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73-87 Chevy _ GMC Trucks => Body, Glass & Paint => Topic started by: j_marshall23 on April 10, 2008, 09:57:17 pm

Title: 1977 K20 cab repair
Post by: j_marshall23 on April 10, 2008, 09:57:17 pm

Well here goes nothing.  This will be my first attempt to do body work. 
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I am a good welder but I've never welded on a truck before.  I will be replacing the floor pans, cab supports, inner and outer rocker panels, and the left cab corner.  Hopefully all goes well.  any tips?

Title: Re: 1977 K20 cab repair
Post by: hotrod24 on April 10, 2008, 10:23:59 pm

i am going to do the same thing to my truck good luck

Title: Re: 1977 K20 cab repair
Post by: frogman68 on April 10, 2008, 10:25:41 pm

Well since your a good welder your already halfway there

Go slow and any doubts ask

My first attempt turned into a disaster so I had to find a new cab

Title: Re: 1977 K20 cab repair
Post by: Captkaos on April 10, 2008, 10:40:47 pm

measure twice, cut once.  Serveral guys have done this here, so if you need help, just holler.

Title: Re: 1977 K20 cab repair
Post by: JJSZABO on April 11, 2008, 08:01:44 am

Looks like you have to replace your kick panels also.  Good luck and ask if you need help.