Thread: My Series 3 Project

Hi Bacicat.
I see you repaired the rear end of the chassis, using a arc welder.
Any Tips.
What size and type rods did you use ????
I was thinking 2 1/2mm steel plate, using 2mm GP rods.
My cig arc can be set between 40 and 140 amps.
Thanks.

whitehillbilly64

Originally Posted by whitehillbilly64

Hi Bacicat.
I see you repaired the rear end of the chassis, using a arc welder.
Any Tips.
What size and type rods did you use ????
I was thinking 2 1/2mm steel plate, using 2mm GP rods.
My cig arc can be set between 40 and 140 amps.
Thanks.

whitehillbilly64

Very close. It was 3mm plate, only because that's what I had lying around. That section I replaced was made from scratch. I made cardboard templates and folded them and taped them together. Once I was happy with that, I transferred the design to the steel and cut it all out with a grinder. Took it to my mates workshop and folded them up. Tacked the whole lot together and trimmed the end until I was happy how it fitted to the chassis, then just took my time and welded it on a small 'blat' at a time. 10 minutes with a flap disk in the grinder, some primer surfacer, a sand and a coat of paint later, and that's what you see in the pic.

Thanks for that.
What size rods were the best ????
And were the just General Purpose rods ????

whitehillbilly64

I use 2.5mm Satincraft GP rods. Tried a few different types but I get a nice smooth weld with these, so I use them for pretty much everything I do at home. Not sure what amperage I used - I just fiddle with it until it feels right - maybe 60 amps? Not sure.

Originally Posted by mason.sugars

Love to get a set of these extractors, where could i get some? Thanks

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Ok, time to get this project back on track... Again...

Was dicking about with the rear spring pack trying to change the bushes, but after a near miss when the spring shot a chisel past my ear, I went inside and ordered a set of parabolics from Rocky Mountain.

Also bought home another engine for it - this one is a complete known runner, with everything we need - it was removed from the vehicle 18 months ago and replaced with a 186 due to low compression. So, between this and the other motor, I should have more than enough bits to make one good one. I might start it tomorrow before sticking it on the engine stand to see how it runs. I'm guessing the valves are a bit worn, but as a full rebuild will be happening, I'm not too fussed at the moment. It has a near new water pump, new filters, oil and plugs so giving it a run should be a snap.

Might send the head up to Cookey for him to work some magic on while I'm at it.

A very timely update i have been contemplating myself if i should refurbish the originals (badly worn so not that keen) for my SWB 88" or go with Parabolic. Also i am planning to have Salisbury axle at the rear. (Never seen 88" with Salisbury & parabolic's so kinda holding back)

Did you buy Rocky Mountains locally? I have heard good and bad things about RM as compare others sandersonleafsprings.co.uk, heystee-automotive.com

Regards,
Nav

88's never had the Sals fitted, but it will go in. I ordered the springs online but they are closed until the 11th I think, so won't hear from them with final shipping costs until then. I was a little hesitant to go with parabolics as I've seen quite a few - of all different brands - sag, but this seems to be the odd one here and there, not an entire set.

Time will tell.