86 UHP going back together

[FHP813]

Had some cracks in the floor that had to be addressed before work could start. One of the cracks ended up being a thin spot on the floor that needed to be cut out. I think I got most of them. I will double check before the rest of the interior goes back in.


I had to cut the reinforcing plate.
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/IMG_6006.jpg

Made a patch plate.
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/IMG_6009.jpg

Crack going up trans tunnel.
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/IMG_6005.jpg



That's all for now. Until the next installment...

[ImEvil1]

Great pics Bernie. Another one being done right....

[NoDrama43]

the infamous fox body stress cracks. good job Bernie.

[FHP813]

Well it seems that the area under the reinforcing plate was rusty so out it went. I'm going to the junkyard tomorrow to get a floor pan. The plate was not welded to the side of the floor closest to the door. I'm not sure if it's supposed to be but It defeats the purpose if it's not. It's easier to replace a big section of the floor than to keep making small patches. I'm also thinking about getting some subframe connectors to prevent any further issues.

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/uhpfloor004-1.jpg

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/uhpfloor001.jpg

[86NeSSP]

I imagine I will run int othe same issues as you once I get to tearing into my 86 Nebraska SSP... Thanks for paving the way!

Matt

[FHP813]

I gave up on the floor for now. Moved on to the charcoal trim. I'm going to start working on the bright trim next.

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/uhptrim014.jpg

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/uhptrim016.jpg

http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/uhptrim015.jpg

Finished installing the new trunk lock and adjusting the decklid.
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/uhptrim013.jpg

[NoDrama43]

me likey alottt

[jarhed123]

Man this car has come a long way. This must have been the whore of SSPs, everyone had it at one time or another and no one made it a respectable lady. Bernie, have you gotten the crabs yet?

[28HopUp]

Looking great! For a second I thought you had put a fart can muffler on the driver's side! :eek:

[SparkSVT]

Man this car has come a long way. This must have been the whore of SSPs, everyone had it at one time or another and no one made it a respectable lady. Bernie, have you gotten the crabs yet?

:goodpost:

[copper]

It sure is coming along great Bernie. I wish I had your patience and know how to do that kind of restoring, the right way.

[FHP813]

It sure is coming along great Bernie. I wish I had your patience and know how to do that kind of restoring, the right way.

Thanks, although it won't be concourse I'm going to try to refinish as much as I can.



Man this car has come a long way. This must have been the whore of SSPs, everyone had it at one time or another and no one made it a respectable lady. Bernie, have you gotten the crabs yet?


It's going to be a while but she'll be respectable again. And no crabs wiseguy.:Throwit:

[NoDrama43]

easy now.... I drove 11 hours (one way) to get that car back into this country.... :yes:

I bet it will be an awesome car when Bernardo gets it finished. Can't wait to see it in person.

[jarhed123]

easy now.... I drove 11 hours (one way) to get that car back into this country.... :yes:
She is still ILLEGAL but fits in with the rest here in FLA.:D

[CHP8336]

:D She is still ILLEGAL but fits in with the rest here in FLA.:D

In Ca a VALID DL and insurance is becoming a RARE thing anymore.

[FHP813]

She is still ILLEGAL but fits in with the rest here in FLA.:D

Yeah but at least she has insurance...unlike some down here.

[ImEvil1]

It sure is coming along great Bernie. I wish I had your patience and know how to do that kind of restoring, the right way.

+1. Bernie has got some skills. :yes:

[FHP813]

Back to work on the floor today.

Cut out old:
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/uhpfloor007.jpg

After some grinding and fitting.
http://i173.photobucket.com/albums/w45/berno101/1986%20Utah%20Highway%20Patrol%20SSP%20Mustang/uhpfloor012.jpg

I will weld it up tomorrow. It's too damn hot.

[ImEvil1]

Looks good Berno. :2thumbs:

[jarhed123]

Great job Berno!!