Finally, it’s been a long time in the making, but for the first time in many years, the Marina has brakes.
Tastes Like Petrol
I refurbished the rear drum brake setup today. I almost left it as is, but I’m glad I didn’t as it definitely needed stripping down.
Typically, being sat for 25 odd years, none of the hydraulics work. The clutch pedal is solid, and the brake pedal goes to the floor, and both do nothing to their respective components.
Progress on the Marina has been slow, but things are still happening in the background when funds and motivation allow.
Well, it’s been a little while in the making but the BMW is finally ready for its time in the spotlight.
Unfortunately, the time finally came; the TVR was moved onto a new owner.
One thing I love about buying old and neglected cars is getting all the electrics working again. The Marina is no different.
What more is there to say? It’s not even the weekend yet and already the achievement is unlocked.
Today has been the first real day of work on the Marina. I got some important prep work out of the way, and had a good look around under the car.
Here I was, Monday night, sitting watching a movie with my Wife when suddenly I get a text message… “I’ll deliver the Morris off tonight about 9:30”. A few days ahead of schedule, awesome!