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  1. random hero

    random hero 1972 ford maverick I6

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    RabidCustoms sic minds demand sic toys

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    it would probably be cheaper and end up with better results by putting on a new roof skin.
     
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  3. random hero

    random hero 1972 ford maverick I6

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    where can i get one of those?
     
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    don graham MCG State Rep

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    junkyard or from a donor car. :)
     
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  5. random hero

    random hero 1972 ford maverick I6

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    not to many mavericks around here, this is the first one i have ever seen, in my entire life....and my neighbor(runs a car show) has never seen one in a car show around here
     
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    yeah, i seem to have the same problem. the first maverick i ever seen is the one i bought. its hard to find any j-yards around here with even 1980's cars, much less mavericks
     
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    BULHEAD was trying to sell a roof a little while back
     
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    Mavaholic Growing older but not up!

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    If the headliner is out, and the roof is not rusty, I dont see how replacing the roof could be cheaper that fixing the dents in yours. Considering all the bracing, cutting, and welding involved when replacing a roof. Since prices vary with area and shops, I would visit a few and get their opinions. While your there, look over their work.
     
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    71gold Frank Cooper Supporting Member

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    a '71 i had was like that..the owner had filled it with ...bondo...
    my body guy took the bondo out and dollied the dents out. it takes time so you will have to get someone that knows ...Dolly...:D
     
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  10. GrabA72Mav

    GrabA72Mav Living Our 2nd Childhood

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    How many dents like that do you have? That would help me decide weather to skin or "Dolly".
     
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  11. random hero

    random hero 1972 ford maverick I6

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    it covers almost the whole roof, it looks like some kids were playing on it, but the dents are no worse than the one i showed you, a lot of them a a lot better, but it's over the whole roof
     
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    RabidCustoms sic minds demand sic toys

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    well, there is another option if you dont like those,...... buy yourself a set of decent hammers and dollys and start beating on it yourself. (y)
     
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    The roof on my mav was a lot worse then your's . I used a slap file an dolly to repair mine . My roof was push down 2 1/2" in the center with 4 pressure crowns in each corners . An 4" oil can in middle . Just take your time an if needed find an old body to give you advice on repair

    GOOD LUCK JAY
     
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  14. Dan Starnes

    Dan Starnes Original owner

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    Radmav gives great advice.. do it yourself with hammer and dolly. Just work the metal gradually. Do NOT get in a hurry. If you have more money than time, pay to get it done, if the scenario is reverse, do it yourself and get some hammers and dollys from harbor freight. You will learn something and have some bragging rights. Hot rodding can be more rewarding when you learn and do the stuff yourself.
    Dan
     
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