Came across this aluminum decklid recently ---- with its original wiper motor in place, no less. A 'take-off' from an accident many years ago. Outer skin tweaked. Several tears on the inner frame.
Is this fixable? Is it worth fixing? I don't need perfect, and I prefer to get an original piece. Can this be restored and made usable again? Frankly, I like the idea of re-cycling something like this, anyway.
Whaddiya think? Any ideas on costs?
Rick Kreiskott
a good body guy can fix it
Mike
Hell, Yes, it's worth fixing.
That can be made to look and function like new by a competent metal man.
Two that immediately come to mind are:
Ed Palmer, Kundensport, in Camarillo, CA 805. 445. 9146
Bruce Terry, Specialty Metal Fabrications, Monterey, CA 831. 647. 1095
When done, you'll be in posession of a highly desirable & sought after part, in which you'll have $ 1,200 to 1,500 invested (repaired and in primer, the numbers are my guess) which usually changes hands for anywhere from $2,000 to $4,000 + these days, depending on condition.
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Let me know if you want to sale your rear wiper. I think I remember seeing one on your new car. You can PM me if you like.
Olin
This isn't a project for an average body shop technician. My old shop did lot's of Ferraris back in the 80's and early 90's. You need someone well versed in aluminum work and TIG welding. Please find yourself a similar shop that does alloy bodied repair work and have them do it or get a referral. Someone that does not know what they are doing will reduce this part to the soda can recycling bin in a hurry! ( I remember once having a Testarossa in the shop with a hopelessly mangled front bonnet--we had to replace with new--I gave it to my tech to take to the recycler. I think he got $75 for it. The new one cost $5000+ and that was 20 years ago!)
Rick,
In addition to the other references posted, Urs Gretener @ Gretener Prototype Engineering in Paso Robles, CA can repair your engine lid. Urs is a very talented fabricator in both steel & aluminum. Urs' phone number is (805) 239-2866.
Dave
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My guy here in Utah can do it as well. Well versed in AL and Jaguars. They have at least 2 "Restoration Car of the Year" awards from the Jag club. Lundquist Restorations.
Sounds like you have your answer... good score.
Eric - Sandy, Utah
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. . . based on the comments posted here, I'm getting the lid.
My thanks to John, Dave and Eric for the names and contact infomation. I really appreciate it!
And Olin, when I pull that wiper motor off, I'll be sure contact you.
Rick Kreiskott
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