Paul J Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 (edited) This TR5 project came my way in late January 2020, it was quite unexpected as I had given up all thoughts of having ownership of a 5 due to the ever increasing value and their scarcity. Sold my TR4A and TR6 and acquired UHD214F which had been a stalled project from late 80's residing in Worcester. Covid lockdown gave me the excuse to almost live in my workshop and garage, there was much to do though the chassis had been renewed in 1990 with new suspension bushes etc, all had perished and needed replacing, there were no B posts, all paint had been removed which had given its rat like look. Engine was seized and with a 4lb hammer the pistons eventually moved. All now rebuilt and today it was back on the same ramp as when I had first view it for its first MOT for 30+ years, quite a moment. I was often reminded of Johnny Cash singing "that old 57 Chevrolet" because there were so many missing parts the postman and courier drivers delivered it all through the lockdown to West Cornwall so many thanks to them and many others inc Conrad for his parts, Stuart, Chris and Julian for their intensive knowledge of these cars which they were always will to share. Now to enjoy Paul Apologies Rich I had omitted my thanks for the gearbox, dash etc, all A1 service thanks Edited October 20, 2020 by Paul J Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BRINDUS44 Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 Hi Paul congrats on finishing the car ( for now !) Now enjoy it. Regards Ian Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 Well done Paul. looking good mate. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
brenda Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 Well done Paul that looks fantastic looks good with the red top. Hopefully you can get out and enjoy as you think of your next project. Mike Redrose Group Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gary Flinn Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 Congratulations, the car looks absolutely stunning! I like the Contrasting colour of the Surrey Top and Interior, MGF or MX5 Seats? Regards Gary Quote Link to post Share on other sites
openroad Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 Paul old chap, what a great looking car , and what a great effort to start and to finish her. Covid isn't great at all, but many people has got off their arses and done great things. Yours being one of them !! All the best, Conrad. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paul J Posted October 20, 2020 Author Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 21 minutes ago, Gary Flinn said: Congratulations, the car looks absolutely stunning! I like the Contrasting colour of the Surrey Top and Interior, MGF or MX5 Seats? Regards Gary They are MX5 seats Gary had them re-upholstered locally in a cherry red leather. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Harbottle Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 Welcome to TR5 ownership. A great looking addition and no mistake. Well done Paul Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dave I O W Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 A beautiful car Paul well done! now enjoy it, All the best Dave. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tim T Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 Blimey! 10 months to do all that. Has taken me 3 years so far and still not there. Looks lovely. Well done. Tim Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tim T Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 ... by the way Paul, did your Autosparks loom come with ammeter or voltmeter wiring in the end and what did you do? Additional wiring for the ammeter or convert the ammeter to voltmeter? Atb Tim Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paul J Posted October 20, 2020 Author Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 16 minutes ago, Tim T said: ... by the way Paul, did your Autosparks loom come with ammeter or voltmeter wiring in the end and what did you do? Additional wiring for the ammeter or convert the ammeter to voltmeter? Atb Tim Hi Tim I fitted a Smiths voltmeter with additional wire. Not easy to get exactly what you need from Autosparks, this was the 3rd loom I’ve had from them and I have yet to get it right. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tim T Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 I have to say that mine was perfect apart from the ammeter issue! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Waldi Posted October 20, 2020 Report Share Posted October 20, 2020 Very impressive Paul, congratulations, I envey you! Cheers, Waldi Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tyler10 Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 Paul hi, That looks superb. Congrats. Who did your paint job. The contrast roof has me thinking BR Tyler Quote Link to post Share on other sites
iain Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 Nice work Paul, well done Iain Quote Link to post Share on other sites
modelbuilder Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 (edited) Having seen the car, I can confirm that it is stunning! Unbelievable achievement in such a short time. Some people have a very understanding wife. Rodders. Edited October 21, 2020 by modelbuilder Correction of grammar. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paul J Posted October 21, 2020 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 (edited) 30 minutes ago, modelbuilder said: Having seen the car, I can confirm that it is stunning! Unbelievable achievement in such a short time. Some people have very understanding wives! Rodders. I did get Jill a puppy in February Rodney very wise move on my part, not so wise now though the hairs on my black carpet are becoming a fixture, as soon as I turn the key the puppy is waiting to get in. Edited October 21, 2020 by Paul J Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 59 minutes ago, Paul J said: I did get Jill a puppy in February Rodney very wise move on my part, not so wise now though the hairs on my black carpet are becoming a fixture, as soon as I turn the key the puppy is waiting to get in. Welcome to my world! Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SeanF Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 Beautiful car Paul. Well done. Sean Quote Link to post Share on other sites
roy53 Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 Nice save Paul now enjoy Roy Quote Link to post Share on other sites
silverfox4 Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 absolutely brilliant and more so given the short time frame! who did that lovely custom covered H-bracket an shift gaiter? Alf Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Paul J Posted October 21, 2020 Author Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 8 minutes ago, silverfox4 said: absolutely brilliant and more so given the short time frame! who did that lovely custom covered H-bracket an shift gaiter? Alf A local upholsterer he also did the seats. Based at Hayle Cornwall. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Dave McDonald Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 On 10/20/2020 at 6:53 PM, Tim T said: Blimey! 10 months to do all that. Has taken me 3 years so far and still not there. Looks lovely. Well done. Tim I'm approximately 13 months into my restoration and haven't even got it to the paint shop yet. A 10 month restoration, particularly with such a stunning looking end result, is remarkable. Well done Paul. Enjoy it now. Dave McD Quote Link to post Share on other sites
silverfox4 Posted October 21, 2020 Report Share Posted October 21, 2020 Thanks Paul It would almost be worthwhile to send my H-frame across the pond to get a quality leather or vinyl covering like that... Alf Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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