Steve has been working on his 69 428 SCJ (on hoist) which is now painted and the engine is installed so now it's time to get back to my 71 SCJ project.

photo March 29, 2008

While switching cars around the SCJ saw some spring sunshine long enough for this photo.  What appear to be creases in the door are just reflections

photo March 29, 2008

The interior starts to take shape with the installation of the headliner in the original factory colour.

photo May 19, 2008

The front suspension has been updated with the tie rods and idler arm still needing to be detailed,.

photo May 19, 2008

Following issues with incorrect lifters causing oil starvation to the top end, the SCJ engine has been stripped and tanked.

photo May 19, 2008

With the exception of the rockers and push rods, the SCJ heads were OK except for one valve guide.

photo May 19, 2008

The forged pistons, rings and rods were all OK however I am putting in all new bearings

photo May 19, 2008

ENGINE UPDATE
The camshaft, lifters, rockers, pushrods and cam bearings were all rendered unserviceable as a result of no upper end lubrication caused by the installation of incorrect lifters that had no oil passage holes to feed pushrod gallery.   This was discovered during the dyno break-in rather than after installation.

I do get the feeling that the previous engine owner/builder will assist in the cost of replacement components.   I hope I am correct so time will tell.

The engine has now been gone over by Star Engines who replaced all bearings, cam and rockers and will now head back to the Konigshofer Motorsport Dyno prior to being installed for break-in and tuning.     

photo May 29, 2008

The steering and suspension is now completed and detailed as can be seen in this photo

photo June 8, 2008