Was going to start the welding today but woke up and couldn't be bothered (only had a few hours to do it as having the workshop floor cleaned from 12) so instead, i hooked up a battery and ahd a proper look at what electrics worked and what didn't. All i found was rear numberplate lights weren't working (dirty contacts now sorted), Indicators now work as does the heater (after spending an hour working that one out, realised you need the ignition on, Doh!) and the wipers just dont want to work so the motor will be stripped out this week for a proper test.
After that, i whipped the plugs out and filled the bores with WD40 in the hope that when i get in on Monday morning, the engine will turn freely
wishful thinking eh! Next was draining what coolant was left and expecting a gush of nice brown, rust stained water. What actually came out was almost as new blue antifreeze! When that was all out, off came the radiator and my floor cleaning guy so that will be all for this weekend but quite happy with the work for today. Next lot of work will probably be Tuesday when i give the car to my apprentice to strip and clean the head!
Engine bay as she sits atm
Another rust hole i discovered on my travels
And another!