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Title: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 13:07:45: I bought this manual 3.0 in September, for cheap knowing it will cost me reasonable amount of money to fix, but I plan to keep it as a summer time car anyway, so the work can be done slowly.
It's driveable, has MOT and more important - I was on a hunt for one of these for a long time.
So here she is

(https://i.postimg.cc/HxBMsGtD/IMG-20200903-093159.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Right away the work started. As any Omega, this one had some rust problems. What I've learned in almost 10 years of Omega ownership is where to find the hidden rust.
If your Omega has foggy windows look for this in driver/passenger side footwell

(https://i.postimg.cc/bwV1ZZHS/IMG-20201010-163503.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

And fixed with new metal welded in

(https://i.postimg.cc/tgVn7248/IMG-20201027-145758.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Removing the carpets revealed another spot

(https://i.postimg.cc/g2hGZ53y/IMG-20201012-151349.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Repaired, new plate welded in and protected

(https://i.postimg.cc/7YGkFctv/IMG-20201027-145739.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 13:20:32: Spare wheell well was also rusty - repaired with new and protected

(https://i.postimg.cc/qR0SgDG7/IMG-20200929-114734.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Front Bose speakers were fubar but I found an audio repair shop that was able to repair both

(https://i.postimg.cc/HWN8gqzd/IMG-20200903-182401.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/9fxgRfVJ/IMG-20201119-122110.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

The rust on the lower door edges visible on upper pic was also repaired
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 13:26:17: As usual ::) Glowebox repair

(https://i.postimg.cc/WzZ5nM8y/IMG-20201006-111559.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Saggy roofliner repair

(https://i.postimg.cc/4NTPGHBJ/IMG-20201008-164433.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/43nbP6N1/IMG-20201008-164445.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/FsyYt7BX/IMG-20201113-132505.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

It looks like this now

(https://i.postimg.cc/SQWSRH7W/IMG-20201114-140926.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 13:33:59: Repairing and adding some sound insulation after I cut it out to check for rust under

(https://i.postimg.cc/zXZN17sV/IMG-20201027-163607.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/Gh22HqMz/IMG-20201010-163551.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/QCgyDQ7T/IMG-20201029-085523.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Some sound deadening material was added inside all doors

(https://i.postimg.cc/PxBrzTTk/IMG-20200930-141533.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Migv6 le Frog Fan on 22 November 2020, 13:39:14: Nice work. Do it properly= do it once. :y
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 13:39:50: Cleaning the sticky rubber from doorcards with degreaser and cleaning wipes went really easy. They look brand new now

(https://i.postimg.cc/6Q0q8gNj/IMG-20201112-112013.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Plastic under door handles was flocked due to being scratched and I think it came out nice

(https://i.postimg.cc/mDkLtrjk/IMG-20201112-122042.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/QMXxZmWp/IMG-20201112-122037.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 13:49:49: Reverse ring broken? Can't get it into reverse? No problem ::)

(https://i.postimg.cc/G2KYKXqQ/IMG-20201121-100458.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/HnKrvR5Q/IMG-20201121-100453.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 13:50:38: Well, she looks nice on the outside, this is the interior now

(https://i.postimg.cc/bwm7XPdc/IMG-20201122-144250.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/qB8n1MZR/IMG-20201121-115254.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Rust work is done, interior is done, I have some new goods for her allready but they need to wait until the lockdown is over :(

(https://i.postimg.cc/6pBD83FG/IMG-20201119-142933.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

I also bought four new summer tyres which will be fitted when bushings and wheel alignment is done.

Next part will be engine time, need to buy new radiator, battery, AC condenser while I'm there etc...to be continued
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 22 November 2020, 14:07:01: Certainly coming along nicely 8)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Nick W on 22 November 2020, 15:40:54: Quote from: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 13:39:50
Cleaning the sticky rubber from doorcards with degreaser and cleaning wipes went really easy. They look brand new now

Plastic under door handles was flocked due to being scratched and I think it came out nice

(https://i.postimg.cc/QMXxZmWp/IMG-20201112-122037.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

I think that's an excellent solution. If it were mine, I would also flock the 'carbon fibre' trim that runs along the rest of the door so that everything matches. On the dark colour interiors this would require a keen eye to spot it isn't a factory finish :y
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 15:58:37: I did some trial and error with flocking bigger flat surfaces but got mixed results. However it is good solution for smaller uneven items like plastic part on pic
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Nick W on 22 November 2020, 16:27:29: Quote from: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 15:58:37
I did some trial and error with flocking bigger flat surfaces but got mixed results. However it is good solution for smaller uneven items like plastic part on pic

Fair enough :y
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: VXL V6 on 22 November 2020, 16:33:32: Looking good :)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: speedy_ns on 22 November 2020, 17:03:46: Good job! Your project is progressing much better than mine :)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: B52 on 22 November 2020, 23:11:53: I'm impressed :y

Not normally a fan of light interior colours but that seems to work.
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: TheBoy on 24 November 2020, 18:00:21: Quote from: danzigfan on 22 November 2020, 13:07:45
If your Omega has foggy windows look for this in driver/passenger side footwell

(https://i.postimg.cc/bwV1ZZHS/IMG-20201010-163503.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Cant see from image, but was the black plate holed? Did you fix the black plate, or just weld over the bulkhead?

My black plate has quite a big hole, but not sure I can get to the edge to weld a plate on, due to where its rusted. I need to clean it up a bit more to find where the good metal is... ...or look at other ways of sealing - its only got to last through until probably 6 months.
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 24 November 2020, 18:07:18: Wire brush it, West System epoxy and woven glass mat/tape, then spray stone chip onto the outside.

Or a foil tray and sikaflex if you cba to do a reasonable job.
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: TheBoy on 24 November 2020, 18:09:35: Quote from: Doctor Gollum on 24 November 2020, 18:07:18
Wire brush it, West System epoxy and woven glass mat/tape, then spray stone chip onto the outside.

Or a foil tray and sikaflex if you cba to do a reasonable job.
The fibreglass option was considered, and not yet ruled out. Though same issue, as I think usable metal is out of reach/view
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 24 November 2020, 18:19:15: Foil and Sikaflex it is then :D

Presumably you have pulled the glovebox? If you need the airbag out of the way, the cover is only held in by a long bolt easily removed once the passenger vent is removed. (the three torx bolts underneath have to be undone to remove the glovebox) ;)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 24 November 2020, 18:23:49: New metal plate was welded where the rust was. I had the same problem on my 2.5 v6 but on the driver's side. Rust hole was small, but enough to leak under the insulation foam.
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: TheBoy on 24 November 2020, 18:30:37: Quote from: danzigfan on 24 November 2020, 18:23:49
New metal plate was welded where the rust was. I had the same problem on my 2.5 v6 but on the driver's side. Rust hole was small, but enough to leak under the insulation foam.
On the black plate?
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 24 November 2020, 18:35:00: I don't do welding so I can't tell you that. I just know that the welder said he never wanted to see me again after welding that tight unreachable spot.
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Migv6 le Frog Fan on 24 November 2020, 18:38:16: What is the purpose of the black plate ?
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 24 November 2020, 18:43:23: It forms part of the bulkhead, but would be in the way when the shell is assembled ;)

It gets fitted and bonded in after painting
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: TheBoy on 24 November 2020, 21:35:12: Quote from: Migv6 le Frog Fan on 24 November 2020, 18:38:16
What is the purpose of the black plate ?
I think its all part of the cup that makes the scuttle drain.
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 24 November 2020, 22:00:01: Quote from: TheBoy on 24 November 2020, 21:35:12
Quote from: Migv6 le Frog Fan on 24 November 2020, 18:38:16
What is the purpose of the black plate ?
I think its all part of the cup that makes the scuttle drain.
You wish...
Item #1 it is actually the dash substructure that dictates* right or left hand drive...

http://www.catcar.info/opel/?l=bWFya2E9PVZYfHxzdD09NTB8fG1vZGVsdHlwZT09Vjk0fHxtY29kZT09VlhNfHxsYW5nPT1HQnx8c3RzPT17IjEwIjoiXHUwNDFjXHUwNDNlXHUwNDM0XHUwNDM1XHUwNDNiXHUwNDRjIiwiMjAiOiJWYXV4aGFsbCAgT01FR0EtQiAoIDE5OTQgLSAgMjAwMykiLCIzMCI6IkEgQk9EWSBTSEVMTCBBTkQgUEFORUxTIiwiNDAiOiIgNCBEQVNIIEFORCBTQ1VUVExFIiwiNTAiOiIxLkRBU0ggUEFORUwifXx8c2NvZGU9PUF8fHNzY29kZT09IDR8fG1uY29kZT09MXx8c21uY29kZT09LTd8fGlrZXk9PTg%3D

*the shell also varies as the cabin air intake/engine bay panel is actually part of the shell. That black panel is added during final assembly it's probably what those bolts on the outside of the A pillar (above the upper door hinge) hold in place ;)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Migv6 le Frog Fan on 24 November 2020, 22:25:38: Ah, the left / right hand drive part solves the riddle of why its there. :y
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: TheBoy on 25 November 2020, 17:00:49: Quote from: Doctor Gollum on 24 November 2020, 22:00:01
Quote from: TheBoy on 24 November 2020, 21:35:12
Quote from: Migv6 le Frog Fan on 24 November 2020, 18:38:16
What is the purpose of the black plate ?
I think its all part of the cup that makes the scuttle drain.
You wish...
Item #1 it is actually the dash substructure that dictates* right or left hand drive...

http://www.catcar.info/opel/?l=bWFya2E9PVZYfHxzdD09NTB8fG1vZGVsdHlwZT09Vjk0fHxtY29kZT09VlhNfHxsYW5nPT1HQnx8c3RzPT17IjEwIjoiXHUwNDFjXHUwNDNlXHUwNDM0XHUwNDM1XHUwNDNiXHUwNDRjIiwiMjAiOiJWYXV4aGFsbCAgT01FR0EtQiAoIDE5OTQgLSAgMjAwMykiLCIzMCI6IkEgQk9EWSBTSEVMTCBBTkQgUEFORUxTIiwiNDAiOiIgNCBEQVNIIEFORCBTQ1VUVExFIiwiNTAiOiIxLkRBU0ggUEFORUwifXx8c2NvZGU9PUF8fHNzY29kZT09IDR8fG1uY29kZT09MXx8c21uY29kZT09LTd8fGlrZXk9PTg%3D

*the shell also varies as the cabin air intake/engine bay panel is actually part of the shell. That black panel is added during final assembly it's probably what those bolts on the outside of the A pillar (above the upper door hinge) hold in place ;)
Hmmm, that could be more than an hour's work ;D
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 31 May 2021, 15:53:11: It has been a while since I've posted update. She lives, MOT-ed and on the road again after six months :y

(https://i.postimg.cc/GtM6bnCd/IMG-20210216-112455.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/KcQ6PBgw/IMG_20210226_103053.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/vBtpS621/IMG_20210310_101856.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/GmZwBRsp/IMG_20210528_172501.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 31 May 2021, 15:55:06: (https://i.postimg.cc/fb4pzv6t/IMG_20210531_161804.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/CL1Wm5G1/IMG_20210531_161816.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/W3vBn78L/IMG_20210531_162034.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/hv4HFPN2/IMG_20210531_162059.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 31 May 2021, 16:04:06: A lot of work has been done, rust repaired, rear spring were broken, brand new tyres, new radiator, AC condenser and dryer, AC compressor - blowing cold now :y , SAI ditched, multiram repaired and working corectly now, new sound deadening and insulation added, sound system remains original Bose, replaced headliner etc....

She flew trough MOT two weeks back with flying colours. And will keep her on the road until September. Then back to hybernation. Snow and salt won't do her any good.
The amount of work done is guite big, I forgot a lot of it. She drives smooth, very quiet on motorway.
I believe I'll keep this one for a long time
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Rangie on 31 May 2021, 17:05:09: Nice looking Omega , your hard work has paid off definitely a keeper.
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: VXL V6 on 31 May 2021, 19:54:32: Looking good :y, the rust and the fuel consumption is the killer for these cars now :(
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 31 May 2021, 20:01:56: Rust worries me the most with omegas...fuel consumption is just something I have to live with🤷
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: VXL V6 on 31 May 2021, 22:00:16: Quote from: danzigfan on 31 May 2021, 20:01:56
Rust worries me the most with omegas...fuel consumption is just something I have to live with🤷

Exactly the same mindset here. :y
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Raeturbo on 01 June 2021, 00:20:15: Well done glad you are enjoying it. Slovenia is a beautiful country I have been drinking Puklavec and friends wine for a while it’s very good I will be visiting as soon as this Covid crap is over👍
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: speedy_ns on 29 July 2021, 08:08:04: Quote from: danzigfan on 31 May 2021, 16:04:06

I believe I'll keep this one for a long time
I say this exact words almost every day ;D I'm currently driving my eleventh..
Great looking Omega, greetings from Novi Sad !
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 18 May 2022, 12:28:02: A little bit of update. Omega is in for a rust repair, major one. It will take a long time but it will be worth it in the end. I was afraid some more rust will be uncovered in the process but she is not that bad as it shows.

(https://i.postimg.cc/tTRqFJhJ/IMG_20220518_124614.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 18 May 2022, 12:28:24: (https://i.postimg.cc/BbXJwz7G/IMG_20220518_124622.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 18 May 2022, 12:28:44: (https://i.postimg.cc/yxt7qT23/IMG_20220518_124628.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 18 May 2022, 12:29:00: (https://i.postimg.cc/Ls22M5QD/IMG_20220518_124646.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 18 May 2022, 12:29:18: (https://i.postimg.cc/T3XXrhxx/IMG_20220518_124658.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: speedy_ns on 19 May 2022, 07:48:20: Been there a year ago. Good luck with repairs, she's definitely worth it! Check that bulkhead area around steering column also.
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 19 May 2022, 08:10:51: That was already done two years ago ;D Thanks
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 04 June 2022, 14:31:35: Progress update

(https://i.postimg.cc/8cfdGWBn/IMG_20220604_111157.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/dtdXmTPB/IMG_20220604_111206.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/tgrmC3WX/IMG_20220604_111211.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/j5mgyRMm/IMG_20220604_111233.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/Kc3sxgz2/IMG_20220604_111404.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 04 June 2022, 14:33:48: New Sachs shocks, new exhaust from cats on and new Kilen springs all around

(https://i.postimg.cc/mg9b9r8f/IMG_20220523_181742.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Doctor Gollum on 04 June 2022, 15:18:27: It will look and drive like a new Omega once you're done 8)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: ronnyd on 05 June 2022, 12:39:56: Any idea when it will be back on the road?
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 05 June 2022, 12:49:56: Paintjob should be done by 18-th June, then another week maybe...sooner - better
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: luizvivas on 14 June 2022, 17:31:17: Very satisfying to bring back a beautiful machine like this in perfect condition.
Congratulations on the restoration!
:y :y :y
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 19 June 2022, 10:02:06: Paintjob was done on friday and she is beautifull. I'll post pics when all the work is done, at least a week more I think. Bellow are two pics of all the goodies to replace, already waiting in the boot

(https://i.postimg.cc/KY4fW3Q2/IMG-20220619-104533.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/zX5jrcpp/IMG-20220619-104842.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 30 June 2022, 12:19:34: She's finally home. New Sachs shocks and Kilen springs fitted, new cills, new rear panels, she's repainted completely from bumper to bumper.

All it needs now is boot lip spoiler, that should be fitted next week.

(https://i.postimg.cc/VsTRJwMW/IMG_20220630_104254.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/R0y7NQJV/IMG_20220630_104304.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/9QSRpXmL/IMG_20220630_104333.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

Aerial delete
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 30 June 2022, 12:21:42: (https://i.postimg.cc/L8fRcmkC/IMG_20220630_104357.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/NGHc9gSg/IMG_20220630_104414.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/VsBKHpbq/IMG_20220630_104432.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/DZ7XWjyh/IMG_20220630_104450.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
(https://i.postimg.cc/ncmhJKpG/IMG_20220630_104500.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)

(https://i.postimg.cc/nVDXFf1m/IMG_20220630_104512.jpg) (https://postimages.org/)
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: Stu.C on 30 June 2022, 12:59:54: Looking veeerrrrryyyy nice ... :y
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: speedy_ns on 30 June 2022, 13:55:47: Very nice indeed!
May I suggest replacing those yellow turn signals with clear ones?
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: danzigfan on 30 June 2022, 20:22:17: I wouldn't mind but on the other hand I'm trying to keep it in stock condition, as from the factory...Any link for known good clear turn signals?
Title: Re: Project money pit
Post by: speedy_ns on 01 July 2022, 13:03:44: (https://i.postimg.cc/kG9zZZyQ/IMG-20220701-113007718.jpg)
I managed to find one. There is (at least) one more somewhere :)
I am willing to give them to you if you have idea how could I send them cheaply :y