Blocker's Sandman

[Blocker]

Ok latest bit of work. Learning so much as I remove, bag and tag all these bits. When it comes to re assembly I know it will be a huge task no matter how well I have prepared myself. But that's the point isn't it.

Took me several hours to work out exactly how to tackle the pull down of the front end. Although I learnt how not to do it.. if I did it again with what I know now I reckon I would still have problems haha.

Now I just need to tear down the diff and rear end parts and I'll be ready to get some blasting, welding and painting done.

[Max_Van]

Your a mile ahead of those who choose not to bag and tag

[GTS]

When it comes to re assembly I know it will be a huge task no matter how well I have prepared myself.

Thats what genuine GMH parts books are for. I would have been lost (almost) without my HJ parts book to see how stuff went back together. The big stuff is easy but when you get into the tiny bits a parts book can tell you a whole bunch of stuff you thought you knew...but didn't...or forgot. Its been 18 months since I pulled the van apart and my attention span aint that long.:lol::lol:

[stickthis]

Yes I agee. Parts books are priceless.

[Max_Van]

One of the better tools in a strip down and resto is a digital camera.

[ozbox]

just a tip if you are going to remove the diff first before the springs..unbolt the bump stops..it gives you plenty of room for pulling it thru...

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Yes I agee. Parts books are priceless.

i dont have that problem when putting things back together..i just go out the back and look at another car...:weights:

[GTS]

One of the better tools in a strip down and resto is a digital camera.

I used a camera when I did my Chev and it proved invaluable, but when I got the van it had nothing under the bonett and only a steering column on the inside. No bolts, clips, wiring, brackets....nothing.

[Blocker]

Question...
Are the fuel/brake line clips available to purchase or should I keep the ones I have?

[stickthis]

Question...
Are the fuel/brake line clips available to purchase or should I keep the ones I have?

I am 99% sure some are. But not sure if there is more than one style running along the chassis?

[GTS]

Question...
Are the fuel/brake line clips available to purchase or should I keep the ones I have?

I bought mine at Auto Pro, they're exactly the same as original. I'm pretty sure RS do them now as well.