Restoring an MGA: Body Assembly and Bolt Restoration

Watch as we tackle the body assembly and bolt restoration process of restoring an MGA. Learn how to bring new life to rusty bolts and put together the pieces of this classic car! With all the MGA inner panels painted, we can put them back on! But first, we have to restore our crusty bolts and do some prep work! #mg #mga #restoration #autobodywork #paint Email me: [e-mail] Facebook: / jbmikerepair

[@johnclarke2553]

Why didn't I know you when I had mine? If I did, I might still have it. I was young, a broke student, and it got beyond me, so I let it go. I'm now 72, and still think, maybe one day! Fantastic resto.

[@junksautomotive]

Thanks John! Just from all the work I've done on this MGA, I can tell it's a very maintenance intensive vehicle!

[@andrewmacgregor8717]

Ya missed a pinhole... Top right of where you filled (LOL). I'm impressed with your meticulous work and patience. I'm really looking forward to the final paint. Happy Mother's Day!

[@junksautomotive]

Well dang thanks Andrew! I'll have to look! Happy mothers day. Have a great week buddy!

[@anviltech1839]

Excellent work. That MG is really going to pop. Funny I was using Evapo Rust yesterday on some SU parts. Like you say , it does work well on small parts.

[@junksautomotive]

Thanks buddy! Don't use rustmort on small parts! Lol have a great week!!

[@robertjones1709]

Scootchy Scootchy with yer Scotchbright pad...👍 Cool tips JB most all that hardware came out good as new, guide coat will get you smoother panels

[@junksautomotive]

Boy let's hope so Robert! Glad your watching buddy!

[@robertjones1709]

@@junksautomotive every Sunday I think for a nano second and say to myself, Oh yeah JB !? What's he fiddling around with today? 🤔

[@junksautomotive]

@@robertjones1709 😉

[@HopesAndSons]

Nice video content as always brother hope you had a good day happy mothers day..

[@junksautomotive]

Thanks Kash! Yep took the mom's for a big dinner! Hope you had a good one too!

[@HopesAndSons]

@@junksautomotive No problem yea I chilled with mom took her some flowers and teddy 🐻 my son gave her very good day .. Thanks for responding. 💯

[@stevefoster7603]

What tap size do you use for the fender bolts?

[@junksautomotive]

@stevefoster7603 I don't remember off hand but I know it is a standard fine thread. Most standard tap sets will have one