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#120491 05/11/2006 4:36 AM
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ok I think I did it. new guy here. got rust on the floor and I see the road zippin by. put my foot though so I think it's time. Soooo how hard is it to replace the three panles and the toe ona 51 sub??? I ck'd around, at shops that had a old guy and the words when asked if they would do the work, I can't print. does that mean I get to do it?? If so how bad can it be it's only rust that stops where??? help

#120492 05/25/2006 1:23 AM
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Jm1327, I noticed no-one replied to your question..first and foremost is.. can you buy the replacement panels? second...do you have the tools and knowledge to use the tools. if you answered yes to both, then get on it. it's already broke. start by identifying all the weld points and seams. you will need a spot weld cutter/remover ( a special type drill bit that cuts spot welds), a die grinder with cut-off wheels( save the used smaller wheels as they work in tight places)air compressor, 4 inch electric grinder, welder (mig) and various other hand tools and dollies, c-clamps, cleco's work well if you cant get behind the piece to clamp it. surgically remove the panel, fit the new one,punch the new holes with your punch/flanger tool, weld it grind it, seam seal it, prime it, undercoat it....bada bing your done....it's not that easy but it can be done and you will save alot of money. I mostly repair/restore mopar 70's muscle cars and have done quite a few floor pans, trunk pans, quarter panels,trunk floor extensions..etc. and I am self taught.I must be cheap because why pay some-one to do something I could do myself. Added bonus...you did it yourself..."who did your...I did". E mail me if you want more specific info on that job or where to buy those tools I listed. you can do it.


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#120493 06/03/2006 3:31 AM
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When and if you put new floor pans down try coating them with POR 15 that is what I used on my 52 chevy truck and it really seemed to stop rust and is suppose to prevent new rust from starting.


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#120494 06/03/2006 8:05 AM
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i took the easy way out and blasted to good metal then fiberglassed it two years back the metal is still shinny steel color under the glass the trick is not to glass over any rust blast it awy before glassing worked real well for me fast and strong


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