Yes, I'm using it to make my own panels. Metals Supermarket just sells
metal; not patch panels.
When I was getting started (learning to weld, patch etc), I went to our
local Metals Supermarket and said I needed some metal for some body
work. The owner said that most body shops use 18-20 gauge. I could
either get a sheet of "regular" cold rolled steel, or an alloy that was
specifically used for auto body work that was better for forming and
holding its shape. It was more expensive, but I can't remember what I
paid for it (I'm still working from the original sheet). I think it may
have had some Aluminum in it. Next time I go, I'll ask what the metal
was called.
And a correction to my original post. The metal I'm using is 19 gauge.
I'm using .023 welding wire (MIG). I have also used patch panels from
Year One, but there were a few other spots that needed some relatively
easy repair where no patch panels exist. I may also use the sheet metal
for smoothing the firewall, and fabricating a new tunnel for the Tremec
5 speed. This is for my '66 Elky.
Tom Tomlinson
John Nasta wrote:
Are you fabricating your own panels from this special alloy? If they are
talking about pre-stamped panels then I can just about guarantee you that
it's the same "special alloy" that everyone else sells.
John Nasta
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Subject: Re: [Chevelle-list] sheet metal
When I went to Metals Supermarket to get sheet metal for my 66 Elky,
they told me most body sheet metal is 18 gauge. They also had a special
alloy (I can't remember the name of it) that is easier to form and holds
its shape better. That's what I'm using on mine. I haven't checked the
gauge precisely, but it seems correct.
Tom Tomlinson
