new project chim resto

[Engineer1949]

as if i havent got enough going on just picked up a chim 400hc that is a one owner car but been stored in not ideal conditions this was my first view of the car when i went to collect it

https://goo.gl/photos/1yftfKQwzqSawsnU7

[Mr Plow]

Nice. Look forward the progress. Much to do?

[Classic Chim 13.111]

Excellent John. Is this going to be a normal car or are you planning upgrades/re designs

I can almost feel the cars relief that it's been released from its darkened life in that garage.

It's been waiting for you for some time then

All good things come to those who wait.

[Engineer1949]

one or two upgrades emerald for one get it in bits first

john

[Engineer1949]

some more pics of the car before and after cleaning


john

IMG_20170512_145428 by Brundall Motorsport, on Flickr

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[PhilH42]

Do like yellow on a Tvr.

[GR_TVR]

Does look nice.
Any plans for the chassis?

[Brithunter]

I simply love the Bright yellow!!!

Look forwards to seeing this blossom with your TLC!

[Hedgehopper]

John, I've always enjoyed your build projects and will be following this one as it unfolds.

That engine is horrendous. Was it stored outside with the bonnet open?

Did you manage to start the engine whilst in that condition? Lots of pics. please.

[Engineer1949]

it was stored in agarage but very damp and spider heaven havent started engine will try possibly once the interior is out.


john

[Engineer1949]

latest update wheels are off revealing very corroded wishbones perished brake pipes and very rusty chassis, also removed the seats and all the rotten carpet had to use the wet vac as quite a lot of water remaining in the footwells, ecu is a ball of ally oxide not sure what the insides like but emerald will fix that side of things, seats will clean up but drivers seat being partially under water has corroded through the foam seat sqab wire mesh support so will need attention but progress is being made.


john

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[Steve_D]

And I thought mine was a 'Project'.

Steve

[Engineer1949]

update for week so far, the body is now off and chassis in fabricating shop, top off engine to release the loom easily, roof off which was a nightmare all the fixings rusted badly so no chance of undoing, but all ready to strip the suspension out prior to shotblasting to really see what we have but although the outriggers are the worst i have seen rest looks ok, shocks are shot bounces for ages.


john


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Edited by Engineer1949 on Friday 2nd June 06:23

Edited by Engineer1949 on Friday 2nd June 06:25

[Oldred_V8S]

How can anyone allow a car to get into that condition?

[Jurgen Schmidt]

Great thread, thanks for posting, look forward to further updates. Good luck!

[lancepar]

John,

You have a PM, hope you have time to read it,

Lance

[Brithunter]

Oldred_V8S said:

How can anyone allow a car to get into that condition?

Easy I suspect .............................. just park in out of sight in a very damp place and leave to rot for several years. Just like they did.

You have your work cut out on this one it seems.

[Classic Chim]

This has to be the best thread ever.
Look at it. Johns just fantastic and boy will he need his skills on this one.
Massive admiration for this build John.

Nothing's behind repair

[Classic Chim]

Puts our slightly worn cars into perspective a bit

[Classic Chim]

I bet this is a completely new nut and bolt job, little choice else. It'll be mint in no time