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Post by happycamper on Jan 29, 2009 0:16:29 GMT 1
Having thought a lot about project clive i could do with some advice from those in the know ;D I have a good idea what i would like to do my plan is (obviously) to work towards a full restoration. I am hoping just to keep him on the road this summer and do a few local events. But am saving (like mad) for the winter but where do i start? i'm thinking engine ,undercarriage followed by the body work?? advice  (pleeease ;D) |
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Post by fast65 on Jan 29, 2009 1:02:09 GMT 1
i would start with the running gear and engine so you can still run about to show etc this year if you start on the body you wont go anyware this year.
andy
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Post by axenige on Jan 29, 2009 1:29:57 GMT 1
If your going to do a "Running Restoration"
Then
1/ Mechanicals and wiring
2/ Welding and bodywork Prep
3/ Paintwork
4/ Window rubbers, interior trim and carpeting.
Well thst how I'd go about it anyway ;D
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Post by Toughjeans on Jan 29, 2009 1:31:30 GMT 1
definately engine! then you don't have to stick to local shows!!  body can come last it wont stop you using it as fasty says  |
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Post by steve66! on Jan 29, 2009 22:57:16 GMT 1
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look at it and see what needs the most urgent attention- no it won't be the curtains!
i'd have to agree with the comments above, but give brakes the once over first!
s
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Post by happycamper on Jan 29, 2009 23:02:50 GMT 1
hey peeps thanks for advice. I shall get clive booked in at Dgs i think and get the smoke problem sorted .  When it comes to restoring can anyone recomend a place that will lower, sort body work and respray etc or is it more of a case of taking it to various individuals???  |
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Post by happycamper on Jan 29, 2009 23:14:47 GMT 1
or- look at it and see what needs the most urgent attention- no it won't be the curtains! i'd have to agree with the comments above, but give brakes the once over first! s Are us girlies really that predictable  fabric and interior sorted!!! but will get those brakes looked at  |
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Post by carpetmark on Jan 30, 2009 0:43:57 GMT 1
hey peeps thanks for advice. I shall get clive booked in at Dgs i think and get the smoke problem sorted . When it comes to restoring can anyone recomend a place that will lower, sort body work and respray etc or is it more of a case of taking it to various individuals??? Most body shops will do panel replacement but if you need chassis work doing its best to go to a proper quailified welder. I am currently having all chassis work and panels replaced by a good qualified welder he will also be doing the lowering work and fitting a new narrow adjustable beam. When he is finished the van will go off the body shop for final body prep and paint. Hope this helps  |
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Post by axenige on Jan 31, 2009 1:44:42 GMT 1
Having just noted what Marks posted about chassis work. Please note if your going to need or want to weld the chassis, plus replace major panels, its best practice to do the chassis first, then the repaired and strengthened chassis frame acts as a jig for all you new panels while there welded, which helps to reduce the chance of a bad fit or stress cracks in your new panel work, at a latter date. |
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