2 Door T3 -- Retro-Fit Doors

[Weg]

Following the complete success of building Clarissa, my 2 door Type 3(the brown one) in 22/23, I decided to fit doors to Edith (my blue T3) before putting her back on the market.
Clarissa started as a new-build with a bare metal chassis, easier to develop than stripping out an existing build and gave a blank canvas to get the design right.

The brief to myself was to give easy access/exit for Carol (and later myself) while retaining a flush body with no handles or hinges visible.
Bespoke hinges were developed which can now be replicated easily.

The picture shows all the chassis work finished and ready for the body to be bonded on with PU adhesive.

I’m keeping the BS French Blue colour although now would be the best time to do a colour change.

[Richard and Pat]

Well done Tony, it is a magnificent job.

[Wizzle]

That’s excellent work!

[Richard and Pat]

Perhaps update your work on the triangulation please Tony?

[Weg]

Archie recommended some triangulation in the side ladder, now executed.
Also visible, the strut strengthening rear door post & top rail. Eagle eyed will spot, when zoomed in, vertical strut from r/h side of tunnel to dash support rail.

[Weg]

Monday:- Body shell bonded on leaving doors hinged in out of the way, giving access to PU joint in doorway.

Tuesday:- Doors bonded into position. Short 'tracer' cuts previously done in shell to give accurate line for final cut with diamond tipped lmm disk.

Wednesday:- Cut out doors. (Pic to follow)

[CairAndros]

Great job Tony,
It is so inspiring, maybe it could be an option for Alan.
Although it is fun to make it yourself

[Weg]

That went well.

[Chapin1]

Wow just what I need on my new T4 build. Could you post more detail on hinges and latches,
Mike C