Showing posts with label Californian. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Californian. Show all posts
Saturday, October 15, 2016
Hillman Californian gives up some secrets
The return of the 1967 Hillman Californian and by its own motive power was a good day for me, the fact that it still drove was a bonus in itself but what would I find wrong with the car?
For sure it had been messed about with, trims damaged or removed, the back bumper was bent and had a split in it but on the good side was a newish water pump and tyres, not sure where they are from, China?
For sure it had been messed about with, trims damaged or removed, the back bumper was bent and had a split in it but on the good side was a newish water pump and tyres, not sure where they are from, China?
A good power wash with solid clean water soon showed some changes made but why is there a large space at the top of the road spring on the drivers side?
They have fitted a new (?) shock absorber and its about 35mm too long!
Roy
Monday, August 15, 2016
Hillman Imp Californian circa 1967
Progress has moved to a trial fit of the cars new interior. The trim uses the same panel layouts and black vinyl that the Rootes Car Co, Scotland used.
The door cards and padded top door caps have since been fitted.
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The door cards and padded top door caps have since been fitted.
The interior was re made by one of the best trim shops we have.
The engine was running when this shot was taken, note the 50 pounds oil pressure, the amp meter is not connected.
Imp Californian
This is the original engine block, all numbers match, the block still runs the original pistons, crank and all bearings, we fitted new piston rings some time back.
The interior will next be removed pending the completion of some parts the the new paint works.
Roy
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