DavidLG45

1 January 2015 at 12:03 #51127

Hi David,

I think it’s a little unclear what you’re asking to be measured. A diagram would help. . . .

DavidLG45

6 December 2014 at 18:46 #51094

There are two Lagondas. The first about 1:10 from the start the second about 2:10. I think the first is an LG45 DHC the second possibly a M45. You tube link:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lxA5kqDwmzQ

David

Only one Lagonda listed though (LG45). Is the second one not a Lagonda? Looks like a Lagonda radiator. . . .

DavidLG45

5 December 2014 at 17:24 #51088

That does seem quite expensive so would hope for a good job. By commercial was meaning the regular trade customers rather than us one off job car enthusiasts.

David

DavidLG45

5 December 2014 at 13:36 #51086

Hi Colin,

Many thanks for your detailed explanation and pictures.

What chassis paint and primer did you use?

I like the idea of only powder coating the bits that presumably are fairly easy to take off and re-do should they get badly chipped at a later date. The only items i have had powder coated weren’t a success. Runs and and areas with an obvious thicker layer. I think the trick is to find a powder coater who takes a bit of care and not squeezing them in at the end of the day after his commercial jobs. Have you a recommendation?

David

DavidLG45

4 December 2014 at 16:30 #51084

Hi Colin,

Keep up the good work!

I am interested in your chassis painting technique. I am not familiar with the 16/80 chassis – does it come apart as the LG45 chassis? The side rails and cross members are separate items bolted together? Contemplated whether paint the chassis in pieces but wondered if the paint thickness would be an issue when bolting back together? What about the bolts, are they painted?

David

DavidLG45

27 September 2014 at 17:15 #50999

The club has one (rad shell) listed in their second hand spares described as repairable.

DavidLG45

17 July 2014 at 14:03 #50943

Oh, that’s a bore. I will let you know if I see one available.

David

DavidLG45

16 July 2014 at 08:19 #50940

Hi David,

If you just want the cover plate the club sell repros (Part Number: BDY411).

David

DavidLG45

14 March 2014 at 08:45 #50740

Where did you get this information – it doesn’t seem to be on the entry list for that sale on their website?

DavidLG45

6 March 2014 at 12:04 #50704

Here is the diagram.

If you intend this to be a working system you should add a small tank of clean oil as a feed and blank off the supply from the sump which tends to block the pipes. There are also “drip plugs” to restrict the flow in various places.

Attached files

DavidLG45

6 March 2014 at 11:41 #50703

I have a diagram somewhere. I will dig it out. Not specific to a Rapide though.
I was going to direct you to the club website where they sell a “Revised Manual” but it doesn’t seem to have the diagram.

David

DavidLG45

2 March 2014 at 12:13 #50696

Hi David,

How very annoying.

I think I may be able to help. My dashboard is currently out of the car. I will see if I can scan the dial for you.

David

DavidLG45

18 February 2014 at 14:06 #50685

Yes an expander is what you want.
Try David Ayre http://www.davidayre.com Or LMB Racing in Belgium http://www.lmbracing.be – both carry second hand spares for Lagondas.

I have just had a quick look on ebay, is this the right one?

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/GIRLING-BRAKE-expander-and-cable-Complete-unit-Vintage-Ford-eight-ten-/201038868742?pt=UK_Cars_Parts_Vehicles_Other_Commercial_Vehicles_ET&hash=item2eced9b106

DavidLG45

30 December 2013 at 13:26 #50600

Maybe similar to LG45s?
LG45s have a large piece of 9 mm ply bent up to follow the contour with packing pieces as necessary on the brackets.

DavidLG45

30 October 2013 at 18:37 #50493

Hi Bill,

Thanks for your tip. Perhaps you could explain how you are using the cable ties as I can’t think how you are doing this?

David