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Forum: Basic questions and answers 07-18-2023, 12:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,360
Posted By David Ward
What is / was this tool?

The nose has been modified, and it has lots of hammer marks where the tool was used beyond its intent. It was given to me as a slapper, but I don’t believe that’s what it’s for. It’s about 2’ long,...
Forum: General Discussion 05-07-2023, 09:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,723
Posted By David Ward
That panel is a “turtle filler”, per my old...

That panel is a “turtle filler”, per my old friend Dob. I’ve always called it a trunk filler though.
Forum: Introductions 11-09-2022, 06:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 738
Posted By David Ward
Bienvenue, Nicolas!

Bienvenue, Nicolas!
Forum: Automotive Projects 11-02-2022, 07:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,995
Posted By David Ward
It’s extremely hard for anyone to know the best...

It’s extremely hard for anyone to know the best approach to repair this lid without seeing it first hand. With the skin off the frame, your oil canning could be better / worse than attached to the...
Forum: Introductions 10-09-2022, 10:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,427
Posted By David Ward
Bonjour Nathanaël, Et bienvenue!

Bonjour Nathanaël,
Et bienvenue!
Forum: Introductions 09-04-2022, 10:32 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 716
Posted By David Ward
Welcome Gus!

Welcome Gus!
Forum: Introductions 08-18-2022, 06:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,218
Posted By David Ward
Welcome John, This a great place to learn, you...

Welcome John,
This a great place to learn, you just ask,
Dave
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 07-16-2022, 05:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,776
Posted By David Ward
Thanks Drivejunk, Good idea, too. The center...

Thanks Drivejunk,
Good idea, too. The center section is 24” long, so your idea would work well. Put two together and fit it up. I’m sure that would happen anyway to see where I was in relation to...
Forum: General Discussion 07-16-2022, 11:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,681
Posted By David Ward
I use citric acid, vinegar, and have used...

I use citric acid, vinegar, and have used molasses. Citric acid is by far the easiest, fastest, and cheapest, to deal with. I let it go in the grass when I’m done. The only thing is to be sure to...
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 07-15-2022, 06:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,776
Posted By David Ward
Thanks Robert and Kent, The square corners are...

Thanks Robert and Kent,
The square corners are what I’ve been trying to reconcile, mostly. This is good food for thought.
I “could” tack everything on, then weld and planish the verticals, then...
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 07-15-2022, 10:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,776
Posted By David Ward
It sure would! That makes a lot of sense. Im...

It sure would! That makes a lot of sense.
Im just trying to walk through the process in my head before welding starts.
Thanks for the advice.
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 07-14-2022, 09:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,776
Posted By David Ward
8 feet of low crown welding help

Hi all,
I’m replacing the lower half of a 1960 Cadillac qtr panel and need advice on the steps involved. First off, the lower part is made in three sections, front qtr, wheel well, and rear qtr. all...
Forum: Welding Sheet Metal 03-07-2020, 09:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 26,523
Posted By David Ward
I have a torch and a mig. I enjoy the torch much...

I have a torch and a mig. I enjoy the torch much more, but am better with a mig welder. Use what you’re comfortable with, I say. I watch my son TIG and see how little he grinds, if at all. Time is...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 02-15-2019, 09:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,758
Posted By David Ward
You’re right. It is yellow. I failed to mention...

You’re right. It is yellow. I failed to mention that.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 02-14-2019, 04:03 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,758
Posted By David Ward
I just recently plumbed my shop with new lines of...

I just recently plumbed my shop with new lines of black pipe, and about 30 joints. A pipe fitter friend from a natural gas plant gave me a tip to use regular Teflon tape, then go over it with pipe...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 02-01-2019, 08:22 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,900
Posted By David Ward
I’m buying one of Kent’s lenses soon, just wish I...

I’m buying one of Kent’s lenses soon, just wish I could get it in a prescription!
Dave:cool:
Forum: Basic questions and answers 01-30-2019, 09:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,623
Posted By David Ward
I would agree with ozcad, working on the little...

I would agree with ozcad, working on the little areas first can pay dividends in getting the entire panel back to shape. Reworking an old repair is frustrating, and I’m facing the same thing on my...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 10-05-2018, 07:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,204
Posted By David Ward
Shows up fine, thanks.

Shows up fine, thanks.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 10-04-2018, 06:20 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,364
Posted By David Ward
Ditto, thanks Kent

Ditto, thanks Kent
Forum: Basic questions and answers 10-01-2018, 08:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,364
Posted By David Ward
It does Kent. When I began metal forming parts...

It does Kent.
When I began metal forming parts for my current project, after being away from bodywork for many years, I was buying 18 and 20 gauge drops at my local supplier. The drops work great...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 09-28-2018, 09:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,364
Posted By David Ward
I picked up the metal yesterday, anxious to get...

I picked up the metal yesterday, anxious to get started!
That’s a hell of a ride to Alaska in a newer truck, done it twice.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 09-28-2018, 08:18 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 103,879
Posted By David Ward
I know this thread is old, but as a sticky, prob...

I know this thread is old, but as a sticky, prob read quite a bit.
My take on using a gloved hand or paper towel is that, it’s good to try it both ways to get a feel for the panel. Sometimes the...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 09-21-2018, 08:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,364
Posted By David Ward
As luck would have it, I’m going to be within 30...

As luck would have it, I’m going to be within 30 miles of Arlo Steel, so I’m picking up the proper CRS AKDQ 19 gauge. It’ll be interesting to see how much easier this stuff forms than plain 18 gauge...
Forum: Basic questions and answers 09-01-2018, 03:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,364
Posted By David Ward
Thanks, I’ll have to check again with Arlo....

Thanks,
I’ll have to check again with Arlo. They quoted me $178 for pick up. But the salesman was confused from the start. Maybe he’s new.
Forum: Basic questions and answers 08-27-2018, 03:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 11,364
Posted By David Ward
Thanks for the help everyone. Finding this metal...

Thanks for the help everyone. Finding this metal is not easy, or reasonable, it seems. Online Metals in Dallas told me they carry it, then when I tried to order it, they said it’s not something they...
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