7 min read Years of struggling under cars on axle stands are over with the purchase of a scissor lift. Why didn’t I do this sooner!
4 min read It seems like less than 2 months since it was collected, but after it was professionally cleaned, it was ready to be shipped to Australia
6 min read When I agreed to collect the X1/9, I never imagined I’d be changing the brakes and replacing the clutch to avoid exporting asbestos.
4 min read With the Fiat X1/9 fate set, export preparation was set. I wasn’t expecting to drain the coolant for the Fiat X1/9 import permit.
3 min read With the decision made to ship the car, export preparation begins. First up, changing the fuel hose of death on the Fiat X1/9
6 min read Having recovered the Fiat X1/9 and given it a quick inspection and wash, it was time to hunt out the rust and give it some treatment.
3 min read With the Fiat X1/9 washed, and most of the mud removed, the paint was looking pretty dull and worn out. Could the paint be restored?
6 min read After collecting the FIAT X1/9 and washing the mud off, it was time for the first inspection.
4 min read Some automotive adventures start with a stupid comment to a mate. Now I own a Fiat X1/9!