All those little inexpensive bits add up! There is a greater sense of satisfaction when we repair what we can, puts our signatures on it. There is a saying that "with each piece replaced with new, the vehicle loses a little bit of its soul" Good Job.
It's fantastic how our lives have changed for the better! Where would we be without UA-cam? It's great to be able to see your approach - I'll be using some of these ideas and methods repairing my tub. I'm always apprehensive so it's nice to see your way of doing a small bit at a time. Thanks!
I know what you mean. I have used it for so much over the years. Funnily enough, my son showed me the first ever video uploaded to UA-cam today. A guy talking about elephants at the zoo. Luckily the content has become more useful since then. )))
My911 it’s progressing well. The new chassis is here and painted. Hit a bit of a dead end with the axles. The rear axle was paper thin and perforated. I sourced a couple of replacements and had them galvanised and powder coated. I’ll be back on wheels in a few weeks. I managed to find a decent set of Wolf wheels (in black - don’t hate me!) so they’ll be going on and I’ll have a rolling chassis again. I’ll send you a link to the new pics early next week. Kindest regards, George
Over the last 3 weeks I have watched every one of your Series 3 videos. I have a 2a SWB which I started taking apart 2 years ago and I am just now starting to put things back on the chassis! So I very much understand where you have come from on this project and I am drawing inspiration from your journey to keep going on mine! I am trying to do it myself and reuse as much as possible as well. I wasn't going to tackle the engine or gearbox myself, but having watched you, I am going to give them a go. I have learned from every video and there are some I will be watching over and over again. This video has given me the solution repairing the fixings for my tub, so thank you for that and for the whole set of videos you have taken the time to put together. A valuable library!
Hi Richard, thank you for your message. That’s very kind of you, and I am glad the videos have helped you. Good luck with your project, a 2a is a lovely vehicle.
Hi there, for info, I was under my S3 late Sunday changing some bolts to stainless and noticed a slightly different position of the lower rear wing stabiliser stay/bar. I can’t add an image to the chain but its upper connection to the tub is further to the rear than the last stringer. I will DM images of can work Insta out..
Hi Mark, now that you say it, I seem to remember something like this when I was taking things apart. I will look out for a pair of these spacers. Thanks.
My911 would just like to say that you’ve done a super job on the old girl. I have an ‘84 truck cab that I’m in the process of restoring, I’ve done many of the same jobs as you, minus the transmission work.
Another awesome video, the aluminum parts that you made came out really nice. I really enjoy the fact that you make or fix what you need, I am sure it makes it a lot more gratifying. PS: Look up Taller KB Bolaños in Facebook, you will appreciate how he makes most of the body parts too :)
Hi Joel, it looks like you’ve sorted the suspension tilt issue you had when you first got out to Germany. How did you manage that- have I missed how you did it? I’ve just refitted my axles after a refurb and the wagon now has a serious tilt. Thinking of loosening everything off and taking it for a gentle drive to see if that settles everything down.
Hi Charlie, I’m glad it looks like I’ve sorted it, but I haven’t I’m afraid. Still an issue. Check out Steamwally. He has just installed the springs I should have. That said, if you haven’t replaced your springs and they are now on the tilt, make sure you haven’t swapped the lefts with the rights as the originals are handed. They add more lift to the drivers side (RHD vehicles). Make sure you also tighten up the spring and shackle bolts with the car loaded. Ie a heavy weight in the boot. This is the same procedure for all cars.
All those little inexpensive bits add up! There is a greater sense of satisfaction when we repair what we can, puts our signatures on it. There is a saying that "with each piece replaced with new, the vehicle loses a little bit of its soul" Good Job.
Fin, I totally agree.
It's fantastic how our lives have changed for the better! Where would we be without UA-cam? It's great to be able to see your approach - I'll be using some of these ideas and methods repairing my tub. I'm always apprehensive so it's nice to see your way of doing a small bit at a time. Thanks!
I know what you mean. I have used it for so much over the years. Funnily enough, my son showed me the first ever video uploaded to UA-cam today. A guy talking about elephants at the zoo. Luckily the content has become more useful since then. )))
Nice work Joel, hope all is good with you.
Hi George. Thank you. Yes all well here, how is your project going?
My911 it’s progressing well. The new chassis is here and painted. Hit a bit of a dead end with the axles. The rear axle was paper thin and perforated. I sourced a couple of replacements and had them galvanised and powder coated. I’ll be back on wheels in a few weeks. I managed to find a decent set of Wolf wheels (in black - don’t hate me!) so they’ll be going on and I’ll have a rolling chassis again. I’ll send you a link to the new pics early next week. Kindest regards, George
Over the last 3 weeks I have watched every one of your Series 3 videos. I have a 2a SWB which I started taking apart 2 years ago and I am just now starting to put things back on the chassis! So I very much understand where you have come from on this project and I am drawing inspiration from your journey to keep going on mine! I am trying to do it myself and reuse as much as possible as well. I wasn't going to tackle the engine or gearbox myself, but having watched you, I am going to give them a go. I have learned from every video and there are some I will be watching over and over again. This video has given me the solution repairing the fixings for my tub, so thank you for that and for the whole set of videos you have taken the time to put together. A valuable library!
Hi Richard, thank you for your message. That’s very kind of you, and I am glad the videos have helped you. Good luck with your project, a 2a is a lovely vehicle.
Great vid, you have come a long way with this project, top man
Thank you Raj. It’s been quite a journey.
Hi there, for info, I was under my S3 late Sunday changing some bolts to stainless and noticed a slightly different position of the lower rear wing stabiliser stay/bar. I can’t add an image to the chain but its upper connection to the tub is further to the rear than the last stringer. I will DM images of can work Insta out..
Thank you.
Seatbelt bolts should be fully tightened. There should be a spacer that passes through the seatbelt anchor point which allows it to swivel.
Hi Mark, now that you say it, I seem to remember something like this when I was taking things apart. I will look out for a pair of these spacers. Thanks.
My911 would just like to say that you’ve done a super job on the old girl. I have an ‘84 truck cab that I’m in the process of restoring, I’ve done many of the same jobs as you, minus the transmission work.
Another awesome video, the aluminum parts that you made came out really nice. I really enjoy the fact that you make or fix what you need, I am sure it makes it a lot more gratifying. PS: Look up Taller KB Bolaños in Facebook, you will appreciate how he makes most of the body parts too :)
Thank you Marco, great to hear from you. Ps. I will!
Hi Joel, it looks like you’ve sorted the suspension tilt issue you had when you first got out to Germany. How did you manage that- have I missed how you did it? I’ve just refitted my axles after a refurb and the wagon now has a serious tilt. Thinking of loosening everything off and taking it for a gentle drive to see if that settles everything down.
Hi Charlie, I’m glad it looks like I’ve sorted it, but I haven’t I’m afraid. Still an issue. Check out Steamwally. He has just installed the springs I should have. That said, if you haven’t replaced your springs and they are now on the tilt, make sure you haven’t swapped the lefts with the rights as the originals are handed. They add more lift to the drivers side (RHD vehicles). Make sure you also tighten up the spring and shackle bolts with the car loaded. Ie a heavy weight in the boot. This is the same procedure for all cars.