Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

[meverett]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

I did think after I posted that to check post 1, Doh! Just another of my senior moments there.

[dcunn]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

It's all coming together now, but still the bonnet to paint.

Which way round do I mount the headlight bar, at the moment I think it looks better with the lights in front of the bar ?

[wiggiesworld]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

Hi Dave,

Just a comment, have you thought about having a hole on each side of the back of the apron? Where I've marked up in the photo? My car has them and it stops you getting standing water there when it rains. Someone had already made that mod to mine when I bought it. OK I know it isn't that its going to rust, just a thought.

I have been following your build diary with interest as it sets off my old "I want to do one of those"....... Its definitely looking good.

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[Cameron F]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

actually that's a really good idea! Maybe a slot might look better? Even though the grp wont rust, rain water can stain if left to evaporate.

[dcunn]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

Thanks Wiggie, I normally do this to all of them - forgot to do this one !

However, tiny holes do not work (due to surface tension ?) so 5mm is usually OK

The only long term concern might be that in just drilling a hole you will expose the internal of the fibreglass to continual soaking

Rgds DC

[wiggiesworld]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

Understand your concerns re exposing the internal fibre-glass but I reckon if you then sprayed/painted the inside of the hole with clear lacquer you should be able to avoid that?

[Tony Stott]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

liquid super glue, for its penetrating benefits? I use it to seal fibres etc in holes around prop shafts/rudders on model boats, haven't had probs over the last 20 years!

[dcunn]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

I'm sure those are only two of many solutions, thanks guys, another thought is using underseal ?

[dcunn]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

Had to do this second anniversary pic comparison didn't I !

[wiggiesworld]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

Can't wait to see next years.... or am I just wishing my life away?

[dcunn]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

The hood for this car had disintegrated over time, and the side screens are complete but rotten
Prior to painting I had filled in the holes in the tub for the hood buttons.
I have had used LWB hood in stock for a while, so thought I'd try fitting it, result !

[dcunn]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

OK so the sidescreens I don't have won't fit, but back in 2010 I made some from f/glass for Q249.
When the car was sold the new owner did not want them, so just dust them off and it's playtime again.

A project's only finished when it's finished - and I really must get round to painting the bonnet

[dcunn]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

Cancel the screens idea, I was just filling the workshop with fine white dust ! Ok, so no side screens.

Todays pics of finished car - it just needs :
Brake re-bleed
Carburettors balancing/adjusting
Seat backs upholstering
Side screens
Driving and "shake down" bedding in after so long on stilts
MoT
.................and then for sale. Maybe a little T cutting too

Currently it owes me £2750.

[copperleaves11]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

Credit to you DC , especially considering what you started with. DS

[ggrum]

Re: Marina Roadster 1.8TC Q67 GJA

Well done DC - fantastic job! The next one will be a breeze after that.