Jase Posted April 13, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 13, 2021 8 hours ago, Geko said: I think you ought to explain why chroming the tip of the steering column. Took me some scroll up to understand Just for fun on that bit. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Z320 Posted April 14, 2021 Report Share Posted April 14, 2021 For that you get 5 from 5 possible ichiban stickers from me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 14, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 14, 2021 Thank you TRGB for the correct plug leads.   Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted April 15, 2021 Report Share Posted April 15, 2021 14 hours ago, Jase said: Thank you TRGB for the correct plug leads.   Yikes! "Reaches for sunglasses!" Theyre bright. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 15, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2021 22 minutes ago, stuart said: Yikes! "Reaches for sunglasses!" Theyre bright. Stuart. Bling, bling  at least it pulls your eyes away from the rust. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Geko Posted April 15, 2021 Report Share Posted April 15, 2021 Did you plan for any substantial jobs ? (no pun intended) Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 15, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 15, 2021 Nothing at the moment, just use it and enjoy it as much as possible. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 16, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2021 My dashboard coating is in poor condition, cracking off but the veneer is in good condition underneath except for a small part by the driver’s vent. Can anyone advise on the veneer that is used on these dashboards? I think I could slice a piece in there and re-coat the dashboard of f I can remove it without damaging the veneer.  Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rcreweread Posted April 16, 2021 Report Share Posted April 16, 2021 1 hour ago, Jase said: My dashboard coating is in poor condition, cracking off but the veneer is in good condition underneath except for a small part by the driver’s vent. Can anyone advise on the veneer that is used on these dashboards? I think I could slice a piece in there and re-coat the dashboard of f I can remove it without damaging the veneer.  Jason - it's American Walnut, but often mistakenly called Teak which it isn't. I think the issue you will have more so than replacing the missing bits of veneer is the discolouration that has occurred between those areas where the lacquer has peeled off and the adjacent areas where it hasn't - I fear you could put in a lot time and effort and end up disappointed - don't get me wrong, there have been a number of examples of other forumites doing this and ending up with superb results, but I suspect we don't hear about the less successful attempts.  Also the thin ends around the air vents often warp and they are not easy to flatten so they stay flat. If you decide to bin your idea and go for a new one, there are some very nice non standard veneers you can choose from and have matching door cappings as well, if that takes your fancy - I can probably help if you want to go down that route. Cheers Rich Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 16, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2021 Thanks Rich, appreciate the detailed answer, good points about the discolouration. Will need to explore. Happier with my wheel and stalk make over now. Just need more sun. Â Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted April 16, 2021 Report Share Posted April 16, 2021 2 minutes ago, Jase said: Thanks Rich, appreciate the detailed answer, good points about the discolouration. Will need to explore. Happier with my wheel and stalk make over now. Just need more sun. Â I have used these guys to restore a dash very similar condition to yours, with cracking and water damage at each end and they did a superb job and restored a woodrim steering wheel so they both matched, not cheap but absolutely the best job Ive ever seen. http://www.silvercrest-woodtrim.co.uk/ Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 16, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 16, 2021 Thanks Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
aleda Posted April 17, 2021 Report Share Posted April 17, 2021 Hi Jase - I am so enjoying reading through your journey with your ‘green goddess’ can’t remember if you have named her yet     As you say this forum is great. I refurbed my dash a couple of years ago now, always keen to keep everything original as far as possible.  I discovered a great little furniture refurb business in  Moulsham Mill, Chelmsford. He also offers training places to people recovering from mental health problems to get them back on their feet.  He was very reasonable and I was very happy with the results.  Long way from your home though but perhaps it’s a route to consider. I was feeling a bit low as my engineer found yet another ‘hole’ in ‘Betty’ but I’m inspired again with your enthusiasm Christine Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 17, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 17, 2021 1 hour ago, aleda said: Hi Jase - I am so enjoying reading through your journey with your ‘green goddess’ can’t remember if you have named her yet     As you say this forum is great. I refurbed my dash a couple of years ago now, always keen to keep everything original as far as possible.  I discovered a great little furniture refurb business in  Moulsham Mill, Chelmsford. He also offers training places to people recovering from mental health problems to get them back on their feet.  He was very reasonable and I was very happy with the results.  Long way from your home though but perhaps it’s a route to consider. I was feeling a bit low as my engineer found yet another ‘hole’ in ‘Betty’ but I’m inspired again with your enthusiasm Christine Thanks Christine, yes we have a name which we have inherited from the PO who owned the car for 35 years - Mabel. The help and guidance on this forum is amazing, always wanted a TR and this car is just right for me, I can tinker and improve and still use her. She maybe a little battered but everyone stops to talk to you (even now) and it's great fun. I just plan out my time and jobs now, I have quite a few holes that need addressing but most are cosmetic. Hope all goes well with Betty, summer is almost here. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 24, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 24, 2021 (edited) My seatbelt issue, looks like the holes were drilled in the wrong place. I will eventually weld this up and attach proper reinforcement plates top and bottom for the belts. Love a bodge   Edited April 24, 2021 by Jase Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Geko Posted April 25, 2021 Report Share Posted April 25, 2021 these holes are original and also used as lifting point for the body Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 25, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2021 56 minutes ago, Geko said: these holes are original and also used as lifting point for the body So why is my frame catching the plastic section of the seatbelt? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Geko Posted April 25, 2021 Report Share Posted April 25, 2021 Because there was no 3 points seat belts at the time, only lap seat belts, if any at all. The hole used for seat belt anchor is an afterthought Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bfg Posted April 25, 2021 Report Share Posted April 25, 2021 4 hours ago, Jase said: So why is my frame catching the plastic section of the seatbelt? Because your hood frame is also not original ? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 25, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 25, 2021 Both good points Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stillp Posted April 25, 2021 Report Share Posted April 25, 2021 3 hours ago, Geko said: Because there was no 3 points seat belts at the time, only lap seat belts, if any at all. In 1965? Are you sure of that? I've had a number of 1965 cars that have had 3-point belts from new. Pete Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bfg Posted April 26, 2021 Report Share Posted April 26, 2021 3-point seat belts yes, but not inertia reel perhaps ?  And if so., a fixed seat belt mount on top of the wheelarch would have been lower profile than that of a rotating buckle. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie D Posted April 26, 2021 Report Share Posted April 26, 2021 I think in the US they were still using only lap belts into the 1970's . Maybe that is what is causing the confusion. Â Charlie Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stuart Posted April 26, 2021 Report Share Posted April 26, 2021 17 hours ago, Geko said: Because there was no 3 points seat belts at the time, only lap seat belts, if any at all. The hole used for seat belt anchor is an afterthought They were fitted by 1965 anyway to UK cars, 2 point belts werent legal in this country, the TR4 seat belt mounts were used for lifting but they were in a different place. Stuart. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Jase Posted April 26, 2021 Author Report Share Posted April 26, 2021 I'm guessing a TR6 would have had inertia seatbelts? How was this problem resolved? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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