Complete strip, evaluation and full restoration of the tub, bonnet, doors and boot lid.
Tips:
27-02-05: Always take datums before cutting out panels and make sure when doors are off gaps have beams fitted between hinge bolts and striker plate bolts to stop sag - see pictures.
Wear goggles when grinding and suitable gloves when handling sharp metal.
Complete strip, evaluation and full restoration of the tub, bonnet, doors and boot lid.
Finally managed to get the car in the dry on Saturday 13th November 2004.
| At last we start stripping the car, the bonnet assembly comes off after a fight. More rust than metal on the front inner section and wheel arches. Hopefully this bonnet can be salvaged with new panels. If not I will be looking around for a good second-hand one. Latest: Scrapped and fitting a fibreglass one for now. | |
| Removed seats, frames and carpet. The bodywork is slightly better than expected except for the rear passenger side that is a real mess underneath. Further inspection will have to wait until the tub is completely stripped and raised up. | |
| Front bumper Drivers side - click for larger image. | |
| Front bumper Passenger side - click for larger image. |