ANy reason I shouldnt weld the roof seams on my panel truck? - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

big blue 72 · 07-10-2009, 09:01 AM

I am getting into the cutting out rusted areas and welding in patch panels and replacement pieces on my 68 panel truck. Is there any reason I should NOT weld the roofing seams together?

myoldchevytruck · 07-10-2009, 10:00 AM

Are you removing the drip rails? If so, check the FAQ Section for those who have done this in the past. Some have found it to be difficult while others have not. Either way, from what I understand, it is a slow process to avoid warping of the metal and getting a nice finished look. Hopefully, others will chime in a add their .02 cents. Good Luck.

bac1755 · 07-10-2009, 10:08 AM

IMO thats alot of welding, alot of area, and alot of heat on that top. I would lead the seams

big blue 72 · 07-10-2009, 10:48 AM

was gonna leave the drip rail on .It is actually in pretty good shape .Just the corner seams welded?
Would that be alright?

myoldchevytruck · 07-10-2009, 09:49 PM

Corners would be fine but remember, you must move around allot. do not stay in one area for a long time or you will warp the metal. Are you bead filling or patch filling the area(s)? Either way, give your self allot of time. Don't rush the job. Good Luck.

07-10-2009, 09:01 AM	#1
big blue 72 Senior Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: hamilton,ohio,usa Posts: 1,499	ANy reason I shouldnt weld the roof seams on my panel truck? I am getting into the cutting out rusted areas and welding in patch panels and replacement pieces on my 68 panel truck. Is there any reason I should NOT weld the roofing seams together? __________________ Broken Back Club 72 Club GMC Club Panel truck Club 6 cylinder Club Unfinished Projects Club Outdoor Sportsmens Club

07-10-2009, 10:00 AM	#2
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: ANy reason I shouldnt weld the roof seams on my panel truck? Are you removing the drip rails? If so, check the FAQ Section for those who have done this in the past. Some have found it to be difficult while others have not. Either way, from what I understand, it is a slow process to avoid warping of the metal and getting a nice finished look. Hopefully, others will chime in a add their .02 cents. Good Luck. __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors

07-10-2009, 10:08 AM	#3
bac1755 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Denison, Texas Posts: 245	Re: ANy reason I shouldnt weld the roof seams on my panel truck? IMO thats alot of welding, alot of area, and alot of heat on that top. I would lead the seams __________________ 1971 GMC 1972 Small Blocked DATSUN 240Z Dads old car

07-10-2009, 10:48 AM	#4
big blue 72 Senior Member Join Date: May 2002 Location: hamilton,ohio,usa Posts: 1,499	Re: ANy reason I shouldnt weld the roof seams on my panel truck? was gonna leave the drip rail on .It is actually in pretty good shape .Just the corner seams welded? Would that be alright? __________________ Broken Back Club 72 Club GMC Club Panel truck Club 6 cylinder Club Unfinished Projects Club Outdoor Sportsmens Club

07-10-2009, 09:49 PM	#5
myoldchevytruck Retired Air Force Veteran Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Pembroke Pines, Florida 33024 Posts: 1,808	Re: ANy reason I shouldnt weld the roof seams on my panel truck? Corners would be fine but remember, you must move around allot. do not stay in one area for a long time or you will warp the metal. Are you bead filling or patch filling the area(s)? Either way, give your self allot of time. Don't rush the job. Good Luck. __________________ Harry 69' SWB Step Side 1/2 Ton w/68' Front Clip Swap from Leafs to Trailing Arms (Complete) Swap 6 Lug to 5 Lug (w/ Disk Brakes in Front) 3/6 Drop Help Support The Board Click Here For Information On How To Subscribe Krue's FAQ Page Vendors



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