reinforcment for a shell?

[jackfrost]

i'm taking apart my t-top g-body down to the shell to get it media blasted. i'm removing the windshield and doors, and I was thinking i'd need to tackweld in some braces along the top of the door openings to keep it braced. is it necessary? or will I be alright?

[toxicz28]

You should be fine. If it was a convert, or you were doing some MAJOR sheet metal replacement, the I'd say yes. But if the whole body is intact, no bracing should be needed.