Thanks, Kelvin. That helps a lot. I've already started removing the
'primer' on the new pieces - it mostly flakes off, no integrity at all,
I discovered.
I wish I lived in Michigan - one of Carl's workshops would be a great
idea.
On the welding areas, would 'weld-through' primer be the thing to use on
those interior panels? I've heard of it, but never used it.
Thanks again.
Howard Battan
-----Original Message-----
From: Dodd, Kelvin [mailto:doddk@mossmotors.com]
Sent: Wednesday, June 30, 2004 12:30 PM
To: Howard Battan; MG List
Subject: RE: sheetmetal protection
These questions were brought up during a class on MGA sheet metal
restoration given by Carl Heideman of Eclectic Motorworks in Michigan.
Check out Carl's website for a bunch of in progress shots of MGA
restoration, and if at all possible get to one of his classes. (and no,
I don't get any kick backs) I did learn a heck of a lot and am now
looking forward to restoring my junky MGA.
http://www.eclecticmotorworks.com/
His answers were:
1. Strip all replacement panels to bare metal and treat as new metal.
2. Any areas which are to be welded must be completely clean to prevent
contamination of the weld.
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