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Old 08-04-2004, 05:48 PM   #1
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If replacing floor panels, do I need new rockers too?

Hey Guys,

I am finally about to start replacing sheetmetal on my '70 C-10. On the left side, I need a rocker. On the Right, the rocker & everything near it is rusted away. My question is this:

If I use Front & Rear floor patch panels, do I need new rockers as well, or are the rockers already part of the new floor panels?

Also, any tips before I start would be Most appreciated!

Thanks,

John
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Old 08-04-2004, 05:53 PM   #2
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Rocker panels are separate from the floor panels. So you'd need front and rear floors, and left and right rockers, and most likely the rocker backing plates too. You might check your cab floor supports, also.
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Old 08-04-2004, 06:23 PM   #3
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All floor patches I have seen have the rocker backing plate built in to them.
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Old 08-04-2004, 07:30 PM   #4
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Quote:
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All floor patches I have seen have the rocker backing plate built in to them.



OK, thanks for correcting me.
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Old 08-04-2004, 08:18 PM   #5
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John, check the cab supports also. Its a good idea to make all repairs from the inside out.
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Old 08-04-2004, 10:07 PM   #6
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What is the best way to remove the old panels? Avaition snips / cutting wheel / ???
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Old 08-04-2004, 10:37 PM   #7
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Cutting wheel for sure, you want to keep the metal that is staying nice and straight. Make sure you brace the cab accordingly if needed.
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Old 08-04-2004, 10:42 PM   #8
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Bracing the cab, as in welding a piece across a foot or so above the floor?
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94' Seadoo SP
84' Honda TRX200, bare nekkid. Just a frame & tires.

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