My GTR Torana
#176 _2runa_
Posted 16 January 2009 - 02:30 PM
The donor panel fitted in really well, I But welded it with no over lapping seams.
Was also going to lead wipe the weld however it it turned out ok and was not required
It was just a fluke
#177 _billywest_
Posted 16 January 2009 - 07:35 PM
One of the things about using lead is your arms will know about it I use 80 grit as the final surface prep, then scub with a small wire brush and acid . Just prior to painting make sure you clean the area well after lead wiping
love using it
hi 2runa billywest here well done with the job awesome workmanship on the torana also 2runa i work around smithfield in Sydney so if anybody wants any bits and pieces i am happy to help i am also working in the mining and engineering industry so i could probably find anything you guys interstate are after cheers billywest p.s are you interested in doin my lower guards i live in sydney and i have been trying to get my lower guards done for last 18 monthsand it is driving me nuts
#178 _2runa_
Posted 16 January 2009 - 10:04 PM
Thanks for your comments, not sure if you have access to a mig welder but there must be someone around your area that can assist, I would do it for you if we were'nt so far away. Most of the products we require are available over here. Like wise Im in the mining industry as well, dont know if its a good or bad thing though I enjoy it sometimehi 2runa billywest here well done with the job awesome workmanship on the torana also 2runa i work around smithfield in Sydney so if anybody wants any bits and pieces i am happy to help i am also working in the mining and engineering industry so i could probably find anything you guys interstate are after cheers billywest p.s are you interested in doin my lower guards i live in sydney and i have been trying to get my lower guards done for last 18 monthsand it is driving me nuts
#179
Posted 16 January 2009 - 10:57 PM
It was just a fluke
Yeah.......right........
#180 _darrenmark1_
Posted 17 January 2009 - 08:09 AM
#181 _2runa_
Posted 17 January 2009 - 08:36 AM
#182
Posted 17 January 2009 - 09:34 AM
Don't underestiamte your workmanship, believe it or not people like yourself are a dying breed.
Panel beaters these days do not aquire the skills of working metal and are taught to unbolt a panel and bolt a new one in its place.
If you ever thought of getting out of the mines you got yourself a nice skill to set up business.
I always enjoy reading this thread, keep up the good work !
Just a thought for mods too, seen that we have such a great selection of photos here and i am sure there are other members with some as well
a sugestion would be to have a sticky thread that list and has photos to show other members what each factory join looks like and where it is located
on the bodywork. I am sure it will help with others embarking on a full body resto.
What do others think ?
sorry to crash your thread 2runs
#183 _gtr161s_
Posted 17 January 2009 - 03:48 PM
Who did you get your kit thru?
#184 _2runa_
Posted 17 January 2009 - 07:50 PM
#185 _gtr161s_
Posted 19 January 2009 - 08:25 AM
I got my lead wiping kit from a panel supply shop in Perth, they were very helpful in supplying everthing i needed, There should be some where close to you that supplies it, if not PM me and i will give you the details, the lead needs to be no more than 18%. The video is good .. you sort of go oh yeah that looks easy but it requires some practise and you need to be careful of the heat : PS love the lead
When i ordered my lead gear they could only get there hands on 60%lead 40%tin..alot harder to work with...your 82/18 would be beautiful to shape and sand
If you could post those details I'll contact your panel shop supplier and maybe he can get me closer to a distributor on my side of the country
#186 _2runa_
Posted 27 January 2009 - 10:30 PM
#187 _2DR_
Posted 30 January 2009 - 10:46 PM
#188 _celoslj_
Posted 16 April 2009 - 05:51 PM
Great work!!!!!
#189 _2runa_
Posted 16 April 2009 - 09:42 PM
clean your hands and face before you eat or drink as well .
Wish l had the skills of a p/beater as it would help me finish the project in half the time...... well maybe
welding and painting experience helps along with a keen eye and years of making mistakes.
Thanks for you comments The project is moving slowly as l have another Torana on the go at the moment and it has taken prioity .
#190 _cruiza_
Posted 19 April 2009 - 08:01 AM
re the lead wiping, I used to work for telecom and the old telephone cables were all lead sheathed and we used to make up a lead sleave and wrap it around joins and then lead wipe to seal it, we used Musalin cloth (spelling sorry) to mould and shape the mouldin lead, but once you got good bare fingers. At the time I could hold my fingers in a candle flame without getting burnt, wouldn't do it now and not suggesting that you try it either. Ah yes the good old days no worries about lead posioning then lol, funny how you miss things, I really used to enjoy lead wiping, anyone else want their car done...
Keep up the great work
#191 _celoslj_
Posted 05 May 2009 - 09:21 PM
#192 _2runa_
Posted 05 May 2009 - 10:47 PM
I never use air or electric sanders when using lead because i try to contain the lead that is removed. Place a sheet of plastics on the floor for easy clean up and use the correct PPE.
So far all the cars that I've done are mine and to say its for enjoyment ........well that comes when you finish i hope
#193 _2DR_
Posted 05 July 2009 - 03:05 PM
hows it all going mate you still plugging away at the gtr ?
#194 _2runa_
Posted 05 July 2009 - 11:58 PM
Yeah its still happening but with two projects on the gobump
hows it all going mate you still plugging away at the gtr ?
the other one has kept me busy lately however I still need a r/h
quarter panel and beaver to finish of the XU1, I been trying to find
NOS panels but no luck as yet
#195 _doogs_
Posted 06 July 2009 - 12:21 AM
Keen to see updates when they come.
#196 _2DR_
Posted 08 July 2009 - 09:15 PM
Yeah its still happening but with two projects on the go
the other one has kept me busy lately however I still need a r/h
quarter panel and beaver to finish of the XU1, I been trying to find
NOS panels but no luck as yet
good stuff mate
did those panels i sent work out ok for ya?
will be hard to find more nos gear i always keep my eye out but not much around like you say , and the prices on ebay are rediculous.
i will be getting stuck into mine soon have gotn hold of some good tools now so i got no excusses .
will post up where im at soon.(might have to pm ya for some tips to)
#197 _threeblindmice_
Posted 09 July 2009 - 08:32 PM
#198 _2runa_
Posted 20 September 2009 - 01:09 AM
Just because there been no posts.... it doesn't mean that ive been
slacking around, This another project that just requires some polishing
and ....... ive been polishing for 8 mths
#199 _2DR_
Posted 21 September 2009 - 12:11 AM
ouch more qtrs to repair , is that yellow dolly?
#200
Posted 21 September 2009 - 06:55 PM
Read through this thread from start to finish last night and was extremely impressed.
You've done a great job on the GTR, can't wait to see your XU1 thread, and to see the GTR finished.
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