8 replies to this topic

[sonscar]

To replace the sills I removed the door.The door post has a "fat" spot on it's side face approx50mm deep.This is obviously caused by rusting between double skins.Not being intimately familiar with minis how is this constructed so I can make an informed opinion on how to proceed.I do not want to embark on a restoration,but a sound repair.Thanks Steve..

[sonikk4]

Steve have a look at Project Paddy in my signature, about halfway through or a bit further you will see the build up.

[sonscar]

Thanks for the pointers,I have kept this car going with Mot welding repairs for years as my son was always in a hurry and am trying now to undo some of them.You excellent sill guide was invaluable.Thanks Steve..

[Verderad]

Hope these helps. Pics of APost, post with APanel removed. And a pick of the panel that sits between A post and inner wing.
https://imgur.com/gallery/tKZEdes

[sonscar]

Thanks for the reply,I have now cut out the offending area and will repair it tomorrow.Steve..

[MikeRotherham]

I couldn't get my head round how the A post was constructed and found this video on Youtube very helpful.

 

 

I hope Sean C won't mind me linking this. His content is very good and delivered in his own inimitable style.

[sonscar]

Thanks for the info.I couldnot resist a poke at it.Someone had been here before with a repair.I cut out thr hole and will repair later.  005.JPG   71.72K   3 downloads

[sonscar]

patch welded in ready for finishing

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[DAD10]

Nice welding

Edited by DAD10, 31 October 2019 - 09:15 PM.