Macht

Hi Macht,
I was looking for another thread and saw this post. I just recently bought a set of these seals through Supercheap. I believe they were sourced from Nason and cost around $23. I realize things would have moved on from the post but I thought I would mention it just in case you never replaced them.
Dazzalec

@SPArKy_Dave is the go to for part number stuff. 
 
 

Thanks mate. At this stage I think we're heading down to fresh metal and starting over. Thanks!

That's the best way to go and in reality, it doesn't take any extra effort when compared to chasing problems later (paint reactions, bubbles, etc)

Thanks mate. At this stage I think we're heading down to fresh metal and starting over. Thanks!

Id be pulling any filler out to make sure the rust isnt in behind it.

Yeah that's the type, refers to the curly nylon abrasive. I use a large diameter disc without the backing pad. Get them from your local bodyshop / auto paint supplier. It's important to use a variable speed grinder/sander for this type of disc. Don't spin them too fast or they will break apart and fly off at high speed. I usually run at about half speed on mine. That also applies to the type you linked with the backing pad, the glue is often weakened from not being stored properly prior to sale.

Thank you mate, that is really in depth, thanks for spending the time!
Just to confirm, when you mention poly disks, you're talking about this type https://www.supercheapauto.com.au/p/toolpro-toolpro-poly-abrasive-disc-115mm/553770.html?
 
 

Thanks mate, given me heaps to work with. Appreciate it.

Many thanks mate

I haven't done it myself (should try some time just so I know first hand) but ABS plastic can be glued with acetone. Look at the inside of the bar, should be marked somewhere saying what plastic it is but I'm pretty sure it will be ABS. From what I have read, it will give you one of the stronger bonds especially if you can add a bit of reinforcement to the joint. Alternatively, a soldering iron can be used to weld it back together. I used to trim a small strip off the back somewhere unseen to use as filler material to help join everything together.

Unfortunately those tabs are fragile and there's a risk it will break again down the track. We used to use the fibreglass tape used for repairing plasterwork with a special plastic glue to give some bulk to the repair and hold it together, minimising the fractures afterwards.

Ahh that explains it. I always thought there was a story behind it.

Cheers