jord294
Post #1
here it is guys. my new project 
one of only 20 odd mi16s registered in the uk at this moment in time
this turned out to be a far better car than i expected, when i went to view the car. it had been stood for 4 years outside. not a whiff of damp inside, and very straight bodywork.
i didn't test drive, but when the seller started the car, i couldn't believe how sweet the 16v sounded. i bought it with no brakes, and no steering.
3 days later, and the car was sitting on my driveway
when i eventually got to work on the car, i checked all brakelines to see any visible leaks, which there weren't. so cracked all the nipples and bled system. perfect
the car will have all new brakelines fitted as part of resto.the cooling pipe for steering had rusted away, so i fitted a short length of hose to the power steering return and filled up the reservoir. all good
after giving the car a once over, i realised to do this resto properly, a lot of new parts were needed. you name it, it'll more than likely have it!
first major job. replace these fuel lines
with new fuel pipe from peugeot
few pics of underneath
i noticed a rusty area around where brake flexi mounts on passenger side. so decided to cut out rot and weld in new solid piece, and weld back on the bracket. i then primed and covered with seam sealer
a few pics after removing brakes, subframe, struts. steering rack etc
subframe, wishbones and arb, have been sent away for powdercoating
i decided while access was good, i would remove the gearbox and give it a quick clean
i've already got a new clutch kit bought, and a new clutch cable on order
i have cambelt and waterpump to change, and also give the engine a general service.
new engine mounts will be fitted, and hopefully i can get hold of a nissens rad
i have bought so many genuine new parts, that i can't wait to get them fitted. i have new bumpers, which are in the loft. door seals, full exhaust system, chrome inserts, lights etc
90% of my parts have been sourced abroad, and i have someone else hopefully sourcing me a full leather interior
once the front end is back together, i will turn the car around, and get the fuel tank off and rear beam
all 5 wheels will get refurbed, and fitted with the correct size 195/55/15 tyres. thanks to graham for the decent set of tyres
will keep you all updated as progress continues
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Posted 5th Jun 2013 at 19:27
