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Expert: William Forster - 12/1/2007


Question
I am restoring a "56 Willys pickup. There is fairly extensive rust with some holes
on the door sill. Is fiberglass strong enough to fill this holes?

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Hello Jim! Jim, fiberglass has no place on a steel body part. I know it's tempting to just glass and mat it, but that isn't a good way to repair rust- ever. It doesn't last, and it's not strong enough. There are a ton of body parts available for Willeys jeeps, I firmly believe you should check and see if a suitable replacement part is available. If not, parts will need fabricated from steel. Have a  great evening. bill

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22 year veteran, 2 years of vocational training. A.S.E. certified Master collision repair/refinish technician. I-CAR certified. 17 yrs. GM experience. I can answer most questions related to automotive body repairs, ranging from small scratch repairs all the way up to the most extensive collision repairs. I can expertly advise people on what to expect from their body shop experience, right down to what self repairs should, and should not, be done. Lastly, I can advise tricks and tips for classic car restoration, such as lead repairs. SORRY, I DO NOT DO ONLINE ESTIMATES OR GIVE PARTS PRICES!! BE PREPARED FOR THE CORRECT ANSWER- NOT THE ONE YOU WANT TO HEAR. I won't B.S. you, or sugar coat answers. Just plain, hard facts.

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