Any unique body repairs as a result of killer body rust
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Any unique body repairs as a result of killer body rust
So my 91 is starting to rust out behind the rear wheels, and for that matter infront of the rear wheels as well. I was wondering if anyone has done some cool body modifications to stop the effects of rust....
Any new body panels added...or just the fibreglass and bondo fixes?
Pics, and or links would help.
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Any new body panels added...or just the fibreglass and bondo fixes?
Pics, and or links would help.
Cheers
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Here is a link I have found for stuff that I will need i the near future
http://toyotafiberglass.com/4runner.htm
They have the metal inserts for the fenders and fiberglass endgates. They are in BC so the costs are reasonable
Matt
http://toyotafiberglass.com/4runner.htm
They have the metal inserts for the fenders and fiberglass endgates. They are in BC so the costs are reasonable
Matt
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I'd like to see some ridiculous stuff....i've seen alot of p/u's with cool body work, different beds and such, but I haven't seen any 4runners with crazy stuff done. I'm drooling at those half doors....i dunno about getting fiberglass, that would make me fell less safe compared to metal.
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The driver's side door was notorious for rotting out in my last vehicle. Apperently the guy installing the window gasket was methed-out or something. Ever single one I saw on the road was rotting, but it was a Dodge too. I ground the door until I had nothing but good metal, resulting in the majority of the door bottom removed. After replacing the window gasket, I used foam in the can to make a mess, then carved the door shape out of it. Bondo-ed it, Glassed, primed and painted. Never had a problem in the three years after I did the work.
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check this out..... no way this can actually fit.....is there
http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/I...33407910506745
http://www.jcwhitney.com/autoparts/I...33407910506745
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Mono Foam (What its called at the home depot here in Canada) Or Expandable spray foam insulation, Filled my rockers, rear quarters, found a nice hole in the rear quarter under the bumper (when I removed it) Filled that area too,
You can shape this stuff when it dries, than glass over it. Ive found it helps keep the moisture out and stops the rust.
You can shape this stuff when it dries, than glass over it. Ive found it helps keep the moisture out and stops the rust.
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I imagine my flatbed will look damn silly once its done. I'll post a pic of it when its finished.
the last flatbed I built was on a 74 chevy PU, out of 2x4s and plywood
held together with drywal screws.
I didnt intend for it to be facy or last very long but it outlasted the truck, and I hauled everything from bricks to slag on that flimsy thing.
I plan on making this next one a little bit neater.
the last flatbed I built was on a 74 chevy PU, out of 2x4s and plywood
held together with drywal screws.
I didnt intend for it to be facy or last very long but it outlasted the truck, and I hauled everything from bricks to slag on that flimsy thing.
I plan on making this next one a little bit neater.
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4 Hummer, ill try to post a pic of how crapped out my rear rockers are....
one idea i had was trying to remove the rear bumper parts that return back along side the body and try to achieve a shape similar to the tacoma.....then do an after market flat rear bumers
one idea i had was trying to remove the rear bumper parts that return back along side the body and try to achieve a shape similar to the tacoma.....then do an after market flat rear bumers
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Originally Posted by FilthyRich
what about cut out the fenders and/ or add Buchwacker style flares
What color is yr 99...I am sure I have seen it around Richmond.
David
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im thinking that the cut out panels wont hide all my rust problems....and the bushwaker fender flares will just cover it up till it rots the entire side of the truck
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4 Hummer, ill try to post a pic of how crapped out my rear rockers are....
one idea i had was trying to remove the rear bumper parts that return back along side the body and try to achieve a shape similar to the tacoma.....then do an after market flat rear bumers
one idea i had was trying to remove the rear bumper parts that return back along side the body and try to achieve a shape similar to the tacoma.....then do an after market flat rear bumers
yeah post some pics that will give us a better idea.
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