My Nova Build -WIP-

[nova ian]

Thought I'd finally get round to putting up my WIP thread for everyone to see.
Im doing a bareshell rebuild which will eventually house an XE. (I know its been done lots before, but always fancied building one!)

So here goes!! The build began with this 1.2 Merit which I found in a local Scrapyard of all places! After having a nosey around I thought sod it I will take it as it wasnt in that bad condition, and it didnt have a sunroof. So I swapped another 1.2 nova I had which was a 110% rust bucket and a small amount of cash, and trailored away my new shell. The main areas that were bad and tin worm had set in were, the slam pannel and passenger side rear arch, The drivers side rear arch and boot floor were solid.



Passenger Side rear arch, behind rub strip.



So that is the base for my project.

When I got it home

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...a/14052006.jpg

[nova ian]

Since then I have stripped it down to a bare rolling shell.

Engine out


Had to laugh, when you compare the 1.2 Lump with the jerry can behind!


Interior out, roof lining, interior pannels, Sound deadening removed, Dash out, and wiring loom labelled so i remember whats what! LOL
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...a/24092006.jpg





Also I have had a new front crossmember and slam pannel.


And two new rear quarters




http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...4102006007.jpg

I also had any other bits that were a bit worse for wear plated up, such as the inner wings
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v3...4102006012.jpg

[nova ian]

and today I have took a few more pics, and done abit more work.

The wiring loom has been removed.


I also seam sealed the lips on the rear arches, which were rolled for me when the quartes were fitted. Also just gave a sweep out as there was loads of dust and bits everywhere.

Next on the list is to have my plating kit welded in, which I recieved the other day from Chris Astley Motorsport. And also sort the chasis leg for alternator clearance, aswell as move the drivers side front engine mount down a bit lower.

Thats about it so far. Took me about 6 months up to now as I dont get much time to work on it, but aiming to complete it for next summer.

I will update as and when I make some progress! Hope you enjoy.

Thanks. Ian. I will leave you with a few more pics.

Battery tray


Engine Bay




Boot Floor

[rednova]

looks like a good find there bud - keep the progress pics comin, looking good so far

Phil

[alistairolsen]

thats a damn good find for a scrapyard car!!

Glad to see youre doing it properly tho and not just covering up the rust!!

[Iain]

Can I ask who did the rear arches and if you can recommend their work as I'm looking to get mine fixed/replaced too. (Tried to PM you but your inbox is full )

Nice project by the way.

[Wilson]

Thats a very good find for a scrappy car. looks like your doing everything properly aswell. good luck with it mate

[staggy_gsi]

i would also like to know who did the rear quarters as my passenger side needs sorting. approx how much am i looking at? looking good anyway mate, keep it up and make sure you keep posting pics!

[nova ian]

Thanks for the interest. The body work was done by someone i know who works in bodywork. He did it as a side job for me in his spare time, and doesnt usually take that much work on, was only because I know him, So sadly i cant help you there guys. Sorry.

I will keep the topic updated, but as I have already said, I dont get to work on it as much as id like.

Ian

[General Baxter]

i would also like to know who did the rear quarters as my passenger side needs sorting. approx how much am i looking at?

i got quoted ?500 a side with out paint