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Our 2CV Restoration (Part 3) |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 30 June 2010 |
OK, it's been a while!! The winter was cold and I didn't feel like freezing to death in the garage working on the 2CV. Then came the spring and our garden (1.5 acres) required a lot of attention and time. Enough of the excuses
I have now uploaded some photos of the various parts purchased from Cassis and ECAS.
I have had the wings, bonnet, boot lid and a few other small pieces blasted and phosphated. After much searching to find a sandblaster that could do car panels without destroying them, I finally found someone in Caen who could. Interestingly, it was in the prison workshop. I turned up with the panels in the back of our car and was chased out by two gendarmes. Apparently, I should have made a rendevous which I subsequently did. They have done a beautiful job on everything and no blasting damage. I have to say the panels are in much better condition than I thought they would be. All have now been given a coat of a zinc based primer until I am ready to paint them. I will probably have the doors done as well, rather than have the tedious job of sanding them down.
Now the photos:
I have discovered the art of plug welding using my MIG welder. For those whose don't know, it almost replicates the original spot welding that was used when the car was first made in the factory. I have never done in before and with not being an experienced welder I couldn't believe how quickly I mastered it. The guide I used can be found at the MIG Welding website. I found this to be absolutely invaluable. When I bought my secondhand MIG several years ago, I couldn't work out why the tip had two prongs on it. I have now discovered it is for plug welding. Some photos below of my efforts on the front floor box section and the rear seat platform. At this stage, no cleaning up has been done to the welds.
Not a bad job, even if I do say so myself!!
More money spent
Description
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Part Number
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(pounds) Cost
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Seat belt anchorage repair panel inner rear wing 2cv left.
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REP07
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18.60 |
| Seat belt anchorage repair panel inner rear wing 2cv right. |
REP08
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18.60 |
| Gutter trim chrome plastic embellishment moulding, 2cv, pair |
1125P |
12.00 |
Repair panel for bottom of A panel 2cv left
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REP29 |
9.95 |
| Repair panel for bottom of A panel 2cvright |
REP30 |
9.95 |
| Fitting kit to hang torpedo silencer from 2cv floor. |
3040K |
14.75
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Hanger, rubber ring, around ends of torpedo. (2)
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15125 |
4.40
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| Indicator repeater light for rear of front wing 2cv. |
503138 |
37.90
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| Total: |
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126.15 |
Description
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Part Number |
(Euros)Cost |
Nuts for headlamps (2)
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2301720 |
3.50 |
Washers for headlamp (2)
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2105097 |
4.84 |
Left front indicator
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2104010 |
19.73 |
Right front indicator
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2104011 |
19.73 |
Chassis captive nuts for body to chassis
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1007140 |
13.20 |
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61.00 |
Other bits and pieces: (Converted to pounds)
Sandblasting
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165.00
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| Paint including zinc primer, filler primer, midnight blue, cream. |
118.59
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Portable brazing kit
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75.00 |
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Total:
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268.59 |
Running total in Pounds: £1166.71
Hopefully, now I have got a head of steam up the work will progress more rapidly.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 30 June 2010 )
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Our 2CV Restoration (Part 2) |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 28 October 2009 |
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It's taken a bit longer than I originally thought, but at last an update.
I have now started stripping the car down to see what the total extent of the rust damage is.
Along with what I had already discovered, there is bad corrosion at the rear particularly where the seat belt anchorages are. Interestingly, the bump stop mounting are in good condition with no rot around them. Although the seat belt mountings are bad, I have decided not to replace the complete inner wings, but will fabricate repair panels and weld them in. Also, although I have bought complete 'B-Posts' I will probably only use the bottom sections of them because of the possible difficulties of removing the original door lock and upper seat belt mounts and getting them in the correct position.
You will see from the photos below the extent of the problems!!
Click for a larger image. (Opens in new window)
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Rear Nearside Window
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Rear Nearside Seatbelt Mount
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Rear Nearside Seat Box Section
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Rear Nearside Seat Box Section
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Nearside 'B-Post' Bottom
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Nearside Lower Bulkhead/Floor
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Nearside Lower Bulkhead/Floor |
Rear Nearside Inner Wing
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Rear Offside Seatbelt Mount
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Rear Offside Sill
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Rear Offside Inner Wing
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Offside Lower Bulkhead/Floor
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| Offside 'A-Post' Bottom |
Offside 'B-Post' Bottom
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Rear Offside Seat Box Section
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Front Panel Below Vent Flap
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Having looked at the car more thoroughly, I have purchased the following parts:
From ECAS I bought:(Prices in pounds)
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Part Number
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(Pounds) Cost |
| Rubber gaiter around fuel filler neck to wing |
G1715 |
£6.62 |
| Bonnet catch assembly, 2cv6 etc., complete
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6137B |
£28.60 |
| Gris roues, aerosol for wheels and bumpers 400ml (2 Cans)
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690 |
£16.40 |
| Set screw, plated, 11mm head, M7 x 1.00, 25mm long, Per 25 (2 Boxes)
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SS725 |
£14.68 |
Nut, plated, 11mm hex, M7 x 1.00mm pitch. Per 50 pieces.
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NT7100 |
£3.90 |
| Washer, plated, Citroën type, 7.5mm hole x 14mm. Per 50 |
W714 |
£ 6.82 |
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£77.02 |
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| Rear wing fixing kit |
2300665 |
12.38
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| Plastic join for rear wing |
2300662 |
8.11
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| Rear wing lower clip |
2300670 |
2.80
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| Front floor cover plugs |
3336088 |
4.04 |
| Sill Trim Clips |
2301911 |
6.20 |
| Bonnet Stop Rubbers (Bonnet) |
2902022 |
2.02 |
| Bonnet Stop Rubbers (Bumper) |
2901400 |
2.02 |
| Large nut Front wing |
2301720 |
13.20 |
| Front Mudflap Left |
2301635 |
4.40 |
| Front Mudflap Right |
2301835 |
4.40 |
| Mudflap Rivets |
2301850 |
3.10 |
| Rear Seat Repair Section Top |
3336044 |
47.40 |
| Rear Seat End Left |
3336060 |
17.70 |
| Rear Seat End Right |
3336061 |
17.70 |
| Rear Seat Bottom |
3336046 |
20.95 |
| Overider Rubbers |
2107035 |
15.10 |
| Black Tape Front Bumper |
2107038 |
2.20 |
| Bonnet Sound Proofing |
2901205 |
31.94 |
| Centre Post Hinge Plug |
3335180 |
2.02 |
| Body Mounting Foam |
2302098 |
11.66 |
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229.34 |
Running total in pounds: £720.97
I still have the paint to buy and will publish the cost when I know what it is.
When I have all of the panels, I will put some photos up.
'Til the next time
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 28 October 2009 )
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Our 2CV Restoration (Part 1) |
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Written by Administrator
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Wednesday, 23 September 2009 |
Our 2cv is starting to look a little sad and is in need of some TLC.
Over this winter, I propose to replace the sills, floors, A posts and front lower bulkhead as the rust has unfortunately taken it's toll. As the car has already been fitted with a galvanised chassis, I feel it is worthwhile bringing the rest of the bodywork up to scratch. All the panels that I can see need replacing have been purchased, either from ECAS in the UK or Cassis in France. I already have a reasonably equipped workshop which includes a MIG welder. Ideally, it would be nice to have a spot welder as well, but for the project I can't really justify the cost.
During the project I will include photos and costs as it progresses.
No photos at this stage, but hopefully in the next week or two.
Costs so far:
This book is an absolute must if you are thinking of doing any restoration work on a 2CV. The photos are brilliant and have given me a great insight in what needs to be done and how to do it.
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Part Number |
Cost (Pounds) |
| Front floor (lower bulkhead) |
REP05 |
£34.26 |
| Pair of floor panels |
95264ZP |
£89.00 |
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Part Number |
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| Left Sill |
3335150 |
38.50 |
| Right Sill |
3335151 |
38.50 |
| Left Door Pillar |
3335170 |
64.95 |
| Right Door Pillar |
3335171 |
64.95 |
| 2 Upright Repair Sections |
3335191 |
80.80 |
| 2 Gussets |
3335110 |
4.09 |
| Bonnet Catch |
2901240 |
9.50 |
Miscellaneous
Total Spend to date:
Sterling £175.20
Euros 301.29 (About £273 at todays exchange rate)
More next time.
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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 28 October 2009 )
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