Scott:
Just checked the numbers again in good light! BC49203825 GT 39 LRX SB
(So, I was wrong about the BC1) There is another plates which is: SAL 253463
As to the carb, I can't find where it says Solex on it. The aircleaner
doesn't look like the shop manual either. Rectangular chrome unit. The
only numbers I see on the carb are DGV 5A 32/36 D6???? Is it a weber??
As to wheels, they are 13" But cross "+" raised with slots in between.
TIA,
Larry
At 08:30 AM 6/9/99 -0500, you wrote:
>Larry - I own two Series 3s, and also maintain the registry.
>Are you sure about the BC1? I have two BC4s listed, but this would be a
>first for C1. By the way, one of the C4s is # 3897, somewhat close to
>yours. I haven't seen any data to help me interpret what the extra C4 means,
>so I'm still digging for more info. If you're interested in seeing when your
>car was built, check out www.sunbeamalpine.org Click on to the Series 3
>section and you'll see a section on build dates.
>
>Forgive me if this is stuff you already know, but your color code # 39 is
>for Carnival Red, a very common color on ST models, but somewhat unusual on
>GTs. LRX stands for Left-hand drive Roadster. X stands for non-standard
>specifications (read North American specs).
>SB stands for sealed-beams - why they stamped this is beyond me, but so far
>it only appears on cars bound for North America.
>You are correct in your assumption that the motor is from a Series IV. The
>single Solex carb is correct for late-build Series 3s and all Series IVs.
>Not exactly the carb of choice. Rootes figured this out as well and dumped
>it on the Series V for twin Strombergs.
>
>If you have a non-synchro first chances are you do have the correct 3.89:1
>Series 3 transmission. I can't comment on the brakes unless I drove your
>car. Chances are the brake booster has been disconnected some time in the
>car's life, so you're probably just using good old leg power.
>Complete seat kits are available from the various Sunbeam parts suppliers.
>I would only recommend Rick at Sunbeam Specialties or Kurt at Classic
>Sunbeam. Stay away from Victoria British. They also will have the missing
>parts for your trunk.
>
>Can you describe the wheels?.
>
>Welcome to the wonderful world of Series 3 ownership!
>
>Scott Christie
>Series 3 Alpine Registry
>USA
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: Larry D. Moore [mailto:l-moore(at)onu.edu]
>Sent: Tuesday, June 08, 1999 11:46 PM
>To: alpines(at)autox.team.net
>Subject: 1963 Alpine Series III
>Importance: High
>
>
>Well, I'm new to the list.....tonight my wife and I bought a 1963 series
>III alpine. The chassis plate shows BC19203825 GT below which appears 39
>LRX sb. The motor code is B94101658 LRX, which I believe is a series IV
>motor. It has a single carb. Looks to be a Sonex to me.
>
>It runs good. Although, I don't trust the guages. Non synco first gear
>that's for sure, so probably a Series III transmission???
>
>I've got a ton of questions and really would like some help!
>
>What should the brakes be like??? The guy says he redid the them, they
>seem kinda weak to me???
>
>Also I would like to redo the seats. No foundation left. The cover have a
>couple splits but nothing too bad. Any suggestions?
>
>Need a trunk latch. The part on the bonnet cover is there but the rest is
>missing.
>
>I think it might have MG wheels too. Any help here would be
>appreciated.....
>
>That's good start for tonight,
>
>TIA,
>
>L.D. Moore
>
>
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