jA40
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Post by jA40 on Aug 25, 2020 17:26:23 GMT
Does anyone have a pair of outer sills for a 1.5, surplus to requirement, lurking around?
The 12/14 week lead for new items is somewhat frustrating - I'd like to 'get on with it'
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Post by canuck on Sept 3, 2020 16:16:17 GMT
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Post by jA40 on Sept 4, 2020 8:19:07 GMT
Many thanks for the tip-off Bruce. I did check e-bay some time ago but forgot to create a prompt for future items.
Cheers, Jeff
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Post by canuck on Sept 4, 2020 12:55:44 GMT
Glad to help Jeff. FWIW the sills shown in that auction don't appear to be as 'complete' as some? and I suppose some trimming may be necessary? I have a OE set, (BMC stickers) that include much more 'metal' that those shown on auction. I will need to make some end closure bits but that doesn't look too daunting.  I have been putting off doing this sill repair for a few years now. I have the sills and ability but work and life keep interfering. Perhaps take some snaps of your progress and post them here? I am curious what you will find when the outer sill is cut away. I suspect some if not all the vertical inner membrane will need attention. I am hoping your photos will inspire me to get on with it this coming winter season. Keep well salut Bruce |
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Post by deltalimamike on Sept 4, 2020 14:32:02 GMT
Glad to help Jeff. FWIW the sills shown in that auction don't appear to be as 'complete' as some? and I suppose some trimming may be necessary? I have a OE set, (BMC stickers) that include much more 'metal' that those shown on auction. I will need to make some end closure bits but that doesn't look too daunting. View AttachmentI have been putting off doing this sill repair for a few years now. I have the sills and ability but work and life keep interfering. Perhaps take some snaps of your progress and post them here? I am curious what you will find when the outer sill is cut away. I suspect some if not all the vertical inner membrane will need attention. I am hoping your photos will inspire me to get on with it this coming winter season. Keep well salut Bruce I agree the ones on the auction look slightly less complete than the ones I had delivered and fitted earlier this year. Not sure if you have seen the pictures in my thread Bruce, I wont post them again as im not sure they will inspire you at all! Darren |
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Post by jA40 on Sept 9, 2020 18:18:25 GMT
Unfortunately I was 'outbid' on these items. Someone else is obviously desperate for a pair of sills besides me.
Ironically, my outer sills are not rotted, but replaced badly. O/S has been done in 2 halves! (not in a straight line)
It's the centre & inner sills that are 'past it'. As these are basically straight & flat & easily fabricated, I just needed
a pair of 'pukka' outer sills to line everything up..........
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Post by canuck on Sept 10, 2020 17:13:44 GMT
Unfortunately I was 'outbid' on these items. Someone else is obviously desperate for a pair of sills besides me. Ironically, my outer sills are not rotted, but replaced badly. O/S has been done in 2 halves! (not in a straight line) It's the centre & inner sills that are 'past it'. As these are basically straight & flat & easily fabricated, I just needed a pair of 'pukka' outer sills to line everything up.......... Jeff, Too bad this time around. I will keep my eyes & ears open for you. As mentioned I will tuck into my 'sills project' soon. If you don't mind me asking, did you make up the vertical 'centre' membrane out of flat sheet metal? did you bother with the series of holes? Have you yet folded closure bits for the front & back ends? If so a simple wood buck and a hammer? Thanks in advance Bruce |
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Post by jA40 on Sept 11, 2020 8:53:52 GMT
Hi Bruce,
I've not removed the existing sills yet, but as stated the inner & central members are both straight & flat.
I expect to use a flat piece of 18G steel but don't anticipate cutting the holes in the central section.
For tricky bits of fabbing, like the end closures, (for example) I often 'piece' sections together with a butt weld, then grind/linish
to weld to a smooth join. I've done this for the rear door trailing edges & front wing lower corners, to mention just two.
The front panel (with numerous compound curves) has proved quite tricky & will require an amount of filler to complete.
Cheers, Jeff
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Post by vue from the north on Sept 27, 2020 21:01:59 GMT
Unfortunately I was 'outbid' on these items. Someone else is obviously desperate for a pair of sills besides me. Ironically, my outer sills are not rotted, but replaced badly. O/S has been done in 2 halves! (not in a straight line) It's the centre & inner sills that are 'past it'. As these are basically straight & flat & easily fabricated, I just needed a pair of 'pukka' outer sills to line everything up.......... these were bought by ROVERLAND.EU of leeds trading name of adrian bailey classics is the guy, a buyer & seller of british tin work, he may cut you a deal on them |
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Post by jA40 on Sept 28, 2020 8:39:49 GMT
Many thanks. I'll investigate.
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Post by vue from the north on Sept 28, 2020 10:28:53 GMT
Many thanks. I'll investigate. hope you get sorted |
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Post by jA40 on Oct 20, 2020 20:17:39 GMT
Apologies for not replying when I should have - apparently they were bought for a restoration.
Still looking!
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Post by ozieagle on Oct 26, 2020 3:38:17 GMT
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Post by jA40 on Oct 26, 2020 17:32:00 GMT
I have previously bought items from 'longbridge' but despite sills being included in the catalogue -
they are not available.
I recently e-mailed to confirm that other items were 'in stock'. I then telephoned and agreed a day to
visit for collection of items.
Having driven 50 miles I was informed upon arrival that he was unable provide the items, & had to leave
the premises in order to take his father to hospital! I wasn't particularly impressed.
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