Talk Morgan Forums Thread Like Summary - Chassis corrosion to 2015 onward cars

Hi,it came to my attention last year while servicing various customer cars that and only on the non galvanised chassis cars(2015 to the end of production)that corrosion was creeping out of the strengthening panel under the washer bottle,after investigation and one customer allowing me to cut the panel off I found a lot of corrosion and can only assume the panel/chassis wasn’t painted with a weld though primer before being welded on,I have repaired three cars now and all low mileage,only real option is to cut the old panels off and repair properly,

When I had my 2002 Plus8 I looked at what it needed for long term keeping. During ownership it was checked regularly for ageing signs. Chassis, rear axle all good with cleaning and redone paint/waxes. Regular ACF treatment, greasing.....
Galvanised chassis plus Bilt Humber treatment.
I put together a list of things....
It was a 20+ year old car. Several things done already but more to do. No corrosion except exhaust clamps, some light rust on exposed bolts, some bullet connectors....
Electrics was on the list , some signs of age showing( connectors/ bulb holders etc. Coolant hoses great ( silicone) but some rubber fuel etc ok but listed.
Test drove a Plus Four CX.
Hmmmmmmm
Decision time.
Me getting older, starting to want less time hands-on and more time driving, family commitments.....
Enjoying the Plus Four now. Yes, regular checks/ sprucing up but no projects yet.
Off to Scotland next week so watching fuel stops!

Graham and Mark, thank you for your posts, I was really concerned that I had upset a chap I don't even know, must be a lot more careful in future with FB.

I have an active splitter for my DAB/FM radio. It takes the aerial plug from the MMC factory one you describe and provides flying leads to FM and DAB sockets. Its powered by 12v from the electric aerial feed on radio's loom so is only active when radio is on. Inexpensive one here.

When I rebuilt my 4/4, I replaced the corroded gussets ... made sure they were properly fully welded at all edges top and bottom then brushed the welds with mastic to stop water wicking between the gusset and the chassis rails ... one less metal to metal water-trap 🙂

K