Re: [Quantum Owners] Saloon metal structure replacement

2021-07-30 Thread Jim Hearne
Oh, meant to say , i would only really expect stress cracks on the 2+2 and Saloon as a result of accident damage. The fibreglass on these is so thick it doesn’t seem to be an issue normally. Can you see the rear of those areas for any indication of the fibreglass de-laminating ? Jim From:

Re: [Quantum Owners] Saloon metal structure replacement

2021-07-30 Thread Jim Hearne
Unfortunately rusty sills on the saloon and 2+2 is a lot down to luck, how well the fibreglassing went when these areas were being done at the factory. On both cars the sill to A pillar area is very complicated to completely seal against water coming in around the door hinge openings. On the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Saloon metal structure replacement

2021-07-30 Thread Rick Finlan
Thanks Jim, I had the same thought. I haven't removed the sill yet as its raining , but I have noticed the passenger side door has a larger gap at the top of the hoop than the drivers side, its dropped about 3mm by my reckoning, car is probably already bending, my thought is that the

Re: [Quantum Owners] Saloon metal structure replacement

2021-07-30 Thread Jim Hearne
I imagine it would be a good idea to take the sill members out with no engine in the car, or at least make sure it’s supported at both ends under the floor and under the engine so there is no weight from the engine pulling the front down. Otherwise you might end up with a Banana. Jim From: