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Old 04-25-2016, 07:19 PM   #1
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Various metal thickness

What gauge or how thick are the various metal panels of the cab? Is this info listed anywhere?

Specifically the floor, as I have to make one large (8 x8) & several small (1-2" round) patch panels.

If I measured correctly, the floor looks to be 18 gauge or 0.05" without paint.

I found this web page pretty helpful.

https://www.tedpella.com/company_html/gauge.htm
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Old 04-25-2016, 07:26 PM   #2
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Re: Various metal thickness

Yes I'm pretty sure that the floor is 18 gauge. That's what I've been using
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Old 04-25-2016, 08:37 PM   #3
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Re: Various metal thickness

I like to use 18 gauge for patch work as it is easier to weld.
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Old 04-25-2016, 09:34 PM   #4
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Re: Various metal thickness

I use 18 for everything since it is a little easier to bend and matches the thickness of the original. I just picked up some 16 gauge I would consider using for the floor if I still had flor work to do. Going to use the 16 to make a new battery tray and patch my inner fenders where they rusted in the front, but that's about it. Good luck
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