Thermostat test

Mt thermostat broke when I removed it. At least the push rod that screws into it didn't come out. Not sure how easy it will be to remove but if I can it will save mew around £40-50. But before I put any effort in I wanted to see if it worked!

Generator backplate kit

Once the fan is removed just two nuts hold these bits on that attach the generator to the fan shroud.

Fortunately they came apart easily. Just need to remove the rust.

Got these bits in the post. Halford just isn't very competitive when it comes to ebay. Not sure these are the best but I'm sure they will grind down to nothing soon.

Fly wheel rust removeal

The flywheel had rust internally and I was unable to reach with a wire brush, so I tried this dip.
You add water, which is a bit strange and leave it for 24 hours.

Then you give those areas a scrub with a brush and the rust is gone.

Gear box with axels cleaning

Looking at what is required to take apart the gearbox and thefact that it was working fine before I took it out of the car, I decided to only clean it up, remove the rust and paint it.Almost there. Had some bags on the axels as they tend to leak oil when tilted down.

I will replace the 2 cv boot joints (seen here) and the hub seals.

Tinware painting

Got some heat resistant paint today.

And more wire brushes!
These have got arbours that screw together got the brush to fit in the drill. I have now 7 of these kits. I still have the body of the car to do, so I am sure they will be used.
The tinware all painted with two coats. I think there will be enough for 3. I won't bother with the exhaust as I'm not sure if its ok or not. I haven't started it in over 2 years!A close up of the fan. Looking a lot better now.

Fuel tank

After some thought, I've decided to keep the fuel tank. A new one would be simpler but it is possible to refurbish the tank with kits that completely renew the inner wall after removing any unwanted deposits. It goes against my nature to get a new one, even though the cost is only about £20-30 different from a new tank, I'll refurbish. After all, if I wanted something new I wouldn't be driving a VW!The outside was straight forward. Just need to get that fuel tank kit.