1970 front pan/batt box/front rust repairs
 

I started to replace the front pan, but when i removed the gas tank support i noticed a lot of rust around the battery box so i halted in removing the pan for fear of losing structural integrity. I really hate to have to fabricate the pieces that i need. Anyone done this repair? Would like some advice. Thankshttp://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploa...1278270150.jpg
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Come on guys help me out.

I did this about a year and a half ago. I just proceeded slowly and carefully to make sure that I didn't alter the suspension geometry where the front A-arms connect to the pan. I did have to do some fabrication of the longitudinals around the pan. You can buy them, but they are a expensive (what isn't with these cars?). It was slow work but satisfying in the end. There are quite a few threads on pan replacement. I would read them all. It was great to drive it the first time out and not have any handling problems. In fact the handling was noticeably improved with the increased chassis rigidity.

Take a look at some picture I have on my website, Rust Repair on my '71 911T , this will give you an idea. I also had to fabricate some pieces.


Now the car looks like this

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Good look with your project, and never give up !

Cheers
Engelbert

Thanks guys

Where did you find the front longitudinals?

I found that just replacing the rusted sections with new 18 gauge sheetmatal worked fine.
I drilled lots on small hole when overlaying the blasted sheetmetal with new 18 gauge pieces.
Weld the holes as you bump metal into final form. It takes time put the result is a very stiff cross-section that connects the front torsion bars.

A rotisserie makes the job easier but it is a labor of love and you wonder why did I ever get started on this project... Do not be discouraged. Keep plugging away and your skills improve exponentially as you progress in pattern fitting and welding.

good luck on your project.

thank you very much