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#1072874 12/11/2014 11:32 PM
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Any body-savvy members out there familiar with repairing the belt line on these trucks?
I've seen the cool replacement panel kits that eliminate the overlap, making it one piece.
Anyone available to give a few pointers?
Pictures of the best technique?
Etc etc?

Thanks!!


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Is there a pinch weld at the bottom edge of the belt line similar to the ADs? If so I would recommend a panel which eliminates this rust prone area.
I have repaired this area on an AD with a TIG welder, but it was a HUGE challenge. There is no longer a pinch weld there. I removed 1/2 of the height of the belt bulge above the pinch weld from lock pillar to lock pillar, and welded many, many small patch pieces to account for all of the compound curves in this part of the cab.
Carl


1952 5-window - return to "as built" condition | 1950 3100 with a 235 and a T-5 transmission

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