A day of good progress. The engine and the FFE have been fitted and they are up and running. Some kinks still to be ironed out, but that is expected in such a situation.
The only thing missing in the engine bay is the intake+filter setup which was delayed due to some reasons.
Anyway, idled the engine for about an hour, all the while appreciating the muted rumble being emitted from the exhaust! Couldn't resist hitting the gas pedal a fraction before turning off the engine (kept it under 2000 rpm)... the sound was sweet
The plan is to finish the painting in the next couple of days, along with some other interior work. Once the Pedders arrive, the brakes and suspension can be done and the new tyres fitted. Ideally, would have wanted to finish off all the mechanical work before the painting, but I've got to improvise....
Phoenix is slowly but surely rising from the ashes.
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