"I think" there is a difference in using it on body seams that are hidden behind trim, windows, etc.....and using it on an open panel in the middle of a car. The two times I have used it for the latter...it either cracked or shrunk...and it was visible.
Plus it is used on panels that are only subjected to normal road vibrations. Slamming a trunk shut would be excessive in comparison. Thats why I wouldn't use it. Again, this is just my opinion.
all good...I have used it and had no problems with...just my opinion. you don't apply it like bondo... "it either cracked or shrunk...and it was visible." sounds like you used it for the wrong app.
Thanks Mavaholic, opinions are always welcome as long as they are positive! I'd like to see some pictures of your progress on the spoiler. Are you making yours also because real Grabber ones are too much ca$h? Unlimited Products have fiberglass ones for $150.00. I just wanted to see if it could be done. I think it's cool that you are also trying to fabricate them. I was thinking of tack welding the center section to the trunk by way of drilling a hole only through the sheet metal and have it fused to the trunk. That way there would be no holes in the trunk itself. Then grind tack welds smooth. I had a dream the other night thinking of how not to make hammer marks in the sheet metal. I've seen them use a leather bag filled w/sand to get a rough shape started. So I thought what could I use, so folded a towel in fourths and hammered over the towel. Surprisingly there were no hammer marks. I'm probably not the first to do this, but just wanted to share it with you. Or you know about it already. I'm no expert @ sheet metal but I'm learning as I go. I've just retired 3 months ago from 36 yr Post Office and now have time for projects!
I have at least 3 spoiler sets so using a factory one wasn't the issue. For me it was wanting to make it a little bit taller and getting rid of those lines between the quarter panel and extensions, and the trunk and spoiler. I didn't want the spoiler to look like a bolt on option. I dont have any picture and the car is buried in the back of a big garage. I cant even see the car because of all the stuff piled in front of it. Once I get my house done I will get my garage in order and get back to work on it.
[QUworrie="71gold, post: 1046819, member: 165"]this is what I used for my cowl delete...[/QUOTE] No worries, I fully understand. My car has stuff all over it also. Looks like a shelf for tools etc. I think your idea will look unique and stand-out from the common Grabber cars. If my spoiler turns out to be a complete failure, I might have to settle on a fiberglass one. When you finish your Comet, I'd like to see a post of it.
Any horizontal surface eventually becomes a work bench or storage shelf in my garage. I'm following your thread and keeping up on your progress. Its looking great so far. You can see my Comet here: http://mmb.maverick.to/threads/my-comet-gt-build.36382/
="Mavaholic, post: 1046879, member: 38"]Any horizontal surface eventually becomes a work bench or storage shelf in my garage. I'm following your thread and keeping up on your progress. Its looking great so far. You can see my Comet here: http://mmb.maverick.to/threads/my-comet-gt-build.36382/[/QUOTE] Wow! I'm very impressed with your skills and your restoration of the Comet! Read alot of your threads and you have helped out so many. I'm surprised that you even follow my amateur sheet metal project with the amazing talents you have!
OTE="71gold, post: 1046887, member: 165"]I got it at a paint supplies store.[/QUOTE] Thanks 71gold, I'll get some.
So you used it on the cowl delete...but where exactly on the cowl? I am curious because I would love to see this product work. I don't weld.....but I can glue.
