Mk2 early front wing recommendations

Discussion in 'Styling, Trim and Bodywork' started by Cressa, Nov 12, 2021.

  1. dodgy

    dodgy Paid Member Paid Member

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    My white one had a load of pink patches, original owner would red oxide a massive masked off patch if had a stonechip, then spray it with white duplicolor.
    Suppose it preserved the spread, but looks like a salmon splinter camo effect in places.
     
  2. Cressa Paid Member Paid Member

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    I've just been having a quick read of your thread. A proper wolf in sheeps clothing, very nice
     
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  3. AndyBa Paid Member Paid Member

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    There are some rust convertor/remover products that should help, note the rust convertors need the rust to create a reaction, however you'd need to get rid of the crusty rust!
    Have a read-up on Bilt Hambler and Rustbuster products
     
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    As others have said they look fine, definitely worth saving. Onwards to the next reason to utter 'bloody car', heh
     
  5. PhilRyder

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    I have used both Bilthamber and Rustbuster products and they are both excellent. I have recently bought Bilthamber as they work out slightly cheaper and their customer service is very good. Two part epoxy mastic is brilliant stuff and I wouldn't use anything else for outer rust proofing now.
     
  6. Cressa Paid Member Paid Member

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    I've been using the bilthamber product for about 2 years and am happy with it.
    Okay so saving these may not be the easiest way, or the cheapest. But I believe they will better
    Lot of hassle though
    Phil Ryder, what is the 2 part epoxy you mention?
     

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    https://bilthamber.com/product/epoxy-mastic/
     
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    Appreciate this is an old 'wing' related thread, but anyone had any new wings recently and have a view to where to/not to go to get them? Don't think I will be as lucky as the OP with mine so new ones are needed.... Looking at Heritage they are circa £55 each, but as mentioned is this for a reason?

    While I am at it are they easier to paint on or off the car?

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    Assuming that is the only rusty bit and you'll be putting the arches back on wouldn't it be best to get it repaired?
     
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    Potentially the rest of the wing seems pretty solid, will see what the bodyshop says, but may not be cost effective and new wings work out cheaper.
     

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