One Step At A Time:
My main priority for today was to get the rear spring fitted and the wheels back on.
It took absolutely ages to line up all four studs and get them fixed back into position.
Then the spring could be reattached to the hubs.
Before the wheels went back on loosely.
They were then tightened up after the car was jacked up, wooden blocks removed & then car lowered back down.
The only repair work I did today was to bash the dented boot floor roughly back into shape with a lump hammer.
This definitely made a difference, as the gap underneath has closed up quite a bit.
Then it was time to head out for a short drive to help settle the suspension.
I didn't get far before 3 of my 5 gauges were all steamed up.
But at least the car seemed to be running OK, although I can't decide if the exhaust sounds different.
I made one stop for some photos to get a basic idea of how the back end now looks.
But my plan is to take it out for a longer spin another day, before re-tightening the spring bolts and fitting the
Frankenlid cover.
Then I will go back to the Sainsburys' car park with my tape measure to check the new heights properly.
There was just time for a quick photo next to a
Figaro.
Before heading home and putting the covers back on.
Until next time, take care, Paul.
