[Bearman]

We have disconnected most of the accessories and drained the oil from the engine. Tomorrow we disconnect the exhaust and the shifter and the engine comes out.

The gearbox has a slight leak from the extension housing seal and the diff is a bit weepy around the pinion seal. Nothing to be too concerned about as I will probably change the diff ratio in the not too distant future. The gearbox we'll have a closer look at.

All the suspension and steering joints are spot on. All the bushes are urethane and in good nick. The power steering high pressure line has been done at some stage but I may get it done anyway because it is such a pain if it goes when the motor is in. Will most likely throw in a reco steering box for the same reason.

Will replace all the hoses and rubber lines. The radiator is spot on. This engine has never ever even looked like overheating but will get the radiator inspected and flushed out anyway. Starter motor needs replacing. New unis are needed, these ones are chewed out.

Anyway must sleep now, tomorrow is a big day!!