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twellsjr · 06-07-2010, 12:59 AM

Hey how ya'll doing.... ok im a newb and have a 83 c10 with rusted out rocker panel i already ordered the patch panels from lmc and been wanting to do it myself is epoxy a legitimate way to replace it Ive seen it done here and there just wanted to get some opinions please and thanx

79gmcc15 · 06-07-2010, 02:51 AM

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grinch4om · 06-07-2010, 07:18 AM

3M structural adhesive works great! I have seen, used it and it is stronger than welding. I don't know if I would use it in place of welding for all areas but for exterior sheet metal it is fine! Read the instructions, have plenty of vise grips or the like to hold the panel while it sets up. Prep the area and test fit it all before you start glueing and you will be satisfied with the result

85Bowtie · 06-07-2010, 11:27 AM

I've heard of it, but never used it. I really can't see how it would be stronger than welding, but then again I'm not familiar with it. There's just something about glueing on panels I have a problem with, but maybe I would be hooked on it if I used it.

I do know surface prep would have to be optimal for any kind of glue to have any hold strength to it. I would rather weld it in. It's easier for me to shape it and smooth it out.

Keith Seymore · 06-07-2010, 11:46 AM

I used the structural adhesive on my cab corners and box side.

Check my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342926 (page 5 and page 6) for all the gory details.

K

Fred T · 06-07-2010, 04:10 PM

I used it 4 years ago to install a patch panel inside the cab on my 69. Since I couldn't clamp from both sides, I used countersunk pop rivets for clamps. Here are some pics.

79gmcc15 · 06-07-2010, 09:28 PM

aren't rocker panels structural? Cool info! I want to know more because I don't see my self getting a welder any time soon and I found out that I need to look more into my rocker panels.

Jonboy · 06-07-2010, 10:28 PM

They really aren't structural, as in frame structural. There is an inner rocker also, so you have some support there. The instructions call for the parts (like in a quarter panel or roof panel replacement situation) to be welded at the ends, and the parts can be bonded between. There are also quite a few different adhesives, so you would want to make sure you had the correct one for the intended application.

79gmcc15 · 06-07-2010, 11:47 PM

Thanks! I see a post in the body section when time comes!

06-07-2010, 12:59 AM	#1
twellsjr Registered User Join Date: May 2010 Location: pensacola,fl Posts: 18	rocker replacement opinion Hey how ya'll doing.... ok im a newb and have a 83 c10 with rusted out rocker panel i already ordered the patch panels from lmc and been wanting to do it myself is epoxy a legitimate way to replace it Ive seen it done here and there just wanted to get some opinions please and thanx

06-07-2010, 02:51 AM	#2
79gmcc15 Gettin It One Pice At A Time Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: everett, washington Posts: 2,688	Re: rocker replacement opinion deleted my moderator __________________ RIP ELJAY Work In Progress 1979 GMC C1500 Trailering Special. Getting the truck done, one piece at a time. “You can tell a lot about a fellow’s character by his way of eating jellybeans.”Ronald Reagan “I don’t know the key to success but I know the key to failure is trying to please everybody.” Bill Cosby Last edited by old Rusty C10; 06-07-2010 at 01:08 PM. Reason: nastiness is never appreciated forwarded comment to staff

06-07-2010, 07:18 AM	#3
grinch4om dang its hot Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: frankfort kentucky Posts: 1,349	Re: rocker replacement opinion 3M structural adhesive works great! I have seen, used it and it is stronger than welding. I don't know if I would use it in place of welding for all areas but for exterior sheet metal it is fine! Read the instructions, have plenty of vise grips or the like to hold the panel while it sets up. Prep the area and test fit it all before you start glueing and you will be satisfied with the result Last edited by grinch4om; 06-07-2010 at 07:19 AM.

06-07-2010, 11:27 AM	#4
85Bowtie Registered User Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: TN Posts: 410	Re: rocker replacement opinion I've heard of it, but never used it. I really can't see how it would be stronger than welding, but then again I'm not familiar with it. There's just something about glueing on panels I have a problem with, but maybe I would be hooked on it if I used it. I do know surface prep would have to be optimal for any kind of glue to have any hold strength to it. I would rather weld it in. It's easier for me to shape it and smooth it out. __________________ '69 Dodge Charger R/T 440, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '68 Plymouth Road Runner 383, 727, 3.23 Sure Grip '89 Dodge Diplomat ex cop car 408, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '77 Dodge Monaco ex cop car 440, 727, 2.71 '79 Dodge 'Lil Red Express pickup 360, 727, 3.55 Sure Grip '12 Dodge Challenger SRT8 392, M6, 3.92 '85 Chevrolet C-10 SWB 2wd 305, TH350, 2.73 Last edited by 85Bowtie; 06-07-2010 at 11:27 AM.

06-07-2010, 11:46 AM	#5
Keith Seymore Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Motor City Posts: 9,490	Re: rocker replacement opinion I used the structural adhesive on my cab corners and box side. Check my build thread http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342926 (page 5 and page 6) for all the gory details. K __________________ Chevrolet Flint Assembly 1979-1986 GM Full Size Truck Engineering 1986 - 2019 Intro from an Old Assembly Guy: http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=342926 My Pontiac story: http://forums.maxperformanceinc.com/...d.php?t=560524 Chevelle intro: http://www.superchevy.com/features/s...hevy-chevelle/ Last edited by Keith Seymore; 06-07-2010 at 11:47 AM.

06-07-2010, 04:10 PM	#6
Fred T Cantankerous Geezer Join Date: Aug 2002 Location: Bel Aire, KS Posts: 6,264	Re: rocker replacement opinion I used it 4 years ago to install a patch panel inside the cab on my 69. Since I couldn't clamp from both sides, I used countersunk pop rivets for clamps. Here are some pics. Attached Images __________________ Fred There is no such thing as too much cam...just not enough engine.

06-07-2010, 09:28 PM	#7
79gmcc15 Gettin It One Pice At A Time Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: everett, washington Posts: 2,688	Re: rocker replacement opinion aren't rocker panels structural? Cool info! I want to know more because I don't see my self getting a welder any time soon and I found out that I need to look more into my rocker panels. __________________ RIP ELJAY Work In Progress 1979 GMC C1500 Trailering Special. Getting the truck done, one piece at a time. “You can tell a lot about a fellow’s character by his way of eating jellybeans.”Ronald Reagan “I don’t know the key to success but I know the key to failure is trying to please everybody.” Bill Cosby

06-07-2010, 10:28 PM	#8
Jonboy Slots go on anything! Join Date: May 2003 Location: Richardson, TX Posts: 5,957	Re: rocker replacement opinion They really aren't structural, as in frame structural. There is an inner rocker also, so you have some support there. The instructions call for the parts (like in a quarter panel or roof panel replacement situation) to be welded at the ends, and the parts can be bonded between. There are also quite a few different adhesives, so you would want to make sure you had the correct one for the intended application. __________________ 1974 Jimmy- 5.3/4L80e/NP241

06-07-2010, 11:47 PM	#9
79gmcc15 Gettin It One Pice At A Time Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: everett, washington Posts: 2,688	Re: rocker replacement opinion Thanks! I see a post in the body section when time comes! __________________ RIP ELJAY Work In Progress 1979 GMC C1500 Trailering Special. Getting the truck done, one piece at a time. “You can tell a lot about a fellow’s character by his way of eating jellybeans.”Ronald Reagan “I don’t know the key to success but I know the key to failure is trying to please everybody.” Bill Cosby



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