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  1. Series V Susan

    Original Toolkit - clean up to restore?

    Thanks all for your posts, I will go with matching the general restoration of the car. That feels right. I'll wipe down the tools, apply a light oil, gently clean up the case, roll them up and store them in the boot. Done. This has been a "loved" Alpine over the years and the tools are no...
  2. Series V Susan

    Overheating

    @Ken - I am also experiencing the joy of watching my temp gauge peg while driving - I spend more time watching the gauge than the road. A survey of mechanic friends says I have a blown head gasket but I'm not convinced. (Like I know... hahahaha) Head gasket replacement is next on the list...
  3. Series V Susan

    Original Toolkit - clean up to restore?

    Question for the Alpine restoration purists out there. I have a Series V I've been restoring since March of this year and I found a great number of the original tools in what appears to be the original roll-up kit cover. They are in greasy/grimey/disgusting condition (yes, they were really...
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