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05-21-2021, 02:11 PM | #1 |
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40 Standard Grille Repair
I have a friend with a good 40 standard grille with a bar broken loose at the bottom. You can't see it unless it's pointed out. Is there someone out there that can do a repair on the grille so it wouldn't show? It will be painted.
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05-21-2021, 02:17 PM | #2 |
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Re: $0 Grille Repair
JB Weld might do a fair job.
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05-21-2021, 02:21 PM | #3 |
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Re: 40 Standard Grille Repair
Looking for permanent fix. Not much of a JB fan
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05-21-2021, 02:22 PM | #4 |
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Re: 40 Standard Grille Repair
I'd assume someone who is a good TIG welder or braze it from the backside.
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05-21-2021, 03:55 PM | #5 |
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Re: 40 Standard Grille Repair
Where is your friend located?
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05-22-2021, 06:47 AM | #6 |
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05-22-2021, 07:22 AM | #7 |
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Re: 40 Standard Grille Repair
Hey, Gary - if you can make a small piece of metal to hold the bar in place, there are some really great glues, JB Weld being be of them, that can do the trick. If it’s a chromed grille, you might have to be a little more creative coloring wise for the little support piece. And I would make the support piece tie into the chin pan. Yes, you know it’s there but from 5’ away you can’t even see it, chrome or painted grille.
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05-22-2021, 08:08 AM | #8 |
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Re: 40 Standard Grille Repair
I have and use 'MUGGY WELD' (super alloy 1) to fix pot metal cracks, pits, etc. for parts to be re-chromed.
No high temperature welding necessary. It's just a matter of learning the process and proper preparation. WATCH THE VIDEO -------------- https://www.muggyweld.com/?gclid=Cj0...IaAjWHEALw_wcB
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05-22-2021, 05:41 PM | #9 |
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Re: 40 Standard Grille Repair
I am no expert, but I thought standard grilles we’re stamped steel. Is this not correct?
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05-22-2021, 06:07 PM | #10 |
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Re: 40 Standard Grille Repair
Real '40 Ford standard grilles are die cast.
Once upon a time the aftermarket produced a stamped steel grille. |
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