tankdiver Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 Some time ago I purchased an Austin Champ for spares. After a full inspection the floors,lower panels, arches were needing a total reconstruction .The chassis was in good condition and the engine ran so I decided to repair it as a last project , to take 2or 3 years. I am in the second year and have completed the floors in heavy 16 gauge steel mad new body panels in 18 gauge steel rather than the thinner 20 gauge steel. I have been surprised several times on the condition of the mechanics as the body was extremely poor and the vehicle looked a dog. The fuel tank was like new suspension , steering etc were good and easy to restore only requiring rubber gaiters The rear axle I replaced the crown wheel and pinion with a modern one having a better grade steel . At present the underbody suspensions, diffs, steering , new brake shoe and cylinders have been done . A new brake master cylinder and brake pipes are to be fitted then internal work electrics and body work to be completed. I will attach more picture and updates as it progresses 6 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Citroman Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 Nice one, good luck with the rebuild. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ruxy Posted January 18, 2020 Share Posted January 18, 2020 Regardless of statements in House of Parliament , IMHO probably the greatest 4x4 of all time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tankdiver Posted January 18, 2020 Author Share Posted January 18, 2020 some more pictures of the build .The engine and gearbox is now out ready to be overhauled and the engine bay is resprayed 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Terra1936 Posted November 12, 2023 Share Posted November 12, 2023 Nice work! Any updates? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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