A-man930 Posted December 9, 2019 Author Share Posted December 9, 2019 Might not look like much, but there was quite a bit of effort put into getting all the packed dirt out from in here. The "frame rail" looks like its in great shape! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drahcir495 Posted December 12, 2019 Share Posted December 12, 2019 Any updates on the tdi swap? What did you end up doing for the front bumper? Interesting build Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted December 13, 2019 Author Share Posted December 13, 2019 9 hours ago, Drahcir495 said: Any updates on the tdi swap? What did you end up doing for the front bumper? Interesting build My TDi is still homeless, sitting on an engine stand in the corner. I keep some ATF squirted in the cylinders and turn it over every once and a while. I'm going to go one more "round" with ye olde 4.0. I've got enough on my plate with this current rust repair/bodywork; it's already been a year since I let the tags expire, I'll be lucky if it's back on the road within the next (year). Front bumper is on the list alongside the rust repair and body. I'll be sure to post progress. Thanks for the comment! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted December 16, 2019 Author Share Posted December 16, 2019 Found some more problem areas... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted December 17, 2019 Author Share Posted December 17, 2019 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted January 5, 2020 Author Share Posted January 5, 2020 I couldn't stand the thought of missing some pocket of rust. Plus, the dust from all the stripping/grinding was everywhere. I'm glad I did: -Note the rust along the windshield seal. -And the upper left hand corner... not sure how bad this is yet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted January 7, 2020 Author Share Posted January 7, 2020 Bought some XJ pans from Raybuck. They'll need some modifications but they look like quality pieces. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted January 18, 2020 Author Share Posted January 18, 2020 Well it doesn't look as bad as I had feared. Any thoughts on where the water is coming from? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted January 18, 2020 Author Share Posted January 18, 2020 On another note, anyone know what this bolt is for?? (circled in yellow) There's another one on the other side. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 based on the rust at the bottom of the windshield, it would appear that it is your source. But keep in mind that there needn't be only one leak. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted January 19, 2020 Author Share Posted January 19, 2020 I'm on the verge of getting somewhat discouraged; I keep finding more rust! I decided to make a few access holes for inspection/clean-out on the driver's side. The first picture is from inside the cab just below the corner of the windshield (you can also see I trimmed back where the rust had bubbled through the seam sealer) The second picture is from the outside, just below where the cowling meets the A-pillar. ( yes, I broke through into the cowl a bit ) Its not pretty in here. I can't trace where the water would travel from the windshield. Instead, I think the cause is a combination of running around with no inner fender liners and condensation. The most frustrating part is where the toe board (firewall?) sandwiches against the "support plate" for the brake booster and steering column... water has been creeping into here for a long time and has made it's mark. There are so many curves and contours... I don't know how I'm going to fix/replace this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted January 20, 2020 Share Posted January 20, 2020 can you cover the surfaces with POR-15? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted January 21, 2020 Author Share Posted January 21, 2020 On 1/19/2020 at 9:00 PM, Pete M said: can you cover the surfaces with POR-15? Not with a brush. I'll probably end up using some kind of aerosol with a diffuser wand and semi-regularly get a dose of fluid film up in there. I'll also probably try the pool noodle in the fender trick to keep water from blatantly spraying up in that area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted January 21, 2020 Author Share Posted January 21, 2020 Now things are getting pretty well beyond my comfort zone, but I'm still gonna press on! The trans tunnel side moved pretty significantly when I completed the cut on that side; here's hoping my bracing is sufficient and wasn't too late. I tried to limit the number of complex curves and corners that I would have to re-create and here's what I ended up with. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted February 12, 2020 Author Share Posted February 12, 2020 On 12/2/2019 at 8:31 AM, Pete M said: it's not impossible to fab your own patches. Got this little gem from my Matco guy: And it works wonders! That's all I was able to knock out today, but man I'm feeling better about it already! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted February 12, 2020 Share Posted February 12, 2020 it's amazing that a picture can make my ears hurt. fantastic work! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted February 12, 2020 Author Share Posted February 12, 2020 2 minutes ago, Pete M said: it's amazing that a picture can make my ears hurt. fantastic work! Thanks!! It is ridiculously loud; I took out the earplugs for a brief moment and WOW. Its almost like I'm jackhammering on a giant metal can! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JMO413 Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 On 2/11/2020 at 11:00 PM, A-man930 said: Got this little gem from my Matco guy: And it works wonders! That's all I was able to knock out today, but man I'm feeling better about it already! That is a very very nice patch. Good work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted February 14, 2020 Author Share Posted February 14, 2020 50 minutes ago, JMO413 said: That is a very very nice patch. Good work. Well thanks! It's definitely my first rodeo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pete M Posted February 14, 2020 Share Posted February 14, 2020 just make sure you paint both sides of all patches. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted February 18, 2020 Author Share Posted February 18, 2020 Got a bit of work done on the Raybuck XJ pans. Welding 18ga is a trip. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted March 2, 2020 Author Share Posted March 2, 2020 Got the last puzzle piece fitted for the big patch piece. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
buxmj Posted March 14, 2020 Share Posted March 14, 2020 Wow, that is great progress, looking good! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted March 14, 2020 Author Share Posted March 14, 2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
A-man930 Posted March 14, 2020 Author Share Posted March 14, 2020 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Create an account or sign in to comment
You need to be a member in order to leave a comment
Create an account
Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!
Register a new accountSign in
Already have an account? Sign in here.
Sign In Now