Spent some time designing a relational database so that I can cross-reference part numbers (and prices) between different parts vendors and refer them back to oem part numbers. Will populate it with parts as I go, just built the framework. I've managed to find a pdf copy of the original Austin Healey parts book online. (Austin Healey Part # AKD829 3rd Ed., Spridget Guru Tech Library - Factory Parts Lists or Oklahoma British Car Breakfast Club - Tech Library) This should be really helpful as things move forward.
In addition to being able to track what I need or don't need, I will also be able to track expenses. Also, I tried to positively ID all the different numbers on the car... Chassis number, engine number, body number, gearbox number, and rear end number. Finding all the different number plates was an adventure... see photo... my engine block has no number plate. Is there another way to positively ID the engine? If this is not the original engine, then that will totally change my outlook and plan. (Orig engine = original style resto. Non-orig engine = disc brakes and performance mods.) I'm going to be ordering a heritage certificate to confirm the numbers, but I need to actually find the engine number to compare to the cert. If I can't find the number, I'll tear down the motor and measure the cylinders. If they're stock specs, I'll see about getting a stamped plate and attaching it, but only if its legit.
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