Renault 1929 RY1 Monasix

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Despite being painfully slow, progress is taking place. The spare cylinder block etc is actually being supported by my engine mounts. These were totally non existant at the start of the rebuild. Wheels have (as) new tyres fitted.  Once I sort out the mounting points for the rear mounted radiator(s) and install the rear axle assembly, I can start to think about the body frame etc. While the engine is still some way off there is nothing I can do but be patient.

Bj.

7-7-2015

Hello John

My aim is to have it standing on four wheels then I can make a start on the body frame but first a trial assembly of the two side mounted radiators and bulkhead. This is essential to establish the location of the bulkhead. One of my problems is that when I bought the Renault it was a collection of bits that had never before been together as a car. Something that the vendor ommitted to tell me and that I have been discovering the hard way.

Bj.

7-9-2015

Having gone so far only to strike problem after problem I have decided to put the mechanical re-build on hold to concentrate on building the body and the cosmetics (trim, chrome, paint etc.) Then I can come back and perhaps tackle the motor and gear box with re-newed vigour. I feel that I could easily become totaly bogged down and spend a couple of years chasing my tail and still be getting nowhere. A wise man once said;- A change is as good as a holiday. Or as somebody else said to Mary Mary of "little lamb fame" "Leave them alone and they will come home".

If you understand all that you are doing well!

Bj.

7-15-2015

Having left the little lambs to come home alone, draging their tails behind them, I have made a start on the body frame, no photographs just yet as so far I just have a pile of bits but progress is being made. The body is to be based on the Labourdette "skiff tail roadsters". As the chassis is 1927-9 Monasix it has a slightly longer wheelbase. The standard factory offering was usually either a four door saloon or four/five  seater tourer, my version of the Labourdette body will be a 2-4 seater. I really do not like the "hole in the tail" Labourdette version but you will have to wait patiently until I have it all sorted out. I believe that my version will have a more balanced look. I think that this one is just a bit too "bob tailed".

One thing is certain, my car will not be Red and black as this one but the traditional Renault "Paris Taxi" two-tone, green over green with either dark green or "London Tan" trim.

Bj.