After a lot of telephone discussions we head to the wild, wild west ……

Gary offered his bullet proof spare engine for use in Fossa while we build our ultimate engine …… The work done on his spare motor is very evident and I can only imagine what we would be capable off …… And then a snag …… Our pressure plate is much smaller than the one used on Gary’s Cortina. Changing flywheel is not an option as, no1, the flywheel is lightened beyond what we have and, no2, the engine has been balanced.

Pity, but not a problem, we have learned a lot and already have almost all the spares to complete our interim engine, we are just awaiting our new HVHP oil pump from the UK. I have completed part of the rebuild and are extremely happy with the findings and progress. WAIT AND SEE!

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And then a new chapter …………..

Gary Stacey’s Mk1 Ford Cortina during our visit

Gary’s mk1 Cortina has joined the Pre66 Legends Little Giants and now the tuxracing “group”, and Gary will be forwarding his own car information, progress and race reports. His Cortina will still sport the Coastal Tool Hire branding. Welcome Gary! This one of our ideals with the web site growing!

Gary Stacey’s Mk1 in action at Zwartkops Raceway, 12 April 2014

I had the honor of sitting in this car with the engine rumbling in it own language.

That not all, folks. Soon we will be spoilt with Gary’s other Cortina in his life, personally been waiting for this!

Gary Stacey’s, Sarel Van Der Merwe replica Mk5 Interceptor!

Till next time, cheers and SWEET DREAMS are made of this …….. !