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Bristol 408

Restoration

In this blog I will share my experiences during restoration of my Bristol 408. The car has been in bits and pieces for many years. Engine, gearbox and rear axle are rebuilt earlier. The journey begins with preparation of the body and chassis before the car is going to the panel beater.

Window regulator

Doors Posted by P BlomquistPosted on 08 Mar, 2010 22:36:13



Locks

Doors Posted by P BlomquistPosted on 08 Mar, 2010 22:29:05



Separation 3. Front end.

Dismantle of body and chassi Posted by P BlomquistPosted on 08 Mar, 2010 22:24:12

I had unfolded the rear end of the front wings from the A-post earlier. The folded edge at the air intake had I decided to leave until the bonnet frame were disassembled.

The picture shows the rivets at the sides of the bonnet frame. The rear rivets, towards the bonnet hinges, are steeel. The frame is also rivetet to the bulkhead and welded to the front crossmember.

The bonnet frame and the electrical equipment to an old elevator. Note that the rear parts of the wings and the scuttle are still in place.