83 Gti set to get full resto
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My 83 Gti set to get full restoration
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The resto has been slow lately for one reason or another but hopefully, I can get back on track and get some more progress made.
I have been trying to get hold of an O/S Rear wheel arch/tub which has been harder than anticipated. VW Heritage can get them but not until the end of September I hope to have the welding side of things done by then so I can concentrate on doing the engine conversion, so that was a no no.
Anyway, I have managed to source the tub in two halves I got the inner tub/turret from Cavs (a member on here) and I got the inner arch from my old mucker Andy, a.k.a Hairyarse A massive thanks to these guys as it's going to save me some waiting time that I could do without, thanks lads
I started work on the two halves last night, I started by removing what was left of the chassis rail that was still attached to the tub..
Removing the sealer
After I removed the sealer I moved on to drilling the spot welds with my new spot weld miller, what a tool!! I fully recommend getting one if needed. Bought it from screwfix.
Spot welds removed in seconds with this tool
Chassis rail removed and next to it, the inner arch from Hairyarse.
Mock up of the two halves together
Next task was to start removing the underseal, man this stuff was laid on thick! It has literally taken me all day today to get this stuff off lol
That is as far as I've gotten today, would have done more but I was starting to get high from the sealer fumes
On a side note I managed to get hold of a new rear beam with a brand new Weitec anti roll bar, Coilovers and brand new callipers and disc conversion with braided hoses for a very good price, just couldn't resist
Cheers, Andy.
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How does the pattern part mate up with the wheel tub?
Nice rear beam btw
Andy
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1983 MK1 Golf GTI Campaign Model - Under (looooong) resto!
1962 Rover P4 80
2002 BMW 745i
2008 BMW Z4 2.5Si
LINCOLNSHIRE REGION - https://www.facebook.com/groups/467122313360002/
1983 MK1 Golf GTI Campaign Model - Under (looooong) resto!
1962 Rover P4 80
2002 BMW 745i
2008 BMW Z4 2.5Si
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Andy
LINCOLNSHIRE REGION - https://www.facebook.com/groups/467122313360002/
1983 MK1 Golf GTI Campaign Model - Under (looooong) resto!
1962 Rover P4 80
2002 BMW 745i
2008 BMW Z4 2.5Si
LINCOLNSHIRE REGION - https://www.facebook.com/groups/467122313360002/
1983 MK1 Golf GTI Campaign Model - Under (looooong) resto!
1962 Rover P4 80
2002 BMW 745i
2008 BMW Z4 2.5Si
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sp8y said
Awesome work, you make it look soo easy!
Cheers Sp8y not sure about easy though mate, there's a lot of head scratching going on here
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Nice work removing the underseal it's a complete of a job.
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At least its done now!
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Yomp said
Think I would have paid to have that arch dipped to remove the underseal. Must of been a pain just keeping it still!
At least its done now!
Keeping it still was the worst thing about it I had it on the bench, on the floor, on the bench on the floor…………………………………………………………
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Managed to remove the rear O/S tub, what a nightmare that was lol
My plan for this weekend is to get the two halves of the new tub welded in and make a start on the outer sill but we'll see how it goes. Once that's done there's just the spare wheel well to fit and a bit of work on the floor and the 'A' pillar to sort out, then I'll refit the suspension and get that 20V T fitted
A while back I bought an old grille with the red trim on from Golfc -a member on here- which needed refurbishing so been doing a bit of that every day too. Tokk me three days to do it properly and I'm pleased with the results considering it's just done with rattle cans.
Forgot to take before pics but the grille trim was poorly painted mars red over the top of the laquer on a chrome trim, so I took it right back with different grades of sandpaper
Once that was done it got a coat of etch primer
Then 2 coats of red primer
Followed by three coats of mars red
Turned out nice I reckon
Trial fit
That's all for now peeps, more updates this weekend!!
Cheers, Andy
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I've started on my tub but not had much time on it, was thinking it may be a nightmare to do so you've confirmed my suspicions!
I guess fitting the new one will be easier
Andy
LINCOLNSHIRE REGION - https://www.facebook.com/groups/467122313360002/
1983 MK1 Golf GTI Campaign Model - Under (looooong) resto!
1962 Rover P4 80
2002 BMW 745i
2008 BMW Z4 2.5Si
LINCOLNSHIRE REGION - https://www.facebook.com/groups/467122313360002/
1983 MK1 Golf GTI Campaign Model - Under (looooong) resto!
1962 Rover P4 80
2002 BMW 745i
2008 BMW Z4 2.5Si
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Melteddrummer said
My plan for this weekend is to get the two halves of the new tub welded in and make a start on the outer sill but we'll see how it goes. Once that's done there's just the spare wheel well to fit and a bit of work on the floor and the 'A' pillar to sort out, then I'll refit the suspension and get that 20V T fitted
My weekend plan is; I might just give mine another quick polish before cruising out to Stanford Hall on Sunday to put my feet up and put it on show!
I'll try to think of you toiling away!
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Yomp said
Melteddrummer said
My plan for this weekend is to get the two halves of the new tub welded in and make a start on the outer sill but we'll see how it goes. Once that's done there's just the spare wheel well to fit and a bit of work on the floor and the 'A' pillar to sort out, then I'll refit the suspension and get that 20V T fitted
My weekend plan is; I might just give mine another quick polish before cruising out to Stanford Hall on Sunday to put my feet up and put it on show!
I'll try to think of you toiling away!
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Enjoy your weekend mate!! (hope it doesn't rain ) Get some pics for inspiration for me please!!
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