Thank you to all involved in the epic rebuild.
THE ORIGINAL TV SAINT CAR – 71 DXC aka ST 1
With Special Thanks to the Following:
Gillian & Tony Whitton Trevor Ashley Dave Gate Adrian Mc Murray Matt & Dave Stadden Alan Riley Sean Skeet Jim Skeet Jonathan Bell Simon Biddlecomb Phil Edwards Sally Hotchkiss Jill Stones Sean Singleton Simon Richardson Terry Davidson Mark Parry Dave Crisp Peter Fluitman Tony Barrett Karl Eric Malberg Kenneth Collander Volvo Enthusiasts Club Ulla Bergwall Richard Felton Patrick Rescorla Warren Cooke Chris Munro Graham Breeze
And finally everyone else who made the restoration of the ‘Original’ Roger Moore TV Saint Car - 71 DXC aka ‘ST 1’ possible – Many thanks to you all, Kevin
See many more not quite so famous classic Volvos at the best club! www.volvoenthusiastsclub.co.uk
Here are other suppliers & sponsors whose help was invaluable.> pdf
Please see a summary of the major sponsors and suppliers below with links to their services.
Please note these links are provided in good faith I am not responsible for and I cannot be held responsible for the information, products or services contained on such other sites and will not be liable for any damages arising from any access to such sites. I make no representations or warranties as to the completeness or accuracy of any of the information contained on this website, and makes no commitment to update such information.
Now 71 DXC is finally MOT'D and back on the road have a look at the timeline from 'as found' to road legal here>>
Phoenix Motorbodies - Dave Gate
Complete Rebuild/Restoration of 71 DXC bodyshell, Lead loading of seams by this expert craftsman.
SPL (Surface Processing Limited)
Initial rust removal – Final rust removal and protection
e-coat (electro-zinc phosphate paint) of finished shell
Redditch Shotblasting and Powder Coating
All Powder Coating – suspension, fittings etc
Flybe Engineering (Exeter - part of Flybee )
Repair Preparation & Repaint to Show Standard
Flybe Engineering (Exeter - part of the Flybee Group) Rectification of the original sub standard final finish and other major paint problems to body shell - the result of the work of the original painter. I am indebted to the dedication of the highly professional Engineers at Flybee who salvaged this project from total disaster. Many thanks to you all.
Cornwall Engine Services
Engine Machining, Balancing, Parts, Unleaded Cylinder Head Conversion
Brookhouse Volvo Parts
Suppliers of parts and accessories for classic Volvos
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Proptech Ltd
Propshaft Rebuild and balancing
(Kidderminster) 01299 251247
Universal Transmissions
ST 1 Gearbox and Rear Axle Rebuild.
http://www.yell.com/b/Universal+Transmission+Services-Gear+Boxes-kidderminster-DY101HB-1636638/
ACTIV8 Lubricants
ACTIV8 has been supplied and added to the Engine, Gearbox and Rear Axle of 71 DXC aka ST 1 and having been very pleased with the results i recommend it.
ACTIV8 Universal Friction Reducer is an oil additive for engines and transmissions that reduces metal to metal wear by up to 90% and is guaranteed not to invalidate manufacturers' warranties. Guaranteed to provide a minimum 5%* gain in BHP/Economy or your money back!
71 DXC -
71 DXC brought back to former glory.
Thanks to everyone who helped me realise a long held dream.
OTHER SPONSORS, SUPPLIERS and SERVICE PROVIDERS click here > pdf download
See the final finished result at one of the classic car shows around the country see the Events guide here come and say hello to a piece of TV history!
