Griffdowg

Griffdowg

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The rear cross member has gone on my 2a lightweight. ripped off by a lead footed TD5 owner when I got stuck out last time on the lanes. I admit the x member was rotten :eek: so had it coming I guess.

Picked up a new 1/4 chassis recently but ringing around a few places I cannot find anyone willing to take the work on :eek: chassis specialist is too old :rolleyes: local garage are busy with MOT's :rolleyes:

So can anyone recommend anyone in Bristol or close to North Bristol or alternatively help me replace it myself (I cannot weld) I can wield a spanner and I come complete with a tea fairy although space at mine will likely be limited to outside.

Any thoughts or suggestions?

Cheers Leafers,

G
 
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I couldnt weld either......but I learnt......you could always borrow a Pikey for a day or two
 
If you're struggling, try a few local metal works /welding type places, if they are short on work they may be happy to do it if you'll strip it back for them.

You'll also find they will do a much much better job than most garages
 
do it yourself.
you will grow from the challenge, and once you have bought a 150 amp mig welder, you will always have one.
welding is fun, if painful!
 
I had the same problem. Local metal welder offer to do it for approx £300. I invested in a Stick welder, practised on some old metal until I had good results and did the job myself. Passed the MOT and 2 years later still OK. You can watch good training videos on youtube and get the basic gist. Terry
 
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