handle and dash chromes now fitted. The headlight rims are fitted (but not finished yet) and the windscreen side chromes are in place.
2nd November 2016
We are on the final leg of fitting up the closed in headlight upgrade. Lots of work but will look sensational when done.
We are on the final leg of fitting up the closed in headlight upgrade. Lots of work but will look sensational when done.
29th October 2016
The trim is coming together nicely and the electrically heated, upgraded seats are now wired in and fitted. Takes a bit of shimming in order to get the sliders to work properly but it is worth the effort. The upgraded alternator has been fitted and we needed a non AC set of pulleys for the water pump. Leon has now finished the prep work for the covered in headlight upgrade for the RHS. Next week should see the job complete.
The trim is coming together nicely and the electrically heated, upgraded seats are now wired in and fitted. Takes a bit of shimming in order to get the sliders to work properly but it is worth the effort. The upgraded alternator has been fitted and we needed a non AC set of pulleys for the water pump. Leon has now finished the prep work for the covered in headlight upgrade for the RHS. Next week should see the job complete.
19th October 2016
Seats and centre console back from the trimmers. They are the final bits required so we will be getting them fitted up in the next few days.
Seats and centre console back from the trimmers. They are the final bits required so we will be getting them fitted up in the next few days.
15th October 2016
The car is now trimmed and we started fitting the coverred in headlight conversion. What a job! It will look fantastic when completed but it meant taking the headlight diaphragms out in order to drill the bonnet for the mounting holes.
The car is now trimmed and we started fitting the coverred in headlight conversion. What a job! It will look fantastic when completed but it meant taking the headlight diaphragms out in order to drill the bonnet for the mounting holes.
13th October 2016
The car arrived back from the paintshop with the doors, bootlid and bonnet fitted. We have just about completed the trim and the chromework should all be on by the end of the week. Dean popped over to fit the screen (new Pilkington classic with built in radio aerial).
The car arrived back from the paintshop with the doors, bootlid and bonnet fitted. We have just about completed the trim and the chromework should all be on by the end of the week. Dean popped over to fit the screen (new Pilkington classic with built in radio aerial).
September 2016
Lots of minor jobs completed in preparation of bonnet and doors being fitted.
Lots of minor jobs completed in preparation of bonnet and doors being fitted.
26th August 2016
We like to run the wiring for the washer bottle inside the bulkhead as it looks much neater than original. The dashboards are in and things like the choke and heater controls connected. The devil is always in the detail and you can see the hoses strapped in place onto the engine frames.
We like to run the wiring for the washer bottle inside the bulkhead as it looks much neater than original. The dashboards are in and things like the choke and heater controls connected. The devil is always in the detail and you can see the hoses strapped in place onto the engine frames.
19th August 2016
The carbs and the upgraded (Mangoletsi) throttle are now fitted. Beautifully engineered and takes a bit of thinking to fit! Worth it though. Dashboards are built and one is fitted. The rear looms are in place so we are really moving ahead.
The carbs and the upgraded (Mangoletsi) throttle are now fitted. Beautifully engineered and takes a bit of thinking to fit! Worth it though. Dashboards are built and one is fitted. The rear looms are in place so we are really moving ahead.
12th August 2016
With the engine in it was time get on with fitting up various ancilliaries. Brakes are all plumbed in along with the clutch. Exhaust and heathsields are fitted and handbrake connected.
With the engine in it was time get on with fitting up various ancilliaries. Brakes are all plumbed in along with the clutch. Exhaust and heathsields are fitted and handbrake connected.
5th August 2016
The engine is now fitted and the car is really starting to come together well.
The engine is now fitted and the car is really starting to come together well.
22nd July 2016
The propshaft is rebuilt following powder coating and new UJs and gaitor being fitted, we like to fit the sealed for life front UJ as these are negleted during the greasing regime (very difficult to get to). We also have the radiator, brake lines, clutch lines and vacuum pipes installed (must remember to speak to Murray to get photos of the work completed!!!).
The propshaft is rebuilt following powder coating and new UJs and gaitor being fitted, we like to fit the sealed for life front UJ as these are negleted during the greasing regime (very difficult to get to). We also have the radiator, brake lines, clutch lines and vacuum pipes installed (must remember to speak to Murray to get photos of the work completed!!!).
15th July 2016
We have moved this project on a lot this week with the rear axle nearly fitted (the new cage mounts are causing issues) but we will sort them out in due course. The detailed photos show the build in progress. The fuel tank had some local corrosion so we welded in a new patch. The process was photographed so you can see what goes into such a repair.
We have moved this project on a lot this week with the rear axle nearly fitted (the new cage mounts are causing issues) but we will sort them out in due course. The detailed photos show the build in progress. The fuel tank had some local corrosion so we welded in a new patch. The process was photographed so you can see what goes into such a repair.
1st July 2016
The front uprights are ready to be built with new bearings and discs. We have also begun to build up the bulkhead.
The front uprights are ready to be built with new bearings and discs. We have also begun to build up the bulkhead.
24th June 2016
We now have the bodyshell back from the paintshop and the restoration bay has been prepared ready for work to begin next week. Really excited to be starting this project at long last!
We now have the bodyshell back from the paintshop and the restoration bay has been prepared ready for work to begin next week. Really excited to be starting this project at long last!
11th June 2016
The car is now finally in paint (ODB)! Looks magnificent and we are really pleased with the colour.
The car is now finally in paint (ODB)! Looks magnificent and we are really pleased with the colour.
13th May 2016
Nudging its way into final paintwork being applied and is looking great.
Nudging its way into final paintwork being applied and is looking great.
22nd April 2016
The bonnet is now fitted and gapped and the filling and rubbing down process has begun.
The bonnet is now fitted and gapped and the filling and rubbing down process has begun.
1st April 2016
We now have the frames on and the bonnet will be fitted next week.
We now have the frames on and the bonnet will be fitted next week.
27th March 2016
Finally gapped and painted underneath. Just the frames and bonnet to fit then we can go to top coat.
Finally gapped and painted underneath. Just the frames and bonnet to fit then we can go to top coat.
20th March 2016
The door gaps look fantastic and we should be ready for top coat later in the week.
The door gaps look fantastic and we should be ready for top coat later in the week.
1st March 2016
Now in primer so that is a major milestone reached.
Now in primer so that is a major milestone reached.
25th February 2016
The car has been further stripped now that the storage boxes containing the car have been emptied out and the contents checked. The cooling fans, wiper motor and heater box have been stripped in order to have the housings powder coated. Tthe fuel tank is in for dipping and subsequent sealing.
The car has been further stripped now that the storage boxes containing the car have been emptied out and the contents checked. The cooling fans, wiper motor and heater box have been stripped in order to have the housings powder coated. Tthe fuel tank is in for dipping and subsequent sealing.
22nd February 2016
Leon has been focussed on checking we have all the parts ready for the return of the tub. This meant stripping the front hubs and the propshaft. The gearbox is stripped and some slight wear has been found but nothing serious. Just waiting for the report back.
Leon has been focussed on checking we have all the parts ready for the return of the tub. This meant stripping the front hubs and the propshaft. The gearbox is stripped and some slight wear has been found but nothing serious. Just waiting for the report back.
16th February 2016
The car now has the rear bumper fitted in order to get it fitting better than new (we can then re-fit it using a smaller rubber). The bootlid also requires some minor work just to improve the original factory fit.
The car now has the rear bumper fitted in order to get it fitting better than new (we can then re-fit it using a smaller rubber). The bootlid also requires some minor work just to improve the original factory fit.
19th January 2016
The doors and bootlid are now fitted. We spent a long day building the bonnet up after Phil had painted the underneath in the final colour of Opalescent Dark Blue. Looks great. Note that the headlight diaphragms are non standard - we are fitting covered headlights. Will look stunning.
The doors and bootlid are now fitted. We spent a long day building the bonnet up after Phil had painted the underneath in the final colour of Opalescent Dark Blue. Looks great. Note that the headlight diaphragms are non standard - we are fitting covered headlights. Will look stunning.
12th January 2016
Only the LHS footwell needs welding in position now (couldn't get any more photos due to it being on the jig and inaccessible). The one photo we did take was of the repair to the RHS forward radius arm mounting. We will be bolting the bonnet together next week.
Only the LHS footwell needs welding in position now (couldn't get any more photos due to it being on the jig and inaccessible). The one photo we did take was of the repair to the RHS forward radius arm mounting. We will be bolting the bonnet together next week.
23rd December 2015
The car is now mounted on the rebuild jig we have the rust exposed at the end of the sill, the RHS rear quarter panel chopped out, LHS footwel removed, new spare wheel well fitted and the side repeater welded up on the LHS rear quarter.
The car is now mounted on the rebuild jig we have the rust exposed at the end of the sill, the RHS rear quarter panel chopped out, LHS footwel removed, new spare wheel well fitted and the side repeater welded up on the LHS rear quarter.
3rd December 2015
FINALLY, we have this project under way in the paintshop. The panels are ordered that need replacing but the tub is remarkable solid with only a footwell, sill and lower quarter panel to be replaced. The car will be repainted in Opalescent Dark Blue so will look fantastic.
FINALLY, we have this project under way in the paintshop. The panels are ordered that need replacing but the tub is remarkable solid with only a footwell, sill and lower quarter panel to be replaced. The car will be repainted in Opalescent Dark Blue so will look fantastic.
13th July 2015
Finally, we have now stripped the components down ready for delivery to the platers and powder coaters in the morning.
Finally, we have now stripped the components down ready for delivery to the platers and powder coaters in the morning.
29th April 2015
We now have the body shell back from the blasters. A really solid looking tub so much relief all round! The bonnet under tray shows some perforations in the flanges (this is because the factory bolted the bonnet panels together without any paint in between the flanges and if any moisture got in, they rotted very quickly.
The floors need minimal work with the only panel to be replaced the LHS footwell. The bootfloor is solid along with the doors.
Finally, the engine is back from the reconditioners. Looks fantastic!
We now have the body shell back from the blasters. A really solid looking tub so much relief all round! The bonnet under tray shows some perforations in the flanges (this is because the factory bolted the bonnet panels together without any paint in between the flanges and if any moisture got in, they rotted very quickly.
The floors need minimal work with the only panel to be replaced the LHS footwell. The bootfloor is solid along with the doors.
Finally, the engine is back from the reconditioners. Looks fantastic!
10th March 2015
The car is now in the paintshop and that should be blasted this week so we will be able to see what we are dealing with. (We media blast the cockpit and floors and chemically strip the tub).
The car is now in the paintshop and that should be blasted this week so we will be able to see what we are dealing with. (We media blast the cockpit and floors and chemically strip the tub).
5th March 2015
The bonnet is now fully stripped ready for delivery to the paintshop where everything is stripped back to bare metal prior to assessment.
The bonnet is now fully stripped ready for delivery to the paintshop where everything is stripped back to bare metal prior to assessment.
2nd March 2015
We will be moving the car into the paintshop on Friday this week when we collect the newly painted White FHC. Meanwhile, we have begun stripping down the bonnet in preparation for stripping and repair work.
We will be moving the car into the paintshop on Friday this week when we collect the newly painted White FHC. Meanwhile, we have begun stripping down the bonnet in preparation for stripping and repair work.
26th January 2015
Busy last couple of days stripping heavy components. We started by removing the engine and gearbox last Thursday and having split the gearbox from the engine, delivered it to the engine rebuilders. Next job was to take the engine frames off the car and continue stripping down the tub. Saturday saw Stephen getting to grips with removing the rear wheels, prop shaft and handbrake cable ready for Murray and I to crack on with the rear suspension removal today.
The one area of concern for us was getting the front radius arm mounts detached from the car. A little bit of heat soon sorted out that and they both popped off beautifully. With the tub now stripped, a quick call to a chum with a flat bed trailer and a forklift, saw us moving all these major components up to the new workshop where we have to wait for the paintshop to make some space. Now the strip down is complete, we can look at getting some of the smaller jobs completed on various customer cars.
Busy last couple of days stripping heavy components. We started by removing the engine and gearbox last Thursday and having split the gearbox from the engine, delivered it to the engine rebuilders. Next job was to take the engine frames off the car and continue stripping down the tub. Saturday saw Stephen getting to grips with removing the rear wheels, prop shaft and handbrake cable ready for Murray and I to crack on with the rear suspension removal today.
The one area of concern for us was getting the front radius arm mounts detached from the car. A little bit of heat soon sorted out that and they both popped off beautifully. With the tub now stripped, a quick call to a chum with a flat bed trailer and a forklift, saw us moving all these major components up to the new workshop where we have to wait for the paintshop to make some space. Now the strip down is complete, we can look at getting some of the smaller jobs completed on various customer cars.
22nd January 2015
Engine and gearbox are now out and the engine is ready for delivery to the rebuilders in the morning. Front suspension all off along with the picture and bonnet support frames. The bottom of the picture frame is remarkably straight!
Engine and gearbox are now out and the engine is ready for delivery to the rebuilders in the morning. Front suspension all off along with the picture and bonnet support frames. The bottom of the picture frame is remarkably straight!
21st January 2015
Now on the ramp and the front suspension is being stripped. The anti roll bar, stub axles and upper wishbones have all been removed and will be sent away to start the restoration process.
We were baffled to see that someone had written on the underneath of the engine 'No Oil'. Hmmmm, when would that be seen then!
The fuel tank was drained and the sump removed. Note the amount of crud that had accumulated over the years. No problem though as the tank will be taken over for dipping, powder coating and finally re-sealing with POR.
Now on the ramp and the front suspension is being stripped. The anti roll bar, stub axles and upper wishbones have all been removed and will be sent away to start the restoration process.
We were baffled to see that someone had written on the underneath of the engine 'No Oil'. Hmmmm, when would that be seen then!
The fuel tank was drained and the sump removed. Note the amount of crud that had accumulated over the years. No problem though as the tank will be taken over for dipping, powder coating and finally re-sealing with POR.
20th January 2015
The car is now stripped of all ancillaries and now we only have the front suspension, drivetrain and rear axle to remove.
The car is now stripped of all ancillaries and now we only have the front suspension, drivetrain and rear axle to remove.
14th January 2015
Murray was busy reducing the car down to a bare shell and we are just about ready to remove the engine so we will set about getting it on the ramp in the next few days.
Murray was busy reducing the car down to a bare shell and we are just about ready to remove the engine so we will set about getting it on the ramp in the next few days.
12th January 2015
Still being methodically stripped with the radiator, radiator shield, expansion tank etc now removed. Won't be long now until we start the engine removal.
Still being methodically stripped with the radiator, radiator shield, expansion tank etc now removed. Won't be long now until we start the engine removal.
8th January 2015
Lots of components stripped and catalogued. It is looking quite bare now. Just waiting to get the Red OTS out of the workshop before we begin stripping out the engine and rear axle. With the gearbox now exposed, we can confirm it is a matching numbers car.
Lots of components stripped and catalogued. It is looking quite bare now. Just waiting to get the Red OTS out of the workshop before we begin stripping out the engine and rear axle. With the gearbox now exposed, we can confirm it is a matching numbers car.
5th January 2015
Look closely at the detail in photo 2 and you will see a key. That is where the factory placed the spare key when they delivered a car. The dealership remove it and give it to the customer. In this case, it was clearly overlooked. Good thing too in this case though, it was the wrong key! The factory got out of sync somehow and this key is one number later than the one that fits the ignition.
Look closely at the detail in photo 2 and you will see a key. That is where the factory placed the spare key when they delivered a car. The dealership remove it and give it to the customer. In this case, it was clearly overlooked. Good thing too in this case though, it was the wrong key! The factory got out of sync somehow and this key is one number later than the one that fits the ignition.
30th December 2014
Dashboards stripped out. Interesting to note that there is a piece of U shaped plastic trim affixed to the body near to where the Headlight Dip Switch wiring runs. This is very close and the factory obviously decided that the wires could chafe against the body. Never seen this before!
Dashboards stripped out. Interesting to note that there is a piece of U shaped plastic trim affixed to the body near to where the Headlight Dip Switch wiring runs. This is very close and the factory obviously decided that the wires could chafe against the body. Never seen this before!
22nd December 2014
The strip down continues and it is good to see that all the brass washers are intact on the hoodframe. The rear tub is in good condition and we now know the extent of the rust. Just a small patch in the rear floor, a new LHS footwell will be required, new RHS sill and a small amount of rust in the LHS front wing. Thankfully, nothing too serious.
The strip down continues and it is good to see that all the brass washers are intact on the hoodframe. The rear tub is in good condition and we now know the extent of the rust. Just a small patch in the rear floor, a new LHS footwell will be required, new RHS sill and a small amount of rust in the LHS front wing. Thankfully, nothing too serious.
19th December 2014
Still being stripped and we are pleased, so far, with the condition of the tub.
Still being stripped and we are pleased, so far, with the condition of the tub.
17th December 2014
More work on the new Primrose OTS today with most of the bonnet stripped out and both doors dismantled. All good so far just a small bit of rust in one of the bonnet diaphragms to deal with. Good to see the factory markings on the headlight scoop proving it is the original bonnet.
More work on the new Primrose OTS today with most of the bonnet stripped out and both doors dismantled. All good so far just a small bit of rust in one of the bonnet diaphragms to deal with. Good to see the factory markings on the headlight scoop proving it is the original bonnet.
10th December 2014
This complete original car with the only rust we can find on the rear quarter panel and the LHS bonnet wing lower. Some minor dents to deal with as we go but a good car to be getting on with. We will start the strip down tomorrow.
This complete original car with the only rust we can find on the rear quarter panel and the LHS bonnet wing lower. Some minor dents to deal with as we go but a good car to be getting on with. We will start the strip down tomorrow.
