Pistolpete's Mars Red Mk1 GTi restoration
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Restoration thread for my 1983 Y-reg Mars Red GTi, non-sunroof model
I know what you mean about the zinc plating. To be honest, I'll probably buy a home plating kit when I come to restore the engine and ancillaries as it'll be all little bits and pieces.
Did you sell your red Mk1 tintop? I was surprised you decided to sell.
Nut & Bolt Resto Complete (Mars Red GTi original): https://vwgolfmk1.org.uk/forum/index.php?page=topicview&type=misc&id=projects%2Fyour-mk1-golfs_2%2Fpistolpete-s-mars-red&start__keyed=
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The zinc plating really looks the biz but does discolour over time with both heat from the engine and I guess oxidation. I bought the kit too. Never used it. Take loads of pictures of all the bits at least that what I did. Have an archive of pictures now!
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Hopefully things will progress a bit quicker now. Having said that, I've started looking at electroplating kits !!!! This project has definitely grown arms and legs, what started as a stripped thread in the front hub has become a full concourse resto. I just want to get the shell finished so I can start putting it all back together.
Nut & Bolt Resto Complete (Mars Red GTi original): https://vwgolfmk1.org.uk/forum/index.php?page=topicview&type=misc&id=projects%2Fyour-mk1-golfs_2%2Fpistolpete-s-mars-red&start__keyed=
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After this I re-applied the Hydrate 80 after some more thorough degreasing with Xylene and left to dry for the day. Went back out this evening and have got a fair bit coated now in the Bilt Hamber Epoxy Mastic. This stuff is really nice to use, goes on really well and covers very nicely. It still stinks as the hardener also contains Xylene so you need a well ventilated area when using it. Pleased with the finish so far.
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Nut & Bolt Resto Complete (Mars Red GTi original): https://vwgolfmk1.org.uk/forum/index.php?page=topicview&type=misc&id=projects%2Fyour-mk1-golfs_2%2Fpistolpete-s-mars-red&start__keyed=
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Des, the Epoxy Mastic is a 2-pack resin which is for corrosion protection. I will be priming and then top coating the whole lot in a fresh coat of Mars Red.
You must be getting the green machine out soon. I must hook up with you gents next time you're out for a run.
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Cheers for the comments folks.
Des, the Epoxy Mastic is a 2-pack resin which is for corrosion protection. I will be priming and then top coating the whole lot in a fresh coat of Mars Red.
You must be getting the green machine out soon. I must hook up with you gents next time you're out for a run.
Yeah would be good to hook up Pete with a few mk1's or other stuff next time we are out for a run. Looking good.
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Now I can at least get on with starting to put it all back together slowly, as each piece will be restored before re-fitting.
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Those roll over jigs are a great example of brains over brawn!
I'll be interested in how you progress with the home based electro plating if you decide to go down that path.
I'll be over in Northern Ireland either late this year or early next year so I'll be keen to see the car.
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Dont forget to clean all the exposed threads of paint before attempting reassembly because when torquing the components if the threads are not clean (with a light drop of oil) you will get incorrect torque settings!
I would also wax oil the cavities before installing any components because access will be much easier!
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