TECH ARTICAL
Replacement panel on my 22 Dodge MODIFIED
1. Two Sections of rust to be patched, I’ve desided to replace the entire lower section of the cab with one patch panel instead of two seperate ones.
2. Template was made. I used 1/16th plastic sheet but cardboard or bristolboard can be used to.
3. Line the template up on the area to be removed and trace it out onto the cab.
4. Lucky for me the place I get my metal from also has a metal brake so I can have them make the lip on the lower section of the panel.
5. Before I left home I mad a quick template to gadge the angle of the brake I need. (the shop will appreciate this, saves time and guess work)
6. My cab was light enough that I could flip it upside down for better access to the rusted out area.
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7. Outter skin removed. I’ll clean the rusted area up before the new panel is welded in.
8. Place the same template on the new panel and trace it out.
9. What it looks like after it has been cut out.