Floorpans
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From: Westminster,Md
Last time I checked, two different type's were available, the "black"
zinc coated, and the unfinished type ( no coating). I think the unfinished was actually a bit thicker metal, closer to the stock floor pan, and a bit more forgiving to weld ..due to the thickness, and the piece I would use if you can still get it.Shop around, don't be in a hurry, then make your choice.Good Luck!
zinc coated, and the unfinished type ( no coating). I think the unfinished was actually a bit thicker metal, closer to the stock floor pan, and a bit more forgiving to weld ..due to the thickness, and the piece I would use if you can still get it.Shop around, don't be in a hurry, then make your choice.Good Luck!
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From: SE Wisc. (the Rust Belt)
Yeah, welding is the only way I'd do it. You could also check out panel adhesive, some members have used it to patch in body and door panels. I prefer welding, I'm kind of old fashioned and don't get into new techniques to easily.
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From: oh
If you are not welding the patch--then cut new panel as close as possible and use the new adhesives out now,or drill a hole or 3-4 and screw a few screws in it--till you can get it to a body-shop or someone that welds and have them weld it in.
Just make sure your carpet or rubber mat,etc and seat are easy to take out,or out already--don't need any fires!!! Adhesives work good--but welding looks nicer from the bottom. Bill
Just make sure your carpet or rubber mat,etc and seat are easy to take out,or out already--don't need any fires!!! Adhesives work good--but welding looks nicer from the bottom. Bill
