My new project - 1965 Morris Cooper S - HOY 500D
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Re: My new project - 1965 Morris Cooper S - HOY 500D
Well done Andrew.
Stunning restoration. I am so glad you have taken it out for a spin after so much hard work.
That feeling is indescribable.
Chris.
Stunning restoration. I am so glad you have taken it out for a spin after so much hard work.
That feeling is indescribable.
Chris.
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Re: My new project - 1965 Morris Cooper S - HOY 500D
hi andy
is the next one simular to hoy or much easier what ever it is it will be a great job in the end
cheers roger mcnab
is the next one simular to hoy or much easier what ever it is it will be a great job in the end
cheers roger mcnab
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Looks fantastic Andrew.
Surely it’s time to do a Mk3?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/124841882419 ... SwM~JhDaTI
Surely it’s time to do a Mk3?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/124841882419 ... SwM~JhDaTI
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Thanks Stevesteve1071 wrote: ↑Sun Aug 08, 2021 8:51 pm Looks fantastic Andrew.
Surely it’s time to do a Mk3?
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/124841882419 ... SwM~JhDaTI
The only place that registration is going to appear on is on a post 1981 Mini
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hi
i bet it would cost a bundle to post that even in 2 parcels the postie would get a hernia just looking at it
i wonder if anyone took it seriously it is certianly ? a project that would take some thought
and a few panels and some rolls of mig wire
cheers roger mcnab
i bet it would cost a bundle to post that even in 2 parcels the postie would get a hernia just looking at it
i wonder if anyone took it seriously it is certianly ? a project that would take some thought
and a few panels and some rolls of mig wire
cheers roger mcnab
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Re: My new project - 1965 Morris Cooper S - HOY 500D
Well the mammoth project has more or less come to an end, somewhat quicker than I originally anticipated. Covid did have its advantages for me in that I was working 4 on 4 off for a few months last year which gave me much more time to work on it and 17 weeks furlough this year also sped up proceedings.
Only a few small jobs to do now .. door kick plates once I find some very good useable originals, door pocket bottom liners, one sun visor and rear view mirror (on its way soon). Also the speedo to sort out.
Will also be fitting the Speedwell rear ARB shortly, more because it was on the car when bought than for any effectiveness. I've made new drop links and modified some Mazda MX5 rear ARB clamps/bushes to suit the original clamp hole centres.
As always there are areas that I could have improved on, some I knew about and some were too late by the time I noticed them but overall I am very happy with how it has come out, especially considering where it was done.
So, here are some pics of the finished car. Hopefully I will bring it to either Blyton or Beaulieu at some point, once I have bought a trailer ... yeah, I know I should drive it ...
Rather fittingly the interior pictures show off my Gordon Spice steering wheel .. RIP Gordon
I'd like to thank EVERYONE who has helped me on this project, be it restoration or technical advice, supply of parts, both NOS and used. Also for the remanufactured items by some of our really talented members. Too many people to list but you all know who you are
Only a few small jobs to do now .. door kick plates once I find some very good useable originals, door pocket bottom liners, one sun visor and rear view mirror (on its way soon). Also the speedo to sort out.
Will also be fitting the Speedwell rear ARB shortly, more because it was on the car when bought than for any effectiveness. I've made new drop links and modified some Mazda MX5 rear ARB clamps/bushes to suit the original clamp hole centres.
As always there are areas that I could have improved on, some I knew about and some were too late by the time I noticed them but overall I am very happy with how it has come out, especially considering where it was done.
So, here are some pics of the finished car. Hopefully I will bring it to either Blyton or Beaulieu at some point, once I have bought a trailer ... yeah, I know I should drive it ...
Rather fittingly the interior pictures show off my Gordon Spice steering wheel .. RIP Gordon
I'd like to thank EVERYONE who has helped me on this project, be it restoration or technical advice, supply of parts, both NOS and used. Also for the remanufactured items by some of our really talented members. Too many people to list but you all know who you are
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More pics ..
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Re: My new project - 1965 Morris Cooper S - HOY 500D
well done andrew, its a credit to you! lovely job.
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Very nice, what an effort from start to finish!
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A set of Cannon mats will go nicely in there.. looks amazing Andrew.
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Re: My new project - 1965 Morris Cooper S - HOY 500D
Funny you should say that … set of grey on order from Mark
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Grey..yes great choiceAndrew1967 wrote: ↑Sat Sep 11, 2021 9:26 pmFunny you should say that … set of grey on order from Mark
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hi
well that is one small garage not much elbow room great job considering the work space also not many places to loose things
cheers roger mcnab
well that is one small garage not much elbow room great job considering the work space also not many places to loose things
cheers roger mcnab
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looks lovely Andrew , can't wait to see in the flesh
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Well that'll be that then... now what do we all look forward to
Really does look good! well done!
Really does look good! well done!
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What a fantastic car Andrew. I hope to see it one day.
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An extraordinary transformation Andrew. Great credit to you. It looks fantastic and I do hope that you'll enjoy driving it