Hi… Well after posting a couple of posts for help just on tearing down the F1 I'm finally making progress of sorts! Frame etc. powder coated by "Triple S" who seemed to have done a fine job.
I'm now working on the tank… I'll be using the original as I like the shape - thought about shaping some knee indents but one thing at a time and like I say I like the shape. I have welded (well at least "One off engineering have, they've been a great help! with bits and pieces regarding the frame) a "monza" cap in place of the original. Now I've finally stripped it I can crack on with filling the damage caused by retaining straps during it transatlantic crossing
and filling in the ground off tabs which retained the badges.
I've also completed the plug for the home made fibreglass seat… loads of carnauba wax ready applied to lay the fibreglass for the mould - started shaping the foam at the beginning of winter!!!! finally got there - although the fibreglass thing looks pretty complicated! wish me luck with that.
Colour wise - I think I'm going the go for something like the old lotus colours - BRG with a yellow strip running down the middle of the tank and seat… Nothing to flashy.
Anyoldhow - thought I'd start sharing progress with you guys as it's starting to get interesting.
Cheers
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