the new shell...

Cam Custom Title Time!

1,535 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 11 Oct 2004, 7:46 pm

#244671

Hi everyone,

Thought you might like to see the shell I picked up to replace the rotted out one I had.

It's a '65 and has been painted more times than I could believe. But still... It's straight as a dye and has one tiny rust spot at the base of where the drivers side guard bolts on.

I decided that a bare metal respray is the only way to go so took to a couple of panels with the paint stripper this evening.

Cheers,
Cam

type_one Custom Title Time!

1,161 posts · joined Sep 2002 · 12 Oct 2004, 10:02 pm

#245214

Looks good. Quick question though. Does the cling wrap over the paint stripper really help? If so i will give it a go next time. Heard it keeps the fumes in etc and fastens the process.

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Cam Custom Title Time!

1,535 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 12 Oct 2004, 10:10 pm

#245223

I've found it actually stops the paint stripper from evaporating and helps the paint come off in larger strips as opposed to small flakes. Which is a problem particularly when doing the stripping outdoors in 30 degree heat.

dragbug Wolfsburg Wizard

609 posts · joined Sep 2004 · 12 Oct 2004, 10:16 pm

#245225

Hey fellow dubber,
Just thought id mention that i fabricate rolling body and floor pan jigs/frames.
Beats sitting em on drums or jackstands.
U2U me if your interested and i will send pics and prices.
Yes they make life bloody easy and are not stupidly priced.
Also no worries with shipping it to you.🙂

Cam Custom Title Time!

1,535 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 14 Oct 2004, 9:49 pm

#246299

U2U sent, dude. 😀

BenettonVW Administrator AVD Forum Founder

3,125 posts · joined Aug 2002 · 15 Oct 2004, 8:57 pm

#246697

Thats what I am making for the bus too Cam, the jig...

Off and running mate!

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