So……
One of those awkward jobs done after work.
Well, the prototype really.
As I only have enough vinyl for one go at making the black gearstick gaiter.
First job was to remove the rubber from the original MX5 rubber unit.
It will be used to hold down the final gaiter…… far from a professional job, but anyone is welcome to pop over and make me one or mail me a complete replacement piece.
Measured and filed away the excess.
For those who forgot….. the extension of the gear stick makes the sweep more exaggerated so the hole has to be bigger.
I fetched the roll of “Rusty patina” vinyl originally bought when I wanted to buy @pedalcarjoe ‘s wagon, from the garage,
Initial plan was to make 4 piece pyramid.
Then lodger John arrived with 6 mini Pork pies, and a tub of Chicken Kiev Scotch eggs, a Sprite for me as I never use alcohol if power tools may be used and a Desperado beer for him.
“Why not cut a huge circle, pierce the centre and drape it like a skirt, pin it top and bottom…. Job done”
BUGGGERR…..Of course he is right, or is he.
Both options.
Draped.
Captured.
So……..
Will it work??
Later today I will cut the black to size.
Then the transmission tunnel carpet has to be measured, cut and glued down.
Followed by refitting the floors, seats, maybe even the last time.
But first, I need to get some new work shoes and apply for a new passport.