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jmedero · 01-24-2012, 12:18 AM

I roughed in my fender trimming on my truck this weekend. Trying to see how you guys finished your front fenders out after you trimmed them to clear the front wheels.
Post up pics of what you guys have done.
Thanks
Juan
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PanelDeland · 01-24-2012, 11:25 AM

I've never done one,but I have trimmed out for industrial applications.My favorite trick for them is to use a piece of small diameter tubing that is split then formed to the shape I've trimmed.Most Ind.apps only require a few tack welds to hold but you probably need to weld the whole thing to keep water out.Make sure to use short tacks and move around to prevent warping.Keep in mind that there are probably several "right ways" to do this and someone may have a better plan.

bigblock68 · 01-24-2012, 06:32 PM

i just rolled 1/4" bar stock to match my cut radius.i also added in a small bar to stiffen the area behind the hinge.

jmedero · 01-24-2012, 06:45 PM

Thanks guys. That loos really good. Just trying to finish it out a little bit so it does not look so crude.
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01-24-2012, 12:18 AM	#1
jmedero Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: pensacola fl Posts: 3,073	For you frame layers out there. I roughed in my fender trimming on my truck this weekend. Trying to see how you guys finished your front fenders out after you trimmed them to clear the front wheels. Post up pics of what you guys have done. Thanks Juan Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 68 BB burb build thread Scott's super slam front/rear http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=378084

01-24-2012, 11:25 AM	#2
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,992	Re: For you frame layers out there. I've never done one,but I have trimmed out for industrial applications.My favorite trick for them is to use a piece of small diameter tubing that is split then formed to the shape I've trimmed.Most Ind.apps only require a few tack welds to hold but you probably need to weld the whole thing to keep water out.Make sure to use short tacks and move around to prevent warping.Keep in mind that there are probably several "right ways" to do this and someone may have a better plan. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

01-24-2012, 06:32 PM	#3
bigblock68 Registered User Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: vancouver,wa. Posts: 282	Re: For you frame layers out there. i just rolled 1/4" bar stock to match my cut radius.i also added in a small bar to stiffen the area behind the hinge. Attached Images

01-24-2012, 06:45 PM	#4
jmedero Registered User Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: pensacola fl Posts: 3,073	Re: For you frame layers out there. Thanks guys. That loos really good. Just trying to finish it out a little bit so it does not look so crude. Posted via Mobile Device __________________ 68 BB burb build thread Scott's super slam front/rear http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=378084 Last edited by jmedero; 01-24-2012 at 09:25 PM. Reason: Spelling

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