72 camaro header panel

rustover · #1 10-11-2009, 12:47 AM

Kevin, hows it going? Here is a pic of my header panel for a 72 camaro. This is an nos piece that the factory did a poor job lining up the two pieces of metal from the headlights and park lights.

I separated them so I could re-spot weld it.

I was thinking about welding the gap solid for a more clean look. The one thing that concerns me is that its such a tight small space to work in. how would this kit work to grind down the welds?

http://www.eastwood.com/8pc-dual-cut...nch-shank.html

Also what about fillers/sanding in such a small area? I was thinking about maybe a small dowel wrapped in sand paper. Seems like it would be a tough area to work.

I think the factory just used a swipe of seam sealer in the joint. Maybe that is what I should do. What do you think? Thanks, Russ

Kevin Tetz · #2 10-24-2009, 09:58 PM

Sorry to take so long in responding..... yes that set is similar to what I use for that type of crevace. Becareful of the non-welded steet metal though.. it's very thin! I also use a angle grinder for easy to reach areas, and a combination of burrs and grinders for inset areas like yours. I agree, the clean look will the better than the factory seam.

Hope this helps!

KT.

rustover · #3 11-01-2009, 08:26 PM

Thanks Kevin, I will let you know how it turns out.

rustover · #4 11-05-2009, 01:22 PM

Kevin, One more question. After I weld it solid, would you recommend laying a coat of fiberglass filler first like on the video? I plan to use evercoat rage gold as my filler of choice. As far as fiberglass filler I have looked at evercoats, everglass. What do you suggest?

http://www.eastwood.com/evercoat-eve...er-gallon.html

Thanks, Russ

Kevin Tetz · #5 11-09-2009, 11:55 AM

Russ, it's never a bad idea to give your filler and primer a solid foundation. IF it was my Camaro, I'd just do it from habit, since it's a tried formula that works for me. The 'glass just gives a more solid foundation for the other fillers and eliminates back bleeding for the most part. Keep in mind that I use the "short strand" just because it's easier to work.

I saw alot of 70, 71, and 72 Camaros at SEMA.... I think that's my favorite style of Camaro.... good luck on your project! Let me know if I can help.

KT.

rustover · #6 11-09-2009, 09:46 PM

Thanks Kevin. I'm sure I will have plenty more questions as I get deeper in body work. I will keep you posted.