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RhysN | Posted - 22 Sep 2018 : 16:55:43 Given that I know I'm going to have a huge number of questions as I move through this I figured the only way is to post as a project. I purchased the car and it arrived here just a week ago. As could be expected there is more to do than I had hoped for, but truly expected that my "inspection" would not have been adequate, and it wasn't. Reasons for that include, that it was close to me, looked pretty good and the price suited me. Obviously there were previous "repairs", only a museum piece wouldn't, would it? How good are they? So far not too good in the bits I have found. The usual places seem fair so far, it's the ones I didn't expect that aren't flash.
The floorpan to firewall is sound, as are rear shock mounts.
The front lower left corner of the front crossmember is work of art, if filler is art. Steel content is limited to be polite. Front guards both have issues. Repairable, yes, but if there were better ones available it might be more viable. So far I'm struggling to undo the fastenings down the A pillar.
The rear rubber things on the leading edge of guards are truly awful, a rubber casing full of wet rust particles. My local soda blaster has the first set of bits to be blasted and powder coated, the second batch ready to deliver, as are the bumpers and the boot lid handle/light housing to the platers for a refurb. Not bad for a day and a bit? |
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RhysN | Posted - 27 Jan 2021 : 22:27:15 The forum was playing games this afternoon Derek! |
Derek | Posted - 27 Jan 2021 : 10:37:55 Good news is always worth repeating. |
RhysN | Posted - 27 Jan 2021 : 02:14:02 Sigfrid is now tucked up in my nice warm dry shed awaiting the end of this time when we are not supposed to go out. While it would be fun to use it for the days when I really have to go to work I do have a daily that I have no love for that's worth almost nothing There are only now a few tiny things to sort, collectively about 30 minutes work when I get the bits. The worst thing about it being in the shed is that I lose space for the other projects (Morgan 3 wheeler) and I don't have any off street. Thanks to all for the help along the journey, it is appreciated. |
Dynorog | Posted - 18 Nov 2020 : 09:17:19 Too True Cheers
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RhysN | Posted - 18 Nov 2020 : 06:05:51 Yes it was there Rog, but it just expired as there was almost zero interest so I didn't renew the advert. Obviously when you make it shiny folks have a different view. I'm not saying it's rubbish underneath, because it isn't, the only difference is the paint. Now people are saying how great. Personally I would rather see what is under the paint. I have already had people asking if it's for sale, when previously the same people turned their noses up. As they say "nowt so odd as folks" |
Dynorog | Posted - 18 Nov 2020 : 05:03:21 Forget that last post- it’s not there now. Cheers
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Dynorog | Posted - 17 Nov 2020 : 19:53:57 Hi Rhys, Is it That Siigfrid for sale on car and classics? Cheers Roger
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melle | Posted - 17 Nov 2020 : 17:45:39 Nice colour Rhys, looking awesome!
www.saabv4.com |
RhysN | Posted - 17 Nov 2020 : 12:30:46 Melle, I have just emailed you a few! |
RhysN | Posted - 17 Nov 2020 : 12:23:29 I have just been to look! Wow, I am stunned. Have a look on Facebook at Custom Body Repair Ltd, they have done a feature on their page. I hope this link works! https://www.facebook.com/custombodyrepair/photos/pcb.1050405772106015/1050405442106048/ |
melle | Posted - 05 Nov 2020 : 20:33:57 Email them to me and I'll make them magically appear here for all to enjoy.
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RhysN | Posted - 05 Nov 2020 : 18:51:48 if only Melle, I have tried since I took on this project to post photos and failed every time. Sorry but I'm not wasting any more time trying. |
melle | Posted - 04 Nov 2020 : 09:30:05 Pics or it didn't happen!
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RhysN | Posted - 03 Nov 2020 : 02:18:26 My friendly painter, with my agreement went with an updated version of Carolina blue. Not really, it's just close but a 21st century colour with more "zing". Yes, non original. |
James Ranaldi | Posted - 10 Sep 2020 : 20:05:12 Good to see you fired up again Rhys.
ps. I am working on my 96 and those wheel mounting studs that you made up have been extremely useful. Thanks.
Jim
1968 V4 96 ,LHD 1984 99 GL 1992 C900i Convertible 1993 C900 LPT Convertible 1987 C900 2 Door |