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08-28-2004 #1
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It looks like I am going with 20 gauge as that is what the race shop has for me right now.
What I did was dig all the filler out.
I made a cardboard template of a panel that covers everything.
We are making one out of steel and I will upload the pics as I go.Chris McDonald
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08-28-2004 #2
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Smoothed firewall
When you guys smoothed your firewalls did you remove the original firewall first, or just put new metal over the existing firewall and plug weld from behind to prevent rattles. It seems like it would be easier to remove the old firewall because you are trying to lay a smooth panel over a panel that is not smooth.
09-01-2004 #3
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Smoothing Firewall
I just finished mine. I did cut out the heater section so the panel would lay flat. I wanted to keep the seam, but it took alot of welding to fill it. Even though I took my time there was still some distortion from the heat. I've worked the panel with a hammer & dolly and a shrinking disk and it's almost flat now.
J .Clear
68 Firebird Conv.
09-01-2004 #4
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I am very happy with this so far. I want to thank all of you guys for pushing, challenging, and setting the bar higher with each new project. It helps me aim for more excellent work. I never strive for perfection, but I do strive to do it right and make it last.
I don't have a pic yet with the first filler, but it is MINIMAL and only around the edges. This is going to be great.
Notice I also filled the cage nut windows.
After this Hurricane passes, I can make some more progress.
Chris McDonald
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