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bigt80
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 05 Sep 2010 : 11:10:18
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Originally posted by Hanley
Hi David,
This has already cost me a new bathroom, so I wont be getting bored for long time yet. There is loads of history with the car ( supporting that it was owned by a loving owner. Over the next few weeks I'll be scanning and uploading to the site as it really is quite an interesting lifetime.
Oh, also just found out that the wings a worth saving!
Yes, looks to be a goody. Not much past info about it in our club history. Chap who owned it for years couldn't have been a club member. Previous chap was, but looks like he did not have it for long. Welcome to the forum btw & hope people can help you out as you progress with your tidying up of the old girl  . G. |
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Hanley
United Kingdom
126 Posts |
Posted - 30 Aug 2010 : 17:23:11
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Hi David,
This has already cost me a new bathroom, so I wont be getting bored for long time yet. There is loads of history with the car ( supporting that it was owned by a loving owner. Over the next few weeks I'll be scanning and uploading to the site as it really is quite an interesting lifetime.
Oh, also just found out that the wings a worth saving!
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Holbay120
United Kingdom
177 Posts |
Posted - 28 Aug 2010 : 14:58:00
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Hello Paul, just to say congratulations on your purchase and I'm glad she's solid underneath - I hope you get as much pleasure from her as we do from ours, I remember an in depth advert for this car a couple of years ago and I don't think you'll find much filler as it would appear she was treasured for years by someone whom I believe is no sadly longer with us, I hope the novelty doesn't wear off as it seems to have done with the last couple of owners
Best Regards
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Hanley
United Kingdom
126 Posts |
Posted - 26 Aug 2010 : 14:43:33
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Brilliant News, Just got it off the ramps and it is really solid, just need to get some fresh Waxoyle on. The old chap whose ramp I used ( normally miserable as sin) was like a kid on Christmas Day,he was raving about the old Rapiers and how they don't build them like they used to!
Anyway best go do some work.... |
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Hanley
United Kingdom
126 Posts |
Posted - 26 Aug 2010 : 12:14:52
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Hi 1922, Sound like a a good idea.
Probably going to run it as a daily drive until the winter then pull off the road in the winter.
Thanks
Paul |
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1922
United Kingdom
549 Posts |
Posted - 25 Aug 2010 : 23:05:05
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Hi Hanley,
Front wings always rot on the spot welded joint a couple of inches in front of the door (a mud trap) and the pointy bit at the front (also a mud trap), they are often sound elsewhere.
As far as I know the only front wings you can buy are hand made and judging by a friends experience will need a certain amount of 'adjustment' to fit properly.
My advice would be to repair the originals and fabricate some plastic or fibreglass liners (like a modern car) to keep the mud out in the future.
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Hanley
United Kingdom
126 Posts |
Posted - 25 Aug 2010 : 21:08:46
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Probably wrong section but picked the rapier up today...1oo miles in pouring rain and didn't miss a beat
Up on the ramps tomorrow for a good look and poke around.
Interior is excellent apart from slight tear on drivers seat and three cracks on dashboard also will need new seat belts as some point.
Exterior as expected, will require front wings or part panel, bit of bubbling on door and a ding in the roof (minor) I am sure there will be a few pounds of filler and worse lurking but so far so good
All MOT's ever, loads of bills including a lifetime guarantee on the exhaust fitted in 1976 
Chuffed to bits! |
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Holbay120
United Kingdom
177 Posts |
Posted - 25 Aug 2010 : 14:30:32
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Dunno but it's issue 163
David McKenna |
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Jon
United Kingdom
221 Posts |
Posted - 24 Aug 2010 : 14:41:12
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Ive got may the 1st with a buying power article??
Is it this one?
Hillman Avenger MK1 GT,
Commer PB Pick-Up x2,
Commer PB Panel Van,
Dodge spaceavn Auto sleeper,
Triumph Stag MK1,
Chevette HS x2,
Lancia Delta Integrale,
Fiat Mk1 Uno Turbo, |
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Holbay120
United Kingdom
177 Posts |
Posted - 23 Aug 2010 : 22:33:03
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Hi. I'd just like to add that just last may's classic's monthly did a feature comparing a MGB V8 a 3 litre Crapi and an H120 and the Rapier came out on top overall!, I've seen the article on the internet but it's not available as a back issue and I've been trying to get one but without any luck so far
Regards
David McKenna |
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JPSH120
United Kingdom
1180 Posts |
Posted - 23 Aug 2010 : 22:04:07
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No problem, always happy to help if I can. PC website is worth a look, they have a 'parts interchangeable guide' or pig for short. It shows all parts that can be used across makes and models, very useful.
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Hanley
United Kingdom
126 Posts |
Posted - 23 Aug 2010 : 21:51:00
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Wow thanks Jason, thats's excellent.
I like it round here! |
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JPSH120
United Kingdom
1180 Posts |
Posted - 23 Aug 2010 : 20:44:23
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All articles are listed on PC forum, but these are the main ones I think (all fastback related);
Alpine Fastback, Project Car Rolling Restoration:
Pt 1: Engine overhaul, p36 June 96.
Pt 2: Engine rebuild completed, p36 July 96.
Pt 3: Resuscitation begins, p72 Dec 96.
Pt 4: Front suspension, replacement struts, p84 Jan 97
Pt 5: Brake overhaul, p74 Feb 97.
Pt 6: Rustproofing, interior work and MoT, p70 Mar 97.
Pt 7: Conclusion and finishing touches, p88 Apr 97.
Alpine/Rapier (Fastback), Buying, p67 Oct 85.
Sunbeam Rapier and Alpine, Buyers Guide, p32 Jan 95.
Sunbeam Rapier/Alpine, Rootes Arrows Buyers Guide p142 Sept 98.
Sunbeam Rapier H120 v. Lotus-Cortina Mk 2, p73 June 88.
Sunbeam Rapier H120, Special feature - Group Test, p79 Feb 90.
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Hanley
United Kingdom
126 Posts |
Posted - 23 Aug 2010 : 19:37:00
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Yep, thought that may be the case
Thanks for the link, oh any idea which issue the fastback was in Practical classics recently ? ( I guess reading before buying woul dhave been a better idea) |
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JPSH120
United Kingdom
1180 Posts |
Posted - 23 Aug 2010 : 19:04:31
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Originally posted by Hanley
While I'm here any original front wings lurking around?
Oh that is a good one, I haven't laughed so hard in ages!!
Seriously, I expect someone somewhere has some original steel wings hidden away but I wouldn't like to guess how much they would be worth 
Your best bet is Alpine West Midlands who list a selection of repair sections for fastbacks or complete fibreglass wings for £80.
Here is a link to their website - http://www.sunbeam-alpine.co.uk/
Just look for the 'Fastback and Hunter' link which will eventually lead you to a parts brochure.
I have a copy of it if you get stuck and could send you the relevant pages.
Jason.
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Restoration Now Started!
