Project 3200

StuartW · Apr 15, 2016

Felonious Crud said:
Though it has to be said that their web site is quite useful.

Definitely, the best way to track down a part number

Contigo · Apr 15, 2016

Getting ready for the spray job this evening.

Trev Latter · Apr 15, 2016

On the subject of parts, which MD do you guys think is best to use for mail order?

You're making good progress there Phil. Keep the reports coming.

Contigo · Apr 15, 2016

Trev Latter said:
On the subject of parts, which MD do you guys think is best to use for mail order?

In the past I've used Meridien and Dick Lovett. Very good service from both.

If it's used parts then the only people I use are Stuart, David Askew and Greg (PPCP)

Trev Latter · Apr 15, 2016

That's handy to know, ta.

StuartW · Apr 15, 2016

For new parts, I've also used Graypaul in Edinburgh & Nottingham - both very reliable

mjheathcote · Apr 15, 2016

MAF260 said:
I think Eurospares are generally cr@p. Poor customer service, slow and expensive delivery with zero updates. I've found some of them to be borderline rude and unhelpful on the phone and will only use them as a last resort. I prefer to use the MDs when I need something and they're rarely any different in pricing.

I use JCT600 Leeds.
They will happily try and match Eurospares prices, delivery is free because I can pick up from them being 45 mins away.

Never used Eurospares personally but guess useful if you are after an rare obsolete part or cheaper (in theory!) secondhand part from a breaker car.

philw696 · Apr 15, 2016

For me when doing Project 4200 Dick Lovetts looked after me impeccably.
Fair play Phil your turning that 3200 around quickly.
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Trev Latter · Apr 15, 2016

Thanks guys, much appreciated. The trouble for me is I'm at least 2 hrs away from the nearest dealer (and eurospares), so mostly postage is a must. I try to avoid used parts if at all possible, although as time goes on and new parts get more scarce I guess we'll have fewer options.

bill · Apr 16, 2016

I would change all hoses under the manifold with silicone ones. Good luck Phil!

CatmanV2 · Apr 16, 2016

Contigo said:
In the past I've used Meridien and Dick Lovett. Very good service from both.

If it's used parts then the only people I use are Stuart, David Askew and Greg (PPCP)

I'm with Phil on this.

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rockits · Apr 16, 2016

Nice work Phil. Stop phaffing around & get on with it! What's the hold up....only joking that is super fast fast progress. The missus & kids not in your good books at the moment!

Love is the colour. It is one of my favourites for the 3200. Looks great with the contrast against the boomerangs.

Contigo · Apr 16, 2016

Given it to the bodyshop and they have started prep.

midlifecrisis · Apr 16, 2016

Looking good, Phil, it's remarkable how quickly you're making progress. I take it you've not come across a knackered thread or rusted on bolt?

allandwf · Apr 16, 2016

Why can't I make progress like this on any of my projects? Mine take months if not years! lol

highlander · Apr 16, 2016

Kudos Phil, you are one motivated SOB! Lol

philw696 · Apr 16, 2016

Certainly getting on with it.
Did it need any new metal putting in around the arches mate ?

Contigo · Apr 16, 2016

philw696 said:
Certainly getting on with it.
Did it need any new metal putting in around the arches mate ?

Mainly surface rust Phil. Nothing a bit of filler can't sort.

Back from the spray shop.

Happy with the match considering there are 5 different shades of Alfieri. Once the other panels have been correction detailed it will look great.

Contigo · Apr 16, 2016

midlifecrisis said:
Looking good, Phil, it's remarkable how quickly you're making progress. I take it you've not come across a knackered thread or rusted on bolt?

Yep of course but nothing a small drill bit can't sort!

conaero · Apr 16, 2016

Wack61 said:
**** right I ordered 3 badges and an air filter from eurospares on the 26th March, they arrived this morning

I rang last week to be told they had to be ordered from Italy but I had no communication at all from them

Darren, I ordered oil filter, sump washers, wing badge set, nose badge, airfilter and 2 chrome dash vents from Meridiens on Wednesday at 3pm and they were delivered and on my desk by 9.30 the next day, and I bet I paid less than you. Speak to Ross and say your from the forum, you will be amazed at what they stock and the prices and the delivery speed. Dick Lovetts offer the same too.

It's a misconception that main dealer parts are expensive and ES are cheaper.

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