I'd like to see a in depth video of the restoration. It'd be a handy reference for those of us tinkering with old Rovers
Don.
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I'd like to see a in depth video of the restoration. It'd be a handy reference for those of us tinkering with old Rovers
Don.
In particular the chassis repair would be of interest. I find it hard to believe that it could have been done. But I guess $$$ can do wonders.Quote:
Originally Posted by Don 130
Some before and after pictures of the chassis:
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JUE 477 THE RESTORATION | Julianshoolheifer
The full restoration was documented in a book.
JUE 477 - The world’s first production Land-Rover (history and restora — Porter Press International
I agree, I'm not sure how you weld the holes up between the rust sections and turn it into what seemed to be a very solid chassis. Maybe they replaced the section that attaches to the hanger with the chassis number. :confused:Quote:
Originally Posted by Tins
Yep, they would have had to replace large sections if the pics of it when they got it are anything to go by. When does “restoration “ become replacement?Quote:
Originally Posted by Slunnie;[URL="tel:3200787"
I could be wrong, but I don't think the early 80" had the chassis number on the spring hanger!Quote:
Originally Posted by Slunnie
Leo doesnt seem to have that concern----Quote:
Originally Posted by Tins
https://www.youtube.com/@SampsonBoatCo