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new boy
Posted: Fri Feb 19, 2021 8:17 pm
by oldpatchwork
Hi everyone I am new here but I 've had my E30 since 2001 and have done lots to it I fitted air-con and power steering but it failed it's MOT 3 years ago on excess corrosion on the n/s rear arch I cant get to do t because as I have become old I got unable to work out there like i used to anyway hi to all !!
Re: new boy
Posted: Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:09 pm
by Vez010
Hi, welcome!
Maybe you could share some pics on here? I’m sure some of the more knowledgeable chaps on here can help you with the corrosion issues.
All the best!
Re: new boy
Posted: Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:28 pm
by Tzantushka
Welcome!
No harm in getting old - you just need to outsource more
Re: new boy
Posted: Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:35 pm
by boxclever1753
Hello hello!!
Re: new boy
Posted: Sat Feb 20, 2021 9:07 am
by flybynite
Tzantushka wrote: ↑Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:28 pm
No harm in getting old - you just need to outsource more
^^^THIS^^^
Anything to keep another E30 on the road
Re: new boy
Posted: Sat Feb 20, 2021 9:15 am
by steve_k
welcome aboard,
as said above, post some pics of the rust & your location & i'm sure there could be someone in your area who could help out.
Re: new boy
Posted: Sat Feb 20, 2021 10:07 am
by oldpatchwork
thanks for the warm welcome! will do the photos but I need to figure out how to upload pics
Patrick
Re: new boy
Posted: Sat Feb 20, 2021 2:36 pm
by martauto
oldpatchwork wrote: ↑Sat Feb 20, 2021 10:07 am
thanks for the warm welcome! will do the photos but I need to figure out how to upload pics
Patrick
Welcome to the zone mate, age is of no consequence here (unless like me you are lol) and lets see some pics of what you have please.
Have a look at this link, it should help you out mate.
viewtopic.php?f=114&t=277018
Mart.
Re: new boy
Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 1:03 pm
by oldpatchwork
ha I think I've worked it out
thank you Mart
I'll go and photograph the bad bits this afternoon and you can tell me what's what
Re: new boy
Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 1:08 pm
by boxclever1753
Lovely looking little chromie! With any project you just need to break down all the work required into separate smaller lists - then it starts looking a bit more manageable rather than just daunting!!
Start with a main list of two parts - what needs to be done & what I would like to be done... and just be really honest with yourself. Then break it down to engine, interior, body and drivetrain.
But it looks like a great survivor car and rest assured that most of the E30's you see are hiding rust issues (and other issues) so don't get too stressed. You can always reach out on here and in the real world too - there are still mechanics and trimmers who love working on these sorts of cars.
Good luck and keep updating us
Re: new boy
Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 2:12 pm
by martauto
boxclever1753 wrote: ↑Sun Feb 21, 2021 1:08 pm
Lovely looking little chromie! With any project you just need to break down all the work required into separate smaller lists - then it starts looking a bit more manageable rather than just daunting!!
Start with a main list of two parts - what needs to be done & what I would like to be done... and just be really honest with yourself. Then break it down to engine, interior, body and drivetrain.
But it looks like a great survivor car and rest assured that most of the E30's you see are hiding rust issues (and other issues) so don't get too stressed. You can always reach out on here and in the real world too - there are still mechanics and trimmers who love working on these sorts of cars.
Good luck and keep updating us
I can not say any more than this, perfect !!!!
Apart from what a cool looking car you have , more pics please and glad we could help.
Mart.
Re: new boy
Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 4:21 pm
by Tineca
Lovely car
Re: new boy
Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 4:43 pm
by BenHar
Very nice.
And cruise control too!
Ben
Re: new boy
Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 5:22 pm
by steve_k
now that is a really nice looking chromie,
if i was you i'd keep that as is, get the work done & keep on top of it.
Re: new boy
Posted: Sun Feb 21, 2021 9:29 pm
by flybynite
Very nice
although I don't have one I do have a soft spot for the M10 engine.
Well worth saving
Re: new boy
Posted: Mon Feb 22, 2021 3:10 am
by boiliebasher
Welcome. Wow, she looks like a beaut. Well worth saving!
Re: new boy
Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 11:44 am
by oldpatchwork
WOW ! thanks for the encouragement guys
Patrick
Re: new boy
Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 8:26 pm
by oldpatchwork
Vez010 wrote: ↑Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:09 pm
Hi, welcome!
Maybe you could share some pics on here? I’m sure some of the more knowledgeable chaps on here can help you with the corrosion issues.
All the best!
I here is the MOT fail item he put his fingers through the inner arch!
Patrick
Re: new boy
Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 8:29 pm
by oldpatchwork
Vez010 wrote: ↑Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:09 pm
Hi, welcome!
Maybe you could share some pics on here? I’m sure some of the more knowledgeable chaps on here can help you with the corrosion issues.
All the best!
I here is the MOT fail item he put his fingers through the inner arch!
Patrick
Re: new boy
Posted: Tue Feb 23, 2021 9:30 pm
by Vez010
oldpatchwork wrote: ↑Tue Feb 23, 2021 8:29 pm
rust.jpg
Vez010 wrote: ↑Fri Feb 19, 2021 10:09 pm
Hi, welcome!
Maybe you could share some pics on here? I’m sure some of the more knowledgeable chaps on here can help you with the corrosion issues.
All the best!
I here is the MOT fail item he put his fingers through the inner arch!
Patrick
Had a quick peek at the MOT history... I think your best bet is to find someone to repair the structural issues. Like boxclever suggested make a list of the must haves and take it from there.
Best of luck.
