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JWPOORE · 05-05-2009, 11:32 PM

1970 Chevy Blazer

I am going to have to have a body shop do this for me because I am on disablility right now and limited to what I can do. I know I will need the outer rocker panel, but what else would probably be needed to repair my passenger side? I would like to order some of the pieces now if possible.

On my drivers's side (no pics), the rocker panel is solid with no rust, the only thing that is rusted and missing some is the trim edge that the weatherstripping and door sill trim mount. Similiar to the bottom edge/door sill area in the pics of the passenger side, just not rusted in all the other areas. It's just along the sill and has rusted and broke off some. Is there anyway to repair just that part without replacing the entire rocker panel?

Thanks for any help or suggestions you can offer on this.

Sinister · 05-06-2009, 08:35 AM

You might need the inner rocker panel for the passenger side as well, hard to tell from the pics. If the rust isn't too bad on the driver side, it's possible to weld in some new metal for the weather strip, I did this on my truck

**Classic Heartbeat** · 05-06-2009, 11:24 AM

At the very least both rockers need replacing. If you try to patch them up, the rust will return quickly. $19.95 each is pretty cheap insurance. It looks like the back plates need replacing also, the pits are pretty deep and it's been my experience that once you clean that up, you will have holes. I can't see the kicks or what the floors look like next to them, but I would also be concerned about thos also. From what I can see in the pictures provided, 2 rockers and 2 back plates. WES

PanelDeland · 05-06-2009, 06:45 PM

Always be aware that there is usually more rust than you can see.It hides under the edges of the paint and anywhere else irt can get to.

JWPOORE · 05-06-2009, 07:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Classic Heartbeat

At the very least both rockers need replacing. If you try to patch them up, the rust will return quickly. $19.95 each is pretty cheap insurance. It looks like the back plates need replacing also, the pits are pretty deep and it's been my experience that once you clean that up, you will have holes. I can't see the kicks or what the floors look like next to them, but I would also be concerned about thos also. From what I can see in the pictures provided, 2 rockers and 2 back plates. WES

Thanks for everyones help. Wes, you say at least the rockers and back plates; is the back plates the ones on your site for $8.95 each? Also you have on your site this piece: 67-72 Outer Cab Floor Extension http://www.classicheartbeat.com/cata...uter%20ext.htm

Do I need this as well on my passenger side and skip the backing plate for that side? I appreciate your help on this.

**Classic Heartbeat** · 05-07-2009, 03:00 PM

If it were me, I would use a floor extention to repair what I see. If you do that you do not need the back plate. The floor extention is a far better piece to use, because the backing plates are universal and wont cover any floor rust. WES

ropewrench · 05-07-2009, 05:03 PM

While we are on the rust subject

What have you done to stop rust from coming back?

These rockers and doors are always rusting

I have a pair of doors I need to repair.

05-05-2009, 11:32 PM	#1
JWPOORE Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Central Valley, CA Posts: 198	Yet another rocker panel repair question and help needed... 1970 Chevy Blazer I am going to have to have a body shop do this for me because I am on disablility right now and limited to what I can do. I know I will need the outer rocker panel, but what else would probably be needed to repair my passenger side? I would like to order some of the pieces now if possible. On my drivers's side (no pics), the rocker panel is solid with no rust, the only thing that is rusted and missing some is the trim edge that the weatherstripping and door sill trim mount. Similiar to the bottom edge/door sill area in the pics of the passenger side, just not rusted in all the other areas. It's just along the sill and has rusted and broke off some. Is there anyway to repair just that part without replacing the entire rocker panel? Thanks for any help or suggestions you can offer on this. Attached Images

05-06-2009, 08:35 AM	#2
Sinister Between Trucks... Join Date: Mar 2002 Location: Los Angeles, CA. Posts: 3,830	Re: Yet another rocker panel repair question and help needed... You might need the inner rocker panel for the passenger side as well, hard to tell from the pics. If the rust isn't too bad on the driver side, it's possible to weld in some new metal for the weather strip, I did this on my truck __________________ Beat it to fit, Paint it to match...

05-06-2009, 11:24 AM	#3
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Yet another rocker panel repair question and help needed... At the very least both rockers need replacing. If you try to patch them up, the rust will return quickly. $19.95 each is pretty cheap insurance. It looks like the back plates need replacing also, the pits are pretty deep and it's been my experience that once you clean that up, you will have holes. I can't see the kicks or what the floors look like next to them, but I would also be concerned about thos also. From what I can see in the pictures provided, 2 rockers and 2 back plates. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

05-06-2009, 06:45 PM	#4
PanelDeland I am a Referee of life. Join Date: Jun 2000 Location: Greensboro N.C. Posts: 13,993	Re: Yet another rocker panel repair question and help needed... Always be aware that there is usually more rust than you can see.It hides under the edges of the paint and anywhere else irt can get to. __________________ The 47-present Chevrolet and GMC Truck Message Board Network,it's owners,moderators,members,and associates of any type should not be held responsible for my opinion. You can't fix stupid,not even with duct tape. "My appearance is due to the fact that "GOD" does punish you for having too much fun!" Barrett-Jackson has perfected alchemy,they make rust into gold! "You can lead a horse to water but you can't saddle a duck" "Cleverly disguised as a 'Responsible Adult' "Sometimes your Knight in shining armor is just a retard in tinfoil"

05-07-2009, 03:00 PM	#6
Classic Heartbeat Project Junkie! Fishing Poor!! Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Olympia,Wa. 98512 Posts: 10,770	Re: Yet another rocker panel repair question and help needed... If it were me, I would use a floor extention to repair what I see. If you do that you do not need the back plate. The floor extention is a far better piece to use, because the backing plates are universal and wont cover any floor rust. WES __________________ On-line catolog Classic Heartbeat Pickup Parts WEHEPP@comcast.net Call us Toll Free (888) 338-2502 Like Us on Facebook No appointment necessary. 72 BB Chevy Custom Deluxe / Custom Camper 67 I-6 (Soon to be 5.7 LS1) Panel 68 BB Chevy Short Bed 72 6.0 LQ9 Short Bed Chevy 4X4 Olympia's fastest growing truck parts supplier. Olympia's home for Wayward Chevys

05-07-2009, 05:03 PM	#7
ropewrench Registered User Join Date: May 2009 Location: Houston, Texas Posts: 6	Re: Yet another rocker panel repair question and help needed... While we are on the rust subject What have you done to stop rust from coming back? These rockers and doors are always rusting I have a pair of doors I need to repair.



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