With the basic engine location sorted I moved onto the alloy panelling for the tunnel and outside cockpit. 
I ordered a couple of high quality Bosch 3.2mm drill bits in readiness. 

I had expected the panels to need a fair bit of trimming to fit but have been very pleased that they all fitted pretty much as they were delivered except one. I think there must have been a design change to the tunnel at the front passengers side (RHD Car) as I couldn't get it to fit.

In the end I used a G clamp to pull it into shape and the drilled the holes. With a bit of sealer all should be well.

























One of the decisions I made when the engine was fitted was to make a small removable panel so that I could get to the clutch slave cylinder for servicing. So before riveting in the panel I cut out an opening and made a suitable cover. 

On the picture below you can just see the rubber gasket I made from Sikaflex to seal the removable panel.

You will also see that I am going to cover all the interior panels with Carbon Fibre effect vinyl. I am pleased with how good this looks and with the rivets in place it has a very pleasing effect.

One I was happy with the fit and all the holes be burred I cleaned all the mating surfaces with Acetone and put a bead of Sikaflex on the chassis and then with many Clecos riveted the panels in place. 

That's two weeks work! I will add some more photos of the interior in my next post.