It might have to all come back out yet 

At least I have an understanding mate who lets me use his facilities 
Looking good wazzzer 
Hope you get it sorted soon! Do you use a new gasket? 
Shifter looks  
 where you find it? 
Yeah new gaskets all round (which will need buying AGAIN) 
Shifter was off Ebay, it comes with or without the stainless gearknob, £30 or £40 respectively.