The Dreaded Outriggers!

[Browneye]

So my outriggers need replacing!
I knew this when I bought the car though, one side is alot worse than the other but may aswell get them both done, I guess.

So does anyone know people that do this in the Devon area or have had it done and how much they paid?

Ive heard there is a couple different ways to do it, the best sounds a 2" or so body lift and all new outriggers welded on. The other way is to cut though the fibreglass to access the outrigger, I have heard this is a bit of a cowboys way and could knock the value of my car, but does seems to be cheaper, quite a reputable garage has given me a quote and said they would do it this way.

Any advice would be great

[Chilliman]

Browneye said:

So my outriggers need replacing!
I knew this when I bought the car though, one side is alot worse than the other but may aswell get them both done, I guess.

So does anyone know people that do this in the Devon area or have had it done and how much they paid?

Ive heard there is a couple different ways to do it, the best sounds a 2" or so body lift and all new outriggers welded on. The other way is to cut though the fibreglass to access the outrigger, I have heard this is a bit of a cowboys way and could knock the value of my car, but does seems to be cheaper, quite a reputable garage has given me a quote and said they would do it this way.

Any advice would be great

Cut through the fibreglass???? have to admit I've not heard of this method before... Would also have to say if anyone suggested they'd cut up my beloved body to get to the outriggers I'd punch them squarely in the face

Sorry, just my personal opinion

Cheers,

Chilli

[Browneye]

I know I hate the though of it!

Hard to believe from someone with a good reputation.

[TVR500Morgan]

Do it properly and lift the body it's the only way to do a proper job. If you're going to do it have it done properly. Good luck

[TVR500Morgan]

Do it properly and lift the body it's the only way to do a proper job. If you're going to do it have it done properly. Good luck

[Dr Mike Oxgreen]

Personally I wouldn't go for a 2" lift. I think it's false economy. It really doesn't cost a huge amount more to have the job done with a proper body removal, and you'll then be able to see the rest of the chassis. There may well be a bit of patching required elsewhere, and once you've got the body off you might even decide to go the whole hog and have a full chassis restoration.

[swanny71]

Have a chat with these guys in Somerset (not too far from Devon), Colin worked on my old Griff when he was at Dulford's and has a good reputation.

http://www.tvrssw.com/#/tvr-services/4561539498

[Mr Plow]

swanny71 said:

Have a chat with these guys in Somerset (not too far from Devon), Colin worked on my old Griff when he was at Dulford's and has a good reputation.

http://www.tvrssw.com/#/tvr-services/4561539498

You beat me too it

I had chassis work done when Colin was at Dulfords.

[skiver]

Chilliman said:

Cut through the fibreglass???? have to admit I've not heard of this method before... Would also have to say if anyone suggested they'd cut up my beloved body to get to the outriggers I'd punch them squarely in the face

Sorry, just my personal opinion

Cheers,

Chilli

Cornish Pasty repaired his this way and detailed it on here a couple of years ago; butchery but effective.

[Browneye]

Did Colin lift the body rather than cut through the fibreglass?

[macca]

Browneye said:

The other way is to cut though the fibreglass to access the outrigger

Jaw still on the floor that you would even consider that. Willow Sports cars in Newark charge about £1,600 for a body lift and outrigger replacement - not near you but should give you an idea of cost. Can't vouch for their work as not used them but planning to give them a visit to check mine over.

Google them, good pics and info of what they do

Edited by macca on Monday 7th January 20:20

[skiver]

Browneye said:

Did Colin lift the body rather than cut through the fibreglass?

I don't think any tradesman worth his salt would do it this way.

[EGB]

Consider having new outriggers galvanised for fitting. No more rot ever! Good 'Wheeler Dealers' resale speak.

[Dr Mike Oxgreen]

macca said:

Willow Sports cars in Newark charge about £1,600 for a body lift and outrigger replacement - not near you but should give you an idea of cost. Can't vouch for their work as not used them but planning to give them a visit to check mine over.

Indeed, and for the avoidance of doubt that price includes full body removal, not just a 2" lift. I don't think Nick does it any other way, and I was very happy with both his work and the patient and attentive way he works with his customers. My full chassis restoration was £3,000, plus a number of other jobs that took it to £3,500.

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Having known Colin (TVRSSW) for a number of years I am 100% sure he would lift the body and not cut it.
Not needed any chassis work on mine, but I know he does a proper job from experience. Certainly worth giving him a call to discuss.

[Graham]

I can see how a 2" body lift is much less work that taking the body off, as you'll need to disconnect everything still any way... the only pita is having to store the 2 parts.