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I've rarely had trouble getting bearings in NZ from a proper supplier.

How about a 6? https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/motors/car-parts-accessories/vintage-parts/engines/listing/2790961753

That's pretty cool. Way better than the turbo 3.8 van I've seen around.

It's in my 51 Ford, so I guess whatever that is. Also acquired this today, was running earlier in the week. Hopefully it is Merc size - came from a Merc and has 8CM heads. /life in the slow lane /old old school

I need some flathead schooling.

Is it done?

Will he also perform VG's 'duties'

The upper tailgate unbolted easily, but contained a disturbing amount of rust flakes I stripped the garnish mouldings and glass out. Looked pretty manky.

Looks like it's all go @Mourning Cupcake

Paint change looks good, even for a mechanic.

I've brushed it quite a bit on repairs. Less cleanup that using a spray gun.

Its only a Booack at then end of the day.

Putting some paint on first shouldn't hurt.

It's pretty dark by 7pm still.

Have you considered doing a @chris r and whacking a stromberg BXV-2 on it /ling

Resorted to some dremel butchery. Saved some $$$ in labour.

Had a go with side cutters but they seem pretty hard. Could risk a cutoff disc I suppose.

Winner, thanks Rogee! Modern vehicles are so flash. Now, any tips on removing aluminium valve caps that have been soaked in sea water? I think I'll have to get new valves fitted to all 4 wheels.

Oh yeah, that's a key slot. I thought it was a name or something. I don't have the key so will resort to brute force/grinder

Any tips on how to remove this wheel nut lock? Outer shell just spins. No tool in the car that I can find.

Bxv-2 for life!