4th #JaguarSGC done and dusted. Still reeling from last years frantic experience, once again left everything to the last minute. Only managed to swap out cylinder head on Monday, rewired (more or less) the dashboard, fitted seats, rechromed lights & surrounds, before realizing the license had expired… Lovely roadtrip to knysna via R62, abruptly halted … Read more
Scalino returned from blasting today. First sight was a bit of a shock revealing a lot more work and rust than originally visible. However, the important structural parts look very good. Suspension components have also had a makeover and look great. Let the hard work begin! [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”76″ gal_title=”Scalino Blasted”]
[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”24″ gal_title=”Jaguar Simola Hill Climb, Knysna, 2017″] Well, that did not go to plan, but thats racing as they say!!! At least I had a blast, experienced race pressure at a very high level with some of the best drivers in the country and had the privledge of sharing my pitts with some really … Read more
[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”23″ gal_title=”Hill Climb Departure”] The day has arrived, Ready To Race, or not! And not without the last minute problems… Started blowing fuses on Monday, but had to leave for KTM Conference before finding the short. Returned last night and managed to source the cause of the problem to the starter button! #fixed Quick … Read more
[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”22″ gal_title=”Testing”] It feels like a gazillion hours since my last post, yet there is still so much to do! I think I am operating on California time I have had so little sleep. #neverfeltmorealive This time next week, I will be sipping on a well deserved beer watching The King of the Hill … Read more
[Best_Wordpress_Gallery id=”21″ gal_title=”4 Long Days”] Well, after 4 continuous days of splicing wires, cleaning parts, mocking up the engine bay & dash, I have a new found respect for mechanics, electricians, their skills, tools and foresight !!! Fabrication is not for sissies and I use the term, fabrication, lightly. I want to replace my original … Read more