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Rolled the LJ - what to do next?

Started by _jklumpp_ , Aug 15 2016 08:15 AM

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Posted 02 September 2016 - 10:21 AM

http://www.gumtree.c...cars/1121257931


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Posted 02 September 2016 - 11:20 AM

Thanks Adam,

I've been scanning Gumtree, ebay & classifieds this morning too, and I have sent him an email...


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Posted 29 September 2016 - 08:42 PM

Update:

Delivered the stripped car out to the panel beater this week, ready for a good massage.

 

The panel beater I have gone with wants to try & fix the original roof & structure, and worst case will put on a new skin, rather than cutting pillars....

We'll see how it goes.

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Posted 29 September 2016 - 08:53 PM

You will bring here back up to scratch.

 

 

 

 

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Posted 30 September 2016 - 06:58 AM

Yeah that looks an easy fix for an actual panel beater (most these days should be called panel replacers).

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Posted 30 September 2016 - 08:35 PM

Does not look as bad as thought it would be from a roll-over.


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Posted 30 September 2016 - 08:46 PM

They need to do new roof top panel and new rear guards for LJ's, as there is new front guards and front nose panels and beaver panels, or dare i say it: New Shells :)


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Posted 01 October 2016 - 11:04 PM

Who did you end up going with for the work?

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Posted 02 October 2016 - 08:14 PM

Looks like a better roof skin here? http://www.gmh-toran...e-3#entry973406

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Posted 03 October 2016 - 05:34 PM

Hi xu2, yes they definitely need to do replacement 1/4 panels, turrets, bonnets, taillight panels & obviously door's. & why shouldn't you be able to say body shells ! You didn't mention anything dodgy. Imagine if you could buy a xy gt replacement shell for say 25k, you'd put that into getting a xy + the parts. People could build what they wanted, 1 of the guys i know built a new shell hotrod probably about 10 years ago got it painted,fitted a crate engine & box, bought a jag rear & painless wiring took him like 6 months to do & he was cruising for around 55k. Reckons it was easy & enjoyable to do. Gary.

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Posted 04 October 2016 - 10:10 AM

These cars must be popular enough for them to make new Front Guards and the other panel parts they make, I am amazed that Rear 1/4 Guards are not made all ready. They did have door skins for 2-Door LC/LJ, I assume they are still available to buy. I guess if a Forum member had some new old stock left&right Rear 1/4 Guards and did some sort of Loan/Deal with who ever making the new parts (Rear Spares) or the Guy in Qld Jeff Bloom etc to get them done.

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Posted 10 October 2016 - 03:53 PM

Thanks Guys,

Chris I went with Steve @ Rust & Smash.

I actually had a couple of 2 door roof cuts lined up, but when I spoke with Steve he wanted to have a go at getting it straight first, and worse case pick the spot welds & put on a replacement skin.... which is even better because then we could use a 4 door roof which are even easier to come by!


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Posted 10 October 2016 - 04:35 PM

Thanks Guys,

Chris I went with Steve @ Rust & Smash.

I actually had a couple of 2 door roof cuts lined up, but when I spoke with Steve he wanted to have a go at getting it straight first, and worse case pick the spot welds & put on a replacement skin.... which is even better because then we could use a 4 door roof which are even easier to come by!

Just remember the turret is continuous seam welded to the roof rails on either side not spot welded.


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Posted 13 October 2016 - 07:33 AM

Dropped into the panel shop yesterday to check on the progress - arriving to see the car sitting there with a straight(ish) roof once again put a smile on my face!

The windscreen fits in the opening and the doors are now closing properly, but a bit more tweaking to do to get the gaps right....

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Posted 13 October 2016 - 08:27 AM

That looks much better! Good to see its on the way back!


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Posted 13 October 2016 - 12:02 PM

looks like they know their stuff!


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Posted 13 October 2016 - 02:13 PM

Got to love progress, some panel beaters are slow.


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Posted 13 October 2016 - 04:20 PM

Looking Good


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Posted 18 October 2016 - 03:57 PM

Sorry to hear about the roll over, sounds like a bit of a freak accident but glad your dad's ok.

 

Looks like the repair is coming along great.


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Posted 26 October 2016 - 03:51 PM

And some more progress...

Really happy with how it is coming along, and the Panel guys are doing a great job - I'm sure hourly rate helps, but I really appreciate that he is taking the time to do it right - it's exactly what i was looking for.

Sure, on the outside you see a lot of bog, but check out the inside of the roof - I ran my hand over it & it felt as smooth as a new panel!

It should be ready for Hi-Fill next week, and then painting soon.



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Posted 26 October 2016 - 05:16 PM

Getting there now


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Posted 26 October 2016 - 07:56 PM

Steve is a good guy and a stickler for quality workmanship. 

Glad to see its working out well. Its always makes me a bit nervous to make recommendations just in case something goes south


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Posted 27 October 2016 - 03:14 PM

Progress looks ok. You should be racing agin very soon.


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Posted 09 January 2017 - 03:18 PM

it's been a while since an update.... had a little mishap that has had me laid up for a while!
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Yep, 2016 was pretty shit....

But the Torana has progressed on in the background, and I got a call today from the panel shop saying it's ready to be picked up!! :clap: :D

I'll pick it up on Wednesday, and put up some photos....

2017, you're looking much better already!! ;)

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Posted 09 January 2017 - 03:21 PM

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