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Jtrux · 05-17-2008, 07:58 PM

I picked up a Miller 175 so now the work can begin. I don't want to jump right in to floors and rockers so i'm gonna start with something less critical. I'm gonna pick up the patch panel from GMC Pauls for the area under the battery box on the front of the passenger fender. Mine looks solid but is actually just bondoed up so it'll be replaced soon. I just need to get Critter over to my house to put in a 220 plug in my garage since he's an electrician and all.

You can see the discoloration of the lower body where they bondoed and half ass painted it.

I probably have my work cut out for me by the time it's all said and done cuz I even found some bondo on one of the bedsides so who knows what's under that.

hgs_notes · 05-17-2008, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Jtrux

I even found some bondo on one of the bedsides so who knows what's under that.

I know, I know...rust and dents! Did I win anything?

Jtrux · 05-17-2008, 09:33 PM

Well no prizes to give out yet. I did sand a few areas down and found mostly dents but some rust too. So I guess i've got it all. I also assumed my welder had .030 wire but it's actually .023 which I guess is better for body work. Now I just need to do the work.

watahyahknow · 05-17-2008, 09:37 PM

dunno if you know but when welding to the car take the batterycable off so the regulatorthingie doesnt go poof

Jtrux · 05-17-2008, 09:52 PM

Yes sir but thank you anyways, i'm sure someone will read it and go "OH!!!". For my fender project I do plan on having the fender off so it won't be an issue.

Big J · 05-17-2008, 11:42 PM

Are you using gas? If not ya might wanna take a look at doing so. Makes a much cleaner weld. Yes the .23 is much better for thin stuff. I used what I had left of the .30 on the floor pans but .23 would've been easier to use. On the 220 your having put in, see if ya can't have it set up about 25 or so feet of wire so ya can reach out in your driveway. Makes it handy.

Jtrux · 05-18-2008, 12:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Big J

Are you using gas? If not ya might wanna take a look at doing so. Makes a much cleaner weld. Yes the .23 is much better for thin stuff. I used what I had left of the .30 on the floor pans but .23 would've been easier to use. On the 220 your having put in, see if ya can't have it set up about 25 or so feet of wire so ya can reach out in your driveway. Makes it handy.

Yes i'm using gas. I'm gonna make an extra cord that's longer for when I need to drag it around but just leave it next to the outlet and make a small table with a vise mounted for doing small welding projects.

**FRENCHBLUE72** · 05-18-2008, 06:11 PM

Koool keep us posted on the progress...

Critter · 05-19-2008, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Jtrux

I just need to get Critter over to my house to put in a 220 plug in my garage since he's an electrician and all.

So when are you going to bring it by my place for a test run?

J/K We will get you fixed up with an outlet in a day or two. I can't wait to tear into yours and see what all we can screw up...I mean "fix"

05-17-2008, 07:58 PM	#1
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Well I know what my first body project is going to be... I picked up a Miller 175 so now the work can begin. I don't want to jump right in to floors and rockers so i'm gonna start with something less critical. I'm gonna pick up the patch panel from GMC Pauls for the area under the battery box on the front of the passenger fender. Mine looks solid but is actually just bondoed up so it'll be replaced soon. I just need to get Critter over to my house to put in a 220 plug in my garage since he's an electrician and all. You can see the discoloration of the lower body where they bondoed and half ass painted it. I probably have my work cut out for me by the time it's all said and done cuz I even found some bondo on one of the bedsides so who knows what's under that. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

05-17-2008, 09:33 PM	#3
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Well I know what my first body project is going to be... Well no prizes to give out yet. I did sand a few areas down and found mostly dents but some rust too. So I guess i've got it all. I also assumed my welder had .030 wire but it's actually .023 which I guess is better for body work. Now I just need to do the work. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

05-17-2008, 09:37 PM	#4
watahyahknow Registered User Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: the netherlands europe Posts: 4,335	Re: Well I know what my first body project is going to be... dunno if you know but when welding to the car take the batterycable off so the regulatorthingie doesnt go poof __________________ i got a job again and having fun at it too idea's for the trucks and the order of things to do are taking shape and get closer to being realized , a few more months and i be able to start building for real i complete 2 of the trucks intoo running fashion one custom and one basicly stock the thirth will be sacrificed for parts

05-17-2008, 09:52 PM	#5
Jtrux I'm a poor spectator Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: San Antonio, Tx Posts: 2,287	Re: Well I know what my first body project is going to be... Yes sir but thank you anyways, i'm sure someone will read it and go "OH!!!". For my fender project I do plan on having the fender off so it won't be an issue. __________________ 2006 Jeep Unlimited IMPACT ORANGE 1993 Chevy 2500 4x4 ExCab LWB 454/NV4500 Tow rig 1977 Ford F100 2x4 LWB 1st truck I owned, still have it!!! 1979 Ford F150 4x4 SWB Built Ford Tough!!! 1971 Chevy Blazer 350 / SM465 / NP205 UNDER CONSTRUCTION Soon to have a LQ4 6.0!!!

05-17-2008, 11:42 PM	#6
Big J Its lookin' like a Blazer! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Gods Country, KY Posts: 1,773	Re: Well I know what my first body project is going to be... Are you using gas? If not ya might wanna take a look at doing so. Makes a much cleaner weld. Yes the .23 is much better for thin stuff. I used what I had left of the .30 on the floor pans but .23 would've been easier to use. On the 220 your having put in, see if ya can't have it set up about 25 or so feet of wire so ya can reach out in your driveway. Makes it handy. __________________ BAZINGA! My Build Last edited by Big J; 05-17-2008 at 11:42 PM.

05-18-2008, 06:11 PM	#8
FRENCHBLUE72 PROJECT 7DEUCE Join Date: Dec 2002 Location: GRANTS PASS OR Posts: 21,594	Re: Well I know what my first body project is going to be... Koool keep us posted on the progress... __________________ GO BIG GREEN GO DUCKS MEMBER #6377 72 k-5 daily driver 6'' lift 35'' 350-350-205 slowly getting rust free. Project "7DEUCE" check out my build http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=267665 Tim Powell..R.I.P EastSideLowlife..... R.I.P..



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