Turret aperture

The corrosion damage around the front windscreen aperture was so severe that we needed to fabricate an entire new turret centre section and each of the turret corners to complete the repair.

Additionally, the internal turret reinforcement section was replaced.

Our highly skilled artisans crafted all the panels shown here in-house.

Bulkhead Aperture

The corrosion damage to the bulkhead section was further complicated by the extensive corrosion found in the A-Pillar sections, the bulkhead reinforcement, and behind the dash panel instruments.

To ensure safety during the repairs, the cabin interior and dash panel instruments were removed to eliminate the potential risk of fire.

The fabricated panel sections illustrated here were just the beginning, as further repairs were still required.

LHS Turret frame

While repairing the left-hand side (LHS) turret corner, it was discovered that the frame had been weakened by corrosion.

The turret frame, which is integral to the door frame aperture, had to be repaired with a new section. The turret frame, which plays a crucial role in the door frame aperture, required repair. A new section was fabricated to replace the damaged portion which was subsequently cut out and replaced.

The repair of the frame’s top corner was successfully completed before proceeding with fabrication of the drip rail panel.

Pillar Drip rail

During the repair of the LHS turret corner and frame, it was necessary to remove the drip rail (gutter) section. It was discovered that the drip rail had suffered extensive corrosion along its entire length, resulting in weakened structural integrity.

To address this issue, a new drip rail panel section was fabricated and carefully shaped to fit the vehicle.

A-Pillar Section

The lower section of the A-pillars displayed visible corrosion damage, which is typically caused by water ingress originating from the turret section.

The A-pillar is made up of overlapping panel sections, which forms to provide the overall structural strength and rigidity of the vehicle.

cleaning process

At Auto Resto, every repair is performed with great attention to detail, and one crucial aspect is ensuring that the surface is thoroughly prepared and cleaned to eliminate any corrosion contaminants.

To achieve a high-quality finish that meets the Australian Standards AS 1627.4—2005 for metal finishing and surface pre-treatment, we employ a combination of processes and techniques. These methods ensure that the repaired surface meets the required standards for durability.

Our approach also includes multi-staged pre and post coating treatments.

Panel fabrication

At Auto Resto, metal fabrication is a crucial part of most projects. Finding ready-made replacement panel sections, even for modern vehicles, is often challenging.

Even if a portion can be sourced from a donor vehicle, it usually requires minor repairs to ensure a proper fit and finish.

By fabricating these sections in-house, we can ensure the highest quality and durability of the repairs. Our skilled artisans meticulously work with new metal to fabricate the necessary panel sections, allowing us to confidently stand behind our warranty for corrosion repairs.

Metal Restoration

There is nothing more satisfying than the result of a metal finished repair.

Prior to the final welding of the metal sections, it is essential to properly fit the panels along with the associated parts.

This is a common repair at our workshop and we also produce custom-made replacement panel sections that are made to order.