Cooling fan and other bits

Cooling Fan - In the last couple of weeks I've fitted the cooling fan, a 16" curved fan, 2000 cfm (apparently these are quieter than the straight blade - not sure it matters with a V8 running). I've also trial fitted an adjustable thermostat as suggested by AK, I'll have to wait until the body is on again before I settle on a permanent position as I need to know what is accessible.

Exhaust Brackets - Having trial fitted the exhausts and adjusted / located the brackets on the chassis these have now been welded in place - thanks to Stuart for his welding gear and expertise. The brackets are in the process of being painted with POR15.

Heater Fitted - Finally I got round to fitting the heater to the body. The air is drawn into the heater on both sides via ducts into the foot-wells, avoiding the issue of taking air from the engine bay. I've added a stainless steel cover to bring it in line with the rest of the engine bay.

I've also put the engine oil (15/40 mineral - recommended by the engine builder) and gearbox oil (Dexron III). I want to run the engine for a quick trial and confidence test before I fit the body so have started to think about the wiring I'll need, plus an oil pressure gauge and of course the battery.

And one other job that I've come to terms with. I originally fitted 'push-fit' brake pipe clips, I think these look much tidier, but I'm concerned that some are a little loose and move a couple of mm, I don't think they'll come out but I'm not happy and neither will the IVA man! So I've decided to swap them for P-clips, not as tidy but they are secure. That leaves me with an issue; the holes drilled for the push fits are 6mm, I could tap this for an M8 but too big for the P-Clip so I'll have to use rivnuts. I'll take pictures for the next update.