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rockyrivermark · 01-22-2017, 11:21 PM

1970 c10
I'm replacing the lower door skin. I already cut and got the panel. I'm welding the seam where the body molding will be.
Question is what is the best way to fold over the edge that goes on the inside of the door.
Hammer and dolly or is there a better way?
Thanks mark

MARTINSR · 01-23-2017, 12:47 AM

Well, there are two ways to do this if you aren't going to butt weld it. If you are going to use a stepping tool or a backing plate, I suggest you do this under where the moulding goes so it will be hidden by the moulding. There is a very good chance there will be a "ghost line" there after it's painted.

You can step it with pliers like these that I have.

With the piece clamped to the door it would look like this.

If you do this, be sure to seam seal it on the inside to protect it from water.

Here is a nice little article on using a "butt welding with backing." http://www.autobodystore.com/door_rust.shtml

Brian

rockyrivermark · 01-23-2017, 08:40 AM

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Originally Posted by MARTINSR

Well, there are two ways to do this if you aren't going to butt weld it. If you are going to use a stepping tool or a backing plate, I suggest you do this under where the moulding goes so it will be hidden by the moulding. There is a very good chance there will be a "ghost line" there after it's painted.

You can step it with pliers like these that I have.

With the piece clamped to the door it would look like this.

If you do this, be sure to seam seal it on the inside to protect it from water.

Here is a nice little article on using a "butt welding with backing." http://www.autobodystore.com/door_rust.shtml

Brian

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rockyrivermark · 01-23-2017, 09:18 AM

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Thanks. The part I am referring to is the part that folds on the inside of the door.
Thanks.
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**LockDoc** · 01-23-2017, 11:44 AM

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I think he is wondering about rolling over the sides and bottom.

LockDoc

MARTINSR · 01-23-2017, 01:08 PM

Photos are nice

Are you talking about "hemming" the edge?

Brian

01-22-2017, 11:21 PM	#1
rockyrivermark Registered User Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Fairview Park, Ohio Posts: 1,031	Door skin patch panel question 1970 c10 I'm replacing the lower door skin. I already cut and got the panel. I'm welding the seam where the body molding will be. Question is what is the best way to fold over the edge that goes on the inside of the door. Hammer and dolly or is there a better way? Thanks mark

01-23-2017, 12:47 AM	#2
MARTINSR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 6,001	Re: Door skin patch panel question Well, there are two ways to do this if you aren't going to butt weld it. If you are going to use a stepping tool or a backing plate, I suggest you do this under where the moulding goes so it will be hidden by the moulding. There is a very good chance there will be a "ghost line" there after it's painted. You can step it with pliers like these that I have. With the piece clamped to the door it would look like this. If you do this, be sure to seam seal it on the inside to protect it from water. Here is a nice little article on using a "butt welding with backing." http://www.autobodystore.com/door_rust.shtml Brian __________________ 1948 Chevy pickup Chopped, Sectioned, 1953 Corvette 235 powered. Once was even 401 Buick mid engined with the carburetor right between the seats! Bought with paper route money in 1973 when I was 15. "Fan of most anything that moves human beings"

01-23-2017, 11:44 AM	#5
LockDoc The Older Generation Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Montezuma, Iowa Posts: 25,332	Re: Door skin patch panel question - I think he is wondering about rolling over the sides and bottom. LockDoc __________________ Leon Locksmith, Specializing In Antique Trucks, Automobiles, & Motorcycles (My Dually Pickup Project Thread) http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...d.php?t=829820 -

01-23-2017, 01:08 PM	#6
MARTINSR Registered User Join Date: Dec 2000 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 6,001	Re: Door skin patch panel question Photos are nice Are you talking about "hemming" the edge? Brian __________________ 1948 Chevy pickup Chopped, Sectioned, 1953 Corvette 235 powered. Once was even 401 Buick mid engined with the carburetor right between the seats! Bought with paper route money in 1973 when I was 15. "Fan of most anything that moves human beings"



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