The updated parts (rear axle and front o/s stay) have been added. Existing paintwork has been rubbed down ready for a new coat, and repairing paint damage caused during moving the car about. After cleaning up, a new coat of paint has been applied. We shall be ready for the differential etc. which I understand has been delayed a bit by casting errors to be rectified. Dean of STW says: "Sorry about the delay. We have
had a problem with the diff castings as the casting company failed to put
the core central so we have them on the machine currently sorting them out. All
being well it [Kit 3] should be coming your way just after Easter. The good news is the
leaf springs are in which is another kit and they shouldn’t be far behind."
When the back axle and diff are added, it will be starting to get fairly heavy.
I have had some useful advice about making sure that lubrication is applied as assembly goes ahead:
- grease for all bearings, and gearbox oil for other parts which have to slide into place.
