i want some bodywork tips! - The 1947 - Present Chevrolet & GMC Truck Message Board Network

Dino11 · 07-21-2009, 06:02 PM

i have been interested in body work along time, and now i have a project that needs a bit. what are some of the steps, process etc that i should use to do this? i.e. what grit(s) paper, do i need to go to bare metal, what types of sanding techniques should i use, etc. any and all tips are very appreciated

PanelDeland · 07-21-2009, 06:28 PM

http://www.67-72chevytrucks.com/vboa...splay.php?f=16

Link to the bodywork and paint forum.

Naterman35 · 07-21-2009, 06:34 PM

with stripping all the way to bare metal theres a few ways... wire wheel, 36 gritt sand paper, ginder..ect.

When spreading filler make it as smooth as possible to make sanding easier... when applying filler your supposed to go to bare metal but glazing putty can be applied over a scuffed surface... sand in an X patter not up and down or side to side. when using a grinder hold it flat to not gouge the metal. when welding go slow... heat will warp panels...

when working on say a truck fender have another project like the roof or bedside.. switch between the two so you don't burn out.

Get a 5 Gallon bucket to sit on.

fiberglass filler can make you itch.

wear safty glasses and a dustmask.

"You get what you pay for" don't expect cheap tools to preform well.

when sanding filler start with 36 then 80 then 180 prime block with 180 prime wet sand with 600-800.

MEASURE when making stuff or doing patch panels... Get a good pair of tin snips.

"Durablock" is my favorite sanding blocks. there foam ones are amazing. Get some in various sizes. You can also use a paint stick wraped in sand paper.

get your self a few body hammers... dont try to do body work with a claw hammer.

If you thnk of any questions PM me.

07-21-2009, 06:02 PM	#1
Dino11 Registered User Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: princeton, ky Posts: 63	i want some bodywork tips! i have been interested in body work along time, and now i have a project that needs a bit. what are some of the steps, process etc that i should use to do this? i.e. what grit(s) paper, do i need to go to bare metal, what types of sanding techniques should i use, etc. any and all tips are very appreciated __________________ 72 c-10 lwb: mild 350 , turbo 350 w shift kit, 3.73, drop spindles and rear drop springs, e-fan, relocated fuel tank, roll pan, Progressive wheels, 02 silverado buckets&console

07-21-2009, 06:28 PM	#2
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07-21-2009, 06:34 PM	#3
Naterman35 Registered User Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Saginaw Michigan Posts: 199	Re: i want some bodywork tips! with stripping all the way to bare metal theres a few ways... wire wheel, 36 gritt sand paper, ginder..ect. When spreading filler make it as smooth as possible to make sanding easier... when applying filler your supposed to go to bare metal but glazing putty can be applied over a scuffed surface... sand in an X patter not up and down or side to side. when using a grinder hold it flat to not gouge the metal. when welding go slow... heat will warp panels... when working on say a truck fender have another project like the roof or bedside.. switch between the two so you don't burn out. Get a 5 Gallon bucket to sit on. fiberglass filler can make you itch. wear safty glasses and a dustmask. "You get what you pay for" don't expect cheap tools to preform well. when sanding filler start with 36 then 80 then 180 prime block with 180 prime wet sand with 600-800. MEASURE when making stuff or doing patch panels... Get a good pair of tin snips. "Durablock" is my favorite sanding blocks. there foam ones are amazing. Get some in various sizes. You can also use a paint stick wraped in sand paper. get your self a few body hammers... dont try to do body work with a claw hammer. If you thnk of any questions PM me. Last edited by Naterman35; 07-21-2009 at 06:34 PM.



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