Rear Frame Rail Rust
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Rear Frame Rail Rust
Hey Guys,
It looks like I am at a crossroads with my 2000 D2. It wont pass Vermont state inspection due to the infamous rear frame rail rust. Most shops wont touch it due to "liability" issues, and the ones that will arent familiar with Disco's, and are talking $4k-$6k to repair it. I am exploring some fabricators/welders nearby (thanks ZGPhoto!), but wanted to vent and ask the wisdom of the forum.
The truck otherwise is great, 107k miles, no CEL, no Amigos, excellent interior, good brakes and tires, new driveshaft. It would pain me to scrap/part-out what has been a very good Disco. Plus, winter is here, and I dont have another winter vehicle to drive
I'm sure some others have been in this situation. Any options I am missing or other suggestions?
Thanks!!
Andy
It looks like I am at a crossroads with my 2000 D2. It wont pass Vermont state inspection due to the infamous rear frame rail rust. Most shops wont touch it due to "liability" issues, and the ones that will arent familiar with Disco's, and are talking $4k-$6k to repair it. I am exploring some fabricators/welders nearby (thanks ZGPhoto!), but wanted to vent and ask the wisdom of the forum.
The truck otherwise is great, 107k miles, no CEL, no Amigos, excellent interior, good brakes and tires, new driveshaft. It would pain me to scrap/part-out what has been a very good Disco. Plus, winter is here, and I dont have another winter vehicle to drive
I'm sure some others have been in this situation. Any options I am missing or other suggestions?
Thanks!!
Andy
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You want one of these.
REAR QUARTER CHASSIS DISCOVERY II 1999-2004 - Rovers North - Classic Land Rover Parts
REAR QUARTER CHASSIS DISCOVERY II 1999-2004 - Rovers North - Classic Land Rover Parts
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ZGPhoto:
Can't find J&J or J&R fabricators in Bennington.....
Could it be these guys?
L&G Fabricators Inc. - Steel Fabrication and Welding | Bennington, VT
Can't find J&J or J&R fabricators in Bennington.....
Could it be these guys?
L&G Fabricators Inc. - Steel Fabrication and Welding | Bennington, VT