VIN 3695 - Dutch Rob's Car

[RobvdVeer]

Yesterday evening i managed to fix the biggest damage to my EL display. I'll see how long it survives now. If it goes once more i'll rip it out. At least now I know I have a backup speedometer. If you have the feeling that the photos are upside-down, that is correct because the binnacle was lying upside down on the table. I just pre-rotated the pictures for your reading pleasure.

Side note: My fuel sender would always indicate 1/4 too high, I managed to fix that by rotating the needle once manually. So finally I have 'accurate' fuel level. Oh and the fuel level warning light works again as well.

Delamination damage clearly visible by day from this angle, Flash only makes it worse.



Although in the dark it ain't so bad:



Tomorrow I will solder the last contacts so I can reassemble the binnacle back in the car. I'll try to make some pictures to show the end result.

[ALEXAKOS]

I am impressed you did not create a ALL NEW DIGITAL binnacle for your D.
The Deloclock of yours was quite a success:)

[RobvdVeer]

The thought has crossed my mind, but the D is not the car for such heavy modification.

[ALEXAKOS]

The thought has crossed my mind, but the D is not the car for such heavy modification.

it has been done before.
I think it was a opel Senator / vectra dash used as an exchange.. and that looiked quite fancy;)

[RobvdVeer]

Well whaddayaknow. I've managed to clear my TODO list. All remaining issues are waiting for delivery:

• windscreen (next month)
• airconditioning (next month)
• self bleed kit
• trunk release wiring (tomorrow)

It took me 15 years. Below is what have been done/fixed. It might not be complete.

• replaced coolant hoses
• vod cleanup
• replaced air intake o-rings and gaskets
• new spark plugs
• fix RH valve cover gasket
• new water pump cover plus gasket
• added throttle spool cover
• added circuit breaker
• added park assist
• fan fail fix
• installed new light fixture for parcel shelf
• installed interior led bulbs
• installed door light leds
• front side markers now double as direction indicators
• new side marker rubbers and bulbs
• replaced headlamps with HELLA H1
• fuel sender refurbished
• fuel sender low level warning light fixed
• installed ElGlo instrument cluster overlay
• installed all new Alpine audio system, subwoofer and handsfree operations
• new A1 window regulators + window track alignment
• new tool booth window inner door seals
• custom dashboard clock
• fixed wiring connection errors in roof box
• wing mirror motors cleaned + installed convex mirrors
• inertia switch reinstalled
• left-side backup light fixed
• buzzer logic bypass now respects 'fasten seat belts'
• replaced flexi print behind binnacle
• installed new fiberglass binnacle
• installed sound deadening in footwell areas, seats and tunnel area
• installed new seat covers
• custom keyless entry module
• remote trunk release
• clutch master cylinder refurbished
• clutch slave cylinder replaced
• clutch stainless steel line
• SPAX
• front wheel suspension overhaul
• DMC Europe LCA reinforcements
• DMC Europe polybush kit front
• DMCNW sway bar bushing kit
• Replaced all ball joints, track rod ends and jackets
• New tyres KUMHO 225/195
• New brake pads
• Brake callipers rebuild.
• Emergency brake now works
• New brake master cylinder
• Lock and latch adjustment
• Windscreen wipers and nozzles
• Inner door seals
• outer door handles metal
• floor mats
• carpet completely cleaned
• installed new headliners
• striker pin adjustments
• subwoofer cabinet mod
• repaired luggage net
• front end frame welding job ('99)
• T-panel realigned
• replaced door strut mounting brackets
• cleaned fuel tank plate.
• new fuel pump foot and cover
• replaced front end fuel pump lines
• replaced distributor rotor
• replaced HT leads
• replaced flexible brake hoses

What's next. Drive it!

[ALEXAKOS]

holly molly? You remember all those things you have done?
wow!

I envy your next step!!!!!

[RobvdVeer]

holly molly? You remember all those things you have done?
wow!!

Remember? impossible. I wisely kept a log. And i've got all bills and web orders printed.

[ALEXAKOS]

I can imagine the torture!!!! :p

I'll just copy paste this list and add
Repair frame
And thanked God for His blessing

[RobvdVeer]

It is quite the list. And the engine issues aren't even on it. Misfires, fuel filter, etc. It's enough though.

[Admin-bloke]

It is quite the list. And the engine issues aren't even on it. Misfires, fuel filter, etc. It's enough though.

I hope the are fully sorted now though Rob!