Gauge Of Auto Body Sheet Metal

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Gauge of auto body sheet metal.

24 0239 between 1 64 and 1 32. These are measurements for standard sheet steel like we use in our cars. Universal sheetmetal repair panels available at low prices. Eastwood 7 pieces 20 gauge auto body repair patch panels kit 20 gauge aluminized steel sheet metal corrosion resistant.

Automotive sheet metal once ran in the range of 18 gauge which was 48 thousandths of an inch thick actually 0 0478 inch. Get your universal sheetmetal repair panels today. Whether you re working on a classic american car from 1957 or a truck made as recently as 2007 eastwood has sheet metal to help you fix it. 4 0 out of 5 stars 10.

20 gauge became common in more recent times and this meant 0 0359 inch thick metal still a lot to work with in bumping and metal finishing. Sheet metal used on older car bodies typically ranges from a gauge of 16 to 18. Standard sheet steel galvanized and aluminum are measured just a little different in thickness. 22 0299 hair under a 1 32.

When doing old car restorations sometimes its simpler to replace an entire panel instead of trying to straighten it or repair rust spots. Get it as soon as wed sep 16. Remember that you re always trading off weight against strength when choosing a gauge of sheetmetal to use. We have a huge selection of high quality rust repair and auto body panels including rockers cab corners wheel arches fenders and more.

Free shipping on your first order shipped by amazon. Forney 49584 gauge sheet metal 12 x 18 17 61 17.