109 NADA Registry

[Cutter]

I just reread this entry and realized that you might be under the impression that all 109 chassis are the same. The second cross member of a NADA Chassis is located several inches to the rear of where a 4 cylinder chassis cross member is located. That is to permit the installation of the longer engine.

I've got a swiss spec 2.6 SIII, so the frame and revised bulkhead should be the same as the NADA. I'll send you an email about the images.

[patrickfoley1]

I have enjoyed our exchange. Please let me know when your Unit returns from Hospital.
Regards,
Jim Chandler 717

[boothkc]

#140 purchased by me from WCB and is currently about 70% done with a frame off total restoration for me by them. Should be very nice and original when done. Will be completed by Sept 10.

cheers
Kevin Booth
Northern CA

[patrickfoley1]

Were you the individual, or unit that I helped Beechgrove locate? If so was Alan able to meet your requirements?

Jim Chandler (patrickfoley1)

[KHiller]

Frame swap question

I'm not sure if anyone here can help with this or not, but I have a question regarding the frame on 34300021A. I acquired the car about 2.5 years ago and have little knowledge of its history. Everyone tells me the frame must be rusted out if it's the original frame, but it's not rusted much at all, near as I can tell. So, I tend to think it has been replaced sometime in its past. But, the serial number on the frame matches the body. Therefore, the question I have, is it possible the factory stamped the original serial number into a replacement frame for the previous owner?

Thanks
Kevin

[bkreutz]

Kinda doubt anyone would have stamped a replacement frame. It is possible it's the original frame, it all depends on where the PO lived, where and when he drove it, how thoroughly he washed it. and so on.

[patrickfoley1]

I agree with Gale. You are in possession of the Original Frame. My Restoration Manual is in the hands of the Shop doing the work, so I can't provide the Title, Publisher, nor an exact quote without going to the shop. (I'll do so if you ask). As I recall the manual suggests you take a ball-peen hammer to the low spots in the frame. By "Low Spots" I refer to where water would settle in the frame as the vehicle sat at rest. If you have a frame problem the hammer will locate it if you hit all of the low spots. Good luck, Jim Chandler (patrickfoley1)

I'm probably 6 months from having 717 Road Ready. How are the members of our Forum Handling the Insurance for a NADA Unit?

[KHiller]

Thanks Gale and Jim.
I got a couple of the same type of responses from another thread, so I'm thinking it's original. I like the idea of using a ball peen hammer to check for thin spots. I'll be hammering on it the next time I get time to crawl under it.
Thanks again.
Kevin Hiller

[dreaminhealey]

109 nada

Nice see there are more of you out there. we have #241. picked it up in georgia. now lives in michingan. completely redone about 15 years ago. really want to rebuild the motor. does anyone have information on if any parts are available or what to use for those that you can't get. i'd just like to keep it as it was built. thanks.

pete & debbie

[TSR53]

Welcome to the registry! I'll try to get your number updated on the list.

[patrickfoley1]

Welcome Aboard Pete and Debbie; I am the original owner of 717. When the Unit was brand new, parts had a long lead time. Today you will discover that most original part numbers have changed. You will also discover that Land Rover Dealers, and Parts Suppliers, do not have most NADA Engine Parts. The NADA Engine is the Engine used in the Rover P4 110. This 2.6L engine was discontinued in 1964 or there-abouts, and a 3L version was introduced. Some parts are not interchangeable between the 2.6L and the 3L. I have been having my unit restored from the ground up for several years. Delays have been caused by the need to find Parts. I'll be happy to answer questions and provide sources. My eMail address is redbrush2@yahoo.com. I'll do everthing I can to help you keep your unit original.
Jim Chandler

[Linus Tremaine]

Parts supplier

I used pierre janusz from RPS in london for all my NADA 6 parts. Dont have his contact handy, but you can look him up on line probably. If not, shoot me an email and I can dig up his email addy.

[Evan Amaya]

# 246

Hey,
I have been restoring my 1967 NADA for the past three years. It is number 246; red with cream top. At some point in the past someone changed the 2.6L for a 4.2L GM inline six. The truck runs very smooth and has great power with the GM engine. I want to get my car insured soon with classic insurance. Does anyone know what a very nice NADA model is worth? I want to insure it for replacement value.
Thanks
Evan Amaya
Shelby NC

[TSR53]

Hey,
I have been restoring my 1967 NADA for the past three years. It is number 246; red with cream top. At some point in the past someone changed the 2.6L for a 4.2L GM inline six. The truck runs very smooth and has great power with the GM engine. I want to get my car insured soon with classic insurance. Does anyone know what a very nice NADA model is worth? I want to insure it for replacement value.
Thanks
Evan Amaya
Shelby NC

Welcome to the registry Evan! I'll try to get all updated soon on the first page list. I'm sure someone will chime in on replacement value. I'd suggest looking at Hagerty Insurance.

[bkreutz]

You might also want to compare Grundy with Hagerty. Very similar price wise, but they differ on requirements and restrictions. I think they're both good companies but the differences may fit different situations(read usage) better.