Saturday - Part 2:
I ended up spending far too long sanding down the filler on the inside of the bonnet.
( As there was washing on the line, so there was no way I could use the angle grinder for a first pass. )
Unfortunately, I opened up a small air pocket on one of the tabs for securing the wiring loom.
So I had to mix up an absolutely tiny batch of fibreglass filler to fill in the hole.
Eventually I was able to finish getting some etch primer on the inside of the bonnet.
Preparing this inside surface has taken me a lot of time I wasn't initially expecting, but it was definitely the right decision to do it.
So the plan now is to apply a single coat of high build primer, then a coat of BRG, which I know will highlight the rough finish.
However, if I am actually showing anyone the inside of the bonnet I can talk them through all the work involved in building it.
My last job of the day was to make a start on sanding down the putty on the rear end.
I will finish this another day, as by now it was time to start preparing a BBQ for the four of us.
If this wind ever drops, I will put up the
Circus Tent in the back garden for the bonnet and boot lid.
Until next time, take care, Paul.
