Rust Repair Help... Minnesota style., I think I'm ready to throw in the towel. |
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Rust Repair Help... Minnesota style., I think I'm ready to throw in the towel. |
914orRust |
May 3 2007, 11:33 AM
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Newbie Group: Members Posts: 16 Joined: 20-August 05 From: St. Paul, MN Member No.: 4,623 |
Ok. About 2 years ago, I purchased a 74 teener. Since then I've had the engine rebuilt and replaced more parts than I dare list all the while knowing that there is some serious hell hole/rocker panel rust to address. The car isn't sagging yet but I know this is an issue that must be addressed.
To make matters worse... I live in Minnesota and I have no welding skills of my own. Thus far I've contacted a couple random body shops and I've received responses ranging from "no way I'm touching that" to "you need a top off restoration". I know I can't afford a top off restoration. So, my question to the list is... do I throw in the towel and sell to someone that has welding experience? Is there a solution that does not require a full restoration? Is that option available in Minnesota? Thank you in advance for any wisdom you may have with this issue. ~Marc |
rick 918-S |
May 3 2007, 02:35 PM
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Hey nice rack! -Celette Group: Members Posts: 20,504 Joined: 30-December 02 From: Now in Superior WI Member No.: 43 Region Association: Northstar Region |
You need to stop over to Chappy's house and check out all the welding he did with his small home/shop welder. You can do it. And if you can't figure out how to get started there are some local guy's in the metro than can give you a few pointers.
I'd volenteer but I have a full dance card until late summer/fall. Attached image(s) |
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