I use 20 gauge cold rolled steel from the local supplier. Old fenders might be
a good idea if the metal is clean enough, and it's already formed, but I've
never had much luck finding the right pieces.
On my MGA, some of the inner panels are 18 gauge, so some judgment is necessary
to determine if 20 gauge will get by, or if you need the heavier stuff to
maintain the strength.
Still others recommend starting with 18 gauge and panel beating it down to
something lighter for the final repair, but that is too esoteric for me.
Jim
"Timothy H. Collins" wrote:
> At 07:16 AM 5/28/2004, William M. Gilroy wrote:
> >Subject says it all. What gauge (and type) of steel should be used when
> >making patch panels for fenders, doors, etc?
>
> The July issue of "Classic Motorsports" carries a story about patching the
> door of their project MG Midget. They used 20 gauge steel. The article
> contains good hints on how to make the repair. Or check
> www.classicmotorsports.net.
>
> The work is taking place at Eclectic Motorworks.
> http://www.eclecticmotorworks.com/services.html You can just spot the
> Midget in their shop in the pics for the Mini restoration story.
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