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Oct 1, 2010 | 09:57 PM

corzy

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From: ontario

Frame/body metal`

Hey guys, just wondering what guage sheet metal to use for frame repair and body...(few small spots on the frame that needs patching) otherwise i would just buy the frame rail and replace.
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corzy

Oct 2, 2010 | 02:20 AM

groho

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most of the repro body stuff is 20 gauge mild steel, but 18 gauge welds much nicer for patching if you're doing small flat panel patches on original metal. When I was replacing my down panels I recall the exposed rails were a solid 18 gauge. BTW, that was measured with a sheet metal gauge.

Last edited by groho; Oct 2, 2010 at 02:26 AM.