N/S/R boot floor and suspension cylinder mounting point. |
Welcome to the restoration journey of my beloved 1973 Citroën DS23 Pallas. This classic car was manufactured with great care and precision at the Quai de Javel factory in Paris. A true masterpiece, it boasts a 5 speed manual transmission and carburettor engine. With its beautiful beige Tholonet exterior and caramel Jersey Velours rayé interior, this car is a true work of art. Join me as I bring this classic Citroën back to its former glory and share my restoration process with you all.
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Tuesday 3 September 2013
More welding
Now the starter motor replacement is now complete the DS has been turned around to start cutting out the rear floor just before the boot. A new panel has been sourced which is a lot thicker (1.3mm) than the original. The rear suspension cylinder mounting point has suffered badly from corrosion, which makes it all the more difficult to find a substantial jacking point, lots of careful positioning of stands and thick wood make it just about possible.
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Keen to see your progress here Colin, the best of D models hide rust too well. Pretty fortunate in Australia, no salting of roads and a pretty dry climate has helped preserve our cars.
ReplyDeleteHappy anniversary for the 23rd, not quite as you planned but you and your wife will have a great time, enjoy :)
Chris