Ram Body work
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Legend
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I have metallic blue, metallic black, tan.....but no yellow. Tan would match! And I have a red barn style storage building and an RV that I could move into after doing that........
... I think it would look awesome
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also rust causes bubbling... I have a degree in Collision repair technology and its become clear to me that the majority of shops use some form of body filler AKA bondo. If the procedures are done correctly the filler and primer will not stay in the weather for long. Any questions I can answer I will. 
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Rust is not an issue on this project. Very dry here and no salt on roads. Minimal filler. one dent and of course on welded seams from installing new panels. Biggest problem has been extreme swings in humidity and west texas winds....and being the first paint and body experiment.... It has really been a learning experience - and I have come to learn that I really hate sanding.....especially in 90+ degree weather.
Welcome to DF! Feel free to post if you see something I could do better. I have SEVERAL project vehicles line up after this one (and wife says I am ALWAYS looking to pick up more.....don't know why she thinks that. It's not like I bought the 49 Kaiser,the 52 chevy truck, or the 65 mustang....yet.....)
Welcome to DF! Feel free to post if you see something I could do better. I have SEVERAL project vehicles line up after this one (and wife says I am ALWAYS looking to pick up more.....don't know why she thinks that. It's not like I bought the 49 Kaiser,the 52 chevy truck, or the 65 mustang....yet.....)
Last edited by gdstock; Jun 14, 2012 at 12:36 AM.
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GREAT JOB try using a primer sealer on yur next one although remember primer is not a rust inhibiter as he said above the faster u put paint on it the better ull b.I salute u on the job done right. You dont want to fill a dent any deeper than 1/8 to 3/16 deep. also, on the doors you might want to get doors from a salvage yard filler on the door are sure to crack due to closing the doors slamming if u will. depending on just how bad the repair is. same goes on the tail gate... Have a great day .......
KEEP ON RAMMIN
KEEP ON RAMMIN
