hey casey and philip, i'm gonna take the advice you both offered. in areas that i can reinforce the area with metal i will. my welding skills are limited at this point. in areas that have alot of contour, and are not load bearing, i will use fiberglass. i sure appreciate you guys taking the time to shoot me a note. one day when i'm a master restorer ;), i will help someone that has limited skills like myself. thanx again, ~m
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