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Fez_uk · 18-08-2014, 21:20

Look good but have I missed a step? Did you cut the rot out?

The Patrolman · 18-08-2014, 21:52

Check out from #50

There was no rot!

but I did take a section of wing out and move it back 2" to clear the new tyres

Glad you cant tell, if you check the earlier posts you will see the limited clearance with these tyres. now they are spot on

Fez_uk · 18-08-2014, 22:02

ooo very nice

solarman216 · 18-08-2014, 22:19

Quote:

Originally Posted by The Patrolman

Thanks

I wanted a spare set of wings to practice on but they fell through. So I thought how do I keep the mint wings with out cutting away the return edge, What you see is the result of some brave cuts with the grinder

Very nice, just shows what you can do given the time, something I am desperately short of, Rick

The Patrolman · 20-08-2014, 20:24

I need to order some paint to respray the wings, does anyone know the paint code for ths nissan metallic red.
Not sure if i will need base coat and laquer or just a one coat of something close

solarman216 · 20-08-2014, 21:00

We have a firm here in near by Hastings that given the paint code will make up a spray can or two of the correct paint, the code will be on the identification plate, on T2's it is under the bonnet right hand bulkhead but do not know on Patrols, I can give you their number if you want, Rick

Sweety · 20-08-2014, 21:13

Your paint & trim codes will be on the ID plate which will prob be under the bonnet. If your going to respray the whole wing you'll need to flatten back all of the paint & primer on each wing with 800 wet&dry one so the wing is nice & smooth but also to give the surface a good key for the new paint & this is prob the most important stage if you want a good finish. It's upto you if you wish to use a primer first (some people do so don't) but if there are any low points i'd use a high build primer as it's also a filler, then add your colour & if it becomes a bit rough etc flatten it back lightly with 1200 wet&dry before covering with lacquer & the more coats of lacquer you do the deeper & better shine you'll get

The Patrolman · 20-08-2014, 21:44

I can get some made up tomorrow, locally to work in Essex. Truck and id plate are back in Redcar in the North east. hence the question

I'm not too worried about a deep shine as I would then have to do the rest of the truck. just red to cover the primer

The Patrolman · 06-04-2015, 15:38

And now for a go at the rears

How much do you cut away to start with

Hows about lots

The Patrolman · 06-04-2015, 15:39

Slot in a sheet of 1.6mm St St and start welding

The Patrolman · 06-04-2015, 15:41

Tap around the inner arch for a bit more clearance and a bit more welding and its as solid as a rock

The Patrolman · 06-04-2015, 15:43

Ta da!!

The Patrolman · 06-04-2015, 15:44

And a quickie of the other side

The Patrolman · 06-04-2015, 17:16

Done for today

The Patrolman · 06-04-2015, 17:17

Much better clearance around the arches.... now for a 1-2" body lift

20-08-2014, 21:00	#81
solarman216 Off road maniac Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Bexhill on Sea Vehicle: Y60 Patrol Me, 3 ltr Mrs Posts: 17,432	We have a firm here in near by Hastings that given the paint code will make up a spray can or two of the correct paint, the code will be on the identification plate, on T2's it is under the bonnet right hand bulkhead but do not know on Patrols, I can give you their number if you want, Rick __________________ Ex banger racer now off road maniac Lokka on the front with manual hubs Diff lock on rear 3 inch SS straight through exhaust Manly winch bumper with 13000 lb winch 10 spike ground anchor, with multiple straps and blocks Super strong body cills capped with scaffold pole 20% stronger springs all round aggressive off road tyres on wheels so just swap. Aim to get stuck and be completely self sufficient in extraction, love getting muddy, 2ft deep is good but rare.

18-08-2014, 21:20	#76
Fez_uk Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Mid-Wales Vehicle: Maverick 2.7 - Patrol 4.2 Posts: 5,644	Look good but have I missed a step? Did you cut the rot out?

18-08-2014, 21:52	#77
The Patrolman Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Redcar, Teesside Vehicle: Y60 Patrol 4.2 PeTroll Posts: 2,122	Check out from #50 There was no rot! but I did take a section of wing out and move it back 2" to clear the new tyres Glad you cant tell, if you check the earlier posts you will see the limited clearance with these tyres. now they are spot on

18-08-2014, 22:02	#78
Fez_uk Senior Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Mid-Wales Vehicle: Maverick 2.7 - Patrol 4.2 Posts: 5,644	ooo very nice

20-08-2014, 20:24	#80
The Patrolman Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Redcar, Teesside Vehicle: Y60 Patrol 4.2 PeTroll Posts: 2,122	I need to order some paint to respray the wings, does anyone know the paint code for ths nissan metallic red. Not sure if i will need base coat and laquer or just a one coat of something close

20-08-2014, 21:13	#82
Sweety Senior Member Join Date: May 2013 Location: Northumberland Vehicle: Terrano 2.7TDI SE LWB Posts: 3,604	Your paint & trim codes will be on the ID plate which will prob be under the bonnet. If your going to respray the whole wing you'll need to flatten back all of the paint & primer on each wing with 800 wet&dry one so the wing is nice & smooth but also to give the surface a good key for the new paint & this is prob the most important stage if you want a good finish. It's upto you if you wish to use a primer first (some people do so don't) but if there are any low points i'd use a high build primer as it's also a filler, then add your colour & if it becomes a bit rough etc flatten it back lightly with 1200 wet&dry before covering with lacquer & the more coats of lacquer you do the deeper & better shine you'll get

20-08-2014, 21:44	#83
The Patrolman Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Redcar, Teesside Vehicle: Y60 Patrol 4.2 PeTroll Posts: 2,122	I can get some made up tomorrow, locally to work in Essex. Truck and id plate are back in Redcar in the North east. hence the question I'm not too worried about a deep shine as I would then have to do the rest of the truck. just red to cover the primer