Matthew Randell's Journal - Body Off

adelaide, Australia

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Body Off

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matthew randell — Posted on The MG Experience
Thursday January 7, 2010 4:38 AM

Skipping forward here. The sills finishe and the body braced (although not needed it turned out) I built a simple dolly to move the body around for ease of repair.

body and chassis separated

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Doglegs

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matthew randell — Posted on The MG Experience
Thursday January 7, 2010 4:33 AM

The rear doglegs were, of course quite rusted. I considered buying new patch panels but thought I'd have a go myself first. They were a little tricky to make, quite time consuming, but the finished effect is very pleasing. I think they'll be ok when filled and painted.It's really quite amazing what you can achieve with a reasonable MIG.
I should point out that I have restored three vintage cars before this, but they are coach built, timber framed metal bodies. I have had to learn a new set of skills here. That's the fun!

dogleg repaired

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Sills, B And A Pillars

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matthew randell — Posted on The MG Experience
Thursday January 7, 2010 4:27 AM

Very rusted! I built the new inner sills and all repair pieces from 1mm zincalume. Barney's site was invaluable. Actually, It's not that hard, just requires patience and careful measuring. The pieces are plug welded in place. I bought the outer sills from Kilomartins here in Aus and they fitted perfectly.
I had to completely rebuild the B pillar but only the bottom half of the A.

new sill

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Work Started. October 2009

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matthew randell — Posted on The MG Experience
Thursday January 7, 2010 4:20 AM

Ive had this car for about four years. It was last on the road in 1977 and has been previously 'restored'. The car came to me with a 15 NLA motor fitted and I have now fitted a 3 brg 1800 bored out 40 thou. The brakes, steering, suspension gearbox etc have all been rebuilt and I have been driving the car for a couple of years. However, the body is shabby and the only way to fix it is a complete rebuild.
Before the body could be removed I had to tackle the sills. I must say I was surprised by the extent of the rot in the car as it had always felt solid and drove well.
I have never really used a MIG welder in anger so generally I was pleased with the standard of the work ; and I'm getting better.