Mark69 Posted August 15, 2016 Report Share Posted August 15, 2016 Well done boys, I have to say Steve i'm impressed with your panel reproduction abilities , Sean not sure if you purchased the DVD from trr shop on lead loading, I went to the seminar run by Stuart at iwe , having not seen the DVD Stuart used a stainless steel bone handled kitchen knife like the ones our grandparents used (mine did) . Great for smoothing out the lead. I keep looking in charity shop's haven't found any yet. Anyway well done both and keep up the good work. Mark Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steve T Posted August 15, 2016 Report Share Posted August 15, 2016 Thanks Mark, I didn't actually need the complete panel but just wanted to see if I could make it. The 69 car will need them though when I get onto it. Knocked up what I actually need this evening so it's all set for welding in. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SeanF Posted August 15, 2016 Report Share Posted August 15, 2016 Thanks Mark. I haven't purchased the DVD, but I have watched the video of one of Stuart's seminars on the website. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted August 16, 2016 Report Share Posted August 16, 2016 Well done boys, I have to say Steve i'm impressed with your panel reproduction abilities , Sean not sure if you purchased the DVD from trr shop on lead loading, I went to the seminar run by Stuart at iwe , having not seen the DVD Stuart used a stainless steel bone handled kitchen knife like the ones our grandparents used (mine did) . Great for smoothing out the lead. I keep looking in charity shop's haven't found any yet. Anyway well done both and keep up the good work. Mark Here you go Mark http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mixed-Lot-of-8-Large-Vintage-Firth-Stainless-Steel-Table-Knives-Butter-Knives-/262566936528?hash=item3d22357fd0:g:SVIAAOSwTZ1Xly0r Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mark69 Posted August 16, 2016 Report Share Posted August 16, 2016 Here you go Mark http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mixed-Lot-of-8-Large-Vintage-Firth-Stainless-Steel-Table-Knives-Butter-Knives-/262566936528?hash=item3d22357fd0:g:SVIAAOSwTZ1Xly0r Stuart. Thanks Stuart, didn't think to look on ebay.Mark Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steve T Posted August 21, 2016 Report Share Posted August 21, 2016 Bad TR restoration weekend ( done nothing )....good bargain electric roller shutter garage door modification weekend though!! ???? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steve T Posted August 30, 2016 Report Share Posted August 30, 2016 Done some more plating and general hole filling. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steve T Posted September 4, 2016 Report Share Posted September 4, 2016 (edited) Replaced the front panel, n/s inner wing, n/s inner arch lower repair and bit more paint stripping. Satisfying weekends work!! Edited September 4, 2016 by Steve T Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mike3739 Posted September 4, 2016 Report Share Posted September 4, 2016 Another piece of great work Steve well done love seeing your efforts. Cheers Mike Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Tim D. Posted September 4, 2016 Report Share Posted September 4, 2016 Working on my other classic, an MG midget. Changed the gearbox oil, refilled the differential, tightened the gearbox bolts (solving knock) and fitting a USB port. Goodwood next weekend if the weather's good. Cheers Tim Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steve T Posted September 4, 2016 Report Share Posted September 4, 2016 Thanks Mike, have to say that I'm thoroughly enjoying it. Sometimes get annoyed with new panels that don't fit, but now I expect it, it's just a question of getting on with it ???? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mike3739 Posted September 4, 2016 Report Share Posted September 4, 2016 Thanks Mike, have to say that I'm thoroughly enjoying it. Sometimes get annoyed with new panels that don't fit, but now I expect it, it's just a question of getting on with it Credit where Credit is due Can understand the frustration Cheers Mike. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TRsixchris Posted September 7, 2016 Report Share Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) I have been modifying the wiring so that all the high current switching is via relays. I already had a relay for the fuel pump but added further relays for Ignition, high and low beam and Radiator fan. I also replaced the fuse box with a 10 blade unit that comes with connectors to allow multiple circuits to be fed from a single feed. A master fuse to the fuse box supply. I made a mounting plate out of aluminium to fix the new fuse box and relays to so that I didnt have to drill any new holes in the inner wing. The loom was stripped back so that I could add some extra cables for the additional alternator feed, fan and so that I could pick up the feeds for the lights. All worked OK except that once started I couldnt turn the engine off. This was due to enough current passing back through the alternator warning light cct to keep the ignition relay coil energised. A series diode in the warning light feed sorted out that issue. Chris Edited September 7, 2016 by TRsixchris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
peejay4A Posted September 9, 2016 Report Share Posted September 9, 2016 I don't think I would have run the ignition through a relay. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Steve T Posted September 10, 2016 Report Share Posted September 10, 2016 Had the cutting disc to the new inner wing yet again in an attempt to get the outter wing to fit properly. Happy with the fit of the outer wing now. Just need to alter the inner wing return flange so the bolt holes line up now!! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mark69 Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 (edited) On 8/16/2016 at 10:33 AM, stuart said: Here you go Mark http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mixed-Lot-of-8-Large-Vintage-Firth-Stainless-Steel-Table-Knives-Butter-Knives-/262566936528?hash=item3d22357fd0:g:SVIAAOSwTZ1Xly0r Stuart. Picked 6 of these knives up at local flea market 50p each , wife commandeered 4 for the kitchen . Brand NOS Bargain just need lead and thinning stuff. Edited April 14, 2020 by Mark69 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
TRsixchris Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 (edited) Pete, I don't why an ignition relay is a problem. The relay feeds all the ignition switched circuits except the fuel pump and fan (although it does feed the relay coils of these) and this is common practice in vehicles today. As well as improved lighting and protection for the wiring loom I wanted to reduce the load on the cars switchgear including the ignition switch. Chris Edited September 12, 2016 by TRsixchris Quote Link to post Share on other sites
marki Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 Starting to wire up this lot !!!!!!!! Mark. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
peejay4A Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 Pete, I don't why an ignition relay is a problem. The relay feeds all the ignition switched circuits except the fuel pump and fan (although it does feed the relay coils of these) and this is common practice in vehicles today. As well as improved lighting and protection for the wiring loom I wanted to reduce the load on the cars switchgear including the ignition switch. Chris Personally Chris I wouldn't risk a relay failing and leaving me without ignition on a motorway in the overtaking lane. It's not a high current item either. Your choice as always though. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted September 12, 2016 Report Share Posted September 12, 2016 Starting to wire up this lot !!!!!!!!image.jpgimage.jpg Mark. Good luck, thats why I opted for a pre built loom. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Mark69 Posted October 1, 2016 Report Share Posted October 1, 2016 (edited) Started work repairing my front wings. I tackled the strap behind the headlamp today needs a little more work but very pleased.Used a piece cut from an old headlamp bowl ,same profile Edited April 14, 2020 by Mark69 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nickffc Posted October 9, 2016 Report Share Posted October 9, 2016 Being a total newbie to restoration I found myself in a position whereby I had restored the chassis without realising that the body needs to be restored on my nicely painted chassis (not happening). So after many weeks I have finally finished the body rotisserie, Let’s hope it works ! BTW Does anyone have a use for the jig that I used to transfer the chassis measurements to the rotisserie as I am just going to cut it up for the metal? Cheers Rob errr.... yes...! about to start my own restoration and planning to take the body off once i replace the floors. i would like to make sure that the chassis is in good order, particularity the back as it seems that my door gaps getting bigger at the top after two years of driving it very very gently...not...! let me know if its still about..cheers nick Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Butty Posted October 12, 2016 Report Share Posted October 12, 2016 Hi Nick Yes still about, and the rate my restoration is going i will be for some time. Sorry the jig a used to transfer the measurements to the rotisserie has been cut up. I have now checked the rotisserie several times and feel that it's accurate enough to allow me to replace most panels with confidence. However the final fitting I will do on the chassis, I doubt that I will be finished with the rotisserie this year, but you are more than welcome to use it when I have finished. Cheers Rob Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Nickffc Posted October 12, 2016 Report Share Posted October 12, 2016 Hey Rob oh well that a shame... back to good old off the floor measurements.....! have you got a thread on the progress....? I've just started the strip out of mine and it would be good to compare work and get some tips....!!! ...and your not that far from me either... cheers Nick Quote Link to post Share on other sites
SeanF Posted October 15, 2016 Report Share Posted October 15, 2016 Steve T very kindly agreed to make me a pair of his front filler pieces. Very good price and I'm very happy with them. Saved a lot of cutting and welding. I fitted the driver's side a couple of weeks ago while I was doing the front inner wing. Worked a treat. Thanks Steve! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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