Gracie's return to as New - Page 4

Alf ista · Nov 10th, 2009, 12:59

Taking shape. I feel you may regret not bringing the camera at a later date though. Its nice to have a good record. The garage may not take as many pics as you would. Nevertheless, its great to see a job well done!

Dibble · Nov 10th, 2009, 16:43

Hi Gillberry,
your car coming along fine. I note what you say about the pictures and camera. My 120 is probably about the same stage as yours and there are two Polish guys involved in the car. One of whom is the spray painter. They are showing great enthusiasm and they too are taking pictures as they progress. I have told them it will be at the BKV next year and they had better make a good job. We shall see! The complete engine compartment is now painted and looking great. Quite exciting isn't it?

gillberry · Nov 10th, 2009, 16:50

Yes really exciting , as long as you don't think about the cost although where else can you get an as new amazon

. Its interesting seeing the old rusty metal cut out and new metal put back in .

swedishandgerman · Nov 11th, 2009, 09:21

That Amazon Estate is lovely!

I know what you mean about forgetting to take your camera! Luckily the bodyshop I used took loads of photos and put them in the gallery on their website.

www.phoenix-coachworks.co.uk

222s · Nov 11th, 2009, 14:44

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Originally Posted by gillberry

Yes really exciting , as long as you don't think about the cost although where else can you get an as new amazon

. Its interesting seeing the old rusty metal cut out and new metal put back in .

Indeed - my car is slowly undergoing a similar process, an area at a time.

Rather surprising though to see how much rot they found in what was a seemingly very good car - just goes to show how well rust can hide....

Looking forward to seeing the progress

gillberry · Nov 18th, 2009, 15:11

Took the camera today ,

This side had had various wheelarch repairs done and the old rusty metal left underneath , not now though . (the wing in the corner of the pic belongs to a 1930's Railton , I suppose I should take some pics of the other cars being worked on )

There were holes at each end of this panel as the drain holes were getting blocked , when they put her back together there will be larger drain holes .

Both right and left of the screen had lots of rust bubbles that had gone thru to the inside . Ther nearside still looks scruffy as the lead loading is not yet finished .

Sorry about being pic heavy but you can see proper metal not rust . The next stage is to trial fit the front doors to make sure all the gaps are good before the bare metal strip and repaint .

Alf ista · Nov 19th, 2009, 00:22

Fabulous! Never apologise for too many pics, the more the better. Great to see it being done right. Roll on the next update.

222s · Nov 19th, 2009, 17:17

Ouch! That's a lot of fresh steel in the rear quarters. Had to have similar work done to mine too. Btw, in the corners under the reflectors, make sure that they have repaired all the inner structure & laminates properly as well. The outer skin rusts there due to water getting trapped between the outer skin and inner structure....

Given that the rear quarters rot out mainly due to water leaks from the rear side windows and the quality of the other 'repairs' that have been uncovered, I'd recommend removing all the paint from the panelwork at the base of those windows, to make sure that it is rust free, and not bodged!

gillberry · Nov 19th, 2009, 17:52

Quote:

Originally Posted by 222s

Ouch! That's a lot of fresh steel in the rear quarters. Had to have similar work done to mine too. Btw, in the corners under the reflectors, make sure that they have repaired all the inner structure & laminates properly as well. The outer skin rusts there due to water getting trapped between the outer skin and inner structure....

Given that the rear quarters rot out mainly due to water leaks from the rear side windows and the quality of the other 'repairs' that have been uncovered, I'd recommend removing all the paint from the panelwork at the base of those windows, to make sure that it is rust free, and not bodged!

The main reason for so much fresh steel was being able to get repair panels , within the next few weeks she will be stripped to bare metal . On top of that these guys know there stuff and so far where they have said repairs were needed or it looks like filler or fibre glass they have been absolutely spot on .

gillberry · Nov 28th, 2009, 13:18

Have a look T this clip of the people who are doing Gracie
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVLAzxrM1lA

Nov 10th, 2009, 12:59	#31
Alf ista Premier Member Last Online: May 21st, 2024 11:46 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Co. Cork, Ireland.	Taking shape. I feel you may regret not bringing the camera at a later date though. Its nice to have a good record. The garage may not take as many pics as you would. Nevertheless, its great to see a job well done! __________________ 1970 Volvo Amazon 131 with a B20A and an M40.

Nov 10th, 2009, 16:43	#32
Dibble VOC Member Last Online: May 23rd, 2024 21:14 Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Cupar, Fife	Gracie Hi Gillberry, your car coming along fine. I note what you say about the pictures and camera. My 120 is probably about the same stage as yours and there are two Polish guys involved in the car. One of whom is the spray painter. They are showing great enthusiasm and they too are taking pictures as they progress. I have told them it will be at the BKV next year and they had better make a good job. We shall see! The complete engine compartment is now painted and looking great. Quite exciting isn't it?

Nov 10th, 2009, 16:50	#33
gillberry VOC Member Last Online: May 23rd, 2024 15:37 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: norwich View Photos By: gillberry	Yes really exciting , as long as you don't think about the cost although where else can you get an as new amazon . Its interesting seeing the old rusty metal cut out and new metal put back in . __________________ 1968 Amazon estate (Gracie). 2003 Vauxhall astra estate (her car) 2009 XC90 (Jo) . Not forgetting 1967 Cheltenham Nyala (caravan)

Nov 18th, 2009, 15:11	#36
gillberry VOC Member Last Online: May 23rd, 2024 15:37 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: norwich View Photos By: gillberry	Took the camera today , This side had had various wheelarch repairs done and the old rusty metal left underneath , not now though . (the wing in the corner of the pic belongs to a 1930's Railton , I suppose I should take some pics of the other cars being worked on ) There were holes at each end of this panel as the drain holes were getting blocked , when they put her back together there will be larger drain holes . Both right and left of the screen had lots of rust bubbles that had gone thru to the inside . Ther nearside still looks scruffy as the lead loading is not yet finished . Sorry about being pic heavy but you can see proper metal not rust . The next stage is to trial fit the front doors to make sure all the gaps are good before the bare metal strip and repaint . __________________ 1968 Amazon estate (Gracie). 2003 Vauxhall astra estate (her car) 2009 XC90 (Jo) . Not forgetting 1967 Cheltenham Nyala (caravan)

Nov 19th, 2009, 00:22	#37
Alf ista Premier Member Last Online: May 21st, 2024 11:46 Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Co. Cork, Ireland.	Fabulous! Never apologise for too many pics, the more the better. Great to see it being done right. Roll on the next update. __________________ 1970 Volvo Amazon 131 with a B20A and an M40.

Nov 11th, 2009, 09:21	#34
swedishandgerman Premier Member Last Online: Oct 23rd, 2023 21:39 Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: EXETER	That Amazon Estate is lovely! I know what you mean about forgetting to take your camera! Luckily the bodyshop I used took loads of photos and put them in the gallery on their website. www.phoenix-coachworks.co.uk

Nov 19th, 2009, 17:17	#38
222s Amazoniste Last Online: Sep 19th, 2016 21:52 Join Date: Nov 2002 Location: Emsworth View Photos By: 222s	Ouch! That's a lot of fresh steel in the rear quarters. Had to have similar work done to mine too. Btw, in the corners under the reflectors, make sure that they have repaired all the inner structure & laminates properly as well. The outer skin rusts there due to water getting trapped between the outer skin and inner structure.... Given that the rear quarters rot out mainly due to water leaks from the rear side windows and the quality of the other 'repairs' that have been uncovered, I'd recommend removing all the paint from the panelwork at the base of those windows, to make sure that it is rust free, and not bodged! __________________ Paul - 1967 Amazon 222S B20 o/d Estate & 1961 A-H Sprite Mk2 948cc WANTED - For '67 Amazon estate - offside rear quarter, preferably new old stock.

Nov 28th, 2009, 13:18	#40
gillberry VOC Member Last Online: May 23rd, 2024 15:37 Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: norwich View Photos By: gillberry	Have a look T this clip of the people who are doing Gracie http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DVLAzxrM1lA __________________ 1968 Amazon estate (Gracie). 2003 Vauxhall astra estate (her car) 2009 XC90 (Jo) . Not forgetting 1967 Cheltenham Nyala (caravan)

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