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The first trial fit of the repaired panels. The repaired door hinges
had to be packed to achieve the correct shut-lines. Note how accurate
the gap is between the door bottoms and the running board. |
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It is easy to see where the time goes. The whole car had to be assembled,
adjusted and then dismantled. There is no shortcut to getting it right;
just as there is no point in painting the car before the bodywork is straight. |
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Re-adjusting the driver's door to ensure a perfect fit. Note the
secondary door lock near to the lower edge. |
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The aluminium panel work was amazingly straight, especially when one considers
that the car has been half way around the world and back. |