You guys have real good information. I googled jogglers, and see that
some come with the ability to produce 6mm holes for spot/MIG welding
panels. Now to find out where to get one...
Fred - So.SF
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
[mailto:owner-datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net] On Behalf Of
RacerY@comcast.net
Sent: Saturday, August 12, 2006 9:42 PM
To: fairladyracing@comcast.net; Brian Reynolds;
datsun-roadsters@autox.team.net
Subject: Re: transporting a rear clip - part two
ooo, Dan's right- don't just overlap.
But you CAN use what the British call a 'joggler'-
(I think we call it a flanging tool)
It creates an 18-ga 'step' about 3/8" back in a panel. Then you can fit
another panel to it, using the stepped overlap to tie the 2 together.
Where this really helps is in alignment- you can use sheet metal screws
until you're ready to weld. If you cut the flat panel a bit large,
careful trimming ensures a really tight fit. And it creates a very
strong joint, but also a haven for rust. So choose your poison. I use
them occasionally when repairing panels with sections of other used
panels, and when joining large, flat, not- often- seen things like
bulkheads. It looks a lot more professional, even if it isn't...
And do use 'features' in the parts- stamped holes are really good- to
help with alignment.
ymmv,
Toby
> By cutting at certain reference points, it made it
> much easier to cut both the front and rear the same, and to line them
up
> correctly. Also, no overlaps, just clean butt joints.
>
> Hope this helps
> Dan & Susan
>
> PS: After 10 years, the new owner of one of the "splice" cars swore
> his was all
> original until I told him to look under the car for a weld line.
Apparently the
> P.O. forgot to mention it!
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