250 GTO - the enemy within!

PeterAllen · #1 (**permalink**) 03-02-2013, 06:17 PM

Progress – My cardiologist gave me the thumbs-up… well, she raised her index finger and mumbled something – so work has recommenced.

I have placed a 40x40mm tube along the existing sill so that it contacts the base both the 'A' and 'B' pillars

I removed the outer portion of the rear wheel arch and trimmed the guard opening to suit.

I attached the new (wider) sill.

I discover that I couldn't open the door - D'oh. I had to rework the area below the hinges. The area is covered by the front fibreglass guard when all is finished.

I made up new rear tubs.

I made up strips to attach the tubs to the original guards.

I made a new panel for the latch area.

I had a beer and went to bed!

sevenohms · #2 (**permalink**) 03-02-2013, 07:10 PM

Great to hear your back in the shed! And excellent progress!

HealeyRick · #3 (**permalink**) 09-27-2013, 05:35 AM

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Originally Posted by PeterAllen

I hadn't noticed these hubs before. Are they the Dayton dental drives?
Dayton Wheels: Wire Wheels that take the Torque! British V8 V12/I2, May 2004

Nice progress on the build.

PeterAllen · #4 (**permalink**) 09-27-2013, 07:06 PM

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Originally Posted by HealeyRick

... Are they the Dayton dental drives?....

Yes, see post #46.

They are 6" front and 7" rear to keep the car's overall appearance 'in period'.

PeterAllen · #5 (**permalink**) 10-29-2013, 05:10 AM

After a few weeks of coating myself in fibreglass dust I enjoyed a 'bling' moment this evening. Just so I would be happy with the paint colour I picked up a sample can of Rosso Cina (Red China) which had been made up and the guys at TAFE splashed a bit on an old door skin... I think I'm in love. Just the motivation to keep on sanding.