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Canuk40 · 12-01-2016, 05:43 PM

I'm looking at a substantial rust repair cycle and need some advice as to where to start. 1940 Ford Tudor - rusted floor, rusted rockers and rusted through A and B pillars.

So, where to start? My logic says start with rockers and build from there. Question is, how much to remove at a time and which panels to replace in what order without changing the shape/dimensions of the body, and maintain the attachment points in the correct places.

Do I need to support/brace the inner space before I start? Should I buy the complete lower cowl part as it includes the lower A pillar attachment point. Same question for the lower rear quarter as it includes a wrap around for the door pillar.

Any help or advice is most welcome.
(I have also posted on the HAMB, so apologise for any repetition.)

12-01-2016, 05:43 PM	#1
Canuk40 Junior Member Join Date: Feb 2015 Location: Rosseau. Ontario Posts: 16	Sheet Metal Replacement - Order of Repair I'm looking at a substantial rust repair cycle and need some advice as to where to start. 1940 Ford Tudor - rusted floor, rusted rockers and rusted through A and B pillars. So, where to start? My logic says start with rockers and build from there. Question is, how much to remove at a time and which panels to replace in what order without changing the shape/dimensions of the body, and maintain the attachment points in the correct places. Do I need to support/brace the inner space before I start? Should I buy the complete lower cowl part as it includes the lower A pillar attachment point. Same question for the lower rear quarter as it includes a wrap around for the door pillar. Any help or advice is most welcome. (I have also posted on the HAMB, so apologise for any repetition.)