So ive started on dismantling the engine bay, this is how it started










So my car has air con and i plan to keep it as although the car is going to be modified i still want to keep it with as many of the original features.
I know using the RS500 Intercooler means this takes up the space where the air con radiator would normally sit, but ive seen on Martin Rayland RS500 build that he used a air con radiator from a MG ZS180 and mounted it in between the intercooler and radiator. So whilst i still have the engine in i wanted to mock this up because if i need to move the mounting points it would be better to do this now rather than once it's painted.

The RS500 intercooler in place,





Few pictures from Martins thread as to how the MG radiator should sit (ive ordered one and waiting on it being delivered)



How close it should fit to the radiator



And then i would just have to have pipes made to feed it,



Think i might purchase a pair of slim line fans and fan mount from Auto Specialists to help with maximising space between the fans and front pulleys?




Im now just about ready to take the engine out, just waiting on MG radiator coming to mock up then ill have another update with lots more progress and pictures.