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428 Frua Forum / CF 64 Bits and Pieces

« on: July 10, 2008, 23:01:57 »

Front lights are Karman Ghia type 34, very rare,couldnt find any in the UK, (doesnt mean there arent any) rear lights are Alfa Romeo 1969 ish saloon. could give you more information next week, email me if you require info. Having screens made by Euroglass, heated rear as well. still to source seals etc, ongoing project. Hawk cars (Gerry) great source of info.
   Cobrajet
    Alan

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428 Frua Forum / CFX30 Rear bumper

« on: April 18, 2008, 10:44:32 »

Cliff, thanks be very interested in the front lamps, you have my number give me a call.
   The overiders are very similar to Ford Capri MK2.
   Any thoughts on the number plate lamps
   Alan

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428 Frua Forum / New [to me] Pics of "AC 427 Frua Convertible 1968"

« on: November 15, 2007, 09:51:50 »

Correct me if iam wrong, but surely the rear bumper is at the wrong angle,

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428 Frua Forum / paint stripping

« on: September 30, 2007, 13:53:04 »

quote:Originally posted by cliffordl
   
Alan,
   
   if you can't find anything closer you are welcome to come down to Sussex and measure the panels on CF25
   
   Cliff.
   

   Sorry been away for a while, Thanks I think it would be a good idea to come along and have a look if you dont mind, could exchange a few pictures and details as well.
   Thanks again
   Cobrajet
   Alan

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428 Frua Forum / paint stripping

« on: September 30, 2007, 13:49:43 »

quote:Originally posted by Emmanueld
   
Dipping is a problem in areas where you cant easily take the water and acid out. Personally it would not be my method of choice for the Frua for that reason. Unless you uncap the main tubes and dry them thoroughly and replace all the outriggers you will have a problem in the future!
   
   Emmanuel
   

   It does save hours and hours of work. The e coat is supposed to penetrate all the areas that the acid does, will let you know what happens
   Cobrajet
   Alan

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428 Frua Forum / paint stripping

« on: August 31, 2007, 13:49:35 »

quote:Originally posted by Emmanueld
   
Alan, just tell me which panel!
   
   Emmanuel
   

   Emmanuel
   Thanks for the reply, it is the front panel where the Grille is, extending to the bonnet between the front wings, will post a picture if you can tell me how to  post them. Much better with cars than I am with computers
   Alan

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428 Frua Forum / paint stripping

« on: August 30, 2007, 10:47:31 »

quote:Originally posted by Emmanueld
   
Alan, How are you going to make sure there is no moisture left in the chassis tubes and outriggers? The British made parts of the car are great but the Italian made parts are just horrible, The steel is of poor quality. I think residual moisture can be a problem with dipping the whole thing, how do you make sure the water is all gone?
   
   Emmanuel
   

   Emmanuel. the box members are full of  corrosion holes so most of them are being replaced, The ones that are not have  new holes drilled in them to allow the eventual application of the e coat, and fitted with rubber bungs to seal them off, standard corrosion protection technique. The chasis tubes had quite a lot of water in them before dipping any way.
   If you go to www.surfaceprocessing.co.uk you will get a better idea of the process.Only problem being that obviously it has to be  a bare shell. Saves hours and hours of work and messy chemicals.
   Can anyone supply dimensions for the front panel as it is so badly bent that the existing dimensions are not easily defined. If any one could let us have access to another car to measure and photograph would be most grateful. Can you tell me how to post pictures? running xp
   Alan[!]
   Alan

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428 Frua Forum / paint stripping

« on: August 23, 2007, 16:07:21 »

quote:Originally posted by cliffordl
   
Would love to see some photos if you are able to post.
   

   Clifford will post some pictures soon, have to be careful as it is a customers car
   Alan

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428 Frua Forum / Power steering, dimensions , body parts

« on: August 16, 2007, 16:53:11 »

quote:Originally posted by Cobrajet
   

quote:Originally posted by Emmanueld
   
Hi Alan,
   
   Since the Frua's rack is MGB, you should look into racks used for MGB or MGC power steering conversion kits. As far as the pump is concerned, I would look at 1968 to 1973 big block mustang items. Pump, bracket and alternator bracket (Alternator will have to be moved and the header tank will have to be replaced by a Ford item like the 427 MKIII). I am not sure if they will fit without engine bay modifications. However, I don't know why you want to install power steering, the steering is quite light anyway. By replacing iron heads and manifold with aluminum items, you save about 300 Lbs up front making the steering effort even lighter.
   
   Regarding body parts, find yourself a good metalsmith and have him beat new panels. I don't think you will find any new panels anywhere!
   Good luck!
   
   
   Emmanuel
   

Emmanuel thanks for the reply, have a good metalsmith, was just hoping to get some original panels to work with.
   interesting car came in from the USA , a bit punch drunk, hit in the front wing boot and front end
   Alan[]
   

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428 Frua Forum / Power steering, dimensions , body parts

« on: August 16, 2007, 15:53:27 »

quote:Originally posted by Emmanueld
   
Emmanuel

   

quote:Originally posted by administrator (in the "Mk I 428 body restoration/ New Mk II 428" thread.)
The ACOC has in stock quite a few original Frua body sections which are available if parts of a body shell really need replacing. They are listed on the Acedes Spares stock list on that page in the Members' Section of the website.

   So join the club to find out if your required parts are in stock!
   Nik.[]Quite happy to join the club,
   Alan
   
   
   First time I hear about this! I will check, Good to know, Emmanuel
   
   
   
   [/quote]

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428 Frua Forum / Power steering, dimensions , body parts

« on: August 16, 2007, 15:23:16 »

quote:Originally posted by Emmanueld
   
Emmanuel

   

quote:Originally posted by administrator (in the "Mk I 428 body restoration/ New Mk II 428" thread.)
The ACOC has in stock quite a few original Frua body sections which are available if parts of a body shell really need replacing. They are listed on the Acedes Spares stock list on that page in the Members' Section of the website.

   So join the club to find out if your required parts are in stock!
   Nik.[]
   
   
   First time I hear about this! I will check, Good to know, Emmanuel
   
   
   
   [/quote]

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428 Frua Forum / Power steering, dimensions , body parts

« on: August 14, 2007, 20:45:22 »

quote:Originally posted by Emmanueld
   
Hi Alan,
   
   Since the Frua's rack is MGB, you should look into racks used for MGB or MGC power steering conversion kits. As far as the pump is concerned, I would look at 1968 to 1973 big block mustang items. Pump, bracket and alternator bracket (Alternator will have to be moved and the header tank will have to be replaced by a Ford item like the 427 MKIII). I am not sure if they will fit without engine bay modifications. However, I don't know why you want to install power steering, the steering is quite light anyway. By replacing iron heads and manifold with aluminum items, you save about 300 Lbs up front making the steering effort even lighter.
   
   Regarding body parts, find yourself a good metalsmith and have him beat new panels. I don't think you will find any new panels anywhere!
   Good luck!
   
   
   Emmanuel
   

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428 Frua Forum / 428 Bumpers

« on: November 14, 2008, 16:11:25 »

Have a look on ebay, AC 428 stainless bumpers available, 2 sets.
   Harringto Group in Bath, around £950, including postage.
   Too late for me, already repaired the old ones at vast expense.
   Any idea where to obtain front 1/4 light seals?.
   Alan Hobbs

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428 Frua Forum / Ash tray/ Grille

« on: July 10, 2008, 12:19:19 »

Does any one have an ashtray for the Frua 428. The existing 1 in CFX 30 is pretty  much beyond repair. I hadnt realised it was such a work of art until it came to restoring it.
   Rimmer brothers no longer have stock of front grilles. Any other suggestions of supplier would be appreciated. Most second hand grilles are worse than the ones we removed.
   thanks
   Alan Hobbs

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428 Frua Forum / CFX30 Rear bumper

« on: April 16, 2008, 15:33:45 »

   Does any other 428 have overiders(rear) or a similar number plate lamp. [?]
   Anybody got front indicator lamps for the 428, as far as I can tell they were fitted to the Karmann Ghia type 34 razor edge.
   Rear lamps definitley Alfa Romeo.
   first time I have used photobucket, hope it is OK for you.
   Alan Hobbs