I have two 1974 2500-Ms. I was driving one and bought the other for a
parts car. It turned out to have plenty of parts but none that were needed
for my first car.
I too was in the process of a complete frame off but got side tracked for
over a year. It apears that it may be quite a while before I get started
again.
I followed fellow list member Marcus Tooze idea about the Griffen
radiator. In my case I felt like there was not enough clearance and as a
result sent the radiator back to Griffin where they removed the filler neck
as well as put in a drain petcock. It looks like a perfect fit now.
I bought a Painless wiring set up as well. We put in a Fuel Safe cell due
to rust and concerns about wrecks.
The only mistake that I made was when I shipped out all of my hydraulic
parts to be sleeved. I used a well known restoration company. They have
made good every time I sent componants back. At this time I have returned
all parts at least 3 times. I recomend that you update to better brakes and
forget the restoration services.
Skip Elliott
1974 2500-M
1974 2500-M
1987 Civic SI (Integra Twin Cam)
1997 Civic EX
1995 GMC Sonoma
----- Original Message -----
From: Mark A. Davis <madmd@ix.netcom.com>
To: <tvr@autox.team.net>
Sent: Saturday, February 05, 2000 3:04 PM
Subject: Re: New to TVR list, sorta
> Hi all,
> I know this is a low volume list, but I only see one or two postings every
> week or two. Soeone out there must have something to say obout their TVR.
> I'm working on a complete restoration of a 1974 2500M. Frame and
> suspension is completely done. Motor is ready to put back in the frame,
> but the tranny is being rebuilt. Waiting for some syncros to be delivered
> before that will be completed. (triple webers, hot cam, overdrive on
> tranny).
> Body has been repainted. Needs to be rewired. Have universal Painless
> Wiring harness to go in (12 circuits).
> Any one else doing something similar? Looking for some help in deciding
> what to do with the radiator. Considering an aluminum replacement for the
> original.
> Ant comments?
> TIA,
> Mark
>
> Mark A. Davis
> 1974 TVR 2500M
> 1983 VW GTI
> 1989 CRX Si
> 1987 PORSCHE 911 Cab
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