Day 3 .... a little progress and some Miata rust

Today, I decided to do some online MGB research and start the rust repair of the rockers on my 91 BRG Miata.  I'm going to sell the car, so it's a job long over due. These Miatas are prone to body rust in the lower fenders/rockers in front of the read wheels, and mine is no different.  I cut out the bad sheet metal, made a cardboard template, and prepped the now raw steel for a POR15 application. So, here are a couple of photos:

Cutting away the bad sheet metal

Cardboard template for patch panel

Ready for steel prep with POR-15 system

So, back to the MGB.  I've decided to just order a new fuel tank from Victoria British instead of messing around with the old rusty tank.

 fuel tank kit

I'll also order the flexible clutch hose and tail light kit.  So, very quickly I will spend 25% of the initial cost of the car!!  I might even add on a few other things while I'm paying shipping anyway....

I hooked up the now-operational fuel pump to the car, and it worked fine.  I just put it back in the basement until the new tank arrives.

Also, I spent some time just lubricating various latches, handles, cables, etc.  Not really necessary just yet, but I felt like doing something a little brainless. I also decided to put a little polish and wax on one of the fenders to see how it looked- not bad.  Now, since the fender was sort of shiny, I noticed two small dents!

After a little wax on the front drivers fender

 I also took some inventory on what will be needed for initial cosmetics (after she is on the road) and she needs carpets, almost all rubber body seals refreshed, steering wheel repaired or replaced, door panel tops, and rear tail lights (one is broken). The seats are marginal at best, but covers will do for a while.  The drivers seat sags to the left- so a little added padding will be needed. Whew.......this is going to be a long journey!

Next up (next weekend) hopefully more fuel system and clutch work if the parts are here. I'll also plan on cleaning up the trunk underside while the tank is out of the way.