Bradan 550 service project.

**BRADAN** · #1 10-01-2011, 07:01 PM

This 550 came in for multiple services.

-Major service
-575 engine mount conversion
-SR coolant hose upgrade
-Clutch service
-Upholstery
-Audio
-Performance upgrades

This will be a very fun project for us.

**BRADAN** · #2 10-03-2011, 10:58 AM

Dash removed.

**BRADAN** · #3 10-03-2011, 03:07 PM

All leather trim before reupholstery.

**BRADAN** · #4 10-03-2011, 03:08 PM

Dash leather hide.

**BRADAN** · #5 10-03-2011, 04:24 PM

Sticky interior trim removed.

**BRADAN** · #6 10-06-2011, 04:32 PM

Engine service started.

**BRADAN** · #7 10-06-2011, 04:34 PM

We noticed heavy carbon build up behind the valves. A leak down test will be done in the morning to make sure everything is ok.

**BRADAN** · #8 10-06-2011, 04:35 PM

Spark plugs removed.

**BRADAN** · #9 10-07-2011, 03:35 PM

Passed the leak down test, service will continue as planned.

**BRADAN** · #10 10-07-2011, 03:39 PM

Camshafts removed.

**BRADAN** · #11 10-07-2011, 03:51 PM

Removing OEM speakers.

**BRADAN** · #12 10-10-2011, 02:31 PM

Camshaft removed.

**BRADAN** · #13 10-10-2011, 02:32 PM

The CEL was on for a Catalytic converter. Upon inspection we noticed half of the Cat was missing.

**BRADAN** · #14 10-10-2011, 02:33 PM

Both front shocks leaking. Front control arm bushings are blown out as a result of the damaged shocks.

**BRADAN** · #15 10-10-2011, 02:34 PM

Front cover gasket and front main seal leaking.

**BRADAN** · #16 10-10-2011, 02:36 PM

Reupholstered dash and trim pieces.

**BRADAN** · #17 10-11-2011, 03:21 PM

Sagging headliner corrected.

**BRADAN** · #18 10-11-2011, 03:22 PM

Refinished parts from stickynomore.

**BRADAN** · #19 10-11-2011, 03:23 PM

New dash trim panel.

**BRADAN** · #20 10-11-2011, 03:23 PM

Old style motor mounts.