Jase

I used a toothbrush to get into all of the awkward parts:

I was going to seam seal the edges inside the wheel arch and engine bay:

Thanks Rob. I gave up on the spot welder. I think I need a new one. Drilled, clamped and welded with some seams inside for good measure, still a bit more to go now but unbelievably it all fits

If anyone has used these bastuck panels, is the primer weld through? thanks

Lining up:

Back on it

Tempted to go that way, get 10% discount as a club member and previous customer.

I had my Spitfire starter reconditioned with Powerlite - Superb and lightening fast turnaround

Any recommendations for a starter motor? My current one is fine which is a standard starter. Considering a hi-torque starter, which make and would you go down that route?

Panel offered up, etch primed ready to spot weld in place:

A few little jobs from last night. Hoping to get the panel welded in over the weekend. A few repairs completed and prep for paint which is a long way off.

Been there with my bonnet, always go back to bare metal if you can. I would also make sure you have left enough time for it all to dry before sanding and applying more coats.

What about a lighter Triumph? GT6 or Spitfire, a huge difference in terms of maintenance and weight.

A few more pics, just added some primer and fettled with the repair panel. If I have time later I’ll cut the old piece out. Still a bit of finishing to do but wanted to check with a coat of primer.

I also have a brand new bonnet assembly on my Spitfire otherwise this would have been perfect.