[JDbeginner87]

Finally getting some stuff done. Got the decals removed. Did the initial sanding on the whole hood. Tried my hand at doing some fiberglass picked the easiest hole to start with. The other side is bigger and looks a little trickier. Any tips or tricks are greatly appreciated.

 

[Kster526]

Nice job do both the inside and outside then go over that with some tiger hair type bondo then over that with a light filler. Off to a great start well done for your first time . Do the inside of the bigger hole first .
The smaller holes you could get away with using the tiger hair on and not the resin/cloth

 

[KAJD23]

Looks good Brett.

 

[backwoods]

Looks like your off to a great start keep us updated

 

[JDbeginner87]

Just started the backside of the second hole also noticed a crack right where the hood connects. I definitely made the smart choice of wearing a painters mask to do this the fumes are pretty wicked. More pictures to come.

 

[backwoods]

Two things 1. I hope your working in temps close to 65 in order for it to cure for a strong an long lasting repair. 2 always use proper ppe when messing with body fillers that require a hardener ( gloves an a mask) liquid hardener contains methal ethyl ketone which is highly toxic so plenty of fresh air an a mask/ respirator would be a good idea as well. Sorry im.a body guy an my college teacher drilled ppe to us throughout the program

 

[KAJD23]

Bet the wife loves that in her art studio. Lol

 

[JDbeginner87]

Two things 1. I hope your working in temps close to 65 in order for it to cure for a strong an long lasting repair. 2 always use proper ppe when messing with body fillers that require a hardener ( gloves an a mask) liquid hardener contains methal ethyl ketone which is highly toxic so plenty of fresh air an a mask/ respirator would be a good idea as well. Sorry im.a body guy an my college teacher drilled ppe to us throughout the program

Well I applied everything outside and after a few minutes I bring it inside to my wife's art studio to sit and set up. And yea I have the painters mask and gloves for that stuff. Thanks for the tips!

 

[JDbeginner87]

Bet the wife loves that in her art studio. Lol

I just close the door to the studio and no one will ever know. Haha

 

[backwoods]

No problem the repair is looking good, will you have this project done for the roots show?

 

[JDbeginner87]

No problem the repair is looking good, will you have this project done for the roots show?

When and where is that

 

[backwoods]

It's listed in the events topic an will have all the details you need if you have any questions feel free to ask away.

 

[Kster526]

I spoke to Kyle 2 and he said your going so you need to get the hood done , heck just put it back on and bring it up.

 

[JDbeginner87]

I spoke to Kyle 2 and he said your going so you need to get the hood done , heck just put it back on and bring it up.

Well If that show is June I hope to have my hood dome by then. But I want to do the rims, and get new tires, etc.... I'm on the hunt for a new shift quadrant, I do not think I can repair the one that is on mine it's I'm pretty rough shape . Bit all these things take time.

 

[Kster526]

Any more progress on the hood ?

 

[JDbeginner87]

Itching to get back at it. I'm thinking this weekend. The snow and cold weather kinda shut me down for a little. So I see it is supposed to get warmer this weekend. And can finish the other side of the big hole then grab some filler to go over everything. So I can start to look at painting. I will post a pic later for your opinion a few small crack towards the steering wheel end of the hood wondering if I should lay some fiberglass over it or body filler might do it. I'll post as soon as I get more done.

 

[johndeereelfman]

Itching to get back at it. I'm thinking this weekend. The snow and cold weather kinda shut me down for a little. So I see it is supposed to get warmer this weekend. And can finish the other side of the big hole then grab some filler to go over everything. So I can start to look at painting. I will post a pic later for your opinion a few small crack towards the steering wheel end of the hood wondering if I should lay some fiberglass over it or body filler might do it. I'll post as soon as I get more done.

Stay away from the body filler as much as possible, as it will eventually crack due to vibration. Maybe build it up with just resin. Would make the cracks a whole lot stronger than the body filler.

 

[JDbeginner87]

Ok that's good to know. Well here is the crack what does everyone think

 

[Kster526]

The tiger hair helps with that just use the regular to lightly cover the tiger hairs pores. All big gaps and big holes need the fabric etc as you have done.
I think in the first pic tiger hair will work the second I'd grind the edges very lightly and use fabric in the back and front edge then tiger hair lightly. Your doing fine

 

[JDbeginner87]

I think finally all the holes/cracks are filled. Have to let it all set up and get to some sanding. Will post more pics when I get it all sanded. It turned out fairly well for my first time using fiberglass repair.