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02-26-2003, 11:51 PM
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69 Cab Question/Rust
Was wondering what everyone thought of this rust area in my 69 cab. I don't exactly know yet how to tackle fixing it, or sell it and get a better cab. The rust is on the inside above the windshield (about the same area as the drip edge on the outside). But, the outer sheetmetal is fine. No sign of rust through at all. Anyhow, just wanted to get some opinions.. The rest of the cab is in typical Ohio shape. Needs rockers, corners, and the floor has started rusting away at the seams. I have a couple pic's to show you what I'm talking about..
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02-26-2003, 11:52 PM
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The rust doesn't "look" all that bad, but it is clear through. Im sure once I take a cut off wheel to it, it will open up to about a 1/2" gap.
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02-27-2003, 12:02 AM
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I think gmc paul-correct me if I'm wrong- makes a patch panel for that area. If they don't I know a company has made a patch panel for that area, because I guess it's pretty common for that area to rust out. I have an article in one of my magazines for classic trucks if I come across it again I'll post the info.
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02-27-2003, 12:05 AM
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The cab on my dads 70CST had the exact same problem. we "fixed" it by taking out all the bad metal then made a sprayfoam base and shaped it to the exsisting contour then put a layer of body filler on top. Not exactly the professional way to do things but it worked.
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02-27-2003, 01:17 AM
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whats a good to prevent rust from getting there ?
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02-27-2003, 02:22 AM
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We have that patch panel on our website. Here is a link:
http://www.classicheartbeat.com/cata...ch%20Panel.htm WES www.ClassicHeartbeat.com
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02-27-2003, 10:15 AM
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"whats a good to prevent rust from getting there ?"
Check the drip rail to see if the caulk is any good. |
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02-27-2003, 11:37 AM
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has anyone ever done away with the drip rail?
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02-27-2003, 11:44 AM
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many here have. I have not though. do a search for it. someone had a detailed process for doing this. propably in the faq's or paint and body area.
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