> I'm in the middle of big renovations to my very rusty (and trusty)
> Spitfire 1500 (sophie). Just about replaced the floor on one side and am
> now investigating the A post...
> Horror of horrors RUST..
> the lower hinge support inside the A-post is pretty rusted out, explains
> the line of rust bubbles on the front of the A-post..
> My question is, has anyone tried to repair this sort of thing with out
> total removal of the A-post?
> I think I should be able to do this with some clever use of an angle
> grinder and some repair sections plug welded into place, its just I worry
> about what might be lurking underneath.
> Any help would be greatly appreciated...
> Can't reply too quickly as I am and only a Digest person...
> Cheers
> Tim
Tim,
I've been there, and came to the conclusion that the best fix was to
replace the whole A-post. The replacement panels are an excellent fit
and come complete with the tapped hinge plates etc. If you go down
this route be sure to support the bulkhead/windscreen assembly before
you cut out the a-post. The job really needs to be done in
conjunction with the replacement of the outer sill. Because the outer
sill overlaps the a-post panel. However, i'm sure you'll be able to
find a way round this if necessary.
Good Luck!
Jonathan
Spitfire 1500
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Dr J.E.Miles
School of Biological Sciences
University of Birmingham
Edgbaston
Birmingham B15 2TT
Great Britain
Tel. 0121-414-5884
Fax. 0121-414-5925
j.e.miles@bham.ac.uk
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