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I have never done metal work or body work on cars before, so I would like some input and advice on doing it myself
My '73 has minor dings and dents but nothing too bad except for the "chin" area up front.
1. Would I be better off having someone do my body work for me, or is it something I can attempt, as a first timer, and expect fairly good results? I realize this is a very general question, but maybe someone can give some advice.
2. For the "chin" area, the lower pan directly under ths battery area and the radiator - does this panel come off? Can it be easily removed and swapped for a new one? I am afraid mine is probably damaged beyond repair.
3. Is leading difficult to do? I have seen a primer on it at the Classic Car Restoration site, and it doesn't look too difficult or too cost prohibitive. Has anyone done this before? Is it too difficult for a first timer? It actually looks like fun.
4. My GT has a fiber glass rear end with flared fenders. I have noticed cracking in the fiber glass at some points, and lines appearing where the fiber glass meets the metal, but no rusting. Any advice on how to smooth out these cracks and age lines?
Thanks ahead of time for any advice!!
My '73 has minor dings and dents but nothing too bad except for the "chin" area up front.
1. Would I be better off having someone do my body work for me, or is it something I can attempt, as a first timer, and expect fairly good results? I realize this is a very general question, but maybe someone can give some advice.
2. For the "chin" area, the lower pan directly under ths battery area and the radiator - does this panel come off? Can it be easily removed and swapped for a new one? I am afraid mine is probably damaged beyond repair.
3. Is leading difficult to do? I have seen a primer on it at the Classic Car Restoration site, and it doesn't look too difficult or too cost prohibitive. Has anyone done this before? Is it too difficult for a first timer? It actually looks like fun.
4. My GT has a fiber glass rear end with flared fenders. I have noticed cracking in the fiber glass at some points, and lines appearing where the fiber glass meets the metal, but no rusting. Any advice on how to smooth out these cracks and age lines?
Thanks ahead of time for any advice!!