Fiberglass Sheet Metal Repair

Grind the area of the metal that will be getting fiberglass applied to it using an air grinder.

Fiberglass sheet metal repair.

I used a piece of pvc pipe a vice mount miniature metal break and body hammer kit. Air bubbles reduce bond and will expand with heat causing future problems. Use fiberglass cloth and body filler. That 45 yr old car has provided a stiff and quiet family car for 30 years so far and is still more solid now than when it was new.

Once the fiberglass is layed up it should immediately be rolled out with a fin or bubble roller to remove any air trapped in between layers or part. Typically fiberglass is used for rust repair by replacing the rusted metal and sealing the surface. Fiberglass is a non corrosive material that can be used as reinforcement or as a repair patch on almost all surfaces including metal plastic and wood. I then used the templates to trace out the patch panels on some sheet metal.

The fiberglass floor is still good after 30 years of family car use rain or shine. See reviews photos directions phone numbers and more for the best fiberglass fabricators in akron oh. Scuff the entire area removing any loose or damaged metal down to solid metal. Don t have a welder.

Presents a diy method of lower fender rust hole repair with no welding. This location is minutes from the george washington bridge and can easily serve clients throughout the tri state area. Fiberglass rust repairs are easily available at all local auto body supply store. After slicing the patches out with a cutoff wheel next came the bending hammer and dolly session until the patches matched the holes and fit snug and flush into the flanged seat.

The 1962 steel floor was gone before 1970 i was told.