Chassis repairs

robd1975 · Nov 27, 2016

so after a long absence from the dream that is owning a landrover, in back. I've got myself a series 2a winter project and it needs a little tlc
I have a couple of hole in the chassis and was wondering whether people just stick a patch on the outside or cut it out and weld it flush?

John S · Nov 27, 2016

Where to begin here....For starters could you please be a wee bit more specific about where the hole is ? Chassis rot from inside unless regular treatment with rust prevention products. Slapping a patch over the hole won't work. You have to cut away all the rotten chassis and fabricate a flush fitting patch which should be mig welded into the space. Depending on the location and extent of the holes you might be better opting for a replacement section of chassis rather than a patch. Unless you are confident and experienced at welding get it done by someone who is familiar with landys and welding chassis. Just patch welding a rotten chassis is the same principle as trying to patch a hole in the hull of a rotting boat. It'll fail somewhere else. You can get full, half, quarter and rear chassis sections as well as dumb irons and outriggers. There are various reputable sources. You don't need to explain it here just reflect on what is the right approach; patching may not be the best option.

Bobsticle · Nov 27, 2016

And very eloquently put.

I'd bang a patch on it.

honolulujoe · Nov 27, 2016

plenty of good resto threads in here - some good ones at the top op the page - and in the members vehicles sections, this is another good one https://www.landyzone.co.uk/land-rover/johnnys-series-3-resto-project.178801/

you can see exactly what some people have done

tottot · Nov 27, 2016

Cut out all the rot and if there is nothing left get a new chassis.

robd1975 · Nov 28, 2016

Thanks for the replies, it's what I was thinking. I may replace the rear quarter but the other whole is abot mid way. Previous owner had stuck a patch over it and it would appear to have spread .
I'll try and add a photo to show you but have now removed the patch but won't be at the workshop now until the weekend

robd1975 · Nov 28, 2016

Here's a before picture and a couple of where I am at now

raywin · Nov 28, 2016

Now that's interesting, did you park it there and then build the place around it?

robd1975 · Nov 28, 2016

lol, no I came in through the other door

honolulujoe · Nov 28, 2016

I have workshop envy again

raywin · Nov 28, 2016

honolulujoe said:
I have workshop envy again

I know, its my dream to open the garage door and not to have to move 4 items and then wheel out a bike before I can do anything

tottot · Nov 28, 2016

Chassis looks pretty good,cut out the rotten bits and replace flush .While there you can look down rail and inspect inside. Trouble with a patch is moisture gets trapped between the plates where they are not welded [inside]

honolulujoe · Nov 28, 2016

raywin said:
I know, its my dream to open the garage door and not to have to move 4 items and then wheel out a bike before I can do anything

a lot of garages - mine included - seem to have been designed so you can get a car in - if it isn't full of junk - but barely be able to open the doors to squeeze out

Citizen Kane · Nov 28, 2016

I would say you have been well and truly done. Looks far more 3 than 2a.

robd1975 · Nov 28, 2016

Citizen Kane said:
I would say you have been well and truly done. Looks far more 3 than 2a.

Paperwork says it's a 1971 2a, what makes you think it's not?

John S · Nov 28, 2016

Citizen Kane said:
I would say you have been well and truly done. Looks far more 3 than 2a.

X1 the only 2a bit I can see is the gearstick. The bulkhead looks in need of tlc. New door pillars and probably new footwells. The chassis looks thin in places. I think you'll have more holes in due course.

robd1975 · Nov 28, 2016

Yeah I think there will be a fair bit of cutting out. Will see what happens when I get started. Might end up getting a half chassis if it gets really bad. I'm just curious as to why a 3, I got this off my brother who did mention some thing abot some series panels when he got it a few years back but tbh I don't remember what he said now. I was going to start the bulkhead once the back end is done

honolulujoe · Nov 28, 2016

wasn't 71/72 the changeover year for 2a to 3?

robd1975 · Nov 28, 2016

I believe it was 71 but I'm no expert

Citizen Kane · Nov 28, 2016

Dash layout and windscreen hinges look like they are Series 3. I guess there may have been some cross fertilization as models are phased in and out.

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