So I got my fender off (took a few Dremel blades) and have it all painted and under-coated inside; ready to re-install. I found rubber washers at Home Depot and wonder if anyone has used rubber washers to re-assemble the body parts. Kind of makes sense to put a large rubber washer (about 1/8" thick) between the fender and the bed side. It would eliminate the wear and tear that eventually happens with metal on metal. I guess this is why they sometimes put in fender welt, but this seems like a good alternative. Any thoughts?

Last edited by Ritchie 54; 10/28/2013 2:28 AM.

Bob

1954 Chevy 3100 5-Window
1954 5-Window COE aka "THE BEAST"
Bill Ritchie's Original Truck

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Bethesda, MD