The time has come to some what restore a CK XU1 back to its 1970’s racing heritage without removing its colourful history in Motorsport going all the way from 1971 to the 2000’s in NZ & then Aus after 2000.
Some will recognise this car from a forum member who is also a top bloke, RIchard.J. He was very good & honest to deal with. Not often do you send the payment sight unseen but it was as described.
The work needed won’t surprise some people that know the car due to having a roll cage extensively added in 90’s & then possibility modified for a targa early 2000’s. To describe the cage I would say it was a work of art & almost early Supercar worthy. It hurts to lose it but must be done.. it’s to much cage & it didn’t run one early in its racing life.
The reason for this work being brought forward is due to an unfortunate accident.....
Before your mind goes too far and think “the silly bastard crashed it”, not the case. I walked into the garage to find a truck battery I had trickle charging on the shelf exploded and hit 4 cars with acid with the little CK copping the brunt of it. BIGTIME! Smart charger not so smart or I’m not. Jury’s out.
I was more worried about 2 of the other cars which have been restored to be honest. The CK, though looked good on the road, was going to get the cage removed & slowly worked on in stages such as the parcel shelf & fire wall repair due to cage modifications, drive it some more then external body/ paint later... all changed in one pop unfortunately.
People, create a charging bay outside of your shed!!
People, insure your cars. Luckily it was as were the other 3.
Shannon’s have been fantastic, I drove the old girl the a good shop & was assessed. Given the nature of the car they could not guarantee what lay beneath the surface & were only covering the paint not old damage or rust that may lay below so a cash settlement was agreed for me to remove their risk. Good on them and I’m ok with that. The problem is she ain’t pretty after the explosion so it’s got to be done.
I’m hoping to reach out for your experience and knowledge with these cars to help get it back to where it needs to be. Parts will need to be sourced.
Please note: I’m a Motorsport man. I don’t really care to much about the type of screw should be in there though I will respect & encourage your advise to help get it close. If or when the day comes to move it on the next bloke can change the screw behind the dash.
I will be using this car! It will be driven & put on the track at times. I’ve spoken to cams Historic guys about some options and I’ll work through those in time. The main thing is to sort the body, get things like heater box & controls back into it & tidy interior.
It ran 48mm Dellortos in the 70’s but originally ran the XU1 triple carbies early in the production series. I will continue to use the Dellortos but will look to get some original carbs in the shed to feel like it’s all there.
The wire harness has been upgraded. It’s a ripper and stay at this point. Like I said, it will be used and it’s done well. I will incorporate the original switches back into the wiring etc over time.
I’ll put some photos up soon to keep you entertained.
Enjoy
DaveA
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