OK, so some basic filler work. There were a few areas that needed a skim, but it wasn't as bad I as thought when I first stripped it. Use of a hammer and dolly and shrinking disc (those things are so damn good and far better that the old naked flame days) got most of the imperfections out, but a few areas still needed some filler. The dog legs were one... Not as bad as it looks though
Filler 1.jpg
Filler 2.jpg
Onto the rear quarters This one I filled before I was happy with the body work, so stripped it out, re-did some more body work and then re-did the filler. You have to be careful in these areas due to the swage line - I swear it's the bane of my life...
filler 3.jpg
But did get the curves on both sides accurate as per the reflection...
Filler 7.jpg
The roof had an area that needed beating out... Not sure what happened but I assume it was something that was being carried on roof racks... Anyway, after a lot of panel beating and a skim of filler, it was looking far straighter...
Filler 5.jpg
Filler 6.jpg
Then I did notice a rust hole in the Sill panel - very minor but nonetheless needed to be done. I wasn't too worried about how pretty it looked as it was going to be hidden under the front guard anyway...
sill 1.jpg
So cut it out and made up a little patch panel. Sill was very good inside so I presume it rusted from crap between this part and the guard keeping moisture on it.
sill 2.jpg
Sill 3.jpg
And then done enough to keep me happy and to prevent it from getting worse... Now onto other bits...
Sill 4.jpg
Reply With Quote
Bookmarks