Commission

[dennisS1]

Just like that Italian chap that accepted a commission to paint some church ceiling, I have accepted a commission to restore this 1954 86” I won’t be using any Dulux ceiling white but it be a ground up restore.
Overall it looks pretty good little body damage and bit of rust in the chassis, mechanicals unknown at this stage. Almost all there including genuine 1954 truck cab.
Can’t find the serial number at the moment due to crud and a through the firewall welsh plug job in the past removing the plate from the firewall, engine No 47110204.
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As in the past I intend to past photos and comments as it progresses on the Trans Tasman series site (Trans Tasman Land Rover Series 1 Register Forum • View topic - Commission (http://www.transtasmanseries1.com/viewtopic.php?f=10&t=473)) but will post 1 or 2 here to.
Dennis

[Scallops]

She looks in great nick - good luck with the resto and I look forward to viewing your progress here too. :)

[Landy Smurf]

what about the other ones in the first pic i likey

[dennisS1]

Just members of the family. A little pic for any one that hasn’t been introduced to some of the family members.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/01/534.jpg
Dennis

[Landy Smurf]

the ultimate collection i bow down to you

[back_in]

Dear Dennis
I have similar numbers
Wayne like wise
put them on blocks you may get wet feet soon
p.s. have you made up the gov, rod for our 48 friend yet
cheers
Ian

[dennisS1]

Yes Ian just waiting on a spring, then paint and ship it off to you.
Dennis

[dennisS1]

Moving along tub, seat base and wings off. Fare bit of crud cleaned off and firewall ready to send to man with lots of air and sand to clean up steel bits.
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Notice the service hole.
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Dennis

[dennisS1]

Crud cleaned off chassis and the serial number can be seen:
47662650
Pulling down motor next will post results.
Dennis

[dennisS1]

Engine is cleaned up pulled down and is in very good shape. Light hone and cylinders are perfect and still very close fit to standard pistons. Would probably get away with original rings but will replace. Main bearings and big ends have deteriorated with time not wear the crank is in near perfect condition.
Question anyone have the part numbers for rings and main bearings for 2L siamese.
Right Side
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/03/1118.jpg
Honed bores
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Left side
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2011/03/1120.jpg
One interesting point is that this is the roughest S1 cast I have ever seen there is cast slag and sand in lots of spots the marks where the moulds where pushed together is very prevalent. There are a number of very small air holes in the cast. All the machined parts are perfect but the rest is pretty rough.

[series1buff]

dennis

my motor was the same A 2 LITRE SIAMESE ..I honed the bores ..almost nil wear from standard ..one of the main bearing shells , standard size, was pitted ..i installed standard rings and main beaRINGS ..GOT THEM AT AUTO SURPLUS IN MITCHAM ..MELBOURNE .. about $100 for each set..not cheap

BTW the rover rings are a unusual size ... the thickness is very odd

HAVE SEEN THEM ON EBAY AT TIMES ..... TOO

mIKE

[BMKal]

That's an interesting looking restoration job there Dennis. I learnt to drive in something very similar to that in a part of the NT that is now within Kakadu. And a good looking photo of "the family". I've been hearing a bit about your collection from Dennis and Amanda at work. It's good to have a couple of people up there who appreciate proper 4WD's instead of the Japanese rubbish we have to drive round in every day.

Cheers ........... Brian

[back_in]

Hi Dennis
I had a thought while reading your thoughts
make shore the paint on the inside of the block is sound
be a pity to have oil weeping though the rough casting
after the Mildura expert has finished same
cheers
Ian

[dennisS1]

All the crap of 2011 is over so time for some series restoration.
Ok so far for 2012.

The chassis and firewall have been blasted and await pickup.
Big end and main bearings replaced, new standard rings, core plugs, valves ground and seated, new cam bearings installed.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/01/40.jpg
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Rear diff adjusted and seal replaced, rear wheel /axle bearings and seals replaced and assembled waiting chassis.
Front diff same treatment and all hub components replaced and adjusted also ready to bolt on.
I have overhauled the gear box replacing all needy bits and normal adjustments, ready to swing in.

[dennisS1]

Chassis back from blaster.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/02/949.jpg
Etch prime and paint chassis in deep bronze green.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/02/950.jpg
Strip down springs and reset, cleanout and replace seals in relay unit.

Fit springs and axels, drop Gear box back in.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/02/951.jpg

[Lost Landy]

Sure is coming along well though shame the vehicle has lost its pataina would have been great it it was more of a sympathitc recommissioning in my eyes.

[ellard]

Hi tHere Dennis'

Its great to see you back into it - and I can relate 2011 a year to forget and looking good for 2012.

Will you be at the SA LAnd Rover Club Jamboree this year at Melrose (New location)

All the best

Wayne

[dennisS1]

Hi Wayne
Yes I will be there, not that happy always enjoyed my long drives to Blinman.
This is so close to you that I expect to see a flood of fire engines.
Not sure what I will bring at this stage it will be a S1 of course.
Say Hi to the family for me.
Dennis

[newhue]

Amazing work Dennis, I envy you. You seem to just do this and do that, whack that out and in.
I hope by the time I acquire the space, tools and knowledge there will be some decent S1's worth bringing back too life.

great read
thanks

[dennisS1]

Thanks "newhue"
S1's are the painless of cars to work on, little heavy at times and Al can be testing at times but really simple tools are all you need.
I will save you 1 or 2 let me know when you want to start.
Dennis

[newhue]

I'd start tomorrow, but the good wife says we have to meet a few goals before another Landy is welcome.

A sweet little 55 86 I think will be my target, of maybe just an 86 full stop will suffice. But that won't be for at least 12 months.

Keep the pictures and build progress coming

[back_in]

Hi Mennis (Dennis to his part time friends)
you and I and a few others
simple people have a liking to simple things
will you bring something to Melrose that may be have a problem with local Judges again
geee running 2nd
by the way still waiting for the 48 head?
have you remembered were it is!
hope the extra water coming will not wet your feet
cheers
Ian

[dennisS1]

Replaced universal joints in both drive shaft, cleaned up painted and installed.
Much work on the engine, oil pump, overhaul carbie, clean up manifolds etc.
Rebuild starter motor test oil pump and install engine.
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Still need to overhaul a few accessories and install yet ie: generator, water pump, harmonic balancer etc.
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[ellard]

Hi there Dennis


Looking good buddy - should be ready for Melrose?

Enjoy

Wayne

[back_in]

Hi Dennis
looking the goods mate
I was talking to Rolly last meeting (Friday night)
looks as if he is going to take you up on his gear box rebuild
if all goes to plan he is going to get out the car later is year
very worried re sending, he thinks he may never see it again
were are you staying at Melrose? and what will you be bringing?
the committee are hoping the number of series vehicles increase
last year at Blinman they were down.
have you got the info etc? do you want me to send it to you
cheers
Ian

[dennisS1]

Hi, all ok so far,
Will not be ready to take to Melrose, not mine anyway.
Probable bring the 48 or maybe the 107 ute.
Be much happier driving to Blinman cant workout any way to Melrose without sealed road.
Camping in the camping area?
Going to be awfully confusing with 2 pubs, have you worked out a preference?
Dennis

[back_in]

Hi Dennis
prob the closest
cheers
Ian

[ellard]

Hi there Dennis

There is quite a few like yourself with mixed views regarding the Melrose instead on Blinman - My views I will give it a try before comment.

As for the pub situation - I am planning to try all watering holes.

All the best

Wayne

[OverlandByLR]

hi Dennis
Looks great so far cant wait to see the finished product and what colour are you doing the body??
well done
Kc :)

[dennisS1]

Hi, Deep bronze green as it was.
Don’t have much to show at the moment have been turning new bushes and brake part repairs, may get to start firewall repairs this weekend then I can splash some colour round.
Dennis

[OverlandByLR]

Hi Dennis
Hows is the Restoration going?
it great to see a great restoration from start to finish.
Looks Great So Far!
Kc :)

[dennisS1]

A little more completed.
Firewall repair finished, panted and installed, front striped painted and fitted.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/09/1231.jpg
Water pump overhauled and fitted with thermostat housing and new thermostat.
Generator re bushed, bearinged, and brushed.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2012/09/1232.jpg

[dennisS1]

With the help of a few ground up stubbies and a lot of air I have striped all remaining panels.
A new rear left corner fabricated and fitted, ready for some serious painting.
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[Landy Smurf]

how did you get the paint off? i have tried wet n dry, paint stripper sand blasting but none of them seem that great

[dennisS1]

Over the years I have tried all sorts of methods, don’t use sand it will damage the panels, they say soda is good.
My new best method go buy yourself a $200 sand blasting kit, 1 bag glass bead mix with a little walnut shell, large plastic tarp and 5 or 6 hours latter you will have completely clean S1.
Need plenty of air 12 cfm at least.
No damage to Al no paint striper all over the place and me, The bead and shell cost about $70 for 25KG of each and I still have 2/3rds of it left, lot cheaper then paint striper and a lot nicer.
Dennis

[123rover50]

Sounds good. Can you give more details of the blaster etc. Any pics.
Keith

[Landy Smurf]

yeah some more info/pics would be great iam always interested in anew techniques

[dennisS1]

I had a PM asking for more details, so I will post my reply here to:


Hi,
You need something like this, http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/10-GALLON...item1e713b7859.
If you use that link it should take you to eBay and a 10Gal blast kit. Sometimes you can get units a bit bigger with proper blasting taps which would be an improvement.
You will need at least 10cfm compressor to drive it.
Glass bead is about $35 a 25KG bag and walnut shell is a bit less I got mine from some lot in Melb. but just Google it lots of suppliers about.
Buy 1 or 2 really big cheap tarps to make up a blasting area so you can reuse the glass etc.
Make sure you screen it before putting back in the tank, fly wire works well.
Dennis

[123rover50]

Link wont work for me as it says listing has been removed. No matter I will chase it up.
Thanks. Keith

[ellard]

Hi there Dennis

Will call to give proir notice - but will be passing through in a couple of weeks will drop in for a chat

All the best

Wayne

[dennisS1]

Bit of a progress report.
Fuel tank cleaned out, painted and installed, tub and seat box painted and fitted, new brake lines manufactured and installed with new slaves and shoes,screen cleaned up and bolted on, radiator tanks remove, core rodded tanks soldered back on and installed. Wiring loom run.
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Hi Wayne, which week beers getting hot.

[Landy Smurf]

wow your work is great

[wrinklearthur]

Hi Dennis

Could you briefly describe how to clean the aluminium covers to a as new look?

After the cleaning, to stop oil and dirt stains reoccurring, is it feasible to spray a coat of clear lacquer over the bare aluminium, such as the bell housing ?

Your really setting the pace with that job, good work.

[chazza]

Could you briefly describe how to clean the aluminium covers to a as new look?


I found the only thing that worked on my car was to bead-blast them,

Cheers Charlie

[Landy Smurf]

i was watching something on youtube where he said he cleaned aluminium and the spots came back and then tried some acids and it worked. I think i am going to look at bead blasting now too.

[dennisS1]

As stated by Charlie, Glass bead is the go. Cheap easy and quick.

[ellard]

Hello Dennis

Its been a while - looks like the project is comming along well.

All the best

Wayne

[dennisS1]

Knocked up a couple of new door skins and fitted, a lot faster than trying to remove dints. Have the wings just about straight hopefully get them painted in the next day or 2.
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Painted inside before fitting.
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[back_in]

Hi Dennis
you going to Melrose this year
thinking of bring a few spare fuel pumps for the weekend
it's a pity the rest of the panel work was not as easy as door skins
how did you get on with the 110?
cheers
Ian

[back_in]

Hi Dennis
you going to Melrose this year
thinking of bring a few spare fuel pumps for the weekend
it's a pity the rest of the panel work was not as easy as door skins
how did you get on with the 110?
cheers
Ian

[Landy Smurf]

Can I adpot you?

[dennisS1]

Engine running and good oil pressure etc.
Overhaul instruments and steering wheel with original centre and install.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/02/141.jpg
Finished off the painting and installed Wings and Doors.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/02/142.jpg
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[Landy Smurf]

how did you overall the steering wheel?

[dennisS1]

Clean out all the cracks and widen them a bit, fill with body filler, sand back and give it a dozen coats of black acrylic lacquer.
Lacquer the centre bit, clean up the contacts on the horn and dip switch.
I change the wiring so that these switches only switch relays, this also removes the load from the light switch.
Dennis

[wrinklearthur]

Clean out all the cracks and widen them a bit, fill with body filler, sand back and give it a dozen coats of black acrylic lacquer.
Dennis
I have seen it done on old Fergy tractor steering wheels as well and they last well after that treatment.
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[dennisS1]

Been a bit slack with the posts, but just about ready for OK inspection, so I will post a few shots of the result.
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/08/684.jpg (http://s212.photobucket.com/user/dennis1948/media/86window_zpsbb2e57d2.jpg.html)
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/08/685.jpg (http://s212.photobucket.com/user/dennis1948/media/86back_zps1741e417.jpg.html)
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/08/686.jpg (http://s212.photobucket.com/user/dennis1948/media/86Engbay_zps4122141e.jpg.html)
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/08/687.jpg (http://s212.photobucket.com/user/dennis1948/media/86insideD_zps437dccf5.jpg.html)
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/08/688.jpg (http://s212.photobucket.com/user/dennis1948/media/86seats_zps7133be6c.jpg.html)
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/08/689.jpg (http://s212.photobucket.com/user/dennis1948/media/86rside_zps449d5028.jpg.html)
https://www.aulro.com/afvb/images/imported/2013/08/690.jpg (http://s212.photobucket.com/user/dennis1948/media/86rfront_zps618159f2.jpg.html)

[magilla]

Schmicko, something for me to aim towards

[klonk]

Top job , something to be proud of

[Defender Mike]

Very NOICE:)

[back_in]

Hi Dennis
looks very nice
if you brought it to Melrose 2014
would have a chance of best of breed
cheers
Ian


ps
best join the committee first

[mfc]

Stunning

[wrinklearthur]

I tried very hard to pick faults with your work and then went outside to look at my own efforts. -------- I have a lot of catching up to do. :(

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[mfc]

That's a fact.....