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Old Jimmy · 05-08-2016, 08:01 PM

Hey guys, a little more progress.

I was having trouble getting the right kick panel to fit to the new rocker panel, tow board, and a pillar. I finally cut about 3" off the the kick panel. I was then
able to bend and pound it into shape to fit. Then welded it in. It's not perty, but I feel this is an important area for structural integrity. My welds are piling up too high and causing me to spend too much time with a grinder. I'll turn the heat up and see if I can flatten it out, without burning thru. My welder is a Millermatic 250 and I'm using .035 wire. Maybe someone else is using this welder and has it dialed in. I'd appreciate some info for optimum adjustment.
Here's a few more pic's.

Thanks, Jeff

05-08-2016, 08:01 PM	#23
Old Jimmy Registered User Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: West Olive, MI Posts: 44	Re: 1951 GMC 3 window half ton Hey guys, a little more progress. I was having trouble getting the right kick panel to fit to the new rocker panel, tow board, and a pillar. I finally cut about 3" off the the kick panel. I was then able to bend and pound it into shape to fit. Then welded it in. It's not perty, but I feel this is an important area for structural integrity. My welds are piling up too high and causing me to spend too much time with a grinder. I'll turn the heat up and see if I can flatten it out, without burning thru. My welder is a Millermatic 250 and I'm using .035 wire. Maybe someone else is using this welder and has it dialed in. I'd appreciate some info for optimum adjustment. Here's a few more pic's. Thanks, Jeff Attached Images