New Winter/Spring project. SWB Pickup
Hi folks,
Thought I'd post a short snap shot of the current project. Still a long way to go, but it'll be done right. Watch this space for a chronological refurb!!
So far this week, full brake strip down + rebuild with all new components. New rear springs and dampers. Both seats recovered. All scabs ground off.
Hey Marty,
What color will it be ? It will most probably be finished before mine at that speed. :( :( Alan do you read ?? :D :D
Fred
will it be for sale when done ? What engine does it have
Looks like a "work in progress" to me :lol:
Flog it "as is" c/w garage surround to Tracy Emin
I look forward to seeing it displayed at the Tate
will it be for sale when done ? What engine does it have
Ian,
See below
Fred
http://search.autotrader.co.uk/es-uk/www/cars/MERCEDES-BENZ+G+CLASS/Ne-2...
Marty that will be a fine G when its done :D ,Loads to keep you happy over Christmas me thinks .
Twodogs
Thanks for all your comments to date....
Stock=piling parts as we speak + lining the pockets of my local stealer!!
No big changes....Sammy is promising big things for the Xmas break!!.
Toying with a 1" or 2" lift?
Any thoughts?
1" no point 2" is just right.
2" bodylift and a coil lift too?
thats what i'm doing to the cabrio once i am back out there :wink:
was that bills pick up at one point marty?
when you say pickup does that mean it was done from factory :?:
1" no point 2" is just right.
2" bodylift and a coil lift too?
thats what i'm doing to the cabrio once i am back out there :wink:
was that bills pick up at one point marty?
when you say pickup does that mean it was done from factory :?:
Hi Ian + Hus,
Fixwin has succeeded in taking me out of it, I see his point. The pickup/Soft top is factory - in that it was supplied as a 2 seater with a canvas roof. I'll be enclosing the cab + fitting a rear window. As for Bill...wouldn't have thought so....1st few months of life in England...then sold to a farmer here until I bought it in the summer.
Cheers
Getting there!!
Back on her wheels...all new brakes (Calipers + rear internals), springs, dampers,brakepipes, fuel lines, gear linkages.........and so it goes on!!
Spare wheel carrier courtesy of Fred.
Engine fully serviced... time for a good rub down and paint....watch this space!!
A lot of work but it will be worth it in the end ,
keep the momentum going
Twodogs
:D looks like its going to make a smart truck , keep up the good work :D
a bit more progress + a while to go!!
Methinks the Winter/Spring project will turn into a summer one!!
Spare wheel carrier and extended fuel filler to be fitted after paint. Rear screen from a 460 too. Underneath completely restored...all new brakes/suspension/pipes etc etc...
Here's hoping by the end of April?!!
Looks lovely! Is that a 300 GD diesel?
Thanks Jesus...
Yep, just a standard 300GD 5 pot. Farmers model, 2 seater canvas top.
Its looks the Georgie Best now Marty
there will be plently of heat in that cab
Did you mention about fabricating a Wee
Dickie seat for the cab with a porthole for the hi/lo controls
Sittin nice and high as well
If mine turns out anything like these 2 beauties, I'll be over the moon!!:
http://cgi.ebay.de/Mercedes-G-230-GE-Pick-Up_W0QQitemZ260385902428QQcmdZ...
Internet translation of the above ad:
The offer has reference packed to a newly constructed Mercedes 230GE Up
Have the vehicles:
No rust and newly varnished in university RAL colors after customer wish!! New PU Rim fender widening!! New ALUMINUMS rims 7.5 xs 16" with 265/75 or 235/85 or 255/85 tires, your choice!! A new AHK with ball head and 3500KG!! Supplement load gebr. A new two-part hardtop with original G rear window!! (Both parts also individually mobile) a new, almost indestructible drawer area. Newly recovered seats!! All annex parts and changes registered!! Tüv and exhaust fume investigation newly KLR exhaust fume rule system therewith € 169.- p. a. Tax as an automobile!! Badge 2 years guarantee!! Obviously all consumption parts becomes / wear part in the Top condition delivered!!
The base vehicles come perfectly from the Swiss army (BJ1991-1994) 2850mm wheel state, the vehicles are in technical and optical best condition. The vehicles have
zuschaltbaren all-wheel drive + Untersetzung + barrier behind. The vehicles shown on the photos are examples of already sold vehicles!!!! . The installation of innumerable accessories and special equipment is obviously possible. The Top terrain vehicle of Mercedes, but without Schnick&Schnack. The vehicle for purists - hunter, gardener, farmer, forest, camper special construction possible!!) etc. One can that also interior "steam rays"!! Obviously with calculation delivery time momentarily ca. 4 weeks, examination and queries immediately and always gladly possible!! Fa. LeTech, A. Lennartz, + 49 (0)171 362,99,12
Bit bored now with forum, will either you or Mick the dig please get on and do some more work so we can carry on with our enthusiasm !me and mark spend all our time doing g wizz, bout time u got your fingers out ! Ffs
Bit bored now with forum, will either you or Mick the dig please get on and do some more work so we can carry on with our enthusiasm !me and mark spend all our time doing g wizz, bout time u got your fingers out ! Ffs
Sorry Pete!! Promise this will be done soon + I'll pop an article in the post for your editorial skills!!
Really need to Get Mick on board...he is, judging by his "Produce" the maestro!!
Meister?
being German like
Am I being pedantic?
Company that manufactures these bespoke conversions is called:
LeTech
special purpose vehicles
The owner is a certain: Andreas Lennartz who, if I'm not mistaken was/is a technical director of ORC + an accomplished Dakar racer.
Amazing what a "Facebook" search can turn up!!
Nearly there!! Pickup pickup Saturday!!
is it getting arches and bumper end caps ?
is it getting arches and bumper end caps ?
Chance would be a fine thing.... Got her home Saturday....not the auspicious occasion I had planned!! :(
Masses of work left for me to do - no rear window, Steering damper, drop links and entire interior left in a cardboard box!! Add to that a host of electrical work and many many more issues....not looking good for its' MOT next week.
Guy ran out of Time, Patience and money...
On a positive note - I've been known to tackle the odd job or 2 on G's...so time to roll up the sleeves and do what I probably should have done myself in the 1st place!!
Much more satisfying to DIY Marty. The steering damper's easy if that's any consolation! Good luck. Tom
bout time u got your fingers out ! Ffs
Finger well and truly out Pete!!
Feel like I've just come up for air!! A week above and below a G!!
Still...I hope you think it looks like it was worth the effort!!:
Whole interior re-installed, to include seat belts, interior trim, dashboard, glovebox, install new stereo and hard-wire Sat Nav mounting. Fan switch repair and general cleanup.
Exterior/underneath: Get all the lights to work...sounds simple? Not so!!. Steering damper, roll bar drop links, grease all CV joints, windscreen washers, install back window, paint cargo area, mount spare wheel carrier lock....
All in all a fairly major list...lets hope the MOT man appreciates my efforts tomorrow morning!!
Cheers
And who needs garages
keep up the good work
cant wait to see it at Wicklow
looks fantastic, good work!
That looks great Marty, congrats.
A week too late for Wicklow...but finally through MOT!! :D
Inspector didn't feel the love and set me back £500 to sort out what I thought were a few petty items... namely + most costly "Too much play" in front drive shaft Hardy Spicer!! Git. New one fitted.
Couple of underbody holes ....not structural or even close...but like I said he didn't feel the love!! Welded.
Brake balance % difference rear. Adjusted.
Too much play in rear wheel bearings....New ones (££ Ouch!!). p.s. Have a spare new one in Kit form, direct from Mercedes, if anyone wants it.
Ah well, new ticket for 1st time in 5 years...got to be a good thing.
Cheers
Hi Marty "CONGRATULATIONS" Health to Enjoy! if you need it "tweaked" an hour will do it ..
Good Work Marty
Soooo
That's why the weather has improved
You must have some good connections there Marty
Nice work,
cheers
Marcus
Quick, get the roof off and start cruising. It's gonna rain on Wednesday! Nice work. Tom
Well done Martin - lovely job.
Leo
Well done Martin - lovely job.
Nice work. Tom
Leo
Thanks Leo + Tom.
Couple more cosmetic tweaks....
Got the underneath Waxoyl sealed. Fitted new chrome cover to spare wheel (Fred Cutler...good job). Teak around the load bay. Fitted original lamps to brushguard + re-fitted sump guard.
Gotta love these late nights!!
Just need to fit some rear mudguards:
http://www.gwoa.co.uk/index.php?name=Forums&file=viewtopic&t=8179
Great job now Marty
What about some front and rear pic,s
Great job now Marty
What about some front and rear pic,s
As you wish!!: And no more cracks about Morris travellers!!
Going to resite the Fog-light to original. Thought spare wheel was going to foul it more.
Thanks to the generosity of Andreas Lennartz I now have my fuel can carrier that I hope to fit.
Small problem, it appears too wide...i.e. projects past bodywork on nearside. Anyone have adirect on rear picture to clarify?
Maybe can only be fitted on Wheelarch equipped model?
Any suggestions as always, gratefully received.
Hi Marty from your pics it appears that your spare wheel carrier is mounted to latch more to the centre of the tailgate than standard... would this be the reason for the can carrier not fitting within the body profile???I understand that you wanted to leave the filler cap accessible without unlatching the spare wheel every time to fill the tank ...but that could be your problem.....
Fraid not Peter.
Fuel carrier is affixed to n/s quarter panel + sufficiently off to one side to allow drop hatch to operate. So located it is so wide it projects past bodywork on N/S.
is it getting arches and bumper end caps ?
Hadn't originally planned to....as always...but have opted to add the wheel arch extensions...what do you think?
New wheels I fear!!
Fuel can carrier coming up!!
Is that a 463 front bumper?
Martin
Are you missing the offside rear reflector or is it lost to the spare wheel carrier? Car looks great.
I may have a new one somewhere if you need it.
As for the wheels - yes big ones will look good.
looking great marty !
Is that a 463 front bumper?
Yip Christo...always liked the later model bullbar.
Are you missing the offside rear reflector or is it lost to the spare wheel carrier? Car looks great.
I may have a new one somewhere if you need it.
Am indeed John...noticed after I sold my last pair on Ebay for 99p!! Typical!! :D. The spare wheel cradle was mislocated...so is in the place for the reflector. 1 of the few things the MOT man didn't pull me for!!
looking great marty !
Thanks Huss - whole Saturday removing the arches from the donor + last 2 evenings fitting them. Well pleased with the result if truth be told.
18inch astaroth should do ... :-) got a set Marty if you want....
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Hi Ian,
No plans to sell this one for a while....been on the lookout for a pickup for a bit. Not too worried if its suffers a scratch or 2, so hoping to try a bit more off-roading with her. As for engine, standard 300GD 5 pot.
What color will it be ? It will most probably be finished before mine at that speed. :( :(
Fred
Hi Fred, keeping it the same colour - black Rhino load area. Hope early January - but i doubt it will be as bespoke as yours when finally finished!!
Cheers