Is the metal in our trucks "thin" or "thick"
 

I'm looking at repairing the dings and dent in the GMC. I want to make the repairs as "metal" as possible. In the 60's to the 70's the car business started using- let's say- less substantial materials. I know the steel in these trucks is thicker than in a new vehicle, but is the metal in our trucks stout enough for old-timey bodywork techniques like filing, etc? Thanks

Re: Is the metal in our trucks "thin" or "thick"
 

Interested. The trick with original paint trucks is how to remove dents without dent puller, bondo and repaint. Hard to find hammer and dollie guys anymore, and my attempts are amateur.

Re: Is the metal in our trucks "thin" or "thick"
 

Compared to the tin foil cars today they are thick. I believe 19 ga. I can dent a Honda by pinching a fender between my thumb and two fingers. You'll never do that on a 67-72. Yes you can pick and file but anything has it's limits . Filing is really about finding the high and low spots rather than removing material.

Re: Is the metal in our trucks "thin" or "thick"
 

Original is defently heavier than aftermarket