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My GTR Torana

Started by _2runa_ , Aug 30 2007 01:41 AM

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#126 _2runa_

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Posted 29 May 2008 - 06:22 PM

clean the surface with a tiny bit of hydrochloric acid

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#127 _2runa_

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Posted 29 May 2008 - 06:27 PM

applied the kemtex on a cool panel then used the gas to tin it

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#128 _2runa_

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Posted 29 May 2008 - 06:32 PM

The shaping is not finished yet but is very close.

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#129 _2runa_

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Posted 29 May 2008 - 06:51 PM

When I first tried this i used 60/40 solder and bakers soldering fluid, it didn't work and i thought i would never be able to lead wipe. The DVD showed how it works,
it looked easy like all things do when someone else is doing it, with a bit of patients the lost art of lead wiping seam to fall in to place. I'm very pleased its lead for me :spoton:

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#130 TerrA LX

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Posted 29 May 2008 - 07:04 PM

Farken Awsome job mate :spoton:

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#131 _2runa_

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Posted 31 May 2008 - 04:32 PM

cleaned ready to weld then lead wipe

Edited by 2runa, 31 May 2008 - 04:33 PM.

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#132 _2runa_

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Posted 31 May 2008 - 04:38 PM

welded and lead wiped, just need to shape it

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#133 LX 0076

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Posted 31 May 2008 - 05:57 PM

just read this start to finish top job :spoton:

Your skills are to be admired
Jayson

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#134 _2runa_

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Posted 31 May 2008 - 09:59 PM

Still a bit more shaping to do, Hey NO BOG

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#135 RIM-010

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Posted 31 May 2008 - 10:05 PM

Inspirational stuff mate... Wish I had the gear to do this stuff, that last pic shows exactly what I need to do to the LJ...

Tim

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#136 _2runa_

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Posted 31 May 2008 - 10:11 PM

Lead wiping takes a bit more work than bog, however i'm happy with the results :spoton:

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#137 rodomo

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Posted 31 May 2008 - 10:41 PM

Lead wiping takes a bit more work than bog, however i'm happy with the results

So am I

Old skool rools :spoton:

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#138 _2runa_

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Posted 31 May 2008 - 10:49 PM

Tim it's not as hard as what it looks, you just need a few tools and a bit of patiences.

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#139 _2runa_

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Posted 31 May 2008 - 10:59 PM

Lead wiping takes a bit more work than bog, however i'm happy with the results
So am I
Old skool rools

I would love to be able to panel beat like the Old skool.Then I would be able to give up my day job and do it full time :spoton:

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#140 Zook

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Posted 01 June 2008 - 12:24 PM

Nice work. As others have said, you've given those of us with rusty projects (and a few tools) some hope!!

Where did you get the lead wiping kit from?

Keep it up :rockon:

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#141 _2runa_

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Posted 01 June 2008 - 09:50 PM

All you need is a gas torch on low heat, kemtex, rag, paddle, and some files, I use a wood to rough it out then finish of with a metal file, a body file is best. dress up with 120 sanding block. If you google kemtex you may find a supplier close to you, cost about $80. Perth its avail. at 18 gibb rd cannington.
Remember The lead should contain about 18% tin only.
There is a DVD avail. Body lead work the lost art by Steve Frisbie
And thanks for the comments i hope it all helps.

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#142 _@milco@_

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Posted 03 June 2008 - 10:34 PM

your a f*cking gun mate, bloody great work, restoring like it deserves to be done, keep it up buddy!

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#143 _studricho_

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Posted 04 June 2008 - 03:40 AM

I just sat and read this thread. One word describes this project.

Bravo!

Your work is excellent. Good to see someone doing the right thing.

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#144 _2runa_

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Posted 28 June 2008 - 08:52 PM

Thanks for the comments guys I've been away from the car and have just started back on it today, i have continued to complete the R/H rear today and finishing of the lead work. Bog is so easy to work however I'm still pleased even if it takes 3 times as long Its a good work out and saves me going to the gym :bowdown: