Forum: Auto Body

I'm rebuilding my 87 toyota 4x4. It's has lots of rust. I have the old bed off and a new one to replace it. I want to keep the truck stock, but I'm going to clean it up and paint it. I don't have any skills in this area at all. I will be painting the truck Olive Drab Green, then later I have a...

I am told bondo will stick to primer but does it have to be prepared in any way? Like sanded wilth 80 grit or will it stick to slick primer?

What are the pros and cons of each type? Is metal filler stronger and waterproof but harder to sand?

Hello all, Newbie to body work looking for suggestions on how to stop some rust and repair the area on a 91 Sierra. What is the easiest way to fix the areas in the photos? Tnx! Doug

havent had to do bodywork in a few years. which should i use. i have a truck that i shaved everything on, molded the whole tailgate. so there will be quite alot of work to do. looking for something thats strong and least shrinkage. what should i use and in what order.

I am getting ready to get my car painted. In order to cut costs, I plan to do the body work myself. After I do my body work (straightened, filled, sanded and primed,) what can I use as a protective weather coat until I get the car into the paint shop? I have to do a few panels and I plan on...

My wife and I bought an '05 Chrysler Pacifica in Spring. We both really enjoy the car except I noticed the plastic that is at the base of the windshield around the wipers is faded. Also the same type of plastic is on the front grill, and is also faded. I havn't tried anything to remedy the problem...

I am finally purchasing my own Air Compressor. I'm somewhat familiar to them and have used them in my buddy's shops. I have never bought one myself and want to be sure I am on the right track. I will be using the following tools: Impact Gun Grinders Wheels Spray Guns (with moisture filters)...

I have a 944 with partially rusted out rocker panels under the door. I was assuming that I had to weld these and my plan was to use patch panels and weld them on. What I am wondering is if I can use either the eastwood no weld panel kit with the flush rivets and 2 part glue/sealer or a 3M...

I have a 65 Dodge A100 pickup I'm working on. I'd like to fill the body seams and want to know if using 3M epoxy used to fuse panels would be a good choice. I really don't want to weld all the seams and realize that just filler may crack and fall out. I already replaced one top bedside rail with...

what gauge steel do you use for a door patch and floor board repairs?

I couldn't think of a better place to show this. I hope EW and you guys enjoy what we never knew was made?:) Stainless Steel Ford: This is the 1936 Ford Tudor Sedan built for and owned by Allegheny Ludlum Steel. This is 1 of only 4 in existence and is the only one currently in running &...

I'm restoring a 1969 Chevy nova SS and was wondering if there is a manual or guide as to what colors I need to purchase and what colors I need to paint the different parts of the car. drive shaft, rear end, front coil springs A-arm crossshafts, front stabilizer, steering box, rear springs and so...

hi Does anyone have knowledge of either a product or source for re-silvering the backside of the glass on mirrors?? thanks! john:confused:

I have a '71 Charger that needs full front floors. Have seen floors replaced in magazines without jig or rotisserie. Noticed door bracing but nowhere else. Is this possible without the jig or rotisserie. If so, where are other braces? Would rather spend money on other parts of car rather than one...

Hi I need to patch the lower cab corners on my extended cab pickup. I have the repair panels, and now I am wondering how to flange the curved edge around to the back of the cab. Any help is appreciated.

My husband is restoring two 79 Firebirds and I wanted to know if someone here could help with ideas for his Xmas presents. Thanks

Anyone know of a source for a good quality 2-part bed-liner that comes in a stock color of dark gray? I know I can tint something, but I'd rather have an off-the-shelf solution. The only thing I've found is something from Morton, but it seems to be their lower end offering that isn't quite as...