7 replies to this topic

[Squid]

Hi all, I'm filling in the gap between front inner guard and the chassis rail just wondering what people have done, welded, body filler or sikaflex 227, cheers.

[tuxedoss]

I wouldn't weld it or use body filler. Sikaflex would be the best bet. Or leave it as it is

[Hatchback13]

Teroson do a good sealer, I used it recently for the same job.

[76lxhatch]

I welded it on the four door, have yet to see how it holds up but can't really see any issues. Its been a while but pretty sure I did some tidy up on the gap before welding, just leaves enough space for the weld to sink into and be cleaned up flush.

http://www.gmh-toran...e-4#entry707362

 

Filler is definitely likely to crack, the Sikaflex is probably a lot quicker and easier and should last.

[Heath]

I welded it and then smoothed it with bog. It took a fair bit of work.

 

If you're going to weld it, I would recommend getting a blunt chisel or similar and beating the inner guard closer to the rail where you're going to weld it... no use in filling a wide gap with MIG wire when you can get the job done with a smaller weld. 

 

Sikaflex may not be such a bad idea? Never seen it done. It would be a lot easier, but you probably couldnn't achieve the same level of finish.

[Cook]

Hi Peter. I guess it depends on what finish you are trying to achieve.  As Heath has said, If you want a smooth finish I wouldn't use sikaflex or the like. I had mine welded up then bogged.  Need to be patient and prepared to do a bit of die grinding. Cheers Ron