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Mar 14, 2007 22:26:25 GMT
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How many hours in total does it take to do a job like this? I started on Saturday 3rd and I think I have spent around 35 hours on it so far. Thats the hours spent in the garage. So I should get it done in around 40 hours altogether by the time I get the panels back on and lined up. Its probably took a little longer due to the fact the struts were so far out of line but I don't think I could have done it much quicker. Maybe 35 hours if everything was in line to start with. And I could knock a few hours off if either I had panels precut or had some templates made of some of the repair sections |
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bstardchild
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How many hours in total does it take to do a job like this? I started on Saturday 3rd and I think I have spent around 35 hours on it so far. Thats the hours spent in the garage. So I should get it done in around 40 hours altogether by the time I get the panels back on and lined up. Its probably took a little longer due to the fact the struts were so far out of line but I don't think I could have done it much quicker. Maybe 35 hours if everything was in line to start with. And I could knock a few hours off if either I had panels precut or had some templates made of some of the repair sections Going rate for a "resto repair" on one of these by either of the two "specialists" is £1200-£1800 Per Side  |
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Mar 16, 2007 18:52:02 GMT
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Last Update Thats it all complete now just ready for collection  Panels back on, interior back in and ECU and other electrica back in and on. Bit of a panic at first as it wouldnt start  . Left the battery on charge for half an hour came back to it and it took a few good turns before it finally fired. Then after that its been first click every time. I think it must have flooded when I tried to start it with no throttle and a sluggish battery.  Front end now lines up and the bonnet even opens and closes Need a wash though   Quick inspection of the trailing arms. Not bad but not great either. Will probably require a repair in a years time or so  Gave it a blast with a hose and its clean again    Much better  Took it for a drive up and down the road and it drives straight and true (which is a relief ) Ready to go back to its owner now |
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Mar 16, 2007 18:58:27 GMT
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fantastic job. I'm sure he's gonna be over the moon when he drives it home. safely this time. can i book you for sometime in april for my arch repair? better get in fast before he buys any more.  |
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Mar 16, 2007 19:05:54 GMT
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fantastic job. I'm sure he's gonna be over the moon when he drives it home. safely this time. can I book you for sometime in april for my arch repair? better get in fast before he buys any more. Lol I am sure that wont be a problem |
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Mar 16, 2007 19:25:08 GMT
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second dibs lol seriously tho rich, thats a fooking amazing turnaround time for a lad with a very full life already. well done matey!!! ;D |
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bstardchild
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Mar 16, 2007 19:26:36 GMT
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Nice thread overall Rich - good balance ;D
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Mar 16, 2007 21:14:40 GMT
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second dibs lol seriously tho rich, thats a fooking amazing turnaround time for a lad with a very full life already. well done matey!!! ;D You got all the bits ready for yours then. If you have I can start that next. |
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Mar 17, 2007 10:12:41 GMT
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I take my hat off to you sir! That is truly awe-inspiring |
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Mar 17, 2007 12:09:24 GMT
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Welldone man, It's one thing to do it to your own car (which was phenominal enough) but to have someone else come to you for the same work and to get it completely right, all over again, is certainly worth commendation. Good work, I certainly know who I would be calling upon if I lived over your side of the world.
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bstardchild
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Mar 17, 2007 12:23:57 GMT
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Welldone man, It's one thing to do it to your own car (which was phenominal enough) but to have someone else come to you for the same work and to get it completely right, all over again, is certainly worth commendation. Good work, I certainly know who I would be calling upon if I lived over your side of the world. I think he's opened pandora's box |
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Mark
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Mar 17, 2007 15:02:00 GMT
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Great work and a great thread!
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Mar 17, 2007 21:51:38 GMT
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Cheers all. Andy left mine at around 3.30 today, and he has just got back home with it. Seems pretty happy with it |
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. Left the battery on charge for half an hour came back to it and it took a few good turns before it finally fired. Then after that its been first click every time. 
