Triumph TR3 - Back to the Right Hand Rocker Panel/E-Bay Example

Yesterday I turned my attention to the right hand rocker panel-the area between the end of the door and the rear fender. Interestingly I had previously rebuilt the left hand side and for some reason I though the right hand side was in much better shape? It seems my assessment was inaccurate. The tin snips came out and when I was finished removing the rusted areas there was a sizable hole in the sheet metal requiring a fair amount of reconstruction. I have fabricated patch panels and today, I should be able to attach them with panel adhesive and rivets.

On Friday I also drilled out 2 rusted fastners on the left hand fender area.

Yesterday I realized I have consumed a majority of the sheet metal from the scrap left hand rear fender (the one used for the fender splice piece) and the right hand door skin that I replaced to patch up the car. It's satisfying to see genuine "vintage" TR3 sheet metal being used up. I have also used some sheet metal from 2 discarded fenders from my son/daughter's 1986 Toyota Celica (since sold) and an old sheet metal shower enclosure from my parent's house. An interesting variety of sources I would say.

Yesterday I took another look at the TR3 on E-Bay that is painted while with a black interior and steel wheels. I placed a "watch" on the auction as I am curious to see how much the car sells for? My car will look very similar when it is completed. It is great to have an example to view and to help me visualize my finished project.