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    1. #1
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      Sep 2006
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      First gen tailpanel to quarter question

      Hi all,

      I need a little advice on how to install a replacement tailpanel on my ‘68 Firebird, specifically how to properly weld the tailpanel to the quarter. I’ve watched a few videos where it was welded from inside the trunk, but there are still gaps. It seems like most people are ok with that and just add seam sealer.



      I watched DSE’s build video on Tux (awesome video by the way). They welded the outside seam but somehow managed to maintain the look of the seam between the tailpanel and quarter. How did they go from this first image to the retaining the visible seam in the third image?

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      Thanks!

      -Josh


    2. #2
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      They did some awesome weld grinding.

      Factory spot welded it it from the inside, no outside welding. Work your panels to close the gap before plug welding.

      Don
      1969 Camaro - LSA 6L90E AME sub/IRS
      1957 Buick Estate Wagon
      1959 El Camino - Ironworks frame
      1956 Cameo - full C5 suspension/drivetrain
      1959 Apache Fleetside

    3. #3
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      Sep 2006
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      Quote Originally Posted by dhutton View Post
      They did some awesome weld grinding.

      Factory spot welded it it from the inside, no outside welding. Work your panels to close the gap before plug welding.

      Don
      Thanks, Don. That is very helpful. I’ll give it a shot...and have a good body shop on standby to fix what whatever mess I inevitably make!

      -Josh

    4. #4
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      Quote Originally Posted by slyck68 View Post
      Thanks, Don. That is very helpful. I’ll give it a shot...and have a good body shop on standby to fix what whatever mess I inevitably make!

      -Josh
      Looks like silicon bronze tig welds.
      Maybe?





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