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Post by fishhead on Thu Nov 08, 2012 11:06 pm

Is there an easier way to patch a quarter-sized hole in the roof than cutting a section out from the inside to gain access from inside car?The headliner is removed anyway but maybe there is a better method?I don't mind the work but want to be sure I'm using the best method.Thanks again.

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Post by Dead Man on Fri Nov 09, 2012 12:52 am

well the best way would be to access it from inside the car with a small patch and weld it in then bondo over. but if you want to do it all from the outside cut a patch to where it kind fits long ways, and use a magnet to hold it there while you tac it in place, then bondo.


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Post by fishhead on Fri Nov 09, 2012 1:03 am

Thanks! I never thought of the magnet method.

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Post by Dead Man on Fri Nov 09, 2012 1:35 am

no problem
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Post by 1973 454 MONTE on Fri Nov 09, 2012 7:33 am

fishhead wrote:Thanks! I never thought of the magnet method.
Even Jesse from overhaulin knows about the magnet method. She used it on the 67 maro they did. They shaved the door locks. Razz
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Post by Wallyuph on Fri Nov 09, 2012 9:51 am

I some times Tack weld a small bolt/screw or scrap to hang on to it like a knob when slipping it in a hole. Then you can pull up on it when you tack it in. Then grind off the tack and remove the handle. I have a stud gun that works great for this also.
You can also use this and install two half moon's to make your patch and weld up the center line if no access to the back side.
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Post by fishhead on Fri Nov 09, 2012 12:53 pm

Mannnn....Jesse...image stuck in my head..gotta concentrate...Oh yeah,thanks for sharing the knowledge,I'm storing this info while sanding the surface rust from hood to trunk.I like to be prepared.Hmmm..does Jesse have a calender for sale? tongue

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Post by Brainstain on Fri Nov 09, 2012 5:26 pm

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Post by fishhead on Fri Nov 09, 2012 6:54 pm

Thanks for the tip,but I stay away from facebook....far,far away...too many hackers and mean people. No

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