MGB GT Restoration Pt 22 Welding the Sills

[@RebuildthePast]

What would you like to see in future videos?

[@thelittleredbus]

The drain from my heater box (Tom’s knob) has rotted off and bottom of the heater box has rotted out. We now get water in the footwell. Also someone filled the heater box fresh air flap with expanding foam! Are you needing to repair yours as I’d be interested to see how you do it.

[@bpeacehelotes]

I am VERY impressed with your skills!

[@awalk5177]

You did a good and professional job there. Well done.

[@Monsieurpod]

It's funny because I also have a B GT, I'm also replacing my sills, I should have the same age as you, and I'm doing it in the same conditions with a very small garage and a cheap welder. And it's still good to have some of your advices

[@jonathanpalmer5505]

I have just spent my entire afternoon watching all the videos. Very informative and well presented. I own a 67 roadster and am now considering adding a GT to my fleet! Keep up the good work.

[@mikego18753]

Enjoyable vid,six years ago.I suppose it,s finished& ready for doing again.lol. Thanks.

[@palmplex]

Well done mate. I did this to my MGBGT twice! over the 19 years I had it. Now live in Sydney and have a 20 year old rust free MGF VVC that I’m working on. Great work.

[@gregorypeterson9]

Greatwork mate I have a 74 and a half GT myself great inspiration thank you so much.

[@steveharvey4250]

I have replaced one floor pan but on the other side, I have to replace the sill as well so this video helps me be well prepared!

[@David-wy9jl]

Nice job. Looking forward to seeing you install the last dog leg piece. I'll be doing some of what you're doing so your videos are very helpful. Thanks, David

[@RebuildthePast]

David B I'm really glad they're useful. I will be putting up a video on the dog leg section next week.

[@David-wy9jl]

Regarding the rear triangle piece, when I purchased mine, there were 2 available, one from BMH and the other was an aftermarket, so I ordered both. The aftermarket fit was poor and the BMH one was much better. David

[@RebuildthePast]

David B thanks, I thought the aftermarket one wouldn't be that good so I ordered the bmh one but that was also a paint haha

[@frankfisher99]

Very impressive. I'm going to watch all the other videos and then get myself an MG!

[@drsterry]

When you are finished maybe you can rebuild the sills on my MGC. You've convinced me that I don't want the job!

[@marknelson5929]

Excellent series, well done.

[@scopijohnson]

Getting a great following man! Good job on all the work on your B. Looking forward to seeing more!

[@RebuildthePast]

Scopi thank you, I have videos to edit and upload but I’m in a rush to get it ready now. Hope to have it’s mot next weekend but still have to finish suspension and replace the brake pipes. Fingers crossed !

[@sw651]

Just keep showing the progress, I like seeing how far its come. Have you chosen a paint color yet? I remember a discussion in the comments.

[@RebuildthePast]

sw651 thanks! I think I'm staying with the old English white

[@georgeknapp271]

Exelent work , love the vids .

[@Dimino519]

Love your series. I have a 1971 B that is need of restoration and your enthusiasm and confidence have made me motivated to take on the restoration. Thanks for sharing the process with us. How long did it take you to learn how to weld and what would you recommend for someone wanting to learn?

[@ChristopherLawfubb]

Awesome

[@clairegoddard6809]

Do you clean off the “weld through” primer before welding? Apparently you should!

[@anthonyfuller5045]

That was great! :-)

[@RebuildthePast]

Anthony Fuller thank you! I'm thinking when this is back on the road I might have a look at supercharging it

[@anthonyfuller5045]

Rebuild the Past why not :-) are you on the mg forums/pages on Facebook?

[@RebuildthePast]

Anthony Fuller yes, on the ones on fb. I've been looking at the mini superchargers, apparently they are the same as what moss supply

[@anthonyfuller5045]

Rebuild the Past could be fun :-)

[@Fryer531]

Love your gloves & mask.

[@richardelder1806]

Thanks for the info on the welder have one outer sill to do and need to replace both rear wing beading plus a both sides have rotted on the rear deck wear it meats beading .some one has already replaced floor all sill section on drivers side in 1990 then car sat outside since project stalled that's when rear deck has rotted out plus all boot floor was replaced but corner has rotted out while it's been sat with water collecting front near side inner wing needs some repairs on rail top and other

[@RebuildthePast]

I had to repair where the beading met at the top of the rear wings. I found it quite difficult as the gt falls down and then rises for the rear pillar. Hopefully you will find yours easier. Are you going to use a panel from Moss or make your own?

[@richardelder1806]

Rebuild the Past I'm going to try and make the panel my self as on the roadster you have to buy a complete rear wing including the bead and a section of the top decking up to the the corner of the boot lid .I will buy the bedding as it is sold by the foot at the mgbhive did you post a video of when you were doing the repair to wing and bead as I have only watched the latter video of the sills so far

[@RebuildthePast]

Richard Elder that’s what I had to do. Took ages but the beading was originally spot welded on so I’m using a 2 part adhesive similar to jb weld

[@richardelder1806]

Yes had a word with a well known mgb restorer and that's what he said they do grind out the beading and fit by glueing in the new piece think the panel will be ok as it's going to be the flat top of the deck with a flange hanging down at side of beading should be able to weld it from inside the boot and through a hole someone uses cut for a speaker just behind b post back

[@torchyboyz]

Hi, I keep watching these old vids, are you bringing out any new ones? Thanks, Paul from Runcorn. P.S. what is your name?

[@richardelder1806]

Very good informative videos just starting a1973 roadster rebuild wanted to know what make is your mig welder as it seams quite a good one when your welding in the sills

[@RebuildthePast]

Thank you, It's Sealey, but I have had to replace a gas valve in it already :( What have you got to do on your B?

[@matthiasbickelhaupt1168]

How much sterlings did u spend for spare parts Metal sheets.??😂😉😁

[@italianjob685]

Hey dude! What's your welding setup?

[@MIGUEL7NEVES]

hello is a mig with gaz?

[@gigiberruto8829]

CAN YOU ADJUST A DOOR LOCK OF A mg b?

[@dieselbushcraft1299]

Have you had any problems with the A or B posts dropping whilst they weren't supported. Nice work though.

[@RebuildthePast]

Diesel Bushcraft none at all, the door gaps have been great. I contacted an MG specialist before and they said unless you take the step sill out as well with the gt there is enough strength in the body. Thanks for watching

[@liten48]

the bottom of the a post orignaly had return lips that sat flat on to the top of outer sill, you have cut them off

[@RebuildthePast]

liten48 unfortunately the previous owner cut them off as this had been repaired before

[@davidweston9115]

This boy is way too good looking to be mucking about in a dark garage. Don't waste your youth man, get in front of some cameras and get paid for your good looks.