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sheet metal for tub repair
Topic Started: Sep 5 2011, 10:10 AM (718 Views)
63owner
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I'm having a hard time finding 18 gauge sheet metal locally for the parts of my tub that require it. I need if for small patches and I'd rather use new since it would have straight factory edges to work from. Lowes, Home Depot and Rural King sell small sheets of 16 ga. but not 18. I found a place online that sells small quantities but I don't know if I need hot rolled or cold rolled. I don't know the difference. Anyone know which is standard for body panels?
Thanks
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Western Kentucky
63 Cj3b, F-134, original top
64 DJ3a parts vehicle
1948 CJ2A
Late 1940s Spen Model S trailer
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yjcanibul
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this post might help, see oldtimes break down of guage # locations

http://z4.invisionfree.com/CJ3B_Bulletin_B...?showtopic=2266
57 3B : big speedo / Hurricane / YF 938 SD / IAY-4012 / T90 / D18 / 5.375 final drive / open diffs / Firestone 6ply Military NDCC / 12v Delco SI alt / Kayline Top / venting windshield / tub patched / "still fixing leaks one at a time"

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63owner
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Thanks. I found that during a search but the wheelhouses look to be 18 gauge and that's where I'm patching. I've got several spots where a 3 X 3 or so patch is needed.
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63 Cj3b, F-134, original top
64 DJ3a parts vehicle
1948 CJ2A
Late 1940s Spen Model S trailer
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Not sure where your at but I bought a 36x36 piece of 18ga metal for a reasonable price from these guys

http://www.metalsupermarkets.com/msc-storefinder.aspx?map=US
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Thanks Jeeper. There's not one in my town but there is in Louisville, about two hours away, where I still have family. Looks like it may be time for a visit.
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Western Kentucky
63 Cj3b, F-134, original top
64 DJ3a parts vehicle
1948 CJ2A
Late 1940s Spen Model S trailer
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