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THAT LOOKS LIKE PINK GRIP TO ME ...Its widely available in Screwfix type outlets ...I use a variety of different ones , again 'borrowed' from the building trade as its does the same job as the Automotive stuff but about a third of the price ...

Thank you vey much for your reply Gary. Formosa you have built for Alex looks fantastic btw. Good luck with building the long nose one.

Thx ..very pleased with the results ...keep posting updates on your build ...The Miglia's have the potential to be very pretty cars ..

deni There's lots of different bonding agent on the market and each person will support one or the other.
Personally I to use various bonding agent for various jobs but mainly these three.



The Bonding paste is really good stuff and make a strong ridged joint but needs to be mixed with eather catalyst or hardener so can be messy.

The "Stixall" is a very good silicon adhesive and remains flexible so is ideal for fixing down fuel tanks and windscreen but at around £6 per tube it's not cheap.

At just over £2 per tube "Pinkgrip" it a inexpensive filler/adhesive that is easy to use, takes a while to set, holds well but it's not flexible, also it's self life once opened is short.

I like the Stixall as well ...I think I pay about £4 something locally , but I have had an account with the same firm for over 20 years ...
even at £6 its still cheaper than Sikkoflex and Tiger seal and they come in smaller tubes .....

There are a couple of sikka products around the £6 mark too ..

Boot lid fits nicely.



I used the original Triumph Spitfire fuel cap and original Triumph Herald boot hinges



The standard Triumph Herald hinges fit the body profile perfectly allowing the boot to open smoothly.



The next big issue is the dash lay-out.

Nice!

micky1mo-Thank you very much for the info on adhesives, very helpful.

Gary- thank you too for additional info, much appreciated.

Ooh the joys of making a loom





Should be ready for a test run in the morning.

I think Stixall is Polyurethane, which is quite different to silicone (although it looks similar)

Finished off the rear lighting.



Their all there STOP, TAIL, INDICATORS, FOG, REVERSE

I am keeping the front light set-up fairly standard



I will replace the front and rear number plates with stick-on period "show only", plates after the MOT is passed .

A standard Ford Cortina radiator fitted nicely between the chassis rails and bolted to the chassis cross member.
The lower coolant hose route took a little effort to work-out but the top hose was a simple fit.
I will fit some upper supporting brackets later



After switching a few crossed wires every thing tested OK so I'll try and fire it up in the morning.

Mike - Looks like you could have this finished and painted just as Spring arrives.

Good luck, Paul.

With a little luck I should have it finished, painted and sold BEFORE spring arrives .

I actually got to moved the car around under it's own power this weekend.
I found the engine is in desperate need of a tune-up and the brakes need some attention but it's getting there.



I did find it hard to get out of the car due to it not having the "lump" across the floor that a Herald has so I'll have to fabricate something to help.

The new wind screen surround was not as serviceable as I first thought ( it tends to twist the Perspex screen out of shape), I decided to re-make it .

I first re-cut the screen pattern on some sheet and fixed it in position.



The block of wood is helping keep the screen panel a uniform shape and curve.

I then filled in the small cap along the bottom edge and sanded the area smooth.



Coated the area with PVA mould release.



Followed by a good layer Gel coat.



And finally a good thick lay-up of fiberglass.



All left to dry over night.

Build is coming on well I do like the Alph shape without speedster hump.

I fitted the production windscreen with-out the new surround just to confirm it did fit.




To my surprise the screen fits so well with just a little trimming and a few bracket the fiberglass surround could be an option. .





I just need to bed-in the brakes and it's ready for MOT.

Still waiting for a clear workshop and a dry day to road test this car.

The new wind screen surround worked out well.

Hi micky1mo,

How thick is the screen sheet and what do you use to cut it please?
Also, how high it is please?

Cheers, Deni.

All my screens come pre-cut from Chris at Tribute Automotive so you'll have to contact him for the spec.
This screen is to high so will be trimmed down to suit at a later date.
I'll use a thin cutting disc on a 4" grinder to trim and shape it.

Thanks for the info.

Cheers,D

It passed the MOT today but I met with a very angry MOT tester!!!

Angry at the fact he couldn't get out of the car with-out some help, much to the enjoyment of his fellow workers!!!

Mike - Congratulations on the MOT pass.

The problems your MOT guy had are why the MOT place I go to insists that I do the driving onto the ramps and the brake rollers.

Good luck, Paul.

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