Editing Body and exterior tips
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==Body filler== | ==Body filler== | ||
− | + | *For body lines and peaks on hoods or doors, use a contour gauge to make a custom plastic filler spreader: | |
+ | #Place the contour gauge on an undamaged area to get the contour. | ||
+ | #Trace the contour onto a plastic body filler spreader. | ||
+ | #Trim out the shape on the spreader. | ||
+ | *Cut filler spreaders to the desired size. | ||
+ | *To clean body filler spreaders, use 1/4 of a 3M scuff pad with lacquer thinner on it. A metal quart can with a lid makes a safe way to store the scuff pad along with some lacquer thinner. | ||
+ | *For reproducing small parts such as gaskets, use plastic body filler to make a mold: | ||
+ | #If the part doesn't already exist, a replica has to be made in its shape (for example, carve it out of soft plastic). | ||
+ | #Apply some wax to the part (this will act as a mold release), and lay it down on a piece of wax paper. | ||
+ | #Mix up some body filler, and place it in a small cup or bowl (the cap on a plastic jug may work). | ||
+ | #While the filler is still wet, place it over the part. | ||
+ | #When the filler hardens, it can be removed and used as a mold. | ||
+ | *When applying body filler upside down, apply the filler to a sheet of thin plastic (such as the side of a milk jug) and press it into place. When the filler hardens, peel the plastic away. | ||
+ | *use an aluminum ruler to find high and low spots such as doors..hood to fender..or trunk lid to fender ect.. | ||
+ | &if using filler with hatonite you can sand filler while still tacky this will shread the filler smooth easily with hardly any pressure,when finished follow up with a poyester glase or add filler thinner to your finale coat of filler. | ||
==Cleanliness== | ==Cleanliness== | ||
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*Use proper techniques for removing old or rusted bolts. See [[Removing rusted and broken fasteners]]. | *Use proper techniques for removing old or rusted bolts. See [[Removing rusted and broken fasteners]]. | ||
*To protect painted bolts, place a sandwich bag over the bolt head before pushing on the socket. | *To protect painted bolts, place a sandwich bag over the bolt head before pushing on the socket. | ||
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*When aligning a body part that will require a lot of loosening and tightening, use mock-up bolts with plastic washers. When the panel fit is perfect, go back and change out the bolts one by one. | *When aligning a body part that will require a lot of loosening and tightening, use mock-up bolts with plastic washers. When the panel fit is perfect, go back and change out the bolts one by one. | ||
*When disassembling parts or vehicles, be organized. Plastic bags, tape, and a magic marker are essential. | *When disassembling parts or vehicles, be organized. Plastic bags, tape, and a magic marker are essential. | ||
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*Make paper templates for easy cutting and drilling. For more information and photos, see Brian Martin's article posted on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/tip-day-13-a-71092.html Templates for accurate cutting and drilling]. | *Make paper templates for easy cutting and drilling. For more information and photos, see Brian Martin's article posted on the Hotrodders Bulletin Board: [http://www.hotrodders.com/forum/tip-day-13-a-71092.html Templates for accurate cutting and drilling]. | ||
*Before installing weld-on parts (core supports, quarter panels, rear panels, etc.), scuff the inside areas. It's easier to do this before parts are installed. | *Before installing weld-on parts (core supports, quarter panels, rear panels, etc.), scuff the inside areas. It's easier to do this before parts are installed. | ||
− | *For doing small | + | *For doing small touchups without ending up with a huge repair area from sanding, cut sanding discs down to size. |
*To remove creases and dents from plastic bumpers, heat them with a heat gun, and work the area while it's hot. A wallpaper seam roller can be used to work dents out from the back side of the bumper, and a window screen bead installer can be used to push creases down from the front. Flex filler can be used for finishing. | *To remove creases and dents from plastic bumpers, heat them with a heat gun, and work the area while it's hot. A wallpaper seam roller can be used to work dents out from the back side of the bumper, and a window screen bead installer can be used to push creases down from the front. Flex filler can be used for finishing. | ||
*When chemical stripping parts with heavy buildup: | *When chemical stripping parts with heavy buildup: | ||
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*Oil filter shells can be used for making recessed tail lights. They come in many different sizes, and the larger ones for commercial trucks may be especially useful. | *Oil filter shells can be used for making recessed tail lights. They come in many different sizes, and the larger ones for commercial trucks may be especially useful. | ||
*To make a custom body grommet, use a section of vacuum hose that's been split down the middle with a razor or similar tool. A photo of this can be seen here: [http://hotrodders.com/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/17678/size/big/cat/500/page/ Hotrodders Photo Gallery]. | *To make a custom body grommet, use a section of vacuum hose that's been split down the middle with a razor or similar tool. A photo of this can be seen here: [http://hotrodders.com/gallery/showphoto.php/photo/17678/size/big/cat/500/page/ Hotrodders Photo Gallery]. | ||
− | *To pull weld studs easier than the pullers can that come with the cheap weld stud guns, weld a pair of | + | *To pull weld studs easier than the pullers can that come with the cheap weld stud guns, weld a pair of vicegrips to a regular dent puller. They can be tack welded to a screw-on accessory and used as a new attachment. |
==Questionable or disputed tips== | ==Questionable or disputed tips== | ||
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[[Category:Body and exterior]] | [[Category:Body and exterior]] | ||
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