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Old 08-09-2011, 07:23 AM   #13
mdstitt
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Re: What gauge/type sheet metal for 1956 body

The fact remains that the floor, A-pillars, and bedsides are heavier than the rest of the truck. I have not measured them, but they are most likely either 16 or 17 gauge. I used 16 gauge to repair my floor and it is very close to the same thickness as the original. The 18 gauge was noticeably thinner.

I do apologize for my statement before. I went back in my notes, and I too measured .042 for the front fenders, hood, doors, etc. So dicer is correct. 18ga was just the closest I could find to purchase.

Last edited by mdstitt; 08-09-2011 at 07:31 AM.
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