Quarterpanels

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  1. long project

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    I'm going to be replacing my Quarter panels sometime ,and was wondering if I need to put all the weight on the back end before I start tacking it on ? I read that Yearone does this for all repairs to prevent sagging . Any input?
     
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    Not really sure what you mean by this. With a unibody car it is unlikely that you'll encounter any sagging by just removing a quarter. If you were going to cut the roof off then I'd say you need to do some bracing but for a quarter repair I don't think you'll have anything to worry about. Honestly I'd be more concerned about the cheap Chinese steel and poor fit of some of the replacement panels out there. In any case, good luck with your repair and keep us updated. Don't forget the pics, we love pics!
     
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    Who makes the best replacement panel? I am going to need one for the sprint.
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    I think it is the same company that makes the worst!!

    (I believe only ONE company actually makes them....everybody else sells them)

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    That is not good! ok second thought, Who here can make a bottom passenger side quarter for and how much? Craig what are the chances of finding a NOS Quarter? Do you or perhaps Chuck have any?
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    Craig Selvey Indiana State Rep - MCCI

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    I have one...but I am using it for a project I am working on.

    They can be found. You just have to be patient or rich. :D You see them from time to time on ebay....or at swap meets. If the quarter is not TOOO bad....you can have it patched if you can find somebody good enough to do it.
     

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