I am restoring an MGB and part of my restoration involves repair
of the passenger door.
I have already replaced the bottom rusted out portion of the door
frame and I am at the point where I need to attach the new outer
skin. I have pondered this next step for some time and as a result
I decided to invite suggestions from you experianced BRITISH CAR
buffs, on how to proceed. My major concern comes from looking at the
corner flanges. I am not sure what the best way is to "FOLD" them
back on themselves and at the same time, sandwich the door frame
inside leaving the completed door in a "ripple free" state.
I have the old skin removed and I have the new skin that fits nicely
over the frame. Once I make the first weld I am committed and the skin
is attached. Is there some step I can perform before I begin welding?
I know I must align the door trim line with the door frame, this was
brazed on the original at both ends the rest was spot welded. I have
MIG and OXY/ACET and a fair amount of patience.
Has anyone undertaken such a task. if so what are the "gocha's" ?
Any suggestions would be most welcome.
Thankx in advance.
John.Bartholomew
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John Bartholomew AMDAHL SAN JOSE CA.
Opinions are my own, not those of my employer.
72 MGB, restoring 76 MGB, 78 MGB daily transport.
408-944-3592 (07:00-16:00 PDT) via internet jdb70@amail.amdahl.com
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