marshman777
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I have hit a snag with one of the rear overiders, the bolt on the inside just spinning and i can not get bthe overider off, i cant seem to get in to cut the bolt off any easy way orare bust knuckles the only solution. Andy
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I thought that was the case but they must be seized as it won't move at all. The strip down must be done as I can't get to the passenger side due to the wall so i need to move her out to more space. All is going well although I didn't realise just how much WD40 I would use, what a great product. Thanks for uploading the photos properly Toledo.
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I have made a schoolboy error while stripping the car. i have removed the handbrake and left the brake on. Is this possible or are me brakes seized, If it is possible how d i remove the handbrake without the handle? Help needed, Thanks
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Hope this works, some photo's of the strip down http://s1374.photobucket.com/user/marshman77/slideshow/
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A good day on the strip down on Sunday, all interior trim and carpets removed as well as all seatbelt fittings and the like. Nothing bad found, a couple of pin holes that need work in the foot wells and one of the bolts that hold the seat frame to the floor has become un attached under the floor pan. So all in all quite happy with what i found. Checked a bit more of the chassis and found it to be solid again. Obviously i will not see the full extent until the body is off. I will try and upload some pictures when i figure out how to do it. Andy
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I wish it was surface rust !!!. All removed panels will be going into secure storage elsewhere so hopefully wont be a problem. I have worried a few times when the eastern european scrap men have been seen looking around Ok Dave look forward to getting touch.
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Well no i am in Old Hall, warrington, i coach junior rugby at Burtonwood, are you local?
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Well I started last night, i thought i would start at the rear and empty the boot and see whats there. Amazing how much crap you throw in the boot over the years. Anyway striped all carpets out and took fuel tank out and generally all looked well until.... i spoted a small patch of rust at the rear of the boot just as the curved ribbed section starts. Needless to say this hole is now around 4" x 6" on either side of the wheel well. All other areas are good and seem to be very solid? Looks like a body off is the only way. I will post pictures after the weekend for advise on repair. Andy
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I have had the car since i was 17 (first car) and i am now 43, it has had a basic respray and new roof 20 years ago and has been rearly used since. It was garaged for 12 years and stood the test of time well. i recomisioned it 5 years ago but didnt need any bodywork and it has been outside for the last 3 years under a cover. My biggest worry is the chassis and is the first thing i need to check. I would love not to have to take the body off but until i look at the frame i wont know. I have some ramps due in the next few weeks so that i can lift the car up and see.
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Will try and post pics of the current state for you all to see, no time scale so wont be a quick restoration. I have no garge so weather plays a part as well as time and money.
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I am starting to piece together a list for a full restoration on my 13/60 convertable, its a 1970 with a spitfire 1500 engine and gearbox. Has anyone doen a check list for things to check as i start to strip the car. I know all projects are unique, but if anyone can give me a helping hand with a list/spread sheet of things to check or a to do list to help me start the project it would be welcome. Thanks
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Hi Guys just need a bit of advise please, i have been told to use .7mm steel for a repair to my drivers door bottom, it is the lowe 3 inch of the skin and then round underneath, anyone the best gauge to use. Thanks Andy
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Hi Guys just need a bit of advise please, i have been told to use .7mm steel for a repair to my drivers door bottom, it is the lowe 3 inch of the skin and then round underneath, anyone the best gauge to use. Thanks Andy
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You must know me well. Not sure they call me Frodo? but i may fit. Andy
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No Richard as i said i have not even looked at it. The car is off the road and i have just started getting all necessary bit sorted on the outside first, new door skin, repair to the windscreen mount, new head rail / repair to the conv hood, repair front valance due to rust. Going to stop now as it is getting me upset !!!! But it is a possibility as something is draining the battery. Andy