The secret to stunning paintwork when respraying a classic car is in the preparation. With such a baffling array of abrasive tools, papers and materials on the market, Michael will teach you in this video tutorial all you need to know to cut through the hype and choose the right equipment. He explores the various tools and materials for sanding, shaping, smoothing, blocking and keying your classic car’s bodywork ready for painting.
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25:27Dismantle and Assess Your Classic’s Head – Step by Step Guide
Once you’ve removed the cylinder head from the engine block, it’s necessary to dismantle the head to properly assess its condition and decide the next course of action. Ed teaches you how to search for any damage on the surface, including to the valves, head and copper sealing rings and the head gaskets, and then takes the head apart to have a look at each of the components inside.
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15:59How to Check Your Engine for Wear and Tear
In the next step of basic engine maintenance, Ed explains how you can learn a great deal about a car engine’s wear and general health by inspecting a few key components and completing a test or two.
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10:02How to Install Auxiliary Lights – Step by Step Guide
Now that you know how to join two wires and you have a basic understanding of circuit diagrams, it’s time to try your hand at a simple project. Learn how to use essential tools and your new knowledge of electrical wiring to install auxiliary lights to the front of your classic car.
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16:51Basic Checks and Timing Guide – BMC B Series Engine
Next in the process, we’ll turn on the MGB to have a look, a listen and a feel at how the engine is running. Danny and Clive teach you how to complete a warm engine check, which requires you to pay particular attention to the sounds, the smells and the vibrations emanating from the car. Learn to diagnose any abnormalities in timing and efficiency while the car is still in the garage.
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