Once-In-A-Lifetime Project

[e30boy]

floor welding

oh ok, because in a few weeks time i will be starting a restoration project of my 318i, and the driver side floor is completely rotted. so the entire driver side needs to be replaced. so i was told by a guy from youtube to use 20 guage for the floor and 18 guage for any support rails. but the thing is i would be removing the entire rotted section and replace it. rather than just use the sheet metal and patch. thats why i would like to know if to use the 18 guage since it much stronger. note: i will be cutting right through the floor and remove. hope you can help

i'm sorry.. can't seem to recall the sheet metal gauge. only remember it was galvanised steel.

 

[mizhan]

e30boy, i'm honoured you approached me on this forum before embarking on your own restoration project. although the numbers you mentioned sound familiar, I can't say with certainty which metal gauge was used at different parts of my car. however, you can buy me a drink and share your expectations of this project. once I understand your needs, I'm certain I can point you towards the right direction. pls keep in mind most panel beaters will swear they can do a proper job, but their work quality varies. my number is 012 3086433.

 

[e30boy]

mizhan thanks for the offer, but i am all the way in South America. A country called Guyana. as i start the restoration i will keep you updated. actually i am thinking to upload a few pics i have now of the car i took before i stripped out the interior.

 

[e30boy]

http://www.bmwclubmalaysia.com/forums/showthread.php?56855-e30-318i-sedan

oh hey mizhan, i started my own thread today. its not much but you can check it out and see what i have to deal with

 

[mizhan]

oh dear.. and I presumptuously assumed you were from around here. in that case it is best you hook-up with E30 owners at your area and draw upon their experience in restoration. it will also be a good idea to read the BMW E30 Restoration Bible.

mizhan thanks for the offer, but i am all the way in South America. A country called Guyana. as i start the restoration i will keep you updated. actually i am thinking to upload a few pics i have now of the car i took before i stripped out the interior.

 

[e30boy]

few e30's

lol, to be honest in Guyana there isn't alot of e30 around. we have more modern bmw's. so alot of ppl dont have them. only a few on the road, but the owners aren't so into the whole e30 culture like i am. they rather buy a new 3 series than to restore a old one lol. thanks for the recommendation too.

oh dear.. and I presumptuously assumed you were from around here. in that case it is best you hook-up with E30 owners at your area and draw upon their experience in restoration. it will also be a good idea to read the BMW E30 Restoration Bible.

 

[IrvingWilkins]

sharp eyes.. in addition to at least one ding on all body panels, left side of front valance has a bit of body and paint damage, obtained from one of the six workshops this car went thru. this won't be visible once the spoiler is fitted; it's still patiently waiting at the paintshop, to be fitted once the painter is ready to touch up all the dings. btw, here's what it looks like..

Great work man.. I know thread is bit old but can you buiild similar one for me.. Waiting for reply thanks in advance

 

[mizhan]

It is only a matter of time and money. Sure, why not.

Great work man.. I know thread is bit old but can you buiild similar one for me.. Waiting for reply thanks in advance

 

[mizhan]

Been a while since I brought along a decent camera on my daily trips to Rasta. Time to revive this thread :biggrin:

 

[mizhan]

 

[johnj]

manyak chanthek.....
hahahaha

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manyak chanthek.....
hahahaha

 

[mizhan]

can win 2nd prize concourse or not? 1st prize is your car laa...

manyak chanthek.....
hahahaha

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manyak chanthek.....
hahahaha

 

[johnj]

hahahaha..nolahh...mine so so only..btw, cant make it this sat also...

 

[mizhan]

why cannot make it la? like that i also dowan to go.. your car not there no fight for me laa.

 

[mizhan]

it will be a very dull world without stickers. do you agree Mr. Yan?

 

[wpyan76]

Haha, let's do it and give away to all friends to own E30..


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[x2n]

Been a while since I brought along a decent camera on my daily trips to Rasta. Time to revive this thread :biggrin:

iX?!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! pergh uber rare!

 

[rezzsya]

untungla ada e30 cantik2..

 

[x2n]

untungla ada e30 cantik2..

lets work hard and earn it man. im gonna start with..., making babies!

 

[hazrul]

salam, dis pages are superb... owesome.... speechless..... walauweiii now i am at pages 276... wut a nice car lah....:smokin: