Best source of good Wings/pannels ?

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Stuart_W
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Best source of good Wings/pannels ?

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Looks like I will have to replace the rear inner panels and the outer rear wing panels . and may do the front wings at the same time... :roll:

Can anyone advise how much and what’s a good source to get them from? I live near Moss’s in Feltham but don’t want to pay over the odds but on the other hand want something half decent quality wise !

I have a a 1963 Transitional two door saloon

Thanks for any advice. :D
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Re: Best source of good Wings/pannels ?

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Going to MOSS would save you carriage... ask them for a bulk-buy discount!
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Re: Best source of good Wings/pannels ?

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Just been to Moss what a compete waste of time. The guy behind the desk seemed to know less than me, said they had nothing I asked for in stock , did'nt seem that fussed about selling me anything ..

Very nice fancy Morris Minor Catalog however...

Anyone hada better experiance elsewhere recently? :roll:
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Was he willing to get it all in for you? I would ak for the Manager - to negotiate a discount..
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Re: Best source of good Wings/pannels ?

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No told me to contact some other companies for the parts. I dont think I could force my money on him. Very odd don't see how they stay in business...

Don't think I will be going back again very soon :roll:
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Re: Best source of good Wings/pannels ?

Post by DAVIDMCCULLOUGH »

I get most of my parts from East Sussex Minors

http://www.morrisminorspares.co.uk/

They have a good website or can send you a catalogue, prices are usually good and they are very clear about what they have in stock. Postage service is very quick, I live in Northern Ireland and generally if I buy online or phone before lunchtime the parts are here next day.


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Re: Best source of good Wings/pannels ?

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Thanks for the recommendation David, I will have to check them out.

Does anyone know if there is a real difference between the Heritage wing panels and the pattern ones, apart from the price obviously!
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They fit! If you can afford it go for the Heritage wings. The pattern ones have to be "made" to fit which takes quite a bit of time.

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Re: Best source of good Wings/pannels ?

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Thanks I will bear that in mind :)
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Re: Best source of good Wings/pannels ?

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ESM have the Hadrian panel presses and so now currently make the best Morris Minor panels available.

Their rear chassis leg section is particularly good quality!
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Re: Best source of good Wings/pannels ?

Post by charlie_morris_minor »

have you tried Chertsy minors, which is just round the corner from you?

I would give them a call rather than turning up as they are very small but very helpful, they might be able to get the parts for you
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