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Post by dave1800 on Aug 26, 2014 1:37:30 GMT
What a marathon. Did you keep the cost records up to date or was it too scary. I would think that this type of restoration falls into the labour of love (or hate) category rather than a means of making money unless prices rise considerably which may just happen looking at recent trends. It would be good fun to organise a trip to Norway; my parents loved it. Even if we couldn't sort out all Tommy's vehicle problems we could advise on the beer! A world tour would be even better as we now have members from just around everywhere. I think you are flattering my mechanical skills, I'm afraid as years go by my ability to crawl around under cars for hours on end is rapidly diminishing. I would see my role as more advisory /managerial  regards David Norway - I've never been to Norway and would love to at some time. It seems to be a most beautiful place. We should organise a forum visit next time David is home. With my fabrication and David's mechanical skills we could get you sorted out in no time, Tommy. One for the future perhaps - it would be great to meet up. Chris. |
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Post by Penguin45 on Aug 26, 2014 23:41:41 GMT
What a marathon. Did you keep the cost records up to date or was it too scary. I would think that this type of restoration falls into the labour of love (or hate) category rather than a means of making money unless prices rise considerably which may just happen looking at recent trends. Strange to relate, the costs are not rising. Time has passed, but I haven't really spent anything beyond the existing list. This will no doubt change as the structural side of the work finishes. I think you are flattering my mechanical skills, I'm afraid as years go by my ability to crawl around under cars for hours on end is rapidly diminishing. I would see my role as more advisory /managerial I do know what you mean - I just can't do the hours and hours that I used to. Very frustrating, but we're all getting a bit older. Chris. |
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Post by Penguin45 on Aug 27, 2014 18:21:30 GMT
Rear end of sill finished:  Extension piece made and attached for the bottom of the arch and the closing piece fitted into door shut. A wipe of filler will be required.  Closing panel into the back of the sill end. Looking at this pic when I downloaded it from the camera has caused me to shoot back out to the garage and zap in the bits I missed....... Etch primed and seam sealered. Seems pretty d@mn solid now. Just the front to go - it's looking more complicated. Chris. |
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Post by dave1800 on Aug 28, 2014 2:47:12 GMT
You're doing well; I'm envious of your skills. Yes the front is more complex but I'm sure you will use your ingenuity to sort it out. Regards David Rear end of sill finished: Extension piece made and attached for the bottom of the arch and the closing piece fitted into door shut. A wipe of filler will be required. Closing panel into the back of the sill end. Looking at this pic when I downloaded it from the camera has caused me to shoot back out to the garage and zap in the bits I missed....... Etch primed and seam sealered. Seems pretty d@mn solid now. Just the front to go - it's looking more complicated. Chris. |
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Post by tony on Aug 28, 2014 4:59:55 GMT
Chris
It's amazing to read this thread. Your welding skills are impressive. I wonder if any young man here would have the patience to deal with such work like this.
Regards
Tony
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Post by Penguin45 on Aug 28, 2014 20:11:17 GMT
Thank you for your kind words, Tony. Today saw the front of the sill closed off.   This the section at the "A" post - four panels in the end as it got rather complicated trying to work out how to make it from one piece of metal.  Some nice bends and curves in there.  This is the closing panel in the wheel arch. And that's it for the construction side of things - she's solid. I really feel like I've achieved something! Lots of grinding and flatting to come and no doubt there will be odd little bits I've missed, but that's basically it. Chris. |
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Post by Nick RS on Aug 28, 2014 20:33:24 GMT
Chris,
You definitely have achieved something, especially as at times it has been difficult for you to be able to work on it. I just looked back to the beginning of this thread and it really wasn't as obvious how much effort would be needed.
Hats off to you Sir
Nick
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Post by dave1800 on Aug 29, 2014 1:15:55 GMT
Perhaps we should have a Landcrab restoration of the year award; very impressive indeed Chris. David Chris, You definitely have achieved something, especially as at times it has been difficult for you to be able to work on it. I just looked back to the beginning of this thread and it really wasn't as obvious how much effort would be needed. Hats off to you Sir Nick |
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Post by peppib on Aug 29, 2014 12:58:26 GMT
Just read the thread from the beginning. Tremendous dedication and skill. Know what you mean about health problems and it limiting what can be done, and the amount of time available before running out of steam. definitely a candidate for Landcrab restoration of the year award
Brilliant work
Dave
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Post by Penguin45 on Aug 29, 2014 18:09:18 GMT
Thanks, chaps. I've actually thoroughly enjoyed it really.
Next step will be to clean off the entire underside, get it painted and protected, then run in new brake and fuel lines. After that, back onto it's wheels and see about sorting out filler ready for paint.
Doors and bonnet need some work, so that'll have to be fitted in.
But first - a grand clear out. The garage is a tip.
Chris.
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Post by Penguin45 on Aug 30, 2014 12:38:07 GMT
and no doubt there will be odd little bits I've missed, Like the entire top edge of the o/s sill........  It's on now.  Chris. |
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Post by Penguin45 on Sept 4, 2014 17:12:13 GMT
DUST CLOUD OVER YEADON - PENGUIN45 TO BLAME. CLOUD LAST SEEN HEADING FOR POMPEII. Started playing with filler, rather than blitzing the garage. If I had tidied the garage, I'd only have filled it with filler dust, see? That's my excuse and I'm sticking to it. So, starting back where I started all those months ago, we now have a respectable looking rear valance. I'm still amazed at how much you have to dollop on to get the line right and how little is left when you finish flatting back.  Greeny bits are minute wipes of stopper. Despite using a good quality U-Pol filler, there was still a fair amount of "pick-up" by the sandpaper, leaving tiny pinholes.  And after two coats of primer. Typically, the paint shows up a couple of minor imperfections which are going to stay. I'm intending to stonechip the bottom section, then the bumper will fit over the lot. Chris. |
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Post by indianajones on Sept 4, 2014 19:56:48 GMT
Isn't the saying along the lines of "filler, if used correctly, is 99% wasted" ?
I also note the cup of tea in the work area, I'm guilty of that too hah
-Andrew
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Post by peppib on Sept 4, 2014 20:33:35 GMT
After months of filling, sanding, painting, filling again, sanding, painting (repeat again and again) mine still has pinpricks, and in some cases craters, even bits I have missed altogether. I have given up for this year. As long as it is viewed from 6ft+ away it looks OK and will do until spring
Previous restorations (both Morris Minors) have taught me that the filling/finishing bit is the most difficult/frustrating so your dust cloud is set to get much worse. Start to worry when you have to notify the CAA about the potential hazard to passing aircraft
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Post by Penguin45 on Sept 4, 2014 23:34:26 GMT
Isn't the saying along the lines of "filler, if used correctly, is 99% wasted" ? True. The amount that comes off is amazing. The big white line is pretty thin - it's a bit thicker over to the left where the big section was let in, but that was the area where some heat distortion also occured. I take solace in it being all metal underneath. I also note the cup of tea in the work area, I'm guilty of that too hah -Andrew Work without tea? Damn it man, I'm British - nothing would happen without tea. Now spot the penguin...... Chris. |
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Some nice bends and curves in there. 
It's on now. 
