Whilst the engine was out, the engine bay was resprayed and the ‘tinware’ powder coated  The piston rings were changed, as well as the push rod tubes. The inlet manifold was also changed. All gaskets and seals were renewed, as was the clutch (and wing nut). A new starter motor was also fitted, at this time.

   "since this work was completed the car has covered less than 1,500 miles."

Whilst the gearbox was away, other work was carried out including; repairs to the bottom of both doors and full repaint; the door cards were replaced and the original trim refitted; when reassembling the doors, the window lifter channels and scrapers and one quarter light catch were renewed; all window seals were replaced; the indicator switch was replaced with a new ‘model appropriate’ part; a radio blanking panel was painted and fitted (with chrome strip); the wheels were repainted in-house.

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​Throughout the year other new parts of been fitted including:

• Bosch battery
• Five new tyres
• Four chromed hub caps
• Rebuilt German Solex carburettor
• Fuel pump, pedestal, fuel line, filter and rod
• Oil pressure switch
• Distributor changed for a Petronix electronic ignition
• Coil (Petronix fitted)
• Plugs and leads
• Fan belt
• Axle boots
• Gear linkage coupling
• Front seat belts
• Electric screen washer, with non-return (original switch retained)
• Wiper arms and blades
• Wiring cover and securing nuts
• Gearstick boot
• Gear knob (with shift pattern) 
• Number plates 
• Engine lid seal
• Driver’s door mirror
• Interior light
• Both horn grilles 
• Tail lamp lenses
• Brake light switch
• Dashboard handle
• Pedal rubbers
• Oil filler cap seal

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WESTCOAST VW CORNWALL
The Barn
Fair view Farm
Callestick 
Perrranporth
CORNWALL
TR4 9LP