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[analogue_radio]

I'm having an issue with rust making an appearance..

[Deathrow]

I'm having an issue with rust making an appearance..

I'm confused as to how Luke .

Mine is in a cold garage which leaks and seems to be ok?

[SomethingNew71]

I'm having an issue with rust making an appearance..

Story of our life.....

[jaydee]

At the seams?

[sonikk4]

Is that around the headlight bud??

[analogue_radio]

This is why my photos of the shell are often taken from far away or carefully framed so you can't spot any rust!

It's not as bad as I'm making out, but it's big enough to be a large concern.. I can't justify spending more time or money on her until it's sorted, seems daft if I need to strip her down to sort the rust out.

The main affected areas are up underneath the scuttle, the engine bay & inside the wings.

I need to get some spotlights in the garage and inspect every area this weekend, I'll get some detailed photos so you lot can advise me on what I'm best to do.

From a legal point of view I'm not entirely sure on where I stand.

[Petrol]

Looks like it's rusting inside of the seams. I had a similar problem with my 1997 Nissan and ended up splitting the seams to get rid of the rust inside. Have a look here

http://www.sxoc.com/...4a-refurb/page7

I then filled the seams with Electrox zinc primer before peening them back. I'm looking for a Mini to refurb at the moment and no doubt will have to split most of the seams. I also wouldnt use Waxoyl, I did some tests with it and it's useless. Dynax is a much better product. There is an index on page 1 of the above thread which lists suppliers.
Keep up the good work

Pete

[Petrol]

Just to add..If you need any more help with the rust problem, I am happy to offer my advice. If you prefer, drop me a PM and you can phone me

Edited by Petrol, 06 November 2012 - 01:05 AM.

[Dolts]

Just read this from the beginning, mate what an inspirational build! Makes me want to find the time/ money/ space to bring my mini dreams to fruition! Keep it up!

[blacktulip]

luke, this project is awesome mate. well done. i love the picture quality too!

[analogue_radio]

Thank you for all the positive comments!

I haven't forgotten about the mini & I intend to make an effort with this rust somehow.

I'm hoping to get in the garage tonight so I can document it all & I'll put up the photos to show you lot, you can advise me on the best plan of action.

[analogue_radio]

Theoretically.

What would you value my mini as? Given you all know the extent of the work, time, attention to detail, effort & money spent over the last few years.

[carboy001]

Priceless

Ermmm I dunno mate to be honest, your gonna have to give more to go on than that. Just the shell or all the parts associated or just some?

I hope your not thinking of calling it a day Mr Turner! Your not allowed (and nor am I for that matter!)!

[MiniLandy]

An insurance valuation, or what you're actually likely to get for it?

Insurance valuation would be very high, as if something were to need replacing, it would cost a lot to get it to the standard it's at now.

If you were to sell it, however, you'd have to lower your horizons. As beautiful a state it's in, it's not a specifically rare mini, so wouldn't go for a massive wad.

[analogue_radio]

Priceless

Ermmm I dunno mate to be honest, your gonna have to give more to go on than that. Just the shell or all the parts associated or just some?

I hope your not thinking of calling it a day Mr Turner! Your not allowed (and nor am I for that matter!)!

It's this rust issue that's killed me.. I can't afford to put it straight and despite earning a salary now I'm struggling to see every month through & still have a fair amount to put to one side.

I just feel like selling it and paying off debts.

Even if I could afford to finish it I'd have to maintain it, insure it and run it whilst running my daily..

I'd sell it as it is, an unfinished project.

An insurance valuation, or what you're actually likely to get for it?

Insurance valuation would be very high, as if something were to need replacing, it would cost a lot to get it to the standard it's at now.

If you were to sell it, however, you'd have to lower your horizons. As beautiful a state it's in, it's not a specifically rare mini, so wouldn't go for a massive wad.

What I'm likely to get for it.

Yeah that's daft.. seems odd to spend so much money and it only be worth half of everything I've spent..