Hey guys, looking at a roller. Most of the car is rust free according to seller (longs, floors, etc.). There is a little surface rust here and there, but car is already stripped down on the outside. The only thing that concerns me (because I'm new at this) is this area. Can a few of you experienced guys look at these pics and tell me how much work this looks like to clean out, and if you see any major problems here? Obviously new tray and support are needed, but what about that hole down in the bottom?
Battery support and shelf ... $80 new?
Possibly engine shelf .... $180 new
Welding parts in ... $??.??
What does the hell hole look like? That could cost a bit if it is rusted out.
Battery tray assembly can be removed by drilling spot welds. I believe the engine tray might be spot welded in to, but regardless is replaceable.
You need a picture of the metal below the ECU mount on the battery tray.
It looks saveable, especially if you already have someone who can do the welding for you. If it turns out to be to rusty pm me, depending on where you are in the NW I have two pretty decent shells for sale cheap.
I see a hole in the top of the long....
ANY penetrations in that area usually means the inside is compromised,
to what extent .. ?
Id get underneath the car and look up at that area...
You'll have a better idea how bad.
That's not too bad looking. Once you remove the tray, you should be able to clean
that up with perhaps "spot" patching. Wished mine looked that good
Based on the battery tray pics - or what is left, I question the sellers statment "...car is rust free according to seller (longs, floors, etc.)..."
You should check as well the jack point and particular the suspnesions ears below the battery area.
Can you see/check the car in person or only pics?
Post your location and ask one of the club members to inspect the car with you - this will cost a few bucks or a steak and some beer.
good luck!
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