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Real shame... I would be tempted to ask if it was for sale.

Coming one nicely - shall I post you a box tea bags for the p... moments?

eBay, Halfords / motor shops ...

Not sure which one I used many moons ago but was brilliant.

Alternatively google it

Couple of suggestions... but the best being use dry freeze spray can and good rubber head hammer - you’ll need approx 2-3 cans for full car

Spray small area and whack it with the hammer - don’t over do it as you’ll leave a dent.

It should crack and break apart - peal off extra

Some steady progress - Very nice!

Your parts list is a bit familiar to mine, made me laugh!

Nice transformation so far.

... and I see a gsi & cosworth in the back

You’ll be surprised at the amount of work needed, most often one job leads to 2, to 4 to 8...

I’ve seen a fair few Astra gte front leathers - most times guys I know just swapped over the bases

Hatch headline is a little shorter in length then the saloon cars...

The back seats are pretty much the same. For the gsi 4x4 turbo the front bases is a little different to compensate for the transfer box / propshaft

Welcome back Original parts have shot up in price and decent parts get snapped up quickly. Also some sellers don’t bother with eBay, additional costs and lame buyers. I’d say make a list of what you like to do and some budget. If you’re keeping the car,.. then that not an issue. Sometimes You’ll see...

Wow ... ain’t seen one for ages.

Brings back lots of memories.

It does need some work, like all the cars of the time.

Looking forward to the updates!

Robsey wrote:Give me a nudge if you find the seat rail rear end caps...
They are the only thing missing from my interior.

I pretty sure I have some, I’ll check and will let you know next time I’m in the garage.

Slow progress... zzZ

I’be managed to source a few original gm panels for the next phase, including a brand new bonnet boxed - old one had Astra gsi vents.

Finalled Sourced some original set of gm mud flaps!

K&N and piper cross filters will make a slight difference - I’ve tried a few variations over the year of a number of different gsi / turbo. Standard filters are ok but nothing special. While you got the filter out, I’d suggest a quick air clean / wipe to clean out any dust etc. Downside - K&...

My suggestion would have been to have it flushed into the electric sunroof cover... or wired to a spare dash switch

But well done - cracking job!!

Who do I send the picture to since I don’t use any image store sites..

Here you go. Sent via Robsey's photo handler.

One I have is virtually the same...
Mattig-Zubehur

I think it’s Mattig make... or looks the same.
It basically screw on from underneath.
Got one in the garage.. . Will be selling it soon

Replace or adjust cable ... but that’s already mentioned.

Another option - You could move the lever to the other side under glove box as with eu car. The cable is shorter and less stress on the cable. But then you’ll need a few bits... the cable hole is present both sides.

There’s a guy breaking a full cavalier turbo, .. some perhaps you may be lucky in getting parts... it’s on eBay item no. 323421872327. Pm me for details..

I’m back from my work travels and I do have most of the bits you need... here and there.

Good luck

Super stuff - thanks for the explanation

What synchronising procedure do you mean... ?

I’m curious

Whoa,... now that’s a proper read.

Nice job so far. I guess it’s part of the ‘fun’ in owning a cavalier. Looking fwd to the updates.

I just noticed it’s alloy wheels. Again Momo, hard to come by...

Good luck with the project - it’ll be good to hear how it goes...

I think they look bang on ... go well with the car colour.

Next step would be turbo alloys.

Gsi / turbo kit is not available new. Most of the dealers don’t stock them any more. Those that do, prices are pretty high. Now with regards to he rear turbo light clusters and number plate surround - they are extremely hard to find.... and very expensive and if not there will be lots of interest. H...

Great selection of pics.. and some awesome beasts from yester years!!!