Thomas Classic and Modern

07/07/2026

And another GT spec unit hits the testbed, giving it the best start we can.
Ready now for customer collection.
#1310

04/07/2026

This is another plea for help because, quite simply… we’re flat out.

I think the Ad says it all really !!

Please tag anyone who might be interested—it really does help.

One favour: Please don’t clutter the comments with “Where are you?” or “How much does it pay?” If you’re genuinely interested, do a little research and contact us directly. We’re serious about finding the right people and we’d appreciate the same in return.
If you love classic cars and take pride in doing the job properly, we want to hear from you.
Please share this post—it might just reach the person we’re looking for. 👍

01/07/2026

Long 14 hour day today but worth it
Strip to short block ✅
Cam, followers oil pump changed ✅
Cam dialled in ✅
Replacement Sports Spec head ✅
1.4 Rockers fitted aligned and geometry Checked ✅
Gearbox partially stripped✅
Final drive change to 2.9✅
And all back together ready to go back in✅
Phew 💪💪

30/06/2026

Some nasty rust repairs to deal with on an Mpi !!
Always worse when somebody's been there before

26/06/2026

Another 1310 Road Torque Crate Engine Finished and ready for the test bed. Well almost ......
Can any of our followers spot the small issue we need to rectify before it goes in the test bed ??

24/06/2026

And another Cooper S engine hits the bench for stripping, clearly tells a story of its 60 plus years age.
Now to hatch the rescue plan.

20/06/2026

19/06/2026

Little job for today, 3 Clutch housings converted from 998 to 1275 style by adding breather facility. Now to go through the cleaning and vapour blasting process.

18/06/2026

First heat cycle completed with no coolant on this lovely Supersports Midget, retorque and 20 mins next then Rolling Road.

17/06/2026

Next one hits the stripping bench. 1275 S motor displaying a life and needing some love.