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Old 02-12-2017, 07:12 PM   #1
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Default Reshaping my creased fender

I started a whole new thread for reshaping my creased fender because the previous thread was a question of using MAPP gas. After reading the responses, I decided not to use heat. I got the feeling that would not work well for me, as a newbie.

Previous thread:
https://www.fordbarn.com/forum/showthread.php?t=214180

I got a hammer and dolly set from Harbor Freight, and began tapping gently with the 11 oz hammer -- cold. The deep crease came out, and this is the result.

I found that the fender was constructed of four separate pieces, welded up, with 1/2" of body filler to match everything up. That complicated my efforts. My goal is not to redo the entire fender, just to do my best at cleaning up the crease, and chalk this up to my first experience in body work. Don't judge me too harshly.

What steps should I take next?


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