145 Auction - Help

[Steve 940]

Hi ITSv40

Once again many thanks, no previous experience with 140's, assuming the scuttle needs the screen out, i think you mentioned it would be bonded in, is this a realistic diy possibility? as I dare say chrome screen trims are no longer available, and chances of getting the originals out unscathed, I'm fearing would be very slim.

Cheers
Steve

[ITSv40]

Originally Posted by Steve 940

Hi ITSv40

Once again many thanks, no previous experience with 140's, assuming the scuttle needs the screen out, i think you mentioned it would be bonded in, is this a realistic diy possibility? as I dare say chrome screen trims are no longer available, and chances of getting the originals out unscathed, I'm fearing would be very slim.

Cheers
Steve

The scree trim is just clipped in around the screen, so no great problem, but the glass is bonded in the modern manner. It would need removing, which could be done with a hammer, but you would need the new screen professionally installed. I'm not sure on the chances of getting the old screen out in one piece - I suspect pretty slim. Early 145 had conventional rubber seals and can be fitted with a piece of string and fairy liquid.

It will all depend on how bad the rust is and how good and permanent job you would want to do to deal with it.

[Steve 940]

That’s great, much appreciated, thank you.

Cheers
Steve