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Posted 09 May 2020 - 08:25 PM
OK, so after much soul searching and being tempted to sell it and give up, I dont give up very well.
So here we go . . .
February 1971 LC GTR, original motor, pretty much terrible condition but complete.
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Edited by r2160, 09 May 2020 - 08:29 PM.
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 08:37 PM
Good on you Glenn, get stuck in to it.
It helps if you have the space, time and plenty of money, otherwise good luck.
Marty
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 08:39 PM
OK, just figuring out how to share photos
Edited by r2160, 09 May 2020 - 08:40 PM.
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 08:44 PM
First task was to remove the front end, it was pretty ordinary
Edited by r2160, 09 May 2020 - 08:45 PM.
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 08:49 PM
Found the front of the outer sill was missing so that was the first thing to remove
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 08:59 PM
Before moving onto replacing the sill, the floor was toast so it was the first thing to be replaced.
and welded in
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Edited by r2160, 09 May 2020 - 08:59 PM.
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 09:02 PM
I then had to replace the inner sill panel, however, I am currently waiting on a new guard to ensure the correct placement of the inner sill.
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 09:05 PM
I have positioned and have the outer sill ready for Installation. I found that it didnt quite fit correctly. However, I have just purchased a shrinker stretcher set, and this enabled me to correct the sizing around the pillar. Fortunately, it appears the pillar on the drivers side is great. I also found that the bottom of the inner piece where the inner sill mounts was also rusted, so I made up a piece and replaced this also.
Edited by r2160, 09 May 2020 - 09:11 PM.
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 09:10 PM
I did find that there was rust at the rear crossmember mount. I cut the side of the mount out and found the mounting tube was also rusted. I got some galvanised tube and made a new inner piece, replaced the rusted metal and rewelded the outer back into place.
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 09:27 PM
While I wait for the guard to arrive, I thought I would check the drivers door. I found that the bottom of the door is pretty ordinary, so I pulled the door skin off and decided to tackle the repair of the door.
The door skin will be a pretty simple repair as it seems pretty good but I have to make a new bottom of the inner.
I bought new metal and made up a piece for the bottom. I used my new shrinker stretcher and started shaping the new piece.
That is the story so far. Still plenty to do . . . Did I mention I have no idea what I am doing . . .
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 10:17 PM
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 10:38 PM
Shrinker Stretchers are great.
How did your outer sill fit at the rear? Mine seams a bit small and I'll have to do some work to get it lined up.
Going great guns.
Marty
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Posted 09 May 2020 - 11:34 PM
Apart from the inside where it fit to the A pillar, it actually fits quite well. I dont know if the Muscle Car parts are different to Rare Spares but the outer sill came from Muscle Car parts. The only thing I had to do was use the stretcher to fit the inside of the A pillar
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Posted 10 May 2020 - 08:59 AM
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Posted 10 May 2020 - 08:35 PM
It is originally a white car with black trim. Fortunately, when I bought the car, while the shell needs a lot of work, the interior is not bad. I could probably put it in as it is, however, it may well end up that I replace it all.]
The car was actually surprisingly complete when it arrived, only a few bits and pieces to collect.
I have been very lucky to know a few great guys that have helped me source mostly metal at this point.
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Posted 10 May 2020 - 10:02 PM
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Posted 11 May 2020 - 06:53 AM
I dont know if the Muscle Car parts are different to Rare Spares but the outer sill came from Muscle Car parts.
Those repro panels come from the same manufacturer.
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Posted 11 May 2020 - 11:43 AM
It's going well Glenn . I'm getting itchy fingers looking at what you are doing.
I like cars.
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Posted 11 May 2020 - 01:27 PM
Nice repairs there Glenn.
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Posted 24 May 2020 - 07:13 PM
OK, not a lot of progress as I found I really needed a folder.
So I decided to make one, perhaps a little too heavy duty for what I need but, what can you do.
The base is 8mm angle and the clamp is 8mm also. In order to have a sharper angle, I have bolted a 3mm piece to the clamp.
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Posted 24 May 2020 - 10:01 PM
Top work Glen, I have been gathering bits to make one as well.
Been a bit slack on it though?
I just keep tapping up bits on the edge of the bench. 
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Posted 25 May 2020 - 01:28 PM
The only issue I have with it at present is I need to get the bottom machined flat. I cannot get a tight bend as it is at present . . .
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Posted 25 May 2020 - 02:09 PM
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Posted 08 June 2020 - 07:55 PM
So, I have been working on the drivers door. The very bottom of the door has rust so it was time to work on this.
I am working on the bottom corner. I decideed that, given the shape is quite complex, I would break it into two pieces.
I made a wooden "mold" of the first half. I then used it to form the metal around it. It took 4 attempts, but I finally got a shape that I was able to put into place.
The piece I have to make
The wooden "mold"
The first half welded in place
Still requires a little adjustment for the second half of the part.
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