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Old 02-24-2013, 03:34 AM   #1
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Cab floor sheet metal gauge?

Finding a ton of smaller rust through spots on my newly acquired 72' 1500.

Whats the oem gauge for the sheet metal in the floor, rockers, etc.?
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Old 02-24-2013, 08:17 AM   #2
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Re: Cab floor sheet metal gauge?

Should be 19 gauge. Replace with 18 or 19.

An old hood or panel to cut up is the best sheetmetal you will find.
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Old 02-24-2013, 04:33 PM   #3
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Re: Cab floor sheet metal gauge?

I got a set of used oem doors, might cut up the originals to get some steel outta them. Thanks!
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