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I was told that it was made of 19 gauge by a fabricater/ bodyman. Said it was just a little easier to work with and was available in the US but not here in Canada, wouldn't be cost effective to have it shipped up here. I used 18 gauge for all my patching and didn't have too much problems. Most patch panels I bought were 18 gauge as well.
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I have one too (found it in the bed of a boneyard truck!), but I don't have any holes in my floor!
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I'd use 18 ga cold rolled for flooring. 20 ga is a little too thin for walking on IMHO. It will form well too. I use it for body repairs as well, gives me a little meat for metal finishing, stretching, doesn't warp or burn thru as easily when welding.
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