Early update this week!
I decided to use the bracket out of 2mm sheet metal instead of 1.5mm. After all, it’s supposed to be a looker!
The brackets have double layers of sheet metal at the bottom, and here I used 1.5mm as in the original. However, I made them slightly longer than they originally were.
Then, it was just a matter of massaging them into place and welding them on.
Next, it was time for the rear end pieces… But first, I wanted to free the apron while I still had plenty of space to work with the cutting tools.
Once that was free, I could start welding since I had already cut the piece to fit.
Now, almost the entire passenger side of the car is repaired. There are still some small holes in the floor/sill that needed patching, but I didn’t spend much time on those since the entire heater channels and floor pans will be replaced eventually.
With that, I’m taking the rest of the weekend off and will be back in the garage in about two weeks!
But before heading home, I just couldn’t resist…
While cleaning up, I found a piece of sheet metal with paint in decent condition. I just had to try cleaning and polishing it to see what the car’s finish will look like!
I was a bit too aggressive with the wet sanding and rubbing before polish, so the primer burned through. I’ll have to be more careful when polishing the body.
But that’s a long way off… Take care!
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