The Ford Barn

Uncle Bob · 09-22-2014, 01:26 PM

Okay, looking for some advice from any who have "been there, done that..."
The stamped channel around the roof opening on my sedan project is eaten away in the corners, photo of the worst corner attached. Does someone out there make a replacement for this stamped section? Any other solution suggestions? I would prefer to continue with the fabric insert rather than do one of those steel filler panels. The wood will be replaced during the process.
TIA

jerseyboy · 09-22-2014, 09:18 PM

Bob,

Check out this thread:
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showth...ht=fordor+roof

Keep V-8ing and 4-banging!

Uncle Bob · 09-23-2014, 08:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jerseyboy

Bob,

Check out this thread:
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showth...ht=fordor+roof

Keep V-8ing and 4-banging!

Yeah, I saw that one, and the info will be good for the tack strip/retainer, but I'm looking for a solution for the roof flange itself.

supereal · 09-23-2014, 02:37 PM

The flange can be mended with a steady hand and a wire welder. You can also back up the damaged portions with a wood piece held in place under the flange by screws thru good holes in the flange next to the ends of the piece.. This will allow plenty of hold for the tacks.

BoxCar Tom · 09-23-2014, 11:06 PM

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That is grim! I would place a Want Ad on the Ford Barn Swap Meet for a patch panel, you need a cut out from an derelict. OR, hand form a patch using a bead roller. Doesn't have to be perfect since it is out of sight when completed.

09-22-2014, 09:18 PM	#2
jerseyboy Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Northwest CT Posts: 503	Re: 1932 sedan roof repair Bob, Check out this thread: https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showth...ht=fordor+roof Keep V-8ing and 4-banging! __________________ She just don't have the appetite For gas somehow, And Dad, I got four carburetors Hooked up on it now. I tried to hook another To see if I'd do a little good, But ain't no place to put it 'Less I perforate the hood. Wanted, lower side sections of 32 radiator cowl.

09-23-2014, 02:37 PM	#4
supereal Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: Iowa Posts: 1,634	Re: 1932 sedan roof repair The flange can be mended with a steady hand and a wire welder. You can also back up the damaged portions with a wood piece held in place under the flange by screws thru good holes in the flange next to the ends of the piece.. This will allow plenty of hold for the tacks.

09-23-2014, 11:06 PM	#5
BoxCar Tom Senior Member Join Date: May 2010 Location: Basking Ridge, NJ Posts: 590	Re: 1932 sedan roof repair Sponsored Links (Register now to hide all advertisements) That is grim! I would place a Want Ad on the Ford Barn Swap Meet for a patch panel, you need a cut out from an derelict. OR, hand form a patch using a bead roller. Doesn't have to be perfect since it is out of sight when completed.